Instacart is introducing a number of new ways for users to find deals within the app, the company has announced. The app will now feature a new “You Items on Sale” section on the store page that will leverage Instacart’s AI recommendation systems to help users find personalized deals based on their past orders.
There’s also a new “Stores to help you save” section on the app’s home screen, making it easier to find stores that offer discounts or loyalty savings. New “Stock Up and Save” promotions offer discounts when you reach a certain dollar or item threshold.
Instacart notes that while shopping online, users can take advantage of in-store deals at select retailers by adding loyalty cards to their account.
“Instacart has helped customers save more than $2 billion on Instacart orders with deals, discounts and membership benefits,” the company wrote in a blog post. “Access to affordable fresh groceries and everyday essentials has never been more important, and we want everyone to be able to take advantage of the 20,000+ deals available near them on Instacart.”
In its blog post, Instacart highlighted that Instacart+ members receive free delivery on orders over $35, and that the delivery option offers free next-day delivery plus a discount if you plan your shopping in advance. The subscription service costs $99 per year or $9.99 per month.
Last year, Instacart announced that it will expand its EBT SNAP payment program to all Instacart store partners by 2030. The company also said that in the future it will allow customers to shop on Instacart using their Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). TANF is a government cash assistance program that helps low-income families purchase daily necessities.