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Black Friday is just a few hours away, and Amazon has already kicked off the holiday shopping season with tons of fantastic deals. Amazon shoppers can snag big discounts on all kinds of products right now, from smart TVs to mattresses.
If you're worried about inflation this year, Amazon's Black Friday deals offer some of the best savings, with many sale prices matching or beating what we saw during the retailer's Prime Day event in October. If you're on the hunt for gifts (for yourself or others), there's a good chance you'll find what you're looking for at a discount.
To help you get the best holiday savings, we're rounding up all of Amazon's deals ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, along with details on what we expect once the main event kicks off on November 25.
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The best Black Friday Amazon device deals
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Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen)
The latest of the Echo Dot lineup, the 5th Gen comes with a handful of new features including better audio and built-in Eero. Right now it's down to only $40, matching the lowest price we've seen for this new speaker so far.
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Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite
Amazon's most affordable Fire TV device, the Fire TV Stick Lite, works by simply plugging into an HDMI port and connecting to the internet to bring your favorite services to your TV. This model delivers HD playback and includes an Alexa Voice Remote. Currently down to $15, this is a new all-time low and an especially worthwhile deal for an entry-level streaming device.
Amazon Fire TV Cube
The Fire TV Cube turns dumb TVs into smart TVs, so you can watch all your favorite shows from streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video and control your cable or satellite box.
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Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) and 1 month of Amazon Music Unlimited
For homes that use Alexa as a smart assistant, the 3rd Gen Echo Dot is a compact and versatile speaker that slots right into your smarthome network. For only $10, you can get one with the added bonus of one month of Amazon Music Unlimited.
The best Black Friday Amazon TV deals
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Hisense 50-inch U6 QLED 4K Fire TV
This 50-inch 4K display has Amazon's Fire TV platform built-in for easy access to tons of popular streaming apps. It also boasts advanced picture quality features like wide color support, up to 600 nits of brightness, and local dimming. At a deal price of $350, this is an excellent option for buyers who want a smaller TV that doesn't sacrifice image performance.
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Hisense 65-inch U7H 4K TV
Hisense's U7H is one of the best bang-for-your-buck TVs. This midrange model delivers HDR picture quality that's on par with sets that cost a lot more. It's on sale now for an all-time low of $700.
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LG 42-inch C2 OLED 4K TV
The C2 is one of the best OLEDs you can buy and it comes in a small 42-inch size that's perfect for gamers who want to use it as a monitor and TV. This $900 sale price is the best deal we've seen so far.
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Sony 65-inch X90K 4K TV
Sony's 2022 midrange LCD TV is a solid pick for buyers who want a good all-around 4K display. It has local dimming for improved contrast, along with wide color capabilities and support for the Google TV streaming platform. This $1,000 deal price is a new low for the 65-inch model.
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Samsung 65-inch S95B OLED 4K TV
Samsung's first 4K OLED is also one of the very first OLED TVs to feature quantum dots. This technology allows the display to produce a wider range of colors than typical OLEDs. $1,800 is a new low price for this brand-new high-end set.
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Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2021)
Compared to the Roku Streaming Stick+, the new Streaming Stick 4K provides an improved viewing experience by adding support for Dolby Vision. This advanced high dynamic range (HDR) format can provide better picture quality on TVs that support it. Right now you can get it on sale for only $25, the best price we've seen for it yet.
The best Amazon Black Friday tech deals
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)
The second-generation AirPods Pro are Apple's best premium earbuds yet, with much improved sound quality and noise cancellation. Deals on newly released Apple products are rare, but the second-gen AirPods Pro are already on sale for $50 off their regular price — the lowest we've seen so far.
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Apple iPad Mini 6th-generation 64GB (2021)
The 6th-generation iPad Mini features an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, Apple's A15 Bionic processor from the iPhone 13 series, and a design that looks like the iPad Air. It's a compact, portable powerhouse. It's not uncommon to find one on sale, but $400 is an especially rare, low price. Just note that the Space Gray model goes for $460.
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Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard
The K380 is a quiet, ultra-portable keyboard that can connect up to three devices, meaning you can switch seamlessly between a laptop, tablet, and phone. It's one of the best keyboards for mobile devices, and it's currently the lowest price we've seen it all year.
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Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony's WH-1000XM4 are our go-to pair of headphones when we look for a balance, sound quality, noise-cancelling performance, and price. They’re on sale for $228 ahead of Black Friday, which is the lowest price we’ve seen them at.
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Meta Quest 2 with Resident Evil 4 and Beat Saber Bundle (128GB)
As part of a special Black Friday promotion, you can now snag a Meta Quest 2 VR headset (128GB) with two free games, Beat Saber and Resident Evil 4, for $350. The headset typically comes with Beat Saber for $400, so this deal saves you $50 and adds an extra free game.
