12 Domino’s Hacks for Free and Cheap Pizza
One million customers enjoy a hot, delicious Domino’s pizza every day! That goes to show that Domino’s is the go-to choice for pizza lovers everywhere, and who doesn't love pizza, right? But what if we tell you that you can get Domino's for less, or even free? You can use a few Domino's hacks to score cheap and free food. We will tell you how to do it. In this blog, we will share 12 Domino's hacks for free and cheap food so you can save big and eat bigger.
Domino's Hacks for Free Pizza
1. Order a Large Pizza Instead of Two Small Pizzas
If you take a look at the Domino's menu, you can see that a small pan pizza (with toppings) costs $11, but a large one costs $17. So, instead of paying $22 for two small pizzas, you can get one large pizza for $5 less. You can put that money towards extra dipping sauce or drinks.
| Saving Trick: There is another hack you can try, which may not always work. You can get a large pizza at the price of one. Here is how you do it: go to the website or app, add a medium pizza and customize it, and right before checkout, change the size to large. This trick may work sometimes because Domino's ordering system tends to apply offers based on the initial item selected. You can take advantage of that. |
2. Take Advantage of Limited-Time Offers
Check out the Domino's app and website regularly, and you can find ongoing offers here. You can also have a look at the Domino's menu and see what items you can explore.
- They have a mix and match menu where you can explore various items without paying premium prices. Select any 2 or more menu items for $6.99 each. You can get combos of items on sandwiches, pasta, and pizza. You can also get extras and add some pizzazz to your order.
- Opt for carryout specials and get pizzas, wings, and other sides for a reduced price, often around $7.99 each, for carryout orders.
Sometimes, there are unbelievable offers like the Domino's Emergency Pizza, where Domino's gave away $1 million worth of free pizzas to customers with student debt. So, keep an eye out for such offers to save big.
| Saving Tip: If you want to save more, you can get lunch deals every day from 11 AM to 2 PM. Pay just $35 for a full meal and enjoy your Domino's order. |
3. Try out Domino's Best Deal Ever!
While the Two for Tuesday offer may be popular in the UK, the Best Deal Ever is Domino's most popular deal in the USA. You can get any pizza with any toppings on various crusts (excluding Parmesan Stuffed Crust) for just $9.99, so if you're craving some good pizza. Try out Domino's "Best Deal Ever, and get the pizza of your choice.
NOTE: This may be a limited-time offer, so please check the Domino's website and app for confirmation.
4. Look for Domino's Coupons
You could save a lot more if you just looked for coupons/deals before ordering. Search for active Domino's coupons on coupon platforms like GrabOn and get a list of curated offers you can use. Just go to the website and search for "Domino's in the search bar. Copy the coupon code you want and apply it during checkout. It's that easy.
| Quick Tip for Pizza lovers: GrabOn offers Pizza Hut promo codes as well, which you can take advantage of. There are plenty of pizza deals you can use to save on your next pizza order. So, if you crave pizza next, don't forget to explore the coupons before ordering. |
5. Use Complementary Dips and Ditch the Wedges
You get one complementary dip with every pizza that you order. However, you need to pay $5 more for dipping sauces like BBQ and Ranch. So, try to ration your dips and use them wisely so you don't have to spend an extra $5 on dips. You can also ditch the wedges you get along the sides. Potato wedges usually cost $15. Rather than getting it from Domino's, you can get the wedges from the supermarket, and it will cost you half of what you pay at Domino's.
6. Select the Carryout Option Instead of Delivery
Rather than paying a delivery fee, try picking up your order. It will save you money as well as time. Domino's offers a carryout option, where you can choose the location where you would like to pick up your order. You can also ask for car-side delivery, so you can get your order directly to your car. Domino's charges delivery fees depending on your location, but you still end up paying $4.39 to $7 or more as delivery fees. Opt for carryout delivery and save on unnecessary delivery fees.
7. Take Advantage of the Domino's Pizza Insurance
Domino's does not offer insurance in the traditional sense of the word, but it offers a free Carryout Insurance and a Delivery Insurance. You can claim them if you face any problems with your orders.
- Carryout Insurance: This is a free insurance program applicable to carryout orders. It covers accidental damage. That means if your pizza is damaged after you leave the store, you can return it to the store and get a replacement within two hours. The pizza should be uneaten and in its original packaging for you to claim the insurance.
- Delivery Insurance: If you are not satisfied with your delivery orders, then Domino's will make it right. You can submit a claim within 16 hours, and the store will resolve your issue in time.
