Amazon's weekend deals are unreal—here's everything worth buying

Rudie Obias and Izabella Zaydenberg
·18 min read

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This weekend is jam-packed with sales! (Photo: Amazon)
This weekend is jam-packed with sales! (Photo: Amazon)

Excited for the weekend? Whether it’s the opportunity to kick back for a few days or the big game on Sunday that got you through the week, feel free to congratulate yourself: The next 48 hours are all yours.

One way to celebrate the start of a weekend? A great sale—and Amazon certainly didn’t disappoint. You can pick up everything you need to spruce up your home, wardrobe, even your mask collection, all on sale. It’s the best time to treat yourself, and you’ll save a few bucks while you’re at it, too.

And 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.)

Check out Amazon’s best weekend deals below:

TVs

Save 33 percent on this Insignia 24-inch Smart HD TV—Fire TV Edition. (Photo: Amazon)
Save 33 percent on this Insignia 24-inch Smart HD TV—Fire TV Edition. (Photo: Amazon)

Need a new TV? Amazon has this Insignia 24-inch Smart HD TV—Fire TV Edition on sale for just $100! The standout set delivers eye-popping colors and exceptional picture quality — both of which are rare in this price range. The audio, too, is top notch — and Alexa is included in its remote. So if you’re not a fan of endlessly scrolling through a grid of movie titles (and who is), you can just say, “Alexa, play Knives Out,” and she’ll make your wish come true.

“I am honestly very pleasantly surprised with how much I like this TV,” reports a satisfied Amazon shopper. “As far as clarity goes, I believe HD720p is plenty for this screen size. I’m a bit of a TV snob and the lower clarity is not noticeable in this size.”

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Smartphones and tablets

Save $50 on the Apple iPad Air. (Photo: Amazon)
Save $50 on the Apple iPad Air. (Photo: Amazon)

On sale for $549 (was $599), the new Apple iPad Air comes with a large 10.9-inch Retina Display (the standard version and the iPad have a 10.2-inch display) and 64GB of on-board storage and 3GB of memory—so it’s more powerful and speedier than previous models. In just about every way, it’s bigger, faster, sharper and sleeker too. There’s a reason why it’s called an iPad Air: It’s lightweight, coming in at about one pound. It truly hits the sweet spot between power and design.

“I love this iPad,” raved a delighted Amazon shopper. “It’s lightweight, easy to use and the battery is long lasting. After knowing all that it can do, it is very well worth the price. I am very happy with this purchase and it was delivered in a timely manner with no issues.”

Check out more tablet deals below:

Headphones

Save 40 percent on these Sony MDRZX110/BLK ZX Series Stereo Headphones. (Photo: Amazon)
Save 40 percent on these Sony MDRZX110/BLK ZX Series Stereo Headphones. (Photo: Amazon)

Sometimes you find a great pair of headphones at a great price — and sometimes you find a superior set at a massive discount. Case in point: these $12 Sony MDRZX110/BLK ZX Series Stereo Headphones which are 40 percent off. They’re wired with a nearly four-foot long cable and a 3.5mm headphone jack, and they offer impressive stereo sound.

“These are great headphones for music and movies,” wrote a satisfied shopper. “...I've never been bothered by outside noise—they’re comfortable, and the sound is of good quality.”

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Earbuds

Save 40 percent on these Aukey True Wireless Earbuds. (Photo: Amazon)
Save 40 percent on these Aukey True Wireless Earbuds. (Photo: Amazon)

On sale for $20 (was $50), these Aukey True Wireless Earbuds deliver premium audio with clear tones and punchy bass, and five hours of battery life per charge—plus the charging case lets you juice them up an additional four times for 25 hours of total playtime.

And Amazon shoppers are loving them. “Fantastic value for the money. They are very easy to use, battery life is good, you can use one or both at the same time, audio quality is good...They also don't fall out of my ears which I was concerned about. Honestly, these are above my expectations and I've very happy I bought them.”

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Work from home

Save $100 on the Apple MacBook Pro. (Photo: Amazon)
Save $100 on the Apple MacBook Pro. (Photo: Amazon)

Need raw power? This late-2020 Apple MacBook Pro (the one with the TouchBar) is now on sale for $1,399 — $100 off — at Amazon. It has a 13.3-inch LED Retina backlit display with a QHD+ resolution. It’s armed with Apple’s new M1 Chip processor with 8GB of memory and a whopping 512GB of on-board storage. This MacBook Pro also comes with two USB-C ports, a headphone jack and a large Force Touch trackpad. It’s ideal for professionals and creatives, alike.

