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Amazon's October Prime Day is over. But not all discounts have disappeared.

The Wirecutter Deals team sifted through thousands of sales over the last few days, sharing only the best deals with our readers. Hundreds of those price drops are still going, which means now’s the moment to catch some of our favorite last-minute deals before they’re gone.

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HyperX Alloy Origins Core PBT Mechanical Keyboard — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $66; street price: $100

What we like: Our pick for the best mechanical gaming keyboard. Includes RGB backlighting, macro support, and other gaming-specific features. Minimalist design. Removable USB-C cable.

Other things to know: Spacebar and modifier keys rattle. We don't recommend the non-PBT version, which has thinner ABS keycaps that feel and sound cheaper and wear out much faster. Lowest price we've seen.

Read our review of the best mechanical keyboards.

Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Hub — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $104; street price: $150

What we like: Our budget Thunderbolt dock pick for if you only need multiple Thunderbolt ports (rather than a range of single-function ports). Smallest dock we've tested. Capable of 60-watt charging. Equipped with three Thunderbolt passthrough outputs.

Other things to know: Least diverse port selection of our picks. Thunderbolt data rates were comparable to other, larger options. Includes a Thunderbolt cable and a USB-C–to–HDMI adapter.

Read our review of the best thunderbolt docks.

Anker USB-C Thunderbolt 3 Cable (1.6 Feet) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $24; street price: $30

What we like: Our USB-C Thunderbolt cable pick if you need top data speeds and maximum power. Rated for 100 W charging. Can transfer data up to 40 Gbps. 18-month warranty is the longest we’ve seen in this category.

Other things to know: Not as robust as some other Anker cables. Few devices are Thunderbolt 3 capable. Likely to be overkill for most homes. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best USB-C cables and adapters.

NuPhy Air75 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $104; street price: $130

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best Bluetooth and wireless keyboard. Offers a premium typing experience, RGB backlighting, and a variety of connection options in a convenient, compact layout. Comes with extra keycaps for Windows and Mac.

Other things to know: Supports hot-swap. Shorter battery life. In addition to Bluetooth and an included USB dongle, it can work over a wired connection. All three switch types are on sale. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Bluetooth and wireless keyboards.

Asus ProArt PA248CNV 24-Inch Monitor — Top PickAmazon deal price: $209; street price: $270

What we like: Our top pick for the best 24-inch monitor has a fairly color-accurate screen with a wide range of features. 90 watts of power over USB-C means it can charge most laptops. Great for multi-display setups.

Other things to know: 1080P IPS display with 16:10 aspect ratio. USB hub adds four additional ports. Zero Bright Dot policy covers stuck bright pixels on the display during a three-year warranty period. First-time deal and a new low. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best 24-inch monitor.

Asus ProArt Display PA278CV 27-Inch Monitor — Top PickAmazon deal price: $259; street price: $285

What we like: Our top pick for the best 27-inch monitor. Great-looking and color-accurate enough for most people. Good combination of quality, price, and ports. 75 Hz refresh rate. Adjustable stand can tilt, swivel, and pivot the screen, plus raise and lower its height.

Other things to know: Will need to calibrate to get most accurate display. Not as sharp as a 4K screen, but far cheaper than comparable 4K options. Three-year warranty. New low, but street price has dropped over the past four months. Shipping is delayed.

Read our review of the best 27-inch monitor.

Keychron V1 Mechanical Keyboard — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $80

What we like: Our runner-up pick for compact mechanical keyboard. Feels nearly as good to type on as our top pick. Offers RGB lighting, hot-swappable switches, and keycaps for both Mac and Windows. Supports VIA software for easy programming.

Other things to know: First-time deal. Has 75% of the keys of a full-size keyboard. Lacks wireless. Rotary knob costs $10 extra. Covered by manufacturer's one-year warranty. Deal is only available with the Keychron K Pro Brown switches. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best compact mechanical keyboards.

Keychron V2 65% Mechanical Keyboard — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $75

What we like: Our runner-up pick in our guide to the best compact mechanical keyboards. Feels nearly as good to type on as our top picks, and has most of the same features.

Other things to know: Lacks wireless. Knob costs extra. Its 65% layout omits the top row of function keys that you get with some of our other picks. Matches lowest price we've seen.

Read our review of the best compact mechanical keyboards.

WD Elements External Desktop Hard Drive (20 TB) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $280; street price: $400

What we like: Good external hard drive if you need a storage device over 10 TB. Former runner-up pick that we still like.

Other things to know: Typically more expensive than our main picks when not on sale, this matches the lowest price we've seen for this hard drive. Intended for desktop usage.

Read our review of the best external hard drive.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface — Top PickAmazon deal price: $130; street price: $180

What we like: Our pick for the best two-channel USB audio interface for musicians. Lets you record live music on your computer in stereo. Offers the best combination of features, build quality, user-friendliness, and affordability.

Other things to know: Has limited iOS compatibility. Lacks a MIDI connection. Control labels are slightly difficult to see. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best USB audio interface.

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Samsung S90C OLED Smart TV (55-Inch) — Top PickBest Buy deal price: $1,450; street price: $1,600Amazon deal price: $1,450; street price: $1,600

What we like: Our top pick for the best OLED TV. Excellent HDR picture quality at an affordable price. Improved video processing and smart features over its predecessor (our previous top pick). Zippy responsiveness during gaming. Sleek, durable build. Built-in cloud gaming features.

Other things to know: Doesn’t support Dolby Vision HDR format. Deal is for the 55-inch size.

Read our review of the best OLED TV.

Samsung S95C OLED TV (55-Inch) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $1,900; street price: $2,100

What we like: Another good OLED TV if you’re willing to pay more for maximum brightness and color volume. Notably brighter than our top pick. Can withstand lots of ambient daytime light. Uses Samsung’s OneConnect box, good for wall-mounting and minimizing cables.

Other things to know: Overkill unless your room is very bright. Picture quality, user experience, and overall feature set is otherwise identical to our top pick. The 55, 65, and 75-inch sizes are all on sale.

Read our review of the best OLED TV.

EchoGear EGLF2 TV Wall Mount — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $88; street price: $105

What we like: Our pick for a good, well-priced full-motion TV wall mount. Stands out for its long, 22-inch extension, smooth arm movements, and nice-looking mounting bars. Compatible with TVs sized between 42 and 90 inches and weighing up to 125 pounds.

Other things to know: Doesn’t measure up to our upgrade Sanus full-motion mount pick on any metric, but is about a third of the price. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best TV wall mount.

Hisense U8K Series 4K QLED TV (85-Inch) — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $1,800; street price: $2,200

What we like: Our runner-up pick in our guide to the best LCD/LED TVs. Premium model with mini-LED backlighting and quantum color dot. Good in a bright room with no light control. Native 120 Hz refresh rates, 4k resolution, plus Wi-Fi 6E capabilities.

Other things to know: Nearly as bright as our top pick. The audio performance isn’t top-notch, but it’s one area where this Hisense TV outperforms our top pick from TCL. Google TV smart platform. Deal for the 85-inch size.

Read our review of the best LCD/LED TV.

SofaBaton U2 Universal Remote Control — Top PickAmazon deal price: $43 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $55

What we like: Our top universal remote control pick. Controls up to 15 AV devices via infrared and/or Bluetooth. Intuitive layout. More flexible than other lower-priced remotes. IR range is wider and longer than previous model.

Other things to know: Programming advanced tasks can be challenging. Lacks backlighting and activity buttons. Can pair with only one Bluetooth device at a time. Clip the on-page coupon. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best universal remote control.

Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser Projector — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $600; street price: $750

What we like: Another portable mini projector we like, recommended for those who mostly watch movies in a dark room. Its superior image contrast, color accuracy, and black levels help movies look good in the dark. Built-in battery and USB-C charging. Speaker sounds full and balanced.

Other things to know: Not as bright as similarly priced competitors. Pixel structure is very visible and distracting for a 1080p projector. Remote response time can be sluggish. A good projector at this deal price. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable mini projector.

Vizio M-Series Elevate Soundbar — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $500; street price: $600

What we like: Our runner-up pick for best soundbar. Produces a cinematic experience with enveloping sound. Includes rotating Dolby Atmos speakers and separate surround speakers. 6.5-inch subwoofer creates impressive bass. DTS:X compatible.

Other things to know: One HDMI input. One HDMI eARC jack. Optical and analog audio inputs. No Wi-Fi connectivity—can’t stream music wirelessly.

Read our review of the best soundbar.

Diablo IV (Physical, PS5 and Xbox) — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $50; street price: $70

What we like: One of our favorite video games of June 2023. Diablo IV brings the influential series fully into the modern era, with a heavier emphasis on story (including cutscenes featuring your custom character) and a sweeping, beautiful, and often haunting soundtrack.

Other things to know: The first Diablo game to be designed from the start for playing on a controller. Physical copies for two of our game console picks, the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. New low.

Read our review of our favorite video games.

SanDisk MicroSDXC Card for Nintendo Switch (256 GB, Super Mario Super Star) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $22; street price: $26

What we like: One of our top microSD card picks. Adds storage to phones, tablets, game consoles, and more. One of the fastest mid-priced microSDXC cards we've tested. Quick enough for 1080p, 4K, and up to 5K action cameras and drones.

Other things to know: Charming Super Mario Super Star theme. Not on GoPro’s list of officially recommended microSD cards. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best microSD cards.

Ugreen USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter — Our PickAmazon deal price: $11; street price: $15

What we like: Our pick for wired Ethernet adapter for online multiplayer gaming, recommended in our guide to the best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite accessories. Achieves the same speeds as Nintendo’s officially licensed Gigabit Ethernet adapter, but at a lower price. Can reduce lag, increase speeds, and improve the stability of your connection for online multiplayer gaming.

Other things to know: Works fine with Windows 10 and 11. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Nintendo Switch and switch lite accessories.

$100 Sony PlayStation Store Gift Card + $10 Amazon Credit (Digital Code) — Pick AccessoryAmazon deal price: $100 with code PSN100; street price: $110

What we like: Essentially free money for PlayStation owners (including our PS5 pick in our game consoles guide). Can be used at the PlayStation online store to purchase games, PlayStation's DLC (downloadable content), movies, TV shows, music, add-ons—even Playstation subscriptions.

Other things to know: Digital code. Limit of two per customer. Use code PSN100 to receive a $10 Amazon credit towards future purchases.

Read our review of the best game consoles.

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless (2023) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $175; street price: $240

What we like: Our top wireless pick for the best gaming keyboard. Good build quality and satisfying typing experience. Useful built-in OLED display. Easy to configure with more customizable features than any other keyboard we tested.

Other things to know: Priciest keyboard we tested. Not hot-swappable. Comes with removable, braided USB-C cable for a wired connection, or it can pair wirelessly via Bluetooth or USB-C dongle. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gaming keyboards.

Razer BlackShark V2 Gaming Headset — Top PickAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $75

What we like: Our pick for the best gaming headset. Adjusts to fit a wide range of head sizes. Detailed, spacious sound quality. Perfect for games. Compatible with every modern platform and device. Decent noise cancellation.

Other things to know: Cable isn’t detachable. Memory foam earcups may be too warm for some. Onboard audio controls are minimal. Has only a volume knob and a mute button. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gaming headsets.

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Gaming Headset — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $35; street price: $40

What we like: Our budget gaming headset pick. Punches above its price. Clear, balanced sound. Best microphone of all our picks. Comfortable, replaceable earcups. Compatible with all consoles. Auto-mutes when mic is swiveled upward.

Other things to know: Feels cheaper than our other picks. Non-removable cable and microphone. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gaming headsets.

TP-Link Archer AX55 Wi-Fi Router — Our PickAmazon deal price: $90; street price: $130

What we like: Our pick for the best Wi-Fi router. Reliable and responsive Wi-Fi 6 network. Fast speeds at a great price. Great for those with multiple users in one home.

Other things to know: Provides strong Wi-Fi service throughout a 2,000-square-foot or larger home. Can be expanded with TP-Link’s OneMesh Wi-Fi extenders. Two-year warranty. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi router.

Eero 6 Wi-Fi Mesh-Networking Kit (3-pack, one Eero 6 router + two Eero 6 extenders) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $160; street price: $200

What we like: Our top pick for the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking kit. Simple to set up. Remote monitoring and controlling via mobile app. Provides steady Wi-Fi even on busy networks. Surpasses many pricier options.

Other things to know: Does not support internet speeds faster than 500 Mbps. Lacks multiple ethernet ports. Must administer the mesh network in the cloud. Limited settings and customizability.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking systems.

Eero 6+ Wi-Fi Mesh Networking Kit (3-pack) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $195; street price: $300

What we like: An upgraded and more expensive version of our top pick, the Eero 6. Better option if you have a faster internet plan and want additional wired connections. Easy to set up. Comes with two Ethernet ports per node.

Other things to know: Works best on internet plans faster than 700 Mbps. Not great if you like a very particular and customized setup.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking systems.

Eero Pro 6 Wi-Fi Mesh-Networking Kit (3-Pack) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $240; street price: $400

What we like: Another good option in our guide to the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking kits. Easy to set up and use. Removes many router settings for simplicity. Set-it-and-forget-it networking solution.

Other things to know: One of the most expensive mesh kits we've tested. Optional online security and parental controls cost an additional $100-$120 per year.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking systems.

TP-Link Archer A8 Wi-Fi Router — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $50; street price: $60

What we like: Our budget pick for the best Wi-Fi router. Good speed and reliable for smaller homes or fewer devices. Outperformed routers that cost three times the price.

Other things to know: Performs better at a close range, and is noticeably slower at longer ranges. Compatible with TP-Link OneMesh extenders, but is not as flexible as mesh-networking kits. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi router.

TP-Link Deco S4 Wi-Fi Mesh-Networking Kit (3-Pack) — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $100; street price: $115

What we like: Our budget pick for best Wi-Fi mesh-networking kit. Outperformed some more expensive mesh networks. More affordable way to spread a Wi-Fi network throughout a large living space.

Other things to know: Only has two Ethernet ports. Fewer features than pricier models. Matches the previous lowest price, but street price has dipped significantly in the past year. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking systems.

TP-Link TL-PA9020P V3 Powerline Adapter Kit — Top PickAmazon deal price: $72; street price: $90

What we like: Our top pick for the best powerline networking adapter. Uses a power outlet to extend your network where the Wi-Fi is spotty. One of the fastest kits we’ve tested. Competitive on speeds at multiple distances in our trials. Dual Ethernet jacks on each adapter.

Other things to know: Covers the other electrical outlet in a standard receptacle, but you can directly plug in a device using a passthrough adapter. No built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best powerline networking adapter.

TP-Link RE315 Wi-Fi Extender — Top PickAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $35

What we like: Our top pick for the best Wi-Fi extender and signal booster. Reliably improved spotty Wi-Fi connections and speed during our testing. Compact and easy to set up. Has an ethernet port for connecting wired devices.

Other things to know: OneMesh feature (which passes the connection between the extender and the router) requires a compatible TP-Link router. Otherwise, extenders create a second network name that you connect to when necessary. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi extender and signal booster.

TP-Link TL-PA9020P V3 Powerline Adapter Kit — Top PickAmazon deal price: $72; street price: $90

What we like: Our top pick for the best powerline networking adapter. Uses a power outlet to extend your network where the Wi-Fi is spotty. One of the fastest kits we’ve tested. Competitive on speeds at multiple distances in our trials. Dual Ethernet jacks on each adapter.

Other things to know: Covers the other electrical outlet in a standard receptacle, but you can directly plug in a device using a passthrough adapter. No built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best powerline networking adapter.

Western Digital WD Elements Desktop Hard Drive (16 TB) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $224; street price: $450

What we like: Another external hard drive we like. Former runner-up pick. Good option if you need a storage device over 10 TB.

Other things to know: More expensive than our top pick, but lacks backup software. Comes with a two-year warranty.

Read our review of the best external hard drive.

Artillery Sidewinder X2 3D Printer — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $255; street price: $305

What we like: Our 3D printer pick for larger prints. Great balance of size, ease of use, and premium features. 300 by 300 by 400 mm print bed. Direct-drive extruder makes it great for flexible filament.

Other things to know: More involved setup process than our top pick’s. Pausing and resuming a print when swapping filament is difficult. Requires a workspace at least 24 inches deep, 18 inches wide, and 36 inches tall.

