The best time to buy appliances is usually during Black Friday week and other major holiday sales. In 2024, Consumer Reports reported that large appliance discounts averaged about 20% through October and were expected to reach up to 24% during Black Friday week, citing retail analysts at OpenBrand. If your current appliance is still working, timing your purchase around one of these events can save you real money.
Why Black Friday is the biggest appliance sale
Major retailers start appliance deals early in Thanksgiving week and run them through Black Friday and beyond. Here's what Consumer Reports found for the 2024 season:
Large appliance discounts averaged about 20% through October 2024.
Discounts were expected to average about 22% in November and up to 24% during Black Friday week.
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Laundry appliances (25%) and over-the-range microwaves (24%) had the largest average discounts.
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Appliance bundles and suites were a major focus, with deeper bundle discounts.
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Presidents Day (February)
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Memorial Day (May)
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Fourth of July
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Labor Day (September)
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday (November)
In-store vs. online: where the deals are deeper
In 2024, in-store appliance discounts averaged 26%, compared with 20% online, according to OpenBrand data cited by Consumer Reports. If you can see the appliance in person, it may be worth a trip to the store. Ask about price matching too, since some retailers matched prices during the 2024 holiday season.
Holiday sale calendar
Beyond Black Friday, many retailers run appliance sales around these long weekends:
Sale timing and discounts vary by retailer and year, so compare prices before you buy.
Best time to buy by appliance
Washer and dryer: Laundry had the deepest average discount in Consumer Reports' 2024 Black Friday coverage. Buying a matched pair can also unlock bundle pricing.
Refrigerator: Look for bundle deals when you're replacing several kitchen appliances at once.
Dishwasher and range: These often appear in kitchen suite bundles during holiday sales.
Microwave: Over-the-range microwaves saw some of the biggest 2024 Black Friday discounts.
New to buying appliances? Our homeowner's guide to appliances can help you compare options.
Should you buy now or repair what you have?
If an appliance breaks down weeks before a big sale, a repair may get you through. Compare the repair quote with the age of the appliance and the cost of a new one. See how long your home appliances should last and our guide to average appliance repair costs to help you decide.
Save more with Appliance Buyline
Most Cinch Home Services plans include Appliance Buyline, an appliance-buying service that offers discounts on name-brand appliances. It's another way to save when it's time to replace an appliance, whether or not there's a holiday sale going on. Terms apply.
Protect your new appliances
Once you've bought a new appliance, a home warranty from Cinch Home Services helps cover covered kitchen and laundry appliances when they break down from normal wear and tear, no matter when or where they were purchased. Learn does a home warranty cover appliances or compare plans and coverage. Subject to plan terms and conditions.
The product being offered is a service contract and is separate and distinct from any product or service warranty which may be provided by the home builder or manufacturer.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to buy appliances?
Black Friday week is typically one of the best times. Consumer Reports reported 2024 Black Friday discounts of up to 24% on large appliances.
What month do appliances go on sale?
November brings the biggest sales around Black Friday. Many retailers also run sales around Presidents Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day.
Are Black Friday appliance deals worth it?
Often, yes. In 2024, laundry appliances averaged 25% off and over-the-range microwaves averaged 24% off, according to OpenBrand data cited by Consumer Reports.
Is it cheaper to buy appliances in store or online?
In 2024, in-store discounts averaged 26% vs. 20% online, according to OpenBrand data cited by Consumer Reports.
When is the best time to buy a washer and dryer?
Black Friday week. Laundry had the deepest average discount in 2024, and buying a pair can unlock bundle pricing.
Should I repair or replace an old appliance?
Compare the repair cost with the appliance's age and the price of a new one. A repair can make sense if a big sale is a few weeks away.
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