Chalk this up under “How did we miss this one?” Since March 2019, King Soopers has been offering what may be a well-kept secret to many shoppers. Through the shopper’s loyalty account, customers can earn cash back on grocery purchases. (If you’re familiar with Ibotta, it’s a very similar program.) Basically, earning a rebate on qualifying purchases that’s applied back to your loyalty account.
The system is much like using a coupon — simply in reverse. Rather than saving the money upfront, you get the money back, after the qualifying purchase.
However, just like digital coupons, you need to add the offers to your account. While the rebate is automatic, the offer itself is not. You must add the ones you want to your account, prior to the purchases.
Also like coupons, the rebate is only valid for a single use. (While you may purchase five boxes of cereal, you will only get the rebate on one.)
Most of the rebates range from 50¢ to $2.
The cash back program is not available on its app — just via its website.
The cash back can be redeemed in one of two ways:
- Credit — Simply transfer the amount to your SooperCard. There is no minimum amount required. The credit will automatically redeem at checkout on your next shopping order. And, if you don’t use it all at once, the remaining balance will remain on the account. It’s important to note that the credit is available for use by all members of a household who share the account. Whoever does the shopping next will get the discount.
- Cash — If you prefer cash, you can receive payment via Pay Pal. There is a minimum transfer amount of $20. And, of course, you must have a valid PayPal account.
The rebates are cumulative, so each one just keeps adding to your total. As an incentive, you may want to set a goal for yourself (maybe $50 or $100?) and, then, treat yourself for being such a smart shopper.
It’s kind of like keeping extra change in a jar, you’d be surprised at how quickly it adds up. Oh, the fun!
Be sure you are purchasing the correct product (brand, size, flavor, etc.) or number of products. One of the biggest issues with cash back programs is that the shopper does not purchase the correct item or does not purchase the minimum required.
If you purchase the wrong item or not enough, you will not get the cash back. As a result, double-check the details of each offer, to ensure you’re meeting all of the requirements.
And, finally, we know there’s one question every true-blue bargain hunter wants to know the answer to: Can you combine coupons with the cash back offers? (Drum roll, please!)
Yes, you can stack a paper or digital coupon on top of a cash back offer for the same item. (One is considered “instant savings” and the other is deemed “earned savings.”)
For those unfamiliar with the term “stack”:
As an example, if there’s a digital coupon for 50¢ off Crest toothpaste and there’s also a cash back offer of 75¢ on that same tube of toothpaste, you can use both in the same transaction — for a total savings of $1.25, in the end. (We just miss the days, when King Soopers doubled coupons!)
To get started earning cash back, click here.
Chuck says
Here’s something you may want to check out. In your King Soopers, “How to Get the Best Deals” list, mention is made of their app’s “find items in-store by aisle” which WAS a Sooper Feature. But with the latest app update, King’s appears to have removed that helpful feature ( based on their Cottonwood Store in Parker at least. ) So, it’s become a scavenger hunt to locate hard-to-find items now, especially those a bit outside of everyday shopping items. ~ Your comments ( and research ) are always welcome!
lenin1991 says
Shhh! :) This program is great. Making it even better is how often the exact same deal appears in Kroger cashback and in Ibotta — when stacked with a coupon too, those items often become moneymakers.
Morgan says
How do I use this feature in the app? Do I need to follow the link every time?
Bryan says
Morgan – You’ll have to review the app itself. It should be self-explanatory. We’re assuming, just like with a digital coupon, you just click on the offer to add it your account — assuming the cash back option is available via the app. -BKC
Shana says
I love King Soopers but your app is very hard to use and I get a different answer from employees every time I ask. I can Never, Ever find the digital coupons in the coupon section. I’ve been told that it will apply at the check out but it never does. Not even managers can find them!! Sooo frustrating and it doesn’t seem fair that you advertise your AWESOME digital deals but can’t find them in the app.
Please make the digital coupons easier to find and use.
Bryan says
Shana – We completely agree. We’ve never had a positive experience with the app. The digital coupons are nearly impossible to find. However, we have no affiliation with King Soopers. You need to direct any comments or feedback to them directly. Their customer service number is 1-800-576-4377. -BKC
Lauren says
Did anyone find this in the app? I looked through everything I could find and scrolled through all the coupons and saw nothing that said cash back.
lenin1991 says
@Lauren: The cashback deals are not in the app, only at that web link
Linda says
This feature may not be available to all customers. I can’t find it anywhere and believe me I looked.
Dee Nelson says
I haven’t been able to figure out how to transfer the savings to “my card” should I acquire some. Do you have to have a smart phone and app to accomplish this? I don’t have one. Somehow can it be set up to automatically transfer to my card? Thanks.
Bryan says
Linda – The cash back program is open to all customers. The link in the post leads you right to the program’s page with all of the necessary details. If you continue to have issues, you should contact King Sooper directly for assistance. -BKC
Bryan says
Dee – We’re assuming you need to earn credit first, before having the option to transfer money back to your account. If you have no credit in your account, the option may not be available to you. By the way, the program is not available via the app (so not smartphone necessary) — just the store’s website. If you continue to have issues, you should contact King Soopers directly for assistance. -BKC