Does Amazon Price Match Best Buy?
- Jenny
- Nov 6
- 3 min read
Last updated: November 06, 2025
Short answer: No — Amazon does not price match Best Buy (or other retailers). But Best Buy does price match Amazon on qualifying, identical, in‑stock items. Here’s how to save either way.
TL;DR
Amazon → Best Buy: Amazon does not match Best Buy’s prices. If Best Buy is cheaper, ask Best Buy to match Amazon instead.
Already bought on Amazon? Try a courtesy price adjustment via chat (not guaranteed) or use Amazon’s Pre‑order Price Guarantee for unreleased items.
Edge cases: Phones bought with carrier service have a special Low Price Guarantee. You can also submit a “Tell us about a lower price” report (feedback only).
Quick Answer
No, Amazon doesn’t price match Best Buy. Amazon’s official policy states it doesn’t offer price matching because its system continuously compares prices across competitors. That means you can’t ask Amazon to match Best Buy’s ad or in‑cart price as a rule.
What to Do Instead: Let Best Buy Match Amazon
Best Buy’s Price Match Guarantee includes Amazon as a “Qualified Competitor.” If the item is identical, new, and in stock at both stores, Best Buy will match Amazon’s current price (excluding third‑party marketplace sellers). Check Best Buy’s full policy for exclusions and timing.
Find the exact same item on Amazon and Best Buy (same model/UPC, color, and configuration).
Make sure both are new and in stock, sold by Amazon (not third‑party) and Best Buy (not marketplace).
Ask a Best Buy associate or start an online chat with the Amazon product URL ready.
Confirm exclusions (limited‑time flash deals, membership‑only pricing, refurbished/open‑box, etc.).
Tip: Some Best Buy pages display a “Price Matched for You” notice — that means Best Buy is already automatically matching a major competitor’s price.
If You Already Bought on Amazon
Amazon doesn’t offer a general post‑purchase price match. You still have options:
Ask for a courtesy adjustment via chat: Especially when the drop happens shortly after purchase. Not guaranteed, but success stories exist.
Use free returns (if eligible): If price protection fails and returns are allowed, consider returning and repurchasing.
Pre‑orders only: Amazon’s Pre‑order Price Guarantee automatically charges the lowest price between order and release day.
Want to automate the ask? Try the Task Monkey Chrome extension — it checks your Amazon orders for price drops and drafts a polite message to customer support for you.
Amazon vs. Best Buy — Price Match & Adjustment Snapshot
Policy | Amazon | Best Buy |
Matches competitor prices? | No general price matching. | Yes — includes Amazon as a qualified competitor. |
Post‑purchase price adjustment | Not offered broadly; rely on returns or a courtesy adjustment. | Available within the policy window if Best Buy’s own price drops. |
Major exclusions | Flash deals & membership‑only pricing typically not matched. | Excludes marketplace sellers, limited‑time flash deals, open‑box/refurb. |
Special cases | Pre‑order Price Guarantee; Phones‑with‑Service Low Price Guarantee. | “Price Matched for You” notices may auto‑match leading competitors. |
Scripts (If You Still Want to Try Amazon)
Not guaranteed, but if a courtesy adjustment is your goal, keep it short and polite:
Hi Amazon Support — I purchased [Item, ASIN] on [Date] for [$X]. I noticed it’s now priced at [$Y].
Could you review my order for a courtesy price adjustment?
Thank you for your help!
Prefer a step‑by‑step approach? See: How to Ask Amazon for a Price Match (Scripts & Chat Steps).
Edge Cases & Fine Print
Amazon Pre‑order Price Guarantee: For qualifying pre‑release items sold by Amazon, you’ll pay the lowest price between order and release day.
Phones with service: Some carrier‑attached phones have a specific Low Price Guarantee page — details and eligibility apply.
“Tell us about a lower price”: This form shares pricing intel with Amazon; it does not create a one‑off price match commitment.
