Where to buy the PS5 disc drive: stock updates on the must-have PS5 Pro accessory
Lock down your PS5 Pro extras before your console arrives
If you're excited about the PS5 Pro, launching next week, and have perhaps bought a PS5 Pro you might be looking to buy a PS5 disc drive and a PS5 vertical stand so that you're fully prepared when the premium console arrives on your doorstep.
Remember to check in with our full PS5 Pro review which gives a detailed insight into what it's actually like to play with the console and live with it as your daily driver. I also go into detail about the specific graphical upgrade it offers.
To make your search easier, we're checking all the major retailers for stock and availability and providing the best and most direct links below as well as an overview of prices of both no matter where you are in the world at the bottom of this article.
Remember you'll need to buy at least the disc drive if you want to use physical games, as the Pro begins life as an all-digital console - a disc reader is not part of the PS5 Pro specs by default.
We are still keeping track of DualSense 30th Anniversary Edition pre-orders and stock as well as any lingering hope of PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection pre-orders and stock and PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Edition pre-orders and stock reappearing. We also have pages on where to buy the Fortnite Limited Edition DualSense and where to buy the PS5 Chroma collection if you're looking for even more accessories.
With all that out of the way, read below for the latest stock updates on both the PS5 disc drive and vertical stand.
Where to buy a PS5 disc drive in the US
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at GameStop (for Pro members)
The disc drive seems to still be in stock at GameStop but I think you're going to be limited in terms of delivery or pick up - and it might still demand a Pro membership too.
PS5 disc drive: $79.94 at Amazon (check stock)
Stock is currently sold out at Amazon, but this is the page to keep checking.
PS5 disc drive: $79.94 at Walmart (check stock)
This is Walmart's page for the disc drive but we wouldn't recommend going for the inflated price that's currently on there - it's clearly a reseller with an inflated price.
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at Best Buy (check stock)
Best Buy seems to have run out of stock once again, but this is the best link and page to bookmark for when it comes back.
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at PlayStation Direct
You can no longer go straight to the source and bag your PS5 Pro disc drive from PlayStation Direct as it too has sold out, sadly.
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at Target (check stock)
The disc drive is out of stock at Target, but it's worth keeping an eye on this retailer in the future in case it comes back.
Where to buy a PS5 disc drive in the UK
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Amazon (out of stock)
Stock has gone from Amazon UK right now, but it'll surely be back - here's the link to check regularly if you want to get the disc drive before the PS5 Pro's launch.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Argos (check stock)
While the Argos listing page is live and you can check your postcode, it does look like the retailer is bang out of stock right now.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Very (out of stock)
Very is a somewhat underrated retailer for gaming gear still, but is usually a good pick for snagging a PS5 Pro disc drive from right now in the UK. Sadly, it's currently out of stock, but Very is one of the more reliable outlets, so definitely keep checking back.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Currys (check stock)
Currys held stock in th UK for ages among the big retailers, but has now sold out, unfortunately.
PS5 disc drive: £99.85 at ShopTo (check stock)
ShopTo has now totally sold out too, and has even shifted all that which it said was on back order. A shame as you could save a whole 14-pence here.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at PlayStation Direct (out of stock)
PlayStation Direct has no longer got stock of the disc drive. Keep checking though, as we think any extra stock will likely be listed here first before other retailers.
PS5 disc drive: £97.99 at EE (out of stock)
The EE store had the disc drive in stock at a slight saving, but it looks like stock has now run out. Keep checking back for updates.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Game (out of stock)
Video game specialist retailer Game has now run out of stock too, but it's worth remaining vigilant and checking regularly in case it returns.
Where to buy a PS5 vertical stand in the US
PS5 vertical stand: $29.94 at Amazon
The easiest place to start is at Amazon which currently has readily-available stock of the vertical stand right now.
PS5 vertical stand: $29.94 at Walmart
Or you could opt for Walmart for the PS5 vertical stand and save 5 whole cents in the process!
PS5 vertical stand: $29.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy is a great place to order any gaming gear given the delivery and collection options you'll get if you're near a store. Stock is available here!
PS5 vertical stand: $29.99 at PlayStation Direct
Once again, straight to the source could be the best play here with PlayStation Direct offering solid stock levels right now.
PS5 vertical stand: $29.99 at Target
If you prefer to shop at Target, then that retailer has you covered once again after a period of being without the vertical stand.
PS5 vertical stand: $29.99 at GameStop
The PS5 vertical stand is available from GameStop right now, with the video game specialist offering a reliable place to go.
Where to buy a PS5 vertical stand in the UK
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at Amazon
Ol' reliable Amazon is back in the game and is now offering stock of the PS5 vertical stand once again.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at Very
Offering readily available stock Very is a fine place to get gaming gear like the PS5 vertical stand.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at PlayStation Direct
The vertical stand is back in stock at PS Direct, so head over there first to get yours.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at Argos
With multiple pick-up points across the country, getting the vertical stand from Argos could be very simple and very immediate.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at Currys
Currys is another fine place to get the vertical stand from and will offer a bunch of delivery or collection options too.
PS5 vertical stand: check stock EE Store (out of stock)
The vertical stand was briefly back in stock at the EE Store for a reduced price, but is now out of stock again.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.85 at ShopTo
Once again offering you the chance to save 14 whole pence off the retail price, ShopTo is offering stock of the vertical stand (on back order).
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at Game
Video game specialist store Game has gtot stock once again, but at time of writing the site says it has less than 10 in stock.
Stock and prices across the rest of the world
If you're not in the UK or US, the below tool will also show the latest and lowest prices wherever you are for both the disc drive and the vertical stand.
Where to buy a PS5 Pro disc drive and vertical stand: FAQs
Why do I need to buy a disc drive for the PS5 Pro?
In short, you'll need to buy a PS5 disc drive and vertical stand separately to go with a PS5 Pro as the enhanced console does not - I repeat, does not - come with a disc drive by default. We find this disappointing as it raises the price even further of the premium machine - plus it's seen the disc drive in particular seems to go out of stock everywhere.
Will a disc drive and vertical stand be worth it for PS5 Pro?
Adding either or both of these to any future PS5 Pro purchase or setup will come down to your own personal preferences. If you have a burgeoning PS5 and PS4 physical game library then you'll absolutely need a disc drive to ensure you can play these games on the Pro. The vertical stand is less vital - you can still use it horizontally - but if you have a setup where you want the PS5 Pro to be stood up, then you'll have to buy that too.
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