Prime Day is just a few days away. Amazon’s 48-our event kicks off on Tuesday, October 13. However, Prime Day deals have already started with discounts on everything from air fryers to 4K TVs.
Best Prime Day Deals 2020
This is the first time that Prime Day will be held so close to Black Friday. The way we see it — Prime Day 2020 will be the kick off to the holiday season. As a result, we’re expecting even more Prime Day deals than previous years. For shoppers, that means there will be more noise to cut through as you search for the perfect Prime Day deal.
That said, we’re seeing some pretty amazing Prime Day deals ahead of the big event. It’s customary for Amazon to offer a parade of deals in the lead up to Prime Day, but 2020’s Prime Day deals are noticeably more aggressive. For instance, there are a variety of Prime Day coupons and credits that reward you with a free Amazon credit when you make a purchase on Amazon.com. Typically, these type of Prime Day deals have been reserved for Prime Day itself, but this is the first time we can remember seeing so many offered ahead of Amazon’s big event.
Currently, our favorite deal is once again Amazon’s Whole Foods deal, which scores you a $10 Prime Day credit for making any purchase of $10 or more at Whole Foods in-store or online. Meanwhile, when it comes to Amazon devices, the Echo Show 5 is getting a massive price cut. There’s a new wave of Amazon devices debuting in the coming weeks, so Amazon’s older-gen devices are undergoing tremendous price cuts.
What other types of Prime Day deals can you expect in the next remaining days? Here are the best Prime Day deals available right now.
Prime Day deals: quick links
- Amazon devices: save on Fire TVs, Alexa speakers, Kindles
- Apple deals: save on AirPods, Apple Watch, more
- Bedding & bath: deals on comforters, shower curtains, and mattresses
- Fitness: save on Gaiam, Bowflex, Nautilus, and more
- Furniture: deals on office chairs, nightstands, and dressers
- Halloween decor: deals on costumes, candy, and decor
- TV sales: deals from $115
- Laptops: save on MacBooks, Chromebooks, and Windows machines
- Lego toys: up to 30% off Lego sets
- Mattresses: deals on Casper, Serta, Tuft & Needle
- Pet food/supplies: up to 40% off food and treats
- Snow boots: save on Columbia, Sorel, Uggs, and more
- Whole Foods at Amazon: up to 45% off for Prime members
- Winter apparel: coats from $39
Best Early Prime Day deals
Amazon Music Unlimited (4 months): was $29 now $1
Get unfettered access to millions of songs that you can listen to online or offline. Amazon is giving new Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers four months of service for free. The retailer normally offers a free 30 day trial, so this Prime Day deal saves you $29.View Deal
Echo Auto: was $49 now $19
Get Alexa in your car with the Echo Auto. This device lets you stream a suite of audio content from Amazon Music to Audible audiobooks. Log into your Prime account to drop its price to just $19.99. View Deal
Blink Mini Indoor Camera: was $34 now $24
The Blink Mini Indoor Camera is one of the least expensive security cams we’ve seen. With powerful security features it was already a pint-sized bargain, but Prime members can score this deal for just $24.99, which makes it an absolute buy for just about anyone interested in home security. View Deal
Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Kids Edition: was $69 now $34
The Echo Dot gains some new tricks and new parental controls in this redesigned package aimed at younger users. Prime members can get the Echo Dot Kids Edition for just $34.99, which is 50% off. View Deal
Echo Show 5 w/ Blink Mini Cam: was $124 now $49
The Echo Show 5 is a solid smart display with a 5.5-inch screen that’s perfect for checking the weather, managing to-do lists, or making video calls. This bundle includes a Blink Mini Cam and costs just $49.99. Want the camera by itself? It’s also on sale w/ a 1-year Food Network sub for $44.99.View Deal
Toshiba 32″ 720p Fire TV: was $179 now $119 @ Amazon
This Prime Day deal makes it cheaper than ever to add a new smart TV to any room you want. Built-in Fire TV access means you’ve got support for Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu and, of course, Prime Video.View Deal
Insignia 43″ 4K Fire TV: was $299 now $199
We expect to see hundreds of inexpensive TVs during Prime Day. This Insignia Fire TV is among the most impressive we’ve seen to date. The 2020 TV is $100 off and offers HDR support, three HDMI ports, and an Alexa voice remote control. View Deal
