I can’t stop eating. Uber eating.
It all started three summers ago when my lack of a driver’s license and an intense craving for a McDonald’s happy meal got the best of me. I placed the order. Then, I placed another one.
What started as a few orders here and there soon became multiple orders a week. There also may have been a few days in which more than one driver rang my doorbell. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner or even dessert, I constantly catch myself staring at the app, tracking its status as I await my delicious meal’s arrival.
The weird thing is, I don’t feel guilty at all. Sure, this habit has taken over my monthly bank statements, but the satisfaction of touching a few buttons and receiving a steaming dish to enjoy in the comfort of my home is surreal.
UberEats has most definitely changed my life – for the better. And I can’t be the only one who feels this way. In fact, if you clicked on this article, you’re probably addicted to UberEats too.
If you came here looking for tips on how to stop spending an entire paycheck on feeding this addiction, you’re in the wrong place. Instead, this article is validation for the next time you place an order through the app. Spending money on UberEats shouldn’t come with guilt, and here’s why.
We’re literally in a pandemic right now.
It’s undeniable that UberEats has grown in popularity ever since COVID-19 trapped us in our homes, but this growth has most definitely been sparked for the right reasons. The platform has been the perfect tool for local restaurants to stay in business while providing jobs for those in the food and delivery industry. And most importantly, it encourages people to stay at home. While the pandemic may be an excuse, as I’m sure it only fuelled my addiction further, it’s definitely a valid one.
It’s dirt cheap … with coupons, of course.
Growing up, I had always been a money-conscious person. Ironically, this may be the exact reason why an UberEats coupon seals the deal for me each and every time. Whether it’s the usual 30% off or the occasional $10 off, the outcome is always the same: another meal purchased.
The deals are so good that resisting them almost feels like a loss. If used correctly, purchasing through the UberEats app with the use of coupons can actually be cheaper than physically grabbing food from a restaurant.
As a bonus, here are a few tips on using UberEats coupon codes:
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Activate coupons with the pick-up option if it’s convenient (and safe, of course) to leave your home. This eliminates any added delivery or service fees while discounting the regular price of a call-in order.
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Stack coupons with other deals on the app, such as the Buy 1 Get 1 Free or $0 Delivery Fee promotions. You’ll be shocked to find how often two meals can be purchased for the price of one while getting a huge discount on top of that.
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Unlock more coupons by ordering with specific codes. Oftentimes, UberEats will send an email with a coupon code, while informing customers that by using the code this week, five more coupons would be unlocked the following week. So, make sure all emails are read closely and calculate which codes to use accordingly to save as much as possible.
It’s money well spent.
The satisfaction of ordering a pint of gourmet ice-cream, twenty chicken McNuggets, or even a vegetarian bowl from Chipotle after a late-night study session is unmatched. Being a student is hard, and being a working student is even harder, so why not spend that hard-earned money on some enjoyment? Of course, conscious spending is important, but to me, purchasing delicious meals delivered right to my doorstep is money well spent. Not everyone may feel the same way I do, but I simply prefer allocating my money towards a dining experience over other things.
Overall, UberEats shouldn’t be a guilty pleasure – it should simply just be a pleasure. It’s always there for me in times of stress, celebration, and laziness. And while I do feel this way, I’m also extremely thankful to be in a comfortable position that lets me use this app as much as I do.