Pinched (90b137) vs Bargly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pinched (90b137)
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Pinched is the smarter way to discover your area and save at your favourite local businesses. Whether it’s your morning coffee, dinner out, or a weekend activity, Pinched connects you with real rewards and exclusive discounts nearby — or wherever you’re heading next. And when you’re not sure what’s on, just ask Pinchy, your AI local guide. MEET PINCHY: Ask Pinchy anything about the area — events, live music, new places to eat, things to do — and get instant, local answers. DISCOVER LOCAL: Browse local places: restaurants, bars, beaches, landmarks and more. Find things to do nearby — watersports, tours and activities for all ages. See what’s on: events, fiestas, local markets and upcoming live music. Discover new restaurants opening near you. Keep up with local business news across the Costa Blanca and beyond. FOR USERS: Explore real-time promotions and offers around you. Search towns and cities across Spain (and beyond) to plan your savings before you visit. Earn PP Points every time you shop. Redeem points for free gifts, bonuses, or exclusive deals. Save your favourite promotions, places and activities to revisit later. Message local businesses directly with any questions. Translate posts and business pages instantly to see local offers in your own language. Choose exactly which alerts you get — deals, events, markets, live music and more. Share “Postcards” with friends and show them where to save. Follow businesses you love and never miss a reward. FOR BUSINESSES: Promote offers in seconds with no complicated setup. Attract new customers and keep loyal ones coming back. Reward every visit automatically through Pinched’s loyalty system. Chat directly with your customers in the app. Track engagement with a built-in analytics dashboard — profile views, followers, saves, likes and comments. Manage your profile, posts and gallery directly from the app. Why Pinched? Pinched turns everyday spending into something rewarding — and makes it easy to find what’s happening around you. Instead of juggling loyalty cards, coupons, listings sites and apps, you’ll find everything in one place — simple, visual and instant. Explore new places, plan trips, ask your local guide, and unlock exclusive deals before you even set off. Get Started Download Pinched today, explore your area, and start saving. Because the more you get Pinched, the more you gain.
Bargly
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All your loyalty cards, stamps, deals and rewards in one app. Even the cards from shops that aren't on Bargly yet. Bargly replaces every card in your pocket. Import any loyalty card: plastic cards, paper stamp cards, gym cards, even event tickets. Then start earning at the local shops around you, with everything synced to Apple Wallet. WHAT YOU GET • Every card in one wallet. Import any loyalty card, even from shops not on Bargly. • Stamps in Apple Wallet. Scan at the counter and your card updates by itself. • Live reward status. "3 of 8 stamps." "Ready to claim." Always know where you stand. • Bargly Points on top. Earn points just for using the app, build streaks and levels, spend them on Bargly Rewards. • A map of every deal around you. Filter by what you like, set your radius, catch flash offers before they end. • The right ping at the right time. Walk past a deal and Bargly lets you know. HOW IT WORKS Find a shop on the map or scan its QR at the counter. Join its loyalty card and collect stamps as you visit. Redeem at the counter, and keep earning Bargly Points on top. Free forever for shoppers. OWN A LOCAL SHOP? We would love to talk to you Bargly brings the community to your door. Loyalty cards, deals, discovery and analytics in one tool. Minutes to set up, nothing to install. Start at bargly.com/shops. Made for the places people actually love.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Pinched (90b137) at 15.1 against Bargly's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Pinched (90b137) | Bargly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Daniel Long | MADEBYNUMO LTD |
In-app purchases
Pinched (90b137)
No in-app purchases
Bargly
No in-app purchases









