From tech gadgets to home appliances, Best Buy remains a go-to for electronics shoppers. 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.
Best Buy now offers three memberships — from a free plan with basic perks to a premium option that includes product protection and 24/7 tech support. Remember too that with a Best Buy membership, you get expert customer support for all of your questions, unlike some other retail giants. Plus, Best Buy offers a Price Match Guarantee for qualifying products.
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.
Best Buy offers a three-tier membership program:
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
- Trade-in offer: Google - Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian. $899.00. Save $200
- Trade-in offer: Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished iPhone XR with 64GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked). $249.99. Save $250
- Save up to $400 on select unlocked Motorola phones
- Free $50 Best Buy e-Gift Card with new
Samsung Galaxy A36 - Phone 16 Series. Save up to $1,000 with qualified activation and trade-in through Verizon or AT&T.
Best home appliance deals at Best Buy
- Save up to 35% on select major appliances
- Whirlpool - 5.0 Cu. Ft. Freestanding Single Gas Range. Now $829.99. Save $250
- .NutriBullet - Ultra Personal Blender. Now $119.99. Save $30
- Shark - Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum. Now $149.99. Save $50
- De'Longhi - Linea Classic Espresso Machine. Now $179.95. save $20
Best gaming and entertainment deals at Best Buy
- Save up to 50% on select video game accessories.
- Save up to 57% (or more) on select Playstation games.
- Save up to 60% on select XBox games
- Save up to 50% on select games for Nintendo Switch
- Pre-order the Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS or Lenovo Legion Go S Windows. From $549.99 to $829.99.
Best deals overall
- Save up to $1,000 on select LG OLED TVs
- $50 bonus reward with $499 or more spent on select TVs as a Plus or Total member
- MacBook Air starting at $449 with qualifying trade-in. Plus and Total members save $50.
- Save up to $300 on select HP gaming essentials
- Save up to $100 on select GoPro action cameras
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