Tiffin vs Swiggy / Zomato

 

Cost Comparison Analysis

• Tiffin Service (Subscription Model):
  • Cost: Generally lower per meal (approx. ₹80–₹100/meal).
  • Pros: Daily, consistent, home-cooked, no delivery fee (usually included), no surge pricing.
  • Cons: Limited variety, rigid menu.
• Swiggy / Zomato (On-Demand Model):
  • Cost: Higher per meal due to restaurant inflation (30-60% higher than menu), ₹15+ platform fees, delivery, and GST.
  • Pros: High variety, convenient, instant ordering.
  • Cons: Expensive for daily needs, high fees, inconsistent quality. 

Key Takeaways

• For daily meals: A local tiffin service is significantly cheaper.
• For convenience/variety: Swiggy is better but will cost almost double for similar, daily meals.
• Hidden Costs: Swiggy orders can have 80%+ higher costs compared to local, direct-from-restaurant options due to fees,.
• Budget Option: Swiggy's "Toing" app offers lower-cost, daily-style meals around ₹49+. 

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