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Saving money

From shopping for food to tips on budgeting, we help you save your hard-earned cash

Save on energy bills

Energy prices have increased by more than 50% in the last 10 years. Here's what you can do to save.

Top five reasons you're paying too much

Save money and avoid these expensive energy traps.
Save on electricity with Transformer

Customers of CHOICE's unique energy switching service are finding hundreds of dollars of ongoing savings.
Top 10 cooling tips

Try these simple strategies to beat the heat, and bills, this summer.
Four steps to get started with solar

Quick answers to your solar questions.

Save with Transformer

A look at what you can do to save money when you're planning a holiday.

Is duty-free shopping cheaper?

We compare the costs.
Where to find the cheapest flights

Is it cheaper to buy airfares through a comparison site or directly from the airlines?
Frequent flyer points – are they worth it?

We weigh up whether chasing frequent flyer points is worth the time and money.
Cheap flights and variable pricing

Why are airfares on airline websites so fleeting? CHOICE shows you how to avoid the airline flimflam.
Travel agent vs do it yourself bookings

With so many websites offering discount holiday bookings, do you even need a travel agent?

Home and living

Save big money by avoiding these ripoffs.

How much is my mattress marked up by?

Manufacturers and retailers make buying a mattress the stuff of nightmares.
The truth about holiday resort timeshares

We compare the cost of a Gold Coast holiday timeshare to booking accommodation online.
How online ticket scalpers cash in on your confusion

In the world of online ticket scalping, supply and demand is king.

Making the most of what you spend on food and drink.

Are packaged groceries cheaper?

Compare the price before you check out.
Are wine clubs worth it?

They take the hassle out of choosing wine, but are wine clubs value for money?
Make your fresh food last longer

Two is better than one when it comes to the humble crisper.
Convenience vegetables

Is pre-cut fresh veg worth buying?
Reducing food waste

How to ensure food is tasted, not wasted.

Looking after your health doesn't need to mean draining your bank account.

Take our quiz and find out

Find out if you need to be spending on health insurance
Private health insurance reforms 2019: what you need to know

Will new Bronze, Silver, Gold classifications make health insurance simpler?
Save money on medicine

Does the cost of medicine make you feel ill? Reduce your costs with these simple tips.
The rise of dental tourism

Overseas dentists can offer cheaper rates, but what's the risk?
Make the most of your extras cover

Need a new set of spectacles, dental check-up or a massage? Now might be the time to get it.
Health insurance buying guide

We demystify health insurance so you don't pay for cover you're not using.

Make your money work harder with our expert advice.

Budgeting app reviews

We test and review popular budgeting apps for Android and iPhone to find which does the best job.
Using Afterpay to fund Christmas?

Financial Rights Legal Centre warns against 'buy now, pay later' loans.
Best high-interest savings accounts

Which banks actually help you save a bit of money?
Best low-interest credit cards

We compare rates from CBA, NAB, ANZ, Westpac and more.
Choosing the right account

Choose the right bank for a term deposit, cash management or internet savings account.

Sometimes the best way to save money is knowing which products to avoid.

Reviews: see the worst multi-purpose cleaners

Which multi purpose cleaners give shining results?
Robot vacuum cleaner fails

Avoid these models if you want a robot vacuum cleaner that will actually suck.
Five of the worst kettles

Don't get burnt buying the wrong kettle – see which ones performed worst in CHOICE tests.
Five of the worst electric heaters

Avoid these models if you want a heater that will last more than one winter.
Five of the worst kitchen appliances

From a $4500 Smeg oven to a poor Thermomix substitute, we show you what not to buy for your kitchen.