Insignia 50″ 4K Fire TV: was $349 now $299 @ Amazon
This 50-inch 4K smart TV offers access to thousands of channels and apps, including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, and more. It’s one of your cheapest options if you want a big-screen TV that won’t leave you broke. View Deal
Toshiba 55″ 4K Fire TV: was $449 now $299
Big-screen TVs rarely get this cheap. Currently, you can get the Toshiba 55-inch 4K Fire TV for an insanely low $299. The TV has Amazon Fire built in, 4K resolution, Dolby Vision HDR, and Alexa voice controls.View Deal
Whole Foods: spend $10, get $10 credit
One of our favorite Prime Day deals is back! Spend $10 at Whole Foods from now through October 14, and you’ll get a free $10 Amazon credit which you can use during Prime Day. Delivery/pickup orders sold by Whole Foods Market and delivered or picked up by October 14th at 11:59 pm (PST) qualify for this offer. After your order, you’ll get an e-mail instructing you how to load the $10 credit to your Amazon account. View Deal
Best Prime Day TV deals
Toshiba 32″ 720p Fire TV: was $179 now $119 @ Amazon
Looking for an inexpensive smart TV? This Prime Day deal knocks the price of the Toshiba 32-inch Fire TV to just $119. It has built-in Fire TV access, which means you’ve got support for Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu and, of course, Prime Video.View Deal
Insignia 43″ 4K Fire TV: was $299 now $199
If you’re looking for an inexpensive 4K smart TV — the buck stops here. Part of Insignia’s 2020 lineup, this 4K TV features HDR support, three HDMI ports, and an Alexa voice remote control. View Deal
TCL 50″ 4K Roku TV: was $479 now $279
TCL makes some of the best budget TVs on the market. This Prime Day deal knocks $200 off the price of the TCL 50-inch 4K Roku TV. It features HDR10 support, three HDMI ports, and Roku’s excellent operating system. View Deal
Insignia 50″ 4K Fire TV: was $349 now $299 @ Amazon
This 50-inch 4K smart TV offers access to thousands of channels and apps, including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, and more. It’s one of your cheapest options if you want a big-screen TV that won’t leave you broke. View Deal
Toshiba 55″ 4K Fire TV: was $449 now $299
This might be one of the most inexpensive 55-inch TVs we’ve seen all year. Currently, you can get the Toshiba 55-inch 4K Fire TV for an insanely low $299. The TV has Amazon Fire built in, 4K resolution, Dolby Vision HDR, and Alexa voice controls. It’s one of our favorite Prime Day deals of the moment. View Deal
Toshiba 50″ 4K Fire TV: was $379 now $329 @ Amazon
If you want a larger Fire TV, Amazon also has the Toshiba 50-inch 4K Fire TV on sale for $329.99. Like all Fire TVs, it includes a voice remote, but this upgraded model also offers Dolby Vision HDR support and DTS Virtual X audio processing for richer audio. View Deal
Hisense 55″ 4K Android TV: was $599 now $499 @ Amazon
We expect to see plenty of Prime Day deals on QLED TVs. However, Amazon already has the Hisense 55-inch 4K QLED Android TV on sale for $499.99. That’s $100 off and just $50 shy of its all-time price low. It features full array local dimming with 90 dimming zones, HDR support, Dolby Atmos, and a 240Hz refresh rate. View Deal
Sony 55″ X750H 4K TV: was $799 now $569 @ Amazon
Here’s a Prime Day deal you can get right now. The Sony X750H is an Android TV with HDR support (HDR10/HLG) and Alexa/Google Assistant integration. Click the coupon code below the price to drop its price to $569.99.View Deal
LG CX 55″ 4K OLED TV: was $1,999 now $1,596 @ Amazon
If you’re searching for Prime Day deals on OLEDs, here’s a deal that saves you a whopping $403. Currently, Amazon has the LG CX Series 55-inch 4K OLED TV for sale at $1,596. We reviewed the 65-inch version of this TV and found it offered an unparalleled picture with inky blacks and excellent audio. View Deal
Samsung 82″ 4K QLED TV: was $1,999 now $1,799 @ Amazon
Big-screen TVs will see massive price drops on Prime Day. Take, for instance, this 82-inch Q60 QLED from Samsung. It’s currently on sale for $1,799.99 (you must add it to your cart to see the price) and one of the best early Amazon Prime Day deals we’ve seen.View Deal
Best Prime Day laptop deals
HP Chromebook 11: was $339 now $270 @ Amazon
