Elena Terrazas Chesney
Fall is here, and if you're eyeing tech upgrades for school or work, 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 FE 128 GB - Receive a free $100 Best Buy e-Gift Card when you purchase it at $649.99
- Apple iPhone 17 PRO - Save up to $1,100 with qualified activation and trade-in
- Motorola razr 2025 256GB - Save $100 (comp. value $699.99) with Best Buy pricing of $599.99 (connect to any carrier later) or save $200.00 at $499.99 if you connect to Verizon or AT&T through Best Buy. Receive additional savings when you trade in a qualifying device)
- Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold 256GB - Save up to $760.00 with qualifying trade in and an additional $100.00 if you connect to Verizon or AT&T through Best Buy
Best home appliance deals at Best Buy
- Samsung BESPOKE 29 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Smart Refrigerator with Beverage Center -Morning Blue Glass - Save $960 at $2,099.99
- Samsung High-Efficiency Stackable Smart Front Load Washer with Steam and Super Speed Wash and Smart Electric Dryer with Steam and Sensor Dry in Brushed Black - Save $560 at the Package Price of $1599.98 (Rebates available starting at $50)
- KitchenAid Build-In Electric Convection Double Wall Oven with Air Fry Mode in Stainless Steel - Save $1,170 at $2,699.99
- Cuisinart Grind & Brew Single Serve Coffeemaker - Save $60 at just $129.95
Best gaming and entertainment deals at Best Buy
- College Football 25 Standard Edition For PlayStation 5 - Save $15 at just $14.99
- 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 $30 at $219.99
- Logitech - G PRO Racing Wheel with TRUEFORCE feedback technology for Xbox Series X and PC - Save $200 at $999.99
- SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Multi Gaming Headset for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One - Save $30 at $349.99
- HP - Victus 15.6" 144Hz Full HD Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7-13620H - 16GB DDR5 Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD - Save $320 at $1,049.99
Best deals overall
- SONY 65" BRAVIA XR OLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV - Save $1,502 at $1,997.99
- HP 14" Chromebook 4GB Memory In Modern Grey - Save $154 at just $174.95
- Free delivery, TV setup and mounting (a $399 value) with select 97" class or larger TV
- Save up to $400 on select HP Laptops with Intel Core Ultra
- Amazon - Fire TV Stick 4K streaming device, includes support for Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Vision/Atmos, free & live TV - Save $20 at just $29.99
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