Read our review of the best 3D printer.

Smartish Gripmunk with MagSafe Case for iPhone 14 — Our PickAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $20

What we like: Our pick for the best basic iPhone 14 case. Slim. Protective. Affordable. MagSafe compatible. Wirecutter-recommended since the iPhone 7.

Other things to know: Deal includes most colors for all versions of this case: standard iPhone 14, Plus, Pro, and Pro Max. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best iPhone case for iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max.

Spigen PowerArc 40W ArcStation Pro USB Phone Charger — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $24; street price: $30

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best phone charger. Fastest for two USB-C devices at once. Used together, both USB-C ports support 20-watt charging. Each port charges solo at up to 30 watts.

Other things to know: 1.9 by 1.9 by 1.1 inches. Does not include any cables. Available in white. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best USB phone charger.

Anker 747 PowerCore 26K Power Bank — Top PickAmazon deal price: $100; street price: $150

What we like: Our new top pick for best USB-C power bank. Comes with a high-quality 65 W charging brick and USB-C cable. Two USB-C PD ports deliver up to 87 W, and two USB-A ports charge at up to 15 W. Easy-carry 1.2 pound weight. Rugged build.

Other things to know: No pass-through charging or information screen. 18-month warranty. New low price. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best power banks for laptops with USB-C.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 (40 mm) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $270; street price: $300

What we like: Our top pick for best Android smartwatch runs the latest version of Google WearOS. Speedy performance, bright 40 mm OLED screen, and a well-organized interface. Ample app support and a more durable build than competing watches.

Other things to know: Works best with Samsung devices, but still the best choice overall if you use Android. Bixby voice assistant is changeable but annoying to do so. Not a significant upgrade over the Watch5. Available in graphite and gold colors.

Read our review of the best smartwatch for Android phones.

Crucial MX500 SSD (4 TB SATA) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $165; street price: $210

What we like: A larger-capacity version of our solid-state-drive pick for older computers. Faster and better performing than traditional hard drives. Decent software and encryption support.

Other things to know: Best suited for older computers and laptops. SATA connector and interface. Five-year warranty. Not a huge price drop but we’ve not seen it much lower. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best SSDs.

Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD (4 TB) — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $245

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best portable SSDs. Similar to our top pick, but with four times the storage. Uses USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 for ultra-fast transfers. IP65 rating for water and dust resistance. Read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s.

Other things to know: Expensive, but worth the investment if you regularly store large files and you need immediate access to them. Three-year warranty. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable SSD.

Uni USB-C to HDMI Cable (6 Feet) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $13; street price: $16

What we like: The best cable for connecting a modern laptop to an HDMI monitor or TV. Well-designed and made with premium materials. Transmits a 4K signal at 60 Hz.

Other things to know: Lifetime warranty, if you’re willing to sign up for the company’s newsletter. Deal for the 6-foot size matches the lowest price we've seen, but it's a recurring sale we see often. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best USB-C video cables and adapters.

Uni USB-C to DisplayPort Cable (6 Feet) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $12; street price: $15

What we like: The best cable to connect a modern laptop to a monitor with a DisplayPort. Made with nicer materials and comes in more lengths than comparable models. Works perfectly at 4K resolution and 60 Hz.

Other things to know: Most USB-C–to–DisplayPort cables we tested worked flawlessly, we chose this model as our pick because of its quality and build.

Read our review of the best USB-C video cables and adapters.

Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD (2 TB) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $100; street price: $130

What we like: Our top pick for best portable SSD with 2 TB of storage. Reliable, fast, and reasonably priced. Uses USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 for ultra-fast 10 gigabits per second transfers. Water- and dust-resistant with an IP65 rating. Easy-to-use software for monitoring/protecting your data.

Other things to know: Single USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port. Rugged case and three-year warranty. All three colors are on sale. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable SSD.

Anker 621 Magnetic Battery (MagGo) — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $30; street price: $40

What we like: A slight variant of our MagSafe pick for best wireless portable power bank. Compact 5,000 mAh battery gets you most of a charge (83% of iPhone 13 during our tests). Securely latches onto phone without blocking camera.

Other things to know: Fits every MagSafe-compatible phone size for the iPhone 12 and newer. Does not include fold-out stand like our actual pick. Available in all colors. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable chargers and power banks for phones and tablets.

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 — Our PickAmazon deal price: $280; street price: $320

What we like: Our pick for a long-lasting smartwatch for Android users. Can run nearly seven days between recharges. Low-power mode maintains basic functionality for weeks. Dual-layer display.

Other things to know: Doesn’t come with the latest version of Wear OS. Mobvoi’s phone app could use some work. First time deal. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smartwatch for Android phones.

Blue Yeti USB Microphone — Top PickAmazon deal price: $86; street price: $100

What we like: Top pick USB microphone. Produces clear, rich-sounding recordings. Versatile and solidly built. Doesn't require external software. Full functionality with included USB-A cord. Great audio for the price.

Other things to know: Longtime top pick, but new picks are coming soon. A bit heavy to move around. Difficult to attach to shock mounts and microphone arms. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best USB microphone.

Topgreener TU21558AC Wall Outlet — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $20

What we like: Our pick for the best wall outlet with both USB-A and USB-C ports. The only combo outlet we tested that offers full charge speeds for both ports. Enough room to use all four power sources at once. Includes options for installing with backstab wiring or standard screw terminals.

Other things to know: UL listed and compliant with the National Electrical Code. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wall outlets with USB charging ports.

Jackery Explorer 1000 Portable Power Station — Top PickJackery deal price: $700; street price: $1,000

What we like: Our pick for the best portable power station. Large battery capacity. Light enough for the average adult to safely lift and carry. Three AC outputs. Two USB-A and two USB-C ports. Rugged build. Easy-to-read screen. Shows input and output wattage plus reserve power.

Other things to know: Lowest price we’ve ever seen. Not the most powerful model we tested, but impressive for the price. Prime membership required, or buy from Jackery direct.

Read our review of the best portable power station.

Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $300

What we like: Our budget portable power station pick. Perfect for smaller tasks. As well-built and versatile as its more powerful siblings, while being significantly cheaper and lighter. Good space-conscious power source.

Other things to know: Features two AC outlets, two USB-A ports, and a USB-C port. You lose some of the power and capacity you get with our larger picks. Backed by a two-year warranty and a responsive customer support team.

Read our review of the best portable power station.

BigBlue 28W USB Solar Charger — Our PickAmazon deal price: $58; street price: $70

What we like: Our new budget pick for the best portable solar battery charger. Sleek and compact: folds down to 11.1 x 6.3 x 1.3 inches and weighs about the same as a can of soup. Smaller and lighter than similar options. Has three output ports with weatherproof port protection.

Other things to know: Former top pick, guide will reflect new picks soon. Folds closed with just a weak strip of Velcro. Long and a bit unwieldy when unfolded, can be awkward to get into the right position. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable solar battery charger.

Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet (12th Generation) — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $85

What we like: Our budget pick for best Android tablet. Surprisingly great for the price. Best suited to watching Amazon Prime videos and other Amazon content. USB-C charging (finally).

Other things to know: 32 GB storage. Low-resolution 1280 x 800 screen. Doesn’t have access to the Google Play store or any of Google’s apps. Lock-screen displays ads; this can be disabled for an extra $15. Not as low as Prime Day special pricing, but close.

Read our review of the best Android tablets.

Google Pixel Tablet (128 GB) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $409; street price: $550

What we like: Our top Android tablet pick. Excellent 11-inch tablet with a bright, sharp, and vibrant widescreen display. Powered by the same Tensor G2 processor inside of Google’s Pixel smartphones. Can handle multiple tasks and high-end gaming with ease. 5,000 mAh battery lasts days on a charge.

Other things to know: Scheduled to receive system updates through 2026 and security updates through 2028. Stylus support is limited. All three colors on sale. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Android tablets.

Amazon Kindle (2022) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $75; street price: $90

What we like: Our top pick for the best e-reader. Affordable and portable. Upgraded display, 16 GB of base storage, and USB-C charging compatibility. Amazon offers well-stocked store of ebooks. Easy to check out library books via Libby.

Other things to know: Wi-Fi only. Not waterproof. Downloading EPUB files requires some extra steps. You have to pay $20 more to get a version without lock-screen ads. Deal comes with three free months of Kindle Unlimited (automatically renews for $11.99 per month, cancel anytime).

Read our review of the best E-reader.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids E-Reader (11th Gen, 16 GB) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $110; street price: $170

What we like: Our former top pick for best e-reader. Crisp, easy-to-read text and clear images. Side-lit screen provides even illumination for low-light situations. Offers adjustable color temperature to lower eye strain, and waterproofing with the included cover. No ads.

Other things to know: Identical to the Paperwhite, but has a two-year warranty (versus the standard’s one-year) and no ads. Comes with 1-year subscription of Amazon Kids+. Select colors. A great deal since removing ads from a Kindle is still $20, but if you don't mind ads, the identical Kindle Paperwhite is $10 cheaper from Target.

Read our review of the best E-reader.

Kindle Kids (2022) E-Reader — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $80; street price: $120

What we like: A close cousin of our pick for best ebook reader. Identical features and performance as the Amazon Kindle (2022). Also includes case, free year of Amazon Kids+, two-year warranty (instead of one-year), and no ads.

Other things to know: Currently cheaper than our top pick—usually costs more. Amazon Kids+ unlikely to be useful to adults (unlimited free kids books and audiobooks for ages 3-12, examples here).

Read our review of the best E-reader.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2021, 16 GB) — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $100; street price: $145

What we like: A version of our upgrade pick for the best ebook reader with twice the storage. Larger, brighter, easy-to-read display than the basic model. Adjustable lighting and color temperature for reducing eyestrain. Waterproof.

Other things to know: Lockscreen has ads. 16 GB internal storage. Bluetooth-enabled. Seamless Audible integration for audiobook lovers.

Read our review of the best E-reader.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2021) — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $95; street price: $125

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best e-reader. Easy-to-read display is larger and brighter than that of the basic model. Offers precise control over brightness and color temperature for reducing eyestrain. Waterproof. Seamless Audible integration for audiobook lovers.

Other things to know: Lockscreen has ads. 8 GB internal storage. Bluetooth-enabled. No headphone jack. Deal comes with three free months of Kindle Unlimited (automatically renews for $11.99 per month, cancel anytime).

Read our review of the best E-reader.

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Origin Stick Vacuum — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $440; street price: $630

What we like: A variant of our top pick for the best cordless stick vacuum. Light, powerful, and easy to maneuver. Rivals more expensive vacuums in suction, airflow, and cleaning power. 45 minutes runtime. Washable filter.

Other things to know: Doesn't come with all the same attachments the Dyson V12 includes. Tiny 12-ounce dustbin. Takes four hours to recharge—longer than most other models. Doesn’t stand up on its own. 5.2 lbs. Includes Dyson 2-year warranty. Many parts are replaceable. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best cordless stick vacuum.

iRobot Roomba i4+ EVO Robot Vacuum — Top PickAmazon deal price: $350; street price: $550

What we like: Our self-emptying pick for the best robot vacuum. Better than competitors at getting pet hair out of rugs. Nimble navigation system. Consistently and thoroughly cleans large or small spaces. Sturdy and repairable.

Other things to know: Charging dock automatically empties the robot. Stores debris in a disposable bag. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best robot vacuums.

Roborock Q5+ Robot Vacuum — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $400; street price: $600

What we like: Our pick for a self-emptying, super-smart robot vacuum. Bests our top picks in battery life, app usability, mapping performance, and voice command response to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Large bin. Excels at cleaning hard floors and low- and medium-pile carpets.

Other things to know: Can’t clean rugs as well as our top picks. Not as durable or repairable as Roomba robot vacuums. Comes with a charging station that empties debris into a disposable bag. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best robot vacuums.

Roborock Q5 Robot Vacuum — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $260; street price: $430

What we like: A super-smart robot vacuum pick with better mapping, easier app navigation, a longer battery life, and more reliable voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant than our top pick. Excels on low and medium-pile carpet and hard floors.

Other things to know: Can’t clean rugs as well as top pick. Doesn't come with the charging station that can empty debris into a disposable bag like the "plus" does. Not as durable or repairable as Roomba robot vacuums. Matches low we saw during Prime Day. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best robot vacuums.

Worx 20V Power Share Cordless Cube Vac WX030L (Bare Tool Only) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $48; street price: $63

What we like: A smartly designed hand vacuum pick from our guide to the best car vacuums. Extendable hose for easier cleaning and has convenient on-board tool storage. Longer running battery life than other vacuums we tested. Long warranty.

Other things to know: Amazon Prime membership required for deal. Cleaning performance and suction are lower than our other picks. Has as a tiny collection bin. Deal includes only bare tool, rechargeable battery not included. Compatible with Worx 20V batteries and chargers.

Read our review of the best car vacuum.

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Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, Cellular) — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $750; street price: $800

What we like: Our upgrade smartwatch pick for iPhone owners. Best for triathletes, hikers, and divers who need a smartwatch. Multi-day battery. Large, bright screen. Ultra-loud built-in siren. High precision dual-frequency GPS. Depth app automatically launches when submerged.

Other things to know: Too much smartwatch for most people. Some find it chunky or unattractive. Rugged 49 mm titanium case. GPS and cellular enabled. Available with a variety of band colors. First-time deal.

Read our review of the best smartwatch for iPhone owners.

Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, 40 mm) — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $240

What we like: Our budget pick for the best smartwatch for iPhone owners. Performs most of the same Apple Watch-y functions as more expensive models, including push notifications, heart-rate monitoring, and crash detection. Costs at least 30% less depending on the configuration. Also a pick in our guide to the best fitness trackers.

Other things to know: Lacks always-on display, temperature sensors, ECG feature, and blood-oxygen measurements. Water-resistant up to 50 meters. Deal for the GPS-enabled version with 40 mm face size. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smartwatch for iPhone owners.

Apple iPad (9th Generation, 64 GB) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $250; street price: $270

What we like: Our top pick for the best tablet for kids. Best combination of ease of use, performance, app selection, and price. The 64 GB version is a good buy if you don't plan to download a lot of high-end games or 4K video. The robust app selection makes this model worth it.

Other things to know: Previous generation model, but still fast enough for all but the most demanding tasks. Lacks 120 Hz refresh rate screen.

Read our review of the best tablet for kids.

Google Pixel 7a (Unlocked, 128 GB) — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $400; street price: $470

What we like: Our budget pick for the best Android phone. Powered by Google’s latest processor. Improved 64-megapixel camera sensor, wireless charging, Face Unlock, and an upgraded 1080p display with a smoother 90 Hz refresh rate.

Other things to know: Pricier than Google's typical budget phones. Has a recycled plastic body, an aluminum frame, and a dual camera setup on the rear. Android 13 operating system with five years of security updates. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Android phones.

OnePlus Nord N30 5G Android Phone — Top PickAmazon deal price: $240; street price: $300

What we like: Our top pick for the best budget Android phone. Delivers solid performance and has a bright, fast LCD screen with a high refresh rate. Comes with a side-mounted fingerprint reader and Verizon 5G support. Set to get one software update to Android 14 and security updates until June 2026.

Other things to know: Camera quality isn’t the best, even in good lighting. Plastic body makes it feel like a budget phone. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best budget Android phones.

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JLab JBuddies Play Kids Headphones — Our PickAmazon deal price: $35; street price: $40

What we like: Our pick for the best kids headphones for school and gaming. Retractable boom mic. Very good sound quality, especially for under-$50 headphones. 22 hours of battery life. Lightweight, flexible design. Sized to fit kids between the ages of 4 and 11.

Other things to know: Doesn’t feel as substantial as our other picks do. Limited two-year warranty. Deal is for the blue color. Clip the on-page coupon.

Read our review of the best kids headphones.

ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $350; street price: $430

What we like: Our pick for great powered speakers for vinyl enthusiasts from our guide to the best bookshelf speakers for most stereos. These versatile speakers sound great. Includes a phono input for use with a turntable, built-in phono preamp, plus an HDMI input for TV use, Bluetooth support and a USB digital input for connecting to a computer.

Other things to know: A little light in the bass. Not especially loud. Available in multiple color finishes.

Read our review of the best bookshelf speakers for most stereos.

