If you’ve ever shopped at Aldiit’s likely you’ll be familiar with its middle aisle, which has earned the budget supermarket a cult following in recent years. Home to what Aldi calls its “Specialbuys”, it’s filled with practically everything you could ever need, from cordless vacuum cleaners and silk pillowcases to fancy pet beds and even barbecues.
Delivering an exciting mix of great-value products that cover a wide range of activities and hobbies, such as sports, camping, DIY, beauty and much more, the bargain buys are available to purchase in Aldi stores.
But, if you fancy skipping the queues and being first in line, you can shop many of these deals online through the supermarket’s website too. By shopping online, you get to check out which products are up for grabs before they land in stores – which usually happens every Thursday and Sunday – and order them up to a week in advance.
This week, we’ve spotted the return of the Aldi kids’ furniture range and plenty of kids’ clothing and essentials at brilliant prices, including a pair of adorable shoes for just £6.99. Plus, you can still get your mitts on Aldi’s dupe of Apple’s first-generation AirPods, which will save you a whopping £80.
Aldi Specialbuys FAQS
What days are Aldi special buys?
The budget supermarket launches new Specialbuys every week on Thursday and Sunday morning.
What time do Aldi special buys go online?
The time that these items become available to purchase online depends on which day they are launching. Aldi Specialbuys launching on Thursdays can be bought at 8am, while Sunday’s deals are available from 10am.
What happens to unsold Aldi specials?
If in the rare instance that some items are leftover, they will remain on sale until they are sold out. There is also a chance that some Specialbuys could be discounted every four to six weeks, depending on how much stock is remaining.
How does Aldi’s special buys work?
Aldi’s special deals are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, so shoppers need to be one of the first online, or through store doors, to ensure they get their hands on their item of choice. You can either buy direct from your local store the day they go on sale or order from the online shop.
The supermarket delivers an exciting mix of top-quality, great-value products that cover a wide range of activities and hobbies, such as sports, camping, DIY, beauty and much more.
Can you pre-order Aldi special buys?
Yes. Shoppers can place an online order for any Specialbuy items up to a week in advance. However, the products will not be dispatched until the launch date.
Does Aldi repeat special buys?
Due to increasing popularity, many of the supermarket’s deals sell out within a matter of minutes. But, fear not, because you could get another chance to snap one up if you miss out. While some of Aldi’s Specialbuys are limited-run and only launch at a specific time of year, some are brought back, owing to popular demand, such as its famous Gardenline egg chairwhich has sold out every time it has been relaunched.
To help you decide which products to add to your shopping basket, we’ve rounded up our picks from Aldi’s latest arrivals.
Maginon in-ear wireless earphones: £24.99, Aldi.co.uk
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By all appearances, Aldi’s maginon earbuds are a near-identical dupe of Apple’s first-generation AirPods – but they cost more than £80 less. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity and a built-in microphone, the earphones are compatible with Siri and OK Google. Whether you’re listening to audiobooks on the go, music or podcasts, there’s 3.5 hours of playback time, up to four hours of talk time and 120 hours standby time.
The pair also come with a charging case and USB charging cable. So if you’ve been after a sleek-looking pair of budget earpods, look no further than Aldi.
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With their fun crocodile design, these adorable kicks are sure to be the talk of the playground – perfect for animal-obessed kids, they’re currently available in sizes 4 to 8. Touted as supportive and lined with canvas, with an insock for comfort, they’re also designed to be more user-freindly for little ones, owing to their adjustable hook and loop fastener. They’re kind on the bank account too, given they have a seriously impressive price point of £6.99.
Hotel Collection velvety rose hurricane candle 2.5kg: £24.99, Aldi.co.uk
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When one wick isn’t enough, opt for four instead, with this large and luxurious-looking candle from Aldi’s Hotel Collection. Whether it’s a housewarming gift, birthday present or indulgent pick-me-up to ease the autumn blues, this scented candle is said to be decadent and fresh with a long burn – ideal for creating cosiness as the wintry weather draws in. Housed in a sleek and modern container, it certainly looks the part too.
