When Is the Best Time to Buy Appliances?

Shoppers can find appliance deals throughout the year, but July 4, Black Friday and after a new model release are popular times.

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Edited by other Updated Sep 19, 2025 Major appliances are often expensive, but they can be better-priced at certain times of the year — especially around holidays. Timing your purchase right is a good way to save money. Before you buy a dishwasher, refrigerator, range, washer or dryer, check if one of these sale seasons is coming up.

When is the best time of year to buy appliances?

Look for the best deals on big appliances around holiday weekends and at the beginning of the year, when new models hit showrooms.

May: Memorial Day

Why: Retailers concentrate appliance sales around Memorial Day. The holiday also coincides with Maytag Month, the appliance brand’s biggest sale of the year. Why: What to expect: Appliance deals generally take the form of percentage discounts or rebates. What to expect:

July: Independence Day

Why: Electronics stores, home improvement stores and department stores tend to host sales at the beginning of July, and these deals often extend beyond the holiday. Why: What to expect: Watch for incentives for purchasing multiple appliances at once. And keep an eye on sales into August. What to expect:

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September: Labor Day

Why: Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer. Stores host closeout sales on summer clothing and patio furniture, and other expensive items, such as mattresses and appliances, are often included in the seasonal promotions. Why: What to expect: Retailers have been known to throw in free delivery on top of promotional discounts. What to expect:

October-December: Black Friday

Why: Retailers reduce prices on just about everything for Black Friday, and home appliances are no exception. In recent years, Black Friday sales have expanded beyond the traditional Friday to Sunday after Thanksgiving to multiweek events. Why: What to expect: Appliance deals are typically announced ahead of sales. Act quickly, though, because items may be available only in small quantities. What to expect:

November: Veterans Day

Why: Veterans Day is often overshadowed by Black Friday, but tends to bring worthy deals. Some stores offer discounts exclusively for current and former military members. Why: What to expect: Savings won’t be as deep as during Black Friday events. What to expect:

Another good time to buy: Before or after new models come out

Why: Prices on year-old appliance models drop when new models come out. New appliance technology is often announced in January at CES, an annual electronics trade show. Why: When to buy: Target October through November or January through March to take advantage of possible deals on previous models. When to buy: What to expect: You may not get the latest technology if you opt for an older appliance model, but that’s probably fine. Does your washer really need Wi-Fi? What to expect:

Top tips for buying an appliance right

Timing is important, but it isn't everything. You may need something now. Furthermore, a 50% tariff on imported steel may influence you to splurge on a new appliance sooner than expected. Keep these appliance shopping strategies in mind no matter when you buy.

1. Buy on your own terms

Every appliance has a lifespan, so be sure to pay attention to yours. That way, you can mentally note how many years you have left on your appliances and begin financially planning to buy a new one. Planning ahead can also help you avoid depleting your emergency savings because your appliances stopped working unexpectedly. In case you don't know how many years each appliance has left, check with the manufacturer or search online for the brand and serial number.

2. Compare prices

Many appliance retailers match prices. To find out if a store does price matching, search online for the retailer's name and "price match" or search the retailer's website for information.

3. Have funds ready

Consider creating the equivalent of a sinking fund for appliances. In other words, put aside some extra cash each month for when it's time to upgrade. One way to decide how much to set aside is to estimate the current cost of all the major appliances in your home and aim to build to that over time. Explore more on About the authors Ayoola Elizabeth Ayoola is a Lead Multimedia Producer and Co-Host of the "Smart Money" podcast. Before delving into the podcast world, Elizabeth acquired over ten years of experience as a writer, and seven were spent covering personal finance topics. Her journey to finance writing started with a goal to learn as much as she could about how to attain financial freedom and share information with others about how to do it, too. This led her to Debt.com, where she covered topics relating to mortgages, debt and credit. Her articles have appeared on platforms like Washington Post, The Associated Press, The Washington Post, Yahoo, Essence, The Knot, PopSugar and Parents.com. Elizabeth has also done extensive spokesperson work and appeared on multiple renowned national networks like Good Morning America, ABC, NBC, and Fox to discuss money. Published in Tindall Tommy Tindall is a lead writer and content strategist covering how to make money — and how to keep it. He’s recorded and written about his experience testing popular gig jobs like driving for Uber, delivering with DoorDash and full-service shopping for Instacart. He loves making an extra buck, but laments the hours of awkward silence he endured as an Uber driver (never again). Cool kids might call him a content creator because he makes YouTube videos for the NerdWallet channel and app, but he himself is no longer very cool. Ask him about budgeting apps — he's tried most of them, but still prefers a good ole Google sheet to track spending. Then be sure to smash that “like” and “subscribe” button. Before NerdWallet, Tommy held decidedly more boring jobs at Fannie Mae and Booz Allen Hamilton. Today, he feels super privileged to write for you, the consumer. Published in How to Pay Off Debt: Top Strategies for 2026 Credit Score Ranges: What They Mean and How They Work How to Budget Money in 5 Steps 28 Proven Ways to Save Money What to Buy (and Skip) in June 2026 By Tommy Tindall, Lisa Mulka 13 Ways to Find the Best Deals Online By Lauren Schwahn, Elizabeth Ayoola Return Policy Guide: What to Know and Which Stores Stand Out By Lauren Schwahn, Lisa Mulka 6 of the Best Cash-Back Apps By Tommy Tindall, Lisa Mulka, Hal M. Bundrick, CFP® How to Build a Holiday Budget That Works Every Year By Amanda Barroso When is Black Friday? Here’s What You Need to Know Before You Shop By Amanda Barroso