Five free money-saving apps to help you go a long way

Everyone loves a bargain, especially in today’s economic climate. The more money saved the better, right? Fortunately, with the help of modern technology we get to avail of a wide range of brilliant bargains. Our savvy little smartphones are providing us with amazing apps for hunting down the best deals around. The Upcoming reveals five free-to-download money-saving apps to help you enjoy your travels in and around London.

 

MyVoucherCodes

This clever app sends you the best deals for eating out, shopping, travel, entertainment and much more. No need to print anything – just flash the on-screen voucher in store to make a saving.

Available on iPhone and android

 

YPlan

This is the perfect app for all you spontaneous Londoners pining for a great and affordable night out. YPlan provides a list of entertainment events taking place, sparking some inspiration for getting out of the house. In two easy taps you have your tickets whilst benefiting from the discounted prices. What’s more there’s no booking fee and no need to print; just use your phone and go!

Available on iPhone

 

Yellow Line Parking

Driving around London trying to find parking at a reasonable price is never fun. So, it’s no surprise this little app is a popular find. Yellow Line Parking helps divert this hassle by allowing drivers to see every zone in London and potentially discover free zones. If free parking isn’t available, the Yellow Line provides a number of options such as Pay & Display costs with a direct pay-by-phone button. It has many other features such as Petrol Station locations, Disabled Bays locations and an alert, which reminds you to pick up your car.

Available on iPhone

 

 0870

There always comes a time when you have to call a number beginning with the dreaded 0870, 0845 or 0800. You know you may be placed on hold and your next phone bill is going to be frightful. With 0870 app you can convert those expensive calls into 01 or 02 calls, ultimately reducing your bill or reducing the amount of credit eaten from your account.

Available on iPhone and android

 

ATM Hunter

An app that does exactly what it says – hunt for ATMs. “How does this save me money?” you ask.  Surely you have been in the situation where you can’t seem to find an ATM. You spot that the shop on the corner has one and scamper over only to find there is a £1.60 withdrawal charge! It is very frustrating but you need cash, so you pay. With ATM Hunter you can adjust the settings to direct you to the nearest free withdrawal cash point. You never know, there could be one just around that corner!

Available on iPhone and android

Michelle McGill