
Get help with holiday shopping at DoorDash with $0 delivery fees on eligible orders with Dashpass. Terms and other fees may apply. This offer is valid through December 16, 2025. Shop Now at DoorDash

Change your DoorDash delivery fee, not your ordering habits. Get $0 delivery fees on eligible orders with DashPass. This DoorDash is an ongoing offer. Shop Now at DoorDash

DoorDash DashPass members can get 10% off select digital gift cards. Limit up to four per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2025. Shop Now at DoorDash

Get 20% off at DoorDash with promo code "WAWA20OFF". This offer is valid for a limited time only. Shop Now at DoorDash

A DoorDash DashPass Membership is $9.99 per month or $96 annually ($8/month). Other exlusive benefits include:
- $0 delivery fees and lower service fees on eligible orders
- Member-exclusive deals on restaurants, groceries, and more
- 5% to 10% off Lyft rides, up to four discounted rides per month. Terms apply.
- HBO Max Basic With Ads for free with the Annual Plan.
Cancel anytime. This DoorDash offer is ongoing. Buy Now at DoorDash

DashPass members can get 10% off digital gift cards. Limit four per month. Term and exlusions may apply. This DoorDash offer is ongoing. Shop Now at DoorDash

Receive up to 30% off at DoorDash with promo code "30FROMDD". This coupon code is ongoing at DoorDash. Some exclusions may apply. Shop Now at DoorDash

Promo code "FNM73V" will take 45% off your next DoorDash purchase. Some exclusions may apply. Shop Now at DoorDash

Get 20% off your next DoorDash purchase with promo code "GRAB20". This DoorDash offer is ongoing. Some exclusions may apply. Shop Now at DoorDash

Take $10 off your next DoorDash order with promo code "SAVE30NOW". This coupon code expires November 7, 2025. Exclusions apply. Shop Now at DoorDash

Get 40% off your first two DoorDash orders with promo code "40DEAL". Some exclusions may apply. This coupon code is valid for a limited time only. Shop Now at DoorDash

Apply promo code "rAyTbRDghjQ3m1df" to get 60% off at DoorDash. The same code will get you free delivery for one year. Some exclusions may apply. This coupon code expires December 31, 2025. Shop Now at DoorDash

Enter promo code "DG40" to get 40% off your next DoorDash order of $20 or more. This coupon code is valid through October 31, 2025. Some exclusions may apply. Buy Now at DoorDash

Enter promo code "THRIVE5" at checkout to get 60% off your next DoorDash order. Some exclusions may apply. This coupon code is valid through October 30, 2025. Shop Now at DoorDash

Add $15 or more worth of food and drink to your Dave & Buster's order at DoorDash to get this deal. This October 2025 offer takes 30% off, up to a maximum of $8. At participating Dave & Buster's locations only. Delivery fees will vary by location. Shop Now at DoorDash

Add $15 or more worth of food and drink to your Krispy Kreme order at DoorDash to get this October 2025 discount. Valid at participating Krispy Kreme stores only. Delivery fees will vary by location. Shop Now at DoorDash

Use promo code "DG40" to get this discount at participating Dollar General stores at DoorDash. This 2025 offer takes 40% off orders of $20 or more, up to a maximum of $12. The deal ends October 31. Shop Now at DoorDash

Use promo code "PEPSI3" to get $3 off any order of $20 or more that contain a Pepsi drink at participating stores at DoorDash. Eligible drinks include Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Pepsi Zero Sugar, Mtn Dew, Mug, or Starry. This 2025 deal ends October 23. Shop Now at DoorDash

Add $20 or more worth of food and drink to your Del Taco order at DoorDash to get this $3 off savings in October 2025. At participating locations only. Delivery fees vary by location. Shop Now at DoorDash

DoorDash Rewards Mastercard credit card holders get a free Dashpass membership for themselves and one secondary user for 12 months after opening the card in October 2025. Orders must be placed with the same Mastercard. The Dashpass membership will auto-renew at $96 per year until canceled. (You can also earn another free 1-year membership by spending $10,000 or more on your DoorDash Rewards Mastercard in that anniversary year.) You'll earn up to 4% cashback with orders placed using this credit card. You also get 10% off one convenience, grocery, alcohol, or DashMart order every month, up to $15 off. Shop Now at DoorDash
DoorDash has evolved from a food delivery service into a comprehensive local commerce platform, offering delivery from restaurants, grocery stores, convenience shops, and more. For savvy consumers and DealNews readers, understanding its fee structure, the value of its DashPass subscription, and money-saving strategies is key to leveraging this convenience without overspending. This guide aims to break down DoorDash's operations, helping users order smart and maximize savings.
A DoorDash order typically includes the food cost, sales tax, and variable fees like delivery ($1.99-$5.99+), service (10-15% of subtotal), small order ($2-$3), and occasional regulatory fees, plus an optional Dasher tip. The DashPass subscription ($9.99/mo or $96/yr; $4.99/mo or $48/yr for students) offers $0 delivery fees and reduced service fees on eligible orders, potentially saving frequent users significant money. Annual U.S. DashPass plans now often include a Max Basic With Ads streaming subscription, enhancing their value. To gain a clearer picture of what these charges can really add up to and how they stack against competing platforms, check out our writeup of the current costs of DoorDash and what to expect when ordering in 2025.
To save the most on DoorDash, consider a DashPass subscription if you order frequently, especially the student plan if eligible, or the annual plan which may include Max (whose own subscription can be around $100-$120/yr or see increases). Leverage free DashPass offers through credit card perks (e.g., Chase Sapphire Preferred, Mastercard) or other partnerships. Always check the "Offers" hub for promo codes and restaurant deals. Opt for "Pickup" to avoid delivery/service fees and earn DashPass credits. Utilize DoubleDash for bundled deliveries, refer friends, use group orders, and explore payment options like Klarna or HSA/FSA/SNAP benefits for eligible items. According to DoorDash's 2025 Delivery Trends Report, popular orders range from fries and chicken quesadillas to a growing interest in non-alcoholic beverages.
Canceling a DoorDash order is time-sensitive and done via the app; refunds depend on order status. DashPass can be canceled through account settings, with benefits typically lasting until the end of the paid billing cycle. As a global company with recent acquisitions like Deliveroo and SevenRooms in 2025, DoorDash's operations are detailed in their Consumer Terms and Conditions. For support, the DoorDash Customer Support page offers comprehensive assistance. Understanding these aspects helps users navigate DoorDash effectively and economically.