Extreme Cheapskates is an American reality television series that aired on TLC and premiered on October 16, 2012.

[1][2] It documents the lives of those who take frugality to an extreme.

TLC aired the series' pilot episode in December 2011, and ordered a six episode first season on February 23, 2012.

[5] Allison Keene of The Hollywood Reporter said fans of Hoarders won't be disappointed by the show.

[16] Melissa Camacho of Common Sense Media gave the show 2 out of 5 stars.