It’s officially autumn and Amazon prices are falling faster than the leaves outside! October Prime Day may officially be slated for October 8 through October 9, but we’re already seeing a deals pile up — including all-time low prices on an iPad and MacBook Air. How do you like them Apples? With that in mind, now would be a “prime” time to score must-haves across categories well ahead of that mad dash for holiday gifts in a few months.
If you consider yourself a savvy shopper who hits the event every year, you know that the MSRPs of some products might be inflated, and aren’t actually real deals. But if you haven’t been tracking the prices of all the fan-favorite items, don’t worry: We’re here to guide you and help make every dollar count.
To ensure you’re properly prepped, we’re sharing everything we know, including a few early October Prime Day deals you can snag right this moment.
Best early October Prime Day deals overall
Apple iPad 10.2 (9th Generation)
Save $130 Lowest price ever
Apple 2022 MacBook Air
Save $200 Lowest price ever
Saker Mini Chainsaw
Save $51 with Prime and coupon | Editor-approved
KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
Baseus Bowie MA10 Wireless Earbuds
Save $20 with coupon | Lowest price ever | Editor-approved
JoyJolt JoyFul Food Storage Containers, 24 Pieces
Qinlianf 5-Outlet Extender
Save $10 with Prime | Lowest price ever
Craftsman V20 Cordless Hand Vacuum
AquaSonic Black Series Ultra Whitening Toothbrush
Best early October Prime Day tech deals
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Never mind that it’s a previous-generation model: iPads hold their value, and this iteration is one of the best tablets you can buy, period — especially at this heavily discounted price. A price break of $130 is significant, but that markdown is even more eye-catching when you consider this model comes with 64GB of storage. This is the absolute lowest price on record for the 9th Generation iPad — we highly recommend grabbing it while it’s 40% off.
Save $130 Lowest price ever
$199 at Amazon
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Ready to do some more Apple picking? You don’t even have to drive to the orchard — just head over to Amazon and grab this lightweight MacBook Air while it’s on sale for its lowest price ever.
Don’t be deterred by the fact that this isn’t the newest model on the market; it still boasts up to 18 hours of use per charge, a vivid 13.6-inch display and weighs only 2.7 pounds for easy toting. If you’ve been meaning to upgrade from your snail-like computer, it would be wise to act quickly.
Check out our tech editor’s roundup of the best laptops for additional options.
Save $200 Lowest price ever
$799 at Amazon
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Listen up: Our senior tech writer, Rick Broida, has spent the past two decades testing (and testing, and re-testing) hundreds of earbuds. So, when he’s surprised by just how good a $40 pair performs, you need to check them out ASAP. When he tested some of the best earbuds on the market, he named this pair the best budget option, praising their sound quality and noise-canceling abilities. And this wallet-friendly option just got even more budget-friendly, currently down to $20 — the lowest we’ve ever seen them.
Save $20 with coupon | Lowest price ever | Editor-approved
$20 at Amazon
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Never fight with your family members over power outlets again. This electrifying gadget boasts five AC outlets and four USB ports, enough for everyone to charge their devices all at once. Oh, and this top-seller is so much sleeker than having a power strip on your floor. We’ve yet to see it on sale for less.
Check out our tech editor’s roundup of the products he can’t live without for gadgets and gizmos aplenty.
Save $10 with Prime | Lowest price ever
$10 at Amazon
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These second-gen top-sellers have hundreds of thousands of perfect ratings, thanks to their clear, rich sound quality, 24-hour battery life and convenient cord-free design. Apple is an in-demand brand that doesn’t need to have sales, so when it does, it’s worth taking note.
$89 at Amazon
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This No. 1 bestselling, solar-fueled charging bank packs 42,000mAh of power into its (admittedly) bulky frame, and even includes a flashlight that can run continuously for up to 100 hours. Plan on going camping this year? You’d be wise to pack this juuust in case. The starting price is heavily inflated, but you’re still getting it for close to as low as we’ve seen with this deal.
Save $273 with Prime and coupon
$27 at Amazon
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You can’t really put a price on having real peace of mind, but we’ll take 40% off! It’s a fabulous price and considering it has over 166,000 five-star ratings, you can feel confident in its effectiveness. It’s easy to set up (mounting hardware is included) and connect to Wi-Fi via the Ring app, so your home will feel more secure in a jiffy. Oh, and now you’ll be able to see when all of your Amazon goodies arrive.
$60 at Amazon
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Never lose your luggage, purse — anything, really — again. Just toss one of these smart tags inside the item you want to track, and you’ll be alerted of its whereabouts via your phone. The deal on this 4-pack brings each tag down to $20 (they typically retail for about $25 a pop).
