SmartFuel iPhone App Finds The Cheapest Fuel, So You Don't Have To
by Joe White
September 24, 2011
If you're a car owner, you'll no doubt know that the price of gasoline can greatly vary from station to station. Fortunately, an iPhone app called "SmartFuel" can help. The clever application uses GPS to find the cheapest gas near you, and what's more, the app has just received an impressive update.
According to the application's developer:
SmartFuel provides the most accurate prices available by accessing the world’s leading fuel price database with over 130,000 stations nationwide and automatically calculates how much you’ll save at the pump. Gas prices vary widely from station to station, often as much as $.25 per gallon! With these fluctuations, you can save up to $5 every time you fill up.However, the application has recently been updated. As outlined in the app's release notes, changes made in the latest version include:
In order to use SmartFuel, simply download the free app and subscribe to the service. Currently, a six month subscription is priced at $4.99, and the app is available to download for free (new users also get a 30 day trial). Take a look at SmartFuel in the App Store now, and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments.
- All new My SmartFuel tab
- Favorite Stations
- Brand Filters
- Station Details
- Comments and Ratings
- FourSquare check-ins
- $2.99 Yearly Membership
- Much more!