Food delivery apps like Swiggy and Zomato have become costlier than ever. With new GST rules, rising platform fees, and delivery charges, customers are now paying much more than the actual food price.
Many are voicing their frustration on social media and exploring new ways to save money while still enjoying their favorite meals.
Woman’s Clever Trick: Food Delivery Without Swiggy or Zomato
A woman’s unique idea is now going viral online. She shared that she has completely stopped ordering through Swiggy and Zomato.
Instead, she directly calls her favorite restaurants to place an order, gets the food packed, and then uses courier services like Uber Courier or Rapido to bring it home.
According to her, these delivery services cost only ₹50–₹100, which is far cheaper than the combined charges of commission, platform fee, and GST on Swiggy and Zomato orders.
She said this switch has saved her a significant amount of money while still allowing her to enjoy restaurant food at home.
Social Media Users Approve
Her post has already crossed 3 lakh views, with many praising her smart hack. One user commented, “Zomato and Swiggy add a 40–50% markup.
For food worth ₹300, the actual price is far less. Using Rapido or Porter is way cheaper.”
Another person shared, “I tried this method, and it really cut down the cost.” Someone jokingly wrote, “You’ve basically created your own food delivery app—at a low price!”
Why Food Bills Are Rising
The main reason delivery bills look inflated is because apps add multiple charges.
A customer recently shared his bill showing ₹14.75 restaurant GST, ₹25 delivery fee (plus ₹4.50 GST), ₹20 packaging charge, and ₹14.99 platform fee.
This means a meal priced at ₹200 could end up costing nearly ₹300 by the time it reaches your doorstep.
