PS3 Extended Warranty? Yes or No? - Blu-ray Forum

fingersdlp · 07-10-2007, 02:32 PM

What is the general opinion on these for a PS3? Which retailer has the best deal? Thanks

devils3023 · 07-10-2007, 02:36 PM

I got mine at circuit city and bought the 2yr extended plan just for the piece of mind since the ps3 has so much technology packed into it. I got the plan for only $80 (employee price) but I think it's only like $120 for regular customers. We also offer an accidental damage plan too in case u drop kick it across the room u can still get it replaced!!! lol... i believe the accidental damage plan is like $180 for 2yrs.

BStecke · 07-10-2007, 02:50 PM

Best Buy's 2 year replacement plan is $100 if I remember, and that was before the price drop so it might be cheaper. With that you walk in and get a new one if yours breaks. It doesn't cover physical damage, but it's not like you carry it around with you and are dropping it. I got it . . . I know I sound old, but I'm not, I'm 26, but things don't seem to be made the way they used to. My NES still works, while I'm on my third Xbox 360 and second PS2.

bferr1 · 07-10-2007, 03:25 PM

^ And I was told by two different employees that the BB replacement plan is renewable after the first two years. I'll definitely renew when that time comes.

DezNutz · 07-10-2007, 03:52 PM

I would not buy one if I where you, save your money and get some games, controllers, or movies.

The PS3 has a reported less than 1% failure rate, not worth the $60-$110 additonal bucks if you ask me. Also the warranty it comes with will more than cover that 1%.

Now if you where getting a 360 with 33% failure rate, than by all means by the warranty.

jedisinclair · 07-10-2007, 04:00 PM

DezNutz ... I'm with you. I didn't purchase protection plan... used the money for extras! I know some people want the extra "peace of mind" so I respect that, but I'm not putting extra money in Best Buy's pocket.

cdot2four · 07-10-2007, 04:05 PM

i came home from the bar one night went into my room went to take my shoes off lost my balance and fell into my tv stand and my ps2 was crushed. shit happens buy the $100 plan

smiley · 07-10-2007, 04:16 PM

I wouldn't buy one. The sales people are going to try hard to sell you one just as with any electronics. That's because it is a huge money making sceem. Typically when they start trying to push warranties off on me for electronic devices I will ask questions like "is this product really such low quality that I will need it?" Then they will normally start to back talk. Then if they remain pushy I will just walk out and tell them I am going elswhere to buy a quality product that doesn't need an extended warranty. If you do that make sure you watch the expression on there face as you walk out. Of course I could probably buy about 5 PS3s for what I have save from not buying extendend warrenties on electronics.

babyBlu · 07-10-2007, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DezNutz

The PS3 has a reported less than 1% failure rate. Now if you where getting a 360 with 33% failure rate, than by all means by the warranty.

I was about to mention the same thing, the PS3 is very reliable. I did not buy the warranty and am not nervous at all, I even stand my PS3 vertically (gasp!!!).

But if you need peace of mind, I can understand.

Blu Tiger · 07-10-2007, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DezNutz

Now if you where getting a 360 with 33% failure rate, than by all means by the warranty.

Nope, MS just extended their manufactured warranty for three years. No need for the replacement plan with them.

Blus Brother · 07-10-2007, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DezNutz

I would not buy one if I where you, save your money and get some games, controllers, or movies.

The PS3 has a reported less than 1% failure rate, not worth the $60-$110 additonal bucks if you ask me. Also the warranty it comes with will more than cover that 1%.

Now if you where getting a 360 with 33% failure rate, than by all means by the warranty.

I agree. Extended warranties are only out there to make the store more money - rule of thumb for electronics is, if it doesnt break within the first year, it will probably last a long time.

ps3andlovinit · 07-10-2007, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blu Tiger

Nope, MS just extended their manufactured warranty for three years. No need for the replacement plan with them.

Only for RROD..not for the other failures that are occuring.

