Boxing Day Major Appliance Deals 2026

Retailers to compare first

Currys Top retailer

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AO.com Specialist retailer

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John Lewis Top retailer

John Lewis Boxing Day rewards the patient: premium brands, 2-year guarantees, and selective but reliable discounts. What to target in 2026.

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Argos Top retailer

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Hughes Specialist retailer

Hughes is a regional electricals retailer with strong delivery in East Anglia. How its Boxing Day sale compares to Currys, AO, and John Lewis.

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Top Boxing Day Major Appliances deals to watch

Estimates based on previous Boxing Days. We update these once 2026 deals are confirmed.

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Product	Retailer	Expected Price	Discount	Status	Action
Freestanding washing machines (8kg–10kg, 1400rpm)	Currys	Estimate only — verify on the day	15–30% off mid-range; deeper on budget clearance	Live: Price verified	Get Deal
Beko, Hotpoint and Hoover washing machines	AO	Estimate only — verify on the day	Typically competitive in the £250–£450 range	Live: Price verified	Get Deal
Bosch and Miele freestanding appliances above £500	John Lewis	Estimate only — verify on the day	10–20% on premium ranges; price-matched	Live: Price verified	Get Deal
American-style and tall fridge-freezers	Currys	Estimate only — verify on the day	15–25% on mid-range; deeper on end-of-line	Live: Price verified	Get Deal
Freestanding dishwashers (Bosch, Beko, Hotpoint)	AO	Estimate only — verify on the day	15–25% on mid-range dishwashers	Live: Price verified	Get Deal
Heat pump tumble dryers	Currys	Estimate only — verify on the day	15–25% off; selected models deeper	Live: Price verified	Get Deal
Freestanding cookers and range cookers	Hughes	Estimate only — verify on the day	Variable; less predictable than nationals	Live: Price verified	Get Deal

Currys

Live: Price verified

Freestanding washing machines (8kg–10kg, 1400rpm)

Expected discount: 15–30% off mid-range; deeper on budget clearance

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

Widest range and the only retailer that lets you book installation including haul-away of the old unit at checkout.

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AO

Live: Price verified

Beko, Hotpoint and Hoover washing machines

Expected discount: Typically competitive in the £250–£450 range

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

Free old appliance disposal included as standard — removes a £20–£30 cost rivals add at checkout.

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John Lewis

Live: Price verified

Bosch and Miele freestanding appliances above £500

Expected discount: 10–20% on premium ranges; price-matched

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

The two-year guarantee is the differentiator at this price point. Price-match against Currys and AO closes most headline-price gaps.

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Currys

Live: Price verified

American-style and tall fridge-freezers

Expected discount: 15–25% on mid-range; deeper on end-of-line

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

American-style fridge-freezers (Samsung, LG) are a Boxing Day stronghold at Currys — large, high-margin items where clearance is structurally needed.

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AO

Live: Price verified

Freestanding dishwashers (Bosch, Beko, Hotpoint)

Expected discount: 15–25% on mid-range dishwashers

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

AO's bundled disposal applies to dishwashers too. Bosch SMV and SMS series are the consistent value picks.

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Currys

Live: Price verified

Heat pump tumble dryers

Expected discount: 15–25% off; selected models deeper

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

Heat pump dryers carry the bigger Boxing Day cuts than vented or condenser. The running-cost saving compounds the headline discount.

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Hughes

Live: Price verified

Freestanding cookers and range cookers

Expected discount: Variable; less predictable than nationals

Expected price: Estimate only — verify on the day

Worth checking only if you're within Hughes' East Anglia or Midlands delivery area. Local installation network is strong for cookers specifically.

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How we chose these Major Appliances deals

We selected these deals based on:

• Genuine prior-year price history (not inflated "was" prices)
• Brand reliability and product quality
• Retailer reputation for honouring deals and managing returns
• Whether the discount represents an actual annual low, not a return to baseline pricing

We update this page when 2026 deals are confirmed. Read our full editorial policy.

Category verdict

Major appliances are one of the strongest Boxing Day categories overall. Freestanding washing machines, fridge-freezers, dishwashers, and tumble dryers all clear ahead of January ranging updates at Currys and [AO](/retailers/ao/) — the discounts reflect real commercial pressure rather than cosmetic markdown. John Lewis participates with narrower percentage discounts but adds the two-year guarantee as standard, which materially changes the cost-of-ownership maths on premium machines. Argos covers the budget end with click-and-collect availability on the day. Hughes is a regional alternative worth considering inside its delivery footprint.

The right retailer depends less on headline percentage than on three things: what you need delivered when, whether the old machine needs taking away, and how long the guarantee is. None of these retailers is a default first choice across the board.

