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Amazon announced that its Prime Big Deal Days event is set to take place Oct. 8 and 9, starting at 12:01 a.m. PT, marking the start of the holiday shopping season. But you don't have to wait a whole week to find savings on big ticket items and budget-friendly finds. Best Buy is getting ahead of the game with plenty of savings right now. You can score deals on TVs, laptops, security cameras, headphones and so much more.
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While you don't need a Best Buy membership to shop most of the discounts on right now, having a My Best Buy Plus and Total membership can score you some additional savings on select items. We've gone through to find some of the top deals available right now and will continue to update this page with more savings as new offers drop and others expire so you can see all the best deals.
Having a little peace of mind goes a long way, and one great way to get some is by installing security cameras around your home so that you can keep an eye on things when you're away or you're drifting off to sleep. This bundle includes three Arlo Pro 5S security cameras for indoors or outdoors, along with four rechargeable batteries, three anti-theft camera mounts and a dual battery charging station.
This laptop is filled with all the bells and whistles you could need. It also comes equipped with the super speedy M3 chip. If you're planning on doing a trade-in, you can score up to an additional $825 off this MacBook.
A 75-inch TV from a top brand for just $500? Now that's a good value. The Toshiba C350 Fire TV has 4K resolution, a Regza engine that powers its high performance, Dolby Vision HDR, Dolby Vision Atmos, a bezel-less design and most importantly, that huge discount applied.
This gaming laptop comes equipped with 8GB of DDR5 memory and 512GB of SSD storage, plus it has an AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series processor as well as a 144Hz FHD anti-glare display. Additionally, it can reach a 50% charge in just 30 minutes and a full charge can last up to 8.5 hours, which makes this a decent gaming laptop for when you're wanting to game on the go, especially for under $500.
Looking to upgrade to a bigger screen? Nab this ultra-large 75-inch TV at a $130 discount right now. This 2024 TV has 4K resolution, HDR and HDR10 Plus.
LG is one of the best brands, and this stainless steel smart refrigerator is down by a big $700. At 26.5 cubic feet depth capacity, it comes with a sleek minimalist design, ThinQ Care to keep the appliance in top shape, a built-in icemaker, LED panels, as well as LG Linear Cooling and Door Cooling Plus to keep produce fresh for twice as long.
- Segway Ninebot F65 Kick Scooter: $625 (save $275). A 40.4-mile range scooter with a maximum speed of 18.6 mph, 10-inch pneumatic tires and a black finish.
- Insignia 58-inch F30 Series smart Fire TV: $240 (save $140). Nab a 58-inch screen for your entertainment hub for under $250 and get Amazon's Fire platform.
- Apple iPad Pro, M2, 12.9-inch, 1TB SSD, Wi-Fi + LET: $1,299 (save $700). A powerful tablet that's great for creatives but not as expensive as models with more powerful chips.
- Skullcandy Crusher ANC headphones: $180 (save $50). Nab a sharp pair of wireless noise canceling headphones for under the $200 mark.
- Samsung HW-Q850D 7.1.2-channel Q-series soundbar: $700 (save $400). Overhaul your movie nights with this soundbar kit for an immersive sound experience.
- LG 65-inch Class C3 series TV: $1,500 (save $100). This massive TV has 4K visuals, plenty of features and Alexa integration.
- HP Envy 2-in-1 16-inch laptop (512GB): $500 (save $350). This laptop has has a 2K resolution touchscreen display and an AMD Ryzen 5 processor.
- Lenovo Ideapad 1i touchscreen laptop: $330 (save $170). Take half off this laptop and score a free three-month membership to Norton 360 and one month to Xbox GamePass.
- Insignia 5.4 cu. ft. indoor/outdoor mini fridge: $600 (save $200). This model is tough enough to put on your porch or other outdoor spaces for added convenience.
- Lego Star Wars Skywalker Saga PS5: $21 (save $9). Smash, blast and use the Force in this surprisingly satisfying Lego action game.
- Star Ocean- The Second Story R Switch: $30 (save $10). Take on your journey as either Claude or Rena and see how the perspectives and the allies you can recruit will change between characters.
- WWE 2K24 standard edition Xbox: $35 (save $35). Relive some of the best moments and matches from WrestleMania.
- Insignia 115-can beverage cooler: $200 (save $100). A stainless steel cooler for cans and bottles with three adjustable shelves, automatic defrosting, touch controls and an LED display.
- Alamont Home Melissa gray-and-white striped 5x7 indoor-outdoor area rug: $88 (save $22). Unleash your inner upscale pirate with this striped, elegant rug that can be placed anywhere on the deck.
- Dyson V11 vacuum: $450 (save $120) This vacuum is cordless for ease of use, lightweight and can handle tough things like pet hair with ease.
For more early deals you can shop right now, check out our roundup of the best Prime Day deals under $25.
What are Best Buy's Anti-Prime Day deals?
Ahead of competitor sales, Best Buy is slashing prices in many categories throughout the entire store. This includes savings on tech gadgets, big appliances, home and kitchen tools, gaming gear, and so much more. If you were looking to upgrade something around your home like a new TV, or replace your old headphones, now is the perfect time. Check out all the best deals Best Buy has to offer for everyone. We'll keep updating this page as more offers drop in the days ahead.
Do I need to be a My Best Buy member to shop Best Buy's current deals?
No, savings are available to all shoppers, but keep in mind, Best Buy members may be able to score additional savings on top of already discounted prices or new savings altogether. Best Buy has three tiers of membership. My Best Buy is free, but won't provide you with any extra savings. My Best Buy Plus and Total memberships have an annual fee and will get you some extra discounts on select products.
How do Prime Big Deal Days deals and anti-Prime sales at other retailers compare with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals?
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days and competitive sales at other major retailers have many similarities with Black Friday/Cyber Monday. Anecdotally, Black Friday tends to have better deals on large ticket items such as TVs, home appliances and laptops, whereas Prime Big Deal Days will tend to focus on more everyday essentials and items under $50.
If you are looking for a good bargain on stuff you are likely to need all year round, buy them during Prime Big Deal Days. If you are looking for that "once-a-year" bargain, Black Friday is probably your best bet. If you want to beat the holiday rush there will be plenty of items on sale that make great gifts for loved ones.