Tricks to Get Expensive Tech for Cheap

Most people sleep in the best section at Best Buy Open Box Trading. I’m telling you, that’s where magic happens if you want brand new technology without a brand new price tag. We’re talking about laptops, TVs, appliances, and gaming consoles. Usually, everything that makes your wallet cry. No, it’s not junk. Below are some clever hacks to help you maximize your savings with Best Buy.

What does “open box” mean?

“Open Box” items are electronic devices that are customer returns, display models, or items with damaged packaging. Best Buy can’t sell them as new, so they slap them on fat discounts and shelve them under the label “Open-Box”.

It’s important to know what Best Buy is using Three different terms The state of such a thing is explained.

1. The open box is excellent: This is something I highly recommend you look for. “Excellent” usually means something new in nature. Customers bought it, changed their minds, returned it, and didn’t even touch it, but the seals were broken so Best Buy can’t sell it as a new one.

The reason I like being “good” is that I get a product with far fewer “tyre miles” because the difference in price between “good” and “good” is quite negligible.

2. Open Box Good: These usually have some small cosmetic defects, but they still work perfectly. Please inspect the item yourself if possible before pulling the trigger to “good.” You’d want to Select in-store pickup For this exact reason, we’ll go into this in more detail later.

3. Open Box Fair: I usually try to avoid these. They are usually missing accessories or being slapped a bit. Skip this unless you’re very useful or care that your $1,000 TV has a scratch on the side. These often don’t even have the original packaging either.

Pro Tips: Check elsewhere

If you live in an area with some Best Buy locations, always make sure you get into the habit of checking out both stores.

The prices for Best Buy can be very strange and random. One store offers a laptop open box for $999 and the other for $899. Same exact conditions. It’s all inventory-based, so one store might want to get rid of it soon.

How to find these transactions (they are not always obvious)

online

I think it’s fair to say that the easiest way to find open box deals is online.

I’ll just go Any product page Find it on bestbuy.com “Purchase Options” box. If there is an open box version, it will appear there.

Or just search “Open Box” And filter whatever you’re looking for. there is On another page Place all open boxes in one place.

But here’s what most people miss… stock is tied to your local store. So if you say nothing is available, that usually means there is nothing in your store.

Change the postal code Next town, and then suddenly that same TV is $300 cheaper than $300.

Inside the store

When shopping in the store, you’ll want to look for most open boxed ones with end caps, but don’t ignore them as the main aisle is also scattered there.

Open box items should not be confused with outlet/clearance products with red labels. Open box items do not have red labels, Detailed explanation in its condition including appearance, parts and accessories.

Always ask employees Have a question about the open box product in question and take it out of the box if necessary (if necessary) to make it look great so that you can make an informed decision.

Pro Tips: Pick-up Interview

When purchasing open boxed items from the Best Buy website, especially when purchasing something in the “good” or “fair” category, please fill up the items if possible.

You can inspect it, make sure all accessories are there and bail if it’s not what you expected.

Let’s talk about the numbers (because this hack does not change)

Here is the real deal I’ve seen recently:

MacBook Pro 14” (M3 chip) – Usually $1,599. Open Box Excellent: $1,249.

65 inch Samsung 4K QLED TV – New: $999. Open Box Good: $679. Because there was a dent in the box.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones -Retail: $399. Open Box: $279. It still looked sealed.

LG – 27.1 Cu. ft. Lined up smart fridge -Retail: $1,599. Open Box Excellent: $1,358. I saw a new brand spanking.

Sometimes you can do it too Student discounts apply Not always, but open boxed ones are worth trying if you have access to the .edu email address.

Learn to negotiate better prices…

This is a $1,299 MacBook with open box items displayed online and marked at $999.

But when you check the details, it “impartial” It says a state and something vague “There may be bigger dents or scratches.”.

I’ll pause immediately. This is your moment.

If the item is in the store (or available in in-store pickup), you can absolutely negotiate the price… especially if it is do not have It is labeled “Excellent Condition.” You just have to ask.

Here’s how I did it:

Go in, find the item and ask them to take it out of the box and look.

Half of the time is the return of the display model or scratch corner. That’s your leverage.

Next, say:

“Hey, I saw this being listed online as an open box fair condition, but there’s Nick on the screen. Is that the only big issue? If so, can you take something more from the price?”

The worst they can say is “No, sorry.” However, employees often have discretion Get an extra 5-15% offespecially if the item has been sitting for a while, or if you are trying to move stock before the new model drops.

Also, if you have items, this works even better It’s already been pulled up on your phone And you are polite, but confident.

If you’re buying some? I’ll bundle it together. I am Written previouslyI once grabbed an open box DVD player and asked, “If I shoot this and TV today, can I make the price a little better?” boom! Another $75. Just to ask.

You don’t have to be pushy. Behave like it’s not your first “technology rodeo.”

Ah…and you can still return them

People always ask me, “But if it sucks, can I return it?” Yeah. Same return policy As normal.

Usually 15 days, but 60 days if you’re there My Best Buy Total or Elite Plus member. I returned the open box before. There is no strange appearance or drama.

And yes, you can still buy Geek Squad Protection For most open box items. So if you are buying something expensive, if you die in a month, you are not stuck with it. Make sure it is eligible for your product. You will find it when you check out.

Pro Tip: Do you want to see the deal? Don’t hesitate

Click faster and buy faster. Stock changes constantly, trust me. I literally sold out something in my cart while I was searching for my wallet.

This is especially true at the beginning of the month when new things are always added to the “open box” category.

Things you don’t buy open boxes

Some are just gambling, simple and simple.

I don’t ruin anything with easily damaged components like open box personal care items (toothbrushes, razors, etc.), robot vacuums (you’ve probably already been to war), or monitors that could have dead pixels.

Stick to a sturdy and easy to test gear: Laptop, TV, headphones, tablets, gaming consoles.

If it’s something with lots of accessories (cables, adapters, remotes, etc.), check the list to see what’s included and get exactly what you’re getting.

Ask your readers: What is the most money saved from buying open boxed ones from Best Buy? Have you ever had any problems? Please let us know.

By Kyle James