Tims Rewards is Tim Hortons' free loyalty program that lets you earn points on eligible purchases and redeem them for free food and drinks. Whether you're grabbing coffee every morning or treating yourself to lunch, it's a simple way to start saving money on your everyday spending.
This guide explains how to earn and redeem points, how much your points are worth, and how Tims Rewards stacks up against the competition.
Key Takeaways
- Tim Hortons Rewards program gives you 10 points for every dollar spent.
- Once you reach a certain level of points, they will be automatically redeemed to cover the purchase of an eligible item.
- Redeemable items, like donuts, coffee, and sandwiches, start at 300 points.
What is Tims Rewards?
Tims Rewards is a free loyalty program from Canada's favourite coffee house, Tim Hortons. Members earn 10 points for every $1 spent on eligible purchases.
Points can be redeemed for various menu items, including coffee, tea, donuts, sandwiches, and more. Members get additional benefits too, like exclusive offers and birthday rewards.
How to earn Tim Hortons rewards
Here’s how to get started and take advantage of Tims Rewards:
- Sign Up: Create an account via the Tim Hortons app or website.
- Earn Points: Earn 10 points for every $1 spent on eligible purchases.
- Scan to earn: Present your digital or physical Tims Rewards card at checkout.
- Bonus opportunities: Participate in promotions, like 2x points days or special offers.
Remember: Points expire 12 months after you earn them, and you can only save a maximum of 300,000 points at one time.
Earn with the Tim Hortons app
- Download the app
- Register your account and verify your email
- Use the app (scan the code) every time order in store
- Order online via the app to earn points automatically
Earn with a Tims Rewards card
You can get a Tims Rewards card at any Tim Hortons location.
- Register your Tims Rewards card on the app or website
- Scan the card when making purchases in-store.
Earn with a Tims® Mastercard
Tim Hortons has two credit cards: the Tims Mastercard (from Neo Financial) and the Secured Tims® Mastercard. Cardholders earn up to 15 Tims Rewards points for every $1 spent on gas, groceries, public transit, and EV charging.
- Use your Tims Mastercard to make purchases either in-store or via the app.
- Scan your physical card or app to earn more points.
How to redeem Tim Hortons rewards
Tims Rewards uses a tiered redemption system based on the number of points you’ve earned. Each tier or level unlocks specific food or drink items you can claim for free.
Once you reach the required points, your reward will automatically apply to a qualifying item, unless you choose to save your points.
Tims Rewards redemption levels
| Reward Level | Points Required | Sample Items You Can Redeem |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 300 | * Classic donuts * Specialty donuts * Hashbrowns * Cookies |
| Level 2 | 400 | * Coffee * Tea * Dream donuts * Filled rings * Dream cookies * Bagels * Baked goods |
| Level 3 | 600 | * Hot chocolate * French vanilla * Iced coffee * Wedges * Garlic bread |
| Level 4 | 800 | * Queencherrs * Cold brew * Classic Iced Capp * Timbits 10-pack * Yogurt * Frozen beverages * Espresso drinks |
| Level 5 | 1,100 | * Breakfast sandwiches * Soups |
| Level 6 | 1,300 | * Farmers wraps * Scrambled egg loaded wraps * Scrambled egg loaded boxes * Classic bagel BELTs * Lunch sandwiches * Chili |
| Level 7 | 1,800 | * Loaded bowls * Loaded wraps * Flatbread pizzas |
Table last updated on June 3, 2025. Items may vary by location and availability.
You can also choose to save your points. Instead of choosing a reward level, simply set the "Redeem my Points" slider to "off," and you'll continue accumulating points until they either expire or you hit the account limit.
Redeeming points
After you sign in on the app, click the "Rewards" box on the right of the home page, then switch to the "Redeem" tab. You'll see the current reward level you have chosen. Click "Change Reward Level" to see all your options divided into four categories:
- Beverages
- Baked goods
- Breakfast
- Lunch & dinner
Once you select a level, your points will automatically be redeemed for items within that category when you buy one of them and have enough points to cover it.
How much are Tims Rewards points worth?
Tims Rewards points are worth anywhere from 3.2 to 8.0 cents per point, depending on what you redeem them for.
On average, you’ll get about 4.9 cents per point, though your best value comes from redeeming for baked goods like specialty donuts or bagels. Beverages and combo meals tend to offer slightly lower value per point, especially premium drinks and larger food items.
Using local Tim Hortons pricing, we broke down the cents-per-point (CPP) value for each reward level and item type. Here's what your points are really worth:
| Redemption option | Category | Points needed | Regular price | Cents per point value (CPP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee | Beverages | 400 | $1.83* | 4.6 |
| Tea | Beverages | 400 | $1.99 | 4.9 |
| Hot Chocolate | Beverages | 600 | $2.69 | 4.5 |
| French Vanilla | Beverages | 600 | $2.79 | 4.7 |
| Iced Coffee | Beverages | 600 | $2.49 | 4.2 |
| Fruit Quenchers | Beverages | 800 | $2.82* | 3.5 |
| Cold Brew | Beverages | 800 | $3.24* | 3.2 |
| Classic ICED CAPP | Beverages | 800 | $3.59 | 4.5 |
| Frozen Beverages | Beverages | 800 | $3.34* | 4.2 |
| Espresso Drinks | Beverages | 800 | $3.99 | 5.0 |
| Classic Donuts | Baked Goods | 300 | $1.59 | 5.3 |
| Specialty Donuts | Baked Goods | 300 | $2.39* | 8.0 |
| Cookies | Baked Goods | 300 | $1.49 | 5.0 |
| Dream Donuts | Baked Goods | 400 | $2.39* | 6.0 |
| Bagels | Baked Goods | 400 | $2.59 | 6.8 |
| Baked Goods | Baked Goods | 400 | $2.09* | 5.2 |
| Box of 10 Timbits | Baked Goods | 800 | $2.99 | 3.7 |
| Hash Browns | Breakfast | 300 | $1.99 | 6.6 |
| Breakfast Sandwiches | Breakfast | 1,100 | $4.35* | 4.0 |
| BELT | Breakfast | 1,300 | $5.64* | 4.3 |
| Farmers Breakfast Sandwiches | Breakfast | 1,300 | $5.49 | 4.2 |
| Wedges | Lunch & Dinner | 600 | $2.79 | 4.7 |
| Lunch Sandwiches | Lunch & Dinner | 1,300 | $5.99* | 4.6 |
| Chili | Lunch & Dinner | 1,300 | $5.99 | 4.6 |
| Loaded Wraps & Bowls | Lunch & Dinner | 1,800 | $7.52* | 4.2 |
| Flatbread Pizzas | Lunch & Dinner | 1,800 | $7.49* | 4.2 |
* Please note: Any price with an asterisk is an average price of several subcategory items within a specific category. The table above was last updated on July 31, 2024 and prices may vary based on your location.
