The Amazon Prime Day deals are already here, even though the actual day itself kicks off on July 11 (Tuesday). Early shoppers have a choice of hundreds of early Prime Day deals, ranging from gadgets to kitchen gear; just be aware that while some deals are great, others can be a bit dry.
I’ve been covering Prime Day since its inception. Now in its ninth year, Prime Day is losing its luster for me. (There are only so many Echo Dot deals you can stomach). Sure, we’ll see some great price lows throughout the event, but the vast majority of discounts will be on items you really don’t need. To that end, I’ll be looking for deals on items we’ve tested, that I personally own, or that the Tom’s Guide staff recommends.
For instance, right now the best early Prime Day deal I’ve seen is the Amazon 43-inch Omni 4K Fire TV on sale for $99.99. That’s the cheapest 4K TV I’ve ever seen. There are two caveats to this deal. First, you have to request an invite to buy it when the sale goes live on Prime Day. (Just log into your Prime account and tap the “request invite” button). Also, in our Amazon Fire TV Omni review we said it’s a good TV, but not great. So if you’re picky about picture quality — as you should be — this TV isn’t for you. Otherwise, it’s an amazing value at $99.
Amazon has also released dozens of deals on Alexa-powered devices from $12. These deals are the bread and butter of Prime Day and while they’re very predictable, they could still come in handy if you’re looking for some early back to school sales or need to replace an old Echo speaker. For example, right now you can get the Echo Show 5 (2023) for just $44. It’s a highly predictable deal, but this is the first time it’s on sale and we were fans of its predecessor, which makes this a no-brainer deal if you’re interested in smart displays.
Everyone’s on a budget these days, so if you’re looking for inexpensive Prime Day deals — we’ve rounded up 11 of the best Prime Day deals under $50. The list includes everything from budget earbuds to microSD cards. (And, yes, a few Alexa-powered devices as well).
From discounts on smart devices to epic sales on Apple gear, here are the deals worth checking out as we race to Prime Day 2023. For more ways to save, make sure to check out our list of the best Amazon promo codes and Amazon deals this week.
Prime Day 2023 — Quick links
- 4K TVs: deals from $99
- Amazon devices: deals from $12
- Apparel: deals on Gap, Nike, Ray-Ban, more
- Apple: iPads from $249, MacBooks from $749
- Back to school: up to 50% off supplies
- Beauty/makeup: save on sunscreen, face masks, more
- Furniture: up to 60% off tables, desks, bar stools on sale
- Kitchen/dining: cookware, small appliances from $49
- Laptops: HP, Samsung, Acer from $149
- OLED TVs: deals from $849
- Pets: save on dog/cat food and toys
- Travel: luggage, tote bags, backpacks on sale from $16
- Video games: games/accessories from $24
5 best early Prime Day deals now
- Amazon 43″ Omni 4K Fire TV: was $399 now $99 @ Amazon
- Alexa devices: deals from $12 @ Amazon
- Seagate 1TB Expansion for Xbox Series X|S: was $219 now $149 @ Amazon
- iRobot Roomba 621 Vaccum: was $225 now $189 @ Amazon
- Samsung Galaxy sale: buds, watches, phones from $81 @ Amazon
Best early Prime Day deals 2023
Amazon eGift card: buy $50 card, get free $5 credit @ Amazon
Free credit! Prime members who purchase a $50 (or more) Amazon eGift card (in one order) will get a free $5 Amazon credit. This deal is valid through July 10 at 11:59 p.m. (PT) or while supplies last. It’s a minor promo credit, but it’s essentially free money you can get from Amazon.
Amazon 43″ 4K Omni Fire TV: was $399 now $99 @ Amazon
Invite only deal! Prime members can get the Amazon 43-inch 4K Omni Fire TV for just $99, which is the cheapest 4K TV we’ve ever seen. Note that you’ll need to log into your Prime account and request an invite to buy it. (It’ll go on sale during Prime Day). The 43-inch Omni Fire TV is the latest TV (released March 22) in Amazon’s TV lineup. This new smaller size brings HDR 10/HLG support to a smaller 4K screen for those who can’t fit a 50-inch or larger TV into their living room. better/cheaper options for your money. However, at $99 — this is an unbeatable deal.
Echo Dot with Clock: was $59 now $29 @ Amazon
Editor’s Choice! I know, this is the most predicable Prime Day deal ever. However, if you’re going to buy a new Echo speaker this Prime Day — the Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen) is the one you should get. Here’s why. First, this is the cheapest it’s ever been. (The previous low was $34). The addition of the LED clock display makes a real difference and we also like the built-in Eero WiFi extender and the room temperature sensor.
Seagate 1TB Storage Expansion Card: was $219 now $149 @ Amazon
The Seagate Storage Expansion Card is an officially-licensed Xbox Series X accessory that increases your hard drive space by a full 1TB. This is the ideal accessory if you want to store dozens of the best Xbox Series X games on your console at once. Ahead of Prime Day 2023, this storage card has dropped to a new low price of $149.
