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All the best early Black Friday deals at Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Walmart

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UPDATE: Nov. 27, 2024, 7:45 p.m. EST The week of Black Friday is finally here. We're tracking all the best deals across retailers and updating this list as things come in and go out of stock.

Best Early Black Friday Deals
Best Apple deal
Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD)
$749 at Amazon (Save $250)
A 2022 Apple MacBook Air
Best robot vacuum deal
Roborock Qrevo S
$459.99 at Amazon (Save $340)
A Roborock Qrevo S
Best headphone deal
Bose QuietComfort headphones
$199 at Amazon (Save $150)
A pair of Bose QuietComfort headphones
Best laptop deal
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)
$1,399 at Amazon (Save $200)
An Apple MacBook Pro laptop
Best tablet deal
Apple iPad, 9th generation (A13, 64GB, WiFi)
$199.99 at Target (Save $129.01)
An Apple iPad 9th generation
Best Kindle deal
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
$154.99 at Amazon (Save $45)
An Amazon Paperwhite Signature Edition
Best Echo deal
Amazon Echo Pop
$17.99 at Amazon (Save $22)
An Amazon Echo Pop
Best TV deal
Hisense 85-inch QD6 QLED 4K Google TV
$649.99 at Best Buy (Save $450)
A Hisense 85-inch QLED QD6 TV
Best fitness tracker deal
Oura Ring Gen3 (Horizon, Gold)
Starting at $249 at Best Buy
An Oura ring in gold
Best kitchen deal
KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
$279.99 at Target (Save $170)
A KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

The time is nigh. In a matter of hours our bellies — and shopping carts — will be full. While Black Friday properly falls on Nov. 29. this year, retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target have already kicked off their sales early.

Truly, the sheer volume of deals is dizzying. You're in luck though, as we've done the leg work for you. We've been tracking the best Black Friday deals for weeks, finding the lowest prices on all the big names: Apple, Bose, Sony, Samsung, and more.

If you want to get a head start, you can start shopping early Black Friday deals right now. So, for our early birds, here are the best deals to shop.

Best Apple deal

A 2022 Apple MacBook Air
Credit: Apple

Why we like it

Check out our full review of the M2 MacBook Air.

"A couple of weeks ago, the MacBook Air got a quiet RAM upgrade, without a price hike. Now, we're seeing the M2 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage on sale for $749, officially back to its lowest price ever. With these specs, this MacBook will be more than capable of handling everyday tasks with ease, while offering you more flexibility to run more (and more intensive) programs at once. Considering Mashable reporter Alex Perry called this laptop "just about the ideal work-from-home (or work-from-wherever, really) companion," in his review, this memory upgrade is certainly welcome." – Bethany Allard, Shopping Reporter

More Apple deals

MacBook Air (13-inch)

MacBook Air (15-inch)

MacBook Pro

Mac

iPad

iPad Air

iPad mini

iPad Pro

Apple Watches

AirPods

AirTags and Apple Pencil

Best robot vacuum deal

A Roborock Qrevo S
Credit: Roborock
Roborock Qrevo S
$459.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $340
 

Why we like it

"I think of the Roborock Qrevo S as the diet version of my favorite self-emptying robot vacuum right now, the Roborock Qrevo Master. And unless you're open to spending $1,000 or more on a robot vacuum, you can probably live without the Qrevo Master's fluff features like a livestream pet camera or extending side mop — especially when, at this price, you could buy a Qrevo S for two stories of your home for less than the price of one on-sale Qrevo Master.

Opting for the cheaper Qrevo is still a solid move: Compared to other 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop combos also on sale for Black Friday, the Qrevo S is one of the rare options under $500 that washes and dries its mopping pads." — Leah Stodart, Senior Shopping Reporter

More robot vacuum deals

Robot vacuum and mop combos

Best headphones deal

A pair of Bose QuietComfort headphones
Credit: Bose
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
$199 at Amazon
$349 Save $150
 

Why we like it

"Bose makes some of the best headphones they've tested. The brand's QuietComfort line-up strikes the genius balance of sound quality and comfort. While the QuietComfort Ultra headphones and earbuds are the most elevated Bose models, the basic QuietComforts are still great.

If you don't need spatial audio, but you do want sound that will make your music sound better, elevating drop beats and sick synth, go for the Bose QuietComfort headphones. The power button on the side is responsive, and the battery is insanely long. I wore these while taking the train from Boston to New York and by the time I reached my destination, they still had 50% battery life.