Best retailers for major appliances on Boxing Day

Retailer	Typical discount	Best for	Where to look
Currys	15–30% off mid-range; deeper on clearance	Widest range; installation booked at checkout	View Currys Boxing Day appliance deals
[AO](/retailers/ao/)	Typically competitive across categories	Free old appliance disposal; flexible delivery	View [AO](/retailers/ao/) Boxing Day appliance deals
John Lewis	10–20% off; price-matched	Two-year guarantee; Bosch, Miele, premium	View John Lewis Boxing Day appliance deals
Argos	Typically competitive on budget lines	Fast click-and-collect; budget Hotpoint and Beko	View Argos Boxing Day appliance deals
Hughes	Variable; less predictable than nationals	East Anglia and Midlands delivery; cooker installation	View Hughes Boxing Day appliance deals

Currys is the only UK electrical retailer letting you book a washing machine or dishwasher installation slot — including haul-away of the old unit — at the point of online purchase on Boxing Day itself. This matters if you need the new appliance fitted before the new year. [AO](/retailers/ao/) bundles old appliance disposal as standard on freestanding washing machines, fridge-freezers, and dishwashers, rather than as a paid add-on. This removes a £20–£30 cost that rivals typically charge. John Lewis price-matches AO and Currys on identical models, so the gap in the £500–£800 bracket is often smaller than headline prices suggest. Factor in the standard two-year guarantee and the difference narrows further. Hughes is worth checking only if you are within its East Anglia or Midlands delivery area. Its Boxing Day discounts are not predictable enough to build a search strategy around; however, local installation for cookers specifically is its strongest case. Argos suits a buyer who needs a Hotpoint or Beko washing machine quickly and is working to a strict budget. Its drum size and energy rating options are structurally shallower than those at Currys or AO.

What to watch by category

Washing machines

The 8kg and 10kg freestanding drum in the 1400rpm, A-rated energy class is the volume spec on Boxing Day. These sell fastest — at Currys and AO both — and are not restocked mid-sale if the initial stock clears. The mid-range bracket to watch at Currys is £300–£600 (Samsung EcoBubble, Hotpoint Series, Beko ProSmart). AO's focus is Beko, Hotpoint, and Hoover in the £250–£450 range. John Lewis is worth comparing on Bosch Serie 6 and Miele above £500, where the two-year guarantee changes the maths.

Fridge-freezers

American-style fridge-freezers (Samsung RS, LG GSL) are a Boxing Day stronghold at Currys — large, high-margin items where clearance is structurally required ahead of January ranging. Mid-range tall fridge-freezers from Bosch, Liebherr and Beko in the £400–£800 bracket follow the same pattern across Currys and AO. For frost-free models specifically, AO often beats Currys by 5–10% on identical SKUs once the price-match window is factored in. Built-in and integrated fridge-freezers should be deferred — installation scheduling around Boxing Day is unreliable, and these aren't a meaningful Boxing Day category anyway.

Dishwashers

Freestanding dishwashers from Bosch (SMV, SMS series), Beko, and Hotpoint are consistent Boxing Day value at AO. The mid-range Bosch in the £400–£600 range sees 15–25% reductions year-on-year. Slimline dishwashers see narrower discounts because demand is more constant and stock turnover is lower — if you need a slimline, Boxing Day isn't structurally a better moment than mid-year.

Tumble dryers

Heat pump tumble dryers carry the deepest Boxing Day discounts in the dryer category — the running-cost saving on a heat pump versus a vented model compounds the headline discount. Bosch Serie 4 and Serie 6, Beko HeatGuard, and Hoover are the volume picks. Currys typically leads on range; AO leads on disposal and delivery. Condenser dryers see narrower cuts. Vented dryers are increasingly rare and not a meaningful Boxing Day category.

Cookers and range cookers

Freestanding electric and dual-fuel cookers — Beko, Hotpoint, Indesit — see 15–25% reductions at Currys and AO. Range cookers (Stoves, Rangemaster, Belling, Smeg) are a more specialist category; Hughes often carries stronger stock and local installation expertise inside its East Anglia and Midlands footprint than the national retailers. Installation of a dual-fuel or gas cooker requires a Gas Safe engineer — book this at checkout if Currys, or factor in a separate installation cost elsewhere.

Delivery, installation, removal, warranties

Delivery. AO and Currys both deliver large appliances within 1–3 working days in normal periods. The week between Christmas and New Year compresses these windows — delivery slots fill fastest in the first 24 hours of the sale. If a specific date matters (e.g. a working machine before 1 January), check delivery slot availability before adding to basket. Argos click-and-collect can be the fastest path for budget freestanding lines if you have a car and a willing helper.

