Cheap as Chips

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Cheap as Chips is an Australian discount variety retailer selling low-cost homewares, cleaning products, party supplies, seasonal goods, and general merchandise.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
cheapaschips.com.au

About Cheap as Chips

Cheap as Chips is an Australian discount variety retailer based in Adelaide, South Australia, with stores across SA and several other states. They specialise in low-cost homewares, cleaning and laundry products, party supplies, toys, pet supplies, seasonal items (Christmas, Easter, summer, etc.), snacks, and general household merchandise. Customers can shop in-store or browse selected ranges online via cheapaschips.com.au, where they regularly promote catalogue specials and clearance deals.

A Cheap as Chips charge will usually appear on your bank or card statement after you make a purchase in one of their stores or place an order through their website. Most charges are one‑off transaction amounts for the value of your shopping, but you may also see separate charges or adjustments for online orders, delivery fees, or partial refunds. In some cases, your bank may show a small “pending” or pre-authorisation amount when you first tap or insert your card, which is then replaced by the final transaction once it’s processed.

If you don’t recognise a Cheap as Chips charge, first check whether you or someone in your household recently shopped at one of their stores, purchased seasonal or party supplies, or placed an online order using your card. Match the date and amount to any receipts, email order confirmations, or bank notifications. For help, go to cheapaschips.com.au and use the contact form or store finder to call the store listed on your receipt; provide the exact transaction date, amount, and the last 4 digits of your card so staff can look up the sale. For suspected fraud, contact your bank immediately to dispute the transaction and request that your card be blocked or replaced.

Bank Statement Variations

2 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Cheap as Chips.

  1. CHEAP AS CHIPS NURIOOTPA AUS
  2. CHEAP AS CHIPS SWAN HILL AUS

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a Cheap as Chips charge on my statement when I only shopped in-store with tap-and-go?

Cheap as Chips in-store purchases made with tap-and-go, chip, or contactless wallet (Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.) are processed as card transactions that will appear on your bank or credit card statement. The descriptor often includes wording like “CHEAP AS CHIPS” plus a store location or suburb. The amount should match your printed or emailed receipt from the store visit on that date.

Does Cheap as Chips offer subscriptions or recurring billing?

Cheap as Chips is a discount retail store and does not typically run subscription or membership billing like streaming or software services. Most charges are one-time transactions for in-store or online purchases. If you see multiple Cheap as Chips charges, it usually means separate shopping trips or several online orders rather than a recurring subscription.

Why is there a small or duplicate Cheap as Chips amount showing as ‘pending’?

Some banks temporarily show a pre-authorisation or “pending” amount when your card is first processed at the checkout or online, especially if the final total changes due to discounts or adjustments. This can look like a duplicate or slightly different Cheap as Chips charge. The pending amount should automatically drop off, leaving only the final, correct transaction within a few business days; if it does not, contact your bank for clarification.

How can I get a copy of my Cheap as Chips receipt to verify this charge?

For in-store purchases, your best option is the original paper receipt given at the checkout. If that’s been misplaced, visit or call the specific store (location usually appears in the statement descriptor) with the exact date, time window, and amount so they can attempt to locate the transaction on their system. For online orders, check your email for the order confirmation from cheapaschips.com.au or log into your account on their website (if you created one) to view order history and invoices.

How do refunds or returns from Cheap as Chips show up on my bank statement?

Approved refunds are usually processed back to the original payment method used at Cheap as Chips (same card or account). On your statement, this will appear as a separate entry from the original purchase, typically labelled with “CHEAP AS CHIPS” and a negative or credited amount. Depending on your bank, it can take a few business days from when the refund is processed in-store or online for the credit to appear.

What should I do if I don’t recognise a Cheap as Chips transaction at all?

First, confirm that no one in your household or business used your card to shop at Cheap as Chips or place an online order. If nobody recognises the purchase, contact your bank or card issuer immediately to report an unrecognised charge, request a card security check, and, if needed, cancel and replace the card. You can also reach out to Cheap as Chips via the contact page on cheapaschips.com.au or by calling the store listed in the transaction descriptor and provide the date, time, and amount so they can investigate whether the card was used in their system.

Why is the Cheap as Chips amount slightly different from what I remember spending?

Differences can occur if discounts, markdowns, additional items, or surcharges (like bags or small add-ons) were applied at checkout, or if you returned an item and received a partial refund. For online orders, the final amount may change if items were out of stock and removed, or if shipping options were adjusted. Compare the statement amount with your receipt or email order confirmation; if they still don’t match, contact Cheap as Chips customer service with both the receipt details and bank transaction details.

Can I pay with multiple methods at Cheap as Chips, and how will that appear on my statement?

Many Cheap as Chips stores allow split payments (for example, part cash and part card) at the checkout. Only the card portion will appear on your bank or credit card statement, under the Cheap as Chips descriptor, for the exact amount charged to that card. If the total you remember spending is higher than the amount on your statement, check whether you paid the rest in cash, gift card, or another card.

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