Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days event is returning on Oct. 8-9, and it’s the perfect time to get a head start on your holiday shopping, months before it’s even time to deck the halls. The retail giant is promising savings on top brands and products across major categories like home, tech, apparel, and beyond.
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At ZDNET, our deal-finding experts are already rounding up the best early October Prime Day deals so you can find the most savings. We keep our eyes peeled for savings on top products backed by ZDNET testing, discounts greater than 20% off, and products that don’t frequently see a sale, and consider your buying options as if we were purchasing every item on this list ourselves. We only recommend products that are worth your cash.
Here are the best early Prime Big Deal Days offers we’ve seen ahead of Amazon’s flagship fall event. Be sure to check back here as we scour the site for the best deals every day leading up to the sale.
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Our favorite early Amazon October Prime Day deals
- Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 Portable Powerstation<!–> for $499 (save $300): This popular Jackery portable power station is 38% off thanks to a Lightning Deal. Don’t ever go without a power boost.
- Blink Outdoor 4 Security Camera 3-Pack–> for $100 (save $160): Blink’s popular security cam bundle frequently sees a sale during Amazon’s key events, but this whopping 62% off is one of the best we’ve seen in a while.
- Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam<!–> for $50 (save $30): Ring’s newest Pan-Tilt indoor cam features HD video and two-way talk, and it’s already 33% off ahead of Prime Day.
- MacBook Air M3 256GB–> for $900 (save $200 with coupon): Apple’s latest MacBook Air model is available for 15% off right now, the lowest price we’ve seen since May.
- Apple iPhone 16 Pro Silicone MagSafe Case<!–> for $42 (save $7): Did you just upgrade to an iPhone 16 Pro? Snag one of Apple’s flagship silicone cases to go with it. Check out savings on Apple’s silicone case for the iPhone 16–> and Pro Max<!–>, too.
- Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 + $30 Amazon Gift Card–> for $229 (save $30): Google’s latest Pixel Buds Pro 2 can be yours with a free $30 gift card right now.
- MacBook Air M2 256GB<!–> for $849 (save $150): Apple’s M3 MacBooks have been out for several months now, but we’ve only recently seen price drops on the M2 models.
- Torras iPhone 15 or 16 Tempered Glass Screen Protector–> for $30 (save $12): Did you just upgrade to a new iPhone? Outfit your screen with one of our top iPhone screen protectors for 29% off.
- Anker Nano 30W USB-C GaN Charger<!–> for $15 (save $8): It’s never a bad idea to have a backup wall charger, and this one from Anker is on sale, offers a USB-C connection, and is compact.
- Apple iPad 10th Gen–> for $299 (save $50): Apple didn’t upgrade the base model iPad just yet, but it did give it a price cut to $349 back in June. Now, you can grab one for just $299, the lowest price we’ve seen it at.
- Costco 1-Year Gold Star Membership + $20 Digital Shop Card<!–> for $45 (save $20): Save on a yearly Costco membership fee with this digital shop card deal from Stack Social.
- Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A 4-Pack–> for $34 (save $16): We’re all about practical purchases, and these Kasa smart plugs can help transform your household into a smart system (oh, and they’re 32% off).
- Apple Watch SE<!–> $189 (save $60): Apple didn’t unveil a new model of their Watch SE last week, so last year’s model is still the latest and greatest base wearable from the brand. Pick one up now for $60 off. It makes a great gift for a first-time smartwatch user.
- Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum + Mop–> for $380 (save $490): Vacuum and mop your floors with ease thanks to this Roborock’s 4,200 Pa suction and LiDAR navigation for flawless mapping.
Best early October Prime Day deals under $25: Smart home tech, AirTags, and more
- Apple AirTag–> $24 (save $6): Keep track of everything from your remote to your keys to your kids with an AirTag, our favorite Bluetooth tracker.
- Blink Video Doorbell<!–>
for $30 (save $30): Technically this deal is $5 over $25, but it’s too good to not include. Grab a Blink video doorbell for 50% off right now and add extra security to your home. - Blink Mini 2 Indoor Cam–> for $20 (save $20): This compact camera from Blink is great for adding security to your home, or for keeping up with your favorite furry friend when you’re away from home.
