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There Are Thousands of Amazon Black Friday Deals. Our Experts Handpicked the Very Best.

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Although Black Friday is, traditionally, just the day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday sales have been humming along for over a week. Amazon’s Black Friday sale was one of the earliest to start, with thousands of on-sale items in just about every category—including home, style, tech, and toys.

But the truth is that most discounts simply aren’t worth it.

That’s why we’re sifting through all of the promised price cuts at Amazon’s Black Friday sale to find the real deals on Wirecutter’s expert-recommended items that are actually worth your hard-earned money.

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Apple deals

The fastest editing laptop, the Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, M4 Pro, 2024).
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Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 2024, 16-inch, 24 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $2,200; street price: $2,450

What we like: Our top pick in our guide for the best laptops for video and photo editing. Fastest editing laptop we've tested thanks to the M4 Pro. Delivered impressive battery life of 17.5 hours in our testing. Large, 16.2-inch screen offers bright images and has great contrast.

Other things to know: Crunches through video with the power of a desktop computer. If you work with extremely large files or work in ultra time-critical environments, you can upgrade to the M4 Max, but the M4 Pro is more than enough for all but the most extreme situations. Heavy, at 4.7 pounds. Lacks a USB-A port. First notable price drop since this laptop became a pick.

Read more: The Best Laptops for Video and Photo Editing

Apple iPad Air (13-inch, M2, 256 GB) — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $800; street price: $850

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best tablet. Speedy performance with the M2 processor and more base storage. Offers a 13-inch size that's ideal size for watching movies, playing games, or editing videos while you’re traveling. The 2732×2048 display is higher res and slightly brighter than that of the 11-inch model.  Marked improvements over the base iPad without costing as much as an iPad Pro.

Other things to know: Does not have the iPad Pro's 120 Hz OLED screen, FaceID, and a few other features. Compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard, and Smart Keyboard Folio. Deal for the 13-inch size with 256 GB of internal storage.

Read more: The iPad Is the Best Tablet

Apple Watch Series 10 (42 mm, Cellular, Aluminum Case, Sport Band) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $430; street price: $500

What we like: Our top pick for the best smartwatch for iPhone users with added cellular connectivity. Offers the best combination of style, health and fitness features, app selection, battery life, and price of any smartwatch for any platform. Apple’s thinnest smartwatch ever.

Other things to know: Cellular connectivity is unnecessary for most people and requires a monthly data plan, but it's the first big drop in price we've seen so far. Also offers two temperature sensors, car-crash detection, emergency SOS, an always-on display, sleep apnea detection, and faster charging than previous models. Doesn't support Apple’s blood oxygen measurement. 42 mm silver case available with the black, pink, and blue Sport Band.

Read more: The Apple Watch Is the Best Smartwatch for iPhone Owners

Apple Watch Series 10 (42 mm, Aluminum Case, Sport Loop) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $330; street price: $380

What we like: Our top pick for the best smartwatch for iPhone users. Offers the best combination of style, health and fitness features, app selection, battery life, and price of any smartwatch for any platform. Apple’s thinnest smartwatch ever. Comes in two sizes.

Other things to know: Great for buyers upgrading from an older Apple Watch. Includes two temperature sensors, car-crash detection, emergency SOS, an always-on display, sleep apnea detection, and faster charging than previous models. Doesn't support Apple’s blood oxygen measurement featured on older models.

Read more: The Apple Watch Is the Best Smartwatch for iPhone Owners

Apple Watch Series 10 (46 mm, Aluminum Case, Sport Band) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $360; street price: $415

What we like: The larger size of our top pick for the best smartwatch for iPhone users. Offers the best combination of style, health and fitness features, app selection, battery life, and price of any smartwatch for any platform. Apple’s thinnest smartwatch ever. Comes in two sizes.

Other things to know: Great for buyers upgrading from an older Apple Watch. Includes two temperature sensors, car-crash detection, emergency SOS, an always-on display, sleep apnea detection, and faster charging than previous models. Doesn't support Apple’s blood oxygen measurement featured on older models. 46 mm version available in jet black, rose gold, and silver case with denim band. Smaller 42 mm version also on sale.

Read more: The Apple Watch Is the Best Smartwatch for iPhone Owners

Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation, 40 mm, Aluminum Case, Sport Loop) — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $150; street price: $230 (40 mm)

What we like: Our budget pick for the best smartwatch for iPhone owners. Performs most of the same Apple Watch-y functions as more expensive models, including push notifications, heart-rate monitoring, and crash detection. Water-resistant up to 50 meters.

Other things to know: Lacks premium features. Deal is for the GPS-enabled model with 40 mm face size, aluminum case, and sport loop.

Read more: The Apple Watch Is the Best Smartwatch for iPhone Owners

Apple AirTag Bluetooth Tracker (4-Pack) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $73; street price: $100

What we like: Our top Bluetooth tracker pick for iPhone users. Also recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Impressively accurate in pinpointing an item’s precise location. Leverages Apple’s extensive Find My network. Can swap in a new battery as needed. Water-resistant.

Other things to know: Doesn’t have any way to ring your phone. Cannot attach to your stuff directly. Cannot be shared with another person. Sales on four-packs typically offer the best price per tracker but we've seen better deals in recent months.

Read more: The Best Bluetooth Tracker

Apple Pencil (1st Generation) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $60; street price: $100

What we like: The best stylus for drawing on entry-level iPads. Lightweight and comfortable. Deft enough for professional illustration and calligraphy. Pressure sensitivity for precision line control.

Other things to know: Only works with iPads introduced since 2015. Does not wirelessly charge like 2nd Gen Apple Pencil. 1-year Apple warranty.

Read more: The Best Stylus for Your iPad

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $80; street price: $90

What we like: Our top pick for the best stylus for drawing on higher-end iPads. Offers best-in-class accuracy and speed. Features pressure sensitivity along with tilt recognition and palm rejection. Charges magnetically through your iPad. Offers a convenient double-tapping feature.

Other things to know: Only compatible with the iPad Pro or iPad Air that has a USB-C port, but not the most recent 10th generation iPad. If you don’t plan on drawing regularly on your iPad, one of our other picks would be better and cheaper.

Read more: The Best Stylus for Your iPad

Anker PowerWave Magnetic 2-in-1 Apple Charging Stand — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $24; street price: $40

What we like: Our budget Apple wireless charging station pick. Sleek, streamlined look with a sturdy base. Angle-adjustable. Backed by Anker’s 18-month warranty.

Other things to know: Lacks an Apple Watch charger. Slightly less powerful than our top pick, but about half the cost. Comes with a USB-C cable.

Read more: The Best Apple Wireless Charging Stations for Multiple Devices

Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M2, 128 GB) — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $500; street price: $570

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best tablet. Speedy performance with the M2 processor and more base storage. Offers a 2360×1640-resolution LCD screen, which produces bright colors and sharp images. Marked improvements over the base iPad without costing as much as an iPad Pro.

Other things to know: 128 GB internal storage. Does not have the iPad Pro's 120 Hz OLED screen, FaceID, and a few other features. Compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard, and Smart Keyboard Folio.

Read more: The iPad Is the Best Tablet

Kindle deals

Amazon Kindle (2024) — Upcoming Pick
Amazon deal price: $85; street price: $110

What we like: Our upcoming top pick for the best e-reader for most people. Affordable price, portability, bright display, 16 GB of base storage, and USB-C charging compatibility check the most important boxes. Pocketable 6-inch display. Excellent battery life. USB-C support.

Other things to know: Not waterproof. More expensive than previous entry-level Kindles. Lockscreen has ads. Recycled plastic body scratches easily—protecting your Kindle with a case is a good idea. Downloading EPUB files requires some extra steps. One-year warranty.

Read more: The Best E-Reader

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024, 16 GB) — Upcoming Pick
Amazon deal price: $130; street price: $160

What we like: Our upcoming upgrade e-reader pick. Worth upgrading to if you want a bigger screen for reading more text at a time, if you want to adjust the color temperature as well as the lighting, and if you do a lot of reading at the beach or by a pool.

Other things to know: 2024 price hikes are irritating, especially considering that Amazon declined to include long-requested features such as physical page-turn buttons in this upgrade. Deal for the ad-supported model with 16 GB of storage.

Read more: The Best E-Reader

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Phone and tablet deals

A Google Pixel 9 Pro smartphone laying face up on an orange background.
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Google Pixel 9 Pro (128 GB, Unlocked) — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $800; street price: $1,000 (deal on black and white)

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best Android smartphone. Offers a brighter screen, more RAM, a 5x telephoto lens, a better selfie camera, a longer lasting battery and more AI features than the Pixel 9, our top pick.

Other things to know: Security updates promised through fall 2031. Deal on black, hazel and white colors. 128 GB, unlocked.

Read more: The Best Android Phones

Google Pixel Tablet (128 GB, Tablet Only) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $280; street price: $360

What we like: Our top pick for the best Android tablet. Has a long-lasting battery and Google’s latest processor, which allows it to capably handle gaming, streaming media, and light work tasks. Its 5,000 mAh battery lasts days on a charge and can draw power from USB-C .

Other things to know: System updates through 2026 and security updates through 2028. Stylus support is limited. 11-inch LCD screen has a resolution of 2560×1600. Deal for the tablet only without the speaker dock, which we normally recommend.

Read more: The Best Android Tablets

Amazon Fire HD 8 Android Tablet (12th Gen, 2024, 32 GB) — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $55; street price: $100

What we like: The latest version of our budget Android tablet pick. Same 8-inch display, MediaTek processor, and 13-hour battery life as our current pick. More RAM and a higher-resolution rear-facing camera sensor than its predecessor.

Other things to know: Ad-supported lockscreen. Running multiple apps, content-heavy websites, or high-resolution games can cause lagging and freezing. Deal price is for the tablet with 32 GB storage, but if you need more, the 64 GB model is an extra $30.