Normally, $349, the Bose QuietComfort headphones are down to $199. That saves you $150 for 43% savings." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More headphone and speaker deals

Headphones

Earbuds

Speakers

Best laptop deal

microsoft surface laptop with abstract background on screen
Credit: Microsoft

Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7.

"Microsoft's Copilot+ PC has an even longer battery life than the new M4 MacBook Pros — it lasted nearly 23 hours in our testing — and it comes with AI features that 'make Windows fun again,' Gedeon wrote. She gave it a 4.8/5; it's a Mashable Choice Award winner and our current favorite laptop for most people, barring any app compatibility issues.

The upgraded configuration that Gedeon tested is a 13-inch model featuring a Snapdragon X Elite processor, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage. It usually retails for $1,999.99, but Amazon and the Microsoft Store both have it listed for $1,599.99, or 20% off. That's its biggest discount to date." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

More laptop and computer deals

For MacBook and Mac deals, scroll back up to the Apple deals section.

Windows laptops

Chromebooks

Gaming laptops

Best tablet deal

An Apple iPad 9th generation
Credit: Apple
Apple iPad, 9th generation (A13, 64GB, WiFi)
$199.99 at Target
$329 Save $129.01
 

Why we like it

"An iPad under $200 is a true gift this holiday season. Apple's 9th generation model is down to $199.99 at Target, less than a dollar short of its lowest price ever. While there might be newer generations available, this is the most budget-friendly model, especially now that it's $129 off.

The 9th generation Apple iPad comes with the A13 bionic chip, which provides plenty of processing power for streaming, gaming, or working. The 10.2-inch retina display gives plenty of space for your creative pursuits, as it's compatible with the first generation of Apple Pencil.

Now is the right time to shop, as you can find the Apple iPad 9th generation for 39% off." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More tablet deals

For Apple iPad deals, scroll back up to the Apple deals section.

Best Kindle deal

An Amazon Paperwhite Signature Edition
Credit: Amazon
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
$154.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $45
 

Why we like it

"The new batch of 2024 Kindles are the fastest yet, turning pages quickly and with less delay when switching between books in your library. The Kindle Paperwhite and Signature Edition both have bright, high-contrast screens, so you can read in any environment. While I prefer the Kindle Paperwhite over the Signature Edition most of the time, right now you can't beat the SE's Black Friday price.

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is 23% off, bringing it down to $154.99. That's some big savings ($45 to be exact) on a device that's usually $200. You get everything you love in the Paperwhite, lightweight and waterproof design, with the added benefits of double the storage, wireless charging, and auto-adjusting brightness." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More Kindle deals

More e-reader deals

Best Echo device deal

An Amazon Echo Pop
Credit: Amazon
Amazon Echo Pop
$17.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $22.00
 

Why we like it

"The line-up of Amazon Echo devices is sprawling. You can find everything from a multitasking smart speaker to a touchscreen smart home hub. The absolute best deal on Echo devices right now is on the Amazon Echo Pop. This small but mighty device with a quality speaker and built-in assistant so you can play music just by calling out to Alexa.

Currently, it's down to $17.99 — its lowest price ever. That knocks 55% off the regular price for $22 in savings. While we expect this price to hang around through Black Friday weekend, you can rest assured you're getting it at a great deal when you buy now." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More Echo deals

Best TV deal

A Hisense 85-inch QLED QD6 TV
Credit: Hisense
Hisense 85-inch QD6 QLED 4K Google TV
$649.99 at Best Buy
$1,099.99 Save $450
 

Why we like it

"Black Friday is all about huge discounts on huge TVs, and this 85-inch Hisense model is a perfect case in point: Now just $650, it's far cheaper than any other TV this big — not just at Best Buy, but at Amazon and Walmart, too. (And abnormally-cheap-for-their-size TVs are really more Walmart's thing.) The fact that it has a bright and vibrant QLED display, not a standard 4K screen, sweetens the deal even further.

Kind of surprised this one wasn't chosen as a doorbuster, TBH. Let's call it a hidden gem." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

More TV deals

TV deals are sorted by size, then price.

43- to 50-inch TVs

55-inch TVs

65-inch TVs

75-inch TVs and larger

Streaming devices and media players

Best fitness tracker deal

An Oura ring in gold
Credit: Oura
Oura Ring Gen3 (Horizon, Gold)
$349 at Best Buy
$449 Save $100
 

Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the Oura Ring Gen3.

"The previous-gen Oura Ring is an excellent fitness wearable with heart-rate and blood oxygen monitoring, temperature and activity tracking, and a multi-day battery life — all wrapped up in a sleek, durable titanium design. It's on sale at Best Buy this Black Friday for $50 to $200 off, depending on the style and finish (starting from $249.99)." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

More fitness tracker deals

For Apple Watch deals, scroll back up to the Apple deals section.

