Meal Prep Savings Calculator
See how much you'd save by cooking and meal-prepping at home instead of buying takeaway and lunches out — per week, per year, and invested over 10 years.
Last verified: 5 May 2026Reviewed by the Savings Mate editorial team — figures fact-checked against the ATO, Services Australia and ASIC MoneySmart.
How much does cooking at home save you?
Swapping even a few bought meals for home-cooked ones adds up fast. The price gap between a $15–$20 lunch out and a few dollars of ingredients is large, and small, repeated savings are the easiest kind to make. Source: ASIC MoneySmart.
General information and estimates only — not financial, tax, or legal advice. Always verify with a licensed adviser or the ATO.
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