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Upgrading to the latest tech can be pricey. That's why events like October Prime Day are the best time to invest, as you can get 2024 models at reduced rates -- especially when it comes to soundbars. A soundbar is one of the best ways to level up your TV audio, so it's great to be able to snag one without breaking the bank. And while Prime Day doesn't technically kick off until Oct. 8, we're already seeing steep discounts across a range of products.
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Whether you're looking to up your own audio game or you want to get a jump start on holiday shopping, we've compiled a list of the best soundbar deals you can take advantage of right now. Whether you're looking for something simple and budget-friendly or more high-end, there are tons of deals to choose from, so you're almost guaranteed to find something that will work for you.
There are already many early deals you can take advantage of right now. Head below to find all the latest soundbar deals worth taking advantage of throughout Amazon Prime Day, from Amazon to competing retailers like Best Buy's anti-Prime deals and Walmart's holiday deals. Want to save even more this Prime Day? You could earn a $150 Amazon gift card instantly upon approval of the Prime Visa card.
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The Fire TV soundbar is compact at just 24 inches wide and, as you'd expect, it's designed to work best with Fire TV streaming devices and smart TVs, though you can use it with other smart TVs and media players as well. Connectivity includes Bluetooth, HDMI, eARC and digital optical. Support for DTS Virtual:X is built in -- and all of that for less than $100 if you act now.
A budget entry-level soundbar that will help elevate any TV's audio. Its understated design and two additional speakers will fit in with any setup. This is the cheapest we've seen this soundbar sell for and you can't do much better for the price.
This is a great soundbar for the Dolby Atmos power it has to offer. And now you can score one for $50 off.
More Amazon Prime Day deals on soundbars
- Bestisan soundbar: $70 (save $40). Exclusive offer for Prime members; clip the on-page coupon for the full discount.
- Samsung HW-Q600C 3.1.2ch soundbar: $398 (save $200). Pairs perfectly with your Samsung TV.
- Vizio 2.0 Home Theater soundbar: $70 (save $10). Transform your home theater with top-tier, immersive audio.
- Sony S100F 2.0ch soundbar: $98 (save $32). Includes a bass reflex speaker, an integrated tweeter and Bluetooth setup.
- Vizio V-Series 5.1 soundbar: $196 (save $24). This has a total of six speakers built in for clear sound and excellent clarity.
- Bluedee 16-inch soundbar: $63 (save $17). A budget brand that offers 50 watts of bass boost and four connection points.
- Wohome 2.1ch soundbar: $40 (save $10). A budget-friendly soundbar with 6 levels of voice enhancement, built-in subwoofer and 4.3 stars on Amazon.
What are Prime Big Deal Days?
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 October's Amazon's Prime Day 2024 event?
Amazon's October Prime Day takes place on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 this year. Even though the sale event is still a week away, you can take advantage of some early deals right now. Generally speaking, the deals will end at midnight on Oct. 9 this time around. Some deals may linger beyond the set times of the sale event.
How does October's 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.
Is Amazon Prime Day the best time to buy a soundbar?
Yes, some of the best deals on tech, including soundbars, happen during the Prime Day event. Many of these items are at their all-time lowest prices and could go quickly. If you see a deal you're considering, we recommend grabbing it before stock vanishes or the time runs out.
How we choose the best Prime Day soundbar 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 shopping events. 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 soundbar 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.
- 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.