The best Amazon Black Friday home and kitchen deals
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Amazon Smart Thermostat
The Amazon Smart Home Thermostat is a simple, Alexa-enabled, inexpensive smart home thermostat to control your home's temperature. It doesn't have a microphone or camera, so Alexa voice commands rely on another voice-enabled Alexa device, like an Echo smart speaker. Right now, it's down to an all-time low price.
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Casper Essential Pillow
We’re fans of Casper’s pillows; we ranked the Original as the best pillow for side sleepers in our buying guide to the best pillows you can buy. The Essential pillow is soft and breathable on the outside and supportive on the inside. At $30, it matches the lowest price we've come across this year.
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Sengled Smart Color-Changing LED light bulbs (single pack)
Sengled's smart color-changing light bulb is significantly more affordable than bulbs from big names like Philips. For about $12, this single bulb is more affordable than ever.
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Instant Pot Duo Crisp Pressure Cooker with Air Fryer (8 Qt)
The Instant Pot Duo Crisp is a pressure cooker, slow cooker, air fryer, and sous vide machine all in one, making it one of the most useful and economical small appliances we tested. While it's not the lowest we've seen it, it's the best price in months.
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Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System (SS351)
The Ninja SS351 Foodi Power Blender also functions as a food processor and comes with a bunch of extras, like a smoothie bowl. While we haven't tested it yet, it is extremely highly rated. The price frequently fluctuates between $200 and $180 for this model. It’s not the lowest price we’ve seen, but you’re still saving some money.
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Bissell CrossWave Max Vacuum and Mop
Easy to use on both area rugs and hard floors, the Bissell 2554A Crosswave Cordless Max is a versatile cleaner that will save you time. Often priced around $400, the vac’s Black Friday price is a 27% discount.
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Nespresso Vertuo Next Espresso Maker
The Wi-Fi-enabled Vertuo Next is a compact Nespresso machine that heats up in 30 seconds and is compatible with Vertuo capsules. Snag it for over $65 off its normal price for Black Friday.
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Leesa Original Mattress (Queen)
Though people who sleep in a variety of positions have positive things to say about it, the Leesa Mattress provides an exceptional balance of comfort and support for stomach sleepers. It's down to only $999, a worthwhile deal price though not the lowest we've seen.
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iRobot Roomba 694
This robot vacuum can be automated to work around your home schedule, and also works with virtual assistants like Alexa and Google Home. It's not the most powerful Roomba, but it handles hardwood floors, pet hair, and short carpets without issue. It's on sale for $95 off during Black Friday.
The best Amazon Black Friday health and fitness deals
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Hydro Flask Wide Mouth Cap Bottle (32-oz)
Hydro Flask makes some of our favorite water bottles — they’re basically indestructible without being bulky or heavy, and keep hot and cold beverages at their original temperature for at least 12 hours. It’s a solid, pragmatic gift for anyone who complains about forgetting to hydrate or is on the hunt for a reliable thermos.
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Embark Breed + Health Kit
Embark is one of the top-rated dog DNA tests to confirm your dog's breed and genetic health markers. It's down to a price matching lows we saw during Amazon Prime Day, making it especially worth buying.
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Fitbit Charge 5
Priced at an all-time low, the Charge 5 hits a budget-friendly price point while offering stellar activity tracking in a smaller footprint than a smartwatch.
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Fitbit Inspire 2
The Inspire 2 provides the standard features of Fitbit in a discreet, slim design that's comfortable on the wrist. It's on sale for $50 ahead of Black Friday
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LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
LifeStraws are portable filters that can make even some of the murkiest standing water drinkable. For backpackers and hikers, a LifeStraw can be an invaluable tool in dire situations. Down to under $13, now is a great time to buy one.
The best Amazon Black Friday style and beauty deals
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Revlon One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer
While Dyson’s Airwrap definitely lives up to its reputation of a coveted hair tool, it’s over $400. The Revlon One-Step brush, however, is a much better value for similar results and is additionally even cheaper thanks to its current Black Friday discount.
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Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Lotion
Drugstore skincare brand Cetaphil has a cult following among budget-savvy shoppers. The brand's products are formulated for sensitive skin and are fragrance free. For Black Friday, it's down $4 from its typical price since this summer.
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Jane Iredale Eyebrow Kit
Get perfect, natural-looking brows that are lustrous and smooth with this pigmented brow powder and nourishing botanical brow wax. The look is soft, not sticky. Travel-sized compact. This is an all-time low deal price.
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Braun Series 9 (9370cc)
The Braun Series 9 offers all of the latest features found in an electric razor to make it more comfortable to use, while also yielding a close shave. Currently down to $220, this is a worthwhile deal, though not quite the lowest we've seen for it thus far.
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First Aid Beauty Clean, Smooth + Groovy Gift Set
A five-piece kit of FABulous complexion-boosting essentials that cleanse,
exfoliate, and hydrate skin, this set is an excellent gift for skincare lovers. Down to $60, this deal matches discounts we've seen for it in the past.
