Everybody loves a bargain. One survey found that up to 90% of shoppers use coupons. We are all searching for ways to save cash these days. It’s tough to completely stop making purchases because you still need the necessities, but there’s no reason you shouldn’t try to save on the items you can’t avoid buying. While coupon clipping may come to mind, there’s no reason to start buying the Sunday paper and sharpening up your scissors. Apps have stepped into the space where traditional paper coupons used to dwell. They can also help you find bargains you didn’t know exist, and even help you figure out which brands are offering better deals on essentials.
Take a look at our list of money-saving apps you’ll love:
RetailMeNot
If you’re buying something from a big retail outlet online, RetailMeNot should be your first shop. All you need to do is search for the store you’d like to purchase from and see what sort of coupons and savings they’re currently offering, but not necessarily advertising. You can find codes for special deals and savings, and sometimes even sitewide discounts for particular stores. The best part is that saving money is usually as simple as copying and pasting a discount code during checkout.
Ibotta
If you struggle to keep track of store loyalty cards, or just feel you’re not getting full value for your money at a retailer, Ibotta may be just the app for you. You simply input your loyalty card information for a wide range of retailers in order to use your rewards. When you buy something new at the store, you can scan your receipt into Ibotta to make sure you get credit for your purchases and any new rewards you’re eligible for.
SnipSnap
SnipSnap is an app that allows you to use pictures of paper coupons at retail checkout without having to lug the actual coupons to the store with you. This is the perfect answer for what to do with those coupons printed on plastic or cardboard packaging for your favorite products. Simply “snap” a photo of them instead. SnipSnap also has access to digital coupons as well, so it’s useful even if you rarely have a paper coupon to enter.
GoodRx
If you have to purchase prescription drugs regularly, you know that they can put a serious dent in your wallet. GoodRx is an app that lets you compare prices for your prescriptions at local pharmacies near you. Users report massive savings by switching from one pharmacy to another. You can also find specific retailer or manufacturer coupons for drugs as well that you can use at checkout when you purchase your prescriptions. If you, or someone in your household, struggle with prescription prices, GoodRx is a must-try app.
Rakuten
This digital coupon and rebate app allows you to purchase discount items through the app itself and then cash in on rewards, including cashback offers. This is certainly an app that any savvy shopper will want to give a whirl — especially before any major purchases.
