PlayStation Portal stock tracker

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PlayStation Portal stock quick links

US - jump to retailer links
Amazon - $199
Best Buy - $199.99
Walmart - $199
Target - $199.99
Antonline - $699.98 (Portal + PS5 console)
Sam's Club - $199.99
Macy's - $314.99
GameStop - $199.99
PlayStation Direct - $199.99
Newegg - $309.99

UK - jump to retailer links
Amazon - £199
Very - £199
EE - £199.99
PlayStation Direct - £199.99
Currys - £199
Argos - £199.99
Game - £219.99 (includes case)

Jump to the latest prices on some PS Portal alternative devices listed below if you're keeping your options open. Otherwise, we also have a dedicated guide to the best PlayStation Portal alternatives to look at right now.

We're now seeing genuinely stable PlayStation Portal stock levels at nearly all US and UK retailers. Finally, it's all leveled out.

Along with the PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds and the PlayStation Pulse Elite headset, Sony's new PS5 hardware additions have finally all become widely available.

We've been tracking the stock levels of the Portal particularly closely and have been updating this page nearly every day - we'll now make sure that all live pages from all the big retailers are linked here to make your search easy.

As a reminder of why we love the Portal, we think that it could be, for many folks, a revolutionary device, opening up extra gaming opportunities and time. It's proved so with me and I can't put it down - read more in our full PlayStation Portal review.

But for now, here are the best prices and all the retailer links you need.

PlayStation Portal stock - US

PlayStation Portal stock - UK

If you're still on the fence and need some more focused help working out whether the device is for you, then check out our guide to should you buy a PlayStation Portal, as well as our PlayStation Portal vs Backbone One comparison.

PlayStation Portal alternatives

If you're open to keeping your handheld or remote play options open, then we've also got the latest lowest prices on some top alternatives below.

Remember though that none of these alternatives will do exactly what the PlayStation Portal offers - streaming PS5 games over the internet from your PS5 to a dedicated handheld device. You can recreate this in principle with the BackBone One controller and your mobile phone, but it's worth reiterating that the below aren't like-for-like replacements.

PlayStation Portal stock - Tips and tricks

I've been keeping an eye on PlayStation Portal restocks since the handheld launched, and also throughout a portion of its pre-order phase too. I've also embedded myself in the Portal community online from regional Facebook groups to the official subreddit channel to immerse myself in all things PS Portal - be it restocks or folks asking for network and internet tips.

As a result, I've seen every single stock drop happen since mid-November, and have picked up some tips and tricks that might help you get to the front of the queue if we see stock trouble again.

1. Sign in and save your details at retailers
It's an old one but a good one. Making sure you're signed in and your details are stored at various retailers is something we learned from the PS5 stock shortage days. This will remove a whole step or two from the process and mean you can progress through the purchasing chain of events a bit quicker. It's always worth double-checking that you are signed in after you've not been on retailer websites for a while too; we've tended to check and then re sign in at the beginning of days, for example.

2. Consider retailer memberships
This is a two-pronged tip, in a way. While we haven't seen retailers completely gatekeep Portal restocks behind memberships (so far) like they did with some PS5 restocks, they could - so keep that in mind. However, they can also be effective ways of saving money on Portals when they do become available (relative to the membership's own cost, of course) - we've seen folks save a chunk by activating a membership-exclusive discount at the like of GameStop, for example.

3. Use a restock tracker app
Maybe one of the most useful things to come out of the PS5 restock chaos in 2020 and 2021 was the creation of genuinely-useful restock apps. Many in the PlayStation Portal community have used these to great effect recently too, so it's a proven tip. Some apps will give you simple alerts, while others will attempt to carry out the purchase for you should you load it with the pertinent payment and shipping information in advance. The latter can require subscribing or paying for a 'higher' level of the app.

5. Do not buy from scalpers, marketplace sellers, or 're-seller retailers'
This is always worth remembering and can be crucial in a more general 'stock of popular products' way too. While it can be tempting to suck it up and buy a Portal for a higher price, this just feeds the cycle and keeps scalpers motivated to rip people off. If you have some of that aforementioned patience, then you will get your Portal at the right price; stock drops are still happening regularly so the chances are always improving.

PlayStation Portal stock - FAQs

Is the PlayStation Portal sold out?

No, the PlayStation Portal is not sold out! As it stands at around 12.30pm ET on May 8, the PlayStation Portal is in stock at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Antonline, Sam's Club, GameStop, and PlayStation Direct in the US. It's also available in the UK at Amazon, Very, EE, Currys, Argos, Game, and PlayStation Direct in the UK!

How much does the PlayStation Portal remote player cost?

The PlayStation Portal remote player costs $199.99 in the US and £199.99 in the UK. Variations in price will be found across different regions as stock becomes more widely available and rolled out.

Can you use the PlayStation Portal away from home?

Yes! While Sony has largely pushed the PlayStation Portal as a device to use on the same Wi-Fi network as your PS5, if you have a strong enough internet connection (be it Wi-Fi or 5G) then you will be able to use it away from home. I tested this for our review and have consistently used it on 5G - the connection takes a little longer to 'talk' to your PS5 but it works!

When will PlayStation Portal stock return?

It feels a bit like reliving the PS5 stock shortage all over again - we are relying on flashes of stocks without any real official word. The grains of hope we can cling to right now are the consistent restocks at the likes of Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart which might get flashes of inventory.

Do you need a PS5 to use a PlayStation Portal?

Yes, you absolutely need a PS5 to use a PlayStation Portal. The Portal is exactly that: a window into and a means of mirroring your PS5 so it can only be used in tandem with a PlayStation 5 console.

If you've got a unit and are looking for game recommendations then check out our guide to the best PlayStation Portal games and remember, you might want one of the best wired gaming headsets or a wired PS5 headset to team with your Portal too. If you're on the hunt for other portables, however, then, head over to our guide to the best handheld game consoles you can get right now.

Rob is the Managing Editor of TechRadar Gaming, a video games journalist, critic, editor, and writer, and has years of experience gained from multiple publications. Prior to being TechRadar Gaming's Managing Editor, he was TRG's Deputy Editor, and a longstanding member of GamesRadar+, being the Commissioning Editor for Hardware there for years, while also squeezing in a short stint as Gaming Editor at WePC just before joining TechRadar Gaming. He is also a freelance writer on tech, gaming hardware, video games, gardens, and landscapes and is crowdfunding a book on video game landscapes that you can back and pre-order now too.