A recent survey by Pricegrabber reveals that 82% of online shoppers plan to use shopping apps for their holiday gift purchases this year. With so many apps out there, it can be hard to know which ones really help you save money and which ones just take up space on your phone. To help simplify your holiday shopping, here are some top mobile apps that make the process easy and can save you cash.
**Coupon Sherpa App – Available for Apple and Android**
Coupon Sherpa stands out as one of the first mobile coupon apps and continues to be a go-to for many. It offers a wide array of digital coupons from popular stores like Macy’s and Kohl’s. It’s often highlighted by iTunes staff and consistently ranks high on retail app lists. Using it during the holiday season is especially handy because you don’t need to clip physical coupons—just show the coupon on your phone to the cashier for scanning.
**Decide App – Exclusive to Apple’s iPhone and iPad**
We’ve all been there: buying something we think is a great deal, only to see it cheaper later. The Decide app for iPhone and iPad helps you avoid this by telling you the best time to buy various items, from cameras to power tools.
**Lookout Mobile Security App – Exclusive to Android**
With all the personal data we store on our phones and the rise of mobile shopping, mobile security is more important than ever. The Lookout Mobile Security app, which has been named PC Magazine’s Editor’s Choice for Android, offers strong free security features, with a premium version available for $2.99 per month.
**OneReceipt App – Available for Apple**
The holiday season often means accumulating a mountain of receipts. The OneReceipt app helps keep track of all your purchases by storing digital versions of your receipts. You can even take photos of physical receipts, making it easier to manage the paper clutter.
**Slice App – Available for Apple and Android**
Designed for the avid online shopper, the Slice app brings all your e-commerce transactions into one place. It’s free for both Apple and Android devices and sends you alerts about price drops on items you’ve been eyeing.
By using these apps, you can make your holiday shopping more organized, secure, and budget-friendly.