I’ve been shopping at Loblaw grocery stores for more than 10 years and recently discovered Flashfood. It has changed my grocery shopping routine as I now always use the app before heading to the store!
So what is Flashfood? Their website describes it perfectly:
“Get massive savings on fresh food items like meat and produce that are nearing their best before date at the grocery stores across Canada and the U.S.”
Download the app on your smart device, browse and purchase the items you want, go to the store and pick your items. Easy, fast and convenient.
Check the app for the locations in the US and Canada. In Canada, Flashfood is available at Loblaw grocery stores like No Frills and Real Canadian Superstores.
Keep on reading to see the perks, how to use the app and the tips/tricks that I have discovered to help save money on groceries.
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Why you should use Flashfood
Ultimately, this app saves money on groceries. We all know that food prices are rising and it gets harder to stay within a grocery budget with the current economy, inflation and growing families.
This app is a great way to save money on food items that are discounted up to 50%. A variety of food items are available including snacks, fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, bakery and dairy products.
In addition, by using this service, we are helping to reduce food waste.
In my experience, the items I purchased were still fresh. The produce was not bruised or rotting, although, it needs to be consumed within a week. Often the snacks still have weeks to months before they expired.
How to use the Flashfood App
Download the app on your phone. The app is available on App Store and Google Playstore
Review the loyalty cards that you can add. I use the PC Optimum program and added my reward numbers into the app. Set up your payment on the app.
The app will show the stores that have the Flashfood program. Take a look at the deals at the store you wish to shop at.
Click and pay for the items you want right away.
Pick up your food at the store within the indicated timeframe. The Flashfood items are usually located close to customer service. Alert the staff that you have some items to pick up and they will grab their scanner. They will ask for your first name.
Once confirmed you can pick up your items and go.
No physical receipt is provided as your items were already paid on the app.
Minda’s Tips
Incorporate Flashfood as part of your regular grocery shopping routine. When I’m putting together my grocery list, I use the app to see what I can buy. Best to check the app early in the day for a better selection of items.
Make sure the items are in your pick-up cart on the app once you have made the purchase. Sometimes, popular items are sold super fast and they may not make it into your cart if someone else had scooped up the deal before you got to it.
When I’m ready to pay for my other groceries at the store, I choose a till close to the guest services. This way I remember to pick up my Flashfood items at the end of my shopping trip. Sometimes, I have purchased fridge/freezer items and want to keep them cold as long as possible.
If you have forgotten to use the app before going to the store just browse through the app when you are at the store. If you have time, go to the Flashfood section and you can see what is available. You will have to check the app to see what can be purchased. You can buy the items and pick up the items right on the spot.
Your receipts are stored in the app if you need to reconcile purchases on your credit card statement.
My favorite purchases so far: $5 for a produce box that had a great selection of grapefruit, oranges, apples, peppers, and avocadoes. Great deal!
How to get $5 towards your first purchase
If you are excited to try out the Flashfood app, I would appreciate it if you use my referral code: MCHA2SYMN. If you use this code when you make your first purchase over $10, you will get $5 off your purchase and I will too! Thanks!
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If you have used Flashfood before, let us know what was your favorite purchase!
This sounds like a great app! I’m always on the lookout for these things that can help save money…and since groceries are a regular thing, these little savings add up! Thank you for sharing! I’ll check it out. 😀