- Govee Smart Light Bulbs 4-Pack<!–> for $25 (save $10 with coupon): Upgrade your basic bulbs to smart bulbs from Govee that allow for Google Assistant and Alexa to sync up with them for seamless integration in your smart home system. Plus, this bundle pack is 20% off now.
- Renpho Smart Scale–> for $20 (save $15 with coupon): Connect this smart scale with popular health and fitness apps like Samsung Health, MyFitnessPal, Fitbit, and Apple Health to track your body fat percentage, muscle mass, visceral fat, water weight, metabolic age, and more.
- Anker iPhone 15/16 Charger 2-Pack<!–> for $13 (save $6): These chargers provide 20W of high-speed charging for devices like the iPhone 15 and 16, AirPods Pro, iPad Pro, and more for an affordable price.
- Musicozy Sleep Headphones–> for $20 (save $23): This combination sleep headphone/sleep mask block out light in your room — they’re a great option for light sleepers.
- Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook<!–> for $23 (save $11): One of our favorite smart notebooks lets you digitize your handwritten notes.
- TP-Link Wi-Fi Extender–> for $13 (save $5 with coupon): If your home Wi-Fi gets spotty, this extender can boost your internet coverage up to 1,200 square feet.
- Microsoft Windows 11 Pro License<!–> for $20 (save $179 at Stack Social): Upgrade to Windows 11 for the lowest price we’ve seen so far.
Best early October Prime Day tech deals: Fire tablets, TVs, and more
- Samsung T5 EVO Portable 4TB SSD<!–> for $230 (save $195): Store thousands of extra files, photos, and more with this portable SSD from Samsung.
- Ring Video Battery Doorbell Plus–> for $100 (save $50): Save 33% on a battery operated Ring doorbell to help upgrade your home’s security. Grab the wired Ring Doorbell Pro 2<!–> for $150 (save $80) too.
- Logitech Combo Touch iPad Air 13-inch M4 Case–> for $200 (save $30): If you need a new keyboard case for your iPad Air M4, ZDNET’s favorite Logitech Combo Touch is on sale ahead of Prime Day.
- Amazon Echo Frames Polarized Sunglasses<!–> for $200 (save $130): Enter your Clark Kent era with these smart glasses. Access your favorite music and content and even control your smart home.
- Ring Spotlight Cam Plus–> for $110 (save $60): This spotlight cam from Ring is great for outdoor use, plus it’s 35% off now.
- Ring Floodlight Cam<!–> for $120 (save $80): This wired outdoor security cam makes it easy to secure your yard, deck, and home. Get it for 40% off now.
- Ring Stick Up Cam–> for $55 (save $45): Need something for indoors? The Ring Stick Up cam is 45% off now, and features night vision, two-way talk, and more.
- Anker Prime GaN 67W USB-C Charger<!–> for $45 (save $15): A wall charger is not the most exciting Prime Day grab, but it’s certainly practical. This gallium nitride charger offers 67W of power and can boost your MacBook, iPhone, and more.
- Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker–> for $70 (save $30): This ultra-portable and waterproof bluetooth speaker features big bass and 360 degree sound. Grab it for $30% off now.
- JBL Quantum 300 Wired Gaming Headphones<!–> for $50 (save $30): Grab a pair of these JBL gaming headphones for 38% off, perfect for late-night gaming sessions.
- Amazon Fire TV 50-inch 4-Series 4K–> for $300 (save $150): Snag this Fire TV for 33% off and watch all your favorite movies and shows for less.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE<!–> for $350 (save $100): Save $100 on Samsung’s Tab S9 FE, with comes with an S Pen stylus and 128GB of storage.
- Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series HD–> for $110 (save $90): Save 35% on this Fire TV that’s a perfect size for a college apartment, kid’s room, and more.
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro Tablet<!–> for $90 (save $60): Got kids? Grab the HD 8 Pro Kids tablet from Amazon for less.
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet–> for $60 (save $70): This 8-inch tablet features an HD display and 64GB of storage. Plus, it’s a whopping 54% off now.
- Soundcore by Anker P20i Earbuds<!–> for $20 (save $20): These budget earbuds from Anker just got more affordable at half-off. Plus, they’re water resistant and work great for work calls.