Which Stores Accept Competitor Coupons in 2026? (And What to Use Instead)

Very few big US retailers accept competitor coupons in 2026. Target's coupon policy states that it cannot accept coupons from other retailers, Joann closed all of its stores in 2025, and the original Bed Bath & Beyond chain shut down in 2023. What most chains offer instead is a price match: they will match a competitor's lower advertised price on an identical item, but not the competitor's coupon. Below is what we could confirm for each store that used to appear on lists like this one, and how to get the lower price anyway.

1. Bed Bath & Beyond

Website: Bed Bath & Beyond

The original Bed Bath & Beyond store chain shut down in 2023, and the brand now belongs to the online retailer formerly called Overstock.com. Its famous 20% coupons and the habit of using competitor coupons at its stores belong to the old chain, so look for current online codes instead.

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2. The Home Depot

Website: The Home Depot

We could not find a current Home Depot policy that honors Lowe's or other competitors' coupons, so ask at the service desk before you count on one. Home Depot's own discounts are collected on its Specials & Offers page.

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3. Joann Fabrics

Website: Joann Fabrics

Joann closed all of its roughly 800 stores in 2025, and joann.com now sends visitors to a Michaels page for former Joann shoppers. Joann coupons, and competitor coupons at Joann, no longer exist.

4. Dick’s Sporting Goods

Website: Dick’s Sporting Goods

We could not confirm that Dick's Sporting Goods accepts Academy Sports or Cabela's coupons today, so don't plan a purchase around it. Check the DealHack Dick's Sporting Goods coupon page for Dick's own codes before you shop.

5. PetSmart

Website: PetSmart

We could not confirm a current PetSmart policy that accepts Petco coupons. PetSmart's own coupons, listed on its DealHack coupon page, are the dependable discount.

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6. Staples

Website: Staples

Staples' published policies cover price matching, not competitor coupons. Its stores will match a qualifying competitor's lower price on an identical, new, in-stock item, so bring the competitor's ad or a screenshot of the price rather than its coupon.

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7. Michaels

Website: Michaels

Since Joann closed, Michaels has courted former Joann shoppers with a dedicated knit and sew shop, but we could not find a current Michaels policy that accepts competitor coupons. Michaels' own coupons and frequent percentage-off sales are the discounts to use.

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8. Kohl's

Website: Kohl's

We could not confirm that Kohl's accepts Macy's, Target or other competitor coupons. Kohl's own percentage-off coupons are the reliable way to save there.

Tip: Check out our Kohl’s promo codes & coupons

9. Target

Website: Target

Target's coupon policy says it cannot accept coupons from other retailers. It does price match: Target will match a qualifying competitor's lower price, and manufacturer coupons still apply after the match, but Target coupons and Target Circle bonuses cannot be combined with a price match.

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10. Walgreens

Website: Walgreens

We could not confirm that Walgreens accepts CVS or other competitor coupons. Its own digital coupons and myWalgreens rewards are the dependable discounts.

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11. Office Depot/OfficeMax

Website: Office Depot/OfficeMax

We could not confirm that Office Depot and OfficeMax accept Staples coupons. Their own coupons and the Office Depot Rewards program are the reliable way to save there.

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12. JCPenney

Website: JCPenney

We could not confirm that JCPenney accepts Macy's or Kohl's coupons. JCPenney runs frequent sales and its own coupons, which are listed on its DealHack coupon page.

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13. Best Buy

Website: Best Buy

We could not confirm that Best Buy accepts Target or Walmart coupons. Best Buy publishes its own price match guarantee, which is a better bet than a competitor's coupon; check its terms for which competitors qualify, and look at open-box listings for extra markdowns.

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Use Price Matching Instead

A price match gets you most of what a competitor's coupon would, at more stores. Bring the competitor's printed ad or a screenshot that shows the item, model number and price, and ask before you pay. Expect exclusions for clearance and closeout items, and check whether the store lets you use its own coupons on top of a matched price; Target, for example, does not.

Before You Bring a Competitor's Coupon

If a local store or independent shop does advertise that it accepts competitor coupons, check these points first:

1. Check Store Policy: Always check the store’s coupon policy online or call ahead to confirm they accept competitor coupons.
2. Bring a Physical or Digital Coupon: Some stores may require a physical coupon, while others are fine with scanning a digital one. Make sure you have the proper format.
3. Check the Expiration Date: A store that accepts competitor coupons will still reject expired ones.
4. Ask About Exclusions: Some items, such as clearance products or limited-time offers, may not be eligible for competitor coupons. Double-check to avoid disappointment at the register.

Conclusion

Competitor coupons are mostly a thing of the past at national chains, and the stores that once made them famous have closed. Price matching at stores such as Target and Staples, plus each store's own coupons, is the reliable way to get the lowest price today. Check the store's coupon page on DealHack before you go.

FAQ

What are competitor coupons?

Competitor coupons are discounts offered by one retailer that some stores honor, even if they're from a different company.

Which stores accept competitor coupons?

Very few national chains do. Target's policy explicitly refuses other retailers' coupons, and Joann and the original Bed Bath & Beyond stores, once the best-known examples, have closed. Ask your local store, and use price matching where it is offered.

Can I use competitor coupons online?

Online checkouts generally accept only the store's own promo codes. Look up the store's current codes on DealHack instead.

Can I stack competitor coupons with store promotions?

Rarely. Even where price matching is offered, stores often limit stacking; Target applies manufacturer coupons after a price match but not its own coupons.

How do I know if a store accepts competitor coupons?

Check the store’s coupon policy online or call ahead to confirm.

What types of competitor coupons do stores accept?

Where competitor coupons are accepted at all, it is usually for the same item or category the store sells, such as groceries at a local supermarket.

Do competitor coupons work on sale items?

This depends on the store. Some stores allow competitor coupons on sale items, but exclusions may apply.

Are there any restrictions on using competitor coupons?

Competitor coupons must be valid and not expired; some exclusions may apply (e.g., clearance items).

Can I use digital competitor coupons?

Where a store does accept competitor coupons, ask beforehand whether a coupon on your phone is enough or a printed copy is required.

What should I do if the cashier refuses my competitor's coupon?

Politely ask to speak with a manager, as not all staff may be familiar with the policy.