Best apps to save money and earn cash - from loyalty schemes to budgeting
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Apps are everywhere – and they can be incredibly useful for the savvy money savers out there. From discount cards to cashback sites to library apps, here are some of MoneyMagpie’s favourite ways to save money on everyday things using apps and technology.
Loads of retailers now have loyalty schemes – make the most of them! Supermarkets in particular have leaned into ‘member pricing’, so shoppers who don’t have their free loyalty card will pay more for every shop. Cafes and restaurants also have loyalty schemes that earn free menu items or money off for regular customers – ideal if you’re a regular coffee drinker or like to enjoy lunches out! Whether a loyalty card earns you points to spend, real cash, or freebie items, these apps are easy to use several times a week and could save you hundreds of pounds across the year.
Readly is a magazine app that has literally hundreds of titles available – including their back issues. From niche hobby magazines to daily newspapers, there is something for everyone. It usually costs £12.99 a month – but if you usually buy two or more magazines or newspapers a month, it will save you cash across the year.
You can also take advantage of a free trial – the standard is 30 days, but you right now you can get a two-month free trial. Keep an eye out for deals, too: you can often nab an extra free month or get a discount if you buy a gift subscription for yourself.
If Readly isn’t quite up your street – or you’re more of a book person – sign up to your local library. There are so many free things libraries offer these days too, not just book lending. One of them is the Libby app (or your library’s own equivalent). This lets you borrow eBooks and audiobooks for free. Perfect for avid readers, using your library continues to support authors without you paying a penny because they receive a royalty payment whenever you borrow a print book, eBook, or audiobook – guilt-free moneysaving.
