4 apps for finding voucher codes and cashback

Love a deal? These websites and apps are perfect for hunting down the best offers around.

Let’s face it – we all love to bag a bargain. Sometimes you stumble upon a great deal, and sometimes you have to search it out. But nowadays there are loads of services available to help you get the most out of your money or get a little back when you’ve done a big shop. So, we’ve rounded up our favourites and put them into two categories – cashback (spend money, get a bit back) and discounts (get a bit off before you spend). Let’s get into it…

Best apps for cashback

Cashback is pretty appealing – sometimes you get a few pence back on a shop, and sometimes you get a whole load off a big purchase. We’ve all seen cashback offers around, but with these dedicated apps it’s easier than ever to hunt down these great deals.

TopCashback offers cashback from thousands of UK brands. Membership is free (but you can upgrade to a paid option), and you can choose how you get your cashback – straight to your account, via PayPal, or with gift cards to your favourite shops. To get cashback, you have to click through from the app or site, so they can get the commission and pass it on to you.

Quidco is very similar, offering thousands of UK brands and almost identical claims on how much their members get in cashback a year (around £300). All you have to do is download the app or visit the site, find a deal you like, then select ‘Get cashback’ and make your purchase. Once again, Quidco also has different ways of getting your money – bank transfer, PayPal or gift cards.

Best apps for vouchers and discounts

Prefer to get a discount up front? Let us introduce you to the best websites and apps for vouchers so you know you’re paying the best possible price when you go shopping.

 HotUKDeals claims to be the UK’s number 1 deals community, and it’s easy to see why. They have a huge range of constantly evolving deals – some submitted by big brands, but mostly found by the community. HotUKDeals is known for being the place to find out about sudden drops in prices, as well as errors that let people get an unexpectedly good deal. Each deal has instructions on how to redeem – sometimes it’s specific to a store, sometimes it’s an easy link to buy. And because there’s clear information on how ‘hot’ the deal is, as well as minute by minute updates, you’re sure to find the latest and greatest offers.

 VoucherCodes lets you save from big brands, as well as theatres and restaurants - perfect for treating yourself without going overboard on the budget. You’ll be able to check discounts and deals on your phone and get vouchers easily. To use a voucher, just find the right deal and you can use the code to claim money off at the till (or give to the restaurant). There are also special discounts for students and NHS staff.

Have you got any more suggestions about where to find great offers online? Tell us in the comments.