Chromebooks have been hard to find in stock most of this summer. As a result, we expect sales on these laptops to be modest. That said, Amazon has the new HP Chromebook 11 on sale for $270. It sports an 11.6-inch 1366 x 768 LCD, Celeron N3350 CPU, 4GB of RAM, and a 32GB eMMC. View Deal
Lenovo IdeaPad 2020: was $399 now $298
When it comes to laptops, the bulk of Prime Day deals will consist of machines like this budget friendly Lenovo IdeaPad. It features a 14-inch 1366 x 768 LCD, AMD A6 APU, 4GB of RAM, and a 64GB eMMC. It’s designed for Internet-based work. View Deal
Surface Pro 7: was $899 now $800 @ Amazon
This early Prime Day deal takes $100 off Microsoft’s tablet. It packs a 12.3-inch (2736 x 1824) PixelSense display, 10th-gen Core i5 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD. It’s one of the best prices we’ve seen for this configuration, though keep in mind the Type Cover is not included. View Deal
MacBook Air 2020: was $1,299 now $1,199 @ Amazon
The 2020 MacBook Air sports a Core i3-1005G1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. It also features Apple’s new Magic Keyboard, which offers a much better typing experience than previous generations. This upgraded model is now $100 off, which is as good as early Prime Day deals get.View Deal
MacBook Pro 13.3″ (2020): was $1,999 now $1,649 @ Amazon
Apple offers four configurations of its new 2020 MacBook Pro 13.3-inch laptop. There are two configs with 8th-gen CPUs and two configs with 10th-gen CPUs. This model is the base MacBook Pro with a 10th-gen CPU. It houses a 2GHz Core i5 CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and four Thunderbolt 3 ports. View Deal
Razer Blade Stealth 13: was $1,799 now $1,499 @ Amazon
We expect to see plenty of Prime Day deals on gaming rigs. However, here’s one you can get right now. Amazon has the Razer Blade Stealth 13 on sale for $1,499. That’s $300 off and $100 cheaper than it was on Labor Day. It features a 13.3-inch 1080p 120Hz LCD, Core i7-1065G7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a GTX 1650 Ti Max-Q GPU. View Deal
Best Prime Day gaming deals
Logitech G604 Gaming Mouse: was $99 now $69
If you play MMOs, MOBAs, or other gaming genres where you need a ton of commands at the tip of your thumb — the Logitech G604 is the mouse you want. It’s comfortable to use, plays well across the board, and it can connect via USB dongle and Bluetooth.View Deal
Razer Naga Trinity Gaming Mouse: was $99 now $74
Thanks to its versatile, swappable side panels, the Editor’s Choice Razer Naga Trinity Gaming Mouse is just as good for World of Warcraft diehards as it is for productivity-minded users. This early Prime Day deal knocks its price to just $74. View Deal
Nintendo Switch games: up to $15 off
Amazon is taking up to $15 off a wide variety of Nintendo Switch games. The sale includes titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario Party, Luigi’s Mansion 3, and more. View Deal
PS4 accessories: up to 50% off
From headsets to charging cables, Amazon is taking up to 50% off a wide select of PS4 accessories in this early Prime Day deal. Brands on sale include HyperX, Turtle Beach, Seagate, and more. View Deal
Ring Fit Adventure: $79 @ Amazon
This isn’t a Prime Day deal per se (there’s no actual discount), but Amazon has stock of the Nintendo Ring Fit Adventure. (It’s been near-impossible to find in stock all summer long). The Ring Fit Adventure is a fun peripheral for Switch owners who want to burn some calories while playing games. View Deal
Nintendo Switch: $299 @ Amazon
The Nintendo Switch is not on sale. However, it’s actually in stock at its normal retail price of $299. It’s very rare for Amazon to have it in stock at this price, so snatch it up while you can. View Deal
Acer XB270H: was $499 now $395 @ Amazon
The Acer XB271H is a 1080p gaming monitor with a robust color palette and a 144 Hz refresh rate. That means you’ll be able to run games with frame rates well in excess of 100 frames per second. We especially like that you can even orient it vertically. While the device usually costs $499, it’s available for $395 at Amazon right now.View Deal
HP Omen 15 Gaming Laptop: was $1,249 now $1,099
The HP Omen 15 packs everything you could want in a gaming rig. It sports a 15.6-inch 1080p 60Hz LCD, Core i7-10750H CPU, 8GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a GTX 1660 Ti GPU. This 2020 laptop also features a stylish all-metal chassis and single panel access to its components for easy upgrades.
