Websites that offer the best freebies
HOUSTON (KTRK) -- If you can't wait until Friday for free stuff, this story is for you.
There are lots of products you can get online without having to pay a cent. Consumer Reports ShopSmart magazine has found the best sites to snag freebies - everything from cosmetics to pet food.
"The first thing to do is look at website that aggregate free offers. We especially liked Freeflys," said Jody Rohlena of Consumer Reports ShopSmart. "We got more free stuff from there than any other website." http://www.freeflys.com/index.php?
Some other aggregator sites worth checking out are:
- PinchMe
ShopSmart was able to order more than 50 items from several sites in a few hours of online searching.
No-shows were a problem though. About half the freebies hadn't arrived 10 weeks after they had been ordered.
Another problem - a flood of email marketing pitches clogging your inbox. So set up a separate email address just for freebie shopping.
Another tip when shopping for freebies is to keep your credit card in your wallet.
"Shipping should be free, so there is no reason to give your credit card information. If they ask you to give your card number, don't do it," Rohlena said.
It's also worth looking at manufacturers' sites like Pillsbury or Walmart. You can often get coupons for a free full-sized product.
ShopSmart says be aware that if you score a free coupon, you usually have to pick the item up at the store.
