# Student-friendly Shopping

### Discover the best apps for students to save money, reduce waste, and enjoy exclusive deals right at your fingertips.

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**Too Good To Go**

Grab discounted unsold food from local eateries. Starts at £2.

[Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/too-good-to-go-end-food-waste/id1060683933) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.tgtg\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)

**Depop** and **Vinted**

Sell or buy clothes and accessories, earning money and supporting sustainable fashion.

Depop: [Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/depop-buy-sell-clothing/id518684914) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.depop\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)

Vinted: [Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/vinted-buy-and-sell-preloved/id632064380) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.vinted\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)

**OLIO**

Share or collect free food and household items from neighbors, including donations from [Pret](https://help.olioex.com/article/444-how-olio-and-pret-a-manger-are-working-together) and [Tesco ](https://www.tescoplc.com/news/2020/launch-of-tescoolio-partnership/)across the city.

[Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/olio/id1008237086) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.olioex.android\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)
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**Unidays and Student Beans**

Exclusive student discounts on brands and food.

Unidays: [Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/unidays-student-discounts/id599608562) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.myunidays\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)

Student Beans: [Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/student-beans-uni-discounts/id994482161) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.studentbeans.studentbeans\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)
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**Amazon**\
A vast online marketplace offering everything from textbooks and electronics to everyday essentials, often with discounts and options for free shipping.\
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Available on: [Web](https://www.amazon.co.uk/) | [Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/amazon/id335187483) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.amazon.mShop.android.shopping\&hl=en_GB\&gl=US)

**eBay**

An online auction and shopping website where you can buy or sell new and used items. It's great for finding deals on electronics, books, clothing, and even school supplies. Students can often find cheaper options for textbooks and other college essentials.

Available on: [Web](https://www.ebay.co.uk/), [Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ebay-marketplace-buy-and-sell/id282614216) | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ebay.mobile\&hl=en\&gl=US)
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Source: <https://studentnews.manchester.ac.uk/2022/09/07/apps-and-socials-making-the-most-of-your-student-life/>

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**ProTip:** For 6 months, students can benefit from [Amazon Prime Student](https://www.amazon.co.uk/amazonprime?primeCampaignId=studentWlpPrimeRedir\&ref=st_wlp_pr_redir), which offers special discounts, including faster shipping and access to streaming services. Time your application for Amazon Prime accordingly
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