Kohl's will price match a physical competitor ad for an identical item, both in-store and on Kohls.com — but the exclusion list is long, covering Amazon, Costco, Sam's Club, and most electronics, denim, athletic wear, and beauty categories.
You Need a Physical Ad, Not a Phone Screen
Kohl's requires a printed copy of the competitor's ad showing the identical item, current price, and item description — a digital ad pulled up on a phone typically doesn't qualify in store. The match is honored up to 14 days after purchase with the original receipt. For Kohls.com purchases, the store instead compares the identical item's verifiable price on select competitors' own websites, limited to retailers with both physical stores and an online presence — wholesale-only sites don't count.
| Eligible competitors |
Retailers such as Macy's, JCPenney, Target, and Walmart with a matching identical item |
| In-store requirement |
A printed physical competitor ad — digital ads on a phone typically don't qualify |
| Time window |
Up to 14 days after purchase, with the original receipt |
| Excluded retailers |
Costco, Sam's Club, and Amazon are not matched |
| Excluded categories |
Clearance, BOGO, and Kohl's Cares items, plus electronics, premium denim, athletic wear, toys, mattresses, makeup, and Sephora products |
| Combining with coupons |
Standard coupons cannot be applied to a price-matched item, though Kohl's Cash may still be used |
Given how many categories are excluded, check with a Kohl's associate before assuming a specific item qualifies — electronics, denim, athletic wear, and Sephora items are common items that don't.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kohl's price match?
Yes, with a physical competitor ad showing an identical item, both in-store and for Kohls.com purchases against select competitor websites.
Does Kohl's price match Amazon?
No, Amazon, Costco, and Sam's Club are all excluded from Kohl's price match policy.
How long after buying something can I ask Kohl's for a price match?
Up to 14 days after purchase, with your original receipt.
Can I use a digital ad on my phone for a Kohl's price match?
Typically no — Kohl's requires a printed, physical copy of the competitor's ad for in-store price matches.