Read more: The Best Android Tablets

TV, home video, and streaming deals

A Hisense U7N Series TV with a scenic mountain view on the screen.
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Hisense U7N Series LCD/LED TV (55-Inch) — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $480; street price: $650

What we like: The 55-inch size of our budget LCD/LED TV pick. Has a lower price point than our top pick while offering a similar level of quality and almost identical features. Dispels a fair amount of screen reflections. Runs on Google TV, our favorite smart-TV platform.

Other things to know: Brightness and black-level performance isn't as good as our top pick's. As with most LCD TVs, not the best horizontal viewing angles. Looks better with 4K HDR video than it does with lower-resolution sources. We disliked the flimsy stand design.

Read more: The Best LCD/LED TV

Hisense U8N Series LCD/LED TV (55-Inch) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $650; street price: $850

What we like: Our top LCD/LED TV pick. Equipped with all the advanced technologies we look for. Delivers a great picture at a reasonable price. Runs on Google TV, our favorite smart-TV platform. 120 Hz refresh rate, low input lag, and dual HDMI 2.1 inputs mean it’s great for gaming.

Other things to know: As with most LCD TVs, you don’t get the best horizontal viewing angles. Best for playing 4K HDR content. Doesn’t do as good a job of upconverting lower-resolution video. Deal for the 55-inch size.

Read more: The Best LCD/LED TV

Samsung QN90D Series LCD/LED TV (65-Inch) — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $1,500; street price: $2,100

What we like: Our upgrade LCD/LED TV pick. One of the best options you can buy, with more color volume, better viewing angles, superior audio performance, lower input lag, and more HDMI 2.1 inputs than other TVs we tested. Consistent performance across sizes. An excellent choice for gamers who use multiple consoles. Sleek and lightweight yet solid build.

Other things to know: Doesn't support Dolby Vision HDR. Not as bright as our top pick, but brighter than our budget pick. Samsung’s Tizen Smart Hub is fine, but overdesigned.

Read more: The Best LCD/LED TV

Roku Streaming Stick 4K — Runner-Up
Amazon deal price: $29; street price: $39

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best media streaming device. Supports almost every major service. Clean, simple interface. Affordable 4K resolution. Draws power from your TV’s USB port.

Other things to know: More limited search and discovery features than our top pick. Aging, but still a solid deal.

Read more: The Best Media Streaming Devices

Xgimi MoGo 2 Portable Mini Projector — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $230; street price: $300

What we like: Our budget portable mini projector pick. Good image brightness and above-average sound for the price. Built-in streaming services and speakers. USB-C charging port. Bluetooth audio support. Minimal fan noise. Compact and easy to set up.

Other things to know: No built-in battery. Black levels could be better. Limited to 720p and not intended for high-definition movie watching or gaming. HDR function can't be turned off while using built-in Android TV streaming apps.

Read more: The Best Portable Mini Projector

Nebula Mars 3 Air Portable Mini Projector — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $420; street price: $600

What we like: Our top portable mini projector pick. 1080p projector that offers good image brightness and contrast with above-average sound and easy setup. Runs off an internal battery for true portability (up to 3.5 hours of runtime in our tests). Uses the Google TV streaming platform, which is our favorite.

Other things to know: Uses a standard DC power port that requires an external power brick. Lacks USB-C port. The awkwardly designed underside limits the tripods and mounts it can attach to. Isn’t made for big-screen movie watching and isn't ideal for serious gaming.

Read more: The Best Portable Mini Projector

BenQ HT2060 Projector — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $800; street price: $1,000

What we like: Our top pick for the best budget projector around $1,000. Produces a bright, rich-looking image with more accurate color than most competitors can offer at this price point. Long-lasting LED light source operates quietly and won’t need to be replaced. Easy to set up. Robust speaker.

Other things to know: Lacks built-in streaming apps and Bluetooth support. Two HDMI 2.0 inputs. Biggest potential drawback is that the single-DLP-chip design can produce a visible rainbow effect for some viewers.

Read more: The Best Budget Projector for a Home Theater

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Earbuds and headphones deals

Our pick for best concert earplugs, the Loop Experience 2 earplugs in rose gold.
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Loop Experience 2 Earplugs — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $28; street price: $35

What we like: Our top earplugs pick for concerts. Easy to put in. Comfortable to wear for extended periods. The only universal-fit (aka musician-style) earplugs that all of our testers said they would be happy to use regularly. Comes with four pairs of tips to provide a secure fit for most ear shape.

Other things to know: Noise reduction rating of 12 dB. No universal-fit earplugs will reduce different sounds as evenly as a custom-designed set. Manufacturer suggests replacing ear tips about every three to six months.

Read more: The Best Earplugs for Concerts

FiiO FH5s Wired Earbuds — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $180; street price: $225

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best wired earbuds offering the best sonic performance under $250. Look, feel, and sound like high-end earbuds. Semi-open design with rear vents that relieve pressure build up in the ear canal, with minimal sound leakage.

Other things to know: Larger design may be uncomfortable for people with sensitive ears. Detachable cable doesn't have a mic.

Read more: The Best Wired Earbuds

Sony WH-1000XM5 Bluetooth Wireless Headphones — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $300; street price: $330

What we like: Our upgrade Bluetooth wireless headphones pick. Extremely comfortable, sounds great, suited for a variety of uses. Battery life is a solid 24 hours. Physical and touch-based controls are more intuitive than those of our top pick.

Other things to know: Only mild improvements over its predecessor. Can't adjust ANC level. Need to tweak the EQ to make them sound as good as possible. We expected to see a better price during Black Friday, but that's unlikely to happen.

Read more: The Best Bluetooth Wireless Headphones

Linsoul Tin HiFi T4 Wired Earbuds — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $79; street price: $99

What we like: Our top wired earbuds pick if you like a balanced, neutral sound. Good for all types of music. Sturdy cable is likely to survive the rigors of daily usage. Comfortable design, and package includes seven sets of ear tips to help you find a good fit.

Other things to know: Don’t sound quite as spacious as a vented pair of earbuds. Lacks a built-in remote and microphone, but because it’s detachable, you can swap in a different cable if you need those features. Clip on-page coupon for natural aluminum finish.

Read more: The Best Wired Earbuds

MEE Audio M6 Pro 2nd Generation Wired Earbuds — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $30; street price: $50

What we like: Another good pair of wired earbuds for musicians on a budget who need to monitor themselves on stage or while recording. Sound is composed of forward highs and lows that are emphasized in a way that sounds unnatural for casual listening. Sweat-resistant. Replaceable cable.

Other things to know: Not ideal for those looking for earbuds for casual enjoyment. Clear is on sale.

Read more: The Best Wired Earbuds

Audio deals

The black, cylindrical-shaped Sonos Era 100.
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Sonos Era 100 Speaker — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $200; street price: $250

What we like: A top pick for great-sounding speakers from our guide to building a multiroom wireless speaker system. Produces a full, well-balanced sound and fits nicely in any room. Offers support for about 130 streaming services. Supports Bluetooth, AirPlay, and Alexa voice control.

Other things to know: Sonos app can be glitchy and its own voice-control compatibility is limited. Difficult to add external, non-AirPlay-enabled audio players to the system. A set of two speakers is also on sale for $374.

Read more: How to Build the Best Multiroom Wireless Speaker System for You

Klipsch The One Plus Bluetooth Speaker — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $200; street price: $250

What we like: Our top home Bluetooth speaker pick. Small and simple. Produces a room-filling sound and a surprisingly satisfying amount of bass. Has tasteful styling that should please everyone. Even more sleek and simple than previous models, and adds a USB-C digital input. The app gives you a three-band equalizer to fine-tune the sound quality.

Other things to know: Does not have a play/pause button on the unit itself; you have to control playback through your Bluetooth source device.

Read more: The Best Home Bluetooth Speaker

1Mii B03 Bluetooth Transmitter — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $55

What we like: Our top pick for the best Bluetooth transmitter for your TV. A more permanent setup to transmit audio wirelessly. Features good audio quality, aptX Low Latency, support for up to two pairs of headphones, and a receiver mode. Optical digital-audio input and output so you can pass audio through to a soundbar, an AV receiver, or powered speakers.

Other things to know: Larger than our portable pick and lacks a battery, but we don’t think those drawbacks are huge concerns for a home-based transmitter.

Read more: The Best Bluetooth Transmitters for Home and Portable Use

WiiM Pro Plus Music Streamer — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $175; street price: $219

What we like: Our top pick for the best music streamer. Offers stable performance, a wide variety of features for audiophiles and casual music fans, and a quick and easy setup.

Other things to know: Remote requires two AAA batteries which are not included. Easy-to-use app. Compatible with most music streaming services, but not with Apple Music. Multitude of input/output connections, and can handle high-res audio.

Read more: The Best Music Streamer

Tribit StormBox Mini Portable Bluetooth Speaker — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $24; street price: $29

What we like: Our budget pick portable Bluetooth speaker. Sounds fuller and costs less than our previous budget pick. Impressive offering of features for a budget price, like multicolor lights that pulse in time with the music

Other things to know: IPX7 rating, which means it's not dustproof. Battery life is a little lacking at only 9.5 hours on a charge. Deal available in black. Prime membership required.

Read more: The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker

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Computer and networking deals

The Eero 6, our budget pick for the best Wi-Fi router.
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Eero 6 Wi-Fi Router — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $70; street price: $90

What we like: Our budget Wi-Fi router pick for smaller homes. Smoothly delivers solid internet performance even while several people are using it simultaneously. Easy to set up. Compact. Expandable with Eero extenders, Amazon Echo Dot speakers, or additional Eero routers.

Other things to know: Also our top mesh-networking system pick. Slower overall than our top pick for heavy downloaders and gamers. Most suitable if you’re subscribed to a low- to mid-tier internet plan (under 500 Mbps). Only has two Ethernet ports.

