Do you love earning cashback? Need a hassle-free way to save money on groceries? Then you have to try Checkout51, one of the best rebate apps out there. 

Save money on everyday groceries just by snapping a picture of your receipt and uploading it to the app. It couldn’t be simpler to earn actual cashback while shopping.

Quick Facts

  • Checkout 51 was launched in Canada in 2012.
  • The company was known as Canada’s top grocery savings app in 2013.
  • They launched the app in the U.S. in 2014. 
  • Checkout 51’s annual revenue was $15 million in 2021.
  • Members of Checkout 51 have saved over $30 million.
  • 80% of receipts on Checkout 51 are processed within an hour. 
  • Every Thursday, Checkout 51 sends its members a new list of 20-40 offers.
  • You can earn cashback for referring friends and family.
  • Easily redeem your cashback when your account hits $20

1. Forget the Checkout Lines

Checkout 51 saves you time at the checkout line by eliminating paper coupons and the need to scan barcodes or fill out rebate forms. It offers digital rebates so you save money after you shop. 

Simply select the deals you want – this can be done after you shop – and snap a picture of your receipt on the app showing your purchases. That’s all you have to do to earn cashback!

Cashback offers pay varying amounts, but it’s common to find offers that pay between $0.50 to $5 just for buying a specific product! Tom Blake

2. Multiply Your Savings

If you’re using one rebate app why not use another to save even more? A lot of times these apps have overlapping offers so you can stack multiple discounts. Simply upload your receipt onto each app that has the rebate offer and get cashback. You can potentially get the item for free and maybe even make money!

For instance, if you get $1 cashback for Life cereal on each rebate app, you may get more cashback than you spent on the cereal. 

Our favorite rebate apps, besides Checkout51 of course, are Ibotta, Snap, and Fetch Rewards. 

To learn even more about the pros and cons of each read ….

3. Stack Coupons and Rebates 

Did you know that with Checkout 51 you can stack savings by combining paper coupons and rebates? It’s true! If you have a paper coupon for a specific product, see if Checkout 51 offers a rebate for the same thing. 

By stacking these offers, you can score items for free or even make a profit from your purchase. Your rebate will be on the original price of the item, not the coupon! So stack away and save.

But before you do, check the details of your offers. Some brands like Crest, Venus, or Country Crock cannot be combined with coupons.

4. Your Weekend Shopping Companion

Checkout 51 releases new offers every Thursday at 12:00 AM (for each time zone), expiring the following Wednesday. 

To make the most of your weekend shopping, be sure to check the app on Thursday morning. Load up your rebate offers beforehand, ensuring you have access to all the incredible savings available. Some deals are in limited supply and won’t last all week. So be sure to take advantage of enticing offers and upload your receipts right away. 

Upload your receipts immediately after shopping to ensure you get your claimed offer; this way, you’ll avoid disappointment if your offer expires. Zach

5. Maximize Your Savings

Take advantage of Checkout 51’s per-device offers to maximize your savings. While you can only use each receipt once, you can upload the receipt to multiple devices, and some offers you can claim multiple times. Let’s say there’s a great deal on flower pots, and you want to stock up. Make two separate transactions at the checkout counter, resulting in two separate receipts. Now you have two receipts to scan to get the rebate twice.

But wait, it gets even better. Take those receipts home and have your family members scan them on their devices. Voila! You’ve just earned yourself multiple rebates.

6. Get Apples & More for FREE

Unlock incredible savings with Checkout 51’s weekly “Choose Your Own” offer. You can enjoy discounts ranging from 25 to 50 cents off on a variety of produce items, bread, milk, and more – no matter the brand or price. 

Take advantage of this opportunity to snag free items or heavily discounted staples. There’s no need to select the item you want the discount to apply for before shopping, but you do need to do so before uploading your receipt.

7. Earn Cashback online and at warehouse clubs

Everyone shops online these days. It’s convenient but means you might not get the same rebates. Not with Checkout51! Checkout51 makes it easy, all you have to do is upload your receipt or packing slip to the app and get your cashback. Amazon grocery purchases, Instacart, Sam’s Club, wherever you shop Checkout51 has you covered.

8. Get cashback for gas purchases

Checkout51 lets you get cashback at over 5,000 participating gas stations. Anyone who drives knows that this is a big deal! 

Find participating gas stations on Checkout51’s map – including Shell, Chevronm, BP, Exxon, Mobile, and more – so you never have to guess. The map also shows you their prices so you can get the best deal.

It is slightly more complicated than adding grocery receipts:

  1. Add the offer either online or in the app
  2. Purchase gas, up to 50 gallons, within four hours of adding the offer.
  3. Pay with a debit or credit card that does not offer cashback rewards.
  4. Upload your receipt within 24 hours.

Users can earn up to 25cents per gallon!

You cannot combine the gas cashback deal with any other discount or reward. It’s too bad, but at least you still get to save on gas!

9. Link your loyalty cards

Checkout51 lets you link your loyalty cards to qualified merchants. When you do this you no longer have to scan your receipts! The rewards will be applied automatically. Imagine that! Earning cashback doesn’t get any easier.

Just remember to preselect your deals and scan your loyalty card at checkout!

10. Not Just for Users in the U.S.

Whether you’re in Canada or reside in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or overseas US Military Bases, Checkout 51 welcomes you with open arms. 

This inclusive rebate app is accessible in many regions, making it beneficial for millions of users. If you live in these locations, you can enjoy the convenience and savings offered by Checkout 51. 

11. Got Food Stamps? No Problem!

Get cashback when you purchase food with food stamps. Checkout 51 makes sure everyone can benefit from their app, including those using food stamps. It doesn’t matter how you pay for your food. All that matters is that you upload your receipt.

12. No Smartphone Needed

Don’t worry if you don’t have a smartphone because Checkout 51 has you covered. You can enjoy all the benefits of the app right from your computer. 

It’s a simple process: just access the website, upload a photo of your receipt, and you’re good to go. No complicated steps or smartphone is required. Checkout 51 makes it easy to save money digitally, regardless of the device you use.

The Bottom Line

With Checkout 51, saving money on groceries has never been easier. 

Whether you’re in Canada or the U.S., have a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, Checkout 51 welcomes everyone with open arms. Start using Checkout 51 today and unlock a world of incredible savings on your everyday purchases.

About the author

Rachel Alulis

Rachel Alulis has been the lead editor for Moneyfor’s credit cards team since 2015 and for the financial rewards team since 2023. Before joining Moneyfor, Rachel worked at USA Today and the Des Moines Register. She then established a successful freelance writing and editing business specializing in personal finance. Rachel holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and an MBA.