Is it cheaper to buy a whole salmon or fillets? A Complete Cost Breakdown
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A 2025 YouTube analysis showed a 3.7kg whole salmon costing approximately £35, while an equivalent weight of pre-cut fillets was priced significantly higher, at £14.50 per kilo. This price difference is not a fluke; in most cases, it is cheaper to buy a whole salmon due to eliminating processing costs, reduced packaging, and the ability to utilize the entire fish.