Read more: The Best Wi-Fi Routers

Eero 6+ Wi-Fi Mesh-Networking Kit (3-Pack of Routers) — Worth Considering
Amazon deal price: $195; street price: $270

What we like: Another good mesh-networking kit worth considering if you have a faster internet plan and want additional wired connections. An upgraded and more expensive version of our top pick with higher top speeds. Two Ethernet ports per node. Wired ports also allow you to use the Eero 6+ routers as wired extenders.

Other things to know: The premium price might be worth it if you’re on an internet plan that’s faster than 700 Mbps, or if you have Ethernet pre-wired in your home to connect the Eero 6+ routers together. Deal price for three routers.

Read more: The Best Wi-Fi Mesh-Networking Systems

Home deals

The Levoit Vital 200S in white with a black border.
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Levoit Vital 200S Air Purifier — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $150; street price: $185

What we like: Our air purifier pick with good performance and more flexibility. Excelled in our smoke tests. Highly efficient and very quiet on its lower, everyday fan settings. Four fan speeds offer a bit more flexibility. You can darken the display shutoff while the air purifier is still running.

Other things to know: The medium-high setting approaches our 50-decibel limit on acceptable noise. Our long-term test unit is performing without any issues, making us confident in its durability. Deal on white.

Read more: The Best Air Purifier

Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $126; street price: $150

What we like: Our pick for an exceptional air purifier with a brutalist (or, if you prefer, minimalist) design. Venerable model with years of proven reliability. Performs similarly to the top-pick Coway Mighty, and usually costs less up front.

Other things to know: No display shutoff except in lowest-purification sleep mode. Slightly elevated electrical use and larger visual footprint compared to our top pick. Deal available in charcoal gray color.

Read more: The Best Air Purifier

Steelcase Karman Office Chair — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $804; street price: $950

What we like: Another good option in our guide for the best office chairs. Lightweight. Comfortable, cool, and supportive to sit in. Solid frame and scalloped seat design. The same flexible reclining experience as our top pick, the Steelcase Gesture, but costs much less.

Other things to know: Comes with fewer adjustments overall than the Gesture. Can purchase with height-adjustable or four-way adjustable armrests, as well as optional added lumbar support. Rubberized seat frame may annoy people who like to sit cross-legged.

Read more: The Best Office Chairs

Black+Decker Allure Professional Steam Iron D3030 — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $36; street price: $45

What we like: Our top clothing iron pick is an extremely good and affordable iron. Creates strong whooshes of steam. Stainless steel plate glides smoothly across a variety of fabrics. Handle is comfortable to hold and use. Manufacturer offers a two-year warranty and great customer service.

Other things to know: Used to be our budget pick, but after performing so reliably for nearly a decade, we think it’s the best value for most people. Even though the heating element in our first test unit broke after about a year, we easily traded it in for a replacement, thanks to its two-year warranty.

Read more: The Best Clothing Iron

Urpower 2nd Gen 300ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $22; street price: $28

What we like: Our top essential oil diffuser pick. Produces a strong stream of mist, lasts longer between refills, looks better, costs less, and has a smaller footprint than similar competitors. Last up to seven hours and has a timer function for one, two, or three hours. Lights up in seven colors.

Other things to know: Lid can be a little tricky to take on and off the base. Makes a loud beep sound when it shuts off. On sale in white with clipped on-page coupon.

Read more: The Best Essential Oil Diffusers

Simplehuman In-Cabinet Trash Can — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $21; street price: $30

What we like: Our pick for the best small kitchen trash can. Sits securely on a cabinet door and frees up space in a snug kitchen. 10-liter fits 2.6-gallon trash bags or regular plastic grocery bags. Has a lid to contain odors.

Other things to know: Best suited to small households or those who take their garbage out frequently.

Read more: The Best Kitchen Trash Can

Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $142; street price: $180

What we like: Our top pick for the best air purifier. Efficient and affordable. Delivered one of the best cleaning performances of any purifier we tested. Minimal setup and upkeep. Runs quiet and dark, with low operating costs. Perfect for bedrooms, playrooms, and living rooms.

Other things to know: We recommend keeping the machine on the medium setting, which is quiet, energy-efficient, and effective. Accepts third-party replacement filters easily. Available in white or black. Street price has risen over the past year.

Read more: The Best Air Purifier

Gorilla Grip Cat Litter Trapping Mat (Large) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $20

What we like: Our top pick for the best cat litter mat. Traps fine-grain scattered litter particles well. More comfortable for cat paws than most other mats we tested. Comes in over a dozen colors and seven sizes.

Other things to know: Mat's tight coils make it harder to clean gunk and liquid than most others we tested. We've seen a few reviews complaining of durability and lack of skid resistance. Lightning deal for the large (35-by-23-inch) size in gray.

Read more: The Best Cat Litter Mat

Wonder Creature Cat Water Fountain — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $18; street price: $23

What we like: Our budget pet fountain pick. The plastic tank and dishwasher-safe stainless steel upper dish are of decent quality for the price. A helpful LED shows when the tank is running low. Main parts easily unscrew for cleaning. Has a versatile trio of flow patterns.

Other things to know: Not as loud as others in the same price range, but not as quiet as our other picks. The instructions leave out some important details, but we appreciated the general simplicity of this fountain’s construction.

Read more: The Best Water Fountain for Cats and Dogs

Delta 5-Setting Showerhead 52535 — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $48

What we like: Our top showerhead pick. Surprisingly satisfying, pleasurable, and an outstanding value. Built to last. Easy to install. Useful settings like rain-shower and rinsing spray. Pause function helps save water. Matches nearly any bathroom decor.

Other things to know: Like all fixed models, it's less versatile than a handheld showerhead. If you have small children or pets that require frequent cleaning, a combination model like our upgrade pick will make that easier. On sale in chrome finish.

Read more: The Best Showerhead

Petlibro Granary Smart Camera Feeder — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $100; street price: $125

What we like: Our top automatic pet feeder pick. Best portion control for both large and small kibble sizes. Easy to program, owing to Petlibro’s Wi-Fi–enabled app. Stops most creatures from stealing extra food. Comes with a built-in camera, so you can spy on your animal when they eat.

Other things to know: The camera isn’t necessary for the feeder to work well, and it adds to the cost. More tech can also mean more issues. As with any camera-enabled device, there are potential risks. Deal on white. Use code TECHDEALS25 when purchasing from Chewy.

Read more: The Best Automatic Pet Feeder

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Home security deals

Our wired doorbell camera pick, the Google Nest Doorbell.
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Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $100; street price: $165

What we like: Our top smart doorbell camera pick. Most accurate at distinguishing different types of motion and when restricting alerts using activity zones to monitor specific areas. Sends fast alerts. Captures clear audio and video. Our only pick to offer free cloud storage (up to three hours).

Other things to know: Nest Aware subscription ($8 per month or $80 per year) required for storing recordings up to 30 days. Familiar Face Detection doesn't always identify faces accurately. Uses the Google Home app. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

Read more: The Best Smart Doorbell Camera

Eufy Security Video Doorbell S220 (Battery-Powered) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $100; street price: $180

What we like: Our top pick for the best battery-operated smart doorbell camera. Solid performance with exceptional battery life. Sharp 2K image with local or cloud storage options. (Cloud offers 30 days of history for $3 per month or $30 per year, per camera.)

Other things to know: Matches low. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Recordings are limited to 60 seconds. Gaps between recordings can last around 8 seconds. Includes Eufy HomeBase.

Read more: The Best Smart Doorbell Camera

Eufy Indoor Cam C120 Security Camera — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $28; street price: $38 

What we like: Our top indoor security camera pick. Offers sharp image, four choices for video storage, and continuous recording. Can distinguish between motions and sounds. Costs less than other options with similar features.

Other things to know: Compatible with Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant. Delivers 2K images while viewing live or recording to a microSD card, but downgrades to 1080p when storing on NAS devices and in the cloud. Eufy has had security issues in the past.

Read more: The Best Indoor Security Camera

Ring Alarm 5-Piece Home Security System Kit (2nd Generation) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $120; street price: $200

What we like: Our pick for a DIY home security system. Easy to setup and use. Compatible with a large selection of inexpensive add-ons like sensors and cameras. Contract-free 24/7 monitoring and customer service. Works with Amazon Alexa and Ring.

Other things to know: Does not include built-in Eero router, like Pro model. Optional Ring Protect Pro monitoring plan is $20 per month (this deal comes with a free one month trial). Kit includes base station, keypad, contact sensor, motion detector, and range extender.

Read more: The Best Home Security System

ThruNite Archer 2A C Flashlight — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $30; street price: $40

What we like: Our top pick for the best flashlight. Waterproof and compact (picture a thick Crayola marker). Stands upright on its end. Wide range of brightness settings. Included rechargeable battery makes the brighter settings more powerful. Can also be powered by two AA batteries.

Other things to know: Very similar to our previous top pick (the 2A V3 model, now our runner-up pick), but is also compatible with its included rechargeable battery. Battery needs to be removed from the flashlight in order to charge. Flimsy belt clip. Recurring price drop.

Read more: The Best Flashlight

Smart home deals

The Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen), our pick for the best Alexa speaker for beginners.

Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) with Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $23; street price: $50

What we like: The best Amazon Alexa smart speaker for beginners. Clear, loud sound in a compact form. All the standard features of other Echo models at half the price. Bluetooth connection. Built-in Eero Wi-Fi can extend an Eero router's mesh network.

Other things to know: More expensive Echos offer better audio and call quality. Doesn't make video calls. We are still testing how well the Dot works with an Eero Wi-Fi system. Includes a free Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb, but we don't recommend it.

