# TechBargains

> Expert-curated deals on quality products from trusted retailers. (iPhone/iPad app by Ziff Davis, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techbargains/id561662079 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ziff Davis, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/506556772)
- Category: Shopping, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.47/5 from 234 App Store ratings · 74 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 79 MB
- Released: 2012-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techbargains/id561662079/reviews.md

## What is TechBargains?

TechBargains makes you a smarter shopper! No, we are not one of those apps that pretend to find deals using some sort of “complex algorithm”. We are an app fueled by a team of experienced, bargain experts. We call our team “The Bargain Meisters”, and we hate paying full price for anything, but have a taste for the good stuff. Maybe it’s silly, but we see ourselves as a bargain special forces and have been connecting shoppers to bargains 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, since 1999.
 
Our goal is simple, we find the best quality product at a more reasonable price for you. We work exclusively with trusted stores, like Amazon, Dell, HP, Newegg, B&H and more to ensure that you always get the best deal. Finding the best bargain is hard because it’s not just about finding the cheapest price; it’s about discovering the best brand, at the highest quality, for your dollar.
 
THE TECHBARGAINS APP ALLOWS YOU TO:
 
•  Find bargains easily by letting you discover great deals by category, store, brand, and more

• Search across the whole app instantly to find just what you are looking for

• Share deals with friends directly from the app

• Save deals for later, with Facebook or an email login 

• Sign up for newsletters, so that savings can find you as soon as each deal is published.


WHAT’S NEW IN 2.1.11

•  Updated the Authentication and Saving Functionality.

•  Bug fixes.

 
WHAT’S NEW IN 2.1.9

• Ability to Save items using Facebook or Email login

• Updated iconography and design tweaks

• Bug fixes


WHAT’S NEW IN 2.1.7

•  Added Share functionality

•  The "Visiting Store" button now launches a new window

•  Bug fixes

WHAT’S NEW IN 2.1.19

•  Updated with new API*




MORE
• The TechBargains App has never been better, with a new design that makes it easier to find more bargains than ever before.

•  We’ve updated the core technology to dramatically improve performance while fixing past bugs.

• … and we’ve improved the User Experience so that you can find bargains faster, while on the go!

2.1.20
*Bug fixes and API Update*

2.1.22
* Important Affiliate Disclosure Update

## Key features

- Discover deals by category, store, or brand
- Instant search across all deals
- Share deals with friends
- Save deals for later
- Sign up for deal newsletters

## What do users think of TechBargains?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 📱 Convenient mobile access to deals
- ✅ Website functionality works reliably
- 🔄 App eventually fixed after major outages

**Cons**

- 🖼️ Product images not loading (years-long issue)
- 🌐 No internet connection errors despite working connectivity
- 🔗 Links cause app redirects and loops
- ⚠️ App not updated in years
- ❌ Half screen invisible/display issues
- 🔍 Missing search functionality
- 📵 WiFi connectivity problems
- 😤 Developer unresponsive to feedback
- 🔄 Poor navigation - loses place when returning from links
- ⚡ Stuttering and performance issues while scrolling

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Product images fail to load on iOS and Android
- Spurious 'No Internet Connection' error messages
- App redirects back to previously visited websites in loops
- Half of screen becomes invisible/unresponsive
- App crashes on iOS 11 and later versions
- WiFi and cellular connectivity detection failures
- Images load for wrong items before correcting
- Favorites/tagging spinner hangs indefinitely
- Inaccurate timestamps on saved items
- Scrolling stutters on iPhone 7 and iPad Pro
- Force close required to recover from redirect loops

**Most requested features**

- Search function for specific items
- Deal alert notifications
- Ability to save/favorite deals with accurate timestamps
- Item comparison feature
- Sharing functionality
- Smooth scrolling performance
- Scroll-to-top functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 74)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/techbargains/id561662079/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not working

*2025-02-28, version 2.1.22*

No listing, if broken for good take off App Store

### 1/5 — Years!!! of no images

*2023-11-19, version 2.1.22*

Honestly it’s embarrassing. Have used several phones on iOS and android and it’s been broken for years

### 1/5 — Developer does not care

*2023-07-29, version 2.1.22*

Pictures not visible through app. They are visible through url. I like content, just frustrated developer won’t fix app.

### 1/5 — 1/2 screen is invisible

*2023-02-01, version 2.1.22*

Half screen

### 1/5 — Broken for Years

*2023-01-27, version 2.1.22*

I’m a long-time TechBargains user. A couple of years ago, I deleted the app because the product images wouldn’t load. Today I thought I’d give it another shot. Surely they works have fixed it by now. Not a chance. If you want a better experience use the website. If you want an even better experience, look elsewhere.

### 1/5 — God awful

*2023-01-13, version 2.1.22*

This may be the worst app I’ve ever used besides ones that completely don’t work at all. Where do I begin?

1) As many have said pictures don’t work. 
2) When you click a link, and the return to the app it redirects you back to the webpage again and you have to kill the app and start all over again.

These issues have been happening for YEARS. They clearly don’t care about the feedback/customers. Probably still getting all their affiliate money.

### 1/5 — No pictures

*2022-12-17, version 2.1.22*

The app developers obviously don’t care about the users!!! I’ve had a problem with not seeing product pictures which were very helpful when scanning, and sure enough when I revisit the app there have been multiple complaints about this, to no avail. I am a software developer myself and I don’t think this is rocket science problem to fix. Get your act together and listen to the users… NOW!!!

### 2/5 — No more pictures in iOS

*2022-11-08, version 2.1.22*

Pictures stopped working and couldn’t see anything easily

### 1/5 — No image

*2022-09-02, version 2.1.22*

Images are not visible, just texts on iPhone.

### 1/5 — Irresponsible app and website

*2022-08-11, version 2.1.22*

Website recommends app in mobile but the app is no longer updated and recommends to use the website so there’s this ridiculous and unnecessary vicious cycle. Dev needs to remove the app from the App Store and update the website to not point to downloading the app.

## Frequently asked questions about TechBargains

### What does the TechBargains app do?

This app helps you become a smarter shopper by finding the best quality products at more reasonable prices. It is fueled by a team of bargain experts who work with trusted stores to connect shoppers with deals.

### How can I find deals on the app?

You can easily discover great deals by browsing through categories, stores, or brands. The app also features an instant search function to help you find specific items you're looking for.

### Is the TechBargains app free to use?

Yes, the TechBargains app is completely free to use. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its features to find deals and savings.

### Can I save deals for later?

Yes, you can save deals for later by logging in with your Facebook or email account. This allows you to easily revisit bargains you're interested in without having to search for them again.

### What kind of stores does the app work with?

The app works exclusively with trusted stores such as Amazon, Dell, HP, Newegg, and B&H, among others. This ensures that you are getting deals from reputable retailers.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.22 — 2020-02-07

*  Important Affiliate Disclosure Update

### 2.1.20 — 2019-04-07

* Bug Fixes and API Updates*

### 2.1.19 — 2019-04-05

*Updated with the new API*

### 2.1.18 — 2018-03-13

*Bug fixes related to Image clarity.

### 2.1.17 — 2018-02-23

*Updated Compliance with legal

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-10.*
