Make Money by Scanning Receipts with these 13 apps!

Between groceries, clothes, and extra trinkets (that I just have to have), my purse is full of receipts. I bet you have handfuls of them lying around, too. I’m always looking for new ideas to make money and the number of ways to cash in by scanning your receipts is unbelievable. 

If you’re looking for an easy way to earn money through one of many side hustles and get free stuff like these birthday freebies, have you thought about turning your receipts into cash? 

Earning cash back using these programs is simple:

• Activate the offers before you checkout
• Buy the food you love
• Scan the grocery receipts
• Collect your reward

Often times you don’t even have to activate offers, they just ask you to scan your receipt and pay you. It’s really that simple and takes only a couple of minutes to do.

Make Money by Scanning Receipts:

Here are my top picks for the best apps that can turn your receipts into cash.

1.) CoinOut

Earn real cash for your receipts from CoinOut. Featured on Shark Tank in 2018, this app tracks your purchases whether you shop in-store or online. Your rewards can be sent to PayPal, Amazon, or your bank.

2.) Fetch Rewards 

With Fetch Rewards, making money is as easy as scanning your receipts, racking up points, and redeeming them for rewards. Your points are good for gift cards from Ulta Beauty, Fitbit, Best Buy, Old Navy, and hundreds of others.

Sign up for Fetch Rewards in the iOS App store here or you can sign up for Android here.

3.) Ibotta

One of the most recognized apps for earning cash back is Ibotta. Before you go to the store, browse the app to add offers to your account. After you shop, scan your receipt and Ibotta will transfer the money to your account. You can also link a store loyalty card to automate the process.

4.) Shopkick

Use my referral code DEAL291223 and get 500 free points!  Shopkick adds a new spin to making money because you don’t have to make a purchase to earn points. Walk into a store and scan product barcodes to earn rewards without needing to buy them.

5.) Coupons.com

Don’t let the name fool you – there are no clipping coupons with Coupons.com. The app lets you take a picture of your receipt to cash in on the money-saving offers. The cashback is sent to your PayPal account.

6.) DOSH

Dosh gets you automatic cash back at thousands of places when you shop, dine, or book hotels. No coupons or receipt scanning.

7.) Cellfire

Cellfire is a little different because you don’t technically scan your receipt. The app loads digital coupons to your store loyalty card. When you check out at the store, the cashier scans the barcode on the app for instant savings.

8.) Mobee

Mobee puts a unique twist on making money by shopping. When you’re in the store, you answer questions and rate your shopping experience. You earn points for each mission you complete and can trade your points for gift cards to Amazon, Starbucks, Target, and more.

9.) Checkout 51

Browse a list of offers to redeem on your smartphone and make money by snapping a photo of your receipt with the Checkout 51 app. For every qualifying purchase, you’ll earn cashback. New deals are added every Thursday, so check back often.

10.) TopCashback

This site claims to give the highest cashback guaranteed when you shop online through their shopping portal. After your purchase is complete, TopCashback tracks your purchase and can credit your account within 24 hours.

11.) Receipt Jar

This feels a lot like Receipt Hog, but with Shake Jars instead of Hog Slots. In addition to scanning in receipts, you can connect a few of your online accounts to the app to earn credit for digital receipts as well. You’ll also earn 200 points for the first receipt you scan!

12.) Paribus

You shouldn’t have to sacrifice your earnings just because you shop online. Paribus connects to your email and monitors your inbox to check receipts for price changes. That way, if the price drops on something you just bought, Paribus can help you get your money back.

13.) Receipt Hog

No matter where you shop, Receipt Hog can turn your receipts into cash. The website claims you can earn rewards from all shopping and dining receipts. The app pays with Amazon gift cards or sends the cash to PayPal.

16.)National Consumer Panel

Sign up for the National Consumer Panel to earn points for buying products you use every day. The app makes scanning items a breeze and you earn gift cards and merchandise for taking part in the program.

17.) ReceiptPal

Turn everyday shopping into cash when you scan receipts with ReceiptPal. The app also lets you connect your email and Amazon account to earn additional points on things you buy. Your rewards are good for gift cards and cash prizes.

Making money by scanning receipts is a fun way to put money in your pocket. Just don’t fall into the trap of shopping for items you don’t usually buy to earn cash back. After all, a bargain isn’t a bargain unless it’s something you actually need.

Did I miss any apps that may help?