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Cheaply AI
The shopping assistant that turns every scan into savings
Overview
A gamified shopping companion that transforms the way people discover deals. Built for savvy shoppers who refuse to overpay, Cheaply AI turns product scanning into a rewarding treasure hunt for the best local prices — complete with XP streaks, badges, and real-time price-drop alerts.
The Challenge
Most people know they're probably overpaying, but comparison shopping is tedious. Checking multiple stores, tracking prices, and finding nearby alternatives takes time most shoppers don't have. The result? People settle for convenience over savings, missing out on better deals just around the corner.
How We Solved It
Smart Product Recognition
Users simply scan any product with their phone camera. The AI instantly identifies the item and searches for cheaper alternatives nearby — no manual search required.
Real-Time Local Price Discovery
The app fetches live pricing data from local stores and displays results on an interactive map, showing users exactly where to find the best deals within their area.
Gamified Shopping Experience
Users maintain daily scanning streaks to earn XP and unlock ultra-rare badges. Miss a day? Progress resets unless they restore their streak — adding an engaging layer to everyday shopping.
Smart Cart & Price Alerts
Items can be added to a personalized cart, and users receive instant push notifications via Firebase when prices drop on their saved products.
Location-Based Optimization
The app prioritizes nearby stores and considers factors like distance and inventory to provide the most practical savings opportunities, not just the cheapest on paper.
Results & Impact
Instant Price Discovery
Any product scan returns a comprehensive local price comparison in seconds.
Location-Smart Shopping
Finds the best local deals without the user driving across town.
Engagement Through Gamification
Daily streaks and XP keep users actively hunting for savings.
Proactive Savings
Automated price-drop alerts ensure users never miss a deal on saved items.
Real-Time Data
Live pricing ensures recommendations are always current and actionable.
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