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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