Aldi has done it again. The discount grocery chain released its biggest reusable tote yet, and fans snapped it up so fast that the bag sold out in just 13 minutes. Now, everyone is asking the same question: will Aldi bring it back?
What is the Aldi big bag?
The Aldi Big Bag is not your ordinary shopping tote. The chain calls it its “biggest shopping tote yet,” measuring 5.5 square feet. To give you a better idea, that is larger than a typical carry-on suitcase.
And the best part? It was free. Yes, Aldi offered the Big Bag at no cost to shoppers who ordered it online at ALDIBigBag.com.
The idea behind the Big Bag goes beyond just carrying groceries. Aldi described it as a “metaphor for massive savings.” Their message was simple:
- Bigger savings mean bigger hauls
- Bigger hauls mean you need a bigger bag
It was also a not-so-subtle dig at Trader Joe’s viral mini totes that went viral earlier this year. While Trader Joe’s went small and cute, Aldi went big and bold.
How fast did the Aldi big bag sell out?
The bag launched on Tuesday, September 16, and fans rushed online the moment it dropped. According to Aldi, every single one of the 1,000 bags was claimed in just 13 minutes.
In a statement, Aldi admitted they were surprised at how quickly the promotion ended:
“We knew Aldi fans were devoted but were blown away that they snagged all 1,000 bags in just 13 minutes. We had thousands of fans try to claim a bag the moment they dropped, showing just how much people value what Aldi delivers.”
So if you blinked, you missed it. And now, many shoppers are left wondering what comes next.
Will there be a restock of the Aldi big bag?
This is the question on everyone’s mind. Aldi has not promised a restock, but they are keeping the door open. In their own words:
“Given how many people wanted one, you never know if the Aldi Big Bags might come back in the future.”
For now, there is no guarantee. But based on the buzz online, Aldi knows there is huge demand. Fans are already asking across social media for the retailer to bring it back.
How does the Aldi big bag compare to trader joe’s mini tote?
It is hard not to compare Aldi’s launch with Trader Joe’s mini tote craze earlier this year. Trader Joe’s canvas mini bags went viral on TikTok, and shoppers lined up to grab them. Some stores even had to limit purchases because of the frenzy.
But while Trader Joe’s went with tiny and collectible, Aldi flipped the script with something oversized and practical. Their message was clear: cute is nice, but bigger is better when you are talking about groceries.
How many Aldi stores are in the U.S.?
Even if you did not score a Big Bag, you still have plenty of chances to shop at Aldi. As of May 12, 2025, there are 2,510 Aldi stores across 41 states. Here is the breakdown:
- Florida leads with 244 locations
- Illinois follows with 215 stores
- Ohio has 170 stores
And the expansion is not slowing down. Aldi plans to open 225 new stores this year alone.
So even without the Big Bag, you can still find the real deal Aldi is known for—low prices on everyday essentials.
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