09-05-2025
Tesco shoppers share how to get £2.70 meal deal without a Clubcard
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Tesco shoppers have shared how you can get an even cheaper lunch than a meal deal if you are prepared to look for it.
The supermarket giant has long been a favourite for its meal deal offerings.
However, as prices have gradually increased over time, smart shoppers have found a way to enjoy a full meal deal for just £2.70 - and there's no need for a Clubcard.
As the UK's largest supermarket, Tesco draws in more than a quarter of all UK grocery spend. Its popular meal deal, previously priced at £3.00 for Clubcard members and £3.50 for non-members, saw an increase in October 2022 to £3.40 and £3.90 respectively.
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Despite this, many still turn to Tesco's meal deals for their value, convenience, and variety during lunchtime.
But for those looking to save even more, there's a simple trick - by selecting a £1.50 sandwich, a 60p snack, and a 60p drink, your total comes to just £2.70 – that's 70p less than the standard Clubcard price and £1.20 less than the non-member price. The best part?
No Clubcard is needed, either, according to Secrets of Supermarket buyers, hosted by Denise Van Outen on Channel 4.
Examples given on the show included a £1.50 cheese and onion sandwich, a 60p nutri grain cereal bar and a 60p bottle of Highland Spring water.
This ingenious tip works especially well if you're not bothered about premium brands or if you usually opt for simpler choices. In fact, it's a strategy that's gaining popularity among online money-saving communities.
The charm of the meal deal extends beyond mere cost savings, as consumer journalist Harry Wallop points out: "The lunchtime meal deal became a real key battleground for supermarkets because most people do their shopping at weekends or after work.
"The lunchtime deal taps into a whole new category of shopper."
Tesco is well aware of this appeal. Itsmeal deals are placed in prime positions within the store to ensure ease for customers who are looking to quickly pick up their lunch, while also potentially enticing them to add other items to their basket – a concept known as boosting "footfall", which is vital for supermarkets to enhance their earnings.