“I primarily use my MacBook Pro for music production and performance. As such, Logic Pro and myriad amp models and plugins are constantly in use on my machine,” shared a savvy Amazon shopper.

“The M1 chip blows the Intel chips out of the water in terms of loading speed, battery life and ability to handle large Logic projects with dozens of tracks, plugins, software instruments and live recordings. Battery life has also seen a significant improvement over my 2020 Intel machine. I am not quite getting double the battery life, but it's not far off. This isn't a huge deal for me, as my machine is typically stationary and a charging cable is readily available, but for someone who needs the portability, the difference is substantial.”

The Apple MacBook Pro is back in stock on March 10, but you can pre-order it now to lock in the low sale price. Amazon will notify you when it ships.

Check out more work-from-home deals below:

Smart home

Save half on the Echo Show 5. (Photo: Amazon)
Save half on the Echo Show 5. (Photo: Amazon)

On sale for $45—down from $90—the Echo Show 5 has a compact, crisp five-inch smart-home display, so it’s perfect for a nightstand. This display can double as a digital alarm clock, with Alexa built-in. Amazon has a wide range of personalized clock faces to choose from, so you can bring a bit of personality to your space. The price is amazing—now’s your chance.

“This is the best alarm clock I've ever had,” wrote a delighted five-star reviewer. “The clock face is customizable and very easy to read from anywhere in the room. The screen has no distortion or discoloration...Perfect for checking the time in the middle of the night.”

It can even be used as a digital photo frame when not in use, thanks to Amazon Photos. And the Echo Show 5 is back in stock on February 18, but you can pre-order them now to lock in the low sale price. Amazon will notify you when they ship.

Check out more smart home deals below:

Robot vacuums

Save 33 percent on this Roborock E4 Robot Vacuum Cleaner. (Photo: Amazon)
Save 33 percent on this Roborock E4 Robot Vacuum Cleaner. (Photo: Amazon)

Want a robot vacuum for only $200? Right now, this Roborock E4 Robot Vacuum Cleaner is on sale for $200, or $100 off with on-page coupon at Amazon. That’s a 33 percent savings!

This robot vacuum is a fast mover with intelligent navigation that helps it route your home to clean all sorts of floors—including hardwood, carpet and tile—quickly and efficiently. It has a powerful suction that makes quick work of dust, pet hair, crumbs, and more—especially with its 200-minute running time per charge. This Roborock can be app-operated—and responds to voice controls, via Alexa and Google Assistant.

“I love this little guy!” shared a delighted pet owner. “I’m so happy I finally caved and got one for myself. I have six animals (two dogs, four cats) and felt like I was constantly sweeping the dang floors...Now, I just run this little dude when I get home from work. I’ve used a Roomba brand at my office and can say this one is way smarter, had better suction and a larger dustbin.”

Check out more robot vacuum deals below:

Video games

Save 58 on Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle for Nintendo Switch. (Photo: Amazon)
Save 58 on Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle for Nintendo Switch. (Photo: Amazon)

In this madcap crossover, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Yoshi join forces with four friendly Rabbids (from the hit gaming franchise Raving Rabbids) in an wacky and fun adventure to save all of the Mushroom Kingdom from chaos and danger when a group of not-so-friendly Rabbids invade and try to conquer.

The award-winning role-playing game Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle for the Nintendo Switch — for players ages 10 and up — finds Nintendo and game publisher Ubisoft join forces to deliver a wild co-op game that’s full of strategy and puzzles with new weapons and attacks that are fun for new and old Mario fans, alike.

“This game came far out of left field,” raved a delighted gamer. “Nevertheless, it's executed flawlessly. No RNG frustrations, no save scumming necessary. Lots of little nods to various Mario lore and history. Challenging scenarios, solid skill progression where I never felt over nor under-powered, and great artwork. The plot is horribly contrived but who cares. My three-year-old was riveted with every battle and she'd be the one composing the team...”

Right now, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is on sale for just $25, or $35 off on Amazon. That’s a whopping 58 percent off!

