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Its been almost a year since the Sony PlayStation 5 first launched. With the promise of mind blowing, next-gen, 4k graphics and riveting exclusive game titles, the PS5 has been one of the most anticipated and sought after consoles of the past few years. But, a lot of people still can’t seem to get their hands on one.
With more and more individuals spending time at home due to the pandemic, entertainment is becoming more of a necessity rather than a commodity. Combined with more people staying home, a silicon shortage, and workforce logistical issues, you get the perfect storm for a lack of the shiny new consoles.
With that said, there is still some hope. Thousands of individuals have been using various tips and tricks to secure the ever elusive PlayStation 5.
We have collected a list of the most prominent and active retailers that tend to have repeated frequent restock of the PS5 for sale. Though we cannot guarantee that you will snag one (believe me, we know its not easy) but we can provide some tips and tricks that have worked for people who have been able to achieve success.
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PS5 inventory restocks tend to be unpredictable and sporadic. That is why we advise that you bookmark this page and check the stock at each retailer often.
List of Retailers
| U.S. Retailers | U.S. Console link | U.S. Console link |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation Direct | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| Best Buy | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| GameStop | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| Amazon | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| Walmart | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| Target | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| B&H | PS5 | |
| Adorama | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition |
| Costco | PS5 bundle | |
| Sam’s Club | PS5 Bundle |
Tips and tricks
Sony PlayStation Direct
Sony’s PlayStation Direct website is one of the most frequently restocked places to obtain a
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital Edition.
- When stock is available, the website tends to operate with a queue.
- Before you can enter the website, you will be placed in a queue waiting page. The estimated time expectancy for you to enter will be displayed.
- Once you have waited the allotted time and are able to enter the website (provided stock is still available) you may proceed – as soon as possible – to purchase your unit.
- If stock runs out prior to you being allowed to enter the site, Sony will place a notice on the waiting queue page informing that all units have been sold out for that particular wave of stock replenishment.
As stated before, if you were not able to purchase a PS5 in this wave of restock, don’t despair since PlayStation Direct tends to have the most frequent replenishments of stock.
Tip: for a select random few who are a part of PlayStation’s email list, early invites have been known to be sent out allowing individuals to join queues secretly ahead of any public queue. The emails are sent out unpredictabily and at random.
*Note: Be sure to have your PSN ID and information ready as you will not be able to proceed with the purchase if you do not have that information.
Best Buy
Best Buy is another excellent option for purchasing a console as they tend to be one of the more active retailers involved with receiving supply replenishment.
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital Edition
- What we’ve seen recently is often Best Buy has been gathering larger quantities of devices and selling them in-store only. Using a ticketing system prior to store open.
- The website works better than the app does in most cases.
- If you see the “add to cart” button available, use it! The site sometimes tends to bug out, spam the add to cart button.
- If the button turns grey and says “please wait” DO NOT refresh the page as you have been entered into Best Buy’s queue.
- The “Please Wait icon will either change to “Sold Out” or it will allow you to add a unit to your cart**. If the button proceeds to turn yellow again with the “add to cart” function, proceed to add the device to the cart and check out as soon as possible to secure your unit.
- Sometimes the button will allow you to add to cart, but for a store nearby in your area.
Note: Since the Digital Edition is the more popular unit due to the cost savings with same performance, typically, Best Buy will always have more disc versions available over digital editions.
**Be advised, these units will not ship and are for in-store/curbside pick-up only.
GameStop
Memes aside, GameStop is a pretty solid place to snag a console.
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital Edition.
- Operates like a typical website order
- When devices are in stock, the ability to add the item to the cart will be available
- Check the website often and multiple times a day to better your chances of seeing availability before others.
- GameStop has also been known to offer preferential treatment to Power Up Rewards Pro members.
Tip: As previously mentioned, another good way to improve your odds with GameStop will be to use stock trackers on Twitter and Reddit to be up to date when the latest restocks take place. Also note, others will likely be doing the same so devices will not last long and may be sold out before you see the notice.
Amazon
Amazon frequently restocks the console; However, they tend to sell out extremely quickly.
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital Edition;
- Operates like a typical website order
- When devices are in stock, “currently unavailable” will no longer be displayed and the ability to add the item to the cart will be available.
