What it does
ShopSavvy offers product search by name, barcode or photo, with price history and watched-product alerts. Its consumer tools include mobile apps, browser extensions and desktop software.
ShopSavvy is designed for the moment you have a product in front of you and want a broader comparison. A barcode scan or product search can lead to retailer prices, while the history view helps examine an advertised sale in context.
Watching a product serves a different need: set a target and receive an alert when a later check finds a qualifying change. The service also describes back-in-stock alerts. Choose the mobile app for scanning or an extension for comparison while browsing a store. The newer desktop product includes purchasing automation, so understand that separate function before enabling it.
The consumer apps are free with ads, and ShopSavvy Pro removes the ads. The homepage says no account is required. Its mobile apps cover iPhone, iPad and Android; browser extensions cover Chrome, Edge and Safari. Desktop support is listed for Mac, Windows and Linux, with automated buying described as a separate desktop function.
Strengths
- Barcode, name and photo search support different shopping situations
- Price history and alerts support purchases that can wait
Best for
- Comparing a product while browsing or shopping
Sources
- ShopSavvy: Free Price Comparison App, Lowest Price First (Oct 26, 2026)