Shin-Ra · 07-10-2007, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

Only for RROD..not for the other failures that are occuring.

e.g. scratching disks, undetected USB Wi-Fi adapter, ring of light flashing between quadrants because the tilt switch screws up etc.

I had all three on my first 360 and I look after my equipment.

pedigree · 07-10-2007, 07:54 PM

i just bought myself a PS3 today, literally hours ago (stoked btw) and i payed 139.99 for a 3 year extended warranty or it was 110 for the 2 year, i think (for the 2 year) at BestBuy

AlaskaDon · 07-10-2007, 08:03 PM

I purchased the extended warranty from Best Buy, mainly because they mentioned at check out "Look what happened with the Xbox 360". If I was buying it now rather than last December, I'm not sure if I still would purchase it. I think I probably still would. I tend to follow the reasoning that it's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

gvortex7 · 07-10-2007, 08:27 PM

Actually, I just did a little research on Sonystyle.com regarding Sony's extended service plans, and price-wise they seem unbeatable. Just check out this link:

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...151&langId=-1#

Just click on "PRICING" on the above listed webpage.

gvortex7 · 07-10-2007, 08:30 PM

When you look at the link above, just go to the price range of the PS3 and it'll give you options for 2, 3 or 4 years. There are even options for accidental damage as well. The most expensive plan (including accidental damage protection) is the 4 year one at $119.99. That's a great price in my opinion.

Rup_Muk · 07-10-2007, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bosels11

I agree. Extended warranties are only out there to make the store more money - rule of thumb for electronics is, if it doesnt break within the first year, it will probably last a long time.

Ditto. Save money - don't give it to the stores "free" - especially, for a quality product like the PS3.

My $0.02.
Rup.

Mr. Joshua · 07-10-2007, 09:00 PM

Can I return my PS3 60G for the new 80G? That would be sweet... Anyone heard any offers from Circuit City on that. I bought the extended warranty. Maybe mine will break and I can get the new one...

BStecke · 07-10-2007, 09:10 PM

The other good thing about Best Buy's plan is that they usually don't dive into asking questions if you say you have a problem. It's good to have if they put out some variant of the system, like they did with the 360 elite or the 80 gig ps3. That's how I ended up getting the elite, I took my regular one in with my replacement plan and paid the 80 bucks difference. Since the system was still under warranty I didn't have to buy a new replacement plan either. If they ever come out with the silver ps3 I may do the same thing. While the ps3 has been reliable, there are exceptions and the warranty doesn't give you an instant in store replacement. But, I like the peace of mind.

07-10-2007, 02:32 PM	#1
fingersdlp Active Member Member since:Apr 2007 Trading Score:1	PS3 Extended Warranty? Yes or No? What is the general opinion on these for a PS3? Which retailer has the best deal? Thanks

07-10-2007, 08:27 PM	#16
gvortex7 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Fort Lauderdale, FL Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:105	Actually, I just did a little research on Sonystyle.com regarding Sony's extended service plans, and price-wise they seem unbeatable. Just check out this link: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...151&langId=-1# Just click on "PRICING" on the above listed webpage. Last edited by gvortex7; 07-10-2007 at 08:33 PM.

07-10-2007, 09:10 PM	#20
BStecke Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jun 2007 4K collection:182 Blu-ray collection:567 DVD collection:1 Digital collection:1 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:6	The other good thing about Best Buy's plan is that they usually don't dive into asking questions if you say you have a problem. It's good to have if they put out some variant of the system, like they did with the 360 elite or the 80 gig ps3. That's how I ended up getting the elite, I took my regular one in with my replacement plan and paid the 80 bucks difference. Since the system was still under warranty I didn't have to buy a new replacement plan either. If they ever come out with the silver ps3 I may do the same thing. While the ps3 has been reliable, there are exceptions and the warranty doesn't give you an instant in store replacement. But, I like the peace of mind. Last edited by BStecke; 07-10-2007 at 09:12 PM.