Read more: The Best Alexa Smart Speakers

Amazon Echo Show 8 Smart Display (3rd Gen) with Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $80; street price: $120

What we like: Our top Alexa smart speaker pick for video calls and kitchens. Crisp eight-inch touchscreen is big enough for watching videos. Can stream video from services like Prime Video, Netflix, and YouTube. 13-megapixel camera for video calls (including Zoom). Excellent kitchen assistant that has a massive library of recipes.

Other things to know: Sound quality is decent for casual music listening. Good for smart-home control, but it could be better. Can't connect to Bluetooth or wired headphones for video calls. Deal comes with a free color Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb, but we don't recommend it.

Read more: The Best Alexa Smart Speakers

Amazon Echo Glow Night-Light — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $17; street price: $25

What we like: A staff pick smart night-light in our guide to hosting even when you don’t have a guest room. Uses Echo devices to create routines and bedtime countdowns. Emits 16 different colors.

Other things to know: Too dim to use as a reading light. No physical controls; requires Alexa app or Echo device.

Read more: You Don’t Need a Guest Room If You Have These Hosting Essentials

Amazon Echo Spot (2024) with Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $45; street price: $75

What we like: Our simpler, camera-free Alexa smart speaker pick for bedside tables. Great for anyone who prizes simplicity. Small footprint won't crowd a nightstand. The display auto-dims based on the lighting. Has physical buttons on top, plus you can shut off your morning alarm by simply tapping the speaker itself.

Other things to know: Lacks camera, video streaming and higher quality audio of more expensive models. Comes with Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb that we don't recommend, but it's essentially free.

Read more: The Best Alexa Smart Speakers

Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder with Solar Roof — Runner-Up
Amazon deal price: $200; street price: $250

What we like: Our runner-up smart bird feeder pick. Has a sturdy build. Can identify about 1,000 species of birds using its proprietary database and spout more facts than a bird-trivia night. Can capture clips up to one minute long and store them in the cloud for a week.

Other things to know: Only streams in 720p resolution, but you can enable it to go to 1080p with the Bird Buddy Pro Subscription ($5 per month or $60 per year). Does not have night vision. Not as easy to fill as our top pick.

Read more: The Best Smart Bird Feeders

TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim (EP25, 4-Pack) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $30; street price: $40

What we like: Our top pick for the best smart plug. Combines all of the best features you can find in a smart plug at a price that makes it possible to deploy them throughout your home. Real-time energy monitoring makes the EP25 a standout. Also offers an Away Mode.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. Works with the Kasa app, but also the newly released Tapo app, which is the better option. Deal is for a 4-pack.

Read more: The Best Smart Plugs

Arlo Video Doorbell — Worth Considering
Amazon deal price: $80; street price: $100

What we like: A smart doorbell worth considering if you want a wider view. 180-degree field of view is wider than any of our other picks. Can be hard-wired or wireless.

Other things to know: Not compatible with Arlo Base Station, which means no option for local video storage and no Apple Home support.

Read more: The Best Smart Doorbell Camera

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Kitchen and coffee deals

The Igloo IGLICEBSC26, our pick for best countertop ice maker with a more compact form than that of the Magic Chef.
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Igloo IGLICEBSC26 Ice Maker — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $80; street price: $110

What we like: Our more compact top ice maker pick. Makes nine bullet-shaped cubes in under 10 minutes. Smaller, lighter, and easier to stow away than our classic countertop ice maker pick. Clear, straightforward controls. Self-cleaning mode.

Other things to know: Slightly smaller reservoir requires more frequent refills. Like all bullet-ice makers, produces cloudy ice, which doesn't affect taste, but makes carbonated drinks go flat faster. Not very durable. One-year warranty. On sale in black.

Read more: The Best Countertop Ice Maker

Timemore Chestnut C2 Manual Coffee Grinder — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $55; street price: $69 (deal on black and gray)

What we like: Our portable manual coffee grinder pick is the best option for under $100. Easiest to use of all the manual models we tested. Sturdy and well-built. Grinds quickly, evenly, and consistently. Great for camping or those with limited counter space. Also grinds spices.

Other things to know: 25-gram capacity only makes about one serving of coffee. Not great for superfine grinds like espresso. Deal on black, clip the on-page coupon to get the deal price.

Read more: The Best Coffee Grinder

Espro P6 French Press — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $92; street price: $115 (deal on black and stainless steel)

What we like: Our upgrade French press pick. Offers the same superior filtration as other Espro models, plus better heat retention. Double-walled carafe. No danger it will shatter if you drop it. Designed to stop extracting once you’ve pressed. Coffee won’t turn as bitter or sour if it sits in the press for a couple of hours.

Other things to know: All-metal carafe, but the handle is plastic. Deal on black and stainless steel.

Read more: The Best French Press

Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $300; street price: $400

What we like: Our top air fryer toaster oven pick and our upgrade toaster oven pick. Performs just as well as an air fryer as it does a toaster oven. Specific settings for dehydrating, proofing, and slow cooking. Crisps up food faster than traditional toaster ovens. Large two-rack capacity. Multiple fan speeds.

Other things to know: Even on sale, notably more expensive than our other picks. "Super convection" fan speed is incredibly loud. Didn't toast bread quite as evenly as other picks. We'd prefer a pizza stone over the included nonstick pizza pan. Matches the lowest price we've seen.

Read more: The Best Air Fryer Toaster Oven

OXO Good Grips Kitchen and Herb Scissors — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $18

What we like: Our top scissors pick for kitchen shears. Cuts nearly everything cleanly and effortlessly. Can disassemble for cleaning. One conventional blade and a micro-serrated blade. Roomy, comfortable handles. Built-in herb stripper.

Other things to know: Can’t sharpen the micro-serrated blade. Doesn't work well with wax paper. Not dishwasher-safe.

Read more: The Best Scissors for Every Task

Philips GoZero Sparkling Water Maker — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $50; street price: $62

What we like: Our budget soda maker pick. Sleek and attractive no-frills look. Makes good-tasting seltzer with lively bubbles. Surprisingly good quality for the price.

Other things to know: Assembly can be a pain. CO2 cylinder is sold separately for around $30. If you have empty cylinders, they can be exchanged for a discount. Deal price on black.

Read more: The Best Soda Maker

Technivorm Moccamaster KB Coffee Maker — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $230; street price: $309

What we like: This glass-carafe version of our Technivorm Moccamaster pick has a hot-plate that's finely tuned to keep coffee warm without scorching it, a rare feat. And the coffee it produces tastes incredibly nuanced, too.

Other things to know: Lacks extra features of our other picks, like timers or complex settings, but coffee connoisseurs will appreciate the taste. Pricey, but its much longer warranty (five years) and Moccamaster's reputation for longevity make it a worthwhile investment. Will soon be added to our drip coffee maker guide.

Read more: The Best Drip Coffee Maker

Cuckoo CRP-P1009SW 10-Cup Electric Pressure Rice Cooker — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $180; street price: $225

What we like: Our upgrade rice cooker pick. High-quality construction. Lightning-fast and produces delicious results. Made the best sushi rice of all the models we tested. Especially handy at cooking brown rice quickly.

Other things to know: Pressurized cooking is fast, but can make long-grain rice come out a bit mushy (we suggest high-heat mode). Large, 10-cup size is not as convenient if you’re cooking for one or two people. Deal price on white color.

Read more: The Best Rice Cooker

Braun MultiQuick 5 Hand Blender MQ505 — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $53; street price: $65

What we like:Our budget pick for the best immersion blender. A good basic option for occasional use. Pureed better than any other affordable option we tested. Doesn't spatter or suction to the bottom of the pot like cheaper models. Wand is removable and dishwasher-safe.

Other things to know: Comes with a blending jar and whisk, but no chopper. You must push and hold the low-power or high-power button the entire time you're blending, which can get tiresome. Street price has risen since we posted over a year ago.

Read more: The Best Immersion Blender

All-Clad HA1 Nonstick Pans (Set of 2) — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $50; street price: $70

What we like: Another good nonstick pan that performed on par with our top pick during our tests. Thick. Sturdy. Works with induction. Excellent value.

Other things to know: Has the classic All-Clad stick handles that are angled upward. Sides of pan are more upright. Set includes one 8-inch and one 10-inch pan.

Read more: The Best Nonstick Pan

Instant Pot Pro 6-Quart Electric Pressure Cooker — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $100; street price: $120

What we like: Our upgrade electric pressure cooker pick. More cooking control than our top pick, with five temperature levels, five presets, and a quieter steam release. Huge, intuitive LCD screen. Inner cooking pot is stove- and oven-safe (up to 450 °F) with stay-cool handles for easy lifting.

Other things to know: One of few models that's compatible with Instant Pot's QuickCool Tray. Doesn't preheat faster than our top pick. Extra functions aren’t that helpful. One-year warranty. Online instruction manual is more detailed than print manual in the box.

Read more: The Best Electric Pressure Cooker Is an Instant Pot

Technivorm Moccamaster KB Coffee Maker — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $230; street price: $309

What we like: This glass-carafe version of our Technivorm Moccamaster pick has a hot-plate that's finely tuned to keep coffee warm without scorching it, a rare feat. And the coffee it produces tastes incredibly nuanced, too.

Other things to know: Lacks extra features of our other picks, like timers or complex settings, but coffee connoisseurs will appreciate the taste. Pricey, but its much longer warranty (five years) and Moccamaster's reputation for longevity make it a worthwhile investment. Will soon be added to our drip coffee maker guide.

Read more: The Best Drip Coffee Maker

Oster Electric Wine Bottle Opener — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $16; street price: $25

What we like: Our pick for the best electric corkscrew. The best value of any electric wine bottle opener we've tested. Easy to grab, easy to use, and inexpensive. Quickly and easily removes cork from a bottle using a rechargeable battery.

Other things to know: Can be a bit loud. Comes with electric wine bottle opener, foil cutter, charging base, and power adapter. One-year limited warranty.

