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Adding fuel to the bonfire that is cost of living, fuel prices have surged. This shocks no one. But with each service station seeming to operate near-independently, not to mention the differences between companies, how are you meant to locate the cheapest fuel near you?
Luckily, there's an app for this. Or at least 7.
Each app tracks prices across different states and territories, so make sure you're using the right one for your location, especially if you travel around the country.
The information below is current at 28th April 2026.
Petrol Spy provides a map with real-time petrol prices Australia-wide , and allows you to report fuel prices to help other drivers.
Available on Google Play, the Apple App Store, and web browsers.
Website: https://petrolspy.com.au/
Fuel Map Australia is a crowd-based database of petrol stations and fuel prices Australia-wide, with real-time fuel prices for WA, NSW and Queensland updated automatically from government sources.
Available on Google Play, the Apple App Store, and Windows.
Website: http://fuelmap.com.au/
The FuelCheck NSW app provides real-time fuel prices for over 2300 petrol stations in NSW and 60 petrol stations in ACT. The app lets you personalise your favourite petrol stations and addresses and set up alerts for petrol price drops.
Available on Google Play, the Apple App Store, and web browsers.
Website: https://www.fuelcheck.nsw.gov.au/
FuelCheck TAS provides real-time fuel prices for over 200 petrol stations in Tasmania. The app also lets you view trends for details such as petrol price cycles, cheapest days to fill up and the price range for petrol in your area.
Available on Google Play, the Apple App Store, and web browsers.
Website: https://www.fuelcheck.tas.gov.au/
Vroom Fuel Price Compare helps you find cheap petrol near you if you live in Queensland, NSW, TAS, or SA. The app uses government data to provide up-to-date pricing and helps you navigate to your chosen petrol station.
Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
Website: https://www.vroomvroomvroom.com.au/vroom-fuel-price-compare/
Servo Saver is a Victoria-exclusive fuel search that is part of the Service Victoria app. It provides up-to-date fuel pricing for servos across the state, for different fuel types, and also allows you to see the the fuel price cap for the next day.
Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
Website: https://service.vic.gov.au/find-services/transport-and-driving/servo-saver
The Simples: Compare & Save app lets you compare a range of different products, including fuel prices. Reports real-time petrol prices and savings across major and independent petrol stations.
Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
Website: https://www.comparethemarket.com.au/fuel/simples-fuel-app/
While finding cheap fuel prices could help you fill up for less, it’s also good to know about other tips and tricks that could help you save at the bowser. Other than using a fuel check app, here are three additional things to think about when planning your next trip to the petrol station.
Knowing the petrol price cycle, such as when petrol prices are typically higher and lower in your area could help you get cheaper petrol.
You could track this with fuel check apps, monitor the news, or check in on reports from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) which tracks petrol price cycles in Australia’s major cities.
You could earn a discount on your next petrol purchase when you shop with major grocery chains like Woolworths and Coles by joining their loyalty program.
These programs will generally have specific terms and conditions that you’ll need to meet in order to be eligible for a fuel discount, such as spending a minimum amount and scanning your loyalty card in your grocery shop. It’s best to visit the Woolworths and Coles websites to check these details and see what you could save.
The fuel discounts are also typically tied to a specific petrol provider (e.g. Shell), so you may want to check what petrol stations and grocery stores are around you to find the option that will work best for you.
The way you drive could be affecting how often you're fuelling up. Turns out it really is about the journey, not the destination.
Maintaining a steady speed where possible and appropriate could help you reduce how much petrol you use, and ultimately help you save on how much you’re spending on petrol in the long-run.
Other ways to ensure you’re using your fuel efficiently are avoiding accelerating rapidly and braking harshly.
These are just a selection of apps and tips to help you save on petrol. Remember, everyone’s needs and circumstances are different, so make sure you find what works best for you, whether it’s a fuel check app or other fuel-saving
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