Aurora R11 w/ RTX 3080: was $1,910 now $1,861 @ Alienware
Looking for a desktop with the new RTX 3080? Alieware has its Aurora R11 with the RTX 3080 on sale for $1,861.99 via coupon “50OFF699”. This killer rig features a Core i7-10700F CPU, 8GB of RAM, 1TB 7200 rpm HDD, and a GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GPU. It’s the first time we see anything with an RTX 3080 get a discount. View Deal
Best Prime Day toy deals
Hasbro Marvel Avengers: up to 30% off action figures
It’s never too early to shop for Christmas. Amazon is taking up to 30% off select Hasbro Marvel Avengers action figures. For instance, you ca get the Marvel Action Figures 8-Pack for $49 (pictured). That’s a full $30 off its normal price. It includes figures of Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, Spider-Man, Daredevil, War Machine, the Incredible Hulk, and Falcon.View Deal
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers: was $18 now $11
A perfect stocking stuffer, this pack of Crayola markers includes 40 fine line markers in assorted colors. They’re non-toxic and ideal for kids ages 3 and up. View Deal
Fisher-Price STEAM Toys: up to 40% off
Fisher-Price STEAM toys are designed to help kids develop their thinking skills. A variety of STEAM toys are on sale at up to 40% off. After discount, you can get the Fisher-Price Think Learn Rocktopus for $36 (pictured), which is 40% off. It’s designed to help preschoolers learn all about different instruments, patterns, counting skills, and more.View Deal
Best Prime Day headphone deals
Galaxy Buds: was $129 now $106 @ Amazon
The Galaxy Buds are a great AirPods alternative for Android users. They’re loaded with features, produce full sound, and offer a solid 6 hours of playtime on a single charge. View Deal
AirPods w/ Charging Case: was $159 now $129 @ Amazon
Amazon has the Apple AirPods with standard charging case on sale for $129. That’s $30 off and their lowest price ever. The AirPods feature Apple’s latest H1 chip for fast wireless connectivity with Apple devices.View Deal
AirPods w/ Wireless Case: was $199 now $159 @ Amazon
This Prime Day deal gets you the AirPods with Wireless Charging Case for just $159. That’s one of the best prices we’ve seen for these buds. In fact, this it’s just $20 shy of their all-time price low of $139. They come with a Qi-compatible case that allows for wire-free charging. View Deal
Apple AirPods Pro: was $249 now $219 @ Amazon
Amazon has the AirPods Pro on sale for $219. That’s $30 off and their second-best price ever. The AirPods Pro offer both sweat and water resistance (IPX4 certified) along with built-in noise cancellation. This is a solid Prime Day deal that you can’t go wrong with. View Deal
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: was $169 now $135 @ Samsung
Samsung’s latest true wireless earbuds are its best yet, offering active noise cancellation, touch controls and great sound. You also get plenty of customization thanks to the linked app, and strong battery life to keep the music going all day long. Use coupon “S20FEADDON” to drop their price to $135.99. View Deal
Beats Solo Pro Wireless: was $299 now $249 @ Amazon
The Beats Solo Pro wireless headphones feature active noise cancelling, an advanced acoustic system, and up to 22 hours of battery life. They’re currently on sale at their lowest price ever.View Deal
Bose 700: was $399 now $379 @ Amazon
The Bose 700 headphones are the best noise-cancelling ‘phones you can get. They’re stylish, comfortable to wear, and deliver the best noise-cancelling experience you can find. Even better, all colors are now $20 off.View Deal
Bose QC 35 II Headphones: was $349 now $299 @ Amazon
The excellent Bose QC 35 II wireless headphones are on sale for $299. While no longer Bose’s flagship cans, these Editor’s Choice headphones are still comfy to wear, provide excellent sound, and offer killer noise-cancelling technology. View Deal
Best Prime Day home and kitchen deals
Rubbermaid 24-Piece Storage Set: was $39 now $27
We can all use more food storage options in our pantry and this Prime Day deal knocks $12 off the Rubbermaid 24-Piece Food Container set. It includes 12 leak proof, airtight food storage containers featuring crystal clear, BPA free Triton plastic. View Deal
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker: was $99 now $79
This Prime Day deal is perfect for the home chef who has no time to cook. It features 14 one-touch smart programs for cooking ribs, soups, beans, rice, poultry, yogurt, desserts, and more. The free Instant Pot app also includes hundreds of recipes to choose from. View Deal
