JB Hi-Fi vs The Good Guys
Tech and gaming vs whitegoods and appliances, catalogue days and price tips compared
JB Hi-Fi vs The Good Guys at a Glance
| JB Hi-Fi | The Good Guys | |
|---|---|---|
| Store type | Electronics, Appliances & Office | Electronics, Appliances & Office |
| New catalogue / sales | Every 2 weeks, Thursday Next: Thu 22 Oct | Every Thursday (Thu–Wed) Next: Thu 22 Oct |
| Owner | JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX listed) | JB Hi-Fi Limited (since 2016) |
| Stores | More than 200 JB Hi-Fi and JB Hi-Fi HOME stores | More than 100 stores |
| Strongest range | TVs, phones, laptops, gaming, music and movies | Fridges, laundry, kitchen appliances, cooling and heating |
| Member program | JB Hi-Fi Perks | Concierge |
| Price tip | Ask about price matching in store | Use the Price Check button online |
| Founded | 1974, Keilor East, Melbourne | 1952, Essendon, Melbourne (as Mighty Muirs) |
| Full store guide | JB Hi-Fi Catalogue → | The Good Guys Catalogue → |
Store numbers, programs and policies change over time. Always check the official JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys websites for current details.
Latest JB Hi-Fi Deals & Specials
Fresh JB Hi-Fi deals, discounts and promo offers, updated every few hours.
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@ JB Hi-Fi (Excl. TAS, NT)
TCL 98" P7K 4K UHD QLED Google TV (2025) $2488 Delivered (Select Areas Only)
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Deals may have ended, be targeted to some customers or limited to some states. Always check the price in store or online before you buy.
Latest The Good Guys Deals & Specials
Fresh The Good Guys deals, discounts and promo offers, updated every few hours.
Deals may have ended, be targeted to some customers or limited to some states. Always check the price in store or online before you buy.
JB Hi-Fi vs The Good Guys: Same Owner, Different Specialties
JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys are two of Australia’s best-known electronics and appliance retailers, and they share an owner: JB Hi-Fi bought The Good Guys in 2016. Even so, they run as separate brands with their own stores, catalogues and deals. JB Hi-Fi is the go-to store for TVs, phones, laptops, gaming, headphones, music and movies, while The Good Guys is strongest in whitegoods and home appliances such as fridges, washing machines, dishwashers, ovens and air conditioners.
Catalogue timing
The Good Guys catalogue usually changes every Thursday and runs to the following Wednesday. JB Hi-Fi catalogues also tend to start on a Thursday but usually run for about two weeks. Both retailers add online price drops between catalogues, and both join big events such as EOFY, Black Friday and Boxing Day.
Getting the best price
The Good Guys has a Price Check button on many product pages that lets you request a better price online, and community deals often mention prices obtained this way. At JB Hi-Fi, shoppers commonly ask about price matching in store when they find the same product cheaper at a major Australian retailer. In both cases, compare exact model numbers, because TVs and appliances can carry slightly different model codes at different retailers.
Member programs
JB Hi-Fi offers Perks, a free membership with member offers and rewards, while The Good Guys has Concierge, which gives access to member offers on eligible purchases. Joining both is free and can unlock extra savings during sales.
Delivery and installation
For big appliances, look at the total cost, not just the ticket price. Delivery, installation and removal of your old appliance can add up, and these services differ between the two retailers and between locations.
The Verdict
Head to JB Hi-Fi for tech, gaming and entertainment, and The Good Guys for whitegoods and kitchen appliances, but always check both, as they sometimes discount the same products at different times. Compare the JB Hi-Fi catalogue and the The Good Guys catalogue, and for furniture and bedding also check Harvey Norman.
JB Hi-Fi vs The Good Guys – Questions & Answers
Are JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys the same company?
Yes. JB Hi-Fi bought The Good Guys in 2016, and both brands are owned by JB Hi-Fi Limited. They still run separate stores, catalogues and websites with different strengths.
Which is better for appliances, JB Hi-Fi or The Good Guys?
The Good Guys has the bigger range of whitegoods and kitchen appliances, while JB Hi-Fi HOME stores also sell appliances. For phones, laptops, gaming and entertainment, JB Hi-Fi usually has the wider range.
When do the JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys catalogues start?
The Good Guys catalogue usually changes every Thursday, while JB Hi-Fi catalogues usually start on a Thursday and run for about two weeks.
Are the deals on this page checked?
Deals for both stores come from the OzBargain shopping community and are refreshed every few hours. Some may have ended or be limited to some states, so always confirm the price with the retailer before you buy.
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