Best Time to Buy Appliances

You might be tempted to buy one appliance at a time, even during sales, but purchasing in bulk is the best way to increase your discounts.

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The best times to buy appliances are Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, Labor Day, Labor Day Weekend, Maytag Month, Memorial Day, Presidents' Day, and all of October.

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Appliances are rarely on sale—about 19% of the year, or an average of 1-in-5.2 days.

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The best months to buy appliances are February, May, July, August, September, October, and November.

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Best time to buy appliances

FAQ

Let's recap by answering some key questions:

When is the best time to buy appliances?

The best times to buy appliances are Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, Labor Day, Labor Day Weekend, Maytag Month, Memorial Day, Presidents' Day, and all of October.

Which months are best for buying appliances?

The best months to buy appliances are February, May, July, August, September, October, and November.

How often are appliances on sale?

Appliances are rarely on sale, approximately 70 days each year, spanning 8 distinct sale periods—that's 19% of the year.

Where are the best places to buy appliances?

The best places to buy appliances are Costco, Amazon, The Home Depot, and Lowe's.

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