Edifier Stax Spirit S3 Bluetooth Headphones — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $320; street price: $400

What we like: Our pick for the best-sounding wireless headphones. Provides the convenience of Bluetooth while prioritizing sound quality. Quick-charge feature gets you 11 hours of playback after 10 minutes.

Other things to know: Have to be powered on to work. 80-hour battery life. Lack water resistance and noise cancellation. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Bluetooth wireless headphones.

Denon AVR-X1700H AV Receiver — Our PickAmazon deal price: $480; street price: $600

What we like: Our pick for the best all-purpose AV receiver. Great sound, good room correction, and easier to use than other high-end models. Six HDMI inputs, wireless streaming, and seven amplifier channels to power a surround-sound speaker system or home theater setup.

Other things to know: Matches lowest price we've seen. It can run a bit warm when speaker system pushed to high volumes. Remote control’s infrared signal can be finicky.

Read our review of the best AV receivers.

Rybozen K201 Portable Karaoke Microphone Mixer — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $79; street price: $100

What we like: A pick in our guide to the best karaoke machines. Works with your existing stereo system, essentially an audio passthrough. Incredibly simple to set up and use. Has some of the best-sounding mics we tested.

Other things to know: Equipped with Bluetooth and a variety of adapter cables. Using its HDMI ports can complicate things (unnecessarily). Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best karaoke machines.

Tonor K20 Wireless Karaoke Machine — Top PickAmazon deal price: $232; street price: $290

What we like: Our top pick for the best karaoke machine. Best-sounding wireless microphones of any we tested. Wireless range of around 100 feet. Built-in LED light show. Disco ball on top. All the audio connections you’re likely to need. Audio-recording feature.

Other things to know: Doesn’t come with a song library—you’ll need a Wi-Fi connection and a screen to access YouTube (or some other service) for music and lyrics. Lowest price we've seen so far. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best karaoke machines.

Vigilant Audio SwitchOne Computer Speakers — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $250

What we like: Another set of computer speakers we like. Good option if you want more compact speakers. Clearer sound in the midrange than our top pick. Impressive assortment of features, with RCA and quarter-inch balanced inputs, an auxiliary input, a headphone jack, and a volume control on the front.

Other things to know: Doesn't have as much bass as our larger picks. Only comes in black. Rare deal. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best computer speakers.

Hidizs S3 Pro Portable Headphone Amp — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $45; street price: $60

What we like: Our budget pick in our guide to the best portable headphone amps. Tiny in size—like five nickels stacked together—yet powerful enough to drive most headphones. Has a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack and integrated cable tipped with a USB-C connector. Design could be sturdier.

Other things to know: Package includes a USB-C–to–USB-A adapter cable. Gets its power from your computer or mobile device, which drains your device's battery more quickly.

Read our review of the best portable headphone amp with built-in DAC.

1Mii MiiLink ML100 Bluetooth Headphone Adapter — Top PickAmazon deal price: $; street price: $17

What we like: Our top pick for the best Bluetooth headphone adapter. Simple and affordable solution for devices lacking a headphone jack. Provides a reliable and stable Bluetooth connection. Lasts up to 13 hours per battery charge.

Other things to know: Feels a little cheap and plasticky. Audio cues for connecting the device can be a bit confusing.

Read our review of the best Bluetooth headphone adapter.

Angels Horn H019 Record Player — Our PickAmazon deal price: $184; street price: $230

What we like: Our all-in-one record player pick. Combines record player, speakers, and amplification with clearer and fuller sound than most other all-in-one options. Solid construction.

Other things to know: Speakers can stream audio from Bluetooth sources. Audio-Technica AT3600L phono cartridge. Limited amount of setup. Easy-to-follow instructions. No built-in radio or CD player. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best turntables and record players.

EarFun UBoom L Portable Bluetooth Speaker — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $46; street price: $80

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best portable Bluetooth speaker. Offers good sound quality, solid durability, and USB-C charging. Runs for about 10.5 hours on a charge. IP67-rated, can withstand dust and immersion in one meter of water for 30 minutes.

Other things to know: Our testers liked the sound and design of our top pick more. Use code UBOOMLWC at checkout to get the deal price.

Read our review of the best portable Bluetooth speaker.

Sony SRS-XG300 Bluetooth Speaker — Former PickAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $325

What we like: Former upgrade-pick portable Bluetooth speaker. Loud enough for small gatherings. Clear and crisp vocals. Easily transportable. Handy retractable carrying handle. Speakerphone function and USB-C device charging.

Other things to know: More than twice the price of our top pick. 14.5 hour battery life. IP67 water and dust resistance.

Read our review of the best portable Bluetooth speaker.

Anker Soundcore Space A40 Earbuds — Top PickAmazon deal price: $54; street price: $80

What we like: Our top pick for best wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Solid sound quality, great battery life, and excellent noise cancellation. Either earbud can be used independently. Dual-device connectivity lets you switch between two devices effortlessly.

Other things to know: Does not support voice-activated assistants like Alexa and Siri. IPX4 water-resistance with 18-month warranty. Limited touch controls. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds.

Creative Pebble Pro Computer Speakers — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $50; street price: $60

What we like: Our budget pick for best computer speakers. Huge upgrade from built-in laptop speakers. Great for people who don't want to spend more than $100. Compact and convenient. Powered through the computer's USB port. Front-mounted volume knob.

Other things to know: Not nearly as good as you can get from our pricier picks. Equipped with 3.5 mm analog input and Bluetooth, plus headphone and microphone jacks. Multicolored lighting can be toggled off. Delayed shipping

Read our review of the best computer speakers.

Shokz OpenRun Headphones — Our PickAmazon deal price: $90; street price: $130

What we like: Our pick for the best headphones for runners who don’t like earbuds. Bone-conduction headphones transmit music directly to the inner ear, leaving the ear canal open. Solid, lightweight build with IP67 waterproof rating. Easy-to-access controls. Clear vocal range.

Other things to know: Must crank up the volume high to hear lots of bass or deep tones, which causes the temple pads to vibrate and tickle. Two-year warranty. Proprietary charging cable. Matches the lowest price we've seen. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best headphones for running.

Sennheiser RS 120-W Wireless TV Headphones — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $77; street price: $100

What we like: Another good option in our guide to the best wireless TV headphones. Larger headband is especially comfortable on bigger heads. Comes with a docking charge station.

Other things to know: Cheap-feeling plastic design. A little heavier than our main picks. Maximum volume of 100 dB. Bluetooth-based system has higher latency than our two main picks. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wireless TV headphones.

Klipsch SPL-120 Subwoofer — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $359; street price: $440

What we like: Another good but relatively pricey option from our guide to the best high-performance subwoofers. Two of our panelists praised the SPL-120’s clear, well-defined bass tones.

Other things to know: Complete CTA-2010 testing results for this subwoofer (and many more) are available in this spreadsheet. Street price has dropped over the past few years and this subwoofer is less expensive on sale than our picks.

Read our review of the best subwoofer.

1Mii ML300 Portable Bluetooth Transmitter — Our PickAmazon deal price: $21 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $30

What we like: Our top portable pick for the best Bluetooth transmitter. Decent sound quality matches other portable models we tested. 10-hour battery life. Support for aptX Low Latency codec (for less lag and better syncing between audio and video).

Other things to know: Able to pair two sets of headphones at once. Clip on-page coupon for deal price. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best Bluetooth transmitters for home and portable use.

Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Earbuds — Our PickAmazon deal price: $278 (Prime membership required); street price: $300

What we like: Our pick for the best noise-cancelling earbuds. Small but powerful. Sounds fantastic and cancels noise better than any others we’ve tested. The sound quality is fantastic right out of the box, further customization available in the Sony app. Eight hours of battery life. Great features including a simple hear-through mode, Alexa and Google voice-activation, dual-device connectivity and noise-reducing microphones.

Other things to know: May not be a good fit for users with small ears or who are very active. Not the biggest price drop. First-time deal. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best noise-cancelling headphones.

Denon AVR-S570BT AV Receiver — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $279; street price: $350

What we like: Our budget pick for best AV receiver. Simple to set up and use. Supports 4K, 8K, or high dynamic range video. Offers four HDMI inputs that all have HDMI 2.1 compatibility, so it works well for gamers.

Other things to know: Can power only five speakers. Only streams music over Bluetooth, not Wi-Fi–based platforms like AirPlay 2. Not the lowest price we've seen, but still a solid deal. Amazon Prime membership required from Amazon, also available from Best Buy.

Read our review of the best AV receiver for most people.

JBL PartyBox Encore Essential Bluetooth Speaker — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $250

What we like: Another good option for those looking for a more compact portable Bluetooth speaker with yard-filling volume and plenty of bass. Plays loud and sounds smooth. Splash-resistant with an IPX4 rating. Includes LED lighting. Pair two speakers wirelessly to form a stereo pair.

Other things to know: Weighs less than the JBL PartyBox 110 but also about 4 dB less maximum volume. Only comes with a microphone input and no guitar input (although plugging a guitar into that input does work).

Read our review of the best portable Bluetooth speaker.

JLab Go Air Sport Wireless Headphones — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $20; street price: $30

What we like: Our budget pick for the best running and workout headphones. Earbuds hook over your ears to stay in place. Sounds surprisingly decent for the price. IP55 dust- and water-resistance rating for withstanding sweat. Eight-hour battery life. Charging case holds additional 24 hours of power.

Other things to know: Lacks noise cancellation and a hear-through mode. Large case likely won’t fit in a pocket. Only on sale in the yellow color. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

Polk Signature Elite ES15 Bookshelf Speakers — Our PickAmazon deal price: $194; street price: $250

What we like: Our top bookshelf speakers from our guide to the best surround-sound systems under $2,500. Neutral soundscape that works great for movies and music. Stylish modern design with powerful, full audio. No overly distracting flaws.

Other things to know: Lacks a built in Atmos speaker. Provides the front left and right channels in our top surround-sound speaker system. Currently available in walnut only. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best surround-sound systems under $2,500.

EarFun Free 2S Earbuds — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $27; street price: $40

What we like: Our budget pick for the best wireless Bluetooth earbud. Offers great sound and features for the price. Bluetooth 5.2 connection. IPX7 waterproof rating. Quality of background-noise-reducing microphones rivals that of more expensive options.

Other things to know: Lacks active noise cancellation and hear-through mode. Sound quality isn't as balanced as that of our top pick. Use code EFRE2SWC2 to get the deal price. Recurring deal price but rarely drops lower.

Read our review of the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds.

Decibullz Professional High Fidelity Earplugs — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $80; street price: $100

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best earplugs for concerts. Conforms to fit the toughest ear shapes. Offers more noise protection with a slightly clearer sound than many of the universal earplugs we tested. One of the only pairs that we found to be passable for musicians to wear while performing.

Other things to know: Combines a moldable outer portion with universal inner tips in an array of sizes. Takes some work to set up. Not as good as custom-made earplugs, but they cost less and don’t require an appointment with an audiologist. Far from the previous low but the best price we've noted in about six months.

Read our review of the best earplugs for concerts.

Fosi Audio BT20A Mini Stereo Amplifier — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $56; street price: $75

What we like: Our former top pick for best mini stereo amp. Powerful enough to drive large tower speakers. Standard RCA jacks and a Bluetooth/auxiliary input switch. Compact overall size.

Other things to know: Looks and feels a little cheap. No way to precisely set it for a completely flat tonal response. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best stereo amplifiers and receivers under $300.

Edifier S1000MKII Bookshelf Speakers — Our PickAmazon deal price: $260; street price: $400

What we like: Our pick for the best powered bookshelf speakers. Enveloping sound with realistic vocal reproduction. Built-in Bluetooth support. Bass and treble controls. Retro styling.

Other things to know: Includes a remote. Prime Membership required. Matches the lowest price we've seen.

Read our review of the best bookshelf speakers for most stereos.

Victrola Eastwood Signature Hybrid Record Player — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $131; street price: $150

What we like: Our recommendation if you want an inexpensive, all-in-one turntable. Has two-way stereo speakers, with separate woofers and tweeters. Requires no setup. Can play audio from Bluetooth sources, but also stream sound to speakers and headphones.

Other things to know: The least-expensive all-in-one record player we recommend. Can play 33 rpm, 45 rpm, and 78 rpm records. Tonearm is not adjustable.

Read our review of the best turntables and record players.

iFi Hip-dac2 Headphone Amp — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $160; street price: $190

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best portable headphone amp with built-in DAC. Optimizes performance of high-end wired headphones when connected to a phone, tablet or computer. Large amp is almost three times more powerful than our top pick. Runs on a built-in rechargeable battery.

Other things to know: Large and heavy (4.8 ounces), like carrying another phone with you. Supports MQA. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable headphone amp with built-in DAC.

Anker A8195 USB-C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $12; street price: $15

What we like: Another good portable headphone amp with built-in DACs if you want a highly affordable option. For using wired headphones with computers or phones that lack jacks or enough power for good sound. Dongle-type USB-C amp/DAC. A really good value, especially on sale.

Other things to know: Maximum resolution is only 24 bits/96 kHz. No support for DSD or MQA. But only serious audiophiles would want more resolution and formats.

Read our review of the best portable headphone amp with built-in DAC.

Victrola Stream Onyx Turntable — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $400; street price: $600

What we like: One of the best-sounding turntables we tried, if you're already rocking a formidable Sonos speaker system, this turntable could be worthwhile.

Other things to know: This turntable forces you to use its just-okay built-in preamp (no phono or line switch), does not allow you to easily adjust the base for perfect horizontal playback, and has a bizarre dust cover that you can’t use during playback.

Read our review of the best turntables and record players.

Koss Porta Pro Headphones — Former PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $38

What we like: Former pick in our guide to the best headphones and still staff favorite. Senior staff writer Brent Butterworth calls “a long-time budget audiophile classic.” Retro look.

Other things to know: Some sound leakage may occur. The headband can sometimes snag your hair.

Read our review of the best headphones.

Hedley & Bennett Crossback Apron — Our PickAmazon deal price: $79; street price: $100

What we like: Our top-pick crossback apron. Favorite among testers for our kitchen apron guide. Comfortable, durable, and gender neutral. Highly adjustable, fits people of many different sizes and heights. Large pockets are perfect for stashing cooking tools or phone.

Other things to know: Expensive but lasts a long time. Amazon Prime membership required. Currently available in midnight blue cotton twill only.

Read our review of the best our favorite kitchen aprons.

W&P Porter Bowl — Our PickAmazon deal price: $16; street price: $20

What we like: A packable plastic bowl we recommend for salads or stews in our guide to lunch boxes. Delightful to hold and use. Fits easily into a bag or tote. Soft silicone lid. Microwaveable.

Other things to know: Fewer compartments and features than other bowls we tested. Not completely leakproof. Available in multiple colors. Clip the on-page coupon.

Read our review of the best lunch boxes.

KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer — Top PickAmazon deal price: $281; street price: $400

What we like: Our top pick for the best stand mixer since 2013. Can tackle nearly any recipe without knocking around on the counter. Easier to use and clean than many other tilt-head mixers. One of the quietest machines we tested. Built to last. Has 10 speeds.

Other things to know: There is no built-in timer on this mixer. KitchenAid offers a limited one-year warranty on its stand mixers, which isn't long. Sale applies to aqua sky color only.

Read our review of the best stand mixer.

Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Gooseneck Kettle — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $132; street price: $160

What we like: Another electric kettle we like, if you want a kettle with modern design and gooseneck spout. Solid construction. Aesthetically-pleasing silhouette. 0.9-liter capacity is best for single servings of pour-over coffee.

Other things to know: Small size relative to competitors. Similar models, like our main gooseneck kettle pick, usually cost less. Available in black and white, but the other colors are also discounted. Nearly matches lowest price we've seen, Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best electric kettle.

Timemore Chestnut C2 Max Manual Coffee Grinder — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $55; street price: $77

What we like: Higher-capacity version of our pick for the best portable manual coffee grinder. Holds 30 grams. Enough for 3 cups at a time. Easiest to use of all manual coffee grinders we tested. Grinds quickly and evenly. Great for camping or as a budget option. Grippy surface.

Other things to know: Not great for superfine grinds like espresso. Lightning deal. Regular size version also on sale.

Read our review of the best coffee grinder.

Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Baker’s Half Sheet (2-pack) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $18; street price: $24

What we like: Our top baking sheet pick. Sturdy, inexpensive sheet pan that bakes evenly and will last for years. Workhorse of a pan that can handle a wide variety of tasks.

Other things to know: Some other aluminum sheet pans may perform on a par, but the Nordic Ware consistently costs the least of pans of its quality. Clip the on-page coupon. In warehouse, Costco members can also save an additional $4 off the deal price (subject to stock and availability).

Read our review of the best baking sheet.

Gaggia Classic Pro Espresso Machine — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $403; street price: $440

What we like: Our espresso machine pick for those who primarily drink straight espresso. An affordable machine that yields surprisingly complex shots. Simple and approachable design.

Other things to know: Not particularly good at frothing milk. Older-looking design feels a bit dated. Not a significant discount, but only a few dollars more than recent lows.

Read our review of the best espresso machine for beginners.

Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle CPK-17 — Top PickKohl's deal price: $72; street price: $85

What we like: Our top pick for the best all-purpose electric kettle. Easy to use, speedy, and accurate. Has an intuitive interface with six temperature settings. Defaults to a keep-warm option that conveniently holds water at a designated temperature for 30 minutes. Generous three-year warranty.

Other things to know: Has been our top pick since 2013. Labels on the buttons wear off over time. We have received feedback (and have seen other reports) of this model breaking down after about a year, but it should be covered by the warranty. Use code GET20 and apply $10 off coupon in-cart.

Read our review of the best electric kettle.

OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $42; street price: $50

What we like: A staff favorite in our piece about a one-handed cook’s favorite kitchen tools. The bowl’s hefty weight and rubber coating help keep them firmly on the counter during mixing. More stable than lighter stainless steel bowls. The rim has a small lip, which increases maneuverability.

Other things to know: An upcoming pick in our guide to stuff for cooking with kids. Three-piece set includes 1.5-quart, 3-quart, and 5-quart mixing bowls. Bowls nest for compact storage. Dishwasher safe. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of our favorite kitchen tools.

$100 Instacart Gift Card (Email Delivery) — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $85; street price: $100

What we like: A service we mention favorably in our piece about the best options for grocery delivery. Instacart employs independent contractors to shop directly at your choice of available retailers. Essentially $25 free if you or someone you know already uses this delivery service.

Other things to know: Instacart charges a higher premium for delivery fees and won't deliver to every zip code. Gift card is email delivery. Use promo code PBDDINSTAC.

Read our review of the best the best options for grocery delivery.

Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $800; street price: $950

What we like: The upgrade, all-in-one espresso machine pick. Easy for first-time baristas and has manual options so those with more experience don't get bored. Powerful steam wand. Touchscreen control center offers step-by-step tutorials and multiple programs.

Other things to know: Two-year warranty. Built-in grinder saves you from having to buy a separate one, but it's not as fine-tuned as standalone espresso-focused grinders. On sale in the stainless steel and black truffle colors.

Read our review of the best espresso machine for beginners.

KitchenAid Metal Food Grinder Attachment — Our PickAmazon deal price: $75; street price: $85

What we like: Our meat grinder pick for KitchenAid attachments. Three different plates allow varied grind coarseness. Metal plates are sturdier than plastic models. Grinder and mixer are sturdy and long-lasting.

Other things to know: Grinding process creates about an ounce of waste scraps. For best results, freeze the entire attachment. We've seen this price pretty often, but it hasn't dropped lower in years.

Read our review of the best KitchenAid attachments.

Libbey Signature Kentfield Estate All-Purpose Wine Glass (Set of Four) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: Our pick for the best all-purpose wine glass. Tulip shape works for both red and white wines. Durable. Inexpensive. Elegant enough for dinner parties. Dishwasher-safe.

Other things to know: May not highlight nuanced aromas and flavors of pricy wines—best for wines costing $20/bottle or less. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wine glasses.

Vitamix 5200 Blender — Top PickAmazon deal price: $300 (select colors); street price: $480

What we like: Our top pick for a blender. Powerful motor. Wide range of speeds. Sturdy plastic jar with a grippy handle. Exceptional seven-year warranty. Automatic shutoff feature. Easy to clean.

Other things to know: Pricey. Rarely goes on sale—and sells out fast. Prime membership required. Only on sale in black.

Read our review of the best blender.

Stasher Reusable Silicone Bag Multi-Pack — Our PickAmazon deal price: $39; street price: $55

What we like: Our pick for the best reusable silicone bags. Helps reduce single-use plastic consumption. Durable, versatile, and dishwasher-safe. Seals securely and stores flat to maximize storage space.

Other things to know: Set of four bags includes one half-gallon size, two sandwich size, and one snack size. Street price has risen over the past year.

Read our review of the best "reusable produce bags, beeswax wraps, and other ways to reduce plastic waste".

Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster — Top PickAmazon deal price: $24 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $30

What we like: Our longtime top pick for the best two-slot toaster. Produced the most evenly browned bread in our testing. Wide range of settings and easy-to-use controls. Wide slots for thick-cut bagels.

Other things to know: Three-year warranty. Plastic body and levers don't look quite as nice as a metal finish. Available in white. Heating element wires of modern toasters are subject to corrosion over time. Clip the on-page coupon to get the deal.

Read our review of the best toaster.

Cuisinart CPT-142 4-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster — Top PickAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: Our longtime top pick for the best four-slot toaster. Consistently produces four slices of perfect, golden brown toast. Offers a wide range of settings and easy-to-use controls. Housing remains cool to the touch, even after multiple batches.

Other things to know: Heating element wires of modern toasters are subject to corrosion over time. Three-year warranty.

Read our review of the best toaster.

GE Profile Opal 2.0 Countertop Ice Maker — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $450; street price: $530

What we like: Our pick for best nugget-ice maker. Produced the fluffiest, crunchiest nugget ice of the models we tested. Great for making elevated ice for cocktails and sodas. Sleek, contemporary, and user-friendly design.

Other things to know: Takes up about as much room as an espresso machine. Expensive, typically almost five times the price of a basic ice maker. Lacks a side tank for extra water storage. Able to connect to Wi-Fi and can be programmed to respond to voice commands. Stainless steel finish on sale.

Read our review of the best countertop ice maker.

KitchenAid Shave Ice Attachment — Our PickAmazon deal price: $75; street price: $85

What we like: Our KitchenAid attachment pick for frozen treats, cocktails, and more. Makes shaved ice in less than 30 seconds. Use with any frozen liquid. As far as fun gadgets go, this one yields a high level of delight for very little effort.

Other things to know: Requires KitchenAid stand mixer.

Read our review of the best kitchenaid attachments.

Fellow Corvo EKG Electric Kettle — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $141; street price: $195

What we like: Another good option if you prefer an electric kettle with a more attractive, modern design. Accurate variable-temperature control. Intuitive settings. Aesthetically-pleasing silhouette. Good for single servings of pour-over coffee.

Other things to know: 0.9 liter capacity isn't great if you make big pots of tea, but works fine for single servings. Wooden knobs can split over time—our experts recommend registering for a two-year extended warranty. Select colors available. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best electric kettle.

Braun MultiQuick 7 Hand Blender MQ7035 — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $75; street price: $100

What we like: Our powerful, variable-speed hand blender pick. Speed easily adjusted with a firm press of the control button. Comfortable to use one-handed. Outperformed more expensive models.

Other things to know: Comes with a whisk and a chopping attachment. Three-year limited warranty.

Read our review of the best immersion blender.

Timemore Chestnut C2 Manual Coffee Grinder — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $55; street price: $69

What we like: Our pick for portable coffee grinder. Easiest to use of all the manual models we tested. Grinds quickly, evenly, and consistently. Great for camping or as a budget option. Grippy surface.

Other things to know: 25-gram capacity makes only about one serving. Not great for superfine grinds like espresso. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best coffee grinder.

Utopia Towels Kitchen Bar Mops (12-Pack) — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $13; street price: $18

What we like: Our budget pick for the best kitchen towel. Cotton terry cloth is durable, absorbent, and easy to launder. Held up to extensive runs through the washer/dryer during testing.

Other things to know: Not the cutest option, but neutral and functional. About 15 by 17 inches after washing and drying. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best kitchen towels.

Homwe Extra Long Professional Silicone Oven Mitt — Top PickAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $21

What we like: Our pick for best oven mitts. Extra-long cuffs. Heatproof, easy-to-maneuver silicone exterior. Comfy cotton lining. Durable. Water-resistant. Machine washable.

Other things to know: Includes two mitts. Deal only available in aqua blue. Street price has risen considerably over the past few months. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best oven mitts and pot holders.

Omega VSJ843 Juicer — Top PickAmazon deal price: $266; street price: $320

What we like: Our top pick for the best juicer. High juice yield, long-term durability, and reasonable price. Made full-flavored, virtually pulp-free juice in our tests. Has the best warranty we’ve found: 15 years.

Other things to know: Juice isn’t as silky-smooth as our upgrade pick's output. Lacks attachments to make nut butters and pâtés. The silver finish is on sale at the lowest price we've seen.

Read our review of the best juicer.

Cleanblend Blender — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $156; street price: $175

What we like: One of our blender picks, offering a powerful motor for a significantly lower price than our top pick. Able to pulverize seeds and ice, producing silky smoothies and creamy blends.

Other things to know: Five-year warranty is shorter than top picks. Lacks preset buttons and speeds aren't as nuanced as those of our top pick.

Read our review of the best blender.

Eparé Battery Operated Pepper Mill — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $20; street price: $24

What we like: Our pick for electric pepper mills in our guide to best pepper mills. Ceramic grinding mechanism. Consistent results. Generous capacity. Helpful arrow indicates which direction to turn for fine or coarse grinding.

Other things to know: Requires four AA batteries. Slightly top-heavy. Can be hard to refill. Finer settings take a long time to grind.

Read our review of the best pepper mill.

Best BBQ Grill Brush — Our PickAmazon deal price: $12; street price: $17

What we like: Our pick for best grill-grate brush. Three rows of thick-gauge wire bristles. Sturdy construction won’t bend during tough scraping tasks. Comfortable 10-inch plastic handle gives plenty of leverage.

Other things to know: Use clipped on-page coupon. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that ingesting grill brush wires can cause nonfatal injuries, but number of reported cases is relatively low.

Read our review of the best grill tools and accessories.

Slow ’N Sear Deluxe Charcoal Basket — Our PickAmazon deal price: $81; street price: $105

What we like: An indulgent add-on from our guide to the best grill tools and accessories. Lets you smoke and sear on a kettle grill. Deft heat control from low to high temperatures. Water reservoir. Lengthy set-it-and-forget-it cook times on a single load of coal. Dead-simple setup and cleanup.

Other things to know: Not a small ticket item. For regular grillers/smokers, benefits may justify the expense. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best grill tools and accessories.

Coway Airmega 400 Air Purifier — Former PickAmazon deal price: $343; street price: $500

What we like: Another good option from our guide to the best air purifiers. Best possible air purification for larger spaces. Reduced particulates by 99.9% on high and 99.7% on medium, even with year-old filters that ran 24/7.

Other things to know: Former upgrade pick, demoted because our current upgrade pick costs less. Available in white. Amazon Prime membership required. Lowest price we’ve seen in years—but still pricier than current upgrade pick.

Read our review of the best air purifier.

Tushy Classic 3.0 Bidet — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $71; street price: $110

What we like: Another good cold-water option from our guide to the best bidet toilet seats. Durable. Able to direct spray and control water pressure. Available in a variety of colors.

Other things to know: Testers found the installation instructions easy to follow. Former budget pick. Usually more expensive than current budget option, but cheaper with deal. Clip on-page coupon. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best bidet toilet seat or washlet.

Levoit Core 400S Air Purifier — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $176; street price: $220

What we like: Another good air purifier if you want voice control. Decent performance. Aesthetically pleasing design. Connects with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control. Also has its own app. As effective as our top pick at purifying the air.

Other things to know: Louder in the modes that provide the most effective air cleaning. Typically more expensive than our top pick. (Deal makes it less expensive.) Costs more than other picks to run. Amazon Prime membership required. Lightning deal.

Read our review of the best air purifier.

Lepower Wood Tripod Floor Lamp — Our PickAmazon deal price: $51; street price: $75

What we like: Our favorite tripod lamp from our guide to best floor lamps. Fits into many room styles. Sturdy rubberwood legs. 18-inch faux-linen shade. Easily fills large spaces with light.

Other things to know: Larger footprint—best in bigger rooms. Available in select colors. Price matches previous lows. Amazon Prime membership required. Clip coupon for deal price.

Read our review of the best floor lamps.

Glocusent Bookmark Style Reading Light — Top PickAmazon deal price: $12; street price: $15

What we like: Our top pick reading light. Chic and compact, with the most light settings of all our picks. Power indicator on the front makes it easy to monitor charge. Simple to twist and adjust brightness and light temperature.

Other things to know: Small. Buttons can be a bit too sensitive when adjusting clip placement. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best reading light.

ThruNite TC15 V3 Rechargeable Flashlight — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: The rechargeable pick from our guide to the best flashlights. Brighter and longer battery life than our recommended AA models. Includes USB-C charging cord. One-button interface provides instant access to both the brightest and dimmest settings. IPX8 waterproof up to two meters.

Other things to know: Charging takes roughly three hours. Can't charge during a power outage unless you have an external battery or power station. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best flashlight.

Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Topper Supreme Mattress Topper (Queen) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $226; street price: $251

What we like: Our top pick for the best memory-foam mattress topper. Most luxurious mattress topper we tested. Made from a dense memory foam. Cradles pressure points (like your shoulders and hips) better than other memory-foam toppers.

Other things to know: A good option for softening up a too-firm mattress. Expensive, but comes with a 10-year warranty— the longest of any mattress topper we tried. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best mattress toppers.

Amazon Echo Glow Night-Light — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $17; street price: $25

What we like: A staff-favorite smart night-light. From our guide to hosting even if you don’t have a guest room. Uses Echo devices to create routines and bedtime countdowns. Emits 16 different colors.

Other things to know: Too dim to use as a reading light. No physical controls (requires Alexa app or Echo device).

Read our review of the best hosting essentials.

National Tree Company 7.5-foot Feel Real Downswept Douglas Fir Pencil Slim (PEDD4-392D-75) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $224; street price: $285

What we like: Our slimmer Christmas tree pick. Same realistic branches as our top pick, just fewer of them for a smaller footprint. 300 LED bulbs can shine in white, multicolor, or both. Great for small spaces, like a foyer or a compact apartment, or as an accent tree.

Other things to know: 7.5 feet tall and 32 inches wide. Pencil shape looks like no living pine that we know of, but it's still pretty when lit and decorated. It's a little early for Christmas decor, but this first-time deal is a nice chance to save if you want to get a head start. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best artificial Christmas tree.

Tiki Fire Pit — Our PickAmazon deal price: $295; street price: $395

What we like: Our pick for a patio-style smokeless fire pit. Less industrial looking than most. Easy to clean, thanks to its ash-collection plate. Comes with cover.

Other things to know: Like all smokeless fire pits, doesn’t radiate much heat. Ashtray feels flimsy. Has seen a recent increase in street price. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smokeless fire pits.

ThruNite Archer 2A V3 Flashlight — Top PickAmazon deal price: $26; street price: $30

What we like: Our top pick for the best flashlight. Waterproof and compact (picture a Crayola marker). Stands upright on its end; doesn't roll on—or off—flat surfaces. Widest range of brightness settings of any AA-battery-powered model we've tested.

Other things to know: Plenty bright, but not the absolute brightest option we've tested. Flimsy belt clip. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best flashlight.

Safavieh Rag Rug (8' x 10') — Our PickAmazon deal price: $94 (select colors, 8' x 10'); street price: $110

What we like: The flatweave pick in our guide to the best area rugs. One of the most affordable rag rugs we've found. Reasonably durable and great for kitchen use. Machine washable. Comes in a wide range of colors and sizes.

Other things to know: A little thinner and bumpier underfoot than some other rag rugs. May shrink after washing. Weave is on the looser side. Deal price is for the 8-by-10-foot size in the blue/multi color.

Read our review of the best area rugs.

