The project is a short list on the fridge: paint, a new tap, and the right size of screws. I’d use the Lowe’s app to look up each item before heading out, then check the store’s aisle and bay information so I have a better idea where to go. If something is marked unavailable for pickup, I can check another store instead of building the trip around a missing item.

The app covers shopping across categories such as tools, appliances, flooring, lumber and outdoor furniture. Product pages offer larger images and 360-degree views, while customer ratings and reviews can help me compare options. For a local visit, the store finder provides an address, phone number and directions; selecting a store helps show its inventory, product locations and pricing. The app also has a weekly ad, same-day delivery for available purchases ordered by 2 p.m., an in-store mode, and a way to search past online orders by item name, order number or description text.

This is most useful when I already know roughly what I need. Product availability, pickup and delivery depend on the item and the store, so I’d verify the details for my selected location before setting off or counting on delivery. Location services can make store information more tailored, but I’d consider whether I want to grant that permission. If you’re comparing total costs, check any delivery charges and use price comparison elsewhere; coupons or gift cards may also affect where you choose to shop. Lowe’s Pay is included for purchases, but the app’s core value is tied to shopping at Lowe’s.

Install it if Lowe’s is a regular stop for your projects and you want store-specific product locations, shopping lists and order history in one place. Skip it if you mainly shop elsewhere, need a broad online marketplace, or want a neutral price comparison tool rather than one retailer’s catalog. For gift cards or cashback, check the terms of the service you plan to use before relying on it at checkout. Check the Google Play button just below if those store-focused tools fit your next project.