Rove Shopping: Earning Categories and Terms
Last updated December 2, 2025
Understanding how Rove Miles are earned across different shopping categories helps you maximize every purchase. Below is a clear breakdown of earning rates, key terms, and tips to help you get the most value.
Earning Categories
Rove partners with thousands of retailers across fashion, tech, home, lifestyle, and general retail. Earning rates vary by merchant and promotional period.
Fashion & Apparel
Examples: Nike, Macy’s, Sephora, Ray-Ban
Earning Rate: Up to 5.2x miles per $1
Details: Fashion retailers frequently offer competitive earning rates. Some partners occasionally run elevated bonuses (e.g., up to 13x miles per $1 during special events).
Tech & Electronics
Examples: Dell, Best Buy
Earning Rate: Up to 4.5x miles per $1
Details: Electronics purchases can generate substantial rewards, particularly during seasonal sales or limited-time promotions.
Home & Lifestyle
Examples: Home Depot, Wayfair
Earning Rate: Up to 4x miles per $1
Details: Home goods retailers often enhance earning rates during major sale periods and holiday events.
General Retail
Examples: Walgreens, Target
Earning Rate: Up to 5.2x miles per $1
Details: These retailers tend to offer consistent mileage earnings across a wide range of categories.
Program Terms
To ensure you receive the correct number of miles—and keep them—review these key terms.
Returns & Refunds
- Returned items will have their miles voided.
- If miles have already been credited and spent before a refund is issued, Rove will deduct the equivalent value from the refund at $0.02 per mile.
Taxes & Shipping
- Taxes, shipping fees, and service charges do not earn Rove Miles.
- Mileage earnings apply only to the product subtotal.
Merchant Exclusions
Some merchants or specific product categories may be excluded from earning miles.
Always check the Rove Shopping portal for the most current list of participating partners before you shop.
Tips for Maximizing Your Rove Miles
Stack Rewards
Use a rewards credit card in addition to the Rove portal to earn extra points, miles, or cashback on top of your Rove Miles.
Monitor Promotions
Regularly check the Rove shopping portal for bonus offers, seasonal multipliers, or limited-time earning opportunities.
Plan Larger Purchases
Before big-ticket purchases, see if the retailer is offering an elevated earning rate. Strategic timing can significantly boost your mileage haul.