What Is the Cheapest Way to Buy From Staples in the US in 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Author: Garry Shi, Cashback Expert, ShopBack US

In the US, the cheapest way to buy from Staples is usually to shop a sale, apply eligible coupons from Staples' own Coupon Corner, push the order past $35 for free next-day delivery, earn Easy Rewards points, and go through ShopBack before you check out. According to Staples, up to five transaction coupons can go on one order, Easy Rewards members earn 1 point per $1 with 200 points worth $1, and orders over $35 get free next-day delivery to over 98% of the US on eligible items.

ShopBack US is a free app and website that returns part of what you spend at partner stores as cash you can withdraw. Staples is a ShopBack US store: you start on ShopBack's Staples page, check out on Staples as normal, and after the order is confirmed, cash comes back to your account. Join ShopBack US for free.

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The cheapest way to buy from Staples in the US, step by step

Run every Staples order through these five steps, in this order. The figures come from Staples' own help center, coupon terms and program terms, at the time of writing.

Step	What it does	The number to know
1. Time it	Buy in a sale or seasonal event	Black Friday is November 27, 2026; Cyber Monday is November 30, 2026
2. Apply coupons	Use Staples' own codes on eligible items	Up to five transaction coupons per order
3. Clear the delivery line	Avoid shipping fees on online orders	Free next-day delivery on purchases over $35, or any ink and toner
4. Earn Easy Rewards	Points on what you pay after coupons	1 point per $1; 200 points = $1 off
5. Go through ShopBack	Lower the effective price after you pay	Live rate on ShopBack's Staples page

Staples is a US office supply retailer. It opened its first store in Brighton, Massachusetts, in 1986, and today sells office supplies, ink and toner, paper, furniture, technology and print services in stores and at staples.com.

Category line. Other office, tech and everyday stores on ShopBack US include Office Depot and OfficeMax, Best Buy, Walmart and Target.

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Staples coupon: how the codes actually stack

A Staples coupon saves the most when you know Staples' own rules for combining them. According to the coupon terms in Staples' help center:

• Up to five per order. Up to five transaction coupons may be applied to a single purchase.
• Minimums use regular-priced items. Any minimum spend has to be met with regular-priced products that no other coupon or instant savings applies to. Tax and shipping are not counted toward the minimum.
• Already discounted items are out. Products discounted by staples.com automatically added coupons or instant savings are not eligible for transaction coupons.
• Tech exclusions are common. Many coupons are not valid on technology, including computers, tablets, Chromebooks, streaming devices, Apple and Bose products, ink and toner, and HP printers and scanners. Read the offer details on each code.
• Timing and source. Coupons expire at 12:00 a.m. Eastern. Competitors' and manufacturers' coupons are not valid, and Staples reserves the right to reject orders that use a code obtained from a bulletin board or other internet site.
• Not qualified yet. Staples says some coupons do not show in your cart until you meet the qualification, such as a minimum spend, and proceed to checkout.

Why the order matters. Say a coupon needs $75 of regular-priced items. If $20 of your cart is already on instant savings, that $20 does not count, so you need $75 of other items to qualify. Build your cart around the regular-priced items first, then add the sale items.

Where the working codes come from, in order: Staples' own Coupon Corner, app and emails; offers loaded to your Easy Rewards account; and the codes listed on ShopBack's Staples page, next to the live rate.

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Staples coupon 2026: what to expect through the year

In 2026, expect Staples offers to keep the same pattern: percent-off and dollar-off coupons with minimums, category deals, and member offers through Easy Rewards. We do not list specific codes here, because they change week to week.

• Back-to-school. Summer is the main window for school supplies, backpacks and basic tech.
• Black Friday and Cyber Monday. November 27 and November 30, 2026 usually bring some of the year's biggest offers across US retailers.
• Staples' own events. Staples runs timed sale events and daily deals through the year, which you will find on its deals pages.
• Clearance. Clearance can already be low, but Staples' terms say clearance items do not earn Easy Rewards points, and online price adjustments exclude clearance.

For the codes live on the day you shop, check Staples' Coupon Corner and ShopBack's Staples page.

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Staples cheapest way to save money: tips for US shoppers in 2026

Most Staples savings come from small habits repeated on every order.

• Bundle to $35. Staples says purchases over $35 get free next-day delivery on eligible in-stock items ordered by 3 pm. A small top-up of paper or pens can cost less than a shipping fee.
• Pick your bonus categories. Easy Rewards members can choose up to 3 product categories to earn bonus points. Set them to what you buy most, such as paper or cleaning supplies.
• Use AutoRestock for repeat items. Staples says AutoRestock subscriptions count toward your Easy Rewards earnings, which suits printer paper, coffee and cleaning supplies.
• Check the price after you buy online. If staples.com lowers its own price within 14 days of your purchase, Staples says it will refund the difference, excluding timed deals, Black Friday and Cyber Monday pricing, liquidation and clearance.
• Price match in store. Staples stores match an identical item sold and shipped by Amazon.com or sold by a retailer with both stores and a website. See the price match section below for the limits.
• Go through ShopBack every time. Before you check out online, open ShopBack's Staples page so the same order costs you less after you pay.

