# Does Best Buy Price Match Amazon?
Yes. Best Buy's Price Match Guarantee covers Amazon.com prices. If Amazon is selling an identical item for less, Best Buy will match it — at the time of purchase or within 15 days after.
Here's exactly how it works, what qualifies, and what the fine print excludes.
How Best Buy's Price Match Works
Best Buy will match any qualifying lower price if:
- The item is identical (same brand, model number, color, and capacity)
- The lower price is from Amazon.com (the retailer — not a third-party seller)
- The price is currently available at the time of your request
- You request the match at checkout or within 15 days of your original purchase
You can request a price match:
- In-store: Tell the associate at checkout or the customer service desk
- Online: Start a live chat at BestBuy.com and share the Amazon link
- Post-purchase: Return to the store or contact customer service within 15 days with your receipt
What Amazon Prices Qualify
| Qualifies | Doesn't Qualify |
|---|---|
| Items sold and shipped by Amazon.com directly | Third-party marketplace sellers (even if "Fulfilled by Amazon") |
| Current in-stock price visible to all shoppers | Amazon Prime exclusive pricing |
| Standard retail prices | Lightning Deals or limited-time promotions |
| New/unopened condition | Amazon Warehouse / open-box / renewed items |
| Any payment method | Subscribe & Save subscription discounts |
The fastest way to verify: on the Amazon product page, look for "Ships from and sold by Amazon.com" — that phrase means the price qualifies.
Step-by-Step: Getting the Match
In-Store
1. Pull up the Amazon listing on your phone at the store
2. Confirm it says "Sold by Amazon.com" (not a third-party seller)
3. At checkout, tell the associate you'd like a price match — show them the listing
4. The associate verifies and adjusts the price on the spot
If an associate hesitates: Ask for a manager or go to the customer service desk. The policy is clear and all staff can process it.
Online at BestBuy.com
1. Add the item to your Best Buy cart
2. Start a live chat from BestBuy.com
3. Paste the Amazon product URL (not a search page — the actual product page)
4. The agent verifies the seller, confirms eligibility, and applies the discount before you check out
After Purchase (within 15 days)
If you bought at Best Buy and noticed Amazon's price is lower within two weeks:
1. Keep your receipt (email or paper)
2. Go to any Best Buy location or start a live chat online
3. Show the current Amazon price for the identical item
4. Best Buy applies the difference back to your original payment method
Common Exclusions to Know
Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, and flash sales: Best Buy excludes "limited quantity" or "limited time" sale events. If the low price is because it's a deal of the day, it won't qualify.
Amazon Add-On items: Items only purchasable with a qualifying Amazon order don't count as standalone prices.
Bundled packages: If Amazon sells the item in a bundle (phone + case + charger), Best Buy won't price match the bundle price against a standalone item.
Prices that require coupon codes: Promotional codes are excluded — the price needs to be visible to all without any code.
When Amazon Is Still the Better Buy
Even after a successful price match, Amazon can win on:
- Subscribe & Save pricing on consumables (cleaning supplies, pet food, coffee)
- Amazon Warehouse deals: 20–40% off open-box items with a strong return policy
- Third-party seller pricing: Often much lower than retail, though without Best Buy's support
- Prime delivery speed: If you need something in two hours, Amazon Fresh or same-day delivery may still be faster
Why Buy From Best Buy With the Match?
- Same-day in-store pickup: Available on most inventory items — no waiting for shipping
- In-person support: Return it to a store, get Geek Squad help, or exchange it the same day
- No return shipping: Bring it back to any location within 15 days (30 days for Elite members, 45 for Elite Plus)
- Geek Squad protection plans: Added at point of sale, harder to tack on after buying from Amazon
FAQ
Does Best Buy price match Amazon Prime Day?
No. Amazon Prime Day prices are limited-time promotions, which Best Buy explicitly excludes from its price match guarantee.
Can I price match after I've already bought from Best Buy?
Yes — within 15 days of purchase. Bring your receipt and show the current Amazon.com price.
Does Best Buy match prices from Amazon Warehouse?
No. Amazon Warehouse items are open-box or refurbished, not identical condition to a new item.
What if the Amazon price was lower when I checked but is now higher?
The price must be available at the time of your price match request. Screenshots of previous prices don't qualify — the current live price is what counts.
Does Best Buy match Amazon international stores?
No. Only Amazon.com (US) qualifies. Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk, and other country-specific stores are excluded.
Bottom Line
Best Buy price matches Amazon on most direct-sold items — making it easy to get Amazon's competitive pricing with the convenience of in-store pickup and support. The key is confirming the listing says "Sold by Amazon.com" and that no membership, coupon, or limited-time deal is applied.
For a full comparison of Amazon vs Best Buy — selection, shipping speed, return policies, and more — see our Amazon vs Best Buy comparison.
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