I was out shopping in town today when I overheard two employees talking. The price listings per 100g/100ml/... will be removed from various products in the future!
I was out shopping in town today when I overheard two employees talking. The price listings per 100g/100ml/... will be removed from various products in the future!
I can't quite picture that. Currently, both the base price (per 100 g or per 100 ml) and the unit price are generally only listed on the shelf for products that cost the same per package (e.g., pasta, sugar, oil). However, if—as is the case with cheese, meat, or fish—the unit price per package varies and is listed on the packaging, the base price must also be indicated alongside it, in accordance with the Price Indication Ordinance.
I can't quite picture that. Currently, both the base price (per 100 g or per 100 ml) and the unit price are generally only listed on the shelf for products that cost the same per package (e.g., pasta, sugar, oil). However, if—as is the case with cheese, meat, or fish—the unit price per package varies and is listed on the packaging, the base price must also be indicated alongside it, in accordance with the Price Indication Ordinance.
I can't quite picture that. Currently, both the base price (per 100 g or per 100 ml) and the unit price are generally only listed on the shelf for products that cost the same per package (e.g., pasta, sugar, oil). However, if—as is the case with cheese, meat, or fish—the unit price per package varies and is listed on the packaging, the base price must also be indicated alongside it, in accordance with the Price Indication Ordinance.
Migros is increasingly switching from weight-based to piece-based pricing for its products (e.g., sausage "2 pieces" instead of "200g"). As a result, the base price per 100g no longer needs to be displayed—making price comparisons more difficult.
According to SRF (March 19, 2026), SECO has already forced Migros to correct misleading price tags nationwide.
It appears that Migros is deliberately exploiting legal loopholes to further reduce price transparency.
Migros is increasingly switching from weight-based to piece-based pricing for its products (e.g., sausage "2 pieces" instead of "200g"). As a result, the base price per 100g no longer needs to be displayed—making price comparisons more difficult.
According to SRF (March 19, 2026), SECO has already forced Migros to correct misleading price tags nationwide.
It appears that Migros is deliberately exploiting legal loopholes to further reduce price transparency.
But the topic was about promotional labels—what counts as the regular price and what doesn't.
Also, what does switching from weight-based pricing to fixed weights have to do with this? The butcher shops in my area have completely switched to electronic labels. Now they all list the price per 100g or 1kg
I have no idea what or where Migros is being sneaky here. They’re relabeling their butchery items just like Aldi, Lidl, Coop, and many other retailers are already doing…
But the topic was about promotional labels—what counts as the regular price and what doesn't.
Also, what does switching from weight-based pricing to fixed weights have to do with this? The butcher shops in my area have completely switched to electronic labels. Now they all list the price per 100g or 1kg
I have no idea what or where Migros is being sneaky here. They’re relabeling their butchery items just like Aldi, Lidl, Coop, and many other retailers are already doing…
The discussion above does not refer to a switch from weight-based pricing to fixed-weight pricing, but rather to a switch from weight-based pricing to piece-based pricing, which is something entirely different. I cannot say to what extent this actually corresponds to the facts, but I just want to make sure we’re all on the same page.
The discussion above does not refer to a switch from weight-based pricing to fixed-weight pricing, but rather to a switch from weight-based pricing to piece-based pricing, which is something entirely different. I cannot say to what extent this actually corresponds to the facts, but I just want to make sure we’re all on the same page.
Fixed-weight items and loose goods are exactly the same
Then you can use the quantity button when scanning with Subito… for weight-based items, you have to scan each package yourself…
But I don’t understand what she meant by “lack of transparency” here. She’s mixing two things. The media report was about the promotional signage, not the 100g label on the packaging.
But the topic was about promotional labels—what counts as the regular price and what doesn't.
Also, what does switching from weight-based pricing to fixed weights have to do with this? The butcher shops in my area have completely switched to electronic labels. Now they all list the price per 100g or 1kg
I have no idea what or where Migros is being sneaky here. They’re relabeling their butchery items just like Aldi, Lidl, Coop, and many other retailers are already doing…
Thanks for the feedback. You're right—there are more appropriate titles than "Weight Specifications"!
What strikes me right away is this: When specific changes in performance are pointed out, the discussion often centers on secondary aspects (word choice, grammar, etc.) rather than the actual effect.
Another example illustrates what I’m really concerned about: For some time now, I’ve been earning demonstrably fewer Cumulus points—and thus less cashback—for the same purchase amount. That’s a measurable reduction in service.
My concern is that transparency and promised services are maintained for customers. Both issues go hand in hand because they show how services are gradually changing while attention is diverted to details.
Thanks for the feedback. You're right—there are more appropriate titles than "Weight Specifications"!
What strikes me right away is this: When specific changes in performance are pointed out, the discussion often centers on secondary aspects (word choice, grammar, etc.) rather than the actual effect.
