Zyft
Zyft is an AI-driven shopping tool designed to help users find the best online prices for products. Available as a free-to-use application ...
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What is Zyft?
Zyft is an AI-powered price comparison tool designed specifically for Australian shoppers, available as both a browser extension (Chrome and Safari) and a mobile app (iOS and Android). It searches millions of products across 50,000+ Australian retailers and displays real-time price comparisons, stock availability, and price history in a single pop-up panel when users browse online stores. The tool also includes a barcode scanner for in-store price checks, price drop alerts, product search, and deal browsing features.
The platform works by integrating directly into the user's shopping experience: when installed as a browser extension, Zyft automatically detects product pages and shows competing prices from other retailers without requiring users to open multiple tabs. In the mobile app, users can scan barcodes, search for products, share product URLs to compare prices, and set alerts for specific items. Zyft's AI learns from product data daily to provide unbiased comparisons across large and small retailers.
Zyft is ideal for deal-savvy Australian consumers who shop online or in-store and want to save money without spending time manually comparing prices. It suits shoppers of electronics, appliances, wine, and general retail products, with particularly strong coverage of Australian retailers. The tool is free to use, requires no sign-up, and is especially useful during sales periods like EOFY sales.
Zyft pricing
Pricing model: Free
Zyft is completely free to use. There is no paid tier or subscription required. The browser extension and mobile apps (iOS and Android) are free downloads from the Chrome Web Store, App Store, and Google Play Store. All core features including price comparisons, stock levels, price history, barcode scanning, price drop alerts (up to 50 items), search-to-compare, and deal browsing are included at no cost. The tool is funded through affiliate links from some retailer results, as disclosed in their terms.
Zyft pros
- Free to use with no sign-up required
- Real-time price comparisons across 50,000+ Australian retailers
- Weaponized AI that automatically finds more retailers and better prices
- Shows stock availability alongside prices
- Displays price history trends to inform buying decisions
- Works as a browser extension for Chrome and Safari
- Available as iOS and Android mobile apps
- Barcode scanner for in-store price comparison (ZyftZap)
- Price drop alerts with up to 50 items tracked
- Share-to-Compare feature for mobile product URL sharing
- Search-to-Compare functionality to search products directly in the app
- Unbiased comparisons showing both large and small retailers
- Saves time by eliminating need to open multiple browser tabs
- User testimonials report hundreds of dollars saved on single purchases
- EOFY Sales Hub for browsing current deals and promotions
Zyft cons
- Works primarily only with Australian retailers
- Does not guarantee comparing all websites or showing lowest price
- Price Drop Alerts only available in mobile apps, not browser extensions
- Barcode scanner feature is still in beta
- Does not account for shipping, delivery, or other fees in comparisons
- Stock availability and pricing not guaranteed to be real-time accurate
- Some retailers do not support price matching when using in-store scan results
- Android does not support browser extensions, limiting desktop functionality
- Some users report aggressive permission prompts for Safari integration
- Search results quality in the app has been questioned by some reviewers
Frequently asked questions about Zyft
What is Zyft?
Zyft is an AI-powered price comparison tool that helps Australian shoppers find and compare prices instantly across 50,000+ retailers. It works as both a browser extension for Chrome and Safari, and as a mobile app for iOS and Android. Zyft displays real-time prices, stock availability, and price history in one place, eliminating the need to open multiple browser tabs while shopping online.
How does Zyft work?
Once installed on your browser or mobile device, Zyft automatically pops up when you click on a product while shopping online, showing prices and stock availability from multiple retailers side by side. The browser extension works in the background while you shop, while the mobile app allows you to scan barcodes, search for products, share product URLs, and browse deals. Zyft's AI searches millions of products and learns daily to provide unbiased comparisons.
Is Zyft really free to use?
Yes, Zyft is completely free to use with no sign-up required. Both the browser extension and mobile apps are free downloads with no subscription fees or paid tiers. All features including price comparisons, stock checks, price history, barcode scanning, and price drop alerts are available at no cost. Zyft is funded through affiliate links from some retailer results.
Does Zyft work outside of Australia?
Zyft is designed specifically for Australian shoppers and primarily covers 50,000+ Australian retailers. While the tool may occasionally show some international results, it is optimized for the Australian market and does not guarantee comprehensive coverage outside Australia. Users should expect best results when shopping at Australian online stores.
How do Price Drop Alerts work?
Price Drop Alerts let you track up to 50 items and get notified when their price drops to your target. To create an alert, tap the bell icon when comparing prices in Search or Scan results in the iOS or Android app. You can set alerts for specific item/retailer combinations and receive one notification when the target price is first met. Alerts remain active until you delete them or reset the target price. Alerts cannot be created from the Chrome or Safari browser extensions at this time.
How does the barcode scanner work?
The barcode scanner (called ZyftZap) is available in the Zyft mobile app for iOS and Android. While in-store, simply scan a product's barcode and Zyft instantly shows price comparisons for that product across Australian retailers. You can use these results to decide where to buy or request a price match at eligible stores. The barcode scanner feature is currently in beta and not all retailers support price matching.
What devices can I use Zyft on?
Zyft is available on multiple platforms: Chrome browser extension for Windows and Mac desktop, Safari extension for iOS and Mac OS, and native mobile apps for both iOS (iPhone and iPad) and Android. The browser extensions work on desktop browsers, while the mobile apps provide full functionality including barcode scanning and price alerts. Android users cannot use browser extensions but have full app functionality.
How will I know if Zyft works on my favourite online shopping sites?
Zyft works on most major Australian online retailers. Once the extension is installed, Zyft will automatically pop up when you browse product pages at supported retailers. The tool covers 50,000+ Australian retailers and is continuously expanding its coverage. If Zyft doesn't appear on a particular site, it may not yet be in their database, but users can suggest new retailers by emailing [email protected].
Does Zyft sell my personal data?
According to Zyft's public statements, they do not access or store sensitive data like passwords. The browser extension only needs access to shopping pages to provide price comparisons. Zyft is a privately owned Australian company based in Melbourne, funded by local shareholders. For detailed information about data practices, users should review Zyft's Privacy Policy on their website.
What are the limitations of Zyft?
Zyft does not guarantee that all websites will be compared or that the lowest price will be displayed at any given time. Results do not account for shipping, delivery, or other fees, and do not reflect member or VIP discounts. Stock availability and pricing accuracy are not guaranteed as Zyft relies on third-party retailer data and AI that is constantly learning. Not all retailers support price matching for in-store scans, and some features like price alerts are only available in mobile apps.