$80 at Amazon
Best early October Prime Day beauty and style deals
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This No. 1 bestselling AquaSonic smart toothbrush hunts down and eliminates plaque. Its motor delivers 82,000 vibrations per minute and removes up to 10 times more buildup than an ordinary toothbrush.
With the brush, you also get an extra eight brush heads — each one should last you about three months, so eight should last you just over two years! No more shelling out piles of cash for replacement heads. The included travel case makes it easy to bring along on your next adventure, too.
$38 at Amazon
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These No. 1 bestselling patches use plant-based collagen, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to hydrate the delicate skin underneath your eyes. They also have a cooling effect to brighten tired eyes, which can give you a more youthful, refreshed appearance.
As the brand itself says, “It’s like an energy drink for your eyes!” Celebs like Leona Lewis also use the eye masks to retain their youthful glow.
$16 at Amazon
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Wild Growth’s plant-based formula, which includes olive, coconut and jojoba oils, works to promote hair growth and hair strength safely and naturally. Along with encouraging hair to grow longer and stronger, the oil also works to soften and detangle hair and reduce blow-drying time, which in turn helps reduce heat damage done to locks in the process of styling.
$9 at Amazon
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In case the idea of applying a snail secretion to your skin has never crossed your mind, take it from a slew of Amazon shoppers — it’s effective! This No. 1 bestselling serum was purchased by over 100,000 people in the past month alone, thanks to its lightweight, refreshing feel and hydrating, rejuvenating effects.
Snail mucin not only helps boost collagen and elastin for a firmer look and feel, but it can also gently exfoliate for a smoother texture while soothing the skin. Reviewers reported noticing everything from a brighter complexion to a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and dark spots.
Check out our beauty editor’s full CosRx review for more.
$15 at Amazon
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The “rich mom” trend is popping up everywhere and refers to a timeless, effortlessly put-together aesthetic that looks luxurious and expensive but doesn’t necessarily have to break the bank. Case in point: this chic sweatshirt, the epitome of “chic mom running errands” attire. Get it while it’s nearly 50% off.
$28 at Amazon
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With keratin, collagen and biotin, this spray promises to boost and strengthen fine and thin hair. Big names like Kyle Richards of Real Housewives fame also love the spray: “I will never not use [it] again,” she said on a recent Amazon livestream.
$12 at Amazon
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If you’d like fuller-looking tresses, choosing hair products formulated with biotin can help strengthen thinning hair and even promote growth. This duo contains powerhouse ingredients like camellia extract for shine and caffeine and niacinamide to improve blood circulation. This is close to the lowest price we’ve ever seen.
$25 at Amazon
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This bestselling cream contains three restorative ceramides, moisturizing hyaluronic acid and soothing niacinamide to combat dryness and reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness. We also love what it doesn’t contain: The eye cream is fragrance-free, hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic, which means it won’t clog pores.
$14 at Amazon
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We spotted Michelle Pfeiffer wearing a black turtleneck nearly identical to this one, which is currently on sale for the lowest price we’ve seen — just $28! This classic piece will be perfect for layering under your fall jackets and, when the time comes, your winter puffer. Reviewers like that it’s “not too tight.”
Save $22 with coupon | Lowest price ever
$28 at Amazon
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This multitasker will help your summer glow last long into fall. On her website, Martha Stewart revealed the 14 beauty products she “swears by,” and this glow-enhancing priming lotion is near the top of the list. Her trusted makeup artist of many years, Daisy Toye, said she applies it to Martha’s face after SPF to add dewiness and create “a smooth canvas for makeup.”
Infused with glycerin and shea butter, the lotion aims to hydrate and moisturize skin while enhancing its natural glow. Choose from five shades (prices vary slightly).
$12 at Amazon
Best early October Prime Day home deals
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Yard in need of some heavy-duty pruning? This small but mighty chainsaw is powerful enough to take down tree branches, yet weighs under 2.5 pounds. Plus, this top-seller is cordless for even more convenience.
One Yahoo editor gave it a try, writing, “While testing the Saker, I first noticed that it was very easy to hold in one hand. I also appreciated the safety features, including a safety lock that must be pressed before the saw activates. This gave me some comfort that it wouldn’t just ‘go off’ if I squeezed it too tight while walking between locations. It’s also easier to use than something like pruning shears, which can be heavy and unwieldy and take much longer to get the same job done.”
This is close to as low as we’ve ever seen it on sale for, so grab it and get some yard work done before it gets too cold!
