Staples will match a lower price from a specific list of named competitors — including Amazon, Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, and Office Depot — either at purchase or as a refund of the difference within 14 days.
Coupons and Rebates Count Against the Comparison
A detail worth knowing: Staples' own policy language says coupons and rebates (including Easy Rebates, instant rebates, and mail-in rebates) are deducted from the Staples product's price before the price match comparison is calculated — so the comparison isn't always just sticker price versus sticker price.
| Qualifying competitors |
Amazon, Best Buy, Costco, Dell, HP, Office Depot/OfficeMax, Quill, Sam's Club, Walmart, WB Mason, Xerox, and a few others |
| At time of purchase |
Price matched directly at the register or checkout |
| After purchase |
Refund of the price difference within 14 days |
| Staples.com vs. in-store |
Staples also matches its own Staples.com price within 14 days of an in-store purchase |
| Item match requirement |
Identical model number, components, and U.S. warranty; must be sold and shipped by the competitor directly |
| Not eligible |
Competitor or Staples' own special event pricing — grand openings, anniversary sales, clearance, liquidation, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday |
Coupons and rebates applied to the Staples price are factored into the comparison, so the effective price being matched may differ from the plain sticker price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Staples price match Amazon?
Yes, as long as the item is sold and shipped by Amazon directly and identical to the Staples product.
Can I get a price match refund after I've already bought something at Staples?
Yes, within 14 days of purchase if you find a qualifying lower price.
Does Staples price match during Black Friday?
No, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and other special event pricing are excluded.
Does Staples price match its own website?
Yes, an in-store purchase can be matched to a lower Staples.com price within 14 days.
