The Nectar Loyalty scheme is a nice little bonus for shoppers, but it’s not always clear how much your points are worth. Use the Nectar points calculator below to see how much your points are worth.
How much are Nectar points worth?
Simply put, 1 Nectar point is equal to half a penny.
Nectar points value
- 1 Nectar point is worth 0.5p
- 2 Nectar points are worth 1p
- 100 Nectar points are worth 50p
- 500 Nectar points are worth £2.50
- 1000 Nectar points are worth £5.00
- 2000 Nectar points are worth £10.00
- 5000 Nectar points are worth £25.00
Nectar points calculator
Find out how much your points are worth by entering them into the Nectar calculator below.
Can I trade my points for cash?
Nectar won’t allow you to trade your points for cold, hard money. However, you can put them towards the cost of your shopping at Sainsbury’s or for money off vouchers at other retailers.
How long do Nectar points last?
Nectar points don’t have an expiry date. However, they can be lost if your Nectar account is closed. And it’s important to note that Nectar may close your account if you haven’t used it over a 12-month period. If you have points on your card, it’s worth swiping at least once a year.
How do I get a Nectar card?
Joining is simple. Just visit the Nectar site and fill out a few details. Your online account will be created immediately and you should receive your physical card within 10 days.
Where can I collect Nectar points?
If you visit in person, you can collect points from:
- Argos
- Esso
- Sainsbury’s
- Great Western Railway
- South Western Railway
- TransPennine Express
On top of all those, there are plenty of other stores you can earn Nectar points when shopping online. Just visit the Nectar site, click on the link to the shop you want to visit and make a purchase. You will then be awarded your points. If you have a habit of forgetting, there’s a Nectar Notifier extension you can add to your browser to help you remember to collect your bonus Nectar points.
You can also link your Nectar and eBay accounts, which means you earn points every time you make a purchase.
And not only that, you can even collect points for free through the Daily Mail.
Where to spend Nectar points?
- Sainsbury’s
- Argos
- eBay
- London North Eastern Railway
- Eurostar
- Dulux
- Caffe Nero
- Sky Store
- Vue
- British Airways
- Convert them for Avios points
Some of Nectar’s partners allow you to get money off directly from your Nectar card. Others require you to phone and swap your points for vouchers.
How to earn more Nectar points
The Nectar website offers cashback in the way of Nectar points. Visit Nectar, click on a link for a retailer and make a purchase. You’ll then earn extra points.
Make sure you download the Nectar app. Here, you will find all kinds of special offers that can help boost the number of points you earn. Most deals are from Sainsbury’s, but you can earn some boosts from other retailers. Not only that, but the app gives you access to Nectar Prices, which gives you personalised offers, meaning discounts on selected items.
Keep an eye out for eBay too. They sometimes give you bonus points of up to six times their value when you make a purchase over a certain period.
If you have some free time, you can visit Nectar Canvass, which will give you with free Nectar points in exchange for completing surveys. But there are survey sites out there that pay far better.
If you’re a Daily Mail reader, make sure you use the free points on offer from the coupons in the paper.
There is also an American Express credit card (annual fee applies), which rewards you with Nectar points every time you use your card to spend.
For more information, why not take a look at the best ways to earn extra Nectar points?
Best way to use your Nectar points
Usually, I would suggest that you wait until one of Sainsbury’s Big Points Swap events if you want to get the best from your points.
Or, you can exchange your points at Sainsbury’s and stores like eBay, Argos and Esso.
Or find out more from my post on the best ways to spend your Nectar points.
FAQs
How many Nectar points do I need for £1?
To reach £1, you will need 200 Nectar points.
Is Nectar better than Tesco Clubcard?
At the moment, you can still earn more Clubcard points per £1 compared to Nectar, so Tesco is the more generous loyalty scheme.
Is the Nectar Double Up offer still available?
Nectar Double Up was a scheme that allowed customers to exchange their Nectar points for a voucher worth double their value. It was last seen in 2001, and it seems unlikely to return.
How can you find your Nectar balance?
Log in to the Nectar website or check the Nectar app. Alternatively, when you shop at a Sainsbury’s store and use your loyalty card, your balance will be shown at the bottom of your receipt.
How much is 1,000 Nectar points worth?
1,000 Nectar points is worth £5.
How many Nectar points for £100?
You will need 20,000 points for £100.
How much is 1 million Nectar points worth?
This is worth £5,000.