Check out our full Saker Mini Chainsaw review for more.
Save $51 with Prime and coupon | Editor-approved
$29 at Amazon
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Thousands of Amazon shoppers love these sturdy containers, which have airtight seals to keep food fresh. They’re made of glass — but not just any glass. We’re talking about borosilicate glass, which is used on thermal tiles in space shuttles.
Not only does it conveniently allow you to see what’s packed inside, but it’s oven-safe up to 1,040°F and can go in the microwave without a lid. You can also store these containers in the freezer if you have leftovers you know you won’t get to right away.
$40 at Amazon
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Fall is prime baking season, and at 4.5 quarts, this No. 1 bestseller can hold enough dough to make up to eight dozen cookies at a time (though it won’t take up much room in your kitchen).
Oh, and you’ll get a beater, dough hook and whisk attachments for making practically any baked good under the sun. While this isn’t the lowest price we’ve ever seen, we’ll happily take a $60 discount.
$270 at Amazon
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When we tried out the Craftsman V20 Cordless Hand Vacuum over several months, we found it to be the best hand vacuum we’ve tested. It’s so much more powerful than its lightweight feel would imply, and we appreciated that it can be used to remove dust on furniture and higher surfaces in addition to floors.
It is bulkier than some of the other hand vacuums out there? Yes, but that’s to be expected given its performance. That said, it’s portable enough to bring from room to room without it feeling like a workout, and that’s all we can ask for.
$69 at Amazon
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This versatile skillet ain’t no flash in the pan — it’s been a staple in one Yahoo Life editor’s kitchen for years. Among its many perks are its lightweight, 2-pound design, as well as the removable silicone grip on its handle, which will protect your hands while you cook.
It’s also dishwasher-safe, but our editor says, “Cleanup is a breeze and only requires a few swipes with a soapy sponge, even around the rivets that secure the handle.” It’s currently within $2 of the lowest price we’ve seen all year.
Check out our roundup of the best nonstick pans for a full review.
$30 at Amazon
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We’re in a transitional clothing season, and whether you’re stowing away shorts and sundresses in the winter or puffer coats and comforters in the summer, these roomy storage bags will keep everything organized from season to season. Each one has an impressive 60-liter capacity, along with see-through front panels so you won’t forget what you stashed in them. At over 60% off, it’s a great time to buy.
Check out our full Fab Totes Clothes Storage Bags review for more.
Save $27 with Prime and coupon | Editor-approved
$15 at Amazon
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If you spend lots of time in the kitchen, your feet deserve a cushy surface to stand on during all of that cooking (and dishwashing). This highly rated anti-fatigue mat is made from a comfy foam to help take some of the pressure off of your muscles and joints, and its nonslip bottom will stay put without sliding around.
It’s waterproof and easy to wipe clean, and this price is within a few bucks of the lowest we’ve seen it marked down to (over 50% off).
$11 at Amazon
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You’re getting the best of both orchard and patch with this top-selling candle. It has brighter top notes of apple, orange, fresh greens and butter, as well as cozy base scents like vanilla, caramelized sugar, baked pie crust, cream and musk to round things out. Is your mouth watering yet? Better add it to your cart while it’s over 45% off.
$17 at Amazon
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One Yahoo editor awarded this blade the title of best budget chef’s knife after testing a slew of them. She says, “When I started culinary school, I was issued a curated set of knives and tools we would need to work with through our 600 hours of training in order to graduate. This Mercer Culinary chef’s knife was the one we received that day and what we would use for 90% of our daily tasks. That should give you an idea of what this knife is capable of — and of its durability.
The Genesis may not be a flashy knife, but it is a real workhorse in the kitchen. This Western-style knife is forged from a single piece of high-carbon German steel and features a handle made from Santoprene (a rubbery material) that ensures a firm grip even in damp hands.”
It only dropped lower in price once this year … so chop chop!
$39 at Amazon
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Smelly fridge? Yeah, not so appetizing. But this unassuming odor minimizer works for up to 10 years (yes, you read that right) to keep things fresh. All you do is place it inside and, well, that’s actually it. Sorry, baking soda — you’ve been replaced. This little doodad can also go in closets, drawers, your car … anywhere that could use some stench removal.
$22 at Amazon
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Been in a bit of a slump (literally)? Having a supportive yet comfortable work chair can help improve your posture while relieving pressure. This one has a curved shape that’s meant to conform to your back, while the base of the seat offers lumbar support to help take some pressure off. Hey, your job might cause a lot of stress, but your bum’s resting place shouldn’t!
