If you have a smartphone or a tablet device then you will have probably investigated the app marketplace that it offers, perhaps installing one or two games and a photo-editing program.
However, there are plenty of apps available that are explicitly designed to help you save money on a daily basis.
Here are just a few money-saving app options available for iPhone users to download and start using today.
MyGas
There are many apps which used location-based data to help you find the best price in your local area.
For people who regularly have to put petrol into their vehicle and want to avoid the most expensive service stations, the MyGas app is the best software to choose.
It will pull up a map that indicates where you are and where you can buy petrol nearby, as well as telling you how much it will cost for unleaded and diesel at each outlet.
This means you can reduce the expense of motoring and also locate stations in areas with which you may not be familiar thanks to your iPhone’s GPS.
Skype
Making calls from a mobile phone can be expensive, particularly if you have a pay-monthly contract with limited inclusive minutes.
However, by installing the Skype app you can make calls to other VoIP users without having to pay a penny for the privilege.
If you connect your phone via a Wi-Fi hotspot at home or while out and about, you will not be charged for data usage when calling with Skype.
Kayak
This popular travel app is designed to help you get more value for money when you are booking a trip at home or abroad.
You can book both hotel rooms and flights using the app and because it offers last-minute prices you will be able to make big savings on standard rates.
The app also includes detailed information about various travel interchanges and airports so that you can work out what facilities are on offer before you travel.
The other benefits include a currency converter and even a handy list that you can use to organise your pre-trip packing.
Groupon
You may well be aware of the Groupon phenomenon, which is essentially a service which lets you harness the power of group buying by getting together with other online customers and driving down prices.
The Groupon app will allow you to stay up to date with the latest offers, both in your local area and nationally.
You can save large amounts of money using the offers and also discover some local businesses which you may not previously have been aware of.
There are plenty of other money-saving apps to make use of if you are an iPhone user, many of which are actually free to download and use.
You can experiment with the apps mentioned above or search for others to help you with money management.
[email protected] says
October 11, 2012 at 7:02 pmI have never tried any of these! Thanks for the info. I have thought about a few Groupons but something stopped my from pulling the trigger!
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savvyscot says
October 12, 2012 at 12:19 pmWowsa! Have you seriously never done a Groupon?!? So long as you watch the small print, they are often a great deal!
DC @ Young Adult Money says
October 11, 2012 at 10:33 pmHmm I’m a bit surprised that I haven’t tried any of these apps. My wife catches the Groupons in her email so I don’t really need that, but one app you listed that I would consider is MyGas. I haven’t ever really tried to save money on gas but perhaps I should.
savvyscot says
October 12, 2012 at 12:19 pmMyGas is a great one… It makes a big difference saving a couple of pence / cense a litre. 🙂
Jon @ PayMyStudentLoans.com says
October 12, 2012 at 12:53 amMyGas is great and skype when you have WiFi is a big saver.
Not really a “money saving” app but Mint is pretty great at letting you know if you are in danger of overdraft and the subsequent $40 charge!
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Donna Spears says
October 12, 2012 at 2:47 amKayak seems a really interesting application to use.
I actually don’t have it in my phone.
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savvyscot says
October 12, 2012 at 12:22 pmYes! It has some great additional currency / informational features. Well worth checking out. There is a ‘Lite’ version in additon to the Pro!
Harry @ PF Pro says
October 12, 2012 at 6:08 amI use a similar app called gas buddy. It is actually really helpful b/c I can check and see which gas station on my way home has the cheapest gas. i won’t go too far out of my way b/c that defeats the purpose but if it’s convenient and cheaper, I’ll go for it.
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savvyscot says
October 12, 2012 at 12:24 pmHey Harry! I have heard of Gas Buddy too! I always have a look before I leave work and work out if it justifies going a mile or two out my way or not. In general, I know the 3 stations that are on my way home and I will look for the cheapest of the 3. If they are all the same, I will go for the one with the best rewards program! 🙂
App Fan says
October 18, 2012 at 10:44 amSome nice suggestions, I’ll be giving MyGas a go!
Kyle @ Rather-Be-Shopping.com says
January 4, 2013 at 8:10 pmDon’t forget a solid in-store and online coupon app. I know a company that has a really good one. Yes, my company! http://www.rather-be-shopping.com/mobile_coupons
savvyscot says
January 9, 2013 at 9:28 pmNice little Advertisement there 😉 –
Gemma says
January 20, 2013 at 10:35 amTry the app Viber. Its free to download and you can send free text messages and make free calls to your phone contacts who also have the app. It has already saved me loads 🙂
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savvyscot says
January 20, 2013 at 9:19 pmViber is ace… I actually prefer Skype though as more people use it. Viber is definitely a good shout if you want to communicate between a group of people in different countries who all have it installed… nice addition cheers Gemma! 🙂