Amazon Fresh: $15 off $50 @ Amazon
Select Prime members can use coupon code “15OFF” to knock $15 off their Amazon Fresh orders of $50 or more. The coupon expires July 10 at 11:59 p.m. (PT) and is only valid while supplies last. Note: This offer is valid only if you received this offer directly from Amazon (via email) or if you see this promotion online at the Amazon Fresh website.
Alienware Aurora R14 Gaming PC: was $2,299 now $1,845 @ Amazon
Ahead of Prime Day 2023, Amazon has sliced more than $450 off this Alienware Aurora R14 gaming desktop that is powered by an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card. It also packs an AMD Ryzen 9 5900 CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD packaged with an additional 2TB HDD for extra storage. This is a great pick if you’re looking to get into PC gaming for the first time in 2023. Note: Dell has the same system (without the additional 2TB HDD) on sale for $1,799. Check other retailers: $1,799 @ Dell
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5: was $279 now $199 @ Amazon
This fifth-generation Galaxy smartwatch boasts a suite of Google Watch OS functionality and extra Samsung features. Benefit from advanced sleep coaching, body composition analysis, daily workout memory and more. And despite being excellent for fitness, the Watch 5 performs brilliantly as a smartwatch with longer-lasting battery life and a clean stripped-back look in a range of pastel colors. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 has dropped to a lowest price ever of $199 ahead of Prime Day 2023.
AMAZON DEVICES
Amazon Smart Plug: was $24 now $12 @ Amazon
Amazon’s Smart Plug lets you turn on/off a wide list of compatible devices that have a mechanical on/off switch. Just plug it into an electrical outlet and then plug in the device you’d like to control. The included Alexa app lets you control coffee makers, lights, and more. This is the cheapest it’s ever been.
Echo Dot (5th Gen): was $49 now $22 @ Amazon
Lowest price! The 2022 Echo Dot is one of the best Alexa speakers you can buy if you’re on a budget. The new model features eero built-in and a room temperature sensor that can initiate certain Alexa smart home routines. It hit $24 on Black Friday, which makes this its new lowest price ever.
Fire TV Stick 4K: was $49 now $22 @ Amazon
For 4K resolution, HDR color palettes, and speedy navigation, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is the streamer to get. You can stream videos, listen to music, interact with Alexa and play games for just $22.
Fire TV Stick 4K Max: was $54 now $24 @ Amazon
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is the best Fire TV device Amazon’s ever made, thanks to performance gains and a slightly updated remote that helps cord-cutters jump to live TV. access to every app you could want.
Echo Dot with Clock: was $59 now $29 @ Amazon
Editor’s Choice! I know, this is the most predicable Prime Day deal ever. However, if you’re going to buy a new Echo speaker this Prime Day — the Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen) is the one you should get. Here’s why. First, this is the cheapest it’s ever been. (The previous low was $34). The addition of the LED clock display makes a real difference and we also like the built-in Eero WiFi extender and the room temperature sensor.
Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor: was $69 now $46 @ Amazon
The Smart Air Quality Monitor alerts you when indoor air quality is bad. The device can keep tabs on five factors: particulate matter (PM 2.5), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), carbon monoxide (CO), humidity, and temperature. It alerts you via its color-coded LEDs or via the Alexa app. You can even have your Echo/Alexa devices notify you when air quality is bad. It’s just $6 shy of its all-time price low.
Amazon Echo Show 5: was $89 now $44 @ Amazon
We named the previous-gen Echo Show 5 one of the best smart displays you can buy. We’ve yet to review the new model, but Amazon claims it has 2x better bass and cleaner sound than its predecessor. There’s also an extra built-in mic for improved Alexa responsiveness and a faster CPU. It also sports a 5.5-inch and built-in camera. This is the first time this 2023 smart display is on sale.
Amazon Fire HD 8 (2022): was $99 now $54 @ Amazon
Amazon’s Fire tablets have always been a more affordable alternative to Apple and Samsung tablets and they’re even cheaper now. This deal in particular has the current-gen Fire HD 8 tablet on sale for $54, which is its lowest price ever. Last time we saw this price was on Black Friday.
Echo (4th Gen): was $99 now $54 @ Amazon
The 4th-gen Amazon Echo is the best smart speaker you’ll find for less than $100. In addition to its new orb-like shape, it packs a host of new features — such as a built-in Zigbee hub — that makes the new Echo the foundation of your smart home devices. This is its second-lowest price ever as it hit $49 on Black Friday.
Amazon Smart Thermostat: was $79 now $55 @ Amazon
The Amazon Smart Thermostat allows you to easily control the temperature in your home no matter where you are using the Alexa app on your phone, meaning you save energy and money. You can also let Alexa set the temperature automatically to keep you warm or cool. Note: this is its second-lowest price ever. It hit $41 on Black Friday.
Amazon Smart Thermostat: was $79 now $55 @ Amazon
The Amazon Smart Thermostat allows you to easily control the temperature in your home no matter where you are using the Alexa app on your phone, meaning you save energy and money. You can also let Alexa set the temperature automatically to keep you warm or cool. Note: this is its second-lowest price ever. It hit $41 on Black Friday.
