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Aug 19, 2026 10:41 PM

Best Buy: Trade in a Switch OLED, Get a Switch 2 Console for

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Best Buy is offering a Trade-In Bonus Towards a Nintendo Switch 2 when you Trade-in Select Nintendo Switch Systems with up to $205 Off (via post-purchase refund) a Switch 2 Console. Shipping is free.

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  • Note: Trade-in values will vary by model and condition. Trade-in Total will be applied via a after-purchase refund once your trade in is received & approved.
Trade-in Values:
  • Switch Lite Up to $60 Trade-in Value + $75 Bonus
  • Switch Up to $75 Trade-in Value + $75 Bonus
  • Switch OLED Up to $130 Trade-in Value + $75 Bonus

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  • Offer Terms:
    • Offer ends Sunday, 8/23/26. Upon trade-in of an eligible used video game console, customer will receive a one-time-use coupon to save $75 on a Nintendo Switch 2 console (SKU 6614313 or 6677993). Customer may also receive a Best Buy Gift Card for the trade-in value of the old device. Trade-in value may vary. Condition, documentation and accessories may affect value. Maximum trade-in value of $130 based on Nintendo Switch – OLED Model (SKU 6470924). Trade-in payment is by Best Buy Gift Card. For online purchases with a trade-in transaction, gift card is applied as a trade-in credit. Only one coupon per transaction, and coupon can be used only once. Limit of 1 coupon per customer and a maximum 1 unit per customer. Markdowns taken from current prices; not valid in combination with other offers. Not all products are eligible for trade-in. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. Other exclusions apply. You are responsible for removing any data from your product before providing the product for evaluation. You will be required to agree to the terms and conditions. Best Buy reserves the right to refuse any trade-in or to limit quantities for any reason. Recycled consoles will not be returned under any circumstances. No rainchecks. Tax is applied based on the full retail value. Purchase excludes open-box, refurbished, and pre-owned items. See a Blue Shirt or BestBuy.com/TradeIn for details.
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Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Best Buy is offering a Trade-In Bonus Towards a Nintendo Switch 2 when you Trade-in Select Nintendo Switch Systems with up to $205 Off (via post-purchase refund) a Switch 2 Console. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Trade-in values will vary by model and condition. Trade-in Total will be applied via a after-purchase refund once your trade in is received & approved.
Trade-in Values:
  • Switch Lite Up to $60 Trade-in Value + $75 Bonus
  • Switch Up to $75 Trade-in Value + $75 Bonus
  • Switch OLED Up to $130 Trade-in Value + $75 Bonus

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Offer Terms:
    • Offer ends Sunday, 8/23/26. Upon trade-in of an eligible used video game console, customer will receive a one-time-use coupon to save $75 on a Nintendo Switch 2 console (SKU 6614313 or 6677993). Customer may also receive a Best Buy Gift Card for the trade-in value of the old device. Trade-in value may vary. Condition, documentation and accessories may affect value. Maximum trade-in value of $130 based on Nintendo Switch – OLED Model (SKU 6470924). Trade-in payment is by Best Buy Gift Card. For online purchases with a trade-in transaction, gift card is applied as a trade-in credit. Only one coupon per transaction, and coupon can be used only once. Limit of 1 coupon per customer and a maximum 1 unit per customer. Markdowns taken from current prices; not valid in combination with other offers. Not all products are eligible for trade-in. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. Other exclusions apply. You are responsible for removing any data from your product before providing the product for evaluation. You will be required to agree to the terms and conditions. Best Buy reserves the right to refuse any trade-in or to limit quantities for any reason. Recycled consoles will not be returned under any circumstances. No rainchecks. Tax is applied based on the full retail value. Purchase excludes open-box, refurbished, and pre-owned items. See a Blue Shirt or BestBuy.com/TradeIn for details.
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Drensch
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It's literally the fastest selling game machine in the history of games.
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SeriousLlama718
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I did this deal yesterday at my local Best Buy in Yorba Linda, CA Best Buy. I purchased online for pickup. It was ready within an hour, i brought my grey Switch 1 with power cable, dock and straps. I completed the trade in and the only thing they required was the console w/joycons and the power cable. He let me keep the docs and straps. They said they just recycled the other parts. I also had the same issue as the other poster about the rep saying I only get $75 back, i showed the receipt, the manager came and showed me the screen that it does shows $75 trade in and $75 for trade in promo with Switch 2 purchase. He said the $150 will be refunded back to my credit card within 48 hours. Process was easy, the only quality check they did was they made sure it turned on and that iis it.
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ihatemyhonda
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Now is the time to trade up if you were planning to get the switch 2 anyway. It still plays all the switch 1 games. Prices go up in September.
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Community Reviews

