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Nationwide Grocery Delivery ReviewsHere are three reviews on the biggest home grocery delivery services, and reasons why you should consider giving them a try. There is also a review of Sam's Club's Click 'n Pull program that allows you to shop online and then drive to your local Sam's Club for pickup. It is not technically a home delivery service, but is still a good option to consider. Under each store I've included their policies and general information to help you learn more about which store may work best for you. In the "Example Product Costs" of each section, I've compared the prices of three baby products (diapers, formula and food) for each nationwide grocery delivery service.
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| City/County | State | City/County | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cromwell | CT | Boston | MA |
| Fairfield Co. | CT | Cape Cod | MA |
| Hartford | CT | Watchung | NJ |
| New Haven | CT | Long Island | NY |
| W. Danbury | CT | Mt. Vernon | NY |
| Chicago | IL | Medford | NY |
| Montgomery Co. | MD | Rhode Island | -- |
| Baltimore | MD | Fairfax County | VA |
| Washington, D.C. | -- | Milwaukee | WI |
Types of Groceries:
Peapod carries dry goods, medicines, produce, meats and seafood, dairy, canned goods, baby items...pretty much anything you can find in a normal grocery store. They even have specialty categories for Kosher foods, natural and organics, pet, school supplies, beauty supplies, and alcohol.State laws may prohibit Peapod from delivery alcohol to your door. If that is your situation, they will notify you when you attempt to place the order.
Delivery Charge:
The nationwide grocery delivery fee for Peapod starts at $9.95, but you can receive discounts by paying straight from your checking account and by choosing specific delivery times, making it go as low as $6.95. There is a $50 order minimum.Example Product Costs:
| Product | Description | Price | Cost Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huggies | Size 4; 34 count | $10.99 | $.31 |
| Good Start | Supreme DHA/ARA 25.7 oz | $26.99 | $1.05 |
| Gerber 2nd Foods | Bananas, 2 pk, 3.5oz each. | $1.22 | $.17 |
Final Thoughts
If you don't live in the delivery areas, you're sadly out of luck. If you are in the delivery area, consider giving trying it for a month to see what you think.
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Nationwide Grocery Delivery:
NetGrocer
NetGrocer
Pros of NetGrocer:
They sell a wider variety of foods than Amazon.com.
Cons of NetGrocer:
They have higher delivery charges for groceries. Online shopping is more difficult on their website, and they offer fewer product varieties than Peapod.
The longer delivery time makes it questionably worthwhile. Can you wait 5 days for delivery, or will you end of having to get something on day three?
Delivery Areas:
From Hawaii to New York, this nationwide grocery delivery service has got you covered. You can even put together a care package and send it to a loved one in the armed services serving overseas in Iraq or somewhere else via APO/FPO.Types of Groceries:
Brand name groceries including refrigerated items like meat, deli, and diary. They do not offer produce.Delivery Charge:
You must spend a minimum of $35 on refrigerated items (dairy, meat, deli) to order. The shipping is done via FedEx and is calculated by weight.There are links on checkout that will automatically calculate your shipping rates using zip codes all over the world.
The orders will arrive within 3-7 business days, unless you are using an APO/FPO address, which may take longer. If you are not home when they arrive, the FedEx driver will leave the order on your doorstep.
If you live in an apartment, the driver will need access to a lobby or doorman.
Example Product Costs:
| Product | Description | Price | Cost Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huggies | Size 4; 34 count | $14.45 | $.43 |
| Good Start | Supreme DHA/ARA 25.7 oz - Soy | $33.95 | $1.32 |
| Gerber 2nd Foods | Applesauce, 2 pk, 3.5oz each. | $1.39 | $.20 |
Final Thoughts:
NetGrocer is really ideal for those people who know they are going to be laid up for a while and can think farther ahead (like a new baby, perhaps?).It is also wonderful that you can use this nationwide grocery delivery service to mail groceries anywhere. That friend in Pittsburgh who just delivered? Send her groceries!
To get more information on ordering groceries online shopping with Netgrocer, click here.
