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Retail Media & Commerce

Buy One Get One (BOGO)

A promotion where purchasing one item earns a second free or discounted, used to drive volume and trial.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

Buy one get one (BOGO) is a promotion in which purchasing one item earns a second item free or at a discount. Retailers and brands use it to increase sales volume, encourage trial, and clear inventory. Because it can reduce margins, it is often limited to specific products or time periods.