25 Best Prime Day Alternative Sales: Best Buy, Nordstrom, Target & More
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Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest online sales of the year, but there are plenty of other alternative sales to shop as well. Although Prime Big Deal Days 2023 will be held from Oct. 10-11, several retailers are offering competing sales, some of which run throughout the month.
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For bargain hunters who have been waiting all year to score deep discounts on essentials — and maybe even a few items worth splurging on — we’ve collected a list of some of the better Prime Day alternatives floating online.
See more below.
October Prime Day Competitors:Sales You Should Know About
Target: Customers can shop Target deals on thousands of items, including electronics, beauty, home, apparel, toys, food and beverage, plus BOGO deals and discounts on furniture, fashion, bedding and more.
Nordstrom: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ended in July, but the retailer is offering sales plenty of items including jackets and sweaters and more.
Walmart: Happy Walmart Holiday Deals Holiday kickoff! From Oct. 9-12, the retail giant will be launching tons of new rollbacks on thousands of items, which includes this Samsung’s Galaxy 4 watch on sale for $179 ($200 off). All customers can shop the sale at Walmart.com, but Walmart+ members get early access to other sales such as Black Friday/Cyber Monday. Shop early holiday deals here.
Kohl’s: Mix, match and save up during Kohl’s 3-day flash deal. Save 60% off luggage and travel gear, 50% off tech, 30% off toys and shoes and 40% off jacket and coats. The flash sale ends 10/11.
Best Buy: Looking for deals on electronics and appliances? Find them at a discount during Best Buy’s 48-hour flash sale! Save up to 1,000 on big-screen TVs, up to $130 on select Sony headphones, up to 40% on Insignia appliances and Google Nest smart home products. Shop sales on laptops, phones, TVs, speakers, appliances and more here.
Brooklinen: 15% off during the Surprise Sale. Offer ends 10/11.
Green Pan: 30-60% off sitewide.
Coach Outlet: Up to 70% off clearance items, plus an additional 15% off at the Coach Outlet. The limited deal ends on Oct. 11. Over at Coach, shoppers can save 50% on sale items — no promo code needed.
Dell: Limited offer! Save up to $600 off select laptops and PCs including Inspirion, XPS, Vostro and Alienware.
Nasty Gal: Save 50% off everything during the 48-hour sale.
Macy’s: Save up to 70% off Holiday Early Access sale (free shipping on $25+); and 50% off dresses, coats and jackets; 50-65% off fine jewerly; 50-60%off suits and 25-40% off beauty.
Sephora: Up to 30% off during the Sephora Savings Event; save up to 50% off hair care items on the Sephora app (offers ends 10/10).
Ulta: Save up to 50% off haircare essentials, tools and more during Ulta Beauty’s Fall Gorgeous Hair Event (offers ends 10/21).
NYX: Up to 30% off sitewide + two free gifts with purchase of $50+.
Saks 5th Avenue: Use code OCTGETSF for up to $250 off luxury brands such as Marni, Stella McCarney, MCM, Tory Burch, Dior, Rhude, Carolina Herrera, Ferragamo, Dolce & Gabanna, Off-White, Burberry, Givenchy, Zimmerman, Versace, and more.
GlassesUSA: 40% off sitewide + free prescription lenses.
Gap: Save up to 40% off select styles. You’ll also find up to 30% off at Old Navy (use code: HURRY), and an extra 40% off select markdowns at Athleta (use code: STOCKUP40).
Kate Spade Surprise: 30% off your purchase (use code: TAKE30).
Everlane: Save up to 50% off pants, dresses, shirts bags and more.
Wayfair: Save up to 60% during the 72-hour clearout sale.
Nike: Up to 60% off select styles (40% off sale items).
Reebok: Up to 60% off sitewide (offer ends 10/16).
REI: Up to 50% off Arbor, The North Face, Burton and more.
ASOS: Take an extra 30% off already discounted outlet items with code: SZNL.
H&M: Take 60% off select items.
With cozy season upon us, we dug up some of the deepest discounts on bedding, cookware and other items from some of the retailers listed above. Below, find a list of home deals on small appliances, kitchenware, furniture and other items to shop on sale.
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The viral Buffy Cloud Comforter is on sale! This breathable comforter is made from eucalyptus lyocell, which absorbs moisture fast than cotton, according to the product descriptions. The Cloud Comforter has a 4.8/5-star rating and 4 million views on TikTok.
Need new towels? Get Mainstay’s 18-pieces towel set for $19.99 at Walmart. The set is available in six colors including aqua, black, white, grey, blue shell and royal spice.
Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Digital Air Fryer
With multiple capabilities, the Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Digital Air Fryer can help you whip up breakfast, lunch, dinner and maybe event dessert.
Make it a grilling night! The summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean that outdoor parties and BBQs have to end (at least for now). Take an additional 15% off this Cuisinart Smokeless Grill when you use the code: SAVE (offer ends 10/11).
Valencia Pro Ceramic Nonstick Frypan Set
Price: $219.99 $99.99 (code: SAVE55)
Looking for pots and pans? The Valencia Pro Ceramic Nonstick Frypan Set from Green Pan includes 8-inch, 9-inch and 11-inch pans for $99. Shop cookware sets, bakeware, griddles and more on sale at Green Pan here.
Speaking of baking, you can save $170 on the coveted KitchenAid 5.5 Quart Mixer at Best Buy. The mixer comes in multiple colors including black matte, contour silver, ink blue and empire red.
Crockpot 4.5 Quart Manual Slow Cooker
Whip up chilis, soups, stews and more in this Crockpot 4.5-Quart Slow Cooker. The manual, slow cooker features three settings – high, low and warm – and it’s dishwasher and oven-safe.
Ten Strawberry Street Double Line Stoneware Dinner Set
This 4-piece dinnerware comes with a bowl, two plates and coffee mug for $38. The set is available in white, cobalt, emerald green, matte black, matte dark gray and seafoam green.
Dyson products can cost a pretty penny, but you can find affordable alternatives like this Wyze cordless stick vacuum. It scored a 4.0 customer rating at Walmart, and it’s marked down to $98 (reg. $199).
In the market for a new rug? This skeleton rug will look great with your Halloween decor, but if you’d like a wider selection, shop seasonal rugs, area rugs, Persian rugs, Bohemian rugs, runners and other styles as Ruggable. Save 15% when you buy two or more seasonal rugs (use code: BUNDLEUP23).
Shopping for a two-seater? Warm up your space with a cozy, velvet loveseat. This mid-century style sofa is perfect for small apartments, rooms, etc. (it measures 68.8 inches x 27.5 inches x 33 inches). Click here to shop throw blankets on sale.
