Quick answer: Checking yourself means refreshing a dozen Canadian sites and still missing drops that sell out in minutes; The Drop Watch watches all 15+ retailers every 60 seconds and alerts you instantly.
Get instant restock alerts — $9/mo Browse the live dashboard free| The Drop Watch | checking yourself | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9/mo (Scout) | Free (plus your time) |
| Retailers covered | 15+ Canadian retailers simultaneously | However many tabs you can refresh |
| Detection speed | 60-second automated polling | Minutes-to-hours between your checks |
| Coverage windows | 24/7, including 3 AM drops | Only while you're actively checking |
| Alert delivery | Instant push/email per watchlist | None — you have to be looking |
| Hidden API restocks | Watches internal availability APIs | You only see the public storefront |
| Effort | Set a watchlist once | Constant refreshing, every day |
| Missed drops | Rare — near-continuous coverage | Guaranteed whenever you stop checking |
| Cost of missing one | Often exceeds a year of Scout | — |
| Best for | Canadian collectors who need to win drops | One-off purchases with no deadline |
Is checking yourself free?
Free (plus your time). The Drop Watch Scout is $9/mo — for 60-second automated checks across 15+ Canadian retailers and watchlist-only alerts.
Does The Drop Watch cover Canadian retailers?
Yes — Costco, Best Buy, Pokémon Center, Walmart and 11+ more, polled every 60 seconds.
Can I try it before paying?
Yes — the live stock dashboard is free to browse. Scout alerts are $9/mo.