Does Amazon Price Match Best Buy?(2025 Guide)
- Jenny
- Nov 7
- 8 min read
Last updated: November 7, 2025
TL;DR:
Amazon does not offer a competitor price match, including Best Buy. That’s straight from Amazon’s official policy. Best Buy, on the other hand, does price match certain competitors and explicitly lists Amazon as a qualified competitor when the item is sold and shipped by Amazon. To still save on Amazon, use three proven tactics: (1) return & re-buy within the return window if the Amazon price drops, (2) politely ask support for a goodwill/courtesy credit (not guaranteed), and (3) report the lower Best Buy price using Amazon’s “Found a lower price?” link to nudge a match on the listing. We break down steps, scripts, and edge cases below.
Looking for the full 2025 policy and scripts? See our Amazon Price Match Guide — 2025 Policy & How It Really Works
Quick answer
No—Amazon does not price match Best Buy. Amazon states that it doesn’t offer price matching because it continually compares prices across competitors to keep prices low. See Amazon’s policy for details. For the narrow case of pre-orders, Amazon has a Pre-order Price Guarantee, but that’s not a general price-match program. If you see a lower price at Best Buy after you already bought on Amazon, your best options are return/re-purchase or asking for a goodwill credit.
Does Best Buy price match Amazon?
Yes, with conditions. Best Buy’s Price Match Guarantee says it will match the current price of qualified competitors for immediately available new items. Best Buy maintains a public list of Qualified Competitors—and Amazon is on it. There are important limits: the Amazon item must be sold and shipped by Amazon (not a marketplace seller), must be identical (model, color, condition), and must be in stock.
Holiday note: During the holidays, Best Buy runs a Holiday Price Match Guarantee with its own timelines and exclusions. Limited-time “doorbusters” and marketplace offers typically don’t qualify. Always check the current policy page before you ask for a match.
Why this matters in 2025
Price-match policies change. In mid‑2025, for example, Target discontinued its competitor price match, moving closer to Amazon’s stance of not matching rival prices. Best Buy kept its policy, which makes it one of the remaining national electronics chains that will still match Amazon under specific rules. If you’re deciding where to buy a TV, laptop, or GPU, understanding these nuances can save you time and money.
Amazon vs. Best Buy: what you can and can’t do
Scenario | What Amazon allows | What Best Buy allows |
“Does Amazon price match Best Buy?” | Officially no price matching. See Amazon’s policy. Pre-orders have a limited price guarantee. | Often yes, if the Amazon listing is sold & shipped by Amazon, the item is identical and in stock. |
After‑purchase price drop | No formal price adjustment policy. Options: return & re-buy; politely request a courtesy credit (discretionary). | Price match requests typically must be done at the time of purchase; Best Buy also has price protection windows for member tiers and seasonal policies. |
Marketplace sellers | N/A (Amazon itself doesn’t match a competitor, period). | Excluded—Best Buy won’t match third‑party marketplace sellers on Amazon. |
Lightning Deals / limited promos | Not matchable. You can still return and re‑order if your order is eligible and stock remains. | Often excluded from match; see current Best Buy policy for holiday/doorbuster exclusions. |
“Found a lower price?” report | Amazon lets you report a lower price to its team on some product pages. Not a guaranteed match, but it can trigger a listing update. | Not applicable (Best Buy expects you to present the competitor page at checkout or via chat). |
How to save on Amazon when Best Buy is cheaper
1) Return & re‑buy at the lower Amazon price
This is the most reliable tactic when the price drops on Amazon itself. If you’re within the return window and your item is eligible, you can return the original order and re‑purchase at the lower price. This works even though Amazon doesn’t “price match” Best Buy—because you’re simply buying at Amazon’s new price. Keep an eye on restocking fees and non‑returnable categories, and be mindful of environmental costs; don’t abuse returns.
2) Ask support for a goodwill (courtesy) credit
Amazon support agents sometimes grant small courtesy credits as a goodwill gesture. This is not an official price adjustment and isn’t guaranteed. Be concise, polite, and specific about the price difference and timing. If granted, the credit typically applies to future Amazon orders.
Pro move: Use a short script like this:
“Hi, I ordered [item] on [date]. I noticed Best Buy has the same model for $[lower price] right now. I understand Amazon doesn’t do competitor price matching. If a return/re‑order isn’t ideal, would you consider a small courtesy credit so I can keep my order with Amazon?”
3) Report the lower Best Buy price via “Found a lower price?”
On many eligible Amazon listings, you’ll see “Would you like to tell us about a lower price?” near the price area. Clicking it opens a short form where you can paste the Best Buy link. This doesn’t guarantee anything, but Amazon’s pricing systems and merchandising teams do react to these signals, which can lead to a lower Amazon price on the listing.
Step‑by‑step: Turning a Best Buy price into Amazon savings
Confirm that the Best Buy item is identical (model/SKU), new, and in stock.
Check whether the Amazon listing is sold and shipped by Amazon. If it’s a marketplace seller, a Best Buy match won’t apply at Best Buy—and Amazon won’t match either.
Decide your path:
If Amazon’s price has dropped after your purchase: use return & re‑buy, or request a courtesy credit.
If only Best Buy is lower: either buy at Best Buy and consider pickup/shipping trade‑offs, or use the “Found a lower price?” report and watch the listing.
During holidays, check Best Buy’s seasonal fine print—doorbusters and time‑limited promos are often excluded from matching. Amazon still won’t match but may lower its own price dynamically.