What is your best redemption option?
The table below shows the average CPP value for each category and subcategory, plus the best item to redeem if you want to get the most out of your points.
To maximize value:
- Redeem points for items that offer the highest cent-per-point value, such as savoury pastries.
- Be cautious of items that offer lower value per point.
| Category | Subcategory | Average CPP value | Best item to redeem for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beverages | Brewed Coffee and Tea | 4.8 | Tea (4.9 CPP) |
| Beverages | Hot Chocolate, French Vanilla, Iced Coffee | 4.5 | French Vanilla (4.7 CPP) |
| Beverages | Real Fruit Quenchers, Cold Brew, Classic Iced Capp, Frozen Beverages, Espresso Drinks | 4.1 | Espresso Drinks (5.0 CPP) |
| Baked Goods | Classic Donuts, Specialty Donuts, Cookies | 6.1 | Speciality Donut (8.0 CPP) |
| Baked Goods | Dream donuts, Bagels, Baked Goods | 6.4 | Bagels (6.8 CPP) |
| Breakfast | Breakfast Sandwiches | 3.1 | Sausage or Bacon Breakfast Sandwich (3.3 CPP) |
| Breakfast | BELT and Farmers Breakfast Sandwiches | 4.2 | BELT (4.3 CPP) |
| Lunch | Wedges | 4.7 | N/A |
| Lunch | Lunch Sandwiches or Chili | 4.6 | Either (4.6) |
| Lunch | Loaded Wraps & Bowls | 4.5 | Meat Bowl (5.6) |
What if you don’t want to use your Tims Rewards points?
If you don’t want to use your Tims Rewards points, you can bank them by sliding the "Redeem My Points" tab to “off” in the app. Your points will remain in your account for one year before they expire, and you can save a maximum of 300,000 points.
Additional Tims Rewards benefits
Along with redeemable food and drink benefits, your Tims Rewards offers other benefits such as access to contests and games, access to exclusive offers, and a special surprise on your birthday!
- Contests and games: Tims Rewards members have access to weekly deals as well as contests and games (such as Roll Up The Rim and Hockey Challenge)
- Exclusive offers: The Tims Rewards program will tailor special offers for a member based on a their purchasing patterns, but these offers are usually time-sensitive
- Birthday special: Tims Rewards members will be treated to a special surprise on their birthday, so long as you enter this information in the app at least 7 days before your birthday
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Tims Rewards vs McDonald’s
Take a look at how the Tims Rewards program compares with the McDonald’s rewards program:
| Feature | Tims Rewards | MyMcDonald’s Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Earn rate | 10 points per $1 spent | 100 points per $1 spent |
| Redemption options | Various menu items | Various menu items |
| Point values | ~0.5 CPP | ~0.19 CPP |
| App integration | Yes | Yes |
| Points expiration | After 12 months of inactivity | After 6 months of earning |
| Additional benefits | * Birthday treats * Exclusive offers | * Exclusive promotions * Personalized offers |
Note: Program details are subject to change. Always check the official websites or apps for the most current information.
FAQ
How does Tims Rewards work?
Tims Rewards works on a point-based system where every $1 you spend will get you 10 points. You can choose from seven different reward redemption levels, ranging from 300 points to 1,800 points, or you can bank your points.
Do I need the Tim Hortons rewards app to earn points?
You can use a physical membership card or the app to earn points. You can also use the app to check your points balance, view special offers, and/or create and pay for a mobile order to pick up in-store.
How much is a free coffee through Tims Rewards?
You'll have to spend $40 before you can get a free coffee with your Tims Rewards points. Each $1 you spend earns you 10 points, and you'll need 400 points to redeem for a coffee.
What can you get with Tim Hortons rewards?
Your Tims Rewards can be redeemed for almost anything Tims sells. It's all organized into seven different redemption levels and four categories of food and drink, including coffee, tea, Iced Caps, bagels, Timbits, sandwiches, and chili.
Can you tell me how to redeem Tim Hortons points?
After registering your rewards card, you'll choose a rewards level that allows your account to automatically redeem points for the associated items once you've accumulated the right amount. You can also choose to bank the points instead.
How do I claim Tim's rewards?
You can claim Tims Rewards points by making purchases at Tim Hortons via the app or by swiping your Tims Rewards card at the time of purchase. You can also claim Tims Rewards points by using the Tims® Mastercard.
Does Tim Hortons have a rewards program?
Yes, it's called Tims Rewards and users earn 10 points for every $1 spent at Tim Hortons. Once theyve accumulated enough, Tims Rewards points can be redeemed for eligible menu items at the reward level chosen.
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