
Quick answer: Boxer is a South African discount chain that ended its 2026 financial year with 576 stores across South Africa and Eswatini, and its current offers are published on its website, in store and through the Boxer Rewards Club. We could not confirm a fixed publishing day for a weekly catalogue, so check the dates printed on the current offer. The Rewards Club had about 2.3 million members in October 2025, according to a business report, and a third-party guide says one B Reward equals R1 on promoted products.
Last updated: October 2026. Facts come from IOL Business Report, TimesLIVE, Daily Investor, BusinessTech and a third-party Boxer Rewards guide. The guide is not an official source, so confirm rewards rules with Boxer. We do not quote prices.
Who Boxer is

Boxer is a value-focused retailer that is majority-owned by Pick n Pay. It listed on the JSE in 2025 and reported 5.3% earnings growth in its first results as a listed company. In May 2025 it said it had opened 48 new stores and was targeting 60 more by 2026, and in July 2025 it announced an expansion plan of 60 new stores backed by R1.2 billion of investment. Its trading update for the 20 weeks to 19 July 2026 reported 19 new stores, made up of 6 Superstores and 13 liquor stores, against a financial year 2027 target of 25 Superstores and 35 liquor stores.
| Fact | Detail from public sources |
|---|---|
| Store count | 576 stores across South Africa and Eswatini at the end of the 2026 financial year |
| New stores, 20 weeks to 19 July 2026 | 19 (6 Superstores and 13 liquor stores) |
| FY27 opening target | 25 Superstores and 35 liquor stores |
| Ownership | Majority-owned by Pick n Pay, separately listed |
| Rewards Club size | About 2.3 million members (October 2025), up from 1.9 million earlier that year |
| Formats | Superstores, Boxer Build, Boxer Liquor and Boxer Punch |
How the Boxer Rewards Club works
According to a third-party guide, members earn B Rewards on promoted products and one B Reward is worth R1. The same guide says the scheme works across Boxer formats, and that the Boxer card is not valid at Pick n Pay stores even though Pick n Pay owns the majority of Boxer. The guide also describes weekend competitions, with Friday B Rewards, Saturday airtime and Sunday shopping draws, that ran through December 2025. Because the guide is not official, treat these details as a starting point and read the current rules on the Boxer website.
- Sign up in store or through the official channel and keep your card or app ready.
- Look for promoted products marked with B Rewards on the shelf tag.
- Scan the card or app at the till, every time.
- Check your slip to confirm rewards were credited.
- Check expiry rules so you do not lose rewards.
Where to find this week's Boxer specials
| Source | Best for | Watch-out |
|---|---|---|
| Boxer website | Official offers and dates | Offers can differ by store |
| In-store shelf tags | The price you actually pay | Member-only prices need your card |
| Boxer Liquor | Liquor offers (18+) | Separate from grocery offers |
| Boxer Build | Building and hardware items | Different range from supermarket stores |
| Third-party catalogue pages | Quick browsing | May be out of date or copied |
Boxer versus other discount grocers
| Retailer | Loyalty | Angle |
|---|---|---|
| Boxer | Boxer Rewards Club | Low prices, store growth, B Rewards |
| Shoprite and Usave | Xtra Savings | Largest store network |
| Pick n Pay | Smart Shopper | Personalised member prices |
| Checkers | Xtra Savings | Weekly promotions and Sixty60 delivery |
Pick n Pay's own results for the latest period showed the Pick n Pay brand's turnover down 1.6% while Boxer grew 12.3%, which is a sign that shoppers are using discount formats more. For you, that does not guarantee Boxer is cheapest on every item, so compare the unit price on the products you buy most.
A simple price-comparison method
Pick twelve staples: maize meal, rice, cooking oil, sugar, tea, flour, tinned fish, chicken pieces, eggs, bread, washing powder and toothpaste. Record the price and the unit price (per kilogram, litre or 100 g) at Boxer and at one other chain for three weeks. The numbers below are invented to show the sum.
| Item (invented numbers) | Boxer | Other chain | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 kg maize meal | R95 | R99 | R4 cheaper at Boxer |
| 2 kg rice | R42 | R40 | R2 dearer at Boxer |
| 750 ml cooking oil | R38 | R41 | R3 cheaper at Boxer |
On these invented numbers Boxer wins on two of three items, which is typical of any chain: no store is cheapest on everything.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Value-focused range and a fast-growing store network.
- Rewards Club with B Rewards on promoted products.
- Liquor and building formats under the same brand.
Cons
- No confirmed weekly catalogue schedule.
- Rewards details come from a third-party guide, so confirm with Boxer.
- The Boxer card is reportedly not valid at Pick n Pay.
Frequently asked questions
How many Boxer stores are there?
576 across South Africa and Eswatini at the end of the 2026 financial year, with more being opened.
Is Boxer owned by Pick n Pay?
Pick n Pay holds the majority stake, but Boxer is separately listed.
Can I use my Boxer card at Pick n Pay?
A third-party guide says no. Confirm with the retailer.
What is one B Reward worth?
The guide says R1, but check the current rules.
When does the Boxer catalogue change?
We found no fixed public day. Check the dates on the current offer.
Before you go
Check the Boxer website for your region, write a short list, bring your Rewards card, compare two or three key items with another chain and keep your slip. That routine takes minutes and keeps you away from impulse buys.
Sources
- IOL Business Report: Boxer IPO performance (13 October 2025) and expansion plans (1 July 2025)
- TimesLIVE and Daily Dispatch: Boxer expands footprint (12 May 2025)
- Daily Investor and BusinessTech: Boxer store rollout coverage
- Third-party Boxer Rewards Club guide (unofficial)



