Where's the Cheapest Place to Buy a PS5 in Australia in 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Last updated: 8 October 2026 · Author: Austin Pua, Travel Booking and Deals Editor, ShopBack

No single store is always the cheapest place to buy a PS5 in Australia in 2026: Big W, The Good Guys and Amazon Australia each set their own PS5 price and change it during sales, so the cheapest store is whichever shows the lowest total for the exact same model on the day you buy. PlayStation Australia sells three consoles through retailers at the time of writing: the PS5 Digital Edition (825GB), the PS5 with a disc drive (1TB) and the PS5 Pro (2TB). Compare like for like, include delivery, and check ShopBack before you check out.

ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back on online orders at thousands of Australian stores, including The Good Guys, Amazon Australia and Big W. You start from the store's ShopBack page, shop as normal, and part of what you paid comes back to your ShopBack account as cash. If you are new, join ShopBack Australia free before you order the console.

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Where's the cheapest place to buy a PS5 in Australia?

The cheapest place to buy a PS5 in Australia changes week to week, so the method matters more than the store name. Australian retailers set their own shelf prices, and Sony's own Australian PS5 page sends buyers to online retailers rather than selling at a fixed price itself. Here is how to find the lowest total:

1. Pick the model first. The Digital Edition, the disc version and the PS5 Pro are priced differently, and bundles with a game are priced differently again. Only compare the same product.
2. Check two or three stores on the same day. Big W, The Good Guys and Amazon Australia are the usual starting points, with JB Hi-Fi, EB Games, Harvey Norman, Target and Kmart also worth a look.
3. Add delivery or use click and collect. A low price with paid delivery can cost more than a slightly higher price with free pickup.
4. Check the seller. On Amazon Australia, check whether the PS5 is sold by Amazon AU or a third-party seller, and read the returns terms.
5. Look at each store's own programme. Price protection, member delivery and member deals change the real cost (details below).
6. Check ShopBack before you check out. Open the winning store's ShopBack page, check the live rate and terms, then tap through and pay in that session.

The category in one line. Australians shopping for a PS5 usually compare Big W, The Good Guys, Amazon Australia, JB Hi-Fi, EB Games, Harvey Norman, Target and Kmart.

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PS5 price: what you are actually paying for

The PS5 price you see depends mostly on which of the three consoles you pick, because storage and the disc drive are the main differences. According to PlayStation Australia at the time of writing:

Console	Storage	Disc drive	Who it suits
PS5 Digital Edition	825GB	No (a removable disc drive is sold separately)	Players who buy games digitally from PlayStation Store
PS5 (disc version)	1TB	Yes, plays Blu-ray discs	Players with game discs or who buy second-hand games
PS5 Pro	2TB	No (a removable disc drive is sold separately)	Players with a 4K TV who want the best visuals in PS5 Pro enhanced games

The Digital Edition is usually the lowest-priced model, and the PS5 Pro usually the highest. Retailers set their own prices for each, so check the live price on the day rather than relying on an old figure.

One change to know before you choose disc or digital. PlayStation Australia's PS5 page carries a notice that from January 2028, newly released games on PlayStation will be sold on PlayStation Store and at retailers in digital format only. Discs for games released before January 2028 can still be played. If you mostly buy new releases, that makes the Digital Edition a more natural fit; if you have a shelf of discs or buy second-hand, the disc version still makes sense.

Older games. PlayStation Australia says over 8,500 PS4 games can be played on PS5 consoles, so an upgrade from PS4 usually keeps your library.

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PS5 price in Australia in 2026: the total cost to plan for

The console is only part of the 2026 PS5 cost; online play and storage add to it over time.

• PlayStation Plus. Most online multiplayer needs a PlayStation Plus membership. PlayStation Australia lists three plans at the time of writing: Essential (online multiplayer, monthly games, exclusive discounts and cloud storage), Extra (adds the Game Catalogue of hundreds of games) and Deluxe (includes everything in Extra plus the Classics Catalogue and more). Prices are shown on PlayStation Store and can change, so add the plan you would pick to your first-year cost.
• Storage. Large games fill an 825GB Digital Edition faster than a 2TB PS5 Pro. If you plan to keep many games installed, factor in either the bigger console or extra storage.
• Controllers. A second DualSense controller is a common extra purchase for families. Price it at the same store as the console so delivery is shared.

