As we all know, groceries cost families an arm and leg nowadays. It makes me so sad (for multiple reasons) to spend $15-$20 alone on just Whole Milk a month! And don't get me started on the diaper situation of a child that has a sensitive tush! So, why not try to save a little bit here!? The below list is comprised of my most trusted shopping "buddies" that I cannot live without. P.S. I've been using these apps for roughly a year and half or so and have saved close to $70 combined! That's not even adding the discounts related with my coupon obsession (we'll save that for another day!).
Here's how they work (exception: Target Cartwheel):
Download the App onto your Smartphone on SignUp via website. While I am putting items away at home, I scan the barcode on the package of all items I have promotions for on every App. Once done, I take a picture of the receipt in the App and upload it. Finally, sit back with a relaxing drink, prop your feet, and wait for the savings to hit your account! You can also upload receipt via your PC or Mac to cash in on your savings with no barcode scanning required.
Ibotta
This is like your Aston Martin of grocery apps! You can literally upload a receipt from virtually shopping (or dining) anywhere if there is a promotion going on for it. On the grocery side, offers are now being open ended on some items. For example, you can receive .20 cents off ANY loaf of bread purchase. In our local store, there is usually a brand for .99 cents. Couple the already low price with the discount and tell me how good it feels to pay .79 cents for a loaf =) Fun fact: they also discount adult beverages, too! Even more fun fact: some of the wines featured are pretty tasty ;)
Shopmium
This one isn't as studly as Ibotta, but once in awhile they will have good offers. This is especially seen on their Smartphone App and with organic offers! This App is worth keeping an eye on before every grocery trip!
Snap by Groupon
So, my beloved Groupon FINALLY jumped on board with my grocery needs! Snap offers a wide variety of edible discounts to choose from along with some of those booze and medicinal discounts, too (think stacking here folks!). To use the bread example again, Snap is currently running a .25 cent off promotion. So, after Ibotta, our loaf of bread is down to .79 cents. Take off another .25 cents and oh boy.... SUCCESS!!! And it tastes. so. good.
Checkout 51
To save a little on more on those fresh yummies, Checkout 51 allows users to pick their own offer on selected fresh fruits or veggies. If you're lucky, once in awhile the veggies offers can stack with the other Apps listed here. They also offer a variety of options ranging from pantry to personal care products!
Savings Star
I find that linking my loyalty card is the way to go here. SOOOO easy to save with literally no effort! Love. it. SavingStar also gives a lot of options for grocery and online shopping. This one is a MUST on my list!
Target Cartwheel
If you love, love, LOVE Target like I do, then be ashamed if this is not on your phone yet! Seriously, SHAME ON YOU!!! This App allows you to snag offers from every department in the store while scanning your barcode at checkout TAKING THE SAVINGS OFF INSTANTLY! Bonus: you can stack coupons like crazy here and potentially MAKE $$$$!!! Understand why you're being shopper shamed now?!?!? Have no fear, I am here to help!
Here's how they work (exception: Target Cartwheel):
Download the App onto your Smartphone on SignUp via website. While I am putting items away at home, I scan the barcode on the package of all items I have promotions for on every App. Once done, I take a picture of the receipt in the App and upload it. Finally, sit back with a relaxing drink, prop your feet, and wait for the savings to hit your account! You can also upload receipt via your PC or Mac to cash in on your savings with no barcode scanning required.
Ibotta
This is like your Aston Martin of grocery apps! You can literally upload a receipt from virtually shopping (or dining) anywhere if there is a promotion going on for it. On the grocery side, offers are now being open ended on some items. For example, you can receive .20 cents off ANY loaf of bread purchase. In our local store, there is usually a brand for .99 cents. Couple the already low price with the discount and tell me how good it feels to pay .79 cents for a loaf =) Fun fact: they also discount adult beverages, too! Even more fun fact: some of the wines featured are pretty tasty ;)
- Download the App to your Smartphone OR SignUp HERE
- During SignUp on the App, when prompted enter: zuaa (after you signup you'll be given a code as well to share with your friends!)
- START SAVING!!!
Shopmium
This one isn't as studly as Ibotta, but once in awhile they will have good offers. This is especially seen on their Smartphone App and with organic offers! This App is worth keeping an eye on before every grocery trip!
- Download the Smartphone App OR SignUp HERE
- When prompted, enter code: MMKAYFRN This will get you a FREE Lindt Chocolate Bar!! Once you signup, share your code with friends and share the chocolaty goodness!
- START SAVING!!!
Snap by Groupon
So, my beloved Groupon FINALLY jumped on board with my grocery needs! Snap offers a wide variety of edible discounts to choose from along with some of those booze and medicinal discounts, too (think stacking here folks!). To use the bread example again, Snap is currently running a .25 cent off promotion. So, after Ibotta, our loaf of bread is down to .79 cents. Take off another .25 cents and oh boy.... SUCCESS!!! And it tastes. so. good.
- Download the Smartphone App OR SignUp HERE
Checkout 51
To save a little on more on those fresh yummies, Checkout 51 allows users to pick their own offer on selected fresh fruits or veggies. If you're lucky, once in awhile the veggies offers can stack with the other Apps listed here. They also offer a variety of options ranging from pantry to personal care products!
- Download the Smartphone App OR SignUp HERE
Savings Star
I find that linking my loyalty card is the way to go here. SOOOO easy to save with literally no effort! Love. it. SavingStar also gives a lot of options for grocery and online shopping. This one is a MUST on my list!
- Download Smartphone App OR SignUp HERE
Target Cartwheel
If you love, love, LOVE Target like I do, then be ashamed if this is not on your phone yet! Seriously, SHAME ON YOU!!! This App allows you to snag offers from every department in the store while scanning your barcode at checkout TAKING THE SAVINGS OFF INSTANTLY! Bonus: you can stack coupons like crazy here and potentially MAKE $$$$!!! Understand why you're being shopper shamed now?!?!? Have no fear, I am here to help!
- Download the Smartphone App OR SignUp HERE