PS5 restocks are still tricky to locate in the US, though we are seeing far more availability in the UK these days. That means your chances of being able to buy a PS5 console largely depend on where you're based, though there are inside lanes in this race.
If you're browsing in the US (or looking for a standalone console in the UK), we'd recommend starting off with Amazon (opens in new tab). You'll be able to register your interest for the next round of PS5 stock by supplying your email. Then, when the time comes, the retailer will send you an exclusive link to purchase your console. Of course, that's a perfect world. Amazon doesn't guarantee you'll be invited to the next wave by registering, but it's a good backburner while you hunt down random drops. The last time we saw Amazon sending these magic emails was August 8 in the US and August 9 in the UK.
Other retailers have been fairly quiet recently, but that all changes once you head across the pond. If you're searching for consoles in the UK you're in luck. We're seeing many retailers offering PS5 bundles right now, though we'd head to Very (opens in new tab) and Currys (opens in new tab) first - they're offering some of the cheapest accessories and games to keep you as close to the console's individual MSRP as possible.
You'll find our action plan for finding a PS5 restock right now just below, and all the latest updates from retailers further down the page.
Where to buy PS5 today
You'll find the current PS5 stock situation as of 12pm ET on August 17 just below.
PS5 restocks - US
PS5 restocks - UK
PS5 restocks - Canada
- Canada PS5 ($629.99): Amazon (opens in new tab) | Walmart (opens in new tab) | Best Buy (opens in new tab)
- Canada PS5 Digital Edition ($499.99): Amazon (opens in new tab) | Best Buy (opens in new tab) | Walmart (opens in new tab)
Our PS5 restock top tips
We've been tracking PS5 restocks since the console launched, scouring the web day after day for even a hint of a DualSense on the shelves. That means we've seen hundreds of drops come and go and resisted the urge to dive into each and every one ourselves. We've certainly picked up some tips and tricks to finding these elusive drops along the way.
Should you buy PS5 restock bundles?
Picking up a PS5 by itself is far more difficult than finding it bundled up with some games and accessories. Retailers prefer to package extra kit into their listings, and they do tend to stick around on the shelves a lot longer. We'd always recommend checking the value of the additional PS5 accessories you're buying against the total of the bundle, however, to make sure you're not being ripped off - you should only ever pay MSRP for anything you find.
Is it still hard to buy PS5?
The state of PS5 stock today depends on your region. In the US, individual consoles are particularly difficult to locate and even bundles represent a rare opportunity. However, over in the UK we're seeing far more bundles holding their position on the shelves (standalone consoles are still rare).
Another item you might want to pick up once you've been able to buy a PS5 is one of the options on our best PS5 external hard drives page to increase your storage capacity. Or if you've got the need for speed, the best PS5 SSD might be worth a look.