What Is the Difference Between Buying & Pre-Ordering?
pocketsense.com › difference-between-buying-preDec 12, 2019 · When many consumers anticipate an item, a retailer may offer it for pre-order before it arrives in stores. With a pre-order, you place your order and provide payment information for the item. This reserves it for you and ensures you will receive one after release. If the price goes down between the time you pre-order and the release date, many retailers will honor the lower price. Check about payment processing when you pre-order.