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After a 30-day experiment testing RatePunk - a browser extension and mobile app that automatically compares hotel prices and tracks flight deals - I found that it genuinely works, though it’s not a miracle tool. Setup was quick, and during daily browsing and real bookings, RatePunk consistently surfaced cheaper hotel rates about 60–70% of the time, saving me roughly $75 total, including $36 on a Denver stay. Its flight alerts occasionally caught price drops before major sites updated, offering early access to solid deals. While it struggles with boutique hotels or obscure destinations and sometimes links to member-only rates requiring sign-ups, it performs best for average travelers booking mid-range hotels on mainstream sites. Privacy-wise, it behaved transparently and caused no spam or data issues, and reviews online echo my experience - generally positive, with minor complaints about app design and rate accuracy. Ultimately, RatePunk automates comparison shopping, saves time and modest amounts of money, and works quietly in the background; it won’t revolutionize travel, but it’s a smart, low-effort tool worth keeping installed for anyone who books trips regularly.

Official Website - https://www.ratepunk.com/; https://www.ratepunk.com/reviews