Kirkton House large full-length window mirror: £64.99, Aldi.co.uk
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For perfecting the boudoir or introducing a homely feel to the hallway, lovers of minimalism should make a beeline for this full-length mirror from Aldi’s own inetrior’s brand Kirkton House. Helpfully, the industrial black frame can be wall mounted, thanks to the hooks that come included, or propped up with a stand. Visually striking and versatile, regardless of floor space, this modern piece measures 140cm x 60cm x 2.5cm.
Kirkton House bedroom metal furniture set: £294.97, Aldi.co.uk
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With three pieces included – also available to buy seperately – Aldi’s green dream kids’ furniture set has landed back in the Specialuy round-up this week. Included in the set is a chest of drawers housing three drawers (£119.99, Aldi.co.uk), a wardrobe (£124.99, Aldi.co.uk) with two shelves and a hanging rail, and a bedside table (£49.99, Aldi.co.uk). Whether you’re going for all three or picking just one for your little one’s bedroom or playroom, each piece has characterful gold handles and is made with green powder-coated steel for a splash of colour.
Kirkton House children’s animal duvet set: £10.99, Aldi.co.uk
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Now that the kids’ storage is sorted, ensure they’re snug as a bug in bedding they’ll love with this charming animal duvet set. The duvet and pillowcase are patterned with ladybugs, cats and rainbow illustrations, and are said to be comfortable, thanks to the polyester and cotton blend. Caregivers will be pleased to know the set is also machine washable, with the duvet cover measuring 135cm x 200cm and the pillowcase 50cm x 75cm.
Additions from last week’s drop are still available to buy online too:
Lacura vitamin C hot cloth cleanser: £3.99, Aldi.co.uk
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Perfect for pampering yourself this autumn, Aldi’s OG hot cloth cleanser (a dupe of a popular Liz Earle product, as pointed out by our beauty writer) has been re-made and enriched with vitamin C to help maintain your skin’s barrier. Coming with a muslin cloth, unwind, take your make-up off, exfoliate and cleanse with the do-it-all formula. Touted to be nourishing and fresh for all skin types – including sensitive skin – cocoa butter, vitamin E and thyme oil pack out the vegan and cruelty-free product.
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Continuing the pampering theme, Aldi is dropped a HoMedics foot massager in this week’s specialbuys, helping you to enjoy the spa treatment at home. The soothing heat therapy device features a whopping 18 massage heads and is designed to target all sore areas on the base of your feet. Not only will it be relaxing, but there’s health benefits, too, as the massage helps support and boost blood circulation. With most therapy foot massagers costing upwards of £100, Aldi’s HoMedics machine is a steal.
So Crafty midi sewing machine: £34.99, Aldi.co.uk
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Whether you’re a seasoned sewer or are picking up a needle for the first time, Aldi is selling a sewing machine for all your crafty needs. Said to be perfect for both beginner and high quality projects, there’s 12 built-in stitch patterns, as well as a sewing light, double thread, double speed and forward and reverse sewing. Helpfully, it comes with five bobbins, five spools, 50 pins, an adaptor, measuring tape and two spare machine needles. Easy to transport and store away, the compact machine measures 27.5cm x 12.1cm x 26cm.
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Support muscle recovery and soothe aches and pains with Aldi’s muscle gun. With eight heads, 30 speed levels, a soft grip surface and a running time of three hours, the tool claims to target areas effectively with ease. Whether you’re a regular gym goer or simply suffer from achy limbs, a percussive massage device can promote healing and help soothe tired muscles. With all the massage guns in our round-up costing upwards of £100, the Visage muscle device is a great affordable investment.
Aldi grey & black dog carrier: £12.99, Aldi.co.uk
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Transport your furry friend in style with Aldi’s bargain pet carrier. Costing just £12.99, the bag features an adjustable handle, removable base cushion and leash buckle to ensure they don’t jump out, as well as a secret food and water bowl within the side zip pocket. Said to be lightweight, cosy and made from a durable material, the portable carrier is waterproof making it perfect for autumn.
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