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Staples official deals: the store's own programs

Staples' official savings run through three things: Easy Rewards, Staples Plus and the Price Match Guarantee. Here is how each works, from Staples' published terms at the time of writing.

Staples Easy Rewards (free)

Feature	Staples Easy Rewards (per Staples' terms)
Cost	Free to join online, in the app or in store
Earn rate	1 point for each $1 on qualifying purchases, after coupons and excluding tax and shipping
Redeem	200 points = $1 off, in whole-dollar amounts at checkout
Bonus categories	Choose up to 3 product categories for bonus points
Does not earn	Gift cards, postage, clearance items, protection plans, subscriptions and several services, among others
When points appear	Usually 24 to 48 hours after a purchase, though it can take up to 30 days

That earn rate works out to about $0.50 back in points for every $100 you spend at Staples, before bonus categories and offers. It is worth having, but on its own it is a small saving.

Staples Plus ($49 a year)

According to the Staples Plus terms, the membership costs $49 for one year, renews automatically, and includes:

• Ink and toner points. 20 Easy Rewards points per $1 on qualifying ink and toner.
• Cartridge recycling. 400 points per recycled ink or toner cartridge, for up to 20 cartridges a month.
• Copy paper. An 8-ream case of Staples Multiuse Copy Paper for $37.99 on staples.com, in the app or by phone, up to 3 cases a month.
• Custom Pick discounts. Choose up to 5 eligible items and get the lowest price compared with a list of named competitors, up to 20 units a month.

Quick math. At 200 points per $1, 20 points per $1 on ink is worth about 10% back in points, and each recycled cartridge is worth about $2. A small office that buys ink every month and recycles cartridges may cover the $49 fee; a home user who prints rarely probably will not.

Price Match Guarantee

According to Staples, its stores match a lower price on a new, identical item, including model number and US warranty, when it is sold and shipped by Amazon.com (Marketplace sellers excluded) or sold by a retailer with both stores and a website under the same brand. Black Friday, Cyber Monday, clearance and timed sales are excluded, it is one price match per customer per item, and price match is only available on purchases made in a Staples store.

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Staples credit card rewards and offers in 2026

Staples offers its own Staples Credit Card, and the help center lists it alongside major credit cards as a payment method. Store cards change their offers often, so read the current terms on Staples' site before you apply, and only use one if you pay the balance in full each month.

For most shoppers, the simpler choice is to pay with the rewards card you already have and let Easy Rewards and ShopBack do their part.

Using a credit card and ShopBack on the same order

You can usually earn your card's rewards and still go through ShopBack on the same Staples order, because card rewards come from your card issuer while ShopBack's cash comes from ShopBack. Paying part of an order with Easy Rewards points, a gift card or certain codes can reduce what ShopBack pays, so check the merchant's terms on ShopBack's Staples page before you check out.

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Staples cashback: an essential step before you check out

For merchants like Staples, and for booking sites like Booking.com, Trip.com, Agoda and Expedia, going through ShopBack is an essential step before you book or check out, so you pay less on the same booking or order. ShopBack works like an automatic cash discount on your online order.

How it works on ShopBack US:

1. Sign in to ShopBack US on the app or website.
2. Open ShopBack's Staples page and check the codes listed and the terms.
3. Tap through to Staples, then shop and check out in the same session.
4. After the order is confirmed, cash comes back to your ShopBack account, ready to withdraw.

Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. That is the main difference from Easy Rewards points, which you can only spend at Staples.

Which cashback sites list Staples? Many US cashback and shopping sites list Staples, and their rates and terms change often. On ShopBack US, the live rate and the terms for Staples are on one page, so look there on the day you shop rather than at a list you saw weeks ago. Some product lines or services may not earn, so read the terms before you build a big order.

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A worked Staples order, start to finish

Here is one order run through every step, using Staples' published rules and an illustrative ShopBack rate.

1. You add $120 of regular-priced office supplies and paper during a sale.
2. You apply an example $20-off coupon from Staples' Coupon Corner, so you pay $100 before tax.
3. Your order is over $35, so delivery is free on eligible in-stock items ordered by 3 pm.
4. Easy Rewards earns 100 points on the $100 you paid, worth $0.50 toward a later order at 200 points per $1.
5. You went through ShopBack's Staples page first. At an illustrative 2%, $2 comes back as cash after the order is confirmed, so your effective price is $98.