Read more: The Best Corkscrew for Opening Wine

Vacuum and carpet cleaner deals

Our pick for best upright carpet cleaner overall, the Tineco Carpet One Smart Carpet Cleaner, displayed next to the included bottle of cleaning solution and hose for handheld cleaning.
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Tineco Carpet One Smart Carpet Cleaner — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $300; street price: $500

What we like: Our top pick for the best carpet cleaner. Intuitive design, easy to operate, and comfortable to maneuver. Tackled common household stains and left carpet drier and more refreshed than competitors. Quieter than other models we tested.

Other things to know: Optional Wi-Fi connection allows for control via app (but didn't work well in our testing). Helpful voice prompts warn you if errors occur or tanks need to be emptied or refilled. Has seen a massive street price increase since it first became our pick.

Read more: The Best Carpet Cleaners

Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Carpet Cleaner — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $160; street price: $227

What we like: Our budget pick for the best carpet cleaner. Performed nearly as well as our top pick, beating all contenders on cleaning red wine. Less than half the price of our top pick.

Other things to know: Lagged behind our top pick in cleaning chocolate ice cream and caramel syrup, and left carpet damper and less refreshed. Lighter weight, but looks and feels clunkier. Noisier than our top pick. Matches previous lowest price we've seen.

Read more: The Best Carpet Cleaners

Uproot Cleaner Pro Pet Hair Remover — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $16; street price: $20

What we like: A manual pet hair removal tool we recommend in our car vacuum guide. Removes pet hair from car floors and trunk upholstery. Works better than all the handheld vacuums we've tested.

Other things to know: Too rough for clothes and bedding. Street price has dropped recently. A good deal, but we've seen lower.

Read more: The Best Car Vacuum

Eufy Robovac 11S Max Robot Vacuum — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $130; street price: $190

What we like: Our budget robot vacuum pick. Quiet, nimble, and affordable. Sucked up more debris than most options we tested. Three cleaning modes. 100-minute run time on bare floors; 60 minutes for carpets and rugs. Low profile for sliding easily under furniture. Large bin.

Other things to know: No Wi-Fi connectivity or app, just an old-fashioned remote control. Lacks smart features like a dock and mapping technology. Average one-year warranty. Good customer service. Almost all parts are replaceable.

Read more: The Best Robot Vacuums

Miele Classic C1 Pure Suction Vacuum — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $280; street price: $330

What we like: Our top pick for the best vacuum for bare hardwood floors and flat rugs. Quiet and long-lasting. You can easily upgrade to a different cleaning head for cleaning low- or medium-pile rugs.

Other things to know: Comes with a suction-only cleaning head, but no brush roller attachment. Lacks the crushproof hose and strong filtration system of other models. Not the lowest price we've seen, but still a good deal if you need one now.

Read more: The Best Vacuum Cleaners

Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner 1400B — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $82; street price: $120

What we like: Our top pick for the best portable carpet and upholstery cleaner. Great for small messes. Ideal for pet owners and parents of young kids. Completely removed wine and chocolate stains with handheld suction brush, hot tap water, and cleaning formula.

Other things to know: Designed to tackle small areas only. Water tank is difficult to clean. One-year warranty is shorter than competition.

Read more: The Best Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner

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Travel and luggage deals

The Troubadour Apex 3.0 Backpack in Obsidian Green.
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Troubadour Apex 3.0 Backpack — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $196; street price: $245

What we like: Our top structured, polished-looking laptop backpack pick. Ergonomic design with ventilated back panels and memory-foam shoulder straps. Refined vegan-leather trims. Geometric shape remains streamlined when full, doesn’t collapse when empty. A pleasure to carry.

Other things to know: Body is coated with waterproofing treatment and zippers are set in waterproof tape. Made of 90% recycled materials. 17-inch laptop compartment. Can feel bulky. Zippered pocket on its left strap is uncomfortable for carrying a phone.

Read more: The Best Laptop Backpacks

ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $25

What we like: Our top pick for the best MagSafe car mount for iPhones. Affordable and easy to install. Built with an additional support arm for extra stability. Can be installed on an air vent or dashboard.

Other things to know: Works with all MagSafe-compatible iPhones (iPhone 12, 13, 14, and 15). Supports up to 7.5 W charging. Recurring deal price.

Read more: The Best Car Phone Mount

Viofo A229 Pro Dash Cam (2-Channel) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $221; street price: $340

What we like: Our top dash cam pick delivers crisp, super-high-res 4K footage day and night. Offers 24-hour parked-car monitoring, GPS, and voice control. Heat-friendly supercapacitor instead of a battery. Able to read other cars' license plates in the widest variety of conditions.

Other things to know: 2.4-inch screen. Easy to install and use with feature-filled app. MicroSD card recommended but not included (you'll need about 25 GB of storage per hour of footage). Use code VIOFO2024.

Read more: The Best Dash Cam

Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $240; street price: $300

What we like: Our top large carry-on travel backpack pick. Easy accessibility. Clever tuck-away straps. Elegant way of expanding and contracting. Design is adjustable, customizable, and (if you spring for the extra cubes and organizers) an almost perfect system for photographers and gearheads.

Other things to know: Lifetime warranty. Committing to the entire system of packing and camera cubes adds extra cost to an already expensive bag. Not the absolute best sale we've seen, but a good deal.

Read more: The Best Carry-On Travel Backpacks

Epicka Universal Travel Adapter — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $20; street price: $24

What we like: Our top pick for the best universal travel adapter. Comes with the three most common international plugs, a US-style plug, and a nylon case. Compact and well-built. Four standard USB-A ports and one USB-C port. Charged more devices faster than competitors during our tests.

Other things to know: If you’re using all five ports, you won’t be able to charge all connected devices at full speed. No universal travel adapter is truly universal, and they’re all bulkier and more expensive than simple plug adapters.

Read more: The Best Travel Plug Adapter

Ovener Silicone Luggage Tags (2-Pack) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $6; street price: $8

What we like: Our top luggage tag pick. Rugged silicone and a metal cable mean this tag may well outlive your luggage. Displays name, but keeps contact information hidden.

Other things to know: Comes in a two-pack in many colors. To access contact information, you have to fully unscrew and remove the metal strap, which could get lost.

Read more: The Best Luggage Tags

Repel Windproof Travel Umbrella — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $21; street price: $27

What we like: The best umbrella for wind and rain. Also handy for travel. Offers the same quality and durability as models we saw for more than twice the price. Forcefully expands with the touch of a button to reveal a 37-inch-diameter canopy. Handle is easy to grip for hands of all sizes.

Other things to know: Takes a bit more force to close than others. Folds up to an 11½-inch-long, 14-ounce package. Deal on black umbrella. We've seen it at this price a handful of times over recent months, but street price has steadily risen over the past few years. Deal price on black.

Read more: The Best Umbrellas for Wind and Rain

Health and beauty deals

A bottle of Aloe Cadabra Natural Aloe.
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Aloe Cadabra Natural Aloe Personal Lubricant — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $8; street price: $10

What we like: Our top pick water-based personal lubricant. FDA-cleared. Versatile and compatible with all types of condoms and sex toys. Formulated to support vaginal health.

Other things to know: Natural Aloe flavor tasted slightly sour. Deal is on 2.5-ounce bottle in multiple flavors.

Read more: The Best Personal Lubricants

Braun Series 8 8457cc Electric Razor — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $150; street price: $215

What we like: Our top pick for the best electric razor. Reliable, efficient, and a great value. Provides a close, clean shave, whether you use it wet or dry. Easy to use and maintain. Ergonomic design. 60-minute battery life. Built-in trimmer is actually functional.

Other things to know: Head pivots vertically, but not side-to-side. The 8457cc listing doesn't come with the charging travel case that you get with the 8577cc listing. Cleaning station may be bulky on the counter. Designed to last up to seven years, per Braun. Street price has dipped in recent months, but it's still a solid deal.

Read more: The Best Electric Razor

Panasonic Electric Body Hair Trimmer and Groomer For Men ER-GK60-S — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $55; street price: $75

What we like: Our top pick for the best pubic hair trimmer. Powerful and simple to maneuver. Vertical orientation and V-shaped head make navigating the body’s bends and folds easy. Water-resistant, so can be used in the shower.

Other things to know: Fully charged, the battery lasts 40 minutes. Comes with three combs, more than sufficient for grooming pubic hair. Two-year warranty.

Read more: The Best Pubic Hair Trimmer

iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (5 Tests) — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $28; street price: $45

What we like: A COVID-19 antigen test kit authorized by the FDA that we’ve found to be relatively affordable and available through multiple retailers. Offers a quick and easy way to screen for COVID-19 on your own, in about 15 minutes.

Other things to know: Deal on one pack containing five tests. Better price per test than we typically see. This product is not returnable.

Read more: At-Home COVID-19 Antigen Test Kits: Where to Buy and What You Should Know

PureRelief XL King Size Heating Pad — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $28; street price: $40

What we like: Our longtime top pick for the best heating pad. Quickly reaches and maintains desired temperatures. Safety-certified. Auto-shutoff function. Six heat settings. Grip-friendly controller with backlit display. Plush, machine-washable cover. Storage bag included.

Other things to know: Cover requires gentler washing than others we tested. Five-year warranty. XL size is 12 by 24 inches.

Read more: The Best Heating Pad

Wyze Scale X Smart Scale — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $33; street price: $40

What we like: Our top smart bathroom scale pick. Affordable and accurate. Longest battery life of any model we tested that uses replaceable batteries. Sends data via Bluetooth to a clean app that’s fairly intuitive to use. Also compatible with other major health apps.

Other things to know: Wyze experienced a significant security breach, leading Wirecutter to pause reviewing and recommending Wyze Smart Home devices. The breach didn’t affect scales, but is a major concern nonetheless.