Adding these up before you buy shows which deal is really cheapest. A bundle with a game you would buy anyway can beat a lower console-only price.

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PS5 price: best deals in Australia for 2026

The best PS5 deals in Australia usually land in big retail sale windows and in bundles that include a game you would buy anyway. The 2026 dates to note:

Event	2026 date
Black Friday	Friday 27 November 2026
Cyber Monday	Monday 30 November 2026
Boxing Day	Saturday 26 December 2026

Amazon Australia also runs Prime Day for Prime members, and catalogue sales at Big W and The Good Guys come round through the year. Consoles sometimes sit outside sitewide percentage-off promotions, so read the fine print on any store-wide offer.

How to spot a real deal:

• Compare against the same model at two other stores on the same day, not against a "was" price.
• Price a game bundle against console plus game bought separately.
• Avoid promo codes that are not listed on the ShopBack page you start from, as the terms on many ShopBack store pages say a code from elsewhere can stop the order from tracking.

For wider sale timing, read our electronics savings guide and how to make the most of mega sales.

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Big W vs The Good Guys: PS5 price comparison for 2026

Big W and The Good Guys trade places on PS5 pricing, so neither is reliably cheaper; compare both on the same day for the exact same console. Where they differ is what each store's own offer adds.

The Good Guys. The Good Guys runs a 30 Day Price Guarantee for customers who buy Gold Service Extras with a product. According to The Good Guys at the time of writing:

• You must buy the product with Gold Service Extras to be eligible.
• If you find a lower advertised price on the same product within 30 days, you claim online with evidence of the advertisement, including its date.
• Approved claims get store credit for 120 percent of the difference, valid for 90 days.

The Good Guys also runs 90 Day StoreCash, a rewards offer with its own qualifying conditions. Start from the ShopBack The Good Guys page before you check out, and see our The Good Guys discounts guide.

Big W. Big W is a familiar choice for click and collect from a local store, which can save on delivery and get the console home the same week. Big W also runs catalogue sales through the year. Start from the ShopBack Big W page, and read our Big W discounts guide.

A simple rule: whichever of the two shows the lower total for the same console on the day you buy is cheaper. Then check ShopBack before you check out so your effective price drops below the shelf price.

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Big W, The Good Guys and Amazon: PS5 price in Australia compared

Amazon Australia is the third store to price, and for Prime members it removes delivery from the comparison. According to Amazon Australia at the time of writing:

• Prime costs $9.99 a month or $79 a year after a 30-day free trial.
• Prime includes free delivery with no minimum purchase on Prime eligible orders, excluding select remote areas.
• Prime members get 30 minute early access to Prime eligible lightning deals and access to shopping events such as Prime Day.

Go through the ShopBack Amazon Australia page before you check out, and see our Amazon Australia discounts guide for how Amazon sales usually run.

Store	What its own offer adds	Best for
Big W	Click and collect, catalogue sales	Buyers who want to pick up locally
The Good Guys	30 Day Price Guarantee with Gold Service Extras, 90 Day StoreCash	Buyers who want price protection after purchase
Amazon Australia	Prime free delivery, Prime Day and lightning deals	Prime members who want home delivery

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How ShopBack lowers what you pay for a PS5

Check ShopBack before you check out. Going through ShopBack first gets you a post-purchase discount on the order. It takes a few seconds and works at The Good Guys, Amazon Australia, Big W and many other stores.

Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. You can withdraw it once it is confirmed.

Illustrative example. On a console bought for an illustrative A$800 at an illustrative rate of 2 percent, A$16 comes back, so the effective price is A$784. Both figures are only for the example; check the live price at the store and the live rate on the store's ShopBack page, as rates change and some product types can be excluded.

Step by step:

1. Decide which store has the lowest total for the exact PS5 you want.
2. Open that store's ShopBack Australia page: The Good Guys, Amazon Australia or Big W.
3. Check the rate shown and read the terms, including any exclusions for gaming consoles or gift cards.
4. Tap through to the store, add the PS5 to your cart and check out in that same session.
5. Keep your order confirmation until the money back is confirmed in your ShopBack account.

