PS5 restock could make a cameo this weekend. There's a small chance retailers might sneak in a PS5 restock during their Memorial Day sales events. To be clear, we think the chances are slim, but it's worth staying vigilant over the holiday weekend.
So we're here to help you secure PS5 stock when inventory returns, by tracking rumored PS5 restocks on Twitter and keeping an eye out for surprise PS5 drops from dozens of retailers. We've also pulled together a list of the top U.S. retailers, including Target, GameStop, and Amazon that sell the PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often for the latest updates on all things PS5.
Where to buy PS5: Check PS5 restock now
As of May 29 at 9:25 a.m. ET, there is no PS5 restock available. However, Best Buy, Amazon, Target, and GameStop had restock this past week. We expect Sony Direct and Walmart could be next with PS5 drops. It might be a pain to seek out, but with games like The Last of Us 2 getting a big performance boost from the PS5, the effort to snag a console is worth it. So to help with your PS5 search, below you'll find our PS5 restock tracker along with links on where to buy the PS5 right now. Plus, here's one Tom's Guide staffer on how I got my PS5 without playing the restock game.
PS5: $499 @ Amazon
The flagship PS5 console includes a 4K UDH Blu-ray disc drive. As a result, the design is slightly fuller than the all-digital model. It sells for $499 and includes a PS5 DualSense controller.View Deal
PS5 Digital: $399 @ Amazon
The PS5 Digital console lacks a 4K UDH Blu-ray disc drive. As a result, it's slightly thinner than its counterpart. It also sells for $399 ($100 less) and includes a PS5 DualSense controller.
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PS5 restock tracker — retailer links
PS5 restock — latest news and rumors
PS5 restocks have kicked off in a big way this week. Best Buy restocked the console on Monday (May 24). The retailer was known for restocks for late-week restocks, so this drop proved once again that any retailer can restock at any time, so you need to be alert! Then Amazon and GameStop both restocked on Wednesday (May 26).
Target had been tipped for a drop for the last few weeks, and the retailer, at last, took fresh orders of the console earlier today (May 27). The retailer sold out in minutes though, and it seemed to be an even smaller drop than usual, so the next Target PS5 restock might be sooner than you expect.
Sony Direct is also excepted to have a restock in the near future but a drop today (May 28) seems unlikely at this point as we normally get advanced notice. Walmart could join in on the action to close out the week, but the retailer's last restock was a complete disaster. Hopefully, the mega-retailers next drop runs a little smoother.
One question that many people are currently asking is, will there be a PS5 restock on Memorial Day? We don't yet have a definitive answer, but we've put together some informed speculation in the linked article, so make sure to give that a read.
In frustrating restock-related news, Sony has confirmed that supply of the PS5 isn't expected to get any better this year. This would mean restock shortages continuing into 2022. Fear not, however, we'll be here every single week tracking restocks until the console is available without issue.
PS5 restock and Prime Day
Prime Day will be here sooner than you think, but don't get your hopes up too high. Chances are there won't be any Prime Day deals on the PS5. The console is in such high demand, that Amazon doesn't have to discount it on Prime Day. That said, it could offer a surprise PS5 drop in the days leading up to Prime Day, so we definitely recommend keeping an eye on Amazon the next few weeks.
Amazon PS5 restock date
No one knows when Amazon will release its PS5 consoles for sale — or if it even has any. However, it's been quite some time since their last PS5 restock. One thing to keep in mind — Amazon restocks tend to sell out in seconds. So you'll want to try this Amazon trick to increase your chances of getting a console.
Best Buy PS5 restock date
Best Buy used to offer PS5 restocks on Friday afternoons, but the retailer has been known to restock on Thursdays and even on Mondays. A few things to keep in mind: Best Buy's drops always occur on afternoons (between 12pm ET and 3pm ET) and they always offer the consoles at list price: $499 for the PS5 and $399 for the PS5 Digital.
Target PS5 restock date
Target PS5 restock dates have been hard to nail down. That's because the retailer tends to drop inventory in certain regions. For instance, someone in Chicago could see PS5 inventory at their local store, whereas a New Yorker might not see any inventory whatsoever. In addition, Target tends to do early morning restocks that occur around 8 a.m. ET. That said, their last restock sold out in minutes.
PS5 restock — Track on Twitter
One of the best ways to find out when PS5 restock hits online retailers is by following the Sony Twitter account. We also recommend following Twitter accounts such as @PS5StockAlerts, @GYXdeals, @mattswider, @PS5Drop and @Wario64, which are often first to have the latest updates on availability.
Keep in mind that PS5 restock availability can also be regional and limited to select stores. Either way, make sure to keep this page bookmarked and to check the retailer listings regularly.
PS5 restock — Track the retailers
PS5 at Walmart
PS5: $499 @ Walmart
Check stock The flagship PS5 console includes a 4K UDH Blu-ray disc drive. As a result, the design is slightly fuller than the all-digital model. It sells for $499 and includes a PS5 DualSense controller.View Deal
PS5 Digital Edition: $399 @ Walmart
Check stock The PS5 Digital console lacks a 4K UDH Blu-ray disc drive. As a result, it's slightly thinner than its counterpart. It also sells for $399 ($100 less) and includes a PS5 DualSense controller.View Deal
PS5 at Amazon
PS5: $499 @ Amazon
Amazon has started selling the base PS5, but stock has sold out at the time of writing.View Deal
PS5 Digital Edition: $399 @ Amazon
Amazon also sells the PS5 Digital Edition, but it has also sold out of this PS5 version. View Deal
PS5 at Best Buy
PS5: $499 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has started selling the PS5, complete with optional 2-year accident protection and several cardmember financing options. When we last checked however, there weren't any consoles available.View Deal
PS5 Digital Edition: $399 @ Best Buy
Best Buy also has the PS5 Digital Edition, but it's also proving hard to find in stock.View Deal
PS5 at GameStop
PS5: $499 @ GameStop
GameStop is offering the PS5, complete with product replacement options and payment plan options that start at $124.99. However, the product is currently listed as out of stock.View Deal
PS5 Digital Edition: $399 @ GameStop
GameStop also has the PS5 Digital Edition; as of Friday morning (Apr. 2), we saw some of these in stock.View Deal
PS5 at Target
PS5: $499 @ Target
Target restocked the PS5 today, but like during the previous restocks it sold out in minutes. The retailer also offers a 2 year protection plan starting at $63.View Deal
PS5 Digital Edition: $399 @ Target
Target restocked the PS5 Digital Edition earlier today but has since sold out of the console. Protection plans start at $47 for the discless console.