Chefman TurboFry Air Fryer XL: was $99 now $84
Looking to cut back on calories and fat? This air fryer can help. It uses little to no oil to deliver perfectly fried eats. The stainless steel air fryer has an 8-quart capacity, which makes it great for families. It also includes a non-stick basket and flat frying tray, both of which are dishwasher safe. View Deal
Lavazza Espresso Machine: was $145 now $97
This single-serve espresso machine is compatible with Lavazza Blue capsules. Its compact size makes it ideal for small kitchens and countertops. It’s currently at its second-lowest price of the year. View Deal
Anova Sous Vide: was $199 now $139
One of our favorite Prime Day deals knocks the price of te game-changing Anova Sous Vide precision cooker to just $139. That’s $60 off and a must for anyone who loves perfectly cooked meals. View Deal
Ninja Foodi: was $249 now $184
The Ninja Foodi is the best multipurpose air fryer and pressure cooker you can buy. The 6.5-quart pot is capable of air frying, braising, slow cooking, and more. The top-rated kitchen appliance rarely sees price drops this steep, so snatch this Ninja Foodie deal while you can.View Deal
Best Prime Day fitness deals
Fitbit Inspire HR: was $99 now $79
The Fitbit Inspire HR is the best fitness tracker for newbies. It’s dead simple to use, tracks all the basics (calories burned, steps taken, etc), and it sports a built-in heart rate monitor. It’s now at its second-cheapest price ever.View Deal
Apple Watch 3 (GPS/38mm): was $199 now $169 @ Amazon
If you’re looking for the least expensive Prime Day deal on an Apple Watch, keep your eye on the Apple Watch 3. This is Apple’s entry-level watch and the model most likely to dip below $149. The waterproof watch offers heart rate notifications, workout detection, Apple Music, and Siri support for a low price. It’s now $30 off and at its cheapest price of 2020. View Deal
Fitbit Ionic: was $212 now $199 @ Amazon
We’ll admit the Fitbit Ionic’s design isn’t for everyone. But Fitbit’s first color-screen smartwatch—now discontinued by the company—still has a number of current features including GPS, NFC for mobile payments, and the ability to store songs on the watch itself. It’s available in a few colors, and is $30 less than the Fitbit Versa 3.View Deal
Apple Watch SE: was $279 now $269 @ Amazon
The Apple Watch SE is Apple’s new mid-tier smartwatch. It features the same CPU found in the Apple Watch 5, but packs a screen that’s 30% brighter than the Apple Watch 3. It also supports Emergency SOS calling, fall detection, and features a built-in compass and always-on altimeter. This early Prime Day deal saves you $10. (B&H Photo offers the same price). View Deal
Apple Watch 6: was $399 now $384 @ Amazon
The new Apple Watch 6 features a brighter display, new S6 CPU, and built-in blood oxygen sensors that support Apple’s new Blood Oxygen app. It’s the best Apple Watch you can get and it’s currently $15 off. (B&H Photo offers the same price). View Deal
Best Prime Day mattress deals
Casper Sleep Element: deals from $355
The Casper Sleep Element is perfect for shoppers who want a cozy mattress at a low price. It offers two layers of breathable polyurethane foam, a layer of AirScape breathable foam (for increased airflow), and a durable base that supports your whole body.View Deal
Lucid Hybrid Mattresses: 15% off all mattresses
Prime Day deals have already started and this sale from Lucid is a perfect example. Currently, Amazon is taking 15% off all Lucid Hybrid mattresses. After discount, deals start at just $282. View Deal
Best Prime Day credits
Whole Foods: spend $10, get $10 credit
One of our favorite Prime Day deals is back! Spend $10 at Whole Foods from now through October 14, and you’ll get a free $10 Amazon credit which you can use during Prime Day. Delivery/pickup orders sold by Whole Foods Market and delivered or picked up by October 14th at 11:59 pm (PST) qualify for this offer. After your order, you’ll get an e-mail instructing you how to load the $10 credit to your Amazon account. View Deal
Amazon small biz: spend $10, get $10
Amazon wants to highlight small businesses during Prime Day 2020, so it’s encouraging consumers to shop at its small business storefront. Through October 12, spend $10 or more at Amazon’s small business store and you’ll get a free $10 credit that you can use on Prime Day. View Deal
Amazon Books: spend $10, get $10
Believe it or not, but Amazon has physical stores throughout the country. Currently, when you spend $10 or more at Amazon Books or Amazon Pop-Up, you’ll get a free $10 credit. Plus, spend $10 at Amazon 4-Star and you’ll get an additional $10 credit. You can find store locations via this link. View Deal