Aquasana AQ-5200 Under-Sink Water Filter — Top PickAmazon deal price: $106; street price: $125

What we like: Our top pick for best under-sink water filter. ANSI/NSF-certified to almost completely eliminate lead, mercury, volatile organic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and microplastics. High-quality metal hardware. Faucet comes in multiple finishes, all on sale.

Other things to know: Replacement filters cost about $60 for a set, or $120 per year on Aquasana’s recommended six-month replacement cycle. To avoid damage be cautious when installing. Option to install a second faucet using a ⅜ inch connector.

Read our review of the best under-sink water filter.

Honey-Can-Do SRT-01235 Heavy-Duty Triple Laundry Sorter — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $46

What we like: Our laundry sorter pick from our guide to the best laundry basket and hampers. Three reinforced cloth compartments to sort laundry by type. Makes it easier to load directly into a washer. Casters make it possible to tote heavy loads.

Other things to know: Long time pick. Each section can hold about 11 pounds of laundry. May be too oversized for some.

Read our review of the best laundry baskets and hampers.

Lasko CD08200 Ceramic Bathroom Space Heater — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $38; street price: $45

What we like: A safe and quick heater for bathrooms that we recommend in our guide to space heaters. Easy to use controls let you cycle through the timer, high and low settings. Comes with an ALCI safety plug, as well as overheat protection.

Other things to know: First-time deal. Amazon Prime membership required. Has a design similar to that of our long-standing budget pick.

Read our review of the best space heaters.

Brondell EcoSeat S101 Non-Electric Bidet Seat — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $85; street price: $105

What we like: Our budget pick bidet. Affordable and discreet cold-water option. Combines a toilet seat and a sprayer. Sprayer is more accurate than less-expensive cold-water models we tried. Easy to install and control.

Other things to know: No heated water. No outlet required. For those who want to try out a bidet with minimal investment. Available in the elongated configuration. First-time deal.

Read our review of the best bidet toilet seat or washlet.

Frigidaire FHWC084WB1 Air Conditioner — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $250

What we like: A variant of our runner-up pick for the best air conditioner with an option to add one of Frigidaire’s proprietary air filters. Reliable. Easy to install. High efficiency rating. Cools a room about as well as our top pick for a lower price.

Other things to know: Lacks the Wi-Fi connectivity of our runner-up pick. Sounds a little more grating than our top pick, especially at lower fan speeds. We don’t love the way the fan always pushes the air to the right. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best air conditioner.

Catit Flower Fountain — Top PickAmazon deal price: $18; street price: $25

What we like: Our top pick for the best water fountain for cats and small dogs. Easiest to operate. A cinch to maintain. Very quiet. Smooth surfaces, lack of crevices, and small number of parts make cleaning and reassembly a breeze.

Other things to know: Large water tank needs refilling only once or twice a week. Filter needs replacing once a month. Emits obnoxious hum when low on water. Clip the on-page coupon.

Read our review of the best water fountain for cats and dogs.

Zinus Wen Wood Platform Bed Frame (Standard, Queen) — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $126; street price: $145

What we like: A slight variant of our affordable platform bed frame pick. Differs only in that it is 12 inches high, versus 14. Assembles quickly into a stable and supportive platform for most mattresses. Light enough for one person to move.

Other things to know: The frame is veneered, rather than solid wood, and susceptible to dings and scratches over time. Cherry finish is on sale in the standard queen size.

Read our review of the best platform bed frames under $600.

Levoit Vital 200S Air Purifier — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $160; street price: $190

What we like: A high-performance pick from our guide to the best air purifier. Matches the cleaning performance of our top pick. Good energy efficiency and quiet operation.

Other things to know: This model is a newish release (January 2023), so we haven’t had time to long-term test it. Matches the previous low price we've seen a few times. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best air purifier.

Coway Airmega 200M Air Purifier — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $130; street price: $200

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best air purifier. From the same manufacturer as our top pick and offers virtually identical features and performance. Has the light display-shutoff feature we like for bedroom use.

Other things to know: Choose this over our top pick if you prefer the look of its square grille, plus this deal makes it less expensive. White color is on sale for $10 more. Solid deal but we expect to see even better during Cyber Week. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best air purifier.

Asakuki 500ml Essential Oil Diffuser — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $17; street price: $26

What we like: One of our runner-up essential oil diffuser picks. Produces strong, rich streams of mist. 500 ml tank is bigger than that of our top pick and allows diffuser to run for up to 16 hours on low-output mode. Lights up in 7 colors.

Other things to know: Takes up more space than our top pick. Faux-wood base is polarizing. Deal for the A-yellow color. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best essential oil diffusers.

Best Choice Products 4-in Portable Folding Mattress (Twin) — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $90; street price: $130

What we like: A staff-favorite guest-bed alternative. High-density tri-fold folding mattress. Significantly more comfortable and functional than an air mattress. Stack two twin mattresses for a single guest. Lay them side by side for a couple.

Other things to know: Not good if you’re tight on space. Bulky to transport and store. Lowest price we’ve ever seen. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best the folding mattress my overnight guests love.

Amazon Smart Thermostat — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $56; street price: $80

What we like: Our budget smart thermostat pick works well for the price and is widely compatible with most HVAC systems. Simple controls with scheduling capabilities. Alexa Hunches AI feature learns patterns to make custom suggestions. Compatible with Amazon Alexa devices.

Other things to know: Less sophisticated than our other picks, no compatible remote sensors. Matches lowest price we've seen, but street price has risen from $60 to $80 since beginning of 2023. Eligible for energy rebates depending on your state and energy provider.

Read our review of the best smart thermostat.

Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display (3rd Gen) + Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb — Upcoming PickAmazon deal price: $42; street price: $110

What we like: The newest generation of our smaller Amazon Alexa smart display pick. Ideal for nightstands or bathroom counters. Plays music, checks weather, and communicates with other smart-home devices. Display auto-dims when you turn out the lights.

Other things to know: Currently being tested by our writers. Small 5½-inch screen. Not as loud as our main picks. Comes with camera lens cover for privacy. Listing includes a Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb, compatible with our upgrade pick for the best smart-lighting ecosystem.

Read our review of the best smart display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Amazon Smart Plug — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $13; street price: $25

What we like: Another good plug-in smart outlet for those who prefer Amazon Alexa. Turn on or off any device plugged into it—ideal for lights, fans but also pumps or other hard to reach devices. Use voice commands to Alexa speaker, control it directly with app, or create timed Schedules or Routines to automate when it triggers.

Other things to know: Indoor use only. Must be in range of connected to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. Typically it's too expensive, but our guide writer likes it at this sale price. Opt for store pickup to avoid Best Buy shipping fees.

Read our review of the best smart plugs.

Amazon Echo (4th Gen) Smart Speaker — Our PickAmazon deal price: $55; street price: $90

What we like: Our top Alexa smart speaker pick for listening to audio sources, chatting with Alexa. Impressive sound for size and and price (though more expensive Echo Studio is far better). Enables setup and control of smart-home devices—also has built-in Zigbee support. Good listening capability for voice-activated commands.

Other things to know: Can be paired with other Echo speakers to create multiroom audio system. Sound quality is good but not excellent. Also available with a free smart bulb for only a few dollars more.

Read our review of the best Alexa smart speakers.

Amazon Echo (4th Gen) Smart Speaker + Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb — Our PickAmazon deal price: $57; street price: $100

What we like: Our Alexa smart speaker pick for good audio performance with a modest price tag. Works with most smart-home devices, including Zigbee-compatible ones. Better sound quality than previous models. Excellent at hearing commands. Answers queries and plays music from various streaming services. Listing includes Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb, compatible with our upgrade pick for the best smart-lighting ecosystem.

Other things to know: Sound isn't top-tier quality. There is a newer 5th generation model.

Read our review of the best Alexa smart speakers.

Arlo Essential Wired Video Doorbell — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $70

What we like: Our runner-up smart doorbell camera pick. Can accurately identify people, animals, vehicles, or packages. Crisp video displays a wide, 180-degree field of view in a square aspect ratio, which reduces blind spots around your porch. More affordable than our top pick.

Other things to know: Not as accurate or quick to respond as our top pick. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit (with a compatible base station), IFTTT, and Samsung SmartThings. Arlo Secure subscription ($5-per-month) is required for advanced sensing and capturing video up to five minutes.

Read our review of the best smart doorbell camera.

Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Generation) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $75

What we like: Our pick for the best Amazon Alexa smart display. Crisp eight-inch touch display. Big enough for viewing videos. Convenient smart-home controls. Has a 13-megapixel camera for video calls (including Zoom).

Other things to know: User interface can be frustrating at times. Fewer recipe choices compared to Google devices.

Read our review of the best smart display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Meross MSL120 Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb (4-Pack) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: Our smart LED light bulb pick for Apple's HomeKit users. No hub needed. Can trigger it to turn on or off with any other smart-home device. Less expensive than most HomeKit-compatible bulbs.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and SmartThings. Narrower brightness range than our top two picks. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart LED light bulbs.

Ring Alarm 5-Piece Home Security System Kit (2nd Generation) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $120; street price: $180

What we like: Our pick for a DIY home security system if you already have a mesh network or don’t want one. Easy to use. Compatible with a large selection of add-ons. Offers 24/7 monitoring and customer service. Works with Amazon Alexa and Ring.

Other things to know: Optional Ring Protect Pro monitoring plan is $20 per month (this deal comes with a free one month trial). Kit includes base station, keypad, contact sensor, motion detector, and range extender.

Read our review of the best home security system.

Ring Video Doorbell Wired — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $35; street price: $55

What we like: Our budget pick for smart doorbell cameras. Cheap. Easy to install. Solid performer. See and speak with visitors via your smartphone. Captures clear 1080p video. Accurate motion and person alerts.

Other things to know: Only compatible with Amazon Alexa and other Ring products. Hardwiring required. Ring Protect Basic plan (starts at $4/month or $40 annual) needed to store and access recordings.

Read our review of the best smart doorbell camera.

Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In — Our PickAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $100

What we like: Our pick for the best corded outdoor security camera. Captures crisp, 1080p video. Wide, 130-degree view. Two-way audio. Includes weather-resistant power cable.

Other things to know: Requires Ring Protect Basic subscription ($4/month, $40 annual) to save videos, storage for 60 days, plus person alerts, and more.

Read our review of the best outdoor security camera.

Amazon Echo Studio Smart Speaker + Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $157; street price: $240

What we like: Our upgrade pick for Alexa smart speakers. Biggest and best-sounding for music. Punchy bass. Hears and responds to voice commands even through loud music. Adjusts audio based on room acoustics. Dolby Atmos and lossless music-streaming abilities.

Other things to know: Higher price tag. No screen. Large footprint. Can work in multi-room speaker setup with other, newer Echo devices. Deal includes Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb, compatible with our upgrade pick for the best smart-lighting ecosystem.

Read our review of the best alexa smart speakers.

Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display (3rd Gen) — Upcoming PickAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $70

What we like: The newest generation of our smaller Amazon Alexa smart display pick. Ideal for nightstands or bathroom counters. Plays music, checks weather, and communicates with other smart-home devices. Display auto-dims when you turn out the lights.

Other things to know: Currently being tested by our writers. Small 5½-inch screen. Not as loud as our main picks. Has camera lens cover for privacy.

Read our review of the best smart display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Echo Show 5 Kids (3rd Gen) + Echo Glow Bundle — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $55; street price: $110

What we like: The kids variant of our upcoming smaller screen smart display pick. Bundled with a staff-favorite night-light. Same features as the “adult” version, but with parental controls and a year of Amazon Kids+. Echo Glow works with other Alexa smart devices.

Other things to know: User interface can be frustrating. Echo Glow lacks physical controls—tap it to select one of 16 color options.

Read our review of the best smart display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Eufy Security Video Doorbell 2K (Wired) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $120

What we like: Our former runner-up smart doorbell camera pick. We still like this option if you want the performance of a hardwired model without paying for a subscription. Features 2K image, person detection, local storage, customizable responses, and a separate wireless chime.

Other things to know: Draws power from your existing doorbell wires but doesn’t work with your existing chime. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can opt for Eufy’s cloud service, which offers 30 days of history for $3 per month per camera or $30 per year per camera. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart doorbell camera.

Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $150; street price: $180

What we like: Our top pick for the best smart doorbell camera. Most accurate out of all of doorbell cameras we tested at distinguishing types of motion. Sends fast alerts and captures clear audio and video. Only pick to offer free cloud storage.

Other things to know: Nest Aware subscription ($8 per month) required for storing recordings up to 30 days. Familiar Face Detection doesn't always identify faces accurately. Camera doesn't work with the old Nest app.

Read our review of the best smart doorbell camera.

Ring Alarm 14-Piece Home Security System Kit (2nd Generation) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $300

What we like: Our home security system pick if you don't want or need a mesh network. Contract-free optional 24/7 monitoring and 24/7 customer service. Easy-to-use. Works with Amazon Alexa and other Ring devices. Wide selection of compatible add-ons.

Other things to know: Optional Ring Protect Pro monitoring plan is $20 per month. Kit includes one base station, two keypads, eight contact sensors, two motion detectors, and one range extender. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best home security system.

Eufy Security Video Doorbell S220 (Battery-Powered) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $110; street price: $200

What we like: Our pick for the best battery-operated doorbell camera. Affordable, solid performance, and good battery life. Video quality is sharp, whether in 2K or 1080 resolution, and smartphone alerts arrived within a solid 7 seconds of motion.

Other things to know: Can store up to six months’ worth of footage for free on the indoor base station. Cloud storage offers 30 days of history for $3 per month or $30 per year, per camera. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Gaps between clips can last around 8 seconds. Amazon Prime membership required for Amazon, also available from Walmart.

Read our review of the best smart doorbell camera.

Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller (8-Zone) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $132; street price: $175

What we like: Our top pick for the best smart sprinkler timer. Simple controls are easy for beginners to learn, but can be fine-tuned with more advanced settings for master gardeners. Adjusts watering schedules to local weather forecasts.

Other things to know: Pricey, but the performance, features, and ease of use make it worth the extra investment. Most intuitive app of all the models we tested. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and Samsung SmartThings. Deal is for eight-zone model. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart sprinkler timer.

TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim (EP25, 4-Pack) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $33; street price: $42

What we like: Our top pick for the best smart plug. Set up is quick and easy. Features remote-control access and a timer. Can be scheduled and integrated with other smart-home devices. Controls multiple devices via Kasa app.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. Does not offer two-factor authentication. Only sold in a four-pack. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart plugs.

TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug (EP40) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $16; street price: $22

What we like: Our outdoor smart plug pick has two outlets that can be controlled independently. Easy to use and install. On/off schedules control devices you plug into it, like string lights. Withstands snow, rain, heat, and dust, in temps from -4 ºF to 122 ºF.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Should be installed with a covered outlet. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart plugs.

TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini (EP10, 2-Pack) — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $12; street price: $16

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best smart plug. Easy to use and affordable. Compact enough to fit behind furniture. Reliable performance. Has remote control access, timer, schedule tool, and device usage tracking.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. Smallest and least expensive of our picks, but lacks energy monitoring and HomeKit support. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart plugs.

Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller (Twelve Zones, Refurbished) — Top PickWoot deal price: $100 with free shipping for Prime members; street price: $150

What we like: Our top pick for the best smart sprinkler timer. Automatically optimizes watering of up to 12-irrigation zones based on local weather and types of plants. Simple enough controls for beginners but advanced settings are powerful enough for pro gardeners. Three models available with two or more independently controllable zones.

Other things to know: Pricey, but the performance, features, and ease of use make it worth the extra investment. Controllable via app or using extensive onboard controls. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and Samsung SmartThings. Prime members get free shipping. One-year manufacturer limited warranty. All three models on sale.

Read our review of the best smart sprinkler timer.

Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip (HS300) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $48

What we like: Our multiplug smart plug pick. Comes with six individually controlled smart outlets to schedule different devices and three USB-A ports. Supports energy monitoring. Can be voice-controlled via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Things to know: Surge protection is passable but not exceptional (we would recommend our surge protector picks). Doesn’t provide info on the actual energy consumption. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart plugs.

Eufy Solo IndoorCam C24 — Top PickAmazon deal price: $29; street price: $43

What we like: Our top pick for the best indoor security camera for daily use. Offers a sharp image, four choices for video storage, and continuous recording. Can distinguish between different motions and sounds. Costs less than other options with similar features.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant. Delivers 2K images while live viewing or recording to a microSD card, but it downgrades clips stored on NAS devices and in the cloud to 1080p. Amazon prime membership required.