This trade in deal mainly turns a Switch OLED or original Switch into a cheaper Switch 2, with the strongest appeal being the high trade value and easy in store pickup when the promo is recognized. The Switch 2 adds 1080p, HDR, VRR, faster loads, and smoother gameplay, while still playing Switch 1 games. The main knocks are the LCD screen, which can look washed out or smeary next to OLED, and the shorter battery life. Trade in rules and store handling vary, so accessories, model selection, and promo application can affect the final total.

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Aug 20, 2026 7:55 PM
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MagentaJuice463Aug 20, 2026 7:55 PM
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did the trade up; honestly; I had been gifted an old switch by my brother; my son has been enjoying it. Wanted to upgrade to the switch 2 at some point; but the price never made sense. Now w fire emblem coming out soon; I was definitely weighing the pros / cons; and $150 trade in is unmatched right now for a regular switch. I just bit the bullet. Ordered online, did in store pick up / trade in, Was easy; they barely checked that the system turned on. Was in and out in 3 minutes. This seems like the current best way to upgrade. Thanks for posting. Already got my switch 2 going and playing games! Glad the switch 1 pro controller works the same; and all my old games still run perfectly.
Aug 20, 2026 8:20 PM
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SeriousLlama718Aug 20, 2026 8:20 PM
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Quote from FuschiaSuit7785 View quoted comment :
I just tried to trade my Oled model. The Site said it could give up to $205 but in the actual store offered $50 instead because it wasn't brand new in a sealed box. I kept both because the Oled is still great and this console is only going to get more expensive. Beware.
you have to initiate it online, buy it online and do pick up. Maybe pick up from different store. show them the receipt that shows the promo trade in.
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Aug 20, 2026 8:23 PM
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JottleAug 20, 2026 8:23 PM
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Quote from asdfasdfasdf12341234 View quoted comment :
Overall, I find the OLED screen is be significantly better than the LCD of the Switch 2. It probably depends on the game you play. In games with a lot of dark areas, the OLED is vastly superior.
No idea why you were downvited. OLED is vastly superior to the LCD in almost every single way except for peak brightness. We know there's going to be an OLED switch 2 coming out soon. It makes no sense even with this price unless you don't care about handheld gaming screen quality.
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Aug 20, 2026 8:23 PM
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UniqueLeopard361
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Aug 20, 2026 8:23 PM
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Can we buy the switch 2 in store after checking with the trade in? Or we have to pay and reserve the switch 2 first before going?
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Aug 20, 2026 8:46 PM
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FancyCrown571Aug 20, 2026 8:46 PM
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Quote from ayuandmi View quoted comment :

For store pick up, I think you have to provide the trade in at the same time, as they had to submit it and apply the credit together. I received my $150 trade in credit instantly on my order in my account after I walked out the store.

If you need to save and transfer data, I recommend you do the shipping method. Then you can transfer the data, and then mail the old console in within the time frame. Only down side is you will have to wait up to 2 weeks for them to inspect and then provide the credit.
no this is incorrect. when you trade in they give you the $130 gift card which has the promo voucher attached to it. You can use that gift card and or the voucher at the same time, but it's not mutually inclusive
Aug 20, 2026 8:47 PM
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FancyCrown571Aug 20, 2026 8:47 PM
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Quote from SeriousLlama718 View quoted comment :
No, the dock is not required. The best buy rep told me they just recycle them. I brought it with me and took it home.
your mileage may vary. my store gave me shit for the hdmi cable not being nintendo branded
Aug 20, 2026 8:49 PM
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FancyCrown571Aug 20, 2026 8:49 PM
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Quote from dblack720 View quoted comment :
Can I trade in 2 switches towards a 2?
i tried this - the answer is no. the terms states 1 coupon per customer and 1 unit per customer