8. Student Discount from UNiDAYS and StudentBeans
If you are a student who is cramming for the exams or you just want a late-night snack, you can get a discount on your next Domino's order. Domino's offers student discounts across the world. But the offers may vary by region and platform. Domino's occasionally offers a student discount in the US through third-party sites like UNiDAYS and StudentBeans.
For example, you can get offers like $6.99 Mix and Match Deal, $7.99 All Pizzas, and more on StudentBeans. On UNiDAYS, you can find offers like 30% off when you spend $25 on your order or get a large pizza at just $9.99, or 50% off on a full-price pizza.
How to Get the Student Discount
- Visit UNiDAYS or StudentBeans and type "Domino's in the search bar.
- If there is any ongoing student offer, you can find it on the specific brand page.
- Click on the offer you want to redeem and verify your Student Status by sharing your student ID.
- You will get the unique coupon code to use on your order. Apply it during checkout and enjoy the discount.
9. Take Advantage of the Staff Discount
Just like student discounts, Domino's offers a staff discount, but it also varies by location and franchise. While some locations may offer a 50% discount on all food items, others may only apply a 50% discount to pizza. Domino's offers various types of deals for its employees.
- For corporate employees: The people who work from the office, full-time in the corporate team, often get employee discounts on food and get access to a discount portal.
- For Franchise employees: Employees working at the franchise location get a discount on food that can range from 30% to 75%.
If you have a friend who works at Domino's, you can ask them to share the discount with you, so you can enjoy the benefits together.
10. Earn Free Domino's with Rewards
Well, there is cheap and then there is free. With Domino's Rewards, you can get a free Domino's item by using rewards. For every order you place on Domino's, you will earn rewards. For example, if you get 1 order of $5 or more, you earn 10 points. Once you stack up 20 points, you can get free things from Domino’s.
| Reward points | What you can redeem |
| 20 points | A free dipping cup, 16-piece Parmesan bread bites, and a 20-oz drink |
| 40 points | Bread twists or stuffed cheesy bread |
| 60 points | A free medium, two-topping pizza, pasta, an oven-baked sandwich, or a 3-piece order of choco lava cake. |
11. Domino's Smart Slice Rewards Program
Source: Domino's Rewards
Domino's has two types of reward programs. One program is for customers (that was mentioned above), and the other is a rewards program for US schools that purchase Domino's Smart Slice Pizza for their lunch programs.
The Smart Slice Pizza program is a way to provide pizza to students. These pizzas are engineered to meet USDA school lunch nutrition standards and have low sodium. Schools that join this program earn points every time they make a purchase. These points can be used to acquire various items to support the schools (not just food).
12. Get Cashback on Your Orders
When there are no coupons to go for, you can try out cashback and still save on your pizza order. There are sites like TopCashback and MyCashbacks.com where you can get cashback on your purchase. It doesn't cost you anything, and you get free cash for placing the order. You can use these cashback sites for other cashback offers too.
Bonus Saving Hacks for Domino's Pizza Lovers
For some, pizza is life, and we get it! That's why we have shared some extra tips to help you save on your next big pizza order.
- Join relevant Reddit communities dedicated to Domino's or Pizza, like r/Dominos, r/PizzaDeals, and r/Frugal. Users often share the deals/coupons that worked for them here.
- Call the local Domino's store or ask the representative if they have any ongoing promotions you can use.
- Download the Domino's app and place an order from it. Sometimes, you can get app-only deals that aren't available on the website.
- Search for deals for friends or large groups. Domino's consistently offers a Friends combo or combo offers you can take advantage of as a large group.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get Domino's for cheap?
If you are looking for some deals to get Domino's for cheap, you can start by looking for coupons on platforms like GrabOn. Search for the menu and the combo offers they have. Find out if you are eligible for student (or other discounts.)
How can I get 50% off on Domino's?
Domino's has limited-time offers like 50% off on full-size pizza. You can take advantage of this offer when it is live. If you are a Domino's staff member, you get a 50% off on your orders as well. For more offers, you can always check the app or the website.
What is the 20-minute rule for Domino's?
The 20-minute rule at Domino's is a delivery guarantee offered in only select locations. The policy promises a 20-minute pizza delivery for a small fee, and if the delivery is late, it offers a free pizza voucher as compensation. However, this rule is only applicable to Australia, India, and New Zealand.
Does Domino's still give free pizza if it’s late?
No, Domino's does not have a standard "free pizza if late policy in most regions. But there are many countries and locations where it still offers a free pizza if the delivery takes longer than expected. Read the specific policy of the relevant Domino's to know if it has a free pizza if late policy.
