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Amazon's October Prime Day starts tomorrow, which means the holiday shopping season is about to begin, so consider stocking up on budget-friendly goods. We've rounded up some great early deals at or under $25, including tech items, everyday essentials and a few treats. In our roundup, we've gathered something for everyone, whether you're looking for a new pair of earbuds, a phone charger or a maybe just a shark onesie. Hurry, as these offers won't last long.
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We've been scouring Amazon to find all the best deals, whether you need to stick to a budget under $100 or under $10. Below, we give you the best Prime Day deals under $25 that our shopping experts have found, including plenty of items that make great holiday gifts.
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Best early October Prime Day tech deals under $25
Top off your essentials, including smartphones, tablets, earbuds and other devices anytime, anywhere with this 10,000-mAh 30-watt portable power bank with a built-in USB-C cable and both USB-C and USB-A ports. It's down to just $18 when you use code ANKER1688 at checkout.
If you want the ease of flipping through streaming options, you'll love the Amazon Fire TV stick. This kit allows you to control your streaming with this remote and watch over 300,000 movies from Amazon-supported apps. It's currently discounted by 50%, which brings the price down to $20.
Upgrade your charging setup with this three-in-one wireless charging station currently at a 20% discount for all colors other than black. It's perfect for charging your iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and other Qi-enabled devices simultaneously.
More early October Prime Day tech deals under $25
- Anker Soundcore Life 2i wireless neckband: $21 (save $4). This neckband is perfect for people who want wireless earbuds butneed something attached to them to keep better track of them.
- Baseus USB-C charger: $16 (save $3 with on-page coupon). Keep your laptop, tablet, phone or other devices juiced up with this dual USB-C wall charger.
- Iniu wireless charging station: $13 (save $14). Wirelessly charge your devices with this charging stand.
- Razer wired white gaming mouse: $25 (save $25). An excellent, affordable gaming mouse.
- Oontz Angle Solo Bluetooth speaker: $20 (save $6). A reasonably priced Bluetooth speaker.
- Anker iPhone 16 charge 20 watts (2-pack): $13 (save $6). Charge your iPhone, iPad or AirPods in no time.
- Lisen Tesla phone mount: $16 (save $9 with on-page coupon). Get an iPhone phone mount to match your Tesla's style.
- Ugreen Magnetic phone stand: $14 (save $4). Make sure your iPhone is secure with this MagSafe phone stand.
- Lisen USB-C cables (5-pack): $8 (save $12). Never miss a charging cable again with this braided 60-watt five-pack.
- Lisen 240-watt USB-C to USB-C cable: $13 (save $5 with on-page coupon). Juice up high power devices with this 240-watt charging cable.
- KMC 3-outlet smart plug power strip: $10 (save $10). This smart surge protector power strip ensures that your devices are protected and controllable.
- Apple AirTag: $25 (save $4). Keep track of your wallet, luggage and more.
- Skullcandy Jib True 2 in-ear wireless earbuds: $23 (save $17). Listen to tunes while you're working out or working from home with these inexpensive wireless earbuds.
- Tozo A1 mini wireless earbuds: $19 (save $14). A budget pair of Bluetooth lightweight earbuds that are IPX5 waterproof.
- Roku Express streaming stick: $18 (save $12). Turn your TV into a smart TV and access HD streaming.
Best early October Prime Day smart home deals under $25
The 5th gen Echo Dot smart speaker is our favorite budget smart speaker on the market and it's massively discounted by 54% off right now.
This camera is is IP66 weatherproof rated and offers clear 2K resolution, color night vision, and includes free person, pet and vehicle detection.
Outdoor smart lighting can cost significantly more than its nonsmart counterparts. A more cost-effective way to make your outdoor lights smart is by adding a smart plug to the system. The plug can be turned on and off via Alexa or Google and can even be used as a dimmer to set the right mood in your backyard. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon for the full discount.
More early October Prime Day smart home deals under $25
- Amazon Echo Pop smart speaker: $18 (save $22). This tiny smart speaker is a great buy at 55% off.
- Govee TV LED backlight: $12 (save 8). Jazz up your movie nights with this sweet behind-the-TV light kit.
- Amazon smart plug: $13 (save $12). This smart plug can make lots of "dumb" electronics like lamps and fans controllable via your phone or voice.
- Kasa Indoor Pan/Tilt smart security camera: $22 (save $8). Get some peace of mind with this indoor cam and keep an eye on your pets, kids and more.
- Amazon Echo Glow smart lamp: $17 (save $13). Kids can add some color to their room or use this smart lamp as a wake-up light alarm.
- Addtam surge protector: $9 (save $7). Plug your devices into hard to reach outlets with this rotating surge protector.
- Dreamegg white noise sound machine: $13 (save $12 with on-page coupon). This travel-sized white noise machine offers 16 different sounds to soothe you to sleep.
- Wyze indoor/outdoor security camera: $20 (save $10). Compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, this simple camera is currently half off.
- Flumy solar lights (2-pack): $13 (save $3). Delicate little globes produce a surprising amount of light for their size.
- Amazon Basics smart A19 LED light bulb $7 (save $6 and get an additional $5 off when you buy 3 or more). These basic smart light bulbs can light up your space on the cheap.
- Blink Mini 2: $20 (save $20). Monitor your home with this CNET-tested mini home security camera.
- Amazon Echo Dot and Smart Color bulb: $23 (save $52). A 69% discount gets you a speaker and light bulb capable of 16 million colors.