Best kitchen deal

A KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
Credit: KitchenAid
KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
$279.99 at Target
$449.99 Save $170
 

Why we like it

"If you're getting ready to whip up dozens of Christmas cookies, don't even think about doing it all by hand. Sure, it will be a great arm workout, but at what cost? Upgrade your kitchen tools ahead of the holiday season with the KitchenAid 5.5-quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer. It has twice the power of KitchenAid's standard tilt-head mixer and can mix batches of 11 dozen cookies at a time. This mixer is no joke.

You can get the savings ahead of Black Friday as it's marked down to $279.99, saving you $170 for 38% off." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More kitchen deals

Best home deal

A Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum
Credit: Dyson
Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum
$349.99 at Walmart
$599.99 Save $250
 

Why we like it

"As you get ready for guests during the holidays, a vacuum is your best friend. It sucks up crumbs leftover from dinner, or anything trailed in on winter boots. In the panic of prepping for visitors, if you don't want to deal with cords or bags, look to the Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum.

It had whole-machine filtration to seeks to remove the smallest particles from pollen to bacteria. Plus there's nothing worse than hair getting stuck in the vacuum head, but it automatically detangles hair. Ahead of Black Friday, you can find this vacuum for just $349.99. That saves you $250, for banging savings of 42%." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More home deals

Best mattress deal

A Nectar mattress on a platform bed
Credit: Nectar
Nectar Premier Memory Foam Mattress (Queen)
$949 at Nectar
$2,286 Save $1,337
 

Why we like it

"We’re shocked by how many mattress deals are popping off this early in the game. While there are great discounts across the board, the Nectar Premier Memory Foam Mattress (Queen) has our vote as the best deal ahead of Black Friday.

This 13-inch-thick mattress has twice as much pressure-relieving memory foam as the Nectar Classic, 60 percent more cooling, and is currently 50% off. With five layers of premium OEKO-TEX-certified materials, this mattress will provide an incredibly comfortable and supportive night's sleep. There’s also a 365-day trial and forever warranty, so if you don’t absolutely love it, you can return it." — Tabitha Britt, Mashable Contributor

More mattress deals

Best streaming deal

The green Hulu logo in front of a black background
Credit: Hulu
Hulu with ads monthly subscription
$0.99/month for one year (save $108)

Why we like it

"Hulu remains the top dog when it comes to Black Friday deals. For the second year in a row, the streamer is offering an entire year of Hulu with ads for just $0.99 per month. That's less than $12 total for an entire year of streaming. It's a bit surprising, honestly, as Hulu upped the cost of its basic plan just last month from $7.99 per month to $9.99 per month. In other words, the savings this year are even more impressive — 90% or $108 in total over 12 months.

Hulu is the streaming home for three of our favorite shows of 2023, The Bear, Abbott Elementary, and Reservation Dogs, as well as our top favorite show of 2024, Shōgun. It's also where you'll find episodes of ABC shows the day after they air, like Dancing with the Stars, and Neon movies fresh out of the theaters, like Cuckoo (coming Dec. 17)." — Christina Buff, Mashable Contributor

More streaming deals

Best book deal

The cover of Wicked by Gregory Maguire
Credit: Walmart

Why we like it

"It's safe to say that the Wicked craze is in full swing. Whether you're holding space for all the memes the press tour is delivering or already ready for your second in-theater watch, have you considered reading the source material? And we're not talking about The Wizard of Oz.

The musical is based on Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, the novel by Gregory Maguire, and if you, or the biggest Wicked fan in your life, are eager to dive deeper into the world, now is a great time to pick up a copy. Ahead of Black Friday, Walmart is offering 50% off the novel, bringing it down to $10.

Wicked not your thing? Don't sweat because the Black Friday book deals are endless. Explore more deals on fiction, non-fiction, YA, and cookbooks below." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More book deals

Kindle book deals

Best gaming deal

The cover of The Last of Us Part I video game
Credit: Sony
The Last of Us Part I
$29.99 at Best Buy
$69.99 Save $40
 

Why we like it

"The second season of The Last of Us is coming in 2025, and if you still haven't played the video game, now is your time to catch up. Ahead of Black Friday, find The Last of Us Part I for PlayStation 5 marked down 57%. It's down to $29.99, saving you $40. Plus, you can save 15% on Astro Gaming headsets with the purchase of a video game at Best Buy.