Amazon Go: spend $10, get $10
Amazon Go stores offer an assortment of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. They’re located in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, and Seattle. Currently, when you spend $10 at any Amazon Go store, you’ll get a $10 credit. View Deal
Amazon Fresh: spend $10, get $10
Amazon Fresh is a free grocery delivery service for Prime members. It offers a mix of fresh produce, deli/prepared food, household items, and meat/seafood. Spend $10 or more at Amazon Fresh and you’ll earn a $10 Amazon credit. View Deal
Prime Video: watch a video, get a $5 credit
Amazon is handing out free money with this offer. Watch any show or movie included with Prime and you’ll get a free $5 Amazon credit. Titles include The Avengers, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Modern Love, Parasite, Fleabag (our personal pick), and a host of other shows. You must sign into your Prime account to see/activate this offer. View Deal
Kindle: spend $20 on eBooks, get $5 eBook credit
Here’s one of the best Prime Day deals we’ve seen for avid readers. Currently at Amazon, spend $20 on any eBook purchase through October 12 and get a $5 eBooks credit in return. This offer is for Prime members only. View Deal
Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature: get $100 gift card
Amazon’s biggest reward comes courtesy of its credit cards. Sign up for the Amazon Rewards Visa Card and you’ll get an instant $50 Amazon gift card upon approval. Alternatively, sign up for an Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Card and you’ll get a generous $100 Amazon gift card. The former gives you 3% cashback when you shop at Amazon or Whole Foods, whereas the latter gets you 5% cashback (for Prime members only). View Deal
Best Prime Day coupons
Weighted Blankets: 20% off for Prime members
A good weighted blanket can help you get a better night’s rest. As part of its early Prime Day deals, Amazon is taking 20% off a wide variety of weighted blankets by Degrees of Comfort. The blankets offer varying amounts of weight from 6 lbs. to 23 lbs. View Deal
Home & kitchen: up to 70% off for Prime members
From sofa slipcovers to small kitchen appliances, this Prime Day Amazon is offering a wide range of coupons that take from 5% to 70% off home and kitchen products. Coupons are applied automatically during the checkout process.View Deal
Workout tops for women: up to 40% off for Prime members
This early Prime Day deal knocks 20% off workout tops / yoga tanks for women. The sale also takes up to 40% off other apparel including robes, thermal underwear, and more. View Deal
Grocery items: up to 50% off for Prime members
Amazon has a ton of Prime Day deals on groceries. For instance, Amazon is taking up to 50% off a variety grocery items including Quaker Granola Bars, Honey Nut Cheerios, and Planters Peanuts. The sale also includes candy and chocolate from Twizzlers to Kit Kats. View Deal
Amazon Prime Day 2020 date
The official Amazon Prime Day date is October 13 and October 14. The event was delayed from July due to the coronavirus pandemic. It’s expected that Prime Day will immediately lead into Black Friday sales once this event is completed.
Prime Day deals — TV predictions
TV sales are the meat and potatoes of Prime Day. In fact, Amazon said it sold millions of Fire TV Edition Smart TVs last year. Naturally, we expect Amazon to shatter last year’s record. However, not only Fire TVs will be on sale. We expect to see Prime Day TV deals on all sorts of models and sizes.
If you’re looking to spend the least amount of money possible, Insignia and Toshiba Fire TVs will be your best bet. These TVs are already $100 off and at their lowest price of the year. Additionally, we recommend you check out brands like Hisense, which tend to offer ultra-cheap big-screen TVs. Expect budget TVs to start as low as $99 for a 40-inch 1080p Fire TV.
When it comes to value, it’s hard to top TCL. Their TVs consistently impress us on both price point and performance. TCL is also renown for offering inexpensive big-screen TVs. Expect their 50-inch sets to sell for well under $300.
For premium TVs and OLED TVs, we recommend you can an eye on Amazon and Best Buy. One of our favorite TVs — the TCL 8 Series QLED Roku TV — is already on sale at Best Buy. Likewise, Best Buy has a variety of OLED sales, which Amazon tends to price match. We’re hoping to see at least one sub-$999 OLED sale.