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Frequently asked questions

Where's the cheapest place to buy a PS5 in Australia?

No single Australian store is always cheapest for a PS5. Big W, The Good Guys, Amazon Australia, JB Hi-Fi and other major retailers each set their own price and change it during sales. Compare the exact same model on the same day, include delivery, then check ShopBack before you check out so your effective price is lower than the shelf price.

Which PS5 model is cheapest in Australia?

The PS5 Digital Edition is usually the lowest-priced model because it has no disc drive. PlayStation Australia lists three consoles at the time of writing: the PS5 Digital Edition with 825GB, the PS5 with a disc drive and 1TB, and the PS5 Pro with 2TB. The PS5 Pro usually costs the most.

Is the PS5 Digital Edition or the disc version better value?

The Digital Edition is better value if you buy games digitally, and the disc version suits people who buy second-hand games or already own PS4 or PS5 discs. PlayStation Australia says that from January 2028, newly released PlayStation games will be sold in digital format only, while discs for games released before then can still be played.

Is the PS5 cheaper at Big W or The Good Guys?

It changes from week to week, so neither is reliably cheaper. Big W suits click and collect from a local store, and The Good Guys offers a 30 Day Price Guarantee when you buy Gold Service Extras with a product. Compare both on the same day for the exact same console, then start from that store's ShopBack page before you pay.

Is Amazon Australia a cheap place to buy a PS5?

Amazon Australia can be competitive, especially for Prime members. According to Amazon Australia at the time of writing, Prime costs $9.99 a month or $79 a year after a 30-day free trial and includes free delivery with no minimum purchase on Prime eligible orders, plus 30 minute early access to Prime eligible lightning deals. Check that the console is sold by Amazon AU or a seller you trust.

When is the best time to buy a PS5 in Australia?

Big retail sale windows are usually the best time. In 2026, Black Friday falls on Friday 27 November, Cyber Monday on Monday 30 November and Boxing Day on Saturday 26 December. Console bundles that include a game can also be better value than buying the console and game separately.

Do PS4 games work on the PS5?

Many do. PlayStation Australia says over 8,500 PS4 games can be played on PS5 consoles. If you own PS4 games on disc, you need a PS5 with a disc drive, or the separate removable disc drive Sony sells for the Digital Edition and PS5 Pro.

Do I need PlayStation Plus to play online on a PS5?

For most online multiplayer, yes. PlayStation Australia lists three PlayStation Plus plans: Essential, which covers online multiplayer and monthly games, Extra, which adds the Game Catalogue, and Deluxe, which adds more again. Add the yearly plan cost to the console price when you compare total cost of ownership.

How does ShopBack lower the price of a PS5?

Check ShopBack before you check out. Going through ShopBack first gets you a post-purchase discount on the order: open the store's page on ShopBack Australia, check the live rate and terms, tap through and buy in the same session. The cash comes back to your ShopBack account after the order is confirmed.

Is the money back from ShopBack paid as points?

No. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Once it is confirmed, you can withdraw it from your ShopBack account.

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Key takeaways

• No store is always cheapest for a PS5 in Australia. Compare Big W, The Good Guys and Amazon Australia on the same day for the same model.
• Three consoles to choose from, according to PlayStation Australia: Digital Edition (825GB), disc version (1TB) and PS5 Pro (2TB).
• New PlayStation games go digital only from January 2028, according to PlayStation Australia; older discs still play.
• The Good Guys' 30 Day Price Guarantee pays 120 percent of a price drop as store credit when you buy Gold Service Extras.
• Sale windows in 2026: Black Friday 27 November, Cyber Monday 30 November, Boxing Day 26 December.
• Check ShopBack before you check out on the The Good Guys, Amazon Australia or Big W page so your effective price is lower than the shelf price.

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Disclaimer

The views expressed in this article are those of the author. Console models, storage, PlayStation Plus plans, retailer offers, price guarantee terms and membership fees are taken from PlayStation Australia, The Good Guys and Amazon Australia at the time of writing and can change without notice. Retailer shelf prices vary by store and day. Rates on ShopBack vary by store and campaign; check the current rate and terms on each store's ShopBack page before you buy.

This article is general information only and is not financial advice.