How It Works

Find the cheapest fuel near you in three simple steps

1

Allow Location Access

When you first open Pump Price, you'll be asked to allow location access. This lets the app find fuel stations near you automatically. Don't worry - your location data never leaves your device and is only used to show nearby stations.

  • GPS automatically finds your location
  • Or manually search by postcode or address
  • Your location is private and secure
  • Works anywhere in the UK
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2

Browse & Filter Stations

View all nearby fuel stations sorted by price. Use smart filters to narrow down your search by fuel type (Petrol, Diesel, Premium) and distance radius (3-20 miles). See stations on an interactive map or in a scrollable list.

  • See prices from 14+ UK retailers
  • Filter by fuel type: E10, E5, B7, SDV
  • Adjust search radius: 3-20 miles
  • Switch between map and list view
  • Results sorted by lowest price first
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3

Navigate to Station

Found the cheapest station? Tap the station card to see navigation options. Choose your preferred app (Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze) and get turn-by-turn directions instantly.

  • One-tap navigation
  • Works with Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze
  • See full station details before navigating
  • Save favorites for quick access (Pro)
  • Get price alerts at favorite stations (Pro)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How often are prices updated?

Fuel prices are fetched in real-time from each retailer's API whenever you search. This ensures you always see the most current prices available.

Which fuel retailers are supported?

We support 14+ major UK fuel retailers including BP, Shell, ESSO, Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Jet, MFG, Moto, Applegreen, Ascona Group, Rontec, and SGN.

Do I need location permission?

Location permission is recommended for the best experience, but not required. If you deny location access, you can manually search by postcode or address.

What's the difference between E10, E5, B7, and SDV?

E10 is standard petrol (95 octane), E5 is premium petrol (97-99 octane), B7 is standard diesel, and SDV is premium diesel (Super Diesel). These are UK standard fuel codes.

What does Pump Price Pro include?

Pro features include: unlimited favorite stations, price change alerts for monitored fuel types, and ad-free experience. It's a one-time purchase available in the app.