Game consoles

Game consoles in New Zealand: prices, warranty and what to check

Updated 4 November 2026

A new console in New Zealand costs roughly NZ$550 for a basic Nintendo Switch to about NZ$1,620 for a PlayStation 5 Pro. For prices on the exact model and storage you want, describe it in a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act

Under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, goods must be fit for purpose, match their description and last a reasonable time. These rights also apply when you buy a refurbished console. Consumer guides note that you do not usually need an extended warranty for goods bought in New Zealand, unless it offers more protection than the law already gives you. If a seller charges extra for an extended warranty, the Commerce Commission's rules for selling it apply.

Firmware, storage and what is included

Ask whether the console has its latest firmware and whether the box includes the controllers and cables listed in the advert. Compare storage carefully: the PlayStation 5 Slim comes in 825 GB or 1 TB, and a larger drive holds more installed games at once. A bundle changes the price, so compare the same bundle from each seller.

Season and timing

November is late spring, and many buyers shop for consoles before the summer holidays from December to February. Prices differ between sellers for the same model, so compare the same model and storage size before you decide.

What to write in the request

Name the model, whether it is new or used, the storage size, any bundle you want, the warranty you need and the delivery city: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton or Tauranga. Give your budget in New Zealand dollars and say whether delivery should be included in it.

Getting offers through BlaBlaPrice is free for buyers. Describe the console in your own words in the chat, add a photo if you have one, and BlaBlaPrice's AI asks for missing details, then looks through sellers' websites and price lists in New Zealand. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their price, terms and delivery. Your contact details stay hidden, and you decide who to exchange contacts with. You can also send your request link to local sellers yourself. Related pages: video games and consoles, console games, or create a request on the home page.