Paribus, Ibotta, eBates and the like

[nessa16]

Does anyone here use any of these money saving apps?  I just signed up for Paribus but am still a little leery of it. I like Ibotta. I have been using that fir awhile. It's hit and miss with Ebates as I forget to check it and go through their site to shop. Tell me about your experiences, especially with Ebates and Paribus.

[Rad]

I just started using Ibotta but it always gives rebates/money/whatever for things I don't buy.... The only "helpful" one is 10% back at JoAnn. I work there but I've been trying to cut down on my spending.... Signing up and getting $10 free is pretty great though! If it helps I've heard a few customers say they love it.

Eta: So I just learned you need $20 to "withdraw" your rebates.... And I only have $11.20. I'm never going to get that last $9 to get my $10 joining bonus in the next two days. Plus for me the app needs to be closed and reopened each time I submit a receipt and I have to add JoAnn to the list each time, instead of the app just remembering it. What a waste of my time.

My guess is if you frequently buy stuff Ibotta rebates it's worth it; not for me.