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PS5 at B&H
PS5: $499 @ B&H
The standard PS5 is being sold at B&H Photo with a free expedited shipping option. There's no stock right now, but you can sign up for notifications.View Deal
PS5 Digital Edition: $399 @ B&H
The PS5 Digital Edition is also currently unavailable, but B&H is offering free expedited shipping and will notify you when it has more stock via email if you wish.
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PS5 at Sony Direct
PS5: $499 @ Sony Direct
The Sony Direct Store is expected to have PS5 restock soon. You'll need to form an online queue for your chance to get the console for $499.View Deal
PS5 Digital: $399 @ Sony Direct
The Sony Direct Store is expected to have PS5 restock soon. You'll need to form an online queue for your chance to get the console for $399.View Deal
How to buy PS5: Essential tips
Multiple sources have reported an Amazon trick that improves your chances of scoring a PS5. We tested this trick four times and each time we succeeded in getting a next-gen console into our cart. (We tested it with an Xbox Series X, but there's no reason why it shouldn't work with a PS5). Other PS5 retailer tips to follow include:
Get prepared: Make sure you have all the right payment card details and two-factor authentication available and to hand when you find a PS5 ready to buy. Units can go so fast that if you’re fiddling around trying to find your credit card you could miss your chance to secure a PS5 order.
Select a retailer: As you can see from our list above, there are plenty of retailers to choose from, which can actually make the whole process of buying a PS5 a bit complicated. We suggest you select a couple of major retailers like Walmart and Amazon, and keep an eye on their PS5 landing pages.
Sign up for stock alerts: Plenty of retailers offer to alert you to when they have PS5 restock. We suggest you sign up to those services for the retailers that are offering them.
Find the right product page: It might sound obvious, but make sure you’re on the actual buying page for the PS5 or the PS5 Digital Edition. If you’re on a landing page, you might end up missing the moment new stock arrives.
Sign in to retailers: Make sure you sign in to any retailers you might already have an account with. This will make things a lot faster when buying a PS5 if you spot one on sale. And speed is of the essence today.
Keep refreshing and don't give up: It can be a little demoralizing trying to find PS5 restock when everywhere looks sold out. But regularly refresh product pages to see what pops up; you might get lucky. And also keep checking back here for any PS5 stock updates.
You can also make it a habit of checking Slickdeals, the online collection of deals that run the gamut from household appliances to gaming consoles like the PS5. The website has a few specific forum threads for everything PS5 that users continue to update. If you follow the thread, head to the last page and keep refreshing to keep up with all the latest news.
It's also a good idea to check a few of the subscription-based wholesaler retailers like Sam's Club, BJ's Wholesale Club, and Costco. You do need a paid membership to shop at these retailers, but that means reduced competition to snag a unit there. You may need to pay extra for a bundle, but it's worth checking out these locations either way. Currently, there are no online listings for these retailers to check, but it may be worth heading to each brick-and-mortar store to try your luck at this point.
It's been a fairly difficult process during this console generation to lock in any sort of next-gen purchase. But as we near the holidays, it's highly likely there will be additional PS5s available for purchase at some point as Sony catches up with those looking to buy PS5s.
PS5 restocks: Accounts to follow
PS5 restock — price and discounts
The PS5 with disc costs $499, whereas the PS5 Digital Edition costs $399. Unfortunately, it's gonna be a long time before we see any discounts on the consoles. However, we have noted some sales on PS5 accessories. Make sure to follow our PS5 deals coverage for deals on everything related to the PS5.
Where to buy PS5: Avoid the PS5 scalpers
Unfortunately, one of the main reasons for the shortage of PS5 consoles is due to scalpers. These opportunistic people have been using bots to scan retailers for PS5 stock when it becomes available and buy as many of the consoles as they can in one go.
Once they have the highly-desirable console, they will then sell them for extortionate prices, often for thousands of dollars. Business Insider reported one reseller managed to get hold of 200 PS5 consoles and managed to sell them for more than $40,000.
While this isn’t illegal, it’s not exactly the most morally sound thing to do. But at least it’s not as bad as some people who’ve been pretending to sell PS5 consoles on eBay by simply posting photos of the console and scamming people to bid for them when there was no PS5 on offer.
It might seem absurd to buy a PS5 for over $1,000, especially as its launch game lineup isn’t particularly profound. But with the coronavirus pandemic seeing more people staying at home, some PlayStation fans are clearly desperate to get their hands on a new console to keep them entertained.
We advise you avoid buying from such resellers, fake or otherwise. At $499 the PS5 is still quite an expensive console and it currently doesn't have a huge library of games. So if you can wait until later this year, you’re likely to have a lot more PS5 games to choose from and Sony should have more consoles available.
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