Amazon Fire TV Cube (2022): was $139 now $109 @ Amazon
The Amazon Fire TV Cube 2022 is on sale for the first time ever. This device offers speedy performance and an easy-to-use interface. It also comes with an Ethernet port, USB-A, and HDMI-in. If you want a premium streaming device, this is the gadget to get.
INVITE ONLY
JBL Live 660NC: was $199 now $89 @ Amazon
These wireless noise-canceling headphones are one of the best cheap noise-canceling headphones we’ve tested. They provide great bass-forward sound, effective ANC, superior connectivity, and a battery life that can last up to 50 hours. When this deal goes live, it’ll be the cheapest price ever.
Check other retailers: $199 @ Best Buy | $199 @ Walmart
FOREO Luna 3: was $219 now $109 @ Amazon
The FOREO Luna 3 is a 2-in-1 facial cleansing and firming brush that has won praise from the likes of Marie Claire, Allure, and Cosmo. It uses proprietary T-Sonic pulsations to remove dirt and makeup residue from underneath your pores. The pulsations are gentle and provide a soothing effect as the device glides across your face lifting excess dirt and oil. Note: This device has hit $109 in the past, but only on very rare occasions. Additionally, there is a newer Luna 4 available for $279.
Acer Swift X: was $912 now $629 @ Amazon
The Acer Swift X is a sleek laptop made for high performance. It’s designed to please someone who wants enough oomph to get them through the work day. This config features a 14-inch 1080p LCD, AMD Ryzen 7 5825U CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and an RTX 3050 Ti GPU. Its previous all-time price low as $749, making this a solid laptop deal for Prime Day.
Motorola Razr+: was $999 now $849 @ Amazon
Motorola’s new foldable will be on sale come Prime Day for just $849. It sets the standard for all other clamshell foldables coming out this year and even tops the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. We also loved its long battery life (10 hours and 9 minutes), which is better than that of the average smartphone. The Razr+ features a 6.9-inch OLED FHD+ 165Hz inner display, 3.6-inch OLED, 144Hz outer display, Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB storage. There’s also a 12MP main (f/1.5), 13MP ultrawide (f/2,2), and 32MP (f/2.4) front camera.
TVS
Insignia 24″ F20 Fire TV: was $119 now $65 @ Amazon
Don’t get it to replace your living room TV, but as a second screen for you kitchen, bedroom or kids room, you won’t find a cheaper option than this 24-inch Insignia TV. For just $65, you’re getting a 720p smart TV with access to streaming services like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, YouTube and more. Own a smart home or Amazon Echo devices? It also offers deep Alexa integration and a voice control remote.
Amazon 43″ 4K Omni Fire TV: was $399 now $99 @ Amazon
Invite only deal! Prime members can get the Amazon 43-inch 4K Omni Fire TV for just $99, which is the cheapest 4K TV we’ve ever seen. Note that you’ll need to log into your Prime account and request an invite to buy it. (It’ll go on sale during Prime Day). The 43-inch Omni Fire TV is the latest TV (released March 22) in Amazon’s TV lineup. This new smaller size brings HDR 10/HLG support to a smaller 4K screen for those who can’t fit a 50-inch or larger TV into their living room. better/cheaper options for your money. However, at $99 — this is an unbeatable deal.
LG A2 48″ 4K OLED TV: was $1,299 now $599 @ Best Buy
Editor’s Choice deal! Reminder that not all good deals will come from Amazon. For instance, Best Buy has an exclusive on the 48-inch LG A2 OLED, which is currently on sale and the least-expensive OLED available. This is just $30 shy of its all-time Black Friday price low and one of the least-expensive OLED TVs of all time. Amazon has the 55-inch model for $896. Check other retailers: 55-inch $896 @ Amazon
LG C2 48″ OLED 4K TV: was $1,099 now $996 @ Amazon
We named this stunning television the best TV of 2023. It combines exceptional picture-quality with a slick design. It’s also ideal for gamers with a 120Hz refresh rate and four HDMI 2.1 ports. Multiple sizes are on sale, but the 48-inch model just got an additional price cut in cart. Check other retailers: $996 @ Walmart | $999 @ Best Buy
LG C3 55″ 4K OLED: was $1,899 now $1,496 @ Amazon
Released in 2023, the LG C3 is one of the best mid-tier OLED TVs you can buy. It delivers perfect blacks, thrilling contrast, and rich, accurate colors at every point across the visual spectrum. It’s also perfect for gamers with a suite of Game Optimizer features and a 120Hz refresh rate. It offers Dolby Vision/HDR 10/HLG support, four HDMI 2.1 ports, built-in Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant/Apple HomeKit support, and LG’s Magic Remote. Check other retailers: $1,496 @ Walmart | $1,499 at Best Buy
Sony 55″ Bravia XR A95K 4K OLED: was $2,999 now $2,498 @ Amazon
Providing incredible visuals, sound, and 4K upscaling, the Sony Bravia XR A95K OLED is a truly impressive TV. There’s support for HDR10/HLG/Dolby Vision, a 120Hz refresh rate and two HDMI 2.1 ports. We especially like the included Bravia Cam, which can be used to adjust color on the fly or for controlling the TV with gestures.
