Memorial Day sales are here, and if you're eyeing a tech upgrade, now might be the time to consider a My Best Buy membership. From discounts on TVs and laptops to appliance bundles, Best Buy is rolling out some of its biggest deals of the season.
But with the rise of retail memberships like Amazon Prime and Walmart+, you might be wondering if signing up for a My Best Buy membership actually pays off.
Whether you're a casual browser or a tech enthusiast, it's worth taking a closer look at what each tier offers — and what it might save you. Here's what you need to know before adding to cart.
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Is My Best Buy membership worth it? A breakdown of perks and savings
Before signing up, evaluate how often you shop at Best Buy and compare the membership cost to the savings you’d actually use to determine if it’s the right fit for you.
My Best Buy™ (Free): This basic tier provides free standard shipping with no minimum purchase, access to purchase history, online order tracking and quick checkout options.
My Best Buy Plus™ ($49.99/year): In addition to the benefits of the free tier, Plus members enjoy exclusive member-only prices on thousands of items, early access to sales and high-demand products, free 2-day shipping with no minimum purchase, and an extended 60-day return and exchange window on most products.
My Best Buy Total™ ($179.99/year): This premium tier encompasses all the advantages of the Plus membership, along with up to 24 months of product protection on most new Best Buy purchases (including AppleCare+ for Apple products), 24/7 Geek Squad® tech support for all tech regardless of where it was purchased, 20% off repairs and dedicated member support.
A Best Buy membership can be a great investment for frequent shoppers who regularly purchase electronics or need tech support. For example, if you're buying a high-end laptop, a TV and accessories in the same year, the exclusive discounts and extended return window from a My Best Buy Plus™ or Total™ membership could easily outweigh the annual cost.
Additionally, My Best Buy Total™ includes 24/7 Geek Squad tech support and product protection, which can save money on repairs and replacements, especially for expensive devices.
However, if you only shop at Best Buy occasionally or don’t need perks like extended warranties and tech support, the membership may not be worth the price. Some benefits, like free shipping, are already available with standard promotions, and occasional shoppers may find similar deals elsewhere.
Top Deals from Best Buy
Whether you're refreshing your home, upgrading your gadgets or just hunting for a great bargain, Best Buy offers deep discounts across popular categories year-round.
From must-have appliances to trending tech, here are some of the standout deals available now.
Best cell phone deals at Best Buy
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 512GB Titanium Silverblue - Save $250. Pay just $1,169.99
- Apple iPhone 14 128GB (Blue) - Save $80. Pay just $549.99
- Motorola razr+ Infinite Black - Save $650. Pay just $349.99
- Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB (Awesome Lime) - Save $60. Pay just $339.99
- Apple iPhone 14 128GB (Yellow) - Save $80. Pay just $549.99
Best home appliance deals at Best Buy
- Samsung BESPOKE 29 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Stainless Steel Smart Refrigerator with Beverage Center - Save $1,060. Pay just $1,999.99
- LG 4.5 Cu. Ft. High-Efficiency Stackable Smart Front Load Washer with Steam and Built-In Intelligence (Black Steel) - Save $400. Pay just $899.99
- LG 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack Stainless Steel - Save $450. Pay just $599.99
- LG 27.1 Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Smart Refrigerator with Craft Ice Stainless Steel - Save $1,000. Pay just $1,599.99
- Frigidaire 17.6 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator Stainless steel - Save $600. Pay just $1,199.99
Best gaming and entertainment deals at Best Buy
- College Football 25 Standard Edition For PlayStation 5 - Save $20. Pay just $9.99
- Elgato 4K X 4K144 HDR10 External Capture Card with HDMI 2.1 for PS5, PS4/Pro, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One X/S, PC, and Mac - Save $50. Pay just $199.99
- Seagate Game Drive for PlayStation Consoles 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive with Blue LED Lighting - Save $10. Pay just $79.99
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Multi Gaming Headset for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One - Save $40. Pay just $309.99
- Turtle Beach Recon 50 Wired Gaming Headset for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Mobile & PC - Save $7. Pay just $17.99
Best deals overall
- Save up to $1,000 on select LG OLED TVs
- HP 14" Chromebook 4GB Memory In Modern Grey Save $210. Pay just $139.00
- Save $80 and get a free band with the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy Watch7
- Save up to $300 on select Laundry Pairs
- Save up to $400 on select HP Laptops with Intel Core Ultra
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