Here are today's 5 best Amazon deals — save up to 50% on summer essentials

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Save more than 40% on today's best Amazon deals. (Photo: Amazon)

It's about time to start dipping your toes in the pool — and Amazon has everything you need to kick off summer right at deep discounts! Whether you're looking for deals for yourself, or you're thinking of all the things you need for guests, Amazon is jam-packed with killer deals. Every single day our team scours the mega-site to put together a quick-and-dirty list of the top markdowns for you.

So what are the best Amazon deals right now? For a towel upgrade just in time for summer guests, the popular Dyna-Glo 36-Inch Vertical Charcoal Smoker is just $108. If you have grandkids coming to visit, keep 'em cool with a new kiddie pool for more than $40 off. Or maybe you want to get a new pair of earbuds without spending a ton — the True Wireless Earbuds are just $18!

If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $25 or more.)

Let's have a closer look at these stellar Amazon deals, shall we?

True Wireless Earbuds with Charging Case

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These earbuds are just $18! (Photo: Amazon)

Want wireless earbuds without the hefty price tag? The True Wireless Earbuds look nearly identical to Apple AirPods — and they're much, much cheaper. They're also available at a 40% discount at the moment. These Bluetooth earbuds sync up with your phone, so you can play your music and hold conversations hands-free. They also offer up to 40 hours of playtime. Once you're ready to recharge them, simply place the buds in their charging case — it's that simple!

"These earbuds are honestly amazing!" said a five-star fan. "They are unbelievably comfortable. You just head in the direction of your ear and it’s like they’re on autopilot, they just 'plop' on your ear, in the bowl part at the bottom of the ear. They don’t move, fall out twist or turn. I’ve slept in them every night and when I wake up, they’re still where I put them. ...Sound is great, bass is great."

$18 $30 at Amazon

Dyna-Glo 36-Inch Vertical Charcoal Smoker

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Bring on the meats! (Photo: Amazon)

There's no better way to take your outdoor cooking game to the next level than with a smoker. And, right now, the popular Dyna-Glo 36-Inch Vertical Charcoal Smoker is just $108! This smoker offers up 784 square inches of cooking space and four cooking grates, so you can get plenty of meat going at once. A built-in temperature gauge helps you see where things are at without you needing to open the door.

"One of the best smokers you can buy for the price," said a five-star fan. "I love all the racks. You can put so much in there. I was even able to smoke some incredible bacon-wrapped jalapenos. Just incredible."

$108 $120 at Amazon

Amazon Fire TV 65" Omni Series

It's a good time to cut the cord. (Photo: Amazon)
It's a good time to cut the cord. (Photo: Amazon)

If you're in the market for a TV, the Omni Series gives you an incredible viewing experience at an incredible price. With the 65-inch version you get access to every major streaming service, but it also includes hands-free Alexa operation. That means you can say things like, "Alexa, turn on the TV," or "Alexa, watch Survivor on Hulu," without ever touching the remote.

"Awesome television experience!!!" shared one happy TV watcher. "The TV has amazing picture quality. The sound is surprisingly good as well. If you use Alexa, you can’t go wrong with this television."

$500 $830 at Amazon

Hesung Inflatable Pool

Dip your toes in the water. (Photo: Amazon)
Dip your toes in the water. (Photo: Amazon)

Every backyard needs an inflatable pool. Whether it's a summer entertainment center you're looking for or you just need a place to dip your toes during a heat wave, you can't beat the deal on this Hesung number. It inflates in about three minutes, can handle up to two adults and four kids, and it's more than 50% off.

"My granddaughter loves this pool," wrote one cool grandparent. "I purchased this pool for when we babysit our granddaughter so we have something to do on a hot day. Easy to blow up with an air compressor and deflates quickly to store it. My granddaughter loves it, and I can get in there with her to cool off! I highly recommend the pool."

$42 $90 at Amazon

JBL Clip 4: Portable Speaker

Tunes to go. (Photo: Amazon)
Tunes to go. (Photo: Amazon)

If outdoor adventures are on your summer agenda, this portable speaker's carabiner is integrated into the unit's surrounding metal band, making it a perfect choice for more rugged pursuits like hiking or camping. Also a big help in the great outdoors? It's dust-proof.

As one fan put it: "This is a great-sounding JBL speaker. I use it while playing golf, riding bikes in the neighborhood or just sitting out on the back patio. The clip is a great feature. I would purchase again if needed."

$50 $80 at Amazon

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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