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07-10-2007, 02:36 PM	#2
devils3023 Active Member Member since:May 2007 Location:wayne, nj	I got mine at circuit city and bought the 2yr extended plan just for the piece of mind since the ps3 has so much technology packed into it. I got the plan for only $80 (employee price) but I think it's only like $120 for regular customers. We also offer an accidental damage plan too in case u drop kick it across the room u can still get it replaced!!! lol... i believe the accidental damage plan is like $180 for 2yrs.

07-10-2007, 02:50 PM	#3
BStecke Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jun 2007 4K collection:182 Blu-ray collection:567 DVD collection:1 Digital collection:1 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:6	Best Buy's 2 year replacement plan is $100 if I remember, and that was before the price drop so it might be cheaper. With that you walk in and get a new one if yours breaks. It doesn't cover physical damage, but it's not like you carry it around with you and are dropping it. I got it . . . I know I sound old, but I'm not, I'm 26, but things don't seem to be made the way they used to. My NES still works, while I'm on my third Xbox 360 and second PS2.

07-10-2007, 03:25 PM	#4
bferr1 Banned Member since:Sep 2006 Location:MA Trading Score:18	^ And I was told by two different employees that the BB replacement plan is renewable after the first two years. I'll definitely renew when that time comes.

07-10-2007, 03:52 PM	#5
DezNutz Expert Member Member since:Mar 2007 Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:24	I would not buy one if I where you, save your money and get some games, controllers, or movies. The PS3 has a reported less than 1% failure rate, not worth the $60-$110 additonal bucks if you ask me. Also the warranty it comes with will more than cover that 1%. Now if you where getting a 360 with 33% failure rate, than by all means by the warranty.

07-10-2007, 04:00 PM	#6
jedisinclair Senior Member Member since:Nov 2006 Blu-ray collection:42 Trading Score:3	DezNutz ... I'm with you. I didn't purchase protection plan... used the money for extras! I know some people want the extra "peace of mind" so I respect that, but I'm not putting extra money in Best Buy's pocket.

07-10-2007, 04:05 PM	#7
cdot2four Special Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Metro Detroit PSN:cdot2four Blu-ray collection:158 Blu-ray reviews:23 Trading Score:4	i came home from the bar one night went into my room went to take my shoes off lost my balance and fell into my tv stand and my ps2 was crushed. shit happens buy the $100 plan

07-10-2007, 04:16 PM	#8
smiley Active Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Barron, WI Blu-ray collection:144	I wouldn't buy one. The sales people are going to try hard to sell you one just as with any electronics. That's because it is a huge money making sceem. Typically when they start trying to push warranties off on me for electronic devices I will ask questions like "is this product really such low quality that I will need it?" Then they will normally start to back talk. Then if they remain pushy I will just walk out and tell them I am going elswhere to buy a quality product that doesn't need an extended warranty. If you do that make sure you watch the expression on there face as you walk out. Of course I could probably buy about 5 PS3s for what I have save from not buying extendend warrenties on electronics.

07-10-2007, 07:54 PM	#14
pedigree Power Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Montreal, Canada	i just bought myself a PS3 today, literally hours ago (stoked btw) and i payed 139.99 for a 3 year extended warranty or it was 110 for the 2 year, i think (for the 2 year) at BestBuy

07-10-2007, 08:03 PM	#15
AlaskaDon Special Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Tennessee Blu-ray collection:-	I purchased the extended warranty from Best Buy, mainly because they mentioned at check out "Look what happened with the Xbox 360". If I was buying it now rather than last December, I'm not sure if I still would purchase it. I think I probably still would. I tend to follow the reasoning that it's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

07-10-2007, 08:30 PM	#17
gvortex7 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Fort Lauderdale, FL Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:105	When you look at the link above, just go to the price range of the PS3 and it'll give you options for 2, 3 or 4 years. There are even options for accidental damage as well. The most expensive plan (including accidental damage protection) is the 4 year one at $119.99. That's a great price in my opinion.

07-10-2007, 09:00 PM	#19
Mr. Joshua Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2007 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:153	Can I return my PS3 60G for the new 80G? That would be sweet... Anyone heard any offers from Circuit City on that. I bought the extended warranty. Maybe mine will break and I can get the new one...

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