Does Home Depot Price Match?

Home Depot wants to keep you shopping with them, so they've set up a price match system that works for both in-store and online purchases.

If you're standing in the store and find a better price? They'll match it right at checkout. Already bought something and found it cheaper later? You've got 90 days to come back and get the difference refunded. That's a pretty generous window—we've seen retailers offer way less.

The policy works whether you're shopping in person or online. Found a better deal while browsing from your couch at midnight? You can call customer service and get it adjusted. Already at the store? Just mention it to the cashier before you pay.

They'll match prices from major retailers (think Lowe's, Menards, Ace Hardware), local competitors, and some online retailers too. Amazon is on the list, but there's some fine print there we'll cover in a bit. The main thing is they need to be actual retail stores, not someone's eBay side hustle.

Bear these points in mind when you’re shopping:

At the store:

Find your item first, then pull up the competitor's price on your phone. Head to checkout or customer service and show them what you found. They'll check that it's the exact same product (model numbers have to match perfectly—similar isn't good enough here), verify the price is legit, and adjust it before you pay. The whole thing usually takes maybe 5-10 minutes if you've got everything ready. We recommend screenshotting the competitor's page just in case their website is slow or crashes while the cashier is checking.

Online or by phone:

If you’re shopping online, call 1-800-HOME-DEPOT before you place your order. Have the competitor's URL ready so you can show them and once they’ve verified everything they'll adjust the price for you before processing the payment.

Already bought it?

You have a 90-day window to grab your receipt or your order number, find proof of the lower price, and then either head back to the store or call customer service. They'll refund you the difference. Pretty straightforward.

Like any retail policy, there are exceptions—and some of them matter more than others.

Things that are off the table:

• Clearance items won't be matched. If something's already marked down to rock-bottom clearance pricing, that's the end of the line. Same goes for damaged stuff, open-box items, or anything that's not brand new and sealed.
• Bundle deals are tricky too. If Lowe's is selling a drill with a free battery thrown in, Home Depot will match the drill's price but they're not giving you a free battery. You'll need to decide if the bundle is worth going to Lowe's for.
• Marketplace sellers don't count. So if you find something cheaper from "BobsToolShack2024" on Amazon, Home Depot isn't matching that. It has to be sold directly by Amazon (or whatever retailer you're comparing to).
• Pricing errors are obviously out. We're talking about when something's clearly mispriced—like a $2,000 riding mower listed for $20. Don't waste your time.
• Gift card promotions are excluded. If a competitor is running a "spend $100, get a $20 gift card" deal, Home Depot only cares about the actual product price.
• Other exclusions include special financing offers from competitors, limited quantity doorbusters, and anything that requires a membership to purchase (sorry, no Costco price matching). Home Depot also reserves the right to limit how many items you can price match at once, though for normal shopping this isn't really an issue.

This matters more than you'd think. Home Depot has a specific list of who they'll match, and it's not every store that sells a hammer.

• The obvious ones: Lowe's, Menards, Ace Hardware, True Value, Tractor Supply Co. Basically the other big home improvement chains.
• Online retailers: Amazon.com is the big one here—but again, no third-party sellers. Lowes.com works too, along with other major retailer websites that also have physical stores.
• Local stores: They'll match local hardware stores and home improvement places in your area, as long as they're legit retail operations. Your neighbor selling stuff out of his garage doesn't count.
• Who they don’t match: Warehouse clubs like Costco and Sam's Club are out because you need a membership. Auction sites and marketplace sellers (eBay, Facebook Marketplace, etc.) are a no-go. Same with discount outlets and anywhere the price is clearly an error.

The store reserves the right to verify everything and decide if a competitor qualifies. If you're not sure about a specific retailer, just ask before getting your hopes up. The cashier will tell you pretty quickly if it's not gonna work.

We've price matched at Home Depot plenty of times, and here's what we've learned works best.

• Timing matters: Big sale weekends like Memorial Day, Labor Day and Black Friday are when you'll find the most price match opportunities. Prices fluctuate more than usual as competitors try to put out the best deals.
• Use the apps: Apps like ShopSavvy or Honey will alert you when prices drop on items you're watching. For big purchases, set up price alerts. If something drops within your 90-day window, boom—go get that adjustment.
• Know what you can stack: You can't combine price matching with store coupons or percentage-off discounts usually. But you CAN still earn your Home Depot credit card rewards and use manufacturer rebates (since those are separate from the retail price). Pro Xtra members still get their rewards points too.
• Don't make these mistakes: The biggest one we see is people not checking the model number carefully enough. Even a slightly different model number means it's a different product—they won't match it. Also, keep your receipts for 90 days after big purchases. Take a photo with your phone as backup because those printed receipts fade like crazy.
• Make sure the competitor's item is actually in stock: If it's backordered for three months, that doesn't count as available for purchase.
• Screenshot everything: Websites change, prices update, and having a timestamped photo of what you saw can be the difference between getting your match or not.

Let's walk through some actual scenarios so you can see how this works.

Example 1: The drill that's cheaper at Lowe's

You're at Home Depot about to buy a DeWalt cordless drill kit for $199. You check Lowe's website and see the same kit—same model number and everything—for $179. Show the cashier the Lowe's page on your phone. Once they verify it's identical, check that it's in stock and being sold by Lowe's directly, and your price will drop to $179. Done. You saved $20 and didn't have to drive across town to do it.

Example 2: You already bought a lawn mower

Three weeks ago you bought a Ryobi mower for $349. Today Amazon has it for $299, sold and shipped by Amazon (not some random third-party seller). You head back to Home Depot with your receipt and your phone showing the Amazon listing. Customer service processes a $50 refund. Easy money back in your pocket.

Example 3: When it doesn't work

Lowe's is running a promotion: buy a drill for $159 and get a free battery. The drill itself is $159 at Home Depot too. Home Depot will match the $159 price, but they're not giving you a free battery to match Lowe's bundle. It’s up to you whether that battery is worth the trip to Lowe's.

So does Home Depot price match? Yes, and it's actually one of the better policies we've seen for a home improvement retailer. The 90-day window after purchase is really generous, plus they'll match both physical stores and online competitors.

The key is being prepared, so make sure you know the exact model number, be sure the competitor qualifies, and that the item is in stock and not on clearance. Bring documentation (like a screenshot), and the process can be pretty smooth.

We think it's worth taking two minutes to shop around for comparisons before you check out on any significant purchase. Those quick price checks can save you anywhere from $10 to a couple hundred bucks depending on what you're buying. And if you get home and realize you overpaid? You've got three months to fix it.