The one thing that can make a student’s life much more bearable is an unlimited source of income but sadly most of us don’t have a touch that’s turns everything into gold. However, thank goodness we live in a society of penny pinches thus, the creation of money saving apps and websites. Here are some of them that will help you and your student budget.

UniDays
Format: Website
URL: www.myunidays.com


What’s the best thing about being a student? The student discounts, DUH! All you have to do is sign up and yes, it’s free! They give you student discounts for big brands like Urban Outfitters, MAC, Spotify, Bella Italia and so much more. Their discount codes can be used both in store and online.

In a similar vein, make sure you get an NUS card! UNiDays is a life saver when shopping online, as all you have to do is input the company you're buying from and then boom, discout code! The NUS card can be used when out and about, simply by showing it at the counter. Supermarkets like Coop also do a student discout with an NUS card!

Latest Free Stuff
Format: Website
URL: www.latestfreestuff.co.uk

Nothing feels better than getting something for free. Well, this website is all about giving you free things. It's basically a large database of websites that are currently giving free samples.

The idea is they give you samples in the hope that you may use it in the future but don’t worry if you decide not to. It’s all up to you. They have worked with L’Oreal, Garnier, Dove, Nives, Colgate, Gucci, Lacoste, Rimmel, Nestle, Kelloggs, Wilkinson, Tesco, Sainsburys and so many more.

Student Beans
Format: Website & App
URL: www.studentbeans.com/uk
Compatibility: iPhone, Android, Windows


This platform works the same way as UniDays, the only difference is the brands they work with. You could get discounts from brands such as Ted Baker, Holiday Inn, Itsu, etc. This means more discounts. 

How can anyone say no? Just sign up for free and prepare your wallet for some money saving. 

Gumtree
Format: Website
URL: www.gumtree.com

Gumtree is an online classified platform. There you can find listings of literally everything, beds, houses, jobs and even pets. Unlike your traditional classifieds, you can search for things near you that people are giving away for free.

Just prepare yourself for some heavy lifting. On the other hand, if you need something you can always sell it there!

iSwap Books
Format: Website
URL: www.iswapbooks.co.uk

University text books are bone achingly expensive so instead of buying them new, why not get it second-hand. iSwap Books is a platform where you can exchange, buy or sell you text books. So not only can you get your text books there, you can also sell them once you’re done with it.

The best part is there are no fees for doing so. Yay to saving money and not wasting those hours in the library!

Wriggle         
Format: App
Compatibility: iPhone, Android, Windows


This is the app is for those foodies who spend more money on food than anything else. It gives you discounted option of meals near you. Prices on the app start as low as £1. All you have to do is purchase the meal in the app then head over to the restaurant during the designated times and show them your code.

Oh yeah! Don’t forget to enjoy your meal.

First Table
Format: Website
URL: www.firsttable.co.uk

Feeling in a treat yourself mood for dinner but don’t have the budget for it? When you book with First Table, you get 50% off the total bill for a table of up to 4 people. However, there’s a catch. You have to eat slightly earlier and buy the coupon for £5. Therefore, this is the perfect excuse to grab some friends for a nice dinner and split the price of the coupon.

Lucky Trip
Format: App
Compatibility: iPhone, Android, Windows

Traveling can be a very expensive hobby. However, there are always a budget way to it. Lucky Trip is a travel app that helps you do all the planning on your set budget. Input your budget and they’ll give you suggestions for flights, hotels and even tourist sites. The free app has excursions for as low as £150.

Too Good To Go
Format: App
Compatibility: iPhone, Android, Windows


Did you know that 1/3 of the world’s food produce goes to waste? This app is aimed at lowering that number all while giving consumers the chance to buy cheap food. Restaurants such as Yo Sushi! sell their leftover food for a cheap price through this app. So not only will you be saving money, you will be helping the environment.

Bonus tip: Check if your mobile provider has a rewards app. Three and O2 has a reward app, Wuntu and O2 Priority Moments respectively. On Wuntu, you can get freebies such as free pizza from Domino’s and coffee from Costa as well as exclusive discounts. The O2 Priority Moments gives freebies such as tickets to gigs and vouchers plus exclusive deals.

Be sure to try these apps/websites and you will save some money without doubt. Do you hear that? That’s the sound of your bank account thanking you. All the best for staying within budget.