Read our review of the best indoor security camera.

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 E26 LED Smart Bulb (3-Pack) — Pick AccessoryAmazon deal price: $76; street price: $90

What we like: Compatible with our upgrade pick for the best smart-lighting ecosystem. Can change between various shades of white and color. Bluetooth controlled.

Other things to know: Three-pack of A19 bulbs. Add a Hue hub to control bulbs remotely, use scheduling, and integrate bulbs with Hue devices and all major smart-home platforms.

Read our review of the best smart LED light bulbs.

TP-Link Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch HS200 (Non-Dimming, 3-Pack) — Former PickAmazon deal price: $30; street price: $35

What we like: Our former budget pick for in-wall smart light switches. A simple, non-dimming option that gets the job done. Reliable performance, voice control, and smart-home integration. A standout for anyone on a budget.

Other things to know: Doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of its competitors. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best in-wall smart light switch and dimmer.

Google Nest Thermostat — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $90; street price: $130

What we like: An inexpensive, simple, and programmable smart thermostat. Good for smaller homes and apartments. Reliably detects when you leave or return to automatically turn HVAC off or on.

Other things to know: Lacks learning capabilities of our top picks. Not compatible with remote sensors.

Read our review of the best smart thermostat.

Amazon Echo Pop Smart Speaker + 1-Month Amazon Music Unlimited — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $35

What we like: A good ultra-budget option from our guide to the best Alexa smart speakers. The newest and cheapest Echo speaker. Sounds fine for a small bedside speaker but pricier options are more powerful and have added features. Comes in four color options (all on sale right now).

Other things to know: Our budget pick Echo Dot has overall better sound quality, is available with a built-in clock display, and comes with motion and temperature sensors. Amazon Music Unlimited auto-renews for $10 a month, cancel anytime.

Read our review of the best Alexa smart speakers.

Google Nest Cam (Wired, Indoor) — Upcoming PickAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $100

What we like: Our upcoming upgrade pick, after retesting and seeing some improvements. Can shoot 1080p video clips up to 5 minutes, record 24/7 to the cloud (with a subscription), and distinguish between people, pets, and vehicles.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Offers limited free cloud storage of recordings, though just for three hours after motion is captured. First-time deal.

Read our review of the best indoor security camera.

Ultraloq Latch 5 Fingerprint Smart Lock — Our PickAmazon deal price: $142; street price: $190

What we like: Our pick for the best smart lock to replaces a doorknob or lever. Keypad. Fingerprint reader. Hidden physical keyway. Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for remote access via app. Works well and quickly.

Other things to know: Recommended for doors without deadbolts. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Substantially chunkier than our other picks. On sale in satin nickel and black. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best smart locks.

Govee LED Strip Light M1 (16.4 Feet) — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $100

What we like: Our task lighting pick in our guide to the best smart strip lights. More LEDs per foot than any other option we tested. Brightest of our picks. Sturdy and moisture-resistant polyurethane coating. Easy to set up and use.

Other things to know: Excellent for kitchen or any work area if you want the option to dim. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home. App has tons of options but few instructions. Deal is for the 16.4-foot length.

Read our review of the best smart strip lights.

TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer HS220 — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $23

What we like: Former top pick in our guide to in-wall smart light switches and dimmers. Still a good option if you don’t want to use your dimmer to control a fan or you don’t need HomeKit support. App also lets you create automated schedules.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT. Can only control one circuit from one location.

Read our review of the best in-wall smart light switch and dimmer.

Lutron Caséta Wireless In-Wall Smart Dimmer Switch (2-Count Kit) — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $129; street price: $170

What we like: A good option if you don’t have great Wi-Fi. Was a pick when we started this guide, and we will continue to sing its praises. Easy to install. Works reliably with many smart-home devices. Easy-to-use keypad for dimming and powering lights manually.

Other things to know: Includes two switches, the required Lutron Caséta Smart Bridge, and two wireless remotes. Uses ClearConnect wireless.

Read our review of the best in-wall smart light switch and dimmer.

GoPro Hero10 Black Action Camera — Top PickAmazon deal price: $250; street price: $340

What we like: Our top pick for the best action camera. Impressive stabilization and vibrant, detailed 5.3K resolution video. Make and edit content easily in GoPro’s app. Offers the best balance between cost and capability.

Other things to know: Images tend to be somewhat oversaturated. Action cameras can struggle in low light. Camera can run hot, but this doesn't seem to cause any performance issues and it cools down relatively quickly.

Read our review of the best action camera.

Canon Selphy CP1500 Instant Photo Printer — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $100; street price: $130

What we like: Our instant photo printer pick for larger prints. Largest, sharpest, most color accurate prints of any portable photo printer we tested. Prints on 5-by-6-inch glossy paper.

Other things to know: Removable paper tray accounts for seven inches of depth to printer. Available in black and white.

Read our review of the best instant photo printer.

Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2 Instant Photo Printer — Top PickAmazon deal price: $90; street price: $100

What we like: Our top pick for best instant photo printer. Ultra-portable and compact. Quickly delivers vibrant, credit-card-sized, film-like prints. Easy to set up and use with an intuitive app.

Other things to know: Printer body feels fragile. Prints take four to six minutes to fully develop and may lack fine detail and clarity. Uses the same film packs as Fujifilm’s Instax cameras. Price reflects in-cart at Target. Recurring deal price, but has yet to drop lower.

Read our review of the best instant photo printer.

Aura Carver Mat Digital Photo Frame — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $143; street price: $180

What we like: A variant of our top digital photo frame pick. Offers easy setup, vivid display, pleasing design and near-zero pillarboxing. Loading photos and videos remotely is a breeze. Features two frame layers that give the look of a mat picture frame.

Other things to know: The 16:10 aspect ratio isn’t our preferred 4:3. Free Aura app works with iOS and Android phones. Available in two frame colors with the white mat. Amazon Prime membership required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.

Read our review of the best digital photo frame.

Rumpl Everywhere Mat Picnic Blanket — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $60

What we like: A pick in our guide to the best picnic blankets. Folds down to the size of a paperback book. Has attached carrying case and stake loops. Top is made of a super-soft, polyester microsuede, bottom is waterproof.

Other things to know: Lacks padding. 52" x 75" inch size doesn't hold many picnickers. 100-day return policy.

Read our review of the best picnic blanket.

Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x42 Binoculars — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $264; street price: $330

What we like: Our runner-up pick for best binoculars. Optics just as clear as our top pick’s. Solid construction. Easy-to-use focusing.

Other things to know: Lowest price we’ve seen in years. Still pricier than our top pick. Grip is smaller than our top pick—better suited to smaller hands. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best "binoculars for birds, nature, and the outdoors".

CamelBak Eddy+ Water Bottle (25 Ounces) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $11; street price: $15

What we like: Our water bottle pick for easy sipping while you drive. Leak-free lid. Fits in a cup holder. Integrated straw stays sealed thanks to a foldable, plastic bite valve.

Other things to know: Lifetime guarantee against defects in the manufacturing and materials. Dishwasher-safe. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best water bottles.

CamelBak Podium Water Bottle (21 ounces) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $9; street price: $12

What we like: Our lightweight squeeze water bottle pick. Basic, cheap, and a great airport travel companion. Twist lock ensures that the bottle is tightly closed when you toss it into a bag. Dishwasher-safe.

Other things to know: Lacks a cap to protect mouthpiece. 21-ounce capacity. Limited lifetime warranty.

Read our review of the best water bottles.

Stanley Classic Legendary Bottle (2-Quart)— Top PickAmazon deal price: $33; street price: $42

What we like: A slightly smaller version of our top pick for the best thermos. Stood out for its durability, reliable heat retention, and ease of use. Dishwasher-safe, leak-proof, and easy to pour from. Ergonomic handle. Cap doubles as a cup.

Other things to know: Metal lid can be cold to hold on chilly days. Only on sale in the black color. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best thermos.

Hiearcool Universal Waterproof Phone Pouch (2-Pack) — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $10

What we like: A waterproof phone pouch and lanyard recommended by the Wirecutter staff in our piece about cheap(ish) things to bring to the beach. Comes with a locking top to protect your phone from sand and salt.

Other things to know: Decidedly uncool when you wear it. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best cheap(ish) things to bring to the beach.

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $18

What we like: Another good option for personal water purification. Less expensive than our top pick for personal water filters. Good enough if budget is your main concern. Things to know: Better than nothing in an emergency. We overwhelmingly prefer the Sawyer Mini Water Filter in nearly every situation. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gear for your bug-out bag.

Ranger Ready Picaridin 20% Tick + Insect Repellent (8 fl oz) — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $19; street price: $21

What we like: Our runner-up pick for insect repellent. Same concentration of picaridin as our top pick. Bulk refill bags can reduce waste and costs.

Other things to know: Deal is for the Scent Zero version in a spray bottle. (Bottle is less travel friendly than our top pick’s.) Amazon Prime membership required. Also available for subscribe-and-save for further discounts.

Read our review of the best bug repellents.

Brother ADS-1700W Portable Document Scanner — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $250; street price: $280

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best portable document scanner. Identical performance to our top pick, but typically costs more. (Deal lowers price to match our top pick’s.) Adds a 2.8-inch color touchscreen and additional scanning destinations.

Other things to know: Touchscreen is small, low-resolution, and resistive. Capable of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Compatible with IPv6. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable document scanner.

Brother P-touch Cube Label Maker — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $45; street price: $60

What we like: Our budget pick for best label maker. Easy to use. Good for occasional label making. Produces the same high-quality labels as our top pick. Uses the same great design suite.

Other things to know: A stripped-down version of our top pick. Lacks automatic cutter and built-in rechargeable battery. Recurring deal price but rarely drops lower. Only available in white.

Read our review of the best label makers.

HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e All-In-One Printer — Top PickAmazon deal price: $200; street price: $270

What we like: Our long-time top pick for the best all-in-one inkjet printer. Prints are consistently sharp. Software is easy to use. Ink is affordable compared to competition. Plenty of thoughtful touches. One year limited warranty.

Other things to know: Will only work with HP-branded inks. Only has a single 250-sheet paper tray. Small-ish touchscreen. Colors look good, but aren't perfectly accurate for photographers. Duplex mode pause seems longer than other printers.

Read our review of the best all-in-one printers.

Parker Jotter Stainless Steel Ballpoint Pen — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $15

What we like: Another good option from our guide to the best pen for a relatively inexpensive pen that's attractive enough to give as a gift. Slim, tapered design. All-metal pen has the most satisfyingly clicky knock of any pen we tested. Remarkably affordable compared with other “high-end” pens. Great for everyday use.

Other things to know: We tested the ballpoint and gel ink versions and love them both. First-time deal.

Read our review of the best pen.

Insta360 Link Webcam — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $255; street price: $300

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best webcam. Had the best combination of image quality, white balance, subject tracking, and smooth background blur (in Zoom). For privacy, it automatically faces down and turns off when you close your video-conferencing software.

Other things to know: Twice the price of our top pick. It feels more fragile than other webcams we’ve tested, so we don’t recommend it for people who travel with their work gear.

Read our review of the best webcams.

Paperage Lined Journal — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $12

What we like: Our budget pick for best notebook. Simple journal-style format in a medium size with a hard cover. Nice thick paper feels good to write on. Notebook has silky ribbon bookmark, back pocket with secondary slot for cards, and spine and title page labels.

Other things to know: Cover feels a bit cheap. Paper significantly thicker than typical composition notebook paper, which some dislike. On sale in dark grey, lime green, red, royal blue, and white, in the 160-page size.

Read our review of the best notebooks and notepads.

Tonmom Portable Laptop Stand — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $10

What we like: Our upcoming pick for a portable laptop stand. Sturdy, compact, and easily portable. The plastic stand is simple to set up and collapse, yet it doesn’t sacrifice much stability. Seven different height settings.

Other things to know: You need to double-check that the stand is fully locked before placing a laptop on it. Weighs 0.6 pounds. First-time deal. Deal price available in black.

Read our review of the best laptop stands.

Anker PowerConf S500 — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $154; street price: $220

What we like: A conference call Bluetooth speakerphone we like. Scored second place in our multiple-talker test. Excellent at picking up voices clearly despite added noise. Reproduces voices from the other end of the line well.

Other things to know: More expensive than our top pick. Zoom and Google Meet certified. Includes a dongle and USB-C cable. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Bluetooth speakerphone.

EcoFlow Delta 2 Portable Power Station — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $625; street price: $850

What we like: Another good portable power station if you want the option to connect a second battery for more capacity. Newer version of our runner-up pick. Offers lots of charging options, including six AC outlets, two USB-C PD ports, and two USB-A ports.

Other things to know: Relatively lightweight at 27 pounds. Typically pricier than our other picks. Use code EFLIVEPDF01 at checkout. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best portable power station.

Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $48; street price: $60

What we like: Our budget pick HD webcam. Easy to set up. Provides 2K resolution. Best image quality of any webcam at this price we’ve tested. Has switch to hide or use privacy screen. Software is basic but works well.

Other things to know: Sharpness, autofocus, and auto white balance aren’t as good as our top pick’s. Can’t swivel from side to side. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best webcams.

Lifelong Upryze Ergonomic Laptop Stand — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $55; street price: $70

What we like: Our pick for a taller laptop stand. Works well for sitting or standing. Extends up to 17 inches tall. Sturdiest of the tall stands we tested. Finer adjustment to height and angle than others.

Other things to know: Stiff hinges are strong but not easily adjustable. Best used with an external keyboard. At tallest height, can topple backward more easily if you use the laptop keyboard or bump into stand. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best laptop stands.

Uni-ball Jetstream RT Pens (12-pack, 1.0 mm) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $14; street price: $21

What we like: Our longtime pick for the best pen. Produces the darkest lines of any ballpoint pen we tested. Fast-drying ink flows out smoothly and evenly without skipping. Relatively affordable for the quality it offers.

Other things to know: Lightning deal. 12-pack of 1.0mm medium tip pens. Available in black. Ink isn’t as saturated or dark as ink from rollerball and gel pens. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best pen.

BlueParrott M300-XT Bluetooth Headset — Top PickAmazon deal price: $60; street price: $66

What we like: Our pick for best Bluetooth headset. Standout speaker voice quality and noise cancellation in our tests. Clear and static-free audio. Impressive 14-hour battery life. Comfortable and adjustable. Equipped with (relatively) up-to-date Bluetooth 5.1 technology.

Other things to know: One-piece design heavier than some options. No battery level alerts. Can be tricky to put on and take off for glasses-wearers. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Bluetooth headset.

Asics GT-2000 10 Running Shoes (Women's) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $49 (select colors); street price: $70

What we like: An all-purpose stability shoe we like in our guide to choosing the best running shoes. Functional, not flashy. Offers confidence-inspiring traction on wet roads. The laces ran through the tongue at several points and remained securely tied with no issue. Good for daily maintenance runs or the occasional long run.

Other things to know: Varying shapes are put in different places on the men’s and women’s models to address anatomical differences. A good amount of sizes on sale in the sheet rock/pink rave color. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read how to choose the best running shoes for you.

Nidra Deep Rest Eye Mask — Top PickAmazon deal price: $14; street price: $20

What we like: Our longtime pick for best sleep mask. Lightweight and contoured. Fits comfortably. Blocks light for a wide variety of face shapes. Deep eyecups don’t press on eyelids during sleep, improving comfort.

Other things to know: Velcro strap can be uncomfortable. Works best for those sitting upright or sleeping on their back. Could get knocked off during restless sleep. Select colors available. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best sleep mask.

Gym1 Power Fitness Package Pull-Up Bar — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $66; street price: $78

What we like: A great pull-up bar for swinging and kipping from our guide to best pull-up bars. Rests above the door. Has adjustable vise-grip clamps that attach to the doorframe. ASTM safety rating guarantees this product meets rigorous safety demands. Comes with accessories.

Other things to know: Rated up to 300 pounds. Time-consuming to assemble. May not work for every doorway. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best pull-up bars.

Eufy P2 Pro Smart Scale — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $44.97; street price: $80

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best smart scale. Accurate and consistent. Exceptionally water-resistant. Has a robust and easy-to-use app. Connects via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Compatible with Apple Health, Google Fit, and the Fitbit app.

