Products

Here are some of the products I use, enjoy, and would recommend to others. Please check that the referral rewards I shared are still ongoing. I’m unable to update this webpage every time the referral bonus changes.

Disclosure: I may get compensated from the referrals below.1I got bills to pay.


Apps

Readwise / Readwise Reader (global)
Your reward: One extra month of free trial.
Use invite link: https://readwise.io/i/guan_jie

Why I use it: Readwise Reader helps me keep track of what I’ve read, what I want to read later, and allows me to make highlights on articles, videos, tweets, which are saved and resurfaced via Readwise. I use this everyday. If you’re a student, be sure to use their student discount.

Waking Up (global)
Your reward: One month free trial, without credit card details.
Use invite link: https://dynamic.wakingup.com/guestpass/SC0784D67

Why I use it: “To let everything be as it is.” And “what you really have, moment after moment after moment, is your mind. Wouldn’t it be good if you could make a friend of it?”2These are quotes from Waking Up.

Airalo (global)
Your reward: 3 USD to use within Airalo.
Use referral code: GUANJI3466

Why I use it: Affordable and hassle-free way to buy an eSIM for travel. That being said, they might not be the lowest cost provider, so check with Shopee too.


Payments

Trust Bank (Singapore)
Your reward: $10 in FairPrice digital voucher.
Use referral code: 3X84AY7B

Why I use it: Competitive exchange rates with no foreign exchange fee tacked on top. Allows for cash withdrawals in the local currency when abroad. Accepted where Visa is accepted.

YouTrip (Singapore)
Your reward: $5 after your first top up.
Use invite link:3This link expires on 25 September 2024 https://youtrip.onelink.me/3xWB/w8dq2obo

Why I use it: Competitive exchange rates with no foreign exchange fee tacked on top. Also allows conversion into selected currencies before spending.4Useful if you want to convert currencies before spending it. Accepted where Mastercard is accepted.

Kris+ (Singapore)
Your reward: $5 to spend using Kris+.
Use invite link via mobile: https://sqkrisplus.page.link/q77JfyEKnKbd42UM7 or referral code: F430467

Why I use it: Earns miles for Singapore Airlines, on top of the your card rewards. And the app may offer exclusive discounts like 10% off the bill.

Shopback (Singapore)
Your reward: $5 in cashback after spending $20 with Shopback.
Use invite link: https://app.shopback.com/RLR4QwawxLb

Why I use it: Get a small discount from purchases which would have happened regardless.


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Footnotes
  • 1
    I got bills to pay.
  • 2
    These are quotes from Waking Up.
  • 3
    This link expires on 25 September 2024
  • 4
    Useful if you want to convert currencies before spending it.