The exact amounts depend on the live coupon, what is eligible and the live rate on ShopBack's Staples page. Treat this as the order of steps, not a price promise.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to buy from Staples in the US?

Usually: buy during a sale, apply eligible coupons from Staples' own Coupon Corner or emails (up to five transaction coupons per order, per Staples), get the order over $35 for free next-day delivery on eligible items, earn Easy Rewards points, and go through ShopBack's Staples page before you check out so the effective price drops after you pay.

Where do I find a Staples coupon that works?

Start with Staples' own Coupon Corner, the Staples app and emails, then your Easy Rewards offers, then the codes listed on ShopBack's Staples page. Staples says competitors' and manufacturers' coupons are not valid, and it reserves the right to reject orders using a code taken from a bulletin board or other internet site.

How many coupons can I use on one Staples order?

According to Staples' coupon terms, up to five transaction coupons may be applied to a single purchase. Any minimum spend has to be met with regular-priced products that no other coupon or instant savings applies to, and tax and shipping do not count toward the minimum.

What is excluded from Staples coupons?

Exclusions vary by coupon, but Staples' coupon terms list many technology items as not valid, including computers, tablets, Chromebooks, Apple and Bose products, ink and toner, and HP printers and scanners. Items already discounted by automatic coupons or instant savings are also not eligible for transaction coupons. Always read the offer details on the coupon.

How does Staples Easy Rewards work?

According to Staples' program terms, Easy Rewards members earn 1 point for each $1 spent on qualifying purchases, after coupons and excluding tax and shipping. Points are redeemed in whole dollars, and 200 points give $1 off at checkout. Members can also pick up to 3 bonus points categories. Gift cards, clearance items and several services do not earn points.

Is Staples Plus worth $49 a year?

It can be if you buy a lot of ink, toner or copy paper. According to Staples' terms, Staples Plus costs $49 a year and gives 20 Easy Rewards points per $1 on qualifying ink and toner, 400 points per recycled cartridge for up to 20 cartridges a month, and an 8-ream case of Staples Multiuse Copy Paper for $37.99 online, up to 3 cases a month. Add up what you would actually use before you join.

How do I get free delivery at Staples?

According to Staples, it offers free next-day delivery to over 98% of the US on all ink and toner items or purchases over $35. It applies to eligible, in-stock items ordered by 3 pm, and excludes holidays, weekends, some delivery areas, gift cards, software and non-stocked items.

Does Staples price match?

Yes, in Staples stores. According to Staples, stores match a lower price on an identical new item sold and shipped by Amazon.com, or sold by a retailer with both stores and a website under the same brand. Black Friday, Cyber Monday, clearance and timed sales are excluded. If staples.com lowers its own price within 14 days of your online purchase, Staples says it will refund the difference, with some exclusions.

When are Staples' biggest sales in 2026?

Staples' biggest offers usually follow the US retail calendar, with back-to-school in summer and the holiday season. In 2026, Black Friday is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30. Staples also runs its own timed sale events through the year, so check its deals page on the day you shop.

How does ShopBack lower the price of a Staples order?

ShopBack works like an automatic cash discount on your online order. Open ShopBack's Staples page, tap through and check out in the same session. On a $100 order at an illustrative 2%, $2 comes back, so the effective price is $98; check the live rate on the store's ShopBack page.

Which cashback sites list Staples?

Many US cashback and shopping sites list Staples, and their rates and terms change often. On ShopBack US, the live rate and terms for Staples sit on ShopBack's Staples page, so check it on the day you shop rather than relying on an old list.

Is cashback the same as Easy Rewards points?

No. Easy Rewards points can only be spent at Staples, at 200 points per $1. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles.

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Key takeaways

• The cheapest Staples order usually combines a sale, Staples' own coupons, the $35 free delivery line, Easy Rewards and ShopBack.
• Staples allows up to five transaction coupons per order, but minimums must be met with regular-priced items and many tech items are excluded.
• Easy Rewards earns 1 point per $1, and 200 points are worth $1, so the base return is small; bonus categories help.
• Staples Plus costs $49 a year and pays off mainly for heavy ink, toner and copy paper buyers.
• Go through ShopBack's Staples page before you check out so the same order costs you less after you pay.

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Check ShopBack before you check out at: Staples · Office Depot and OfficeMax · Best Buy · Walmart · Target

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About this article

Coupon rules, delivery thresholds, price match terms, Easy Rewards and Staples Plus details come from Staples' help center and program terms published on staples.com. Codes and cashback rates change often, so this article points to the live codes and rate on ShopBack's Staples page instead of quoting them.

Disclaimer

The views and recommendations expressed in this article are those of the author. Coupons, rewards programs, membership benefits, delivery thresholds, price match terms and cashback eligibility vary by merchant and time and are subject to change. Check the terms on Staples' site and ShopBack's Staples page before you buy. This article is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or financial advice.