Brad’s Deals: Expert-Picked Deals, Exclusive Codes, and Alerts Sent Right to Your Inbox
Brad’s Deals is a free deal site where a team of human editors picks sales from trusted stores, and you can choose to have Brad’s Deals email you when the things you want go on sale.
“Class, who has time to check fifty websites every morning? Not me. I have crossword puzzles to finish. Today we learn how to let the deals come to us, on our schedule.”
What is Brad’s Deals?
Brad’s Deals is a free, ad-supported deal website. It is not a store. Instead, its team of deal editors searches the internet every day for good prices at well-known retailers and posts the best ones. The site says there is “a real-life human behind every post.”
According to the Brad’s Deals blog, the company began as a way to help college students save on textbooks. Today it covers clothing, shoes, home goods, electronics, travel, kids and baby items, food and drink, health and beauty, and patio and garden. Some deals come with exclusive promo codes, marked on the deal itself.
Why I assign Brad’s Deals to my students
Brad’s Deals is built for the busy, or the simply unbothered. You tell it what you like, and it does the watching.
- Human editors. The team says it acts like your personal shopper and only posts deals they would buy themselves.
- Deal alerts by email. Search for a brand or product, set an alert, and get an email when it goes on sale.
- You control the inbox. Brad’s Deals offers daily newsletters and personalized emails, with different email schedules to choose from.
- Exclusive codes. Some deals include codes you may not find elsewhere.
How to use Brad’s Deals, step by step
- Browse by category or store. Start with what you need. If you shop at Kohl’s or Macy’s, go straight to that store’s page.
- Sort the deals. On the All Deals page, sort by Newest, Popular, or Price Low to High. Low to High is a fixed-income favorite.
- Set a deal alert. Use the deal alerts page to search for a brand or item you are waiting on, like a certain shoe or a winter coat.
- Pick your email schedule. Sign up for the newsletter and choose how often you want to hear from them. Less email can mean less temptation.
- Copy any code. If a deal lists a promo code, copy it before you click through to the store, then paste it at checkout.
- Try the app. The free Brad’s Deals app for iPhone and Android has a daily deal feed, alerts, and a “My Deals” feed based on your interests.
Professor Ima’s quick tips
- Set alerts only for things you truly need. Alerts for “anything on sale” are a fast way to spend.
- Choose a less frequent email schedule if daily feels like too much. Your peace of mind counts.
- Check that a promo code still works before you get attached to the price.
- Look at the season. Brad’s Deals runs seasonal guides, and buying out of season often costs less.
- Always compare the final price in your cart, with shipping and tax.
Is Brad’s Deals good for seniors and fixed incomes?
It is a nice fit for people who would rather not browse every day. Set one or two alerts for planned purchases, pick a gentle email schedule, and let Brad’s Deals tap you on the shoulder when the time is right. That is shopping on your terms.
The site also has a page for senior discounts, along with pages for military, teachers, and students. It is worth checking before a shopping trip or a meal out, and remember to confirm the discount with the business, since programs change.
Things to watch for
- Brad’s Deals is ad-supported. Its own disclosure says compensation may affect how, where, or in what order products appear, and not every product is included.
- Deals can sell out fast, especially popular sizes and colors.
- Exclusive codes may have limits, end dates, or exclusions. Read the details.
- You buy from the store, so returns and shipping follow that store’s rules.
Frequently asked questions
Is Brad’s Deals legit?
Yes. Brad’s Deals is a long-running, free deal site that links to well-known retailers. You still buy directly from the store, so check its terms.
How do Brad’s Deals alerts work?
You search for a brand or product on the deal alerts page, and Brad’s Deals emails you when a matching deal is posted. The app has alerts too.
Does Brad’s Deals cost anything?
No. Browsing, emails, alerts, and the app are free. The site is supported by ads and partnerships.
Does Brad’s Deals have coupon codes?
Some deals include promo codes, including exclusive ones. The code is shown on the deal itself.
Professor Ima B. Cheap
Deals, prices, and site features change often. Cheap101 is not affiliated with Brad’s Deals. Always check the final price and the store’s terms before you buy. More handouts: Cheap101 Class Handouts · Coupons and deals guide