Read more: The Best Smart Scale

Cora The Easy-Does-It Menstrual Cup — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $22; street price: $28

What we like: Our top pick for the best menstrual cup. The best menstrual cup for beginners. Easier than most to fold, insert, and remove. Silicone is soft and easy to clean. Nice middle size.

Other things to know: Holds slightly less volume than some of our other picks. Comes in two sizes. Deal price on size 1 and size 2 (recommended for medium-heavy flow).

Read more: The Best Menstrual Cups and Discs

Saalt Disc Menstrual Disc — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $26; street price: $33

What we like: Our top menstrual disc pick. This reusable disc comes in two sizes and has a little indent that makes removal far easier in comparison with the competition. Rim is stiff enough to push it into place, but it’s not so stiff that it feels uncomfortable to wear. Easy to clean.

Other things to know: Menstrual discs sit a bit higher in the vaginal canal and are held in place by tension, and have a much higher capacity than cups do. You can have penetrative sex with a disc in. Deal for the regular size.

Read more: The Best Menstrual Cups and Discs

MomMed Pregnancy Test (55-Count) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $12; street price: $14

What we like: Our top pick for the best pregnancy test strips with cups. As accurate and nearly as sensitive as our top pick at the time of a missed period. Inexpensive. Useful for anyone who anticipates testing often.

Other things to know: Good for those who prioritize paying less per test over testing early, and who don't mind (or prefer) the dip method. Deal for a pack of 55 strips.

Read more: The Best Pregnancy Test

Philips Sonicare 4100 Electric Toothbrush — Runner-Up
Amazon deal price: $30; street price: $45

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best electric toothbrush. Quieter than our top pick. Offers a quadrant-pacing timer and pressure sensor. Long-lasting rechargeable battery.

Other things to know: Some may dislike the back-and-forth vibrating motion. Replacement brush heads are typically a bit more expensive than those of our top pick.

Read more: The Best Electric Toothbrush

Auvon Weekly Pill Organizer with Spring Open Design — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $6; street price: $7

What we like: Our top pick for the most versatile pill box. Designed for those with arthritic hands and fingers. Larger compartments and a push-button design make this pill box easier to open and close than other models. Better rub-resistant markings than we’ve seen on other options.

Other things to know: Only has one (fairly spacious) compartment per day. Feels a bit lightweight and flimsy. On sale in cream white. Recurring deal price.

Read more: The Best Pill Boxes

Mimi Medcessories Pretty Pillbox — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $24

What we like: Our top pick for a sleeker pill box. Attractive, compact, and discreet. A great on-the-go option that won't look out of place in a handbag, briefcase, or backpack. Labeled daily compartments for the pills, plus an additional small compartment.

Other things to know: Top and bottom look identical so it's far too easy to accidentally open it upside and accidentally dump your pills out. May not work for someone who has to take more than a few pills a day.

Read more: The Best Pill Boxes

Coola Liplux Original Lip Balm Sunscreen, SPF 30 — Best For
Amazon deal price: $9; street price: $12

What we like: Our pick for a smooth and invisible lip balm with SPF. Lightweight, with no white cast or terrible taste. Formulated with moisturizing oils and three chemical sunscreens to hydrate and protect lips. Sturdy metal tube. Colorless and can be worn over lipstick. Beachy scent.

Other things to know: The chemical sunscreens in this balm—avobenzone, octisalate, and octocrylene—are FDA-approved. As with most sunscreens, reapply every two hours for full sun protection.

Read more: The Best Lip Balms

Bambody High Waist Panty Period Underwear — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $10; street price: $14

What we like: Our basic, budget-friendly period underwear top pick. Great for stocking up. No-frills and a fraction of the price of most of our other picks, but just as effective. One of the most comfortable pairs we tried.

Other things to know: Gusset’s absorbent core does “puff up” in crotch when full. Less durable than our other picks. Runs small. Shrinks in the wash. Rare deal for a single pair. Also on sale as a three-pack for slightly less per pair.

Read more: The Best Period Underwear

Braun Series 9 Pro 9465cc Electric Razor — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $238; street price: $300

What we like: Our upgrade electric razor pick gives you a premium, easy, smooth shave in a high-end package. Comes with our top pick’s accessories, plus titanium-coated blades (with a middle trimmer) and a feature that matches the blade speed to beard density.

Other things to know: In our testing, matched its claim of being effective at mowing through a seven-day beard. Comes with a cleaning and charging stand, leather travel case. Unlike the 9477 model, does not come with a charging travel case, but it is the lowest price we've seen so far.

Read more: The Best Electric Razor

Tushy Ottoman Toilet Stool — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $47; street price: $65

What we like: Our stylish and sturdy toilet stool pick. Curves around the base of any standard toilet. Stays immobile during use. Aesthetically pleasing design with smooth, easy-to-clean surface.

Other things to know: Assembly required, but quick to build. Can be slick when wearing socks. Not intended for use by children under age 12. Not to be used as anything other than a footrest.

Read more: The Best Squatty Potty and Other Toilet Stools Worth the Floor Space

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Fitness deals

Our pick for best exercise bike on a budget, the Sunny Health & Fitness SF-B1805, set up in a bedroom environment.
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Sunny Health & Fitness SF-B1805 Exercise Bike — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $385; street price: $560

What we like: Our top exercise bike pick for a solid ride at a budget price. Generously padded seat. Long, four-prong handlebars. A sturdy, no-frills bike. In testing, the magnetic resistance adjusted smoothly and was fairly responsive.

Other things to know: Does not have a console, no tracking metrics. Accommodates riders with inseams between 28 inches and 38 inches. Adjustment process isn’t as elegant as on some of our other picks. The pedals have toe cages only. Maximum rider weight is 300 pounds.

Read more: The Best Exercise Bikes

Fitbit Inspire 3 Fitness Tracker — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $70; street price: $100

What we like: Our top pick for the best fitness tracker. Most accurate tracker for step count and a high performer for every other test. Lightweight, week-long battery life, and water-resistant down to 50 meters. Thin, half-inch band doesn’t feel clunky during workouts or everyday use.

Other things to know: Also recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Battery life is below manufacturer's 10-day claim. Small touchscreen, though still easy to navigate. Matches the lowest price we've seen.

Read more: The Best Fitness Trackers

Superfeet All-Purpose Support High Arch Insoles — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $41; street price: $55

What we like: Our pick for a firmer insole than most. A versatile model that even testers without high arches found to be supportive. Deep heel cup. All of our testers reported that these held up well over four months of use, showing only normal wear.

Other things to know: Not the most breathable insole, so if foot odor is a big concern, you might want to try a different model.

Read more: The Best Insoles for Running and Walking

Spenco RX Comfort Insoles — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $11; street price: $15

What we like: Our budget pick in our guide to the best insoles for running and walking. Thin and flat, and slide easily into almost any shoe. Feel very soft. Provide some additional cushion at an affordable price.

Other things to know: Better for casual use than for intense workouts. Lack a deep heel cup and a distinct ergonomic shape.

Read more: The Best Insoles for Running and Walking

Gaiam Restore Total Body Foam Roller — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $25; street price: $33

What we like: Our softer foam roller pick. Medium density (similar to foam packing material) is ideal for rolling newbies or those seeking a gentler touch. Polyethylene foam has more give than firmer EPP and still maintains its shape under pressure. More versatile than shorter rollers.

Other things to know: Foam is more likely to compress and warp with long-term use than that of firmer EPP rollers. Deal on 36-inch roller in gray. Street price has risen significantly since we last posted in 2020.

Read more: The Best Foam Rollers

Serious Steel Assisted Pull-Up, Resistance, and Stretch Bands Set — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $71; street price: $83

What we like: Our pick for the best superband set from our guide to the best resistance bands. Durable, uniform length, stretched smoothly, and has a pleasant vanilla-y scent. Useful for assisted pull-up progressions, stretching, and adding resistance to some exercises.

Other things to know: Included bands ranging from a claimed resistance of 5 pounds to 120 pounds. A paper manual isn’t included, the 25-page PDF on the company’s website provides plenty of instruction to get you started. Clip the on-page coupon.

Read more: The Best Resistance Bands

Tune Belt Sport Armband AB91 — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $16; street price: $20

What we like: Our top running armband pick. Affordable and reliable. The best window-style armband we tested. Better combination of comfort, stability, and ease of use. Straightforward, intuitive design.

Other things to know: The seams are bulky, has very little room for keys, and isn't fully waterproof. Comes in several sizes, the AB91 falls in the middle range, fitting phones like the iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S24. Back on sale for black.

Read more: The Best Running Armband (Even Though There Are Better Ways to Carry Your Phone on a Run)

Tune Belt SP2 Running Belt — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $25; street price: $30

What we like: Our top pick running belt. Easily adjustable with lots of compartments. Can keep items dry when inside the internal zippered pouch.

Other things to know: Not completely bounce proof. Enough space to store a large phone. Covered by a one-year warranty.

Read more: The Best Running Belts

TheraBand Pro Series SCP Exercise Ball (75 cm) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $27; street price: $30

What we like: Our top exercise ball pick. Tied for the sturdiest seat and retained air the best in our tests. Made of a thick, weighty PVC that’s slick enough to facilitate movement but sticky enough to provide a safety-enhancing grip. Comes in sizes suitable for people 4′8″ to 6′5″ and even taller.

Other things to know: Required the most time and energy to inflate, but the effort paid off with an extra-supportive seat. Deal price is for the 75 cm size in blue.

Read more: The Best Exercise Ball

Ekrin Athletics B37 Massage Gun — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $173; street price: $230

What we like: Our top pick for a massage gun with an ergonomic, angled handle that makes reaching for the upper back or calves a little easier. Exceptionally long eight-hour battery life. Lifetime warranty. Solid value overall.

