If you're excited by the recent pre-order launch of the PS5 Pro, you might be looking to buy a PS5 disc drive and a PS5 vertical stand to complement ahead of time to go with the premium console later this year.
With PS5 Pro pre-orders now open and available to place, we're seeing fluctuating stock levels on both the disc drive and vertical stand - remember you'll need to buy both as the Pro begins life as an all-digital console - they are not part of the PS5 Pro specs by default.
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.
Elsewhere, we're still keeping track of DualSense 30th Anniversary Edition pre-orders as well as any lingering hope of PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection pre-orders reappearing, and have pages on where to pre-order the Fortnite Limited Edition DualSense and where to pre-order the PS5 Chroma collection too.
But let's get back to it: read on 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
The disc drive has popped back into stock at GameStop. We don't know for how long, though, and given the demand for the product we expect this to sell out fast.
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at PlayStation Direct
You can go straight to the source and bag your PS5 Pro disc drive from PlayStation Direct which we would wager will have betted on demand going up recently...
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy seems to have stock back up and available, so head over there right now to get your drive from the reputable retailer.
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at Amazon (out of stock)
Sadly, Amazon seems to have run dry for now after an explosion of interest - but stock will surely return to the retail behemoth so keep checking this link.
PS5 disc drive: $79.94 at Walmart (out of stock)
Walmart has seen its stock disappear in the last few days too - we expect to see it come back in, but there's no sign of it yet.
PS5 disc drive: $79.99 at Target (out of stock)
The disc drive is out of stock at Target too, but it's worth keeping an eye on this retailer as it often comes good on gaming gear.
Where to buy a PS5 disc drive in the UK
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Currys
Currys also has stock of the disc drive so hurry on over there to bag your drive now.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at Argos
Argos has stock of the disc drive currently so act quick and bag yours now! You're at the mercy of your postcode for delivery and pickup options, but it looks a good bet right now.
PS5 disc drive: £99.85 at ShopTo
ShopTo has stock of the disc drive but it does say that this is back ordered so you may have a little wait on your hands (no specific timeline is given). You can save a whole 14-pence by getting one from here, though!
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 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: £97.99 at EE (out of stock)
The EE Store has run out of its slightly cheaper stock, annoyingly, so we're back to waiting on this one.
PS5 disc drive: £99.99 at PlayStation Direct (out of stock)
PlayStation Direct has no longer got stock of the disc drive and ran out sometime during the morning of PS5 Pro pre-order day. Keep checking though, as we think any extra stock will likely be listed here first before other retailers.
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 it regularly.
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: $29.99 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: $29.94 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 pre-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 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 finally has stock back in for the vertical stand. Once again, it's worth acting quickly as we never know how long stock is likely to last here.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at PlayStation Direct
The vertical stand appears to be back in stock at PS Direct! Huzzah!
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 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: £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.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at Game (out of stock)
Video game specialist store Game has seemingly run out of stock for now - but isn't a bad bet for restocking soon given its specialism.
PS5 vertical stand: £24.99 at EE Store (out of stock)
The vertical stand is no longer in stock at EE so put this one firmly on the maybe pile for now.
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 and vertical stand 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 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 and it'll be crucial.
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