Another example illustrates what I’m really concerned about: For some time now, I’ve been earning demonstrably fewer Cumulus points—and thus less cashback—for the same purchase amount. That’s a measurable reduction in service.
My concern is that transparency and promised services are maintained for customers. Both issues go hand in hand because they show how services are gradually changing while attention is diverted to details.
I was at Glatt earlier; they still list the 100g size there…
As for Cumulus, there was recently an additional discount at Aare during a promotion with the Cumulus card... similar to Lid Plus...
I like Lidl Plus best. Then Migros... I’ve given up on collecting Coop points.
I was at Glatt earlier; they still list the 100g size there…
As for Cumulus, there was recently an additional discount at Aare during a promotion with the Cumulus card... similar to Lid Plus...
I like Lidl Plus best. Then Migros... I’ve given up on collecting Coop points.
That’s still to come...
And the fine sliced poultry salami will likely continue to be priced by weight. Otherwise, the slices would have to be counted. This could happen, for example, with the lovely Cervelat. Instead of the weight, it would then say “1 piece costs xx.xx CHF.” Then you have to calculate the 100g yourself to, for example, compare the MBudget product with the special offer. Often, it’s not the special offer that’s the best value, but the lowest price or the MClassic line (which is gradually disappearing).
Enjoy your meal, Goku ;)
Fixed-weight items and loose goods are exactly the same
Then you can use the quantity button when scanning with Subito… for weight-based items, you have to scan each package yourself…
But I don’t understand what she meant by “lack of transparency” here. She’s mixing two things. The media report was about the promotional signage, not the 100g label on the packaging.
No, that’s not the case—fixed-weight items and individual-item goods are two different things! Fixed-weight means that all packages or units of a particular item weigh the same, and both the weight and the base price are listed accordingly. Items sold by the piece, on the other hand, are sold per piece (hence the name) or in packs of x pieces, without any weight specification. This is the variant referred to by the user Vegane_Wollmilchsau. Fictitious example: 2 salametti cost 5 CHF, or 2.50 CHF each, with the weight and base price per 100 grams omitted. However, I cannot say whether Migros actually intends to switch certain items to this system.
No, that’s not the case—fixed-weight items and individual-item goods are two different things! Fixed-weight means that all packages or units of a particular item weigh the same, and both the weight and the base price are listed accordingly. Items sold by the piece, on the other hand, are sold per piece (hence the name) or in packs of x pieces, without any weight specification. This is the variant referred to by the user Vegane_Wollmilchsau. Fictitious example: 2 salametti cost 5 CHF, or 2.50 CHF each, with the weight and base price per 100 grams omitted. However, I cannot say whether Migros actually intends to switch certain items to this system.
Migros usually steps in when things are unclear; the fact that it has refrained from doing so thus far speaks volumes.
I can't quite picture that. Currently, both the base price (per 100 g or per 100 ml) and the unit price are generally only listed on the shelf for products that cost the same per package (e.g., pasta, sugar, oil). However, if—as is the case with cheese, meat, or fish—the unit price per package varies and is listed on the packaging, the base price must also be indicated alongside it, in accordance with the Price Indication Ordinance.
Migros is increasingly switching from weight-based to piece-based pricing for its products (e.g., sausage "2 pieces" instead of "200g"). As a result, the base price per 100g no longer needs to be displayed—making price comparisons more difficult.
According to SRF (March 19, 2026), SECO has already forced Migros to correct misleading price tags nationwide.
It appears that Migros is deliberately exploiting legal loopholes to further reduce price transparency.
Migros is increasingly switching from weight-based to piece-based pricing for its products (e.g., sausage "2 pieces" instead of "200g"). As a result, the base price per 100g no longer needs to be displayed—making price comparisons more difficult.
According to SRF (March 19, 2026), SECO has already forced Migros to correct misleading price tags nationwide.
It appears that Migros is deliberately exploiting legal loopholes to further reduce price transparency.
But the topic was about promotional labels—what counts as the regular price and what doesn't.
Also, what does switching from weight-based pricing to fixed weights have to do with this? The butcher shops in my area have completely switched to electronic labels. Now they all list the price per 100g or 1kg
I have no idea what or where Migros is being sneaky here. They’re relabeling their butchery items just like Aldi, Lidl, Coop, and many other retailers are already doing…
But the topic was about promotional labels—what counts as the regular price and what doesn't.
Also, what does switching from weight-based pricing to fixed weights have to do with this? The butcher shops in my area have completely switched to electronic labels. Now they all list the price per 100g or 1kg
I have no idea what or where Migros is being sneaky here. They’re relabeling their butchery items just like Aldi, Lidl, Coop, and many other retailers are already doing…
The discussion above does not refer to a switch from weight-based pricing to fixed-weight pricing, but rather to a switch from weight-based pricing to piece-based pricing, which is something entirely different. I cannot say to what extent this actually corresponds to the facts, but I just want to make sure we’re all on the same page.
