Whether for work or play, we all want the latest and greatest tech. New electronics and our wallets may not exactly see eye-to-eye, so I’ve gathered some tips and tricks to save you money on your next trip to Best Buy.
Stay Connected
- When you sign up for emails or text alerts, you’ll receive timely updates on deals and savings events.
- If you prefer to check-in via social media, follow Best Buy on Facebook, X, or Instagram for the latest news.
- Download the mobile app to find local clearance deals, manage your My Best Buy account, scan product barcodes & QR codes to compare prices and features, and more.
Do Your Research
- Explore Best Buy’s featured Top Deals for the most up-to-date discounts. At the time of this writing, Best Buy is offering discounts on top smart TVs like a 24” Insignia for $99.99. That’s 33 percent off the standard price! Smart TV discounts include three free months of Apple TV+ for new subscribers. (Save even more when you shop open-box smart TVs).
- Check out the Deal of the Day for rotating discounts on tech and equipment throughout the store. You can find these prices on their site or by signing up for email and text alerts.
- Use a deal site to find savings. There are often cashback offers and coupons that can be applied at checkout.
- Check with your credit card carrier, as there may be offers available exclusively to cardholders. For example, I’ve seen offers from American Express where cardholders can get a statement credit with a minimum Best Buy purchase using your Amex.
Join the Rewards Club
My Best Buy
- Membership is free.
- Members get exclusive access to Best Buy’s biggest sales.
- Free standard shipping with no minimum purchase.
- Earn rewards points for every dollar spent on qualifying purchases. Points are redeemable as cash certificates that you’ll receive automatically via email. (250 points = $5 certificate, but you can set a different threshold on your account page online.)
My Best Buy Plus & My Best Buy Total
- My Best Buy Plus is $49.99 a year and includes benefits like free 2day shipping, early access to select sales events, exclusive pricing, and an extended 60-day return window.
- My Best Buy Total is $179.99 a year and includes all the Plus benefits, as well as 20 percent off repairs, protection plans, like AppleCare, and 24/7 tech support.
- Both programs have additional benefits, like 3-6 month free trials for Google One, Apple TV, and SiriusXM All Access.
My Best Buy Credit Card
Earn even more points when you sign up for the My Best Buy Credit Card. The “closed loop” card can only be used at Best Buy, where the “open loop” Visa card can be used anywhere. With both cards, you earn 5 percent back in rewards and have access to flexible financing options.
The My Best Buy Visa card allows you to earn Best Buy rewards elsewhere, like at gas stations, grocery stores and restaurants.
Save with Open-Box Products
- Open-box products are returned items, floor models, or products that were opened by the store for quality inspection after shipping. Many of these products are in new condition. Those with slight wear and tear are further discounted.
- These products are covered by Best Buy’s Return & Exchange Promise.
- See something on display that you like? Ask if the store will sell it to you as an open-box item!
Get a Package Deal
Best Buy will occasionally agree to tack on accessories that pair with big-ticket items (like a keyboard to go with your new desktop) at a discount.
Compare Prices
The Price Match Guarantee program compares BestBuy.com offers with in-store prices at Best Buy and local retail competitors.
The guarantee also applies to major online retailers like Amazon, Crutchfield.com, Dell.com, HP.com, and TigerDirect.com (does not include items sold by third-party sellers on any of these sites) and warehouse club prices like BJ’s Wholesale Club, Costco, and Sam’s Club.
Keep a Watchful Eye After You Buy
Hold on to your receipt and watch your purchased product to see if the price drops in-store, online, or on the app during your return and exchange period. Best Buy will match the lower price upon request.
Trade-in or Recycle
Ready to upgrade your laptop or old iPad sitting around collecting dust? Trade it in for a Best Buy gift card!
- Find your item on Best Buy’s website to get an estimate of its trade-in value.
- Depending on the type of item or its value, it might be more cost-effective to recycle it via their their recycling program. At the time of this writing, Best Buy is offering 15 percent off a new modem, router, gateway, and in-home Wi-Fi setup service when you recycle any modem, router, or gateway. They’re also offering $30-$50 off select Epson printers when you recycle any printer.
Wait for Holiday Sales
You’ll find the very best discounts on electronics during major holidays, like July 4th, 3-day weekends, and Black Friday, Cyber Monday. Best Buy’s recent July 4th “Black Friday in July” featured discounts of up to 50 percent off major appliances. Customers could also earn gift cards based on how much they spent.
Only @ Best Buy
Some of Best Buy’s most affordable tech is made exclusively for the store. Only @ Best Buy products are stripped-down versions of full-priced products, so Best Buy can offer better deals than their competition. These items are functional without all the bells and whistles.
Shop Outlet Deals
There are only 14 Best Buy outlet locations in the US, but you can always shop outlet deals online.
You won’t find the latest tech to hit the market at a Best Buy outlet, but you will find some of the best deals on brand-name clearance items, open-box products, and refurbished items. Most items are covered under warranty, inspected for functionality, and backed by Best Buy’s Return & Exchange Promise.
Ask Alexa
Do you have an Alexa or Google Assistant at home? Ask your smart device to enable the Best Buy skill and then say, “Ask Best Buy about Voice-Only Deals.”