Prime Day deals — laptop predictions
Whether you’re working from home or have children who are remote learning, we expect to see a plethora of Prime Day laptop deals in the coming days. Last year, Amazon discounted both budget machines and some gaming rigs designed for casual gamers.
However, given the shortage of Chromebooks and how high in demand they are, we don’t expect to see that many significant discounts on Chromebooks. Instead, we think Amazon will offer steep discounts on Celeron or Core i3-based machines running Windows. Expect these systems to start as low as $199.
Apple fans take note: Amazon is one of our go-to stores for MacBooks and we expect to see some killer Prime day deals. The 2020 MacBook Air, for instance, has sold for an all-time low of $899 at Amazon. We predict the base model could drop to $849 once deals kick in. Additionally, the step-up model — with 512GB SSD — could drop to $1,099 or even $999.
Prime Day console deals — PS5 and Xbox Series X
The PS5 and Xbox Series X will make their official debut on November 12 and November 10, respectively. Unfortunately, we don’t expect to see any pre-order deals for either console on Prime Day. In fact, just scoring a pre-order might be a deal in and of itself. There’s a chance we’ll see some bundles on Amazon Prime Day, but expect the savings to be modest since demand is high and there’s zero incentive for retailers to offer discounts. That said, expect to see amazing fire sales on the PS4 Pro and the Xbox One X, which could see discounts that take $100+ off.
Meanwhile, we’ve noticed the Nintendo Switch has been back in stock at Amazon. The console has been sold out since the start of the pandemic and scoring one has been near-impossible all summer long. We expect to see some Prime Day deals on the Switch, but they will likely come in the form of free games and bundles as opposed to significant price cuts on the console itself.
Prime Day and Whole Foods
Amazon-owned organic grocer Whole Foods plays a huge role on Prime Day. In fact, one of our favorite Amazon Prime Day deals comes from Whole Foods. For the past two years, Amazon has given Prime members who shop at Whole Foods a $10 Amazon credit that can be used on Prime Day.
Other Prime Day Whole Foods deals include discounts on seafood, meat, organic produce, and more. Even if you’re not a fan of Whole Foods, it’s worth shopping there in the lead up to Prime Day (and during Prime Day) for the savings.
This year, however, it’s unclear what role Whole Foods will play on Prime Day. Social distancing guidelines will likely be in effect, which means in-store shopping will not be encouraged. We predict Amazon Prime Day deals will focus on online Whole Foods orders instead of in-store discounts.
New Amazon devices for Prime Day 2020
A multitude of new Amazon products were recently announced during Amazon’s fall launch event. This means Amazon’s previous-gen devices will hit the bargain bin this Prime Day, whereas Amazon’s new 2020 devices will see more modest price cuts that could range from $20 to $50 off (based on the Prime Day deals we saw last year). Those items that will launch post-Prime Day will likely be on sale on Black Friday 2020.
Tips for finding the best Prime Day deals
Price Check Everything: Our number one rule when shopping on Prime Day is to price check what you’re about to buy. Price checking on Prime Day is quite easy. We’re big fans of CamelCamelCamel, a website that price checks millions of items sold on Amazon. The website tracks price lows, so if the item you’re looking at was cheaper in March, you’ll be able to see the price difference. There’s even a Chrome extension called Camelizer, which you can install and click on anytime you want to look at the price history of a product.
Keep in mind that there might be some items CamelCamelCamel doesn’t track. In those instances, we use Shopbrain or Shopsavvy. They won’t tell you the price history of an item, but they’ll tell you if a competing retailer offers a better price.
Don’t Limit Yourself to Amazon: That leads us to our second point: Prime Day is a faux retail holiday designed to promote Amazon devices and services. However, just like you wouldn’t buy your entire wardrobe from one designer, you shouldn’t do all of your Prime Day shopping at Amazon. Walmart, Target, and Best Buy are just a handful of competitors planning “Prime Day” sales of their own.
And based on what we saw from these retailers last year, we expect them to once again offer very competitive sales throughout the duration of Prime Day. Bottom line: Amazon doesn’t always offer the best prices.
Take Advantage of Free Credits: Amazon really wants you to spend money on Prime Day. However, if there aren’t any items you want to buy or if you’re just really trying to stick to your budget, there are some pretty amazing Prime Day deals you can get right now. We like these deals because after spending $10, you’ll get a $10 Amazon credit in exchange.
