Grocery apps are the simple way to save money on food and the things you need. But, with the number of the available, it can be overwhelming. We’ve sorted through them and have the best grocery list and coupon apps that will save you the most.
Clipping coupons and shopping sales are the ways most people know how to save money on groceries. However, many people do not have the time (nor the desire) to use coupons. Is it still possible to save money in this way?
We’ve shared some simple ways to save money on groceries without clipping coupons, but there is something else you can try as well. You can just use coupon apps on your phone!
With all of the apps on the market, navigating the app store can be a tad overwhelming. Which apps are the best to use? Do they really work? Is one grocery shopping app really better than another?
I’ve done the hard work for you. Below are some of the top coupon apps for groceries – and a few others that help you stay organized!
BEST GROCERY SHOPPING & LIST APPS
1. Key Ring
I love the Key Ring app because it keeps me organized! I use this app to keep track of all of my store loyalty cards – without having them all in my wallet or on my keyring.
Key in the details for each of your store loyalty cards into the app (you can take a photo of the card too, which I recommend). When you shop, you open the app and find loyalty card for the store. The cashier will scan teh barcode to activite your card.
Click HERE to download the Key Ring app.
2. Ibotta
The Ibotta app is one of my favorite grocery apps. But, it is not a coupon app, it is a rebate app.
You review the different rebates available. There are different actions on each and the more of them you complete, the higher your rebate.
For instance, if you share the coupon on Facebook, you could earn $0.25. Then, if you watch a video, you may earn an additional $0.75. Before you shop, find the rebates you want to claim and add them to your account.
Then, head to the store and shop as usual. There is nothing to scan at checkout. Instead, you scan your receipt after the purchase and you will earn the cash back within a few days.
Click HERE to download Ibotta.
3. Checkout 51
Another grocery store app to try is Checkout 51. It works works in the same fashion as Ibotta. Just select the offers you want to claim and shop as usual. Once you’ve made your purchase, you just scan your receipt and you’ll get the money back in your account.
Best of all, if you happen to find similar offers for the same products on Ibotta and Checkout51, you can claim both! That’s what we call a “double dip” of savings!
Click HERE to download Checkout 51.
4. Walmart Savings Catcher
With many stores eliminating price matching, the Walmart Savings Catcher app is gaining popularity. If a competitor offers a lower price on an item you’ve purchased, Walmart will refund the difference to your account! The payment is made via a Walmart gift card.
Click HERE to download the Walmart Savings Catcher app.
5. Grocery Pal
Another coupon app that helps simplify grocery shopping is Grocery Pal. You can create lists on this app, just as you do others. But, you this app also compares prices! You can review the weekly ads from your local stores.
One feature I love about this app is the ability to share a list! That way, if your partner or spouse is at the store, he or she can pull up the list and find what is needed – without needing to make a call home.
Download Grocery Pal.
6. Receipt Hog
Receipt Hog is another grocery shopping app that works in the same way as both Checkout 51 and Ibotta. You make your purchases and scan your receipt. You are rewarded points for your purchases. You can then cash in the points to get spins to earn rewards!
This works with many stores including, Walmart, Old Navy, Kroger, Safeway, The Home Depot….and more!
Click HERE to download Receipt Hog.
7. Coupon Sherpa
This one of my personal apps to save money!! The Coupon Sherpa app is a collection of all of the store and restaurant coupons available. However, instead of you having to use only a code, these are coupons you can redeem in the store! No worry about having to sign up for all of those newsletters or worry that you left the coupon at home.
When you are shopping, just open the app and find the store you are currently visiting. If there are coupons that can be used in the store, you’ll find them! Just open the coupon and show it at checkout and save instantly.
Click HERE to download the Coupon Sherpa app.
8. Shopkick
The Shopkick app works with you when you shop. As you get near a store, you earn Kickbucks – just for walking through the door! You can find coupons that you can even redeem at those stores to save even more. So, not only do you get to save money when you shop you also get to earn free rewards!
Click HERE to download the Shopkick app.
9. Target Cartwheel
Another of my favorite apps to save money is Target Cartwheel!! When you are shopping at Target, use the Target store app to find Cartwheel offers that save you money!
Simply scan the barcode of each product in your cart. If there is an in-store discount available, they will let you know! Just add the savings offer to your account. When you get to checkout, the cashier scans the code and you save even more!
Best of all, you can use this app with both manufacturers and Target store coupons for even greater savings!
Learn more about How to Use Target Cartwheel to save money.
10. Grocery IQ
This is grocery app not only saves you money, but it is also a grocery list app as well! You can add frequently purchased items to the app. Then, when it is time to make your weekly shopping list, you can review your favorites and click to add them instantly! As you shop, check the items off your grocery list, but they will be saved as a favorite to be added again and again.
Not only is this an app to make a list, but it is also a money saving app as well. You can find the coupons you need right on the app so you can print them at home and take them with you to save even more.
Create different lists for different stores, saving you time and money when you shop.
Learn more about Grocery IQ.
Joanne Mahoney says
I didn’t know that there were so many app’s out there that could save you money. I am definitely not a coupon person. Coupon Sherpa and Shop Kick do appeal to me. I will try them out.
Tracie says
It is crazy how many of them there are. I hope you love Coupon Sherpa as much as I do. I it is probably the one app I use most frequently. Can’t wait to hear what you think of them!
Jean says
Thanks Tracie!
Sharing this with our church budgeting class.