See exactly how much you save vs takeout. Interactive calculator, 15-item price comparison, and time analysis.
Average US takeout prices vs. cost of ingredients to make the same dish at home.
| Food Item | Takeout |
Homemade |
You Save |
Savings % |
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* Prices reflect average US restaurant/delivery costs. Homemade = ingredient cost per serving.
Across all 15 food items, you save 68 cents on every dollar.
Replacing takeout 3x per week saves $100+ per month.
$60–$120 cost covered in 5–10 meals at $13/meal savings.
Chicken Wings: $18 takeout vs $5 homemade — 72% savings.
French Fries: $5 takeout vs $1 at home. Potatoes are cheap.
Same crispy texture, fewer calories, you control the ingredients.
Spoiler: air fryer cooking is usually faster than delivery.
...and food often arrives lukewarm
...and food comes out hot & crispy