Mesh backing allows for increased airflow and breathability for added comfort, and you’ll be able to recline and rock back at a customized angle that feels good to you. Prefer to sit cross-legged? Just flip up the armrests so they’re not in the way.
$60 at Amazon
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A dull knife just won’t cut it when it comes to efficient (and safe) slicing and dicing. And if you’d rather not shell out for a whole new set of blades, you can hone the ones you already have courtesy of this nifty tool.
It has coarse, medium and fine settings for sharpening and polishing, and you can even adjust the sharpening angle. This is as low as we’ve seen it marked down to, so chop-chop!
Save $10 Lowest price ever
$30 at Amazon
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Spare yourself from lukewarm pumpkin spice lattes, thanks to this top-rated pair of double-wall insulated mugs. They’ll keep the contents inside nice and hot, while the exterior remains cool enough for you to handle without burning your hands. (In the summer, they’ll keep your iced drinks cold too.)
This is as low as they’ve ever been on sale for, FYI!
Save $19 Lowest price ever
$16 at Amazon
Best early October Prime Day everyday essential deals
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These No. 1 bestselling fabric-softening balls can be reused for over a thousand laundry loads. They’re made entirely of wool, and not only will they make your washables plush, they’ll shorten their drying time in the process. What’s more, they’ll save you tons of money on not-so-eco-friendly dryer sheets. Consider them our favorite laundry hack.
$13 at Amazon
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If there’s anything you can’t have too many of, it’s socks, and with this pack you’re getting Adidas quality for under $3 a pair. The no-show design means you can wear ’em with any sneaker and they’ll be nice and hidden, plus they’re moisture-wicking and have extra cushioning to keep your feet dry and comfy all day. They’re currently down to one of their lowest prices of the year.
$17 at Amazon
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Tired of finding your family members’ dirty dishes mixed in among the clean ones you washed? Make the state of your dishwasher crystal clear via this genius magnet.
Just move the slider to indicate whether the contents inside are clean or dirty so no one will have to guess. Oh, and we’ve never seen it lower than this.
Save $6 Lowest price ever
$14 at Amazon
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If your ratty old dish towels have seen better days, this 100% cotton set is an excellent swap. The waffle weave pattern not only looks nice, but it also offers a bit of texture for more effective scrubbing.
Our price trackers tell us this is the lowest they’ve ever been, so wipe — er, swipe — ’em while they’re on sale.
Save $6 with coupon | Lowest price ever
$7 at Amazon
When is Amazon’s October Prime Day 2024?
Amazon just released the official dates of its fall Prime Big Deal Days sales event for 2024: Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9, officially beginning at 3 A.M. EST on the 8th. But you don’t have to wait to start shopping markdowns — read on to see some of our fave items that are already on sale at Amazon.
What is Amazon’s October Prime Day?
Amazon Prime Day, launched in July 2015, is a massive site-wide savings event exclusive to Amazon Prime subscribers. The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days addition came in 2022, when Amazon introduced the Prime Early Access Sale that October as a discount-heavy kickoff to holiday shopping. Last year, they officially changed the name to Prime Big Deal Days to complement the popular July Prime Day event.
If you’re not yet a Prime member but still want to take advantage of Prime Big Deal Days, don’t sweat it — you can sign up for your free 30-day trial of Amazon Prime here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more all year ’round.) Not ready to join the club? You can sign up for Amazon Prime any time, including during October Prime Day itself. Along with the exclusive savings, you’ll also be able to take advantage of benefits like free shipping.
What will be on sale for Amazon’s October Prime Day 2024?
Information on specific markdowns is soon to come, but we already have a tantalizing taste of the deals in store at October Prime Day 2024. They include sweet savings on timely categories like fall fashion finds, home entertaining must-haves, and classics like tech and kitchenware. Plus, it’s almost guaranteed that the retailer will be offering discounts on its own products, like Kindle, Fire TV, Echo, Ring and more. We expect some truly “big deals” on big-ticket items including electronics and appliances.
How do I find the best Amazon October Prime Day deals?
Stick with us here at Yahoo to stay apprised of all the emerging deals for October Prime Day 2024. We’ll have category experts on deck to keep you updated on all the marked-down must-haves. We’ll also be comparing prices with other retailers (and delving into price histories), so you can be sure you’re getting actual deals — and this coverage will extend throughout all of Prime Big Deal Days, so check back often for updates.
Best early Amazon October Prime Day tech deals
October Prime Day deals won’t be live until, well, October! However, Amazon is already rolling out early markdowns as a lead-up to its second Prime Day of the year. Snap up these steals now.
If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