Scripts you can use (chat/email)
Polite, non‑entitled courtesy request
“Hi Amazon team, I purchased [exact item name] on [date] for $[price]. Best Buy has the identical model (link below) at $[lower price] today. I know Amazon doesn’t officially price match competitors. If returning and re‑ordering isn’t ideal, would a small courtesy credit be possible so I can keep this order with Amazon? Thank you for considering it!”
Return & re‑buy note for the record
“Thanks for checking. If a courtesy credit isn’t available, no worries—I’ll return and re‑purchase at the new Amazon price if it updates. I appreciate your help either way.”
“Found a lower price?” details you can paste
Competitor: Best Buy
URL: (paste exact product page)
Price: $[price]
Notes: identical model/SKU, new, in stock
Edge cases and fine print worth knowing
Pre‑orders
Amazon’s Pre‑order Price Guarantee means you’ll pay the lowest price offered between your order date and the release date for qualifying items sold by Amazon. This is limited to products with a release date (games, books, devices) and doesn’t apply to regular in‑stock items.
Marketplace sellers
Best Buy’s policy excludes products sold by third‑party marketplace sellers on Amazon. If the Amazon listing isn’t “sold and shipped by Amazon,” Best Buy won’t match it. Amazon won’t match Best Buy either, regardless.
Lightning Deals & short‑term promos
Flash deals are generally not matchable at Best Buy; Amazon doesn’t match them either. Consider buying at the retailer offering the best total value (price + tax + shipping + pickup timing).
Pricing that changes in cart
Amazon notes that putting an item in your cart doesn’t lock the price. If the displayed price changes before purchase, Amazon can update it at checkout and notify you. That’s normal behavior with dynamic pricing.
Holiday policies shift
During November–December, retailers frequently tweak price-match and return timelines. Best Buy typically publishes dedicated holiday FAQs and guardrails; Amazon adds extended return windows for many items. Always verify live policy pages before you ask for a match or decide to return.
Real‑world buying strategy (2025)
Decide where you want support. Buying a TV or laptop at Best Buy can be smart if you want in‑store pickup, Geek Squad services, and a known 14–30‑day price match window (policy‑dependent). If you value Amazon’s delivery speed and returns, buy on Amazon and track the price for drops.
Time big‑ticket purchases. For electronics, watch seasonal sales (back‑to‑school, Black Friday/Cyber Monday, and occasional brand events). Amazon may undercut Best Buy for a few hours; Best Buy may counter with a same‑day match if the item is sold by Amazon.
Keep tabs on identical SKUs. For a Best Buy match to work (at Best Buy), the Amazon SKU/model must be identical and new. Variants (RAM/storage/color) often lead to “not identical” denials.
Use returns responsibly. If a price drops on Amazon, return & re‑buy is straightforward for eligible items, but it has costs (time, packaging, environmental impact). Courtesy credits—if available—can avoid a return.
FAQs
Will Amazon price match Best Buy in 2025?
No. Amazon says it doesn’t price match competitors. That includes Best Buy. The only broad “guarantee” you’ll see is for pre‑orders with release dates.
Does Best Buy match Amazon’s prices?
Often yes—if the item is new, in stock, and sold & shipped by Amazon.com (not a third‑party Seller). Best Buy keeps an official “Qualified Competitors” list that names Amazon explicitly.
Can I report a lower Best Buy price to Amazon?
Yes. On many listings you can click “Would you like to tell us about a lower price?” and submit Best Buy’s URL and price. This is feedback—not a guaranteed match—but it can help trigger an update on the Amazon listing.
What about lightning deals, bundles, or open‑box offers?
Those are commonly excluded from Best Buy’s price match. Amazon doesn’t match them either.
Is there an “Amazon 30‑day price match” after purchase?
No formal 30‑day price‑adjustment policy from Amazon. You can still save by returning & re‑buying if your item and timing are eligible, or by asking for a goodwill credit.
Does Amazon price match itself?
No “match” program exists, but Amazon can lower its own price dynamically. If that happens after you buy, use return & re‑buy or request a courtesy credit.
Mini case study: turning a Best Buy TV price into Amazon savings
Suppose you’re eyeing a 65‑inch 120 Hz TV. Best Buy runs a weekend promo at $899, while Amazon sits at $949. Here’s a pragmatic, low‑friction way to play it:
Verify identical model numbers. TV lines often reuse the same name across store‑only variants. Match the full model/SKU down to the last character.
Check who sells the Amazon listing. If it’s sold and shipped by Amazon, that increases the chance Amazon’s systems will react quickly to a lower Best Buy price. If it’s a marketplace seller, expect less synchronization.
Submit Amazon’s lower‑price feedback on the product page and bookmark the listing. Amazon won’t promise a match, but pricing teams and automated rules do react to competitive signals.
Decide on your time value. If you need the TV today and Best Buy has nearby pickup, buy it there and enjoy. If you prefer Amazon’s delivery and returns, give it a few hours to a day; prices can adjust rapidly during promos.
If Amazon drops to $899 (or lower) after you bought at $949, request a small courtesy credit; if not available, return & re‑buy at the live Amazon price.
Pro tips & pitfalls
Bundles and freebies can change the “identical” calculus. A gift card bundle at one retailer usually isn’t matchable at the other.
Tax and shipping matter. A tiny list‑price win can flip after local tax and delivery fees.
Holiday timing is unique. Doorbusters may never be matchable, but ordinary sale prices often do ripple through to competitor listings.
Return windows are your safety net. If the price moves in your favor within the window, return & re‑buy is simple for eligible items.
