Big family
Weekly meal plans, adjusted quantities, and a list everyone can add to.
Grocery budget
Cut your grocery budget without giving up your evenings
Groceries are often a household's biggest variable expense. With a simple method (meal plans, a list, price comparison) and the right tools, you can cut that bill significantly without eating any worse.
Free, no credit card, no commitment.
- Over 1,100 recipes
- Shared list sorted by aisle
- Free price comparison
The essentials
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Cook with what you have
Tell Ecomely what's in your fridge: she suggests dishes, including ones you could make with just one or two extra purchases.
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Weekly meal plans
Planned meals fill your Shopping List, with quantities adjusted to the number of people.
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A tidy list
Sorted by aisle, shared with your household, checked off live in the store.
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The right store
The comparison tool shows where your list costs the least near you.
Where wasted grocery money comes from
Three habits cost a lot: shopping without a list, buying without knowing what you'll cook, and throwing out what got forgotten at the back of the fridge. Add to that the quick trips to the store "for just two things" that end with a full cart, and prices that vary widely from one chain to another.
The good news: each of these leaks can be fixed with one simple habit, and the savings add up week after week.
Planning meals is the real key
Planning the week's meals takes ten minutes and changes everything: you only buy what you'll use, you make the most of leftovers, and you skip last-minute ready meals. Ecomely offers over 1,100 step-by-step recipes, sorted by theme (quick, budget-friendly, vegetarian, French cuisine, world food), with quantities adjusted to the number of people.
When you add a recipe to your meal plan, its ingredients go straight into your Shopping List, taking into account what you already have.
With what I have
Type what you have left ("zucchini, bacon bits, grated cheese") and possible dishes appear.
Leftovers
Yesterday's dinner becomes an idea for tomorrow.
A Shopping List that saves you time and money
The list is sorted by aisle, in store order, so you don't forget anything or walk in circles. It's shared with your household: everyone adds what's missing, and you check items off live while shopping. Your usual baskets can be reused in one tap.
You can track a monthly grocery budget in the same app, showing what's been spent and what's left.
Compare prices near you
The same basket can cost a lot more from one chain to another. Ecomely's comparison tool estimates the price of your list in stores around you, using public price sources and prices reported by users. You pick the best-value store, and Ecomely keeps track of how much you've saved.
The comparison tool is free, just like the list and the recipes.
Zély, your kitchen assistant
"What can I make tonight with eggs, potatoes and onions?", "add what I need to make crêpes for 6", "plan this week's meals on a budget": Zély suggests, adjusts and fills your list. While you cook, step-by-step mode shows one step at a time, with timers.
Do your next grocery run with a real list Free recipes, shared list and price comparison, ready in 30 seconds.
Create my free account8 practical tips to pay less for groceries
Simple habits to adopt one at a time. Together, they can make a real difference to your monthly budget.
Take stock before you go
A quick look in the fridge and cupboards avoids duplicates and food that ends up in the trash.
Plan the week's meals
Even five dinners out of seven is enough: your list gets precise and impulse buys go down.
Stick to the list
Your list is your best defense against deals that aren't really deals.
Compare the price per pound
The bigger pack isn't always cheaper; the unit price by weight or volume settles it.
Try store brands
On many staples, the quality difference is small and the savings are real.
Cook your leftovers
Gratin, soup, quiche, omelet: leftovers make excellent meals and cut down on waste.
Buy in season
Seasonal fruit and vegetables taste better and are often cheaper.
Limit your trips to the store
One or two big trips a week instead of five small ones: fewer temptations, less spending.
How it works
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Create your free account
Recipes, list and price comparison included.
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Plan your meals
Pick recipes or cook with what you have.
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Let the list fill itself
Sorted by aisle, shared with your household.
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Choose the right store
The comparison tool shows you where your list costs the least.
Who is it for?
Student
Budget-friendly recipes and the cheapest store in the neighborhood.
Working couple
A meal plan made on Sunday, a shared list, fewer ready meals.
Zero waste
Cook what's left in the fridge before it goes bad.
The Ecomely apps for this
Courses Une liste de courses qui apprend tes habitudes, tient ton budget et trouve les meilleurs prix près de chez toi.Cuisine Des recettes claires, tes recettes à toi, et « qu’est-ce que je peux cuisiner avec ce que j’ai ? » : gratuit.Finances Ton budget du mois clair d’un coup d’œil, sans connecter ta banque.
Frequently asked questions
How can I cut my grocery budget?
Plan your meals, make a list and stick to it, compare prices between stores and cook your leftovers. Ecomely brings together recipes, a shared list sorted by aisle and a price comparison tool, for free.
Is the price comparison tool free?
Yes. It estimates the price of your list in nearby stores using public sources and prices reported by users.
How many recipes does Ecomely have?
Over 1,100 step-by-step recipes, with adjustable quantities, themes (quick, budget-friendly, vegetarian, French cuisine…) and a "with what I have" search.
Can I share the Shopping List?
Yes, with your whole household in a Shared Space: everyone adds items and checks them off live.
Can I track my grocery budget?
Yes, with a monthly grocery budget and tracking of what's already been spent.
Do I have to pay for the recipes?
No, the recipes, the list and the price comparison tool are free. Zély Essentiel adds open conversation so you can get help in the kitchen.
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Do your next grocery run with a real list
Free recipes, shared list and price comparison, ready in 30 seconds.
Free, no credit card, no commitment.