Don’t Buy New Gadgets…Yet: Amazon released a multitude of new gadgets a few days ago, including a new Amazon Echo and new Echo Dot. However, not all of them will be released in time for Prime Day. So be wary when you see deals on Amazon’s new devices. Plus, with Black Friday right around the corner, there’s a very high probability they’ll be cheaper in just a few weeks time. In fact, Black Friday prices — especially on Amazon devices — are typically $20 to $100 cheaper than Prime Day prices.
The same holds true for Apple’s new devices. While the Apple Watch SE and iPad 2020 are already on sale, chances are high they’ll be cheaper on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Don’t Buy Junk: The pandemic completely changed how we shop. Clorox Wipes, for instance, were more popular than swimsuits this past summer. Meanwhile, Lysol Spray is still high in demand and near impossible to find online. That means Amazon and a lot of its 3rd party sellers are sitting on a stockpile of unsold items. As a result, this Prime Day you can expect to see a fire sale on a range of off-season items and apparel. Sure, prices will be low, but if you survived the past few months without it, chances are you don’t really need it.
Watch Out for Shady Reviews: In addition to fake deals, shoppers should always keep an eye out for fake reviews. Although Amazon has removed many bogus reviews from its website, there are so many that it’s become near-impossible for Amazon to keep up. That’s why we’re fans of Fakespot. The site’s engine can analyze the quality of reviews on any Amazon page and churn out a letter grade indicating whether the product has mostly fake or real reviews. ReviewMeta is a similar site that looks for suspicious terminology or repeated phrases in reviews before offering a failing or passing grade.
What is the Prime Day concert?
For the past two years, Amazon has kicked off Prime Day with a concert that all Prime members were able to stream live via Amazon’s website. In 2018, Amazon partnered with Ariana Grande, Alessia Cara, Kelsea Ballerina, and Julia Michaels to headline the show. Last year, the concert featured Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Becky G, and SZA.
Both concerts were held in New York and were available for streaming throughout Prime Day. Given the current state of the pandemic, it doesn’t appear there will be Prime Day concerts for 2020.
What to do before Amazon Prime Day
- If you you’re not a Prime member, you can’t participate on Prime Day. However, what you can do is sign up for a free Prime membership. The free trial lasts 30 days, which is more than enough time to take advantage of Amazon’s sales.
- Plan on cancelling your Prime membership? Check out our guide on how to cancel Amazon Prime.
What is Amazon Prime Day 2020?
Amazon Prime Day originally started in July of 2015 as a way to celebrate Amazon’s 20th anniversary. For 24 hours, Amazon slashed the price of hundreds of items on its site. The sales were exclusively for Prime members only. The event was a hit and since 2015 Amazon Prime Day has grown into a massive Black Friday like event.
Prime Day deals include discounts on everything from the Echo Dot to Nike sneakers. It’s become a massive juggernaut for Amazon and although Amazon Prime Day will occur later than usual this year, we predict it’ll be just as strong as previous years.
Where is Amazon Prime Day?
The first Amazon Prime Day was celebrated in 9 countries including the U.S., UK, Spain, Japan, Italy, Germany, France, Canada, and Austria. Amazon Prime Day has since expanded in popularity. Last year, Prime deals were held in 18 countries including the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Spain, Singapore, Netherlands, Mexico, Luxembourg, Japan, Italy, India, Germany, Austria, France, China, Canada, Belgium, and Australia.
In 2017, Amazon also expanded Prime Day’s duration. It went from a 24-hour event to one that lasted for 30 hours. In 2018, Amazon expanded the holiday to 36 hours and in 2021 it lasted a full 48 hours.
Prime Day alternative sales
Prime Day isn’t the only major sale happening in October. Walmart and Target have announced Prime Day alternative sales that will kick off on or around Prime Day. Walmart’s Big Save event, for instance, will begin Sunday, October 11 at 7pm (ET) and last through Thursday, October 15.
We originally predicted that Walmart Plus would come into play during Prime Day, but a Walmart spokesperson tells Tom’s Guide that there are no Walmart Plus-specific deals planned for Walmart’s Big Save event.
Meanwhile, Target’s Deal Days event will run from October 13 through October 14. Unlike Walmart, Target hasn’t announced any specific deals, but it says consumers can expect to see double the amount of deals it offered during last year’s event.
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