Other things to know: Typically double the price of our top pick. Slightly more compact than others we tested. Some customers have reported Wi-Fi connectivity issues. Prime membership required. Clip the on-page coupon for deal price.

Read our review of the best smart scale.

Greater Goods Blood Pressure Monitor Cuff + Kit 0602 — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $17; street price: $25

What we like: A battery-operated version of our runner-up blood pressure monitor pick. Intuitive and simple to use. Provides consistent readings. Cuff fits most arm sizes. Large, easy-to-read backlit display.

Other things to know: Battery operated, AC adapter not included. Lacks the Bluetooth connectivity of our top pick, and cannot be paired with an app. Good for folks concerned about privacy issues. Cannot automatically retrieve data or average readings.

Read our review of the best blood pressure monitors for home use.

Tune Belt Sport Armband — Our PickAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $20

What we like: This affordable and reliable running armband for iPhones provides a better combination of comfort, stability, and ease of use than any other we tested. It has a straightforward design that's intuitive to use.

Other things to know: A running belt is often a better option for carrying a phone on a run. This armband comes in a variety of phone-case sizes, but we determined that model AB91 works great for several phone sizes.

Read our review of the best running gear.

Thrive Bodyshield SPF 50 Sunscreen — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $21; street price: $25

What we like: Our pick for the best reef-safe physical sunscreen. Uses ingredients considered safest for reefs. Clear non-nano zinc oxide. Easier to rub in than our physical sunscreen pick. Leaves less of a white cast on skin than other reef-safe formulas we tested.

Other things to know: Water resistant for up to 80 minutes. Broad-spectrum protection. Strong, sweet added fragrance. More expensive than our other picks. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best sunscreen.

PureRelief XL King Size Heating Pad — Top PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $35

What we like: Our longtime heating pad pick. Quickly reaches and maintains desired temperatures. Safety-certified. Auto-shutoff function. Six heat settings. Grip-friendly controller with backlit display. Plush, machine-washable cover. Storage bag included.

Other things to know: Matches previous deal. Now a Lightning deal. Five-year warranty. XL size is 12 by 24 inches. Available in select colors. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best heating pad.

Auvon iMedassist Moisture-Proof Weekly Pill Organizer — Top PickAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $12

What we like: Our top pick for the most versatile pill box, and the most customizable option we tested. Good for both weekly and daily pill organization. Daily containers pop out for easy transport. More durable and closes more securely than most organizers we tried.

Other things to know: May be too much pill box for some people. Some testers found the time of day markings confusing. Clip the on-page coupon to get the deal price.

Read our review of the best pill boxes.

Thinksport SPF 50+ Sunscreen (3 ounces) — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $12

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best reef-safe physical sunscreen. Formulated with ingredients considered safest for reefs, including non-nano zinc oxide. Rubs in fairly easily and feels nice on skin. Affordable.

Other things to know: Not fragrance-free. May leave a white cast. Only the second deal we've seen this year.

Read our review of the best reef-safe sunscreen.

Opove M3 Pro Massage Gun — Our PickAmazon deal price: $104; street price: $130

What we like: Our pick for a powerful but bulky massage gun. A quieter remake of a previous pick, the Opove M3 Pro Max. Has five speeds and six attachments. Works well for light recovery or for pressurized, targeted muscle relief. Good grip, even at high speeds.

Other things to know: The heaviest of our massage gun picks. Device bulkiness makes it hard to reach certain muscle group. Power screen can sometimes be difficult to see. Deal price is available with clipped on-page coupon. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best massage guns.

Ekrin Athletics B37 Massage Gun — Our PickAmazon deal price: $170; street price: $230

What we like: A pick in our guide to the best massage guns. Comfortable, reach-friendly ergonomic handle. Exceptionally long eight-hour battery life. Lifetime warranty. Solid value overall.

Other things to know: Includes four attachments, three made of plastic (bullet, flat, fork) and one made of a lighter, less-durable-feeling foam (ball). Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best massage guns.

Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $50; street price: $75

What we like: Our runner-up water flosser pick. As effective as our top pick and comes with similar three-year warranty. Easy to use and clean. Ten pressure settings, including a “massage” setting that emits pulses of water.

Other things to know: This is a corded model and requires a power outlet. Takes up more counter space than our top pick. All color options on sale. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best water flossers.

Tushy Ottoman Toilet Stool — Our PickAmazon deal price: $44; street price: $75

What we like: Our stylish and sturdy toilet stool pick. Curves around the base of any standard toilet. Stays immobile during use. Aesthetically pleasing design with smooth, easy-to-clean surface.

Other things to know: Assembly required, but quick to build. Can be overly slick when wearing socks. First deal we've seen this year, but the street price has risen. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best squatty potty and other toilet stools worth the floor space.

Peloton Bike — Our PickAmazon deal price: $1,095; street price: $1,445

What we like: One of our top picks for an exercise bike. Smooth and sturdy ride. Immersive experience. Community emphasis. Engaging instructors. Good alternative to a monthly spin class membership.

Other things to know: Expensive and requires a subscription ($44 a month) to function maximally. Smaller riders may struggle to find a perfect fit. Limited warranty covers the tablet, mechanics, parts, and service (from issues related to normal wear and tear for one year and the bike frame for five years). Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Peloton.

Peloton Bike+ — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $1,995; street price: $2,350

What we like: An upgraded version of one of our favorite indoor cycle picks. Smooth and sturdy ride. Immersive experience. Community emphasis. Engaging instructors. Bike+ features a larger touchscreen tablet that rotates 180 degrees left and right, an upgraded sound system, an improved front-facing camera with a privacy cover, and integrated Apple GymKit support.

Other things to know: Even more expensive than the Peloton Bike and the add-ons aren’t crucial to getting the full experience. Requires a subscription ($44 a month) to function maximally. Limited warranty covers the tablet, mechanics, parts, and service (from issues related to normal wear and tear for one year and the bike frame for five years). Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Peloton bike review: what to know before you buy.

Therabody Theragun Prime Massage Gun — Our PickAmazon deal price: $194; street price: $250

What we like: Our pick for a powerful massage gun with a multi-grip handle. Upscale and well-designed. Powerful percussion in a compact package. The triangular, multi-grip handle reduces hand strain. Bluetooth enabled; pairs with phones to offer guided programs via the companion app.

Other things to know: Four different head attachments and five speeds. Can sound like a power tool. Doesn't come with a carrying case. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best massage guns.

Therabody Theragun Mini 2nd Generation — Our PickAmazon deal price: $169; street price: $195

What we like: Our pick for a smaller portable massage gun. Tackles the basics and is good for travel. Lightweight shape is easy to hold. Better for harder-to-reach spots than our other picks.

Other things to know: Comes with three attachments, which is fewer than most models. Bluetooth enabled and connects to the Therabody app, with access to guided programs. Has a one-year limited warranty. Amazon Prime membership required from Amazon, also available from Best Buy.

Read our review of the best massage guns.

Verilux HappyLight Luxe Light Therapy Lamp — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $56; street price: $70

What we like: Our budget pick for the best light therapy lamp. Compact and packs well for travel. Bright enough in multiple color temperatures. Automated shutoff built into timer.

Other things to know: Significantly lower light output than our other picks. Fixed position can be slightly awkward. First drop we've seen this year.

Read our review of the best light therapy lamp.

Bowflex SelectTech 552 Dumbbells — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $332; street price: $430

What we like: Our adjustable dumbbells pick with smaller weight increments. Adjusts smoothly from 5 to 52½ pounds. 2½-pound increments for the first 25 pounds, and 5 pounds thereafter. Easy to operate. Will hold up over years of use.

Other things to know: Not as quick or elegant to load and unload as our top pick. The 15¾-inch-long bars can make some exercises more difficult. Not as sturdy as our top pick. A solid drop in price relative to recent pricing, but the street price has increased.

Read our review of the best adjustable dumbbells.

Champion Spot Comfort Sports Bra — Our PickAmazon deal price: $22; street price: $28

What we like: Our pick for the best sports bra for C/D cup sizes. Provides cup definition without sacrificing support. Padded, adjustable straps and back clasp. Easy to take on and off.

Other things to know: Can't adjust the straps as easily during exercise as you can with a racerback. Amazon Prime membership required. Available in most sizes in select colors.

Read our review of the best sports bras.

Cora The Easy-Does-It Menstrual Cup (size 1) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $22; street price: $28

What we like: Best menstrual cup for beginners. Easier than most to fold, insert, and remove. Silicone is soft and easy to clean. Nice middle size.

Other things to know: Size 2 is recommended for medium-heavy flow. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best menstrual cups and discs.

Lego Disney Princess Moana’s Wayfinding Boat 43210 — Our PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $33

What we like: A Disney Moana-themed pick from our guide to the best Lego sets for kids. 321-piece playset comes with mini-dolls of Moana, her mother Sina, and a dolphin, plus a double-hulled sailboat with removable shelter.

Other things to know: Recommended for ages six and up. This build was age-appropriate for our tester, who found it challenging but rewarding.

Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.

Green Toys Submarine — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $7; street price: $9

What we like: A sturdy and dishwasher-safe toy submarine from our guide to the best gifts for 2-year-olds. Holds up to years of rough toddler play. Simpler and quieter than similar toys.

Other things to know: Staffers found Green Toys aged better than other brands when left outside. Made in the USA from recycled plastic. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gifts for 2-year-olds.

Wonder Crew Superhero Buddy (Will) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $21

What we like: Our pick for a super friend in our guide to the best dolls. Comes with cape and mask—and matching kid-size versions. Aimed at inspiring imaginative play around friendship, adventure, and empathy.

Other things to know: Doll-playing in preschool-age boys can result in teasing by other boys. Can be the perfect opportunity for a grown-up to intervene with a gentle correction as simple as, “Dolls are for everyone,” hard stop.

Read our review of the best dolls.

ThinkFun Invasion of the Cow Snatchers — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $19; street price: $25

What we like: A solo puzzle game featured in our gift guide for 7-year-olds. Entertaining challenges that increase in difficulty. Exercises kids’ spatial reasoning skills.

Other things to know: Comes with game board, pieces, and 60 puzzle cards. Recurring deal but rarely drops lower and discounts are typically short-lived.

Read our review of the best gifts for 7-year-olds.

Lego Friends Nova's Room 41755 — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $17; street price: $20

What we like: A pick in our guide to the best Lego sets for kids. A 179-piece playset of Nova's gaming-themed bedroom. Includes multiple monitors, a swiveling chair, and mini-dolls of Nova, her friend Zac, and Nova's dog, Pickles.

Other things to know: While this set is recommended for ages 6 and up, our 5-year-old tester only needed minimal building help from her parent.

Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.

Lego Friends Liann's Room Playset 41739 — Our PickAmazon deal price: $16; street price: $20

What we like: A pick from our guide to the best Lego sets for kids. 204-piece playset of Liann's art-themed bedroom. Features easels and paintings, a skateboard, and more. Liann and Autumn mini dolls and a pet gecko included.

Other things to know: Recommended for kids ages 6 and up. The Lego Friends line is marketed towards girls, but this set is appropriate for any creative-leaning kid. Deal price matches low.

Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.

Panel Sound Pickleball Paddle Set with Four Indoor Balls — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $40

What we like: A staff-favorite pickleball paddle set. Grippy handles and rubbery faces absorb some of the ball's velocity.

Other things to know: New low for this set of two. Comes with four indoor balls, a carrying case, and two cooling towels. Clip the on-page coupon for deal price. Other colors are also available for a few dollars more.

Read our review of our favorite home pickleball set.

Lego Creator 3in1 Cozy House 31139 — Our PickAmazon deal price: $49; street price: $60Walmart deal price: $49; street price: $60

What we like: A house set we recommend in our guide to the best Lego sets for kids. Consists of three house options and comes with loads of tiny builds. All three structures have hinges for creating fully enclosed houses that make lovely display structures and swing back open for playtime.

Other things to know: The sheer number of smaller builds can be too much for some people, and the instructions are frustrating. The priciest Creator 3in1 set in this guide. Recommended for ages eight and up.

Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.

Ravensburger Gravitrax Marble Run Starter Set — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $48; street price: $60

What we like: A build-it-yourself marble run set recommended in our gift guide for 8-year olds. Kids stack and arrange plastic disks to build complex marble-racing routes. Incorporates concepts of gravity, magnets, and kinetics. Feels more refined than the other marble run sets.

Other things to know: Requires special metal marbles, replacements need to be ordered directly from Ravensburger. Recommended for children ages eight and up. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gifts for 8-year-olds.

Lego Frozen: Elsa's Jewelry Box Creation 41168 — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $32; street price: $38

What we like: Another good Lego set for fans of Frozen. Small but cute and very Elsa-themed. Can act as keepsake chest to store small precious items.

Other things to know: A former pick in our guide to the best Lego set for kids, but we let it go for more recent sets. Set is only 300 pieces and includes friendship rings, a turntable to make the Elsa minifig spin, and a locking drawer.

Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.

Lego Minecraft: The Llama Village 21188 — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $104; street price: $130

What we like: Another good Lego set for fans of Minecraft (and llamas). Minecraft lovers will appreciate the IRL building opportunity. Big llama "spits" lego bricks.

Other things to know: 1,252 piece set includes six customizable modules, six minifigs, and three mobs.

Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.

Lego Star Wars: BD-1 Droid 75335 — Another Good OptionAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $95

What we like: Another good Lego set we like for fans of Star Wars and the Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order video game. Even if you've never played the game, who wouldn't want an adorable exploration droid sitting on their desk?

Other things to know: A little top heavy but lots of articulation points means he can be posed in many expressive ways. More display piece than toy. 1062-piece set includes a display sign, no base.

Read our review of the best Lego isn’t just for kids. here’s how to become an adult Lego master..

Summoner Wars Board Game — Our PickAmazon deal price: $38; street price: $50

What we like: A battling two-player card game that's easy to learn and set up. As tactically deep and interesting as more elaborate war games we tested.

Other things to know: Feels like a mix of Dungeons & Dragons combat and a particularly tricky Legend of Zelda temple block puzzle. The grid occupies a large table space. Lacks in-box organization.

Read our review of the best two-player board games.

Wingspan Board Game Asia Expansion — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $30; street price: $45

What we like: Unique, bird-themed engine building strategy board game. Recommended as a beautifully designed and fun to play pick in our board game guide. Has enough different bird cards and varying strategies to make replay worthwhile.

Other things to know: The Wingspan Asia Expansion is a six-to-seven-player expansion set for the original Wingspan board game, or a standalone solo or two-player game. Games typically last 40 to 70 minutes. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best board games.

Catan Board Game — Our PickAmazon deal price: $26; street price: $40

What we like: A next-level strategy game pick in our guide to the best beginner board games for adults. Requires more strategy than luck. A fun and competitive civilization and resource collecting game. An iconic staple in the board game scene.

Other things to know: In-depth rules can be daunting and is much easier to play if at least one player has prior experience. Three to four players. Games typically last 60 to 120 minutes. Matches best price of 2023, but we expect to see better in November. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best beginner board games for adults.

Carcassonne Board Game — Our PickAmazon deal price: $19; street price: $25

What we like: Entry-level medieval city-building game with easier rules and a shorter play time than more advanced games like Catan. Interactive gameplay with quick-moving turns. Easy-to-navigate for players of all skill levels.

Other things to know: Two to five players, with expansion pack (sold separately) for up to six. Games run about 30 to 45 minutes. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best beginner board games for adults.

Inhuman Conditions — Our PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $40

What we like: A 10-minute role-playing game we recommend in our two-player board game guide. One player (a futuristic bureaucrat) conducts a tense but often silly interrogation to deduce whether their interviewee is a human or a potentially murderous robot. Each round is five minutes long.

Other things to know: May still seem intimidating if you’re not conversant with the role-playing genre. First-time deal. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best two-player board games.

Tokaido Board Game — Our PickAmazon deal price: $24; street price: $34

What we like: A board game we recommend in our gift guide for frequent travelers. Beautifully designed and simple to play, it's more about the journey than the destination.

Other things to know: Set in Edo-era Japan. Plays similarly to Ticket to Ride, but with less stress and competition. Two to five players. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Most games are around 45 minutes.

Read our review of the best gifts for frequent travelers.

