Should you buy a Nintendo Switch on Black Friday?

Find the best Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals

Over half of all Black Friday shoppers are looking for deals on tech (53%), and the same proportion are seeking bargains on games and hobbies. Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals fall into both of these categories, so it stands to reason that this popular handheld console is at the top of many people’s shopping lists. Research and shopping around could help you bag a fantastic deal on this or another console. In 2023, many retailers offered Black Friday discounts on Nintendo Switch consoles, games and bundles. Discounts on consoles and bundles ranged from £5 to around £50 off the RRP at most major retailers. 

This doesn’t necessarily mean Black Friday is the best time to buy. It’s certainly worth looking at what discounts are available, but savvy shoppers also take the time to look elsewhere and see who’s offering bargains throughout the year. At Back Market, you can purchase all models of this handheld console year-round for prices that are often significantly lower than even the best Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals.

*Prices last updated 28/11/24 – prices subject to change

Are Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals the best of the year?

The short answer here is simply “no”. Price trends can fluctuate at any time of year and, while Black Friday does usually represent some savings, they may not be the best savings. Around Black Friday 2022, Which? analysed 66,000 product prices for a year, from six months before the sales to six months afterwards. This study claims that only 2% of all Black Friday deals were the cheapest price those products were on sale for during that time.

Shopping with Back Market at any time of year means accessing prices that are considerably lower than most retailers for popular tech such as games consoles. While Nintendo Switch Black Friday prices may be lower than full price, Back Market offers fully guaranteed, fully refurbished Switches for far less than the price of buying new.

Should I look for Nintendo Switch deals on Black Friday?

If you’re looking to buy a Nintendo Switch on Black Friday, whether for yourself or as a Christmas gift, then certainly it’s worth researching what deals will be available. Most major retailers of Nintendo products will offer some type of discount across multiple items for the Black Friday sales, including the Nintendo Store. Many Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals with be available throughout November in advance of the day.

It’s also worth looking at other options, such as a refurbished Switch from Back Market.

This is also a responsible choice for those concerned about the environment. Refurbished second-hand products with a warranty give you the best of both worlds – you get the console with a guarantee and at a cheaper price, without helping contribute to landfill or mining of more raw materials. Trading in old consoles or other devices can also get you an even larger discount.

Where to find the best Nintendo Switch deals in the UK?

The best Nintendo Switch deals in the UK can be found at Back Market year-round, with a full warranty for at least 12 months and a 30-day money-back guarantee if you’re not 100% satisfied. There are three main options for Nintendo Switch consoles – the Nintendo Switch, which is your standard model, and the Nintendo Switch Lite and Nintendo Switch OLED.

The Switch Lite has most of the same specifications as the standard version while being smaller and lighter so more portable, ideal for those who are often on the move. The key disadvantage is that the controllers are not detachable, so the HD Rumble feature cannot be activated.

The Switch OLED is the upgraded model with 64GB storage and 8GB memory, plus a 7-inch OLED display that gives wider viewing angles and richer colours. For more serious gamers, this could be the best option.

At present, you can buy any of these models on Back Market for under £250.00, with Switch Lite deals starting at just £150.00. In comparison, the Switch Light currently retails on Amazon at £175.00. If you factor in the average savings from last year’s Black Friday sales, Back Market offers the better deals with the added advantage of being available all year round.

Should I get a Nintendo Switch OLED on Black Friday?

The Nintendo Switch OLED is not only the most advanced Switch Console of the Switch line-up, but it's also the most expensive! With this model you get some noticeable benefits above the others such as:

• Bigger screen - larger screen of 7 inches vs the 6.2 inches of the classic Switch, and 5.5 inches of the Switch Lite.

• OLED technology - improved colour scheme than the LCD displays of the older models.

• Better speakers - larger, more powerful, and clearer sound in comparison to the other Switch models.

• Longer batter life - not only does the battery last longer against the other models, but it also generates less heat.

• Improved tabletop feature - with a more studier stand, the Switch OLED can be set up at different angles to give you greater flexibility with your gaming experience.

• Increased storage space - OLED comes with a 64GB storage space instead of 32GB that's equipped on the classic and Lite Switch versions.

The Switch OLED generally retails at £299.00 (or £279.00 during Black Friday), which is between £40-£60 more than a refurbished model on Back Market. Based on the early Black Friday Nintendo Switch offers mentioned above, we can't see further price drops happening except game add-ons and free limited online memberships.

Despite the price tag, an OLED does come with a few neat bells and whistles above the others, but you can own it cheaper than anywhere else (and at anytime, not just on Black Friday) when you shop for one at Back Market, which will work just as good as new, but provide good karma knowing that you've helped the planet (and your wallet too!)

Are there also refurbished games for the Nintendo Switch?

A legitimate question! Even the best Nintendo Switch is useless without the right games. Then it's perfect that these are also available in refurbished condition on Back Market! Browse through our offers and equip your new, old Black Friday Nintendo Switch with a selection of games directly.

🎮 These are some of the most popular games for the Nintendo Switch:

• Super Mario Odyssey

• Yoshi's designed world

• Overcooked 2

• Pokemon: Sword / Pokemon: Shield

• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

• Mario Party

• Tricky Towers

• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition

• Animal Crossing: New Horizons

• Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

• Rocket league

The bottom line on Black Friday

Black Friday often delivers great bargains, and there is a lot of hype surrounding this pre-Christmas sale. However, this doesn’t always mean those are the best deals in town. In fact, many retailers are known to artificially inflate some prices before the big day, to make the Black Friday deals seem more attractive.

As this article has shown, there are often better deals to be had at other times of year by shopping for used or refurbished consoles and other tech. Back Market offers multiple benefits to shoppers year-round, not least of which is the offering of some of the best prices you’ll ever find on the technology you want. Plus, you get a 30-day money-back guarantee if you’re not totally satisfied, a full warranty for at least one year, and the added feel-good factor that comes with being environmentally conscious with your purchases.