How to Shop on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are quickly approaching, and the number of sales and deals you can find this year is dizzying.

Black Friday, which was once a one-day shopping event, has gradually morphed into a monthlong sales extravaganza. Everything from tech products to toys is getting marked down, and with so many attention-grabbing discounts, it's easy to feel bargain-hunting fatigue.

If you're already overwhelmed and have no idea where to shop, what to shop, or even if the deals this year are any good, we've got you covered. In this guide, we're sharing a few tips and tricks on how to shop Black Friday and Cyber Monday, along with our editors' picks for the best of the best products that are on super-sale right now. Keep calm and shop on!

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How to Find the Best Deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

There are several ways to approach finding deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Here are a few of our tried-and-true methods:

→ Find the MSRP and use Google Shopping to make price comparisons

If you're considering a specific brand and model, it's a good idea to first search for it on the manufacturer’s website to get the MSRP (or manufacter's suggested retail price). By doing this, you'll know the baseline price of the product without any sales promotions.

Then, on Google's Shopping page, search for the product to compare prices across retailers and see which ones are offering the best discounts.

If the prices across various retailers are pretty much the same, take into consideration what shipping will cost, any credit card cash-back rewards you might have for certain brands, or sitewide promo codes that are running for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

→ Use price-tracking browser extensions

Another easy way to know you're getting a good deal is by downloading a price-tracking or cash-back browser extension. It's worth doing this well before you plan to make a purchase, so you can research a product's price fluctuations over time.

• The Camelizer is an Amazon-specific extension that provides a detailed price history chart for any given item. You can also create watch lists to track specific items over time. If the sale price is consistent with the lowest tracked price, then it’s worth making that purchase ASAP.

• PayPal Honey automatically finds and applies discount codes for eligible products online. When the extension finds a coupon, exclusive deal, or cash-back opportunity on a certain product, it will pop up in the order of your browser window to alert you.

• Ratuken works similarly to PayPal Honey, in that it automatically searches for coupons and cash-back opportunities on every retailer page you visit.

→ Sign up for retailers' newsletters

If your inbox is already overflowing, we know that signing up for even more newsletters might not be your first choice. However, some retailers will give their newsletter subscribers early access to deals, secret promo codes, or first dibs on products that are likely to sell out fast. This is an especially smart move if you want to shop a small, direct-to-consumer brand that doesn't run sales very often.

Some brands will also send you text messages in addition to (or in lieu of) sales emails — this is called SMS marketing. While opting into these will let you know about a brand's flash sale as soon as it goes live, receiving constant texts can start to feel like spam very quickly, and we suggest proceeding with caution here.

The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals to Shop Now

There are lots of early Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals already going, so scroll on to see what deals you can shop in the lead up to those major sale days.

Appliance Deals

Ahead of the holidays, we could seriously use some new appliances to help us brew up some coffee before the big festivities get started, tackle Thanksgiving dinner, and of course, clean up afterward. We’ve found quite a few home and kitchen appliances that could prove incredibly useful this holiday season — and save you some money.

Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven

3.5-Cup Food Chopper

Nutri Pro Compact Personal Blender

EZ Robot Vacuum with Self-Empty Base

Barista System Coffee and Espresso Machine

Barista System Coffee and Espresso Machine

Espresso Machine with Milk Frother Steam Wand

Opal 2.0 Nugget Ice Maker

Premium Airfryer XXL

Espresso Machine with Milk Frother Steam Wand

Premium Airfryer XXL

Roomba i4+ EVO Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum

Tech Deals

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all of the Black Friday deals happening and aren’t sure where to start, we’d recommend kicking off your shopping (and savings) with tech products. Right now, you can score awesome deals on major tech products like TVs, tablets, and laptops for less, along with accessories like phone cases and crossbodies, memory cards, and more.

Chromebook C424

Fire TV 55-Inch 4-Series 4K UHD Smart TV

IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch

iPad (9th Generation)

Elite 4 Active Wireless Earbuds

64GB Extreme SDXC UHS-I Memory Card

Pro 4 Spotlight Camera

HT-A5000 Dolby Atmos Soundbar

AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

Galaxy A54 5G Smart Phone

Pixel 7a

Tone Free FP5 Wireless Earbuds

SRS-XE300 Bluetooth Speaker

Studio Pro Wireless Headphones

Soundbar and Wireless Subwoofer

Essential Indoor Security Camera

128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card

Fitness Deals

Right now, you can save up to a major 50% off on all sorts of fitness products from Amazon to Lululemon to REI. Whether you’re looking for a new pair of running shoes that won’t break the bank, an under-desk treadmill so you can create your own ”cozy cardio” routine like you’ve probably seen on TikTok, or a sleek Fitbit to help you keep tabs on your health and fitness, there are Black Friday fitness deals galore.