- Check the website often and multiple times a day to better your chances of seeing availability before others.
Tip: As previously mentioned, another good way to improve your odds with Amazon will be to use stock trackers on Twitter and Reddit to be up to date when the latest restocks take place. Also note, others will likely be doing the same so devices will not last long and may be sold out before you see the notice.
Note: Beware of third party sellers and scalpers on the website. Often times a third party reseller will fill the void when Amazon is out of stock. You may be tempted to purchase the device at a premium from a third party reseller; However, we advise that you hold fast as there are a number of reputable retailers (including Amazon) that restock relatively frequently at regular retail price.
Walmart
Walmart can be a tricky one, but with a little knowledge, you may get lucky enough to obtain a PS5.
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital Edition
- The Walmart app tends to be more reliable than the website when stock replenishes.
- Using stock tracking websites and accounts better your odds (think Twitter or Reddit)
- If there is a drop, use the app and refresh the item often until the add to cart feature appears and try your luck.
- If the add to cart button appears but you are unable to secure a device, do not refresh the page. When Walmart has stock, they tend to release them in 10 minute intervals. Just try to add the device to your cart again.
- It helps to have your Walmart login info and payment information already populated within the app/website.
Note: These tips are from users online that have used these methods to secure devices.
Note: Beware of third party sellers and scalpers on the website. Often times a third party reseller will fill the void when Walmart is out of stock. You may be tempted to purchase the device at a premium from a third party reseller; However, we advise that you hold fast as there are a number of reputable retailers (including Walmart) that restock relatively frequently at regular retail price.
Target
Targets tends to have fairly frequent restocks of the consoles.
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital Edition.
- Operates like a typical website order
- When devices are in stock, “Sold out” will no longer be displayed and the ability to add the item to the cart will be available.
- Check the website often and multiple times a day to better your chances of seeing availability before others.
B&H
B&H is also a solid website, typically known for photography and videography gear. But, they also carry the consoles.
Check availability here: PS5
- It appears they only carry the standard PS5.
- Unlike most retailers, you cannot order the devices directly from the webpage: “This item is only available through Stock Alert requests on a first-come, first-serve basis”
- Enter your email address for the waitlist and you will receive an email, should stock replenish with the ability to order a device.
*Note: Receiving an email does not guarantee a unit as they are first come, first-serve and everyone who signed up for the emails will receive the notice of availability.
Adorama
Adorama is also a solid website (well known for camera gear). They occasionally will restock both of the consoles.
Check availability here: PS5
Check availability here: PS5 Digital edition.
- The site is very straight forward. When stock is available, the “temporarily not available” area will change to a button that allows you to add the device to your cart for checkout.
- Typically, Adorama is known for allowing users to backorder items that will simply ship to you once in stock. Obviously with the popularity and scarcity of the PS5, backorders are not accepted for this item at this time.
Costco
Costco can also be a decent retailer to use to obtain a PS5 unit. Less of the general public has access to their stock when they have inventory as a large number of their products and services (but not all) are reserved for members only.
Check availability here: PS5 unit
- Devices typically only sold as a bundle when available
- Devices are reserved for members only
Sam’s Club
Sam’s Club can also be a decent retailer to use to obtain a PS5 unit. Less of the general public has access to their stock when they have inventory as a large number of their products and services are typically reserved for members only.
Check availability here: PS5 unit
- Devices typically are only sold as a bundle when available
- Devices are reserved for members only
Restock notifications
One of the best ways to stay up to date on when a retailer receives new stock is to use online tracking accounts. First and foremost, following the official Sony Twitter account is advised. Secondly, there are a number of Twitter accounts that appear to have up-to-date information on PS5 restock: @mattswider, @PS5StockAlert, @Wario64, @GYXdeals, and @PS5Drop are some to name a few. Reddit communities like r/PS5 and r/PS5restock may also be helpful.
(*Note: Widget Weekly does not have any affiliation with these accounts)
It should also be noted that restock and availability of the PS5 can be region specific. Stores on the East coast may receive restock of the units while store on the West coast could see no change at all and vice versa. That is why we advise that you bookmark this page and check the list frequently for updates.
Good luck!
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