With Prime Day coming up, now is the time to make a list of everything you want to snag from the big sale. Prime Day is a two-day Amazon shopping event taking place on October 13 and 14. It’s exclusive for Prime members to take advantage of, so you’ll have to sign up in order to shop the sales. You can find deals on just about everything during Prime Day. Search online to find out what deals and discounts will be offered during this year’s event.
If you need a new laptop, home security system, television, or anything else, Amazon Prime Day is the best time to get it. You can find out what gadgets and devices will see Prime Day discounts by searching online.
Highly Anticipated Prime Day Deals
Home Gadgets
Home security is another thing you should add to the wishlist. From Ring Video Doorbells to Arlo Pro camera setups to smart locks, you should be able to save money on Prime Day. there’s a variety of items that will be sold in a range of price points. With additional sales on Prime Day, there’s a good chance you’ll find security items that fit below your budget.
Laptops
One of the most expensive devices to own is a laptop. That’s why you should take advantage of some expected sales on Prime Day. There are some insights on top brands predicting big drops.
For example, the 2020 MacBook Air is expected to be priced at an all-time low for Amazon at $849. If you want a Mac with 512HB SSD, you might be able to buy one for $999. Buying previous-year models could also be a money saver. Shoppers might save hundreds of dollars on a 2019 MacBook Air and 2018 MacBook Pro.
For anyone wanting a basic laptop for internet usage, Chromebooks are also predicted to be a steal. There’s the Google PixelBook Go that’s already on sale $210 below retail price. There’s also the HP X360 2-in-1 4-iInch FHD Touchscreen Chromebook and Acer Chromebook Spin 11 Convertible Laptop that could end up on sale during Prime Day.
Amazon Products
There are an abundance of home gadgets you can buy to smartify your home, many that are created by Amazon. For instance, the Echo Dot is a mini version of the Alexa that allows you to make commands. Amazon’s own products are expected to be on sale, such as the Echo Dot and Amazon Alexa. You might even be able to score a better deal by opting for an older generation product.
The Best Deals From Last Year
While Amazon doesn’t reveal exactly what the sales will be, it’s safe to say they will be huge. We know this based on sales history from last year. Prices were slashed on hot items that you’d typically have to pay full price for most of the year.
To give yourself an idea of the sales you might find on Prime Day, here are some of the best deals from 2019.
Amazon Echo Show (2nd Gen)
- Original Price: $229.99
- 2019 Prime Day Price: $159.99
iRobot Roomba 891
- Original Price: $449.99
- 2019 Prime Day Price: $299.99
Amazon Echo Dot 3rd Gen
- Original Price: $49.99
- 2019 Prime Day Price: $22
Kasa Smart Plug Mini 3-Pack
- Original Price: $54.99
- 2019 Prime Day Price: $39.99
Arlo Pro 3-Camera Wireless Home Security Kit
- Original Price: $579.99
- 2019 Prime Day Price: $331.99
August Smart Lock Pro 3rd Gen
- Original Price: $229.99
- 2019 Prime Day Price: $160.99
How to Shop Prime Day Deals
In order to be a Prime Day shopper, you’ll have to be a Prime member. This has an annual cost of $119. You’ll be able to do more than just shop on Prime Day with a membership. Prime customers get fast and free shipping, subscription to Prime Video, ad-free access to Prime Music, free unlimited photo storage, and more.
You can also shop for deals before October 13. Amazon has daily deals leading up to Prime Day that are constantly changing. The best way to stay on top of these money-saving promotions is to check into the Prime homepage. Bookmark Amazon’s homepage so you can access the site quickly.
Another way to increase your odds of successful shopping is by creating a wishlist. Thousands of people will be shopping for the same items and there’s only so much inventory available. Creating a wishlist of your must-have products will give you a head start since you’ll already have done the searching. All you’ll have to do is go to your list, click on an item during the sale, and add it to your cart.
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