I know that Staples actually changes prices by zip code.

They figured out my way around their higher prices, and I stopped buying stuff from Staples.



On Best Buy, my mom would find something on sale and I would easily beat the price. Most recently she bought a GPS on sale over President's week. Easily found it cheaper at Costco, regular price.

Actually the Best Buy special sale price was the Target everyday price.

They were really unhappy when it came back returned and unopened the next day. They tried everything in their power to find an exception to their rule and at least charge a restocking/box open fee.

Not only was Costco less, but there is no restocking/open box fee. And, you have 90 days for electronics. Not 15 or less. Plus, if she has issues, there is free help.

So, Costco was less price, less hassle for returns AND more service if necessary.