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Free Best Buy alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

4 of the 5 Best Buy alternatives we track can be used for free (free, open source, or with a free plan). Walmart, Target and Amazon rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

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
4eBay 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
    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
    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
    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. eBay logo

    4. 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
    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)