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Best Buy alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll online shopping apps

Top picks

  • Walmart logo

    Best overall

    Walmart

    Starting price: $98 a year (Walmart+ annual)

  • Target logo

    Best free option

    Target

    Circle 360 price: $10.99/month or $99/year

Common reasons people leave Best Buy: only serves the United States and Canada, and narrower range than general marketplaces. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Best Buy, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Walmart currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Walmart logoWalmartFree plan + paid$98 a year (Walmart+ annual)NoWeb, Android, iOS8 of 868.8
2Target logoTargetFree plan + paid$10.99/month or $99/yearNoWeb, Android, iOS5 of 564.8
3Amazon logoAmazonFree plan + paid$14.99 a month (Prime Monthly)NoWeb, Android, iOS7 of 759.4
4Costco logoCostcoPaid—NoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 457.5
5eBay logoeBayFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android7 of 750.3
  1. Walmart logo

    1. WalmartTop pick

    Best for: US households who want low-price groceries and essentials delivered or ready for pickup

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Best Buy

    Electronics alongside groceries and household goods, often at lower prices, with pickup at thousands of stores.

    Pros

    • Groceries and general merchandise in one order, with store pickup
    • Walmart+ costs less per year than Amazon Prime
    • Thousands of US stores for pickup and in-person returns
    • Half-price Walmart+ for students and government assistance recipients

    Cons

    • Free grocery delivery needs a $35 minimum even with Walmart+
    • Marketplace sellers mixed with Walmart's own stock make shipping and returns uneven
    • Walmart.com and Walmart+ serve only US customers
    Visit Walmart Compare with Best BuyDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Walmart a good Best Buy alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Walmart+ price
    $98 per year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Walmart+ trial
    30 days for $1
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free delivery minimum
    $35 with Walmart+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Student price
    $49 per year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Stores
    More than 10,900 in 19 countries
    Checked Nov 8, 2026corporate.walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $98 a year (Walmart+ annual)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days for $1
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Student discount
    $49 a year or $6.47 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Target logo

    2. Target

    Best for: US shoppers who like Target's own brands and want quick pickup or same-day delivery

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Best Buy

    Smaller electronics range but easy store pickup and returns, plus everything else for the home.

    Pros

    • Drive-up and in-store pickup are quick and free
    • Target-only home, kids and clothing brands
    • Free loyalty program with regular personalised deals
    • Circle 360 adds an extra 30 days to return items

    Cons

    • Smaller catalogue than Amazon or Walmart
    • Same-day delivery through Circle 360 only at select stores
    • US only
    Visit Target Compare with Best BuyDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Target a good Best Buy alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Target Circle
    Free to join
    Checked Nov 8, 2026target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Circle 360 price
    $10.99/month or $99/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Circle 360 returns
    Extra 30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Stores
    More than 2,000 in the US
    Checked Nov 8, 2026corporate.target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner of
    Shipt and Roundel
    Checked Nov 8, 2026corporate.target.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Amazon logo

    3. Amazon

    Best for: Shoppers who want the widest selection and fast delivery, especially Prime members

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Best Buy

    Wider electronics range with fast Prime delivery and frequent price drops on the same brands.

    Pros

    • Largest selection of almost any online store
    • Fast free delivery on eligible items with Prime
    • Easy returns on most items sold or shipped by Amazon
    • Prime bundles video, music and photo storage

    Cons

    • Search results are crowded with sponsored listings and lookalike brands
    • Marketplace seller quality is uneven
    • Prime is a fairly expensive yearly subscription
    Visit Amazon Compare with Best BuyDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Amazon a good Best Buy alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Photo storage
    Unlimited with Prime
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Used goods
    Amazon Resale
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $14.99 a month (Prime Monthly)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime Annual plan
    $139 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime for Young Adults plan
    $7.49 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime Access plan
    $6.99 a month for eligible government assistance recipients
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Costco logo

    4. Costco

    Best for: Households and small businesses near a warehouse that buy groceries and essentials in bulk

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Best Buy

    Members get extended warranties and long return windows on TVs, laptops and appliances.

    Pros

    • Low prices on bulk groceries, household goods and Kirkland Signature products
    • Executive members earn a 2% annual reward on most purchases
    • Membership card works at Costco warehouses worldwide

    Cons

    • Annual membership fee needed to shop in warehouses
    • Non-members pay 5% more on the items they can buy online
    • Bulk pack sizes don't suit small households
    Visit Costco Compare with Best BuyDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Costco a good Best Buy alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Executive membership
    $130 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026costco.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Executive reward
    2%, up to $1,250 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026costco.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Non-member online surcharge
    5%
    Checked Nov 8, 2026costco.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Membership card
    Valid at any Costco warehouse worldwide
    Checked Nov 8, 2026costco.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. eBay logo

    5. eBay

    Best for: Sellers of collectibles, parts and electronics who want a national or global audience

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    50.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Best Buy

    New, used and refurbished gadgets from many sellers, often cheaper than retail.

    Pros

    • Huge audience, with international selling to 200+ countries
    • Auctions help price rare and collectible items
    • Built-in shipping labels, payments and buyer and seller protections
    • Store subscriptions and promotion tools for serious sellers

    Cons

    • Final value fees take a meaningful cut of every sale
    • Shipping and packing add work compared with local pickup
    • Busy, cluttered interface with many fee and policy rules
    Visit eBay Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.346
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is eBay a good Best Buy alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    International reach
    Buyers in 200+ countries
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Live selling
    eBay Live
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    eBay Stores
    Lower fees and marketing tools
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI listing tools
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free listings
    250 free listings a month, then $0.35 each
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Final value fee
    13.6% for most categories (up to $7,500)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Per order fee
    $0.30 for orders $10 or less, $0.40 over $10
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Best Buy alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Walmart logo

Best Best Buy alternative for most people

Walmart

Electronics alongside groceries and household goods, often at lower prices, with pickup at thousands of stores.

Target logo

Best Best Buy alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Target

Smaller electronics range but easy store pickup and returns, plus everything else for the home.

Amazon logo

Best Best Buy alternative for iPhone and Android

Amazon

Wider electronics range with fast Prime delivery and frequent price drops on the same brands.

Costco logo

Best Best Buy alternative for working in the browser

Costco

Members get extended warranties and long return windows on TVs, laptops and appliances.

Best Buy alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Best Buy?

Walmart ranks first right now. Electronics alongside groceries and household goods, often at lower prices, with pickup at thousands of stores. Target and Amazon follow it in our ranking.

Best Buy vs Walmart: what's the difference?

Both Best Buy and Walmart are free with paid plans. Both run on Web, iOS and Android.

Is Best Buy free?

Best Buy is free with paid plans.

How much do Best Buy alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Best Buy alternatives: Walmart, $98 a year (Walmart+ annual); Target, $10.99/month or $99/year; Amazon, $14.99 a month (Prime Monthly). Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Best Buy?

Yes. Walmart (free plan + paid), Target (free plan + paid), Amazon (free plan + paid) and eBay (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Best Buy?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Best Buy?

The complaints we hear most: only serves the United States and Canada; narrower range than general marketplaces; best perks need a paid membership.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Best Buy, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.