Consumer Reports vs AAA Discounts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Consumer Reports
Access unbiased product reviews, ratings, and shopping guides to make informed purchasing decisions. Features include a smart advisor for product questions, tools for savings, and exclusive member deals.
- Product ratings and reviews
- Buying guides
- Bill Negotiator tool
- Smart advisor for product questions
- Image Scan for product comparison
- Best Time to Buy tool
- Exclusive member deals
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Shop smarter with Consumer Reports by your side. Discover products worth buying, compare your options, find deals, and get trusted answers backed by CR's independent testing, research, and expertise. Whether you're looking for your next car, replacing an appliance, searching for the best products for your home, or just curious about what's worth buying, the Consumer Reports app makes it easier to shop confidently. Discover what's worth buying Explore Product Collections Discover trending products and expert-curated collections designed to help you find your next great buy. Watch the latest from CR Get useful shopping advice and consumer insights right in your feed, with videos covering products, CR testing, important consumer issues, and more. Find deals and ways to save Discover deals and discounts on products worth considering, plus tools like Best Time to Buy that can help you decide when it's worth making a purchase. Research, compare, and shop AskCR Ask questions and get answers backed by Consumer Reports' trusted expertise. Use AskCR to research products and cars, compare your options, narrow down your choices, and find the right product for your needs. Ratings & Reviews Access CR ratings and reviews for thousands of products, cars, and services based on independent testing, research, and consumer surveys. Image Scan Shopping in a store? Scan a barcode or take a photo of a product to quickly find CR ratings and information, compare your options, and make a more informed decision on the spot. Product Comparisons Compare products and cars side by side to see how your options stack up, and find the best choice for you. Buying Guides Get expert guidance on what to consider before you buy, from major appliances and electronics to cars and everyday products. Save Your Favorites Save products and comparisons so you can easily come back to them when you're ready to make a decision. Get even more from Membership Consumer Reports members get full access to features including: • Unlimited AskCR conversations • Ratings and reviews for thousands of products and services • CR Recommended products • Image Scan • Exclusive member deals and discounts • Best Time to Buy • Additional member benefits and exclusive partnerships • Extra savings with Bill Negotiator Not a member yet? Consumer Reports is free to download, with access to select features including Buying Guides, Bill Negotiator, Product Collections, videos, and limited access to AskCR. You can join Consumer Reports directly through the app to unlock the full experience. Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization that works side by side with consumers to create a fairer, safer, and healthier world. CR buys the products it tests and does not accept advertising, helping you make informed decisions with independent insights you can trust. From discovering your next purchase to making the final decision, keep Consumer Reports with you and shop with confidence.
AAA Discounts
This shopping extension alerts AAA members to exclusive deals and instant discounts from top retailers. Earn AAA Dollars redeemable for cash back on purchases ranging from electronics to travel.
- Deal pop-up alerts
- Instant discounts
- Earn AAA Dollars
- Cash back redemption
- Thousands of offers
- Save on electronics and travel
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AAA Members – never miss a member deal! The AAA Discounts extension alerts you to AAA deals on thousands of offers from top retailers, where you’ll receive instant discounts or earn AAA Dollars, which can be redeemed for cash back! - Let the deals find you Get pop-up alerts of AAA savings every time you shop and search online. - Save time and money See member-only savings when you search online or visit partner websites as you normally do. Click the alert and get the deal! - Save with thousands of offers Click and save on everything from shoes to electronics and travel to entertainment. - Effortless savings AAA Members save an average of $170 per year* and AAA Discounts makes it easier than ever. Get the most out of your membership by installing this extension now! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Disclaimers: *Members who use AAA discounts save an average of $170 annually. 2022 AAA U.S. Market Track national surveys. AAA Discounts extension is only available to active members of participating AAA clubs.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Consumer Reports at 4.8 against AAA Discounts's 2.5. Consumer Reports also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (64K vs 17). AAA Discounts's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Consumer Reports sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. AAA Discounts asks for nothing beyond the download.
Consumer Reports holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Consumer Reports has 64K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 28% and 29% positive.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Consumer Reports | AAA Discounts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (64K ratings) — better | 2.5 (17 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 28.0% of reviews | 28.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 64K — better | 17 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Best chart rank | #12 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Consumer Reports | loyalty innovation, llc |
Customer experience
Consumer Reports
AAA Discounts
Bugs and requests
Consumer Reports
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Login issues and lost credentials
- Inconsistent or missing product data
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to access all website content in the app
- Improved search functionality with better filtering options
- Native iPad app with optimized layout
- Integration with subscription management and account features
AAA Discounts
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Consumer Reports
- CR Monthly Subscription$10.001 Month
- CR Yearly Subscription$39.001 Year
AAA Discounts
No in-app purchases
Questions
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