Understanding the Offers

Your Guide to Savings

At Cataloguethisweek, we aggregate various types of promotions to help you save money. Understanding the terminology can help you become a more effective shopper. Here’s a breakdown of what we feature:

Weekly Ad / Weekly Flyer

This is the most common type of promotion. A weekly ad or flyer is a multi-page circular, either printed or digital, that details a supermarket's deals for a specific week. It typically runs from Sunday to Saturday or Wednesday to Tuesday. These flyers are your primary tool for planning your weekly shopping, featuring discounts on groceries, produce, meat, and household items. We collect these from stores like Lidl and Asda so you don't have to hunt them down.

Catalogue / Prospekt

A catalogue (or "Prospekt" in countries like Germany) is similar to a weekly ad but can often be larger and cover a longer period, such as a month or a season. Catalogues might focus on specific product categories, like electronics at Makro or seasonal goods. They provide a deeper look into a store's offerings beyond the weekly grocery deals.

Specials This Week

"Specials" is a broad term for any product offered at a reduced price for a limited time. This can include "Manager's Specials" on items nearing their expiration date, "Buy One, Get One Free" (BOGO) deals, or deep discounts on overstocked items. We highlight the most compelling specials to ensure you don't miss out on significant savings opportunities at stores like Shoprite and Checkers.