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King Soopers vs Publix: Which Is Cheaper?

As of September 17, 2026, King Soopers is cheaper. You'd pay about 15% less for the same groceries at King Soopers than at Publix.

The breakdown — 3,364 products compared

  • King Soopers: cheaper on 2,834 items — overall winner on average price
  • Publix: beats King Soopers on 516 items — but loses overall
  • Same price: 14 items

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Estimated savings

  • Average prices: $5.54 at King Soopers vs $6.52 at Publix
  • Basket savings: save about $19.60 on a 20-item basket at King Soopers (98¢ less per item)

Calculated by multiplying the average 98¢ price difference by a standard 20-item grocery trip.

Cheaper by aisle

  • King Soopers: cheaper on meat (19%), ready meals (17%), frozen (16%), dairy (16%), beverages (15%), bakery (14%), snacks (14%), pantry (13%)

King Soopers comes out cheaper in every aisle compared.

Cheaper in King Soopers

Ingredient score C
Greenfield Natural Meat Co Abf Pepperoni Protein Kit 2.96 oz

Greenfield Natural Meat Co Abf Pepperoni Protein Kit 2.96 oz

$2.49King Soopers
$4.97Publix
Ingredient score AB
Ragu Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce, 16 oz

Ragu Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce, 16 oz

$1.99King Soopers
$3.97Publix
Ingredient score AB
Ragu Classic Alfredo Sauce, 16 oz

Ragu Classic Alfredo Sauce, 16 oz

$1.99King Soopers
$3.97Publix
Ingredient score C
Oscar Mayer Bun-length Beef Franks Hot Dogs Pack

Oscar Mayer Bun-length Beef Franks Hot Dogs Pack

$4.99King Soopers
$9.85Publix
Ingredient score C
Oscar Mayer Classic Beef Franks Hot Dogs Pack

Oscar Mayer Classic Beef Franks Hot Dogs Pack

$4.99King Soopers
$9.85Publix
Ingredient score C
Oscar Mayer Jumbo Franks 15 oz 8 pk

Oscar Mayer Jumbo Franks 15 oz 8 pk

$4.99King Soopers
$9.85Publix

Cheaper in Publix

Ingredient score B
Boar's Head Bold Chipotle Chicken Breast

Boar's Head Bold Chipotle Chicken Breast

$8.85Publix
$16.99King Soopers
Ingredient score AB
Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Peanut Butter 1.49 oz 18 ct 36 Bars 18 ea Box

Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Peanut Butter 1.49 oz 18 ct 36 Bars 18 ea Box

$5.75Publix
$10.99King Soopers
Ingredient score A
Prego Mushroom Pasta Sauce, 67 oz Jar

Prego Mushroom Pasta Sauce, 67 oz Jar

$3.31Publix
$6.29King Soopers
Ingredient score C
Hormel Gatherings Snack Tray - Pepperoni Mild Cheddar & Crackers 14 oz

Hormel Gatherings Snack Tray - Pepperoni Mild Cheddar & Crackers 14 oz

$5.55Publix
$10.49King Soopers
Ingredient score C
Hormel Gatherings Snack Tray - Smoked Turkey Mild Cheddar & Crackers 14 oz

Hormel Gatherings Snack Tray - Smoked Turkey Mild Cheddar & Crackers 14 oz

$5.55Publix
$10.49King Soopers
Ingredient score B
Pirate's Booty Aged White Cheddar Cheese Puff Snack 10 oz 10 oz

Pirate's Booty Aged White Cheddar Cheese Puff Snack 10 oz 10 oz

$4.09Publix
$7.49King Soopers

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