Price History for Sony PlayStation 5 Console
This page shows the historical price changes available for Sony PlayStation 5 Console from the retailer GameStop, helping shoppers understand how the price has changed over time and whether the current price is a good deal. This can help you identify common predictable discount patterns, such as seasonal sales or clearance events, and the best time to buy to avoid overpaying.
From Sunday, October 17, 2021 to Sunday, February 15, 2026, this product’s price ranged from $399.99 to $559.99, with the lowest price occurring on Sunday, February 15, 2026. If you’re deciding whether to buy now or wait, reviewing historical pricing can help you determine if the current price is above or below the typical range of $453.43 on average in this case.
Glass It monitored this product’s price for 2 customers so far who requested we send daily alerts when the price drops below their target price. If you're waiting for a better deal, you can also set a price alert to get notified when the price falls below your target. The chart below shows every recorded price change for Sony PlayStation 5 Console over the last year.
| Data size: | 194 records available |
| Lowest price: | $399.99 |
| Highest price: | $559.99 |
| Average price: | $453.43 |
| Earliest price alert: | Sun, October 17, 2021 |
| Latest price alert: | Sun, February 15, 2026 |
| Price increases: | 12 |
| Price Drops: | 12 |
| Price increase alerts: | 16 |
| Price Drop Alerts: | 172 |
| Back In Stock Alerts: | 1 |
| Out of Stock Alerts: | 1 |
| Postal Code(s): | nearest store |
| Product Locale: | US |
| Product Currency: | US Dollar |
| Users Tracked Item: | 3 |
| Users Tracking Item: | 1 |
| Data is based on price change notification settings from Glass It. | |
Price Trend Analysis
The price of the Sony PlayStation 5 Console has experienced fluctuations over the period observed, with a maximum recorded price of $559.99 and a minimum of $399.99. The average price during this timeframe is $453.43.
There were 12 actual price increases and 12 actual price drops. The most recent price was found to be $399.99 on 2026-02-15, marking the lowest point since tracking began in October 2021.
The price trend shows significant volatility, with periods of high pricing followed by drops. Notably, the price reached its peak at $559.99 in June 2023 before steadily declining. It then stabilized around $449.99-$459.99 until mid-December 2023 when it dropped significantly to $429.99. This drop continued through early 2024, reaching a new low of $399.99 in February 2026, which has been maintained since.
The price trend indicates that the item has been in stock for all periods tracked, with no out-of-stock events noted. There have been 2 actual users tracking the item, with an additional user tracking the nearest store location.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
The price history for the Sony PlayStation 5 Console at GameStop shows fluctuations, but it has recently settled around $399.99, which is its minimum price found in the recent data. This indicates that the product is currently at one of its lowest points in price, with no significant drops or increases noted in the past few months.
Given that the current price matches the minimum price observed and considering there are very few out-of-stock instances and only 1 user tracking the item, this could be a good time to purchase. The low number of users tracking suggests that the product is readily available and not in high demand, which can sometimes lead to more stable pricing.
However, it's always advisable to keep an eye on the market for any potential changes or promotions. If you find that the price stabilizes or starts to increase, you might want to consider buying soon to lock in these low prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is Glass It’s price history?
Glass It tracks prices directly from supported retailers and records real price changes over time upon customer request.
How often do prices change?
Prices may change daily, less frequently or more frequently depending on the retailer, demand, and promotional activity.
Does the chart include sales and promotions?
Yes, the chart includes all detected price changes, including temporary sales when available.
Can I get notified when the price drops?
Yes, you can set a price alert and receive notifications when the price reaches your target. For more information see our full list of FAQ.
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