{"id":4618,"date":"2025-01-06T18:00:18","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T19:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.amshieldins.com\/?p=4618"},"modified":"2025-04-13T19:05:59","modified_gmt":"2025-04-13T19:05:59","slug":"20-must-have-apps-for-scoring-cheap-or-free-fast-food-deals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.amshieldins.com\/index.php\/2025\/01\/06\/20-must-have-apps-for-scoring-cheap-or-free-fast-food-deals\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Must-Have Apps for Scoring Cheap or FREE Fast Food Deals"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our team loves these fast food apps that keep the coupons, discounts, and <\/em>freebies coming!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Like FREE food? Try our favorite fast food apps. \ud83d\udcf1<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Wondering if there are any free food apps or how to get free food with no money? Though we don\u2019t know of an app that gives you everything free of charge, we do know of some pretty great apps that often dish out freebies or deals. There are even apps that give you free food when you sign up!<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve been ordering fast food without using an app, you\u2019re missing out BIG TIME! When you use a restaurant\u2019s app, there are so many ways to score FREE fast food<\/strong> and the best coupons.<\/p>\n

With so many apps on the market, it can be hard to decide what deserves space on your smartphone. To save you the trouble, I polled the team to find out which fast food apps are worth your time. If you need a quick bite to eat on the cheap, browse our list to find out which food apps can score you a hot deal. \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n

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20 fast food apps we use to get FREE food and discounts:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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1. When it comes to free food apps, the McDonald\u2019s app<\/a> was a clear winner.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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The McDonald\u2019s app is a hit with the Hip2Save team and our readers. SO MANY PEOPLE told me why it\u2019s the absolute tops. I have to agree that using the app is the fastest way to find the best deals AND earn yourself free food. Just recently, our team spotted offers for $2 Big Macs & a FREE Medium Fry with any $3 purchase.<\/p>\n

If you download the app and join the MyMcDonalds Rewards Program<\/a>, you\u2019ll earn points with every order. For every $1 you spend, you\u2019ll snag 100 points which can be used to get FREE food! \ud83d\ude4c<\/p>\n

For example, if you spend $15, you can score a FREE McChicken, FREE Hash Browns, or a FREE Cheeseburger. The more points you rack up, the better the freebies! Hip2Save\u2019s Angela loves using the app and shared how to score a great deal for around $4. Check out her tips, along with insights from the rest of the team and our Hip2Save readers!<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe McDonald\u2019s app is a no-brainer! I get two hamburger patties with cheese and a coke zero and it\u2019s so much easier to order on the app vs trying to explain to them that I don\u2019t want anything but the meat. AND it\u2019s cheaper to order it that way vs ordering a hamburger and saying no bun or other stuff.\u00a0 I could cash in points and get a happy meal plus what is on the screen (shown above) for only $4.18 total .\u201d \u2013\u00a0<\/strong> <\/em>Angela, Hip2Save team<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201c100% best is Mcdonald\u2019s. Freeeeeee food!!! Do NOT eat anywhere without checking to see if they have an app!<\/em> \ud83d\ude02\u201d \u2013 Paige, Hip2Save team<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201cUse their apps. We get a $1 breakfast sandwich every day at McDonald\u2019s. I actually freeze them to eat at another time. McGriddles are so good!\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Shelly, Hip2Save reader
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2. Chick-fil-A One Members<\/a> can easily rack up points to score delicious freebies.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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The Chick-fil-A app is almost as popular as the McD\u2019s app. That\u2019s because Chick-fil-A One members receive 10 points for every $1 they spend and the amount of points you earn goes up with every membership tier.<\/p>\n

It only takes 200 points to snag FREE fast food<\/strong> on this app like hash browns, a small waffle fries, an Icedream cone, or a chocolate chunk cookie. The more points you accumulate, the better the reward! With 600 points you can even score favorites like a Chick-fil-A Nuggets.<\/p>\n

The app makes it super easy to customize your favorite menu items. Plus, members also receive a FREE birthday reward<\/strong> each year and are always the first to know about new menu items!<\/p>\n

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\u201cOn the CFA app they always add in freebies about once a month and you can build points to cash in for sides, drinks, treats or entrees.\u201d \u2013 Angela, Hip2Save team<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201cThe only fast food app I\u2019ve ever used was Chick-fil-A but I\u2019ve always felt it was really simple to use \u2013 in fact so simple even my kids are able to add their order while I\u2019m driving lol. I think everything is laid out really well and the additional options are really easy to add on such as gluten-free buns and adding sauces, etc. It has saved me many times during sports seasons when we\u2019re running late to a game and need food ASAP.\u201d <\/em>\u2013 Sara<\/strong>, Hip2Save team<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Download Wendy\u2019s app<\/a> for immediate access to free food and\/or discounts.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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If you want the best fast food app deals sent right to your phone, it\u2019s worth your time to download the Wendy\u2019s app and become a rewards member. Not only do you get 10 rewards points for every $1 spent, but you also get immediate access to several great offers like discount coupons or free items with a purchase.<\/p>\n

