Get in the know about great sales that you might have missed, as well as redeem coupon or promo codes to make your dollars go that bit further!
If the title of Southeast Asia’s #1 online shoppers is anything to go by, online shopping is something us Singaporeans hold close to our hearts. With online shopping, escaping the chaotic crowds is one thing, but there’s also the unique satisfaction that comes with snagging a great discount. And if you don’t obsessively stalk deal portals already, there’s no better time than the present to start.
These sites can get you in the know about great sales that you might have missed, as well as redeem coupon or promo codes to make your dollars go that bit further. Here are some sites to help you be the savvy Singaporean – and justify the hole in your wallet.
Eatigo
Eating is one of our favourite pastimes, and because we are Singaporeans, we’re up for any 1-1 deals or 20% off the total bill when we pay by credit card. Move aside Groupon, Eatigo is the top app for any foodie, and here’s why:
Not only does it give you instant discounts of up to 50% at various restaurants, but you can also reserve your table through them. For those who don’t own a credit card, there’s no need for one with Eatigo. You’ll only be paying the restaurant for the meal which makes this the perfect ‘no-strings attached’ deal for millennials.
So if you’re looking for a place to celebrate SG52 with your family and friends, or simply want to treat yourself to a fancy meal, embrace your Singaporean kiasu-ness with Eatigo’s list of restaurants. There are the usual suspects like PastaMania, Manhattan Fish Market to hotel buffets and the slightly more atas restaurants.
Picodi
Digging through countless of sales online can still be a pain, as the Singaporean uncles/aunties in us won’t settle for discounts that aren’t the very best. And with all the different deal portals available, it’s hard to keep tabs on each and everyone. Which is why one-stop sites like Picodi are especially useful when you’re on the lookout for any lobangs to save you that little bit of cash.
Picodi is basically a global discount site aggregating Grab and Uber promotions and e-commerce sites like Lazada, Zalora and Shopee. What’s more is that they also have exclusive deals for their users that are not available anywhere else on the internet!
And for those of you who have been putting off the Great Singapore Sale (GSS) due to the excessive shoving and long fitting room queues, Picodi has a special tab featuring all the best GSS deals under one roof for Singaporeans. It’s somewhat similar to the GoSpree app launched in lieu of GSS, but much more user-friendly since it doesn’t require the need of a Union Pay card which is perhaps the most glaring thing about the app.
Moneydigest.sg
This one is almost a staple to us Singaporeans since it is after all where we get notified of 1-1 Starbucks deals. From dining and shopping lobangs to travel and lifestyle, Moneydigest is perhaps the website you visit for deals and useful financial planning tips.
For those of you on the lookout for random deals, their Facebook page is your best bet.
Skyscanner
If you’re already planning to escape our crazy weather come December, now is the perfect time to start booking your flights or chances are that ‘clearing leave’ will mean stuck at home and binge-watching on Netflix.
Thankfully, booking a ticket out of Singapore is much easier now as compared to 10 years ago, with travel search engines like Skyscanner. Not only does it allows us to quickly compare prices between airlines and online travel agents for the cheapest flight tickets, but you can also conveniently book hotels and transport using the same portal.
For those of us who can’t be bothered to scour the web, Skyscanner is perfect for ticking off the hotel, flight, and transport check boxes and getting the best deals.
Entertainer App
Saving money doesn’t have to involve missing out on the fun things in life. The Entertainer Singapore is a virtual coupon book that gives you access to a wide array of dining, leisure, lifestyle, beauty and fitness deals. It’s a must-have app for any mobile addict especially since it’s filled with over two thousand buy-one-get-one-free deals making it easy for you to score killer savings while having a blast with a friend or even that special someone in your life.
It’s a hefty sum to pay ($125 for an app), but trust us, it has actually proven to have a good ROI. If you visit more than two nice restaurants throughout the entire year, this app will pay for itself. It’s basically a nifty app for you to go dizzy with discounts at some of the coolest restaurants in town, spas, and outdoor activities.
Telegram Group: @sgcabpromos
We all know the struggle of relying on Grab and Uber for when we are too lazy to catch the last bus or train home. The next time you miss the bus, skip the frenzied scrolling through your email for that elusive promo code.
Joining this Telegram chat will not only give you instant access to promo codes but also last-minute promo codes that actually works like a charm. The limited redemption is the only thing to note, so turn on your notifications – and your kiasumode – because it’s first come, first served.
Deja App
It comes as a surprise that many of us are still oblivious to the notion of free cashbacks in our daily transactions – a real shame to our national aunty-spirit. For all you amateur spenders out there, this app essentially entails free money credited back to your bank accounts after a major shopping spree.
Deja is essentially a cashback money saving app, specifically targeting those who like to shop. When you shop, you’ll get 5% cashback on Deja for purchases from participating outlets and stores such as H&M, Topshop, Zara, Uniqlo, F21 and the likes.
The app is actually very simple and straightforward – you only need to purchase from the participating stores, take a picture of their receipt and upload it via the app. Once the receipt is verified, the 5% cashback is yours. Shopping without breaking the bank has never been easier.
11th Hour
11th Hour, as it is aptly branded, is a mobile app for last-minute food deals in which merchants can easily create last-minute deals whenever they have excess capacity. The platform alerts users and lets them respond to these last-minute deals.
It’s a win-win situation since merchants who often have leftovers or even lull periods can easily take out their mobile phone and create a last-minute deal by filling up a template and the customers can then see all the nearby last-minute deals with the app.
The app even has hipster cafes, fast-food establishments to wine specialists onboard. And it’s amazingly fuss-free, simply flash the deal from your phone at the eatery – there’s no need for buying coupons or additional downloads – to enjoy these deals.
With the abundance of cashback and deal-hunting sites in Singapore, you can forget about waiting in line – it’s 2017, and wide-eyed couch potatoes can also rule the sales and get the best goods at the lowest price online.