SAVE CASH APPS!

Easy tools to help you keep your budget on track

POCKETBOOK, FREE

This app connects to your nominated bank account and organises your spending into different categories so you know exactly where your dollars are going. It then calculates your overall weekly, fortnightly or monthly spends. It’s handy for those who lose track of where their paycheque goes. You can also set up budgets to help avoid overspending. Visit getpocketbook.com

SWEEP, FREE

This world-first Augmented Reality (AR) shopping app allows users to find, claim and share deals on millions of products. Using this app for back-to-school purchasing is great because it allows you to compare prices for whatever you need, and decide whether it’s best to purchase instore or online. Visit sweep.im

MONEYTREE, FREE

Track your financial portfolio, from bank accounts, credit cards and even digital money like Bitcoin. You can even export expenses into a spreadsheet for peak organisation! It also tallies rewards card points like flybuys to help alert you when you’ve got enough points to redeem for a handy gift card. Visit getmoneytree.com/au

RAIZ, $2.50 MONTHLY

Raiz (formerly Acorns) allows you to invest small amounts of money from your bank account on a regular basis into a diverse portfolio of exchange traded funds (EFTS). It’s a slow burner returnswise, but it can help you accumulate wealth over time. It also offers a round-up function. Check the website for more information and fees. raizinvest.com.au