The app is a breeze to use. Simply browse the offers tab for the best current deals. When I checked my app, I could score a $1 Crispy Chicken with a qualifying purchase, $1 Bacon Cheeseburger with any qualifying purchase, $2 off a Salad or Salad Combo, a FREE Kids Meal with Premium Combo purchase, $2 off any Premium Combo, and more!!<\/p>\n

Switch over to the Rewards tab to see the FREE fast food you can get for your points. 200 points gets you items like a 4-Pc Chicken Nuggets, Small Fries, or Small Frosty. Meanwhile, just 300 points scores you a FREE Junior Bacon Cheeseburger, Small Chili, and more. Sign us up! \ud83e\udd64<\/p>\n

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\u201cI LOVE that\u00a0Wendy\u2019s app lets you stack deals + reward redemptions (McD\u2019s does not).\u201d <\/em>\u2013 Monica, Hip2save team
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\u201cDefinitely use the apps. Besides earning points to redeem food, they also always have deals (I\u2019ve used the $3 off mobile order coupon on Wendys a couple of times), give you free birthday deals, and, for me, I tend to be wiser about choosing when I have time to look at the app rather than quickly ordering stuff in the drive-thru. Plus, you can play around with ingredients and often add things to a basic menu item for less than what they charge for a similar item on the menu.\u201d <\/em>\u2013 Peggy, Hip2Save reader
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4. As far as free food apps go, Burger King\u2019s<\/a> is super user-friendly and has a ton of offers every day.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Royal Perks members<\/a> get 40% off an annual Walmart+ membership
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This app is my own personal recommendation for one of the top food apps with free food offers. It\u2019s been years since I\u2019ve eaten here, but I\u2019ve been testing out tons of apps over the past year to bring you all the best deals and I\u2019ve found that the Burger King app is one of the most user-friendly. It runs smoothly and is updated regularly. Plus, there are always a plethora of different offers that score you free food, a free upgrade to a larger size, a money-saving family bundle deal, or a big discount on your favorite sandwich.<\/p>\n

Royal Perks members score 10 points called \u201cCrowns\u201d for every $1 spent. After $25, you\u2019re eligible for FREE fast food like a small order of hash browns. The offers get better the more points you earn! Plus, members also can upgrade their fries, hash browns, or drinks to a larger size for no charge and get 2X the Crowns during their entire birthday month! \ud83e\udd73 Even with Burger King\u2019s higher prices, this app gets the crown from me. \ud83d\udc51<\/p>\n

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5. The Subway app<\/a> lets you cash in rewards for a $2 discount.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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For a limited time, score 20% off any 6\u2033 or Footlong Sub using code TWENTYOFF.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n

If you like to eat a footlong for lunch, give the Subway app a try. Hip2Save\u2019s Liz uses this app and hasn\u2019t paid full price for food since signing up! Right now, all new Subway MVP Rewards members get 250 points just for joining!<\/p>\n

When you\u2019re a member, you receive at least 10 points for every $1 spent and 5% more if you order through the app or online. When you hit 400 points, you can cash them in for a $2 discount on any menu item. All members receive special offers plus a birthday freebie, and if you spend $400 or more per year, you\u2019ll earn FREE chips with a purchase on Fridays!<\/p>\n

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\u201cI love the Subway app! It\u2019s super easy to use promo codes, customize your order, schedule the order, AND earn and apply rewards. If you\u2019ve earned one, they will have the option to apply it right there in the cart, no need to look around the app to see if you have one or not.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Jenna, Hip2Save team
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\u201cSubway is another one that is great! It\u2019s super easy to customize your order and add promo codes. You also earn points that can be redeemed for $2 off your purchase!\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Chelsey, Hip2Save team<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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6. The Starbucks app<\/a> can help you reduce your coffee expenses.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Like Starbucks<\/a>? Be a savvy shopper by downloading the app and signing up for Starbucks Rewards. It makes customizing your drinks (and ordering Starbucks hacks<\/a>) a breeze.<\/p>\n

A great reason to become a Starbucks rewards member is that you get free refills of drip coffee and tea in the store. You\u2019ll also get a FREE coffee or treat every year on your birthday. \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n

Plus, reward members collect points called \u201cStars\u201d with every purchase. You\u2019ll get 2 stars for every $1 spent when you add funds in the app. If you\u2019re paying in-store by cash or credit card, you can still earn 1 star per $1 spent by scanning your app at checkout.<\/p>\n

Once you rack up enough points, it\u2019s time to cash them in for free food and drinks!<\/p>\n

Just check out the goodies you can earn:<\/strong><\/h3>\n