Shopkick is an application that offers its users rewards for engaging in different shopping activities. The app gives customers exclusive deals and coupons for performing activities such as walking into a store, scanning an item, making in-store or in-app purchases or submitting receipts. Rewards earned through Shopkick’s platform can be exchanged at partner retailers such as Starbucks, Walmart and Target. The company was launched in Silicon Valley in 2009 and since then has onboarded more than 200 brand partners.
Alternatives to Shopkick
Applike
Company: AppLike GmbH | Founder: Jonas Thiemann | CEO: Jonas Thiemann | Since: 2017
Applike is a company that offers a portfolio of adtech solutions aimed at increasing user acquisition for its customers. Through its platform, Applike attracts users that can test and play a new app in exchange for rewards. Applike is able…
Ibotta
Company: Ibotta, Inc. | Founder: Bryan Leach | CEO: Bryan Leach | Since: 2012
Ibotta is a mobile app that rewards users for learning and reading about new products and brands. Through game-like interactions users can get special offers on restaurants, office supplies, groceries or electronics. Ibotta was launched in 2012 and since then…
Lucktastic
Lucktastic is a mobile app for iOS and Android that enables users to win real cash prizes and rewards by playing mobile games. To date, Lucktastic has awarded more than US $3 million in rewards.
Swagbucks
Company: Prodege LLC | Founder: Scott Dudelson, Josef Gorowitz | CEO: Chuck Davis | Since: 2008
Swagbucks is a rewards website that enables users to earn points through different activities such as online surveys, playing games or shopping. The user can then redeem those points through gift cards, other rewards or in PayPal balance. Swagbucks is…
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