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Fetch alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll cashback and coupon apps

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Fetch: US only, and points per receipt are small; most rewards need 3,000 points. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Fetch, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Rakuten currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Rakuten logoRakutenFree—NoWeb, iOS, Android +15 of 564.8
2Honey logoHoneyFree—NoBrowser extension, iOS, Android5 of 561.8
3Upside logoUpsideFree—NoiOS, Android4 of 442.3
4Freecash logoFreecashFree—NoWeb, iOS, Android5 of 540.9
  1. Rakuten logo

    1. RakutenTop pick

    Best for: US online shoppers who want cash back on everyday purchases with minimal effort

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Fetch

    Stronger for online shopping, with percentage cash back at thousands of stores.

    Pros

    • Free to join, with cash back at thousands of stores
    • Extension can also apply coupon codes at checkout
    • In-store and restaurant cash back through a linked card
    • Cash back stacks with sales and card rewards

    Cons

    • Cash back is paid out periodically, not instantly
    • Purchases sometimes fail to track and need a claim
    • Mainly useful for US shoppers
    Visit Rakuten Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Rakuten a good Fetch alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Partner brands
    3,500+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026rakuten.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cost
    Free; brands pay Rakuten
    Checked Nov 8, 2026rakuten.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Dining cash back
    5% at 22,000+ restaurants
    Checked Nov 8, 2026rakuten.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mobile apps
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026rakuten.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Legal name
    Ebates Performance Marketing Inc.
    Checked Nov 8, 2026rakuten.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Honey logo

    2. Honey

    Best for: Online shoppers who want coupon codes tried automatically without hunting for them

    FreeBrowser extension, iOS, Android

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Fetch

    Finds coupon codes at online checkout automatically, with no receipts to scan.

    Pros

    • Tests coupon codes at checkout automatically
    • Droplist alerts you to price drops on saved items
    • Works in all major desktop browsers
    • Free to use

    Cons

    • Rewards are only offered at some stores
    • No extension for Android browsers
    • Needs permission to read and change data on all sites
    Visit Honey Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Honey a good Fetch alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Supported sites
    30,000+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026joinhoney.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Browsers
    Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, Opera
    Checked Nov 1, 2026joinhoney.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    PayPal
    Checked Nov 8, 2026joinhoney.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price tracking
    Droplist alerts
    Checked Nov 8, 2026joinhoney.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Android extension
    Not available
    Checked Nov 8, 2026joinhoney.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Upside logo

    3. Upside

    Best for: US drivers and shoppers who want cash back on fuel, groceries and dining they already buy

    FreeiOS, Android

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Fetch

    Pays real cash back on gas, groceries and dining, which you can send to a bank account.

    Pros

    • Cash back on gas, which most rewards apps don't cover
    • Stacks with credit card points and loyalty programs
    • Cash out to bank, PayPal or gift cards
    • Free with no subscription

    Cons

    • Only works at participating businesses, so coverage varies by area
    • US only
    • You must claim an offer before each purchase
    Visit Upside Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Upside a good Fetch alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Categories
    Gas, groceries, dining
    Checked Nov 8, 2026upside.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cash out
    Bank, PayPal or gift card
    Checked Nov 8, 2026upside.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Total cash back paid
    $1B+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026upside.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Stacking
    Yes, with card and loyalty rewards
    Checked Nov 8, 2026upside.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Freecash logo

    4. Freecash

    Best for: People who play mobile games or take surveys anyway and want small cash or gift card rewards

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android

    40.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Fetch

    Pays for games, surveys and app offers, and lets you withdraw to PayPal, Venmo or crypto as well as gift cards.

    Pros

    • Withdraw to PayPal, Venmo, 100+ gift cards or crypto
    • Mix of games, surveys, app trials and cashback offers
    • Free to join with no subscription

    Cons

    • Typical earnings are small, around a few dollars to $50 a month
    • Game offers can take days or weeks of play to pay out
    • Some payouts are held for verification and some rewards get declined
    Visit Freecash Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.37
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Freecash a good Fetch alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Rewards paid
    Over $500 million since 2020
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freecash.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Payout methods
    PayPal, Venmo, 100+ gift cards, crypto
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freecash.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freecash.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Typical earnings
    A few dollars to about $50 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freecash.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Operator
    Almedia (Germany)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026freecash.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Fetch alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Rakuten logo

Best Fetch alternative for most people

Rakuten

Stronger for online shopping, with percentage cash back at thousands of stores.

Honey logo

Best Fetch alternative for a free option

Honey

Finds coupon codes at online checkout automatically, with no receipts to scan.

Upside logo

Best Fetch alternative for iPhone and Android

Upside

Pays real cash back on gas, groceries and dining, which you can send to a bank account.

Freecash logo

Best Fetch alternative for working in the browser

Freecash

Pays for games, surveys and app offers, and lets you withdraw to PayPal, Venmo or crypto as well as gift cards.

Fetch alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Fetch?

Rakuten ranks first right now. Stronger for online shopping, with percentage cash back at thousands of stores. Honey and Upside follow it in our ranking.

Fetch vs Rakuten: what's the difference?

Both Fetch and Rakuten are free to use. Only Rakuten runs on Web.

Is Fetch free?

Fetch is free to use.

Is there a free alternative to Fetch?

Yes. Rakuten (free), Honey (free), Upside (free) and Freecash (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Fetch?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Fetch?

The complaints we hear most: US only; points per receipt are small; most rewards need 3,000 points; points expire after 90 days of inactivity.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Fetch, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.