Coupons & Promo Types
All the ways to save at Kroger. Each promo type can often be combined — see the Stacking Tips section.
Digital Coupons
Load digital coupons directly to your Kroger Plus card via the Kroger app or website. Discounts apply automatically at checkout when you scan your card. New coupons load weekly and often include $1–$5 off on national brands.
WeeklyWeekly Ad Sales
Kroger publishes a new weekly ad every Wednesday featuring loss-leader deals, buy-one-get-one offers, and multi-buy discounts on staple grocery items. These stack with digital coupons and manufacturer coupons.
WeeklyFuel Points Promos
Earn 1 fuel point per $1 spent on groceries. Purchase select gift cards to earn 2x or 4x bonus fuel points. Redeem 100 points for $0.10/gallon off, up to $1.00/gallon (1,000 points). Points expire at end of the following month.
OngoingMega Sale Events
Mega Sale events offer deep discounts when you buy a minimum number of qualifying items (e.g., buy 5, save $5 each). These run 2–3 times per year and stack with digital coupons for exceptional savings on pantry staples.
2–3x per yearKroger Cash Back Offers
Through the Kroger app's Boost and partner offers, shoppers can earn cash-back rebates on specific products in addition to standard digital coupon discounts. Redeems as statement credit or Kroger gift card.
MonthlySeasonal Sales & Holiday Events
Major sales around Thanksgiving, Christmas, Super Bowl, Memorial Day, and back-to-school. Turkeys, hams, and seasonal staples hit their annual price lows during these windows. Stock-up pricing on canned goods, beverages, and freezer items.
SeasonalReturn Policy
Kroger has one of the more generous return policies among major retailers. Most items qualify for the standard return window, with extended benefits available depending on your membership or payment method.
| Return Window | Perishables | Kroger Brand Guarantee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Return | 30 days with receipt for most non-perishable items. | Handled case-by-case at store manager discretion. | Satisfaction guarantee on all Kroger private-label products regardless of receipt. |
| Plus Card Members | 30 days; Plus card members can look up purchases digitally for receipt-free returns. | Kroger-brand perishables carry a satisfaction guarantee — replace or refund, no questions asked. | Same satisfaction guarantee applies; easier with purchase history on file. |
Shipping & Delivery
Kroger offers multiple fulfillment options. Here's a breakdown of the shipping methods, costs, and delivery timeframes available.
Free Pickup
Order groceries online and pick up curbside at your local Kroger. Free on orders of $35 or more. Most locations offer same-day pickup with 2-hour windows.
Delivery (Standard)
Delivery available through Kroger.com and the app. Standard delivery fee applies; free unlimited delivery with Kroger Boost membership ($59/year or $7.99/month) on orders $35+.
Free Delivery (Boost)
Kroger Boost members get unlimited free delivery on qualifying orders of $35 or more. Also includes fuel points on delivery orders and exclusive Boost coupons.
Loyalty Program
Kroger's loyalty program is free to join and provides personalized deals, exclusive perks, and additional savings opportunities. Combining the loyalty program with other discount types is one of the most effective ways to save.
Kroger Plus Card
Free
- Instant member pricing on hundreds of items store-wide
- Digital coupon stacking on Plus-card prices
- 1 fuel point per $1 spent on groceries
- 2x–4x fuel point bonus on select gift card purchases
- Access to personalized deals and digital coupons in the app
- Free Kroger Health services and prescription discounts
Kroger Boost (Delivery Membership)
$59/year or $7.99/month
- Free unlimited grocery delivery on orders $35+
- Fuel points on delivery orders
- Exclusive Boost member digital coupons and deals
- Priority pickup time slots
Stacking Tips
Combine multiple discount types in a single transaction. These are the most effective stacking combinations at Kroger.
The Triple-Stack Grocery Run
Stack a sale price + digital coupon + manufacturer coupon on the same item. For example, a national brand cereal on weekly sale for $2.99, with a $1.00 digital coupon loaded to your Plus card, plus a $1.00/2 manufacturer coupon from the Sunday insert, brings a $4.49 cereal down to around $1.50 each when buying two.
Gift Card Fuel Point Hack
Buy gift cards for stores you already shop at (Amazon, restaurants, gas stations) during a 4x fuel point promo. A $100 Amazon gift card purchase earns 400 fuel points — worth $0.40/gallon on a 30-gallon fill-up, saving $12 on one tank. Combine with grocery fuel points already accumulated.
Mega Sale + Digital Coupon Stack
During Mega Sale events (buy 5, save $5 each), combine the Mega discount with a digital coupon on the same product for compounding savings. A $3.99 item becomes $2.99 after Mega discount, then an additional $1.00 digital coupon brings it to $1.99 — 50% off the original price.
Kroger-Brand + Satisfaction Guarantee
Buy Kroger private-label (Simple Truth, Kroger brand, Private Selection) items that are on sale. If you dislike the product, the satisfaction guarantee lets you return or exchange at no cost. This lets you try new private-label items at sale prices with zero risk.
Price Match Policy
Kroger's price match guarantee lets you claim a lower price from qualifying competitors — both at the time of purchase and up to 14 days after. Knowing the rules can save you from overpaying on big-ticket items.
No Competitor Price Match
Kroger does not offer a traditional price-match policy against competitors. Kroger competes on value through its weekly ad, digital coupons, fuel point program, and private-label brands.
Own-Price Adjustment
If an item's price drops within the same weekly ad cycle after your purchase, some stores will honor a price adjustment at customer service discretion. Bring your receipt and ask at the service desk.
Qualifying Competitors
Exclusions
- No formal competitor price-match policy
- No published post-purchase price adjustment guarantee
- Fuel points are not adjustable after purchase
Clearance & Markdown Schedule
Kroger follows a predictable markdown cadence that savvy shoppers can use to time purchases. Understanding how clearance works lets you decide whether to buy now or wait for a deeper cut.
Markdown Progression
Initial Markdown
Short-dated items in meat, bakery, deli, and produce are first marked down 30% when approaching their sell-by date. Look for yellow or orange manager's special stickers.
Second Markdown
Items not sold at 30% off receive a 50% markdown, typically 1–2 days before the sell-by date. Best time to stock up on meat for immediate use or freezing.
Final Markdown
Day-of or day-before sell-by clearance. Primarily in bakery (day-old bread, pastries) and prepared foods. Grab early — these go fast.
Department Schedule
Meat & Seafood
Daily (varies by store)Manager's specials on meat are marked down daily when approaching sell-by. Ask a meat department associate when new markdowns are applied at your store.
Bakery
Evening / DailyDay-old bakery items are discounted 50% or more each evening. Bread, rolls, and pastries nearing end of shelf life receive the deepest discounts.
Produce
DailyProduce markdowns vary by store but typically occur daily as items approach peak ripeness. Look for discount bins near the produce section entrance.
Prepared Foods / Deli
EveningHot bar and deli prepared foods are marked down in the evening before close. Rotisserie chickens and prepared meals can hit 50% off near closing time.
Tag Color Guide
A yellow or orange manager's special sticker indicates a markdown from the regular retail price. Percentage varies; check the sticker for the discount amount.
Red clearance tags appear on non-perishable items that are being discontinued, overstocked, or seasonal. Discounts typically 30–75% off.
Promo Calendar
Monthly breakdown of Kroger's biggest promotions and sales events. Highlighted months are the best times to shop.
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