And while you're at it, you may as well pick up "The Last of Us Part II Remastered" for PlayStation 5, which is also on sale ahead of Black Friday." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More gaming deals under $50

Best toy deal

A Star Wars Lego Set
Credit: Walmart

Why we like it

"The Office Lego Set may have sold out at Walmart within a day or so of dropping, but we still have another favorite Lego deal to highlight. Star Wars fans will get a huge kick out of the Lego Star Wars Ahsoka Tano’s T-6 Jedi Shuttle. With a rotating cockpit, signature red wings, and four figurines including bounty hunter and Sith, this is an action-packed set. Walmart's nearly 28% discount drops this set to $45, beating Best Buy's price by $13.99 on the same model number." — Gabriel Morgan, Mashable Contributor

More toys and games deals

Lego deals

Toy deals

Board game deals

Best beauty tech deal

t3 aire luxe with case
Credit: T3
T3 Aire Luxe
$249.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $50
 

Why we like it

"The Dyson Airwrap is often a popular purchase this time of year, on account of the fact it's $600 at full price. While it is on sale, we recommend checking out our guide to the best Airwrap dupes. Specifically, grab the T3 Aire 360, which comes with curling wands, a standard dryer attachment, and a round brush. What I enjoyed the most about this multi-styler, however, was its vegan leather carrying case, which was easier to use and took up way less space than every other multi-styler I've tried, including the Airwrap." — Bethany Allard, Lead Shopping Reporter

More beauty tech deals

Hair dryer deals

Hot air styler deals

Skincare tech deals

Hot tools deals

For more Black Friday coverage, check out our sister sites CNET, ZDNET, and PCMag.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This year, Black Friday officially starts on Nov. 29. However, sales started far earlier. Amazon and Best Buy launched their sales on Nov. 21. In fact, as soon as November kicked off, we saw major savings across retailers. And the majority of big retailers have already started official Black Friday sales.

If you plan on shopping in-store, sales likely won't hit stores until Nov. 29.

The Mashable Shopping team researches and reports on deals constantly throughout the year, and while we see many items go on sale at deep discounts in the weeks leading up to Black Friday, we always encounter new record lows on the day of. That said, an item on your wish list may be worth buying during a pre-Black Friday sale if's a popular gift or already abnormally cheap: Products that sell out ahead of time aren't always restocked for the actual event.

Black Friday is a shopping holiday that takes place every year on the day right after Thanksgiving. It used to be synonymous with late-night stampedes, viral fistfights, and long lines of tents pitched outside of department stores because the best doorbusters were available exclusively in person. But many retailers have made their Black Friday deals available online in recent years, turning it into a hybrid event; you can score great deals by camping out on a store's website instead of its literal doorstep nowadays.

Modern Black Fridays have also tended to spill well beyond the bounds of their traditional single-day slots. It's not abnormal to see retailers offering "early Black Friday deals" and "Black Friday preview deals" even before Halloween to keep things ultra-competitive.

Black Friday is no longer just on Friday — since retailers started rolling out their deals as early as October. We can honestly say that Black Friday is now a two-month affair.

Once the clock strikes midnight on Black Friday though, see ya later. After that, everything switches into Cyber Monday mode. The deals are largely the same, but we might see some Cyber Monday-exclusive deals show up.

Cyber Monday officially starts on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, but the online push for shopping holidays over the last few years has meant that they all kind of blur together. We wouldn't be surprised if retailers began using Cyber Monday or Cyber Weekend language as early as Saturday, Nov. 30.

The National Retail Federation officially coined the term "Cyber Monday" in 2005 after it noticed that in previous years, the Monday after Thanksgiving saw a massive uptick in online sales. It credited the phenomenon to two factors: Online retailers were starting to vie for a slice of the Black Friday pie, and shoppers were waiting to peruse the deals on their faster work computers come Monday morning. (At the time, office PCs had better broadband than home setups.)

There's little difference between Black Friday and Cyber Monday these days because of the former's shift online, and based on our experience, neither is a categorically "better" day to shop. Sometimes it's worth waiting to see if an item you find on sale during Black Friday goes on sale at an even cheaper price on Cyber Monday — but again, you also run the risk of it selling out.

Price-tracking sites and coupon-hunting browser extensions can do a lot of the heavy lifting for you — our favorites include Honey, SlickDeals, Keepa, and camelcamelcamel. We'll also be keeping track of the best Black Friday deals ourselves right here on this page once they start bubbling up, so bookmark it for future reference.

If you want to seek out deals yourself, keep an eye out for dedicated Black Friday landing pages on retailers' websites. These serve as hubs for their best offers.

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