ShopSavvy finds the lowest price. Rakuten earns cashback on purchases. They solve different problems — and often work well together.
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| Feature | ShopSavvy | Rakuten |
|---|---|---|
| Price comparison across retailers | ✓ | ✕ |
| Cashback rewards | ✕ | ✓ |
| Price history charts | ✓ | ✕ |
| Multi-retailer price history | ✓ | ✕ |
| Price drop alerts | ✓ | ✕ |
| Barcode scanning | ✓ | ✕ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Browser extension | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shopping assistant | ✓ | ✕ |
| Community deals | ✓ | Curated deals |
| Coupon codes | ✓ | ✓ |
| In-store offers | Via barcode scan | ✓ |
| Referral bonuses | ✕ | ✓ |
| Privacy-focused | ✓ | ✕ |
| Free to use | ✓ | ✓ |
ShopSavvy helps you find the lowest price before you buy. Getting 3% cashback through Rakuten doesn't matter if you're paying $50 more than you need to. ShopSavvy's price comparison, multi-retailer price history charts, alerts, barcode scanning, and shopping assistant give you comprehensive tools Rakuten doesn't offer.
Rakuten's cashback program is straightforward and genuinely saves money — typically 1-10% back on purchases at participating retailers. They also have in-store cashback offers and referral bonuses. If you've already found the best price and just want extra savings on top, Rakuten delivers.
Use ShopSavvy first to find the lowest price, then check if Rakuten offers cashback at that retailer. A $200 product at $150 through ShopSavvy plus 5% Rakuten cashback saves you more than the same product at $200 with 5% cashback. Best approach: use both.