A bargain hunter has expressed disappointment after purchasing an Aldi 'Too Good To Go' surprise bag, claiming the contents were poor value and led to food waste. The app, which allows users to buy unsold food nearing its use-by date at a reduced price, has become popular among those looking to save money and reduce waste. However, this particular experience has left the shopper reconsidering future purchases.
The customer managed to secure one of the sought-after Aldi bags for £3.30, expecting at least £10 worth of food based on the app's promise. Upon collection, a staff member warned that the bags 'don't look that great today,' and the contents proved underwhelming. The bag contained three packs of stir-fry vegetables, two tubs of beetroot salad, and some fruit, including mango, apples, and pomegranate.
After checking prices in store, the shopper calculated the total value of the items, if bought fresh, at £9.38—short of the advertised £10. Furthermore, two packs of stir-fry were already soggy and had to be thrown away, while the beetroot salads, with a same-day use-by date, were unlikely to be consumed. The customer noted that they would never have purchased three packs of stir-fry or two tubs of beetroot if buying fresh, and the short shelf life made it difficult to use everything in time.
The experience has put the shopper off buying another Aldi bag, describing it as 'a total waste of time.' They also expressed concern that the app, intended to reduce food waste, may instead lead to more items being thrown away. While acknowledging that surprise bags are inherently unpredictable, the customer felt that this particular offering fell short of expectations.
