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Which Deals Are Actually Worth It This Prime Day?

Bestcovery Team
07.10.2023
Amazon Prime Day shopper getting ready to purchase items online

Amazon Prime Day is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to save some money on the items you’ve had your eye on all year. But, with so many discounts available —and many of them with inflated prices to begin with — it’s hard to know which ones are actually worth it and which ones you should skip. That’s why we’ve researched data from past Prime Days to find out which types of products you can expect will be at their lowest price and which ones you’re better off waiting until Black Friday for.

Editor's note: Due to the fast-paced nature of Amazon Prime Day, these deals can and will change without notice. All prices were verified accurate as of publishing.

What to Buy on Prime Day

Name-brand Tech

Name-brand Tech

Historically, Prime Day sees massive discounts in name-brand tech, specifically Amazon tech like Echo, Fire Sticks, and Ring doorbells. Additionally, fitness wearables, like the Samsung Galaxy Watch, also have seen large discounts in the past. If you’ve had your eye on these gadgets for a while, this is your chance to get them at their lowest prices. In fact, many of the products below are already on sale and we expect them to go even lower during Prime Day — but act fast — these will sell out quickly.

Home Essentials

Best Home Essentials

No matter how many home improvement items we buy, there always seems to be something missing or a few things that need replacing. Fortunately, Prime Day is a great time to do so without breaking the bank. Expect to see discounts on robot vacuums, air conditioners, and more this Prime Day. So if you need new bedding, an automated cleaning routine, or a way to stay cool this summer, these deals have got you covered.

Kitchen Additions

Best Kitchen additions

When you’re on a budget, it can be hard to justify purchasing a pricey kitchen gadget that you technically don’t need. However, once you do finally pick up that new air fryer or stand mixer, you’ll be wishing you did so years ago. That’s where Prime Day comes in. Expect to see huge discounts on kitchen gadgets designed to cut down time on food prep so you can cook delicious meals fast, even after a long hard day at work. From efficient slicers and knife sets to name-brand cookers and mixers, these additions can make your time in the kitchen easier and help you create delicious meals in no time.

What to NOT Buy on Prime Day

Furniture

best Furniture

While we can expect to see things that look like great furniture deals on Prime Day, most of these actually just have inflated original prices, making the actual price you pay not that much lower than the item’s value. If you want a good deal on new furniture, you’re better off waiting until Black Friday or shopping on other retailers like Wayfair which often consistently deliver lower furniture prices than Amazon.

These Wayfair deals in particular have caught our eye:

Kids’ Toys

Best Kids’ Toys

Similarly to furniture, Amazon puts the most popular kid’s toys on sale for Black Friday as everyone is doing their Christmas shopping. So if you’re looking for the lowest possible deals, Amazon Prime Day is not the best time or place to do your shopping. If you really want to buy toys right now, then you’re better off heading straight to the retailer’s site. For example, Lego is having a sale on tons of playsets that you can only get on their site.

Here are a couple we’ve had our eye on:

Conclusion

All in all, Prime Day is an excellent opportunity to make some much-needed purchases without breaking the bank. To maximize your savings and get the best deals available this Prime Day, always remember to compare pricing with other retailers and read reviews before making any purchase decisions. Armed with a little bit of savvy shopping knowledge, you should be able to get everything you need for the lowest possible price. Happy shopping!

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