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Aug 20, 2026 8:51 PM
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ayuandmiAug 20, 2026 8:51 PM
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Quote from FancyCrown571 View quoted comment :
no this is incorrect. when you trade in they give you the $130 gift card which has the promo voucher attached to it. You can use that gift card and or the voucher at the same time, but it's not mutually inclusive
O so you have to spend the additional gift carx? That is not the case for me. I received an updated charge on my order to $342 ($300 + tax). They deducted $150 from my original billing.
Aug 20, 2026 8:55 PM
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VioletPassenger1885Aug 20, 2026 8:55 PM
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I just did this deal, I went in-store and traded in a switch 2 with the dock and power supply and got a $130 gift card and a one time use $75 coupon. The sales person did minimal checking of the condition of the switch (very light visual and turned it on, did not actually try the controllers). If you do the deal online it shows a mario 40th game case, they are not able to easily do get this to you if you do the trade-in in-store. They ended up doing it for me by selling me 2 games with my purchase and then immediately refunding it (the promo for the case in-store is different than online). Hope this helps someone.
Aug 20, 2026 9:09 PM
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SiennaCreator4513Aug 20, 2026 9:09 PM
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Just chatted with a Best Buy Rep- I will have the switch2 ship to my location, then drop off the trade-in in-store. This seems like the best solution for me
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Aug 20, 2026 9:12 PM
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clive1027Aug 20, 2026 9:12 PM
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Quote from FlyingGeniePig View quoted comment :
If I have the switch 1....what games am I missing out on?

The only one that I can think of is donkey kong

Why would people pay around $350 for one good exclusive game?
I've been waiting with my OLED because of the Ocarina of Time. This deal looks like it's as good as it will ever get. I jump on it so that I can play that once it comes out. But yea, currently, I have no desire to play any other currently available Switch 2 exclusives.
Aug 20, 2026 9:22 PM
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freecookiesAug 20, 2026 9:22 PM
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Quote from IdeaofEvil View quoted comment :
I was once told I have some early/older model Switch 1 that is sought after because it's a model # that can be hacked to be able to do something else... I don't really remember. But I was told back then that if I ever wanted to get rid of it that I should sell it instead of trading it in cuz I would get more money... Does that make any sense to anyone reading this?
Makes sense - some of the older switches can be hacked more easily commonly referred to as unpatched. The going ebay rate seems to be around 130ish for just the tablet before shipping and fees. The 150 from best buy is nice but sounds like you'd have to also provide dock + joycons too for the full amount.
Aug 20, 2026 9:33 PM
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jasongwAug 20, 2026 9:33 PM
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Quote from llars View quoted comment :
Honestly if you have a Switch OLED in good condition, you are better off keeping it. Why? You are only getting up to 130.00. Take a look at what good condition NDS and N3DS systems go for nowadays. Switch is no longer being manufactured. As time goes on their value will increase. There's plenty of examples of S1 games playing worse on S2 hardware. Some have been fixed, others may not.
Switch 1 IS still being manufactured, actually. And 3DS didn't sell even CLOSE to as well as Switch 1.
Aug 20, 2026 9:34 PM
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freecookiesAug 20, 2026 9:34 PM
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Quote from sephiro499 View quoted comment :
Is it going to be anything like three houses? That game blew me away, normally I'm totally against Waifu relationship simulator games but it was just so well done that I was hooked until the end.
Looking like a prequel to 3H. According to early reviews it's 'the most ambitious in the series'. This one is closer to Three Houses than Engage was.

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Aug 20, 2026 9:57 PM
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someoneslickAug 20, 2026 9:57 PM
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Quote from HermanMunchther View quoted comment :
Switch 2 has no exclusive games worth playing. Don't bother
I want one for ocarina of time and majora's mask remakes. I'm sure they will phone it in as usual with no new dungeons, though.
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