10 Apps That’ll Save You Serious Money in Canada
From groceries to gas to guilt-free cashback here are the apps every Canadian should have on their phone.
📱 1. Flipp – For Flyers, Price Matching & Deals
Why it saves you money:
Find the best sales in your area from major stores like No Frills, Superstore, Shoppers, and Walmart all in one app.
Perfect for price matching and weekly meal planning.
Where it shines:
Groceries, household items, back-to-school shopping
Cost: Free
📱 2. Rakuten Canada – For Cashback on Online Shopping
Why it saves you money:
Get up to 10% cashback from stores like Amazon, Old Navy, Indigo, Canadian Tire, and more.
Bonus:
They give you $30 just for signing up and making your first purchase.
Best for:
Online shoppers who don’t want to coupon
Cost: Free
👉 Get Rakuten.ca here
📱 3. Checkout 51 – For Grocery Cashback
Why it saves you money:
Get money back by uploading your grocery receipts. New deals drop every Thursday — includes fresh produce, dairy, snacks, and even gas!
Cool feature:
Canadian brands like PC, No Name, and Compliments often included
Cost: Free
📱 4. Caddle – For Paid Surveys + Receipt Scans
Why it saves you money:
Earn cashback for scanning receipts and answering quick polls. Often includes bonus offers for trying new Canadian products.
Best for:
People who love micro tasks that actually pay
Cost: Free
Pro Tip: Combine with Checkout 51 for double cash back on some items
📱 5. Reebee – Flyers, Deals & Shopping Lists
Why it saves you money:
Like Flipp, but sometimes has different flyers. You can build your list and compare prices store-by-store.
Best for:
Organized grocery shoppers and deal hunters
Cost: Free
📱 6. GasBuddy – For Cheap Fuel Near You
Why it saves you money:
Find the cheapest gas nearby — essential when fuel prices spike. App updates in real-time based on community reports.
Bonus:
You can also earn points toward gas cards
Cost: Free
📱 7. Drop – Cashback for Everyday Purchases
Why it saves you money:
Link your debit or credit card and get points automatically when you shop at stores like Tim Hortons, Shoppers, Uber, and Loblaws.
Convert points into gift cards for Amazon, Starbucks, and more.
Cost: Free
Watch for: Occasional bonus points for in-app offers
📱 8. Too Good To Go – For Cheap Restaurant Food & Groceries
Why it saves you money:
Buy surprise bags of leftover food from local restaurants, bakeries, and grocers — at up to 70% off.
Best for:
Big city dwellers (Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, etc.)
Eco-friendly eaters
Cost: Free
Note: Limited availability in some areas — but growing!
📱 9. PC Optimum – For Serious Grocery & Gas Points
Why it saves you money:
Load weekly offers and earn points at Shoppers, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Esso, and more.
Stack with:
PC Financial Mastercard = even more points
Best for:
Families, PC brand loyalists, and anyone who buys diapers
Cost: Free
📱 10. Revolut – For Budgeting + No-Fee Currency Exchange
Why it saves you money:
Track spending, budget your money, and get fair exchange rates if you shop in USD or travel.
Bonus:
No hidden fees, and their app helps you spot overspending fast.
Best for:
Budgeters, travelers, and online shoppers buying in USD
Cost: Free tier available
🧠 Bonus Tip: Stack These Apps
- Use Flipp + Checkout 51 + Caddle for grocery savings every week
- Use Drop + Rakuten + PC Optimum for cashback stacking
- Use Too Good To Go for spontaneous cheap eats
A few taps can add up to $50–$200/month in real savings, depending on your spending habits.