Best Supermarket Loyalty Schemes for Christmas 2025
Get the most from loyalty schemes this Christmas
Whether you rely on points, personalised prices or no loyalty scheme at all, this guide helps you compare and choose the best option for your seasonal shop.
Tesco's Clubcard gives member-only prices, points on fuel and online orders, and the option to multiply voucher value with reward partners — useful if you plan big spend on turkey, drinks or party food.
- Register online and link your account
- Check Clubcard Prices vs. standard prices
- Watch reward partner deals for extra value
Sainsbury's uses Nectar for broad partner earning and 'Your Nectar Prices' for personalised discounts. Scan your card/app to get tailored offers on items you buy regularly.
- Ensure your Nectar app is active
- Scan at checkout to apply offers
Lidl Plus provides weekly coupons, activation deals and monthly spend targets that return vouchers — perfect for one big festive shop if you hit targets.
Aldi chooses simple low prices over points. For large Christmas shops, compare base prices — Aldi may beat loyalty-driven value elsewhere.
- Register or update your app before your big shop.
- Activate coupons and scan cards at checkout.
- Compare Clubcard and Nectar offers to Aldi base prices for must-have items.
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Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Tesco | Sainsbury's | Lidl | Aldi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Points & Clubcard Prices | Coalition points & personalised prices | App coupons & spend targets | No loyalty card |
| App | Yes (Clubcard) | Yes (Nectar) | Yes (Lidl Plus) | No |
| Best for | Big shops & partner rewards | Frequent shoppers, personalised saving | App users & coupon hunters | Lowest base prices |
| Christmas perks | Clubcard Prices on festive lines | Your Nectar Prices tailored offers | Seasonal activations via app | Everyday low prices |
Christmas Deals — Tesco Clubcard
- Member‑only festive prices — Clubcard users get exclusive deals on turkey, party food, christmas trees and seasonal lines. From Thursday 13 November, Tesco is offering 3for2 on selected toys in larger supermarkets and Tesco Extras until closing time on Thursday 4 December, or while stock lasts.
- Points & partner boosts — Collect when you shop online, in‑store or at fuel; redeem for vouchers or travel rewards. From 29 December 2025, you can top up your Christmas savings online and earn up to a £12 bonus
- Early access offers — Check the Clubcard section for limited‑time festive promotional boosts. From Thursday 13 November, Tesco Clubcard holders can get 50% off three different Christmas trees at larger Tesco stores until Sunday 14 December or while stocks last.
Tip: Link your Clubcard before your big shop and check the “Clubcard Prices” filter so you don’t miss the best deals.
Christmas Deals — Sainsbury’s Nectar
- “Count Up To Christmas” challenge — Join via the Nectar app and complete personalised tasks to earn up to 1,500 bonus points.
- Your Nectar Prices — Personalized discounts at the till for frequent shoppers. Load up on Coca Cola for festive parties, with 2 for 12 18 coke can packs.
- Gifting- Save £2/2.50 on Lindt for gifting friends and family this season. Half price gifts available with Nectar, such as this Kath Kidston travel trio set, from £12 to £6.00 with Nectar
- Wide partner network — Points also collect at Argos, Esso, eBay and more, boosting festive value.
Tip: Download the Nectar app, enrol in the challenge, and check the “Your Nectar Prices” tab before checkout.
Christmas Deals — Lidl Plus
- Monthly spend rewards — Spend a certain amount and get vouchers or discounts on your next shop.
- Seasonal activations — Spend on the festive range and earn rewards or codes via the Lidl Plus app.
- Weekly app coupons — Check new offers each Thursday in the Lidl Plus app. Save on seasonal foods such as All butter mince pies and festive liqueurs with the app.
Tip: Register the Lidl Plus app, scan your digital card every time, activate monthly targets, and check the “Activations” tab for limited‑time offers.
Christmas Deals — Aldi (No Loyalty Card)
- Everyday low pricing — Aldi focuses on low base prices rather than points or cards. Special prices at the moment range from Alcohol for those festives bashes to beer and prosecco!
- Specialbuys & seasonal launches — Christmas inflatables from £19.99, trees from £4.99.
- Big seasonal events and special buy dates — Watch Black Friday and mid‑season deals for early festive product access. Check out special buy dates here.
Tip: Compare Aldi’s base prices against loyalty‑scheme shops for your festive basket to see where you save the most.
Final thoughts
Loyalty schemes can save you a whole load this season, so, grab your basket, your loyalty card and get shopping for the best deals for Christmas! Don't forget to check out our site for all things deals, discounts and festive fun!