Installation. Currys is the only major retailer that lets you book washing machine, dishwasher and cooker installation at the point of online purchase. AO offers installation as an add-on but the booking flow is less smooth. John Lewis offers installation through partners. For gas cookers, Gas Safe registration of the installer is non-negotiable — verify before paying.

Removal. AO bundles old appliance disposal on washing machines, fridge-freezers, dishwashers and tumble dryers as standard. Currys charges £20–£30 for haul-away as an add-on. John Lewis includes recycling on most lines. Argos does not collect old appliances. If the old machine needs taking away, this is the most cost-relevant decision in the comparison.

Warranties. John Lewis offers a two-year guarantee as standard on most major appliances — distinct from extended warranties sold separately. Currys offers a one-year manufacturer warranty by default and aggressively upsells Care&Repair; assess whether the Care&Repair price is actually better than the John Lewis two-year guarantee at the same model code. AO follows manufacturer warranty terms. Manufacturer warranties on Bosch, Miele, and Samsung often include a two-year period at the brand level — check the brand's site before paying for additional retailer cover.

Energy labels — read past the letter

One energy rating point deserves attention before you buy. Older A+++ models cleared at headline discounts may look compelling. EU energy label rescaling — which took effect in 2021 — means a current A-rated machine can measure more efficient than a cleared A+++ unit from 2020 or 2021. Check the kWh per 100 cycles figure (for washing machines and dishwashers) and the kWh per annum figure (for fridge-freezers and tumble dryers) on the label. Do not rely on the letter grade alone. A £100 discount on a thirsty older machine can be wiped out by higher running costs within two to three years.

Sub-£200 washing machines exist across all five retailers listed here. The drum and bearing quality at that price point is unlikely to last beyond three to four years under normal household use. Unless usage is very low, a £280–£350 machine is a more durable purchase. The same logic applies to entry-level fridge-freezers below £250: compressor lifespan and door seal quality are noticeably better in the £300–£450 bracket.

When to buy

Currys and AO both go live online at or around midnight on 26 December — a confirmed pattern from multiple prior years. John Lewis opens its full sale at 00:01 on 26 December online. In-store openings vary by location but are typically 9am–10am.

The 8kg–10kg, 1400rpm, A-rated freestanding washing machines and mid-range Bosch dishwashers at the sharpest discounts tend to clear within 24 to 48 hours. The sale itself may run to early January, but remaining stock by 29 December typically reflects less popular drum sizes, colours, or older energy ratings. If the volume spec is what you need, shop on 26 December itself. For our reading on how this event compares to Black Friday on the same categories, see Boxing Day vs Black Friday. For delivery, installation, and old appliance removal specifics, see the AO Boxing Day appliance deals page. For the two-year guarantee, price-matching, and premium brand coverage, see the John Lewis Boxing Day appliance deals page.

Frequently asked questions

Is Boxing Day a good time to buy major appliances?

Yes, particularly for freestanding models. Boxing Day kicks off end-of-line clearance on washing machines, fridge-freezers, dishwashers, and tumble dryers, with AO and Currys competing directly on price. Mid-range models (£400–£800) typically see the deepest discounts. Built-in and integrated appliances are not a Boxing Day category — installation timing over the holiday period makes these a poor choice.

Which retailer is best for major appliances on Boxing Day?

No single retailer is best for every buyer. Currys leads on range width and installation logistics. AO leads on delivery flexibility and free old appliance disposal. John Lewis leads on warranty terms for premium machines. Argos is the click-and-collect option for budget freestanding lines. Hughes is a regional option (East Anglia, Midlands) with stronger local service.

Can I get a major appliance delivered before New Year?

Often, yes. AO and Currys both deliver large appliances within 1–3 working days in normal periods, so a Boxing Day order could arrive by 30 December or early January. This is subject to slot availability over the holiday period — delivery windows tighten significantly in the week between Christmas and New Year, and installation slots fill faster than delivery slots.

Are Boxing Day appliance deals better than Black Friday?

They are broadly comparable, with Boxing Day slightly stronger for mid-range clearance and end-of-line stock on washing machines, fridge-freezers, and dishwashers. Black Friday edges ahead for high-end flagship models. If you missed Black Friday on a specific model, check Boxing Day — particularly for washing machines and dishwashers where end-of-line clearance drives genuine price drops.

How important are energy labels at Boxing Day?

Very. EU energy label rescaling in 2021 means a current A-rated machine can be more efficient than a cleared A+++ unit from 2020 or 2021. Check the kWh per 100 cycles figure on the label rather than the letter grade alone. A £100 discount on an older, less efficient machine can be wiped out by higher running costs within two to three years.