Rice, oil and lentil are the three most important items that determine the weekly grocery budget of millions of Bangladeshi families. Any of these spikes will immediately hit kitchen budgets. Essential prices will continue to fluctuate through 2025 and into 2026, pushing more consumers to online grocery platforms — mainly Chaldal and Shwapno — in search of better deals and to avoid the mayhem of local kitchen markets. In this guide, I’ll walk you through today’s pricing landscape and show you exactly how to get more bang for your buck on both platforms.
Current Prices In Bangladesh
Rice is the most price-sensitive essential commodity in Bangladesh. Coarse rice is now being sold at Tk55-56 per kg, while medium-quality fine rice varieties like Najirshail and Miniket are being sold at Tk68-70 per kg. The better varieties are now fetching Tk75-80 per kg in Dhaka.
On the oil front, the government has fixed a benchmark procurement price for refined soybean oil at Tk 131.47 a litre. The benchmark is not far from what consumers pay in retail stores and online platforms, where 1-litre packs usually range between Tk 130-145, depending on brand and platform promotions.
The government has kept the price of lentils at Tk71.87 per kg at the existing wholesale price for procurement. Masur dal is available for Tk75-90 per kg on online platforms such as Chaldal and Shwapno, often a bit higher too, depending on variety and packaging.
“Chaldal or Shwapno” Which Platform is Best for you?
Shwapno, the biggest online grocery platform in Bangladesh, generated $230.1 million in revenue as of December 2025, making it the country’s largest online grocery retailer. Chaldal came in second with $217.4 million in revenue. But bigger isn’t always better rates. Here’s how they stack up on your three must-haves:
Rice: Both the platforms have popular varieties like Miniket, Najirshail, BR-28 and BR-29. Chaldal often has flash deals on staple rice packs. Shwapno Online uses its physical store infrastructure to ensure product quality and pricing are uniform. Shwapno’s offline supply chain edge, especially for rice, often leads to better stock availability in bigger pack sizes.
Fresh, Teer and Sun are some of the brands available in Soybean Oil Chaldal. Both platforms tend to have better value per litre for bigger pack sizes (5-litre). Always compare the cost per litre, not the sticker price per pack
Lentil (Dal) Both the sites have masur dal, mung dal and motor dal. Need to buy lentils? Well, Chaldal is the way to go with their fast delivery and easy-to-use mobile app. But Shwapno has a loyalty points system, and it might be more rewarding to buy in bulk or buy repeatedly.
Best Deals on Both Platforms
And don’t just look at prices, look at the size of packs. The 2-litre pack of oil at Tk260 is costlier per litre than the 5-litre pack at Tk630. Always do maths per unit.
Search for app-only offers. Both Chaldal and Shwapno frequently have offers that are exclusive to their mobile apps and not always visible on the website.
Look out for telecom partnerships. In 2026, Banglalink partnered with Shwapno and Chaldal to offer discounts on groceries to its Orange Club members ahead of Ramadan, a reminder that mobile operator tie-ups can uncover hidden savings all year round.
Shwapno loyalty points on essentials. Shwapno’s loyalty programme is a mix of online and offline shopping, so you can use points earned from your offline purchases to get discounts on your online grocery bill, especially on high-value items such as oil.
Buy from Chaldal’s restock windows. Chaldal’s scheduled delivery window makes it easier for customers to plan their grocery shopping, and it is a major hit in Dhaka and other big cities. Ordering during off-peak hours, early in the morning or late at night often finds you in a queue for newly stocked items at regular prices before demand-based adjustments are applied.
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Conclusion
The Bangladesh government has been trying to stabilise the prices of essential commodities through strategic procurement and market intervention. The Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase has approved the procurement of 10,000 metric tonnes of lentil and over 13.5 million litres of refined soybean oil to increase supplies and curb price hikes ahead of Ramadan in early 2026. These efforts help bring down wholesale prices, but that takes time to filter through to pricing at retail and online platforms. And as long as that doesn’t happen, Bangladeshi families can best minimise their grocery bill by making smart comparisons between Chaldal and Shwapno – and timing their purchase well – without stepping out of the home.
Summary: Rice, oil, and lentil prices remain a household concern across Bangladesh in 2026. This guide shows you how to find the best deals on Chaldal and Shwapno and shop smarter for daily essentials online.