The Mat 5mm Made With FSC-Certified Rubber

Luxe Fitness and Wellness Tracker

Blissfeel 2 Women's Running Shoe

Series 3 Max With Laser Rangefinder

Revolution 6 Men’s Road Running Shoes

Align High-Rise 28-Inch Pant

REI Co-op Outward Hammock

P1 Folding Treadmill

Women's Half Zip Pullover Sweatshirt

Under-Desk Treadmill

Deals for Parents

Right now, we’re seeing lots of Black Friday deals on some of our favorite gear for parents, including jogging strollers, baby monitors, bassinets, and more. Plus, you can get ahead on holiday shopping with deals on toys, like the 2023 Barbie DreamHouse, which we named Playhouse of the Year in our Toy of the Year awards for 2023.

Urban Glide 2 Jogging Stroller

Dreamhouse 2023

Pro Complete Monitoring System

Evolution Wrap Baby Carrier

Scrabble Junior: Disney Junior Edition Board Game

Soothing Motions Bassinet

Stride Hospital-Grade App-Controlled Breast Pump

KeyFit 30 ClearTex Infant Car Seat and Base

Christmas Pajama Set

The Game of Life: Super Mario Edition Board Game

Travel Light Playard with Mesh Zipper Door

Baby Shark Sing-Alongs Book

Home Deals

You can score up to 58% off home finds, like candles, blankets, decor, organizers, and way more. Plus, you can even help the college student on your list by grab some dorm supplies, like these collapsible storage bins from Amazon that are nearly 50% off.

66-Foot 200 LED Christmas String Lights

Plush Sherpa Bed Blanket

MYair Purifier 2-Pack

Cooling Shredded Memory Foam Queen Pillow 2-Pack

Autumn Wreath 20-Ounce Signature Large Candle Jar

6 Pack Storage Containers

Fridge Organizers 14-Pack

Cooling Bed Pillows 2-Pack

White Tinsel Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree

Refrigerator Organizer Bins

Fashion Deals

Those shopping for a fashionista are in luck because there are already some hot deals happening on super chic fashion items now. Save some coin on a pair of Uggs, invest in an incredibly comfy pajama set that’s nearly $100 off, or snag a deal on *the* Marc Jacobs Tote Bag from Amazon.

Unisex Baya Lined Fuzz Strap Clogs

Small Travel Tote Bag

Lounge Playsuit

Pillow Slippers

Short Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set

Women's Koola Short Fashion Boot

Beauty Deals

This Black Friday, we’re very much looking forward to snagging discounts on our favorite skincare, along with hair tools, skincare devices, and nail kits we’ve had sitting in our cart. This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we’re seeing exciting deals from brands like Cosrx, Dyson, Foreo, and more.

Gel Bead Face Mask

Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence

Blow Out Freak One-Step Volumizer and Hair Dryer

Supersonic Hair Dryer

Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush

Hair Scalp Massager

Facial Cleansing Brush

Drying Lotion

Ruby Red Gel Manicure Kit

Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush

Drying Lotion

Bye Acne Spot Treatment

Hair Scalp Massager

Facial Cleansing Brush

Luxury Face Cream

Dip Powder Set

Travel Deals

Whether you’ll be traveling for the holiday season and could use some new luggage before jetting off or you’re shopping for an avid traveler who could benefit from a pack of AirTags or a new set of wireless earbuds, there are plenty of travel-centric deals you can claim right now. Scroll on to shop some of our favorites from Amazon.

QuietComfort Earbuds II

Vienna Hardside Luggage 3-Piece Set

Rambler 10-Ounce Wine Tumbler

Bluetooth 5.0 Music Receiver

AirTag 4 Pack

Large Toiletry Bag

Classic Trigger-Action Travel Mug

Hard-Side Luggage 3-Piece Set

Travel Toiletry Bag

Classic Legendary Food Jar

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