Grocery Buddy

What Grocery Buddy is

Grocery Buddy is a free grocery-list app for Android and iOS. Users can add product pictures to help identify the intended item, including when another family member shops from the list. As users type, autocomplete suggests frequently bought items based on their purchases, and the list organizes itself. Shared lists sync in real time; the app also supports recurring items and barcode scanning. Its terms describe grocery price comparison and allow users to submit prices. The Free plan includes all features and costs nothing. Users can use the service without registering, although some features may require an account. The privacy policy says the app may collect mobile-device geolocation. Users can turn this off in app settings, but some features may then be unavailable. Information from users outside the United States may be transferred, processed, and stored in the United States. The company says it takes reasonable steps to protect information but cannot guarantee its security. Support is listed at [email protected].

Who it suits

It suits individuals and family members who want to build and share grocery lists across Android or iOS. It may also suit shoppers interested in the listed price-comparison feature.

Limits

The Free plan costs nothing and includes all features. There is no free trial; some features may require registration, and disabling location may make some features unavailable.

Getting started

1. Open the Grocery Buddy website or get its app for Android or iOS.
2. Start using the service without registering, or register if a feature requires it.
3. Create a grocery list and add items; use pictures or barcode scanning to identify products.
4. Share a list for real-time syncing, and add recurring items as needed.
5. Disable location in the app settings if you do not want to provide geolocation; some features may then be unavailable.

Verdict

Grocery Buddy combines picture-based lists, autocomplete, automatic sorting, and shared real-time syncing at no charge. Consider the location and account caveats if you rely on features that require them.