Other things to know: Includes four attachments, three made of plastic (bullet, flat, fork) and one made of a lighter, less-durable-feeling foam (ball). Deal is for prime members only.

Read more: The Best Massage Guns

Peloton Bike+ — Pick Variant
Amazon deal price: $2,000; street price: $2,400

What we like: An upgraded version of our top-notch indoor cycle pick. Smooth and sturdy ride. Immersive experience. Community emphasis. Engaging instructors. Bike+ features a larger touchscreen tablet that rotates 180 degrees left and right, an upgraded sound system, an improved front-facing camera with a privacy cover, and integrated Apple GymKit support.

Other things to know: Even pricier than the Peloton Bike and add-ons aren’t crucial to getting a full experience. Requires a subscription ($44 a month) to function maximally. Limited warranty covers the tablet, mechanics, parts, and service from issues related to normal wear and tear for one year, and the bike frame for five years.

Read more: Peloton Bike Review: What to Know Before You Buy

Mebak 3 Massage Gun — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $75; street price: $96

What we like: Our less-intense massage gun pick with lots of attachments. Good low-key model for semi-regular use. One of the quietest options we tried. Comes with seven attachments (the most of our picks). Responsive touchscreen display requires a lighter touch than physical buttons.

Other things to know: Felt less powerful than comparably labeled models. We noticed lubricant leaking out of the attachment point during the first few uses. Included carrying case is slightly flimsy. Clip the on-page coupon.

Read more: The Best Massage Guns

Shoe and clothing deals

Close up of a person wearing our pick for the best leggings with pockets, the IUGA High-Waist Yoga Pants leggings.
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Celersport Ankle Athletic Running Socks (6 Pairs) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $17

What we like: Our top taller no-show socks pick for ankle boots and high-tops. A favorite with testers due to their perfect fit, breathability, and absence of slippage or bunching. Reasonably priced and available in a wide range of sizes. The comfiest socks we tested for this guide.

Other things to know: Better suited to everyday wear, rather than running or heavy-duty workouts as the name would suggest. Combed cotton is sweat-absorbing rather than sweat-wicking. Deal for six pairs of socks.

Read more: The Best No-Show Socks

Baleaf Sun Hoodie - Women's — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $16; street price: $20

What we like: Another good sun hoodie if price is a priority and you’re willing to sacrifice breathability. Sturdy and functional. Typically costs less than half as much as others we tested.

Other things to know: Thicker and warmer than the other shirts we recommend, but a solid option if you just want a functional, UPF 50+ shirt with a hood and thumbholes. Many colors and sizes are down to $16.

Read more: Sun-Protective Clothing Is a Reliable UV-Blocker. Here Are Some Options We Love.

Bread Elastic Shoelaces — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $8; street price: $10

What we like: Stretchy, elastic shoelaces we love that turn most lace-up shoes—from low-top Vans to high-top Nike Air Flights—into slip-ons. Available in packs, which brings down the price per pair.

Other things to know: Look more like traditional laces than other elastic laces we tried. Come in six sizes and nine colors, including black, white, and cream. May not be easy for everyone to slip on and off.

Read more: These Elastic Shoelaces Turn All My Shoes (From Converse to Doc Martens) Into Slip-Ons

Hanes Perfect-T Women’s Short Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $7; street price: $10

What we like: Our top pick for a budget-friendly white tee that gets the job done. A classic crew-neck shirt that's surprisingly solid: soft enough, substantial, and made of 100% cotton knit. Cut longer than our other picks. Easy, relaxed fit.

Other things to know: Comes in sizes S to 3XL (US 2 to 22). Runs slightly large. Shrinks more in the wash. Overall lower quality than our other picks, but a fraction of the cost.

Read more: The Best Women’s White T-Shirts

SeriSimple Women Ankle Socks Bamboo Crew — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $17

What like: A staff pick set of bright-colored socks we recommend in our guide to styling socks (and as gifts under $25). Bamboo-blend fabric is delicate enough to be worn with dressier shoes like heels and loafers, though they still work with sneakers, too. Sold in inexpensive 5-packs that deliver bursts of color that hit the sweet spot between flashy and elegant.

Other things to know: Some users note durability and longevity issues; we haven't experienced any problems, but keep our expectations in line with the price. Sold in three sizes. Deal price is available on a handful of color combos.

Read more: Yes, Everyone’s Socks Are Showing. Here’s How to Rock the Trend—and the Pairs We Love.

Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam Garment Steamer (GS59X) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $46; street price: $60

What we like: Our pick for the best clothing steamer. The most powerful midsize steamer we tested. Comfortable to use and quick to heat up. Five settings to handle different fabrics. Quickly relaxes wrinkles without spitting any water.

Other things to know: Very similar to our previous top pick, but more powerful. Filling the somewhat small 7.3-ounce water tank can be a little tricky, but we think it's a worthy tradeoff for the drip-free performance. One-year warranty. Deal available in black.

Read more: The Best Clothing Steamers

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Baby and kid deals

Philips Sonicare

Philips Sonicare for Kids Design a Pet Edition Brush Head Bundle — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $28; street price: $43

What we like: Our top electric toothbrush pick for kids. “Kid-sized” quiet, vibrating brush. Comes with a two-minute timer that shuts off the brush automatically, a long-lasting battery, and an interactive app which may be encouraging to some kids.

Other things to know: Some kids find vibrating brushes to be uncomfortable or ticklish. If your child tends to brush roughly, the brush heads may need to be replaced more frequently. No case and the protective cap is easy to lose. Brush heads typically cost about $6 each, so this bundle on sale is a good value.

Read more: The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids

Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Stroller — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $182; street price: $260

What we like: Our budget pick for a simple and sturdy travel stroller. Handles rough terrain well. Comfortable handlebars. Large, adjustable footrest, long seat, and deep recline make it the best on-the-go napping option.

Other things to know: Weighs 15.1 pounds. Isn't as simple to fold, recline, or buckle as our top pick. Comes with a travel bag. Within $2 of the previous lowest price we've seen; deal price available on the black color.

Read more: The Best Travel Strollers

Willow Go Wearable Breast Pump — Runner-Up
Amazon deal price: $245; street price: $300

What we like: Our runner-up wearable breast pump pick. More affordable and customizable than our top pick, and offers more flange sizes. Offers an six stimulation modes and nine expression modes. Assembly is quick and easy once you have a handle on the order of operations.

Other things to know: Bulkier, less discrete, and a little louder than our top pick. Plus, the parts that need cleaning after every use are bigger and less convenient to assemble, disassemble, and wash than those of our top pick. App has been updated since the time of first testing, but still not great.

Read more: The Best Wearable Breast Pumps

Elvie Pump Wearable Electric Breast Pump (Double) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $385; street price: $480

What we like: Our top pick the best wearable breast pump. Lightweight, effective, and easy to use. Gentle suction pattern. Easy to transfer milk without spills. App gives you a sense of how much you’re pumping.

Other things to know: Double the cost of many traditional electric pumps. Has five small parts for removing and cleaning. Some online reviews report that the pump can leak at its central connection point, though we didn't have this issue. Deal is for the double pump.

Read more: The Best Wearable Breast Pumps

Snoo Smart Sleeper Bassinet — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $1,187; street price: $1,500

What we like: Our top smart bassinet pick. A well-engineered, smart, electronic bassinet that's outfitted with sensors. Can detects a baby’s needs and soothes them to sleep with automated rocking and white noise. When it works, it can be dreamy. Robust customer service.

Other things to know: Incredibly expensive even on sale. 25-pound baby weight limit. There’s no guarantee your baby will actually find it comforting. Some had difficulty weaning their babies from the Snoo and moving them to a traditional crib after four to six months.

Read more: The Best Bassinets and Bedside Sleepers

Lansinoh Breastmilk Feeding Bottle (3-Pack) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $14; street price: $16

What we like: Our top baby bottle pick. Has a gently sloping nipple, a shape that experts told us worked well for many babies. With only three pieces and a wide mouth, it’s simpler to use and easier to clean. Leaked less than most others we tested.

Other things to know: Gradually sloped nipples may not work for all babies. The most common complaint about this bottle comes from parents who find the flow rates too fast for their baby.

Read more: The Best Baby Bottles (and Bottle Brush)

Boppy Best Latch Nursing Pillow — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: Our top nursing pillow pick for first-time parents. Impressed our testing panel with its versatility. Has two distinct sides, and its newborn-supporting side is better than the competition. Size-inclusive design with a surface area can cradle a baby comfortably.

Other things to know: The soft side of the pillow is fully sewn into the cover, so the entire thing is out of commission while you wash it. Flimsy waist belt. Deal only on the mocha half dome pattern.

Read more: The Best Nursing Pillows

Philips Avent Anti-Colic Bottle with AirFree Vent (4-Ounce, 4-Pack) — Upcoming Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $27

What we like: Our upcoming baby bottle pick for those who prefer a wide-base nipple. Has thousands of positive customer reviews. Emerged as a top contender during testing. The only model that did not leak any formula during a nipple test.

Other things to know: Some babies do well with a wide-base nipple, since it requires them to open their mouths wide to latch. Can be used with or without its venting system. Has more pieces to assemble and clean. Deal on a pack of four 4-ounce bottles.

Read more: The Best Baby Bottles (and Bottle Brush)

Baby Trend Expedition 2-in-1 Stroller Wagon Plus — Top Pick

Amazon deal price: $170; street price: $240

What we like: Our top pick for the best stroller wagon. Stroller-like handlebar for comfortable steering. Narrow frame easily fits through doors and glides through crowded markets. Deep wagon, so kids are less likely to fall out by accident. Included mosquito net is a rare find.

Other things to know: Heavy (40 pounds), so not a good option for the beach or sand. Hideaway pull handle pops out from under the wagon, angled handlebar makes pushing just like a full-size stroller.