The discussion above does not refer to a switch from weight-based pricing to fixed-weight pricing, but rather to a switch from weight-based pricing to piece-based pricing, which is something entirely different. I cannot say to what extent this actually corresponds to the facts, but I just want to make sure we’re all on the same page.
Fixed-weight items and loose goods are exactly the same
Then you can use the quantity button when scanning with Subito… for weight-based items, you have to scan each package yourself…
But I don’t understand what she meant by “lack of transparency” here. She’s mixing two things. The media report was about the promotional signage, not the 100g label on the packaging.
But the topic was about promotional labels—what counts as the regular price and what doesn't.
Also, what does switching from weight-based pricing to fixed weights have to do with this? The butcher shops in my area have completely switched to electronic labels. Now they all list the price per 100g or 1kg
I have no idea what or where Migros is being sneaky here. They’re relabeling their butchery items just like Aldi, Lidl, Coop, and many other retailers are already doing…
Thanks for the feedback. You're right—there are more appropriate titles than "Weight Specifications"!
What strikes me right away is this: When specific changes in performance are pointed out, the discussion often centers on secondary aspects (word choice, grammar, etc.) rather than the actual effect.
Another example illustrates what I’m really concerned about: For some time now, I’ve been earning demonstrably fewer Cumulus points—and thus less cashback—for the same purchase amount. That’s a measurable reduction in service.
My concern is that transparency and promised services are maintained for customers. Both issues go hand in hand because they show how services are gradually changing while attention is diverted to details.
Thanks for the feedback. You're right—there are more appropriate titles than "Weight Specifications"!
What strikes me right away is this: When specific changes in performance are pointed out, the discussion often centers on secondary aspects (word choice, grammar, etc.) rather than the actual effect.
Another example illustrates what I’m really concerned about: For some time now, I’ve been earning demonstrably fewer Cumulus points—and thus less cashback—for the same purchase amount. That’s a measurable reduction in service.
My concern is that transparency and promised services are maintained for customers. Both issues go hand in hand because they show how services are gradually changing while attention is diverted to details.
I was at Glatt earlier; they still list the 100g size there…
As for Cumulus, there was recently an additional discount at Aare during a promotion with the Cumulus card... similar to Lid Plus...
I like Lidl Plus best. Then Migros... I’ve given up on collecting Coop points.
I was at Glatt earlier; they still list the 100g size there…
As for Cumulus, there was recently an additional discount at Aare during a promotion with the Cumulus card... similar to Lid Plus...
I like Lidl Plus best. Then Migros... I’ve given up on collecting Coop points.
That’s still to come...
And the fine sliced poultry salami will likely continue to be priced by weight. Otherwise, the slices would have to be counted. This could happen, for example, with the lovely Cervelat. Instead of the weight, it would then say “1 piece costs xx.xx CHF.” Then you have to calculate the 100g yourself to, for example, compare the MBudget product with the special offer. Often, it’s not the special offer that’s the best value, but the lowest price or the MClassic line (which is gradually disappearing).
Enjoy your meal, Goku ;)
Fixed-weight items and loose goods are exactly the same
Then you can use the quantity button when scanning with Subito… for weight-based items, you have to scan each package yourself…
But I don’t understand what she meant by “lack of transparency” here. She’s mixing two things. The media report was about the promotional signage, not the 100g label on the packaging.
No, that’s not the case—fixed-weight items and individual-item goods are two different things! Fixed-weight means that all packages or units of a particular item weigh the same, and both the weight and the base price are listed accordingly. Items sold by the piece, on the other hand, are sold per piece (hence the name) or in packs of x pieces, without any weight specification. This is the variant referred to by the user Vegane_Wollmilchsau. Fictitious example: 2 salametti cost 5 CHF, or 2.50 CHF each, with the weight and base price per 100 grams omitted. However, I cannot say whether Migros actually intends to switch certain items to this system.
No, that’s not the case—fixed-weight items and individual-item goods are two different things! Fixed-weight means that all packages or units of a particular item weigh the same, and both the weight and the base price are listed accordingly. Items sold by the piece, on the other hand, are sold per piece (hence the name) or in packs of x pieces, without any weight specification. This is the variant referred to by the user Vegane_Wollmilchsau. Fictitious example: 2 salametti cost 5 CHF, or 2.50 CHF each, with the weight and base price per 100 grams omitted. However, I cannot say whether Migros actually intends to switch certain items to this system.
Migros usually steps in when things are unclear; the fact that it has refrained from doing so thus far speaks volumes.