Best early October Prime Day kitchen and home deals under $25
This rice cooker has one-touch operation and simultaneous steaming capabilities in a compact 6-cup capacity.
This pet hair remover is reusable and can remove cat and dog hair from your clothes, bedding, furniture and more. It's almost 30% right now.
Get in on the pickleball craze with this starter set of two pickleball rackets and two pickleballs. These durable paddles are great for beginners to try things out without committing a lot of money. Don't let the beginner part fool you. These paddles are approved for competitive and tournament play if you do find yourself enjoying it.
Why have a stylus, ruler, level, screwdriver, pen and bottle opener when you can get it all in one with this two-piece multi-tool pen set?
Are you looking for something quick to grab for two of your kids to do at the park or the beach this summer? These nostalgic outdoor paddles with Velcro on them are a great blast from the past -- '90s era parents can bond with their kids in merriment. This kit contains two balls and paddles for your kids to play catch in the yard or even in the pool.
More early October Prime Day kitchen and home deals under $25
- DocSafe fireproof water-resistant document bag: $32 (save $8). Keep your most important documents protected and ready to grab in an emergency.
- Hoojo refrigerator organizer bins: $20 (save $9). This eight-piece set can organize your fridge, freezer or pantry.
- Pilot FriXion ColorSticks erasable gel ink stick pens (16-pack): $20 (save $10). A highly rated pen for college students and office workers alike.
- Handy magnetic wristband: $18 (save $1). Keep all screws handy with this ballistic nylon magnetic wristband.
- Crest 3D Whitestrips Sensitive: $22 (save $28). If you want teeth whitening for sensitive teeth, grab this kit.
- Sharpie flip chart markers (8-pack): $8 (save $8). Write on those flip chart pages without fear of the mark going through to the next page.
- Johnson & Johnson all-purpose compact first aid kit: $18 (save $6). A must-have for accidental scrapes or cuts at home or while traveling.
- Sensarte nonstick frying pan: $24 (save $6). Cook up a storm with great savings on this excellent frying pan.
- Bedsure satin pillowcases (standard size, 2-pack): $9 (save $4). A luxurious set of pillowcases for cheap.
- Shark blanket hoodie adult onesie: $20 (save $8). Make like a shark and do your thing.
- Lilyvane 8-foot fruit picker: $20 (save $16). Get that fruit off the tree without getting up a ladder.
- X Home rotary cheese grater: $20 (save $7). TikTok brought these back to popularity.
- Sequence board game: $15 (save $10). The classic, fast-paced game you can win (or lose) in minutes.
- Minions Despicable Me 4 Ultimate Fart Blaster: $25 (save $5). Because we all know what really entertains kids.
- Olanly bathroom rug: $20 (save $10). Nonslip, extra-soft bathroom rug available in multiple colors.
- Gigatent pop-up changing room tent $25 (save $15). This pop-up changing room tent will add a touch of convenience to any camping trip.
- Fit Simplify exercise bands (5-pack) with carry bag: $10 (save $11). Sturdy exercise bands that take up no space in a gym bag or luggage.
- Beaky 10-piece makeup sponge set: $6 (save $7 with on-page coupon). The perfect addition to your makeup kit.
- Joseph Joseph Flex Lite steel toilet brush: $20 (save $2). A sleek, inconspicuous toilet brush.
- Owala FreeSip insulated stainless steel water bottle: $22 (save $6). Stay hydrated on the go with this convenient, portable water bottle.
- Inaba cat treats: $16 (save $8). These grain-free cat treats are perfect as a stand-alone snack or a tasty topper. They're also full of vitamins.
- KitchenAid soft silicone oven mitts: $15 (save $20). Keep your hands safe in the kitchen with this two-pack of oven mitts. These are durable, heat-, water- and slip-resistant.
- HonestBaby family matching holiday pajamas: $16 (save $24). Mom, Dad and the kids can all match this Christmas.
When does Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event start?
Amazon's October Prime Day-style event, Prime Big Deal Days is set to take place Oct. 8 and 9. However, you can find some early deals that have already dropped across a variety of categories. Some markdowns in the annual sale may continue for a few days afterward, but most will expire when the event officially comes to an end.
Do Prime deals change throughout the day?
Unfortunately, yes. All the deals we listed here, and the rest of the deals on Amazon, are subject to change at any given time before, after and even during the sale event. Here at CNET, we're constantly going through our pages to make sure that they are updated with the latest prices. Since prices can change at any time if you see something you like, we recommend buying it as soon as possible before the price changes, the deal expires or the item becomes unavailable.
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How we choose the best Prime Big Deal Days deals
Many of us here at CNET have covered shopping events for over five years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless other sales. In that time, we've learned how to spot the best deals among a sea of thousands of superficial offers and scams, and we only surface the best offers from trusted retailers. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing the best deals to show you.
- Real discounts mean genuine savings. We check pricing history for products listed as on sale so we know when it's a case of an inflated list price rather than an actual discount.
- Quality reviews and testing are super important for any product. A discount isn't worthwhile if it results in a subpar product experience, no matter how much you saved.
- The remaining sale time is important too. Some deals are only around for a short time or may be limited in supply. If that's the case, we'll let you know upfront so you don't come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.
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See all photosHow do Prime Big Deal Days deals compare with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals?
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days and Black Friday/Cyber Monday have many similarities. 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 $25.
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.