Read more: The Best Stroller Wagons

Momcozy S9 Pro Wearable Breast Pump — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $96; street price: $120

What we like: Our budget wearable breast pump pick. A great option if you’re willing to forego some perks, such as an app or timer. Once the pumps are fitted correctly, the suction is incredibly efficient. Flange made from food-grade silicone is surprisingly comfortable.

Other things to know: Fit, while comfortable, is awkward-looking. Parts feel cheaper to the touch, and there’s no app. The battery life doesn’t match the promise of six to nine pumping sessions, or 180 minutes. Recurring deal price.

Read more: The Best Wearable Breast Pumps

Magna-Tiles Classic 100-Piece Set — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $84; street price: $120

What we like: A tried-and-true building toy staff pick from our guide to the best STEM toys. Wirecutter kids love Magna-Tiles, and the experts agree. Magnets make cleanup a breeze. Vibrant colors and fun shapes help stimulate imagination. An endless possibility of shapes and designs to be made.

Other things to know: Abstract and complicated shapes can be frustrating for early preschoolers. 100-piece set includes a good variety of basic shapes.

Read more: Learning Toys and STEM Toys We Love

Gift deals

The budget pick Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 instant camera.
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Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera Bundle — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $70; street price: $90

What we like: A bundle including our budget pick instant camera. Takes good-looking wallet-sized photos for 60¢ per print. Durable, compact body. Three easy-to-use settings: on, off, and close-up (for selfies). Built-in automatic flash and selfie mirror.

Other things to know: Bundle includes camera, two AA batteries, 10-sheet pack of film, 2 photo frames, camera case, photo album, and marker. Available in mint, blue, and purple at differing retailers.

Read more: The Best Instant Camera

Ticket to Ride Board Game — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $25; street price: $48

What we like: Our top pick for a standout train-themed board game for adults. A game night staple that's fun to play again and again. Simple to learn. Players compete to build the best train route across North America—the longer the route, the more points you get.

Other things to know: Board is quite large on a table. Two to five players. Less interaction than games that involve trading, but players build on the same board. Games last 30 to 60 minutes; rounds can drag on with more players.

Read more: The Best Beginner Board Games for Adults

Keebofly Wall Mounted Jewelry Organizer — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $37; street price: $42

What we like: A staff pick for a wall-mounted jewelry cabinet. Half-glass door lets you see contents even when closed. Ample jewelry storage organized into sections. Burlap-covered corkboard for pins and brooches inside door. Removable T-shaped bar at the bottom for extra accessories.

Other things to know: Takes up significant wall space at 16 inches tall without T-bar and 120-degree door-opening range. On sale in white; black is $1 more.

Read more: Instagram’s Beautiful Organization Hacks Don’t Work for Me. But These Do.

Garmin Varia RTL515 Taillight — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $150; street price: $200

What we like: A smart taillight we like as a gift for cyclists. Good for riders who like to pedal alone on busy roads. Radar-powered to sound an alert as soon as it “sees” rear-approaching vehicles. Displays cars as orange dots on a rider’s Garmin app or Garmin bike computer screen.

Other things to know: Radar picks up any vehicle approaching from behind and traveling faster than you are, which may be more annoying than helpful in some scenarios, like biking with slower cyclists. Garmin bike computer sold separately.

Read more: The 30 Best Gifts for Cyclists

Breeo Outpost Grill — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $128; street price: $150

What we like: A gift pick in our guide to gifts for everyone on your list. For cooking over an open flame. Anchor pole drives into ground and circular cooking grate screws on, so you can adjust the height. Handle stays cool, unless fire touches it. Grate does not bow or bend.

Other things to know: Stainless steel finish is easy to clean. Total weight, with carrying case, is 10 pounds, so it's not well-suited for a backpacking trip.

Read more: The Best 39 Christmas Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Lyrically Correct 90's and 2000's Hip Hop and R & B Music Trivia Card Game — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $25

What we like: A gift pick in our guide to last-minute father's day gifts. A competitive card game that features multiple-choice questions. Warning: questions may elicit nostalgia and/or good-natured rivalry.

Other things to know: Lyrically Correct offers three other trivia games, and a bundle of all four together.

Read more: The 32 Best Last-Minute Father’s Day Gifts

Uni-ball Jetstream RT Pens (3-pack) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $7; street price: $10

What we like: Our top everyday ballpoint pen pick. Produces the darkest lines of any ballpoint pen we tested. Fast-drying ink flows out smoothly and evenly without skipping. Relatively affordable for the quality it offers.

Other things to know: 0.7mm fine point tip. Deal on assorted or black colors, pack of three. Matches the lowest price we've seen.

Read more: The Best Pen

Urban Decay Naked3 Soft Pink Eyeshadow Palette — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $30; street price: $59

What we like: An eyeshadow palette gift pick in our guide to the best birthday gifts for her. Intensely pigmented but blendable colors. Versatile. Features 12 mostly pink-hued neutrals in a variety of matte and shimmery finishes.

Other things to know: Supervising beauty editor Hannah Morrill credits this palette with teaching her how to use eyeshadow.

Read more: The 11 Best Birthday Gifts for Her

Alaska Bear Natural Silk Sleep Mask — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $9; street price: $12

What we like: Our top pick for a flat silk mask featured in many of our guides. Effectively blocks out unwanted light. Adjustable straps. Silk lining. Good for folks who don't want a contoured sleep mask.

Other things to know: Flat design may put pressure on the eyes. Street price has come down since the beginning of this year.

Read more: The Best Sleep Mask

Nidra Deep Rest Eye Mask — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $14; street price: $20

What we like: Our top pick for a structured, lightweight convex sleep mask. Fits comfortably and blocks light well for a wide variety of face shapes. Deep eyecups don’t press on eyelids during sleep, improving comfort. Adjustable strap secures a snug fit without snagging on hair.

Other things to know: Material isn’t as soft as our other picks. Doesn't work for all faces. Works best for side and back sleepers and could get knocked off during restless sleep. Hand-wash only.

Read more: The Best Sleep Mask

Maui Gold Pineapples — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $48; street price: $60

What we like: A gift pick in our guide for the best host and hostess. Grown on the slopes of Haleakalā. Handpicked at peak ripeness.

Other things to know: Sweeter and juicier than what’s available in mainland grocery stores. The price makes it appropriate mostly for special occasions.

Read more: The 23 Best Host and Hostess Gifts

Exploding Kittens Card Game — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $10; street price: $20

What we like: A pick in a number of our gift guides. A silly romp of a card game that’s just edgy enough to interest easily distractible players. Fun to play with the whole family. Popular cross between Apples to Apples and Russian Roulette. Never gets old, with plenty of expansions available.

Other things to know: Two to five players. 15-minute games. Great for kids 7 and older. Opt for store pickup at Target; free shipping for Circle Card and Circle 360 members.

Read more: The 29 Best Gifts for Families

Paper Love Lovely Roses Pop Up Card — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $12; street price: $14

What we like: A pop up flower bouquet card we like as a gift for weddings or Valentine's Day. Illustrated on the front, the card folds flat and reveals an impressive, upright bouquet of flowers when you open it. Removable note card has space to write a meaningful message to recipient.

Other things to know: Five-by-seven-inch card. A great way to jazz up a cash or check gift.

Read more: 14 Great Wedding Gifts (That You Won’t Find on the Couple’s Registry)

Raptic Bike Link + Lock Carabiner — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $24; street price: $30

What we like: A combination-lock carabiner gift pick for cyclists and gadget lovers. Heavy-duty polycarbonate combination-lock carabiner securely attaches an Apple AirTag, our favorite Bluetooth tracker, to anything you might want to keep track of.

Other things to know: Apple Airtag not included. About 4 inches and 4 ounces. Won't stand up to bolt cutters. Good for tracking, not locking.

Read more: The 30 Best Gifts for Cyclists

Cincha Travel Belt — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $32; street price: $36

What we like: A luggage helper we recommend for frequent travelers. Wide nylon strap with sturdy buckle to keep your carry-on firmly attached to your roller bag. Frees up a hand, shoulder, or back for a smoother trip through the airport.

Other things to know: A hidden elastic loop keeps the belt attached, even when it’s unclasped. Tote bag not included. All color options are on sale. Not the lowest we've seen, but still a decent value. At Cincha direct, the deal price includes shipping.

Read more: The 43 Best Gifts for Frequent Travelers

National Geographic Mega Science Advent Calendar — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $22; street price: $40

What we like: A gift pick for kids in our advent calendar guide. Great for budding scientists. Contains 13 easy experiments to make snow, grow crystals, and dig for gold plus 11 treasure-worthy rocks and fossils. Bonus points that it’s not candy!

Other things to know: Before they even get to December 1, they get to open the protective goggles. Safety first! Recommended for kids 8 to 12, and it could be fun as a family project.

Read more: Our 20 Favorite Advent Calendars of 2024

Cafflano Klassic Portable All-in-One Coffee Maker — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $48; street price: $60

What we like: A perfect gift for a coffee lover who likes convenience. An all-in-one grinder, brewer, and insulated mug. Works well anywhere—just add beans and hot water. Recommended by Yuki Izumi, coffee director at Hi-Collar, a café and sake bar in New York City’s East Village.

Other things to know: Lidded tumbler is insulated.

Read more: The 33 Best Gifts for Coffee Lovers

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PlayStation deals

Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition (No Disc Drive) — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $374; street price: $450

What we like: The "Slim" version of our top PlayStation game console pick, without a disc drive. Slightly narrower and shorter than the OG. 1 TB storage (up from 825 GB).

Other things to know: No disc drive, so you can’t watch Blu-rays or take advantage of used games, or old PS4 discs. Still some backwards compatibility issues with PS4 games and exclusives. No Dolby Vision or or DTS:X support. Despite being called the "Slim," it's still quite bulky. Lowest price we've seen.

Read more: Choosing the Right PlayStation 5

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