Check out more video game deals below:

Kitchen

Looks absolutely gorgeous on your kitchen counter. (Photo: Amazon)
Looks absolutely gorgeous on your kitchen counter. (Photo: Amazon)

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or pride yourself on being an at-home cook, you need an excellent knife set. This one includes six steak knives, a paring knife, a Santoku knife, utility knife and more, all in a gorgeous white.

“Love this knife set!” one shopper shared. “I’ve been looking for a set for awhile but didn’t want to spend over $100. These are quality, and have a good weight to them. They cut with ease. You get so many knives too and I love that it comes with a sharpening tool and scissors. The white looks so nice. Can’t say enough good things about this set.”

Check out more kitchen deals below:

Beauty

Healthy hair in a bottle. (Photo: Amazon)
Healthy hair in a bottle. (Photo: Amazon)

Battling thinning, dryness and frizz? This set helps hydrate and manage your locks, infusing it with the amino acids & proteolytic enzymes found in aloe vera. The result? Less hair trapped in your bathtub drain and a fuller, thicker mane.

“I love EVERYTHING about this awesome shampoo & conditioner,” one reviewer shared. “I do not have anymore dry patches on my scalp and no more frizz. My hair is now easy to manage and style. Also, my hair looks thicker.”

Check out more beauty deals below:

Style

You'll live in these leggings. (Photo: Amazon)
You'll live in these leggings. (Photo: Amazon)

Say hello to your new weekend — and let’s face it, everyday — uniform. These buttery-soft high-rise leggings are made of a plush “peachskin” fabric that shoppers can’t stop raving about. They’re stretchy and not at all see-through, so you can wear them to work out, lounge around the house, or head to the store. They’re Amazon’s No. 1 best-selling plus-size leggings (though they’re available in non-plus sizes as well).

One shopper shared: “I'm officially obsessed with these tights! I am ordering them in every color. They are seriously the softest fabric I have ever worn and they actually fit really well...They are so comfortable!”

Check out more style deals below:

Health and Wellness

Thousands of Amazon reviewers swear by these masks. (Photo: Amazon)
Thousands of Amazon reviewers swear by these masks. (Photo: Amazon)

Over 32,000 reviewers around the world rated these KN95 masks a perfect five stars — and for good reason. They’re lightweight, adjustable, and unlike many other masks, easily foldable. They’re perfect protection against dust and pollen, and the five-ply construction filters over 95 percent of airborne particles.

“I’m a teacher and with school starting back up soon I wanted to make sure I had good quality masks available,” one shopper says. “I thought these were breathable, formed a good fit around my face, and I was able to talk and be understood (which is a total win)! I went back and ordered a second set because of how impressed I was.”

Check out more health and wellness deals below:

Bedding and Mattresses

Makes a great V-day gift! (Photo: Amazon)
Makes a great V-day gift! (Photo: Amazon)

Nothing says ‘cozy night in’ like curling up under a cushy blanket. This adorable throw has the cozy appeal you’re craving. It’s made with plush microfiber fleece on one side and ultra-warm, luxe sherpa on the other. Keep it on the couch or on your bed for extra warmth.

“This blanket is so soft, warm, and just lovely,” one shopper gleefully reported. “It’s the perfect throw for a fall or winter evening. I bought it as a gift for my young son and he absolutely loved it. I have been asked (begged!, haha) to buy more for the rest of the men in the house, so will buy again!”

Check out more deals on bedding and mattress deals below:

Pets

Your cat will spend days perched in this tree. (Photo: Amazon)
Your cat will spend days perched in this tree. (Photo: Amazon)

Your cat deserves her own palace. Enter the genius cat tree. With multiple levels for playtime and relaxation, this version is like the Bellagio for cats. Big enough for multiple kitties to hang, it features sisal posts to save your upholstery, and faux fur for the sophistication and comfort Baxter craves. No wonder over 10,000 Amazon reviewers gave this tree a perfect five stars.

“I have three cats and three kittens and they ALL love the cat tree!” one shopper shared. “Even my big fat cat climbs to the very top and doesn't seem to mind his sides rolling off — because it's not made for a cat his size. But it works for a cat his size. My kittens will pile on top of each other sharing a space. They love the boxes and they love the spires. They use the scratching post parts too!”

Check out more pet deals below:

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

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