It’s officially Prime Day. While there are plenty of opportunities to spend big and save thousands, there also are of deals that fall under the $50 mark. You’ll be surprised what $50 or less can get you in tech, fitness, home, kitchen or otherwise. Even if you just wanted to treat the kids, there’s that too.
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The two-day Amazon sales event kicked off today, Oct. 8, and will run through tomorrow, Oct. 9. That said, we’ve seen plenty of decent discounts in the run-up and expect some better ones in the coming days. Sometimes the lowest prices kick in before and after Prime Day itself, so it’s good to keep an eye out throughout the week. Regardless, if you want to get your holiday shopping done early or just grab something you’ve had your eye on for a while on the cheap, now is the time to act.
Got a little more to spend? We’re also rounding up the best Prime Day deals under $100 to shop during the event. Either way, head below for all the latest Amazon Prime Day deals under $50.
Best October Prime Day tech deals under $50
This ESR wallet snaps onto the back of your phone and serves as a two-way adjustable stand so you can watch videos on your phone in portrait or landscape mode. Plus, this nifty device has a finger loop for a secure hold, it works with Apple’s Find My so you can track it if it’s within 50 meters, and it fits up to three cards for easy access.
Amazon has put its 4K streaming stick back on sale before Prime Day, slashing the price in half. Turn any TV into a smart TV with this easy to use and set up streaming stick.
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Prime members save $21 on this midsize flashlight that’s durable and rated for 1,000 lumens (that’s pretty darn bright) with a four-hour runtime on high mode. Alas, it recharges with a micro-USB cable, not USB-C. But if you have one of those old micro-USB cables stashed in a drawer, you’re all set.
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Go from frozen fruit to delicious smoothie in seconds with this powerful, simple-to-use blender set. Includes 11 pieces, including three different cup sizes and various lids.
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This mini stepper is great for sneaking some cardio in during the day and also has resistance bands so you can work your arms at the same time.
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With a cute flamingo print and more than a 60% discount, it’s hard to go wrong with this wallet by designer Vera Bradley. It’s got 12 card slips, two bill slips and a zipper coin pocket, plus it has RFID protection to help keep cards and ID safe from theft.
When you’re looking for a slide-on shoe that’s actually comfortable and affordable, nothing compares to Crocs. While prices vary based on size and color, we’ve spotted the slate gray variants as low as $36. Some colors and sizes are unavailable for now, however.
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This Nooie baby monitor makes it easy to keep an eye on things from anywhere. It boasts a 1080p video resolution with powerful infrared night vision and can rotate both horizontally and vertically so you can get a clear view of what’s happening. Plus, it supports 24/7 livestreaming with real-time motion detection and audio alerts.
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What is Prime Day?
Amazon’s October Prime Day event is officially called Prime Big Deal Days, but the shopping extravaganza essentially functions as a second Amazon Prime Day event ahead of the holiday season. If you’ve never shopped during a Prime Day sale before, you might be wondering exactly what it entails, so here’s a brief explainer. It’s a two-day Amazon sale that will offer exclusive savings to Amazon Prime subscribers with limited-time offers, flash deals and rock-bottom prices. It’s a rare chance to score Black Friday-level pricing outside of November, so it’s usually well worth shopping.
When is Amazon’s Prime Day 2024 event?
Amazon’s Prime Day event is Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 this year, meaning it officially kicks off today. There are many amazing deals to be had but you may want to act quickly because the deals won’t last long.
How does October Prime Day compare to July Prime Day?
There are lots of similarities between the two sales. Many of the same deals return during the October sale, especially on Amazon’s own devices, such as Blink and Ring home security devices, Fire TVs and tablets, Echo devices and more.
The main difference is related to the timing of the sale. Since July Prime Day is in the summer, there’s more focus on back-to-school and outdoor deals. This includes school supplies, grills, lawnmowers and more. During October Prime Day, we see more deals geared toward the upcoming holiday season, such as kitchenware for a Thanksgiving meal or kids toys and games for Christmas.
How does Prime Day work?
The idea behind the sale is pretty simple: Subscribers to Amazon’s Prime service can get exclusive discounts on thousands of products and services across the site during a limited period. The products, while still available to non-Prime members, will have extra savings for members, with many prices dropping down to new all-time lows.
When you’re logged in to your Prime account and looking at a product landing page, you’ll see the discounted price if it’s on sale. You don’t usually need any special coupon codes, nor is there a need to use a specific payment method to get the discounts. If you spend your money wisely each year, you can easily make back your Prime membership cost in savings during the event.
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What products go on sale for Prime Day?
Since Amazon sells pretty much everything, its Prime Day bonanza features deals on pretty much everything too. Whether you’re shopping for tech, kitchen gear, outdoor furniture or everyday essentials, October Prime Day will offer something in the way of savings for you.
In past sale events, some of the best savings have been on Amazon devices. This includes Kindle readers, Echo speakers, and more. It’s not just Amazon’s own brands that see steep discounts. You will be able to grab great deals across a variety of big-name brands, including significant savings on items like laptops, TVs and prime day fitness, to name a few.
Where can you find deals right now?
The CNET Deals team covers all of the best price drops, discounts and deals daily from all the top retailers. Whether it’s a one-day promo at Woot, a weekend sale at Best Buy or a coupon code for a product at Amazon, if it’s a great deal, we’ll be covering it.
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