Nationwide Grocery Delivery:
Amazon.com
Pros of Amazon:
The "Subscribe and Save" program offers automatic shipments and includes a bonus of 15% off every item.
Cons of Amazon:
You will have to wait several days to get your order if you choose free shipping. However, this may not be an issue if you use automatic reordering.
Sells only bulk of formula (6 cans) and baby food (16 servings) which doesn't always save you money.
Doesn't have a wide variety of baby food, just a handful (4 kinds). Sells mostly baby and toddler snacks.
They're huge range of products makes grocery shopping here even more tempting. Pick up a best-seller, new toaster, and diapers in one freely shipped package!
Delivery Areas:
As with Netgrocer, Amazon.com offers a nationwide grocery delivery service that can easily be expanded to anywhere in the world.Types of Groceries:
Amazon does not sell refrigerated items. This means you'll have to purchase your fresh meat, dairy, seafood, deli, and produce somewhere else.They do sell non-refrigerated soy products, frozen meat, canned goods, drinks, and baking essentials.
Delivery Charge:
The "Subscribe and Save" program gives you 15% off every item you purchase, and free shipping. The program is set up to automatically mail you chosen items every one, two, three, or six months. They even send you reminders of when your next shipment is coming. Only eligible items are able to be used, but there are quite a few of eligible items (including baby items) for you to choose from.If you're not using "Subscribe and Save" any order over $25 qualifies for Free Super Saver Shipping.
Amazon Prime is a $79 yearly charge that gives you 2-day shipping on all eligible purchases, free standard shipping, and the ability to upgrade to overnight services for $3.99 per item.
Example Product Costs:
| Product | Description | Price | Cost Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huggies | Size 4; 126 count | $32.69 | $.26 |
| Good Start | Supreme DHA/ARA 25.7 oz (pk of 6) | $158.50 | $1.10 |
| Gerber 2nd Foods | Organic Green Beans, 8 pkgs of 2 (3.5oz) servings | $25.80 | $.46 |
Final Thoughts:
Amazon has a few good things going for it. Not only is it a nationwide grocery delivery service, it's also worldwide. Combine that with free shipping and the automatic reordering system, and you may have a winner.The opportunity to automatically purchase baby items in bulk could be really helpful. However, due diligence should be taken because they are not always cheaper.
Amazon.com is best if you want to supplement your local grocery shopping and not replace it, because they can't ship perishable items like milk, meat (unless frozen), or produce.
To get more information on this nationwide grocery delivery service, click here to visit the Amazon.com Grocery Store
Sam's Club Click 'n Pull
Here's a partial review of Sam's Club's pick up service. You order your groceries online, and they will assemble and have your order ready for you to pick up. It is not a full review, because it is not delivered directly to your home. Still, it is an excellent service that may be helpful to you.
All items at Sam's Club are sold in in value packs, which may or not be worth the yearly membership fee you have to pay. (Advantage, $40; Business, $35) You will have to crunch the numbers and to make sure. Occasionally they will mail out coupons for a free visit to help you decide. The Sam's Club website will have more information on this.
The off-brand items are particularly cheap at Sam's Club. Personally, we purchase our diapers and most of our formula through Sam's Club.
| Product | Description | Price | Cost Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huggies | Size 4; 176 count | $37.48 | $.21 |
| Member's Mark | Gentle Formula - 48oz | $25.48 | $.53 |
| Gerber 2nd Foods | Assorted Fruit Pack, 18 pkgs | $8.58 | $.48 |
I have found, in the 5 years I've been using a home grocery service, that regular shopping online is one of the easiest ways to carefully monitor and control the grocery budget.
I cannot express to you what a relief it is on Saturday mornings to know that I don't have to go to the grocery store on "errand" days. Bringing my kids to the grocery store is usually a long and tedious chore.
By ordering most of my groceries online I find that we eliminate that hassle, and get to spend actual quality time together, instead of spending the day standing in line.
If you have not yet "taken the plunge" I would encourage you to give a nationwide grocery delivery service a try. What have you got to lose? It just may save you time and money.
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