Amazon Black Friday 2022: What to expect
If Amazon's second Prime Day is any indication, expect a little something for everyone on your list for Black Friday. Some of the best deals from the Prime Early Access Sale included 10% off the just-released second-generation Apple AirPods Pro, 13% off the 2022 iPad Air, and record-low prices on other Apple products. We also saw great deals on giftable Amazon devices, like the Kindle Paperwhite and Amazon Echo Show 8.
Other popular items from the second Prime Day were Casper pillows, Laniege's cult beauty products, the original Peloton Bike, and LG's 65-inch C1 OLED TV.
Of course, Amazon's Black Friday sale is a great opportunity to snag Amazon devices and you'll find great deals on smart TVs of all sizes and price points. In terms of home and kitchen, expect deals on vacuums from popular makers like Dyson, Shark, and Bissell, as well as kitchen appliances from Ninja, Instant Pot, and KitchenAid.
Last year, Amazon reported a record-breaking Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The retailer says toys, homeware, and apparel were its top-selling categories, with top gifts including the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer, Beats Solo3 Headphones, and the Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote.
When is Amazon's Black Friday?
This year, Black Friday 2022 lands on Friday, November 25, the day after Thanksgiving. Cyber Monday 2022 falls on November 28. While Amazon will certainly participate in Black Friday, it's clear there are plenty of Black Friday deals available right now.
Is Prime Day better than Black Friday?
Prime Day brings the lowest prices of the year on Amazon's own products. Prices for Amazon devices like Kindles, Fire TVs, and Echo devices are typically the lowest on Prime Day. It's worth noting that Amazon also owns Ring and Blink, which both offer home security systems.
That said, Prime Day is only for people who have a Prime membership. Black Friday, on the other hand, is open to everyone.
Generally speaking, discounts are more or less the same between Black Friday and Prime Day. We do typically see Prime Day-like pricing on Amazon devices on Black Friday. The bigger difference is Amazon's Black Friday sale offers price reductions on a wider range of products and categories. Amazon Black Friday deals include competitive pricing on big-ticket categories, from smart TVs to mattresses.
For understanding the real value of any deal, we recommend using the free tool CamelCamelCamel, which allows you to track the price history of everything on Amazon. We're also big fans of Keepa, which has a browser extension that actually offers a price history chart directly on each Amazon product page.
Do you need to be a Prime member to shop Black Friday at Amazon?
Unlike Prime Day, which requires a Prime subscription, Amazon's Black Friday sale is open to everyone.
However, Prime memberships comes with worthwhile perks. If you're like most Americans and plan to do most of your holiday shopping during Black Friday, we strongly suggest you become a Prime member.
What are the most popular Amazon devices to gift this year?
Knowing that Amazon tends to give the biggest discounts to its own devices, here's a quick rundown on this year's most popular devices.
- Kindles: This year, Amazon revamped its base Kindle model and introduced the brand new Kindle Scribe, an e-reader you can write on. These models are unlikely to see sales since they're such fresh releases, but you can expect to see older ones like the Kindle Oasis and Paperwhite, down to all-time lows. We also expect to see worthwhile bundle deals including Amazon's e-readers and accessories like cases and Kindle Unlimited.
- Echo speakers: We're seeing big discounts on Amazon's brand-new 5th Generation Echo Dot. We also often see deals with Echo speakers of every price point bundled with other smart gear, like smart bulbs, Ring doorbells, and more.
- Fire TV devices: Amazon also announced a new Fire TV Omni QLED this fall, and it's being discounted right now. If you're hunting for even better deals, though, keep an eye out for Amazon's older TV models and Fire TV streaming devices — they'll probably drop to their best prices of the year.
- Ring and Blink security cameras: Amazon's new array of 2022 devices includes the new Ring Spotlight Cam Pro, the Blink Mini Cam Tilt, and the Blink Wired Floodlight camera for keeping tabs on your home, inside and out. They might drop in price this Black Friday, but if you're looking for a sure bet, keep an eye on Ring doorbells and older Blink camera models. They often drop to all-time lows both individually and bundled together.
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As a Tech Deals and Streaming Reporter for Insider's Reviews team, Sarah covers the latest movie and series releases along with the best sales on products we recommend. Prior to joining Insider Inc., she was a Deals Writer at Wirecutter, a New York Times company.
After graduating from California State University, Fullerton with a degree in Marketing, Sarah started out as a Freelance Deals Writer at Wirecutter; there she focused on newsletter creation, social media promotion, and syndication in addition to deals writing before stepping into a full-time role. Her accomplishments from this position, in addition to the countless deals she's written, include implementing multiple social media marketing campaigns and launching a Deals Facebook group for the company.
Say hi (or send a picture of your pet) to Sarah at
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