Carcassonne Inns & Cathedrals Board Game Expansion — Pick AccessoryAmazon deal price: $14; street price: $17

What we like: An expansion to one of our favorite intro-level strategy board games for adults. Adds cathedrals and inns to the city-building game. Carcassonne is similar but with easier rules and faster play time than the city-building game Catan.

Other things to know: Requires Carcassonne base game to play. Cathedrals can increase city value, inns double road thief value. For Prime members only.

Read our review of the best beginner board games for adults.

Pandemic Board Game — Our PickAmazon deal price: $20; street price: $40

What we like: A pick in our guide to beginner board games for adults. Great cooperative game. Designed for 2–4 players. Lasts around 45 minutes per game.

Other things to know: Short enough to not feel like a slog. Highly interactive. May be too soon for some people.

Read our review of the best beginner board games for adults.

Eufy SpaceView Baby Monitor — Top PickAmazon deal price: $120; street price: $135

What we like: Our pick for the best local-video baby monitor. 720p camera. Pans side to side and tilts up and down remotely via controls on the display unit. 5-inch monitor screen is big enough to see comfortably. Easy-to-use controls for adjusting temperature and sound alerts.

Other things to know: Recharges using a Micro-USB plug. Simpler and easier to deal with than Wi-Fi models, but you can’t use your phone to check in rem0tely. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best baby monitors.

Happiest Baby Sleepea Baby Swaddle — Top PickAmazon deal price: $18; street price: $33

What we like: Our pick for the best baby swaddle. The most effective swaddle we tested. Keeps babies snug and secure with a unique interior Velcro panel. Safe. Comfortable. Easy to use. Harder for babies to break out of than other swaddles. Other thing to know: Can be used with or without interior Velcro panel. In medium and large sizes, the shoulders unsnap to create optional armholes for one-arm-out or both-arms-out transitional swaddling. Down to $18 for the graphite planets and ivory planets patterns in the large size.

Read our review of the best baby swaddles.

Playskool Play Favorites Busy Poppin’ Pals — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $13; street price: $19

What we like: A well-designed, classic baby toy we like in our guide to the best toys for kids with special needs. Little fingers can slide, pull, push, twist, and press to make the animals pop. Designed to suit a range of fine motor skills. Can delight kids of various ages and abilities. Also a pick in our guide to best gifts for 1-year-olds.

Other things to know: Amazon-exclusive version that doesn’t include numbers. For children ages 9 months and up.

Read our review of the best toys for kids with disabilities.

Philips Sonicare for Kids Sonic Electric Toothbrush — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $30

What we like: Our powerful, rechargeable toothbrush pick for kids. Encourages kids to brush using a fun and interactive app. May help reluctant brushers develop good habits. Vibrates and has a built-in two-minute timer.

Other things to know: It’s louder, bigger, and typically twice the price of our top pick. May be too big for younger kids. Recharges by plugging into a base. Clip the on-page coupon for the deal price.

Read our review of the best electric toothbrush for kids.

Bentgo Fresh Lunch Box (3-Pack) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $32; street price: $40

What we like: Our pick for a plastic bento-style lunch box for kids. Keeps foods separate, protected, and nicely organized. Durable rigid case. Removable, dishwasher-safe inner tray. Compact design.

Other things to know: Latches and hinges may break after a year or two. Two-year warranty. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best kids lunch boxes.

Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat with Anti-Rebound Bar — Our PickAmazon deal price: $197; street price: $240

What we like: Our pick for best travel car seat for infants. Anti-rebound base for added safety. European belt path (a rarity in the US) makes non-base installs easier while traveling. Convenient no-rethread adjustable harness.

Other things to know: For passengers up to 32 inches and 35 pounds. Weighs 10 pounds without base. Works with many Chicco strollers without purchase of extra adapter. Available in select colors. Must be a Prime member.

Read our review of the best infant car seats.

Maxi-Cosi Iora Bedside Bassinet — Our PickAmazon deal price: $189 (select colors); street price: $240

What we like: Our pick for a spacious and sturdy bedside bassinet with storage. Stylish, sleek, and roomy. Adjustable vertically and horizontally. Generous lower shelf for storage. Easy, 10-minute assembly. Breaks down quickly to fit in included travel bag.

Other things to know: Amazon Prime membership required. Mesh sides do not drop down for co-sleeping. A big bassinet with an even bigger footprint. A deep interior could make lifting a baby out more difficult. Matches the lowest price we've seen but only on sale and only in essential grey.

Read our review of the best bassinets and bedside sleepers.

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Piggy Bank — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $13; street price: $18

What we like: An interactive piggy bank toy we recommend as a gift for toddlers. Plays cheerful responses and songs. Teaches colors and counting in English and Spanish. Helps motor skill development for young children.

Other things to know: Batteries included. Songs and noises are brief, and not too loud or grating. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best gifts for 2-year-olds.

Elvie Pump Wearable Electric Breast Pump (Double) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $400; street price: $480

What we like: Our top pick for a discreet wearable breast pump. Lightweight, effective, and easy to use. Gentle suction pattern. Easy to transfer milk without spills. App gives you a sense of how much you’re pumping.

Other things to know: Double the cost of many traditional electric pumps. Has five small parts for removing and cleaning. Some online reviews report that the pump can leak at its central connection point, though we didn't have this issue. Deal is for the double pump. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wearable breast pumps.

Green Toys Dump Truck Toy — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $15

What we like: A timeless toy for toddlers, recommended in our best gifts for 2-year-olds. Durable enough to withstand rough-and-tumble play indoors and out. Dishwasher-safe. No metal parts.

Other things to know: Staffers have found that Green Toys age better than other brands when left outdoors. Made in the USA from recycled plastic.

Read our review of the best gifts for 2-year-olds.

RunningSnail MD-090P Emergency Weather Radio — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $29; street price: $36

What we like: Our budget pick for the best emergency weather radio. Sturdy with an excellent battery life. Multiple charging options (including a hand-crank generator). Picks up NOAA weather-band radio signals with great reception once you turn it on and tune in.

Other things to know: Doesn’t provide automatic weather alerts. No beeping or flashing to warn of incoming bad weather. A few bucks shy of the lowest price we’ve seen. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best emergency weather radio.

Allpowers SP012 Portable Solar Battery Charger — Upcoming PickAmazon deal price: $110; street price: $175

What we like: Our upcoming pick for the best portable solar battery charger. Powerful. Lightweight. Weatherized. USB and DC output ports can charge up to four devices. Built-in handle. Zip-up pocket holds a couple small accessories.

Other things to know: No built-in kickstand to angle toward sun during off-peak hours. Thicker than other models when folded. First-time deal.

Read our review of the best portable solar battery charger.

Olight S2R Baton II Flashlight — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $54; street price: $63

What we like: Our rechargeable pick from our guide to the best flashlights. Easy to use. Recharges with a magnetic USB charging attachment.

Other things to know: Less bright than our other picks. Like other rechargeable flashlights, when you run out of power, you can't easily replace the batteries for more light. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best flashlight.

Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer Hot Air Brush — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $48

What we like: A staff favorite that combines the power of a blow dryer and a round brush. A simple and affordable daily styling solution.

Other things to know: Our testers generally liked the Dyson Airwrap better (but it’s far less affordable). Deal only available in the black and pink colors. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best the dyson airwrap costs 10 times as much as revlon one-step. but does it deliver a better blowout?.

Glow by Daye Satin Lined Shower Cap — Our PickAmazon deal price: $18; street price: $23

What we like: Our pick for an adjustable shower cap. A dependable option for adults and children of all head sizes and types and lengths of hair. Soft, luxurious, satin inner liner. Exceptional performance and adjustability.

Other things to know: Manufacturer recommends hand-washing. Expensive. Best warranty (one year) of all caps we tested. First-time deal.

Read our review of the best our favorite shower caps.

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $300; street price: $430

What we like: Our upgrade-pick hair dryer since 2016. Vibration-free and quieter than other high-end models. Short nozzle is ultra-maneuverable. Simple-to-switch magnetic attachments for easy styling.

Other things to know: The lowest price we've seen, only available in black/nickel. Doesn't make your hair look substantively better than cheaper dryers.

Read our review of the best hair dryer.

Big Claw Clips (8-Pack) — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $6; street price: $8

What we like: A staff-favorite claw clip for wrangling curly and unruly hair. Stays put even during sleep. Extremely durable and sturdy.

Other things to know: Includes a total of eight soft matte plastic clips in two styles and multiple colors. Clips measure 4.33 x 1.85 x 1.97 inches and open to 3.54 inches. Other 8-packs are available for $7. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of our favorite hair ties, scrunchies, bows, and clips.

Crest 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips Bundle — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $30; street price: $46

What we like: An at-home teeth-whitening solution that is a staff favorite. Low-tech, effective, and very affordable. No dentist visits required.

Other things to know: Slower than professional treatments—results take several sessions over the course of a few weeks. Comes with 20 Professional Effects treatments and two 1-Hour Express treatments. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best teeth whitening strips/a>.

Amazon Essentials Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt (Men's) — Staff PickAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $20

What we like: A staff-favorite sweatshirt. Comfortable and well-fitted. Looks professional during video calls. Works in or out of the office.

Other things to know: Available in all sizes of black. Street price has risen this year. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best .

Mr. Siga Microfiber Cleaning Cloths (12-pack) — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $11; street price: $15

What we like: A staff favorite from our gift guide for people who love to clean. Inexpensive. Machine washable. Perfect for cleaning and shining any reflective surface. Extremely tight weave. Electrostatic charge grabs dust and tiny dirt particles.

Other things to know: New low price. Amazon Prime membership required. Available in select colors.

Read our review of the best gifts for people who love to clean.

Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 75366 — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $41; street price: $45

What we like: A clever Advent calendar provides one mini Lego build per day. Enjoyable for kids and adults alike.

Other things to know: One of a line of LEGO advents we love, from Star Wars to Marvel. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Read our review of our favorite Advent calendars.

AncestryDNA Test Kit — Top PickAmazon deal price: $49; street price: $99

What we like: Our top pick for the best DNA testing kit. Makes it easy to explore your ethnic roots. Largest family-matching database. Thorough reports and interface. Presents test results in a clear manner with useful historical context. Straightforward instructions.

Other things to know: Can’t differentiate between maternal and paternal lineages. AncestryDNA may monetize your DNA data if you opt into its research program. All DNA testing kits have privacy risks that you should take into account. Amazon Prime membership is required.

Read our review of the best DNA testing kit.

ChomChom Pet Hair Remover — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $20 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $25

What we like: A pet hair remover we recommend in multiple gift guides for pets and people who love to clean. Portable, reusable, and easier to maneuver than a vacuum cleaner. Removes fur buildup, dirt, and other debris between deep cleans.

Other things to know: We've seen deals on this often. Has dropped lower twice this year. Must use clipped on-page coupon.

Read our review of the best gifts for cats.

Pop Chart 100 Essential Movies Scratch-Off Print — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $14; street price: $20

What we like: A pick in our guide to the best gifts for tweens. Scratch-off poster offers fun way to track movies a tween has watched, along with the ones they look forward to checking off their list in the future.

Other things to know: It’s exciting to scrape off each square like a lottery ticket—but if your tween is feeling impatient, they can uncover them all and enjoy a lovely poster.

Read our review of the best gifts for tweens.

Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ Telescope — Also GreatAmazon deal price: $172; street price: $220

What we like: Our app-compatible telescope pick for beginners. Dead-simple smartphone app highlights the most interesting viewing opportunities and shows how to find them in the sky. Lightweight and portable, with an easy-to-position alt-azimuth mount.

Other things to know: Best for viewing celestial objects located closer to Earth, like the moon and planets. Amazon Prime membership is required. Not the lowest price we've seen, but still a good deal.

Read our review of the best telescopes for beginners.

iOttie iTap Magnetic 2 Car Phone Mount — Top PickAmazon deal price: $17; street price: $23

What we like: Our top pick for the best dash or windshield car-phone mount. Supports most phones on a dashboard or windshield, both vertically and horizontally. Convenient and easy-to-use. Simple set-up. Sturdy construction.

Other things to know: Magnetic phone mounts are generally the most convenient and easiest-to-use options for holding your phone in a car. But they require putting a magnet in your phone case. Larger phones might slip when held horizontally. Amazon Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best car phone mount.

Hopkins SubZero 80037 Ice Scraper and Snow Brush — Top PickAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $33

What we like: Our top pick for the best ice scraper and snow brush. The scraping blade, ice-crushing teeth, and plow-like bristle broom are the best we’ve tested. Thoughtful features include padded grips, a self-locking extension mechanism, and easy-to-use buttons.

Other things to know: The size is average—39 inches folded up and 60 inches (5 feet) fully extended. It can’t be fully disassembled.

Read our review of the best ice scraper and snow brush.

ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger — Our PickAmazon deal price: $24; street price: $30

What we like: Our pick for the best MagSafe car mount for iPhone. An affordable mount that's easy to install. Built with additional support arm for extra stability. Can be installed on your air vent or dashboard.

Other things to know: Works with all MagSafe-compatible iPhones (iPhone 12, 13, 14, and 15). Supports up to 7.5 W charging. Car charging adapter not included.

Read our review of the best car phone mount.

Flexi New Neon Retractable Tape Dog Leash (Medium) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $17; street price: $20

What we like: Our top pick for the best retractable leash. Built sturdily out of bright, reflective material. Affordable. Comes from a company that's serious about pet and user safety. One of the few companies that doesn't just rebrand generic products with their own label.

Other things to know: We found the handle smaller and less comfortable for long walks than those on some other models. Medium size is on sale in the black/neon color.

Read our review of the best retractable leash.

Chuckit Ultra Ball (2-Pack) — Our PickAmazon deal price: $5; street price: $7

What we like: One of our favorite dog toys. Made entirely of rubber. Tougher than a tennis ball and difficult for most doggos to quickly chew through. Bouncier on turf. Bright orange hue is easy to spot.

Other things to know: Medium is the same size as a standard tennis ball. We used to see regular deals at $4, but this is the lowest price we've noted in 2023.

Read our review of the best "dog toys, according to our pups".

Embark Breed + Health Kit Dog DNA Test — Top PickAmazon deal price: $115; street price: $160

What we like: Our top pick for a dog DNA test. Comprehensive database of more than 350 breeds. Screens for more than 230 genetic health conditions and traits. Company promises to directly contact pet owners about worrisome results.

Other things to know: New low price, better than previous Prime Day or Black Friday sales. Breed results are 95 to 99 percent accurate. No government oversight of the industry. Tests aren’t independently verified. Use code DNAOFADEAL to get the deal price from Embark. Deal is also available from Chewy. Prime membership required for Amazon.

Read our review of the best dog DNA test.

Embark Breed Ancestry Dog DNA Test — Pick VariantAmazon deal price: $85; street price: $110

What we like: A breed-focused variant of our top pick for dog DNA tests. Same comprehensive breed database. Learn about your dog’s breed ancestry. Excellent customer service.

Other things to know: Health test not included. Recommended if you don’t want genetic-disease detection. New deal comes in at a new low and the best price we've seen by far. Also available from Amazon for Prime members.

Read our review of the best dog DNA test.

Mars Coat King Boar Bristle Cat Brush — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $13

What we like: Staff-favorite brush for pets. Gentle. Great for getting pets used to being groomed. Helps loosen tangles. Good for bonding with pets.

Other things to know: Rare discount.

Read our review of the best pet fur removers.

Delomo Pet Hair Remover Glove — Staff FavoriteAmazon deal price: $6; street price: $8

What we like: A staff-favorite hands-on grooming glove from our piece about handling pet fur. Silicone-tipped glove lets pets forget that you’re trying to groom them. Extracts and holds on to an enormous amount of fur. Fur can be pulled off easily.

Other things to know: Lowest price we’ve seen. Amazon Prime membership required.

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Ego ST1521S Power+ String Trimmer with Powerload — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $180; street price: $250

What we like: This is the previous model of the current top pick (Ego ST1511T) in our guide to the best string trimmers. Long battery life and excellent power. Comes with battery and charger. Major upgrade over a gas trimmer, with its pleasant noise and no emissions.

Other things to know: The newer model of this trimmer has a telescoping shaft and quick handle adjustment.

Read our review of the best string trimmers.

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From electronics to home essentials, these ace deals from the Prime Big Deal Days 2023 event are all $100 or less.

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