This year, Amazon’s October Prime Day event begins Oct. 7. Dubbed Amazon’s Big Deal Days, it’s an excellent opportunity to stock up on all kinds of items, including laptops, TVs and more.
But it’s not all about big-ticket items. With the holidays around the corner, finding simple gifts or handy household items for $25 or less is where it’s at. And we’ve already found more than 50 of the best budget bargains up for grabs.
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Now might be your best chance at saving some money on essential items. CNET’s team of shopping experts will be updating this article regularly with the best current deals, so check back often. We’re also monitoring competing sales at Best Buy and Walmart.
Best October Prime Day tech deals under $25
Many manufacturers are no longer including batteries due to tariffs and with holiday toy season around the corner, you can’t run on empty.
This slim portable charger is easy to take anywhere with you. It has 10,000-mAh capacity, which is enough power to charge your AirPods Pro over 13 times. Plus, it uses a USB-C port.
Track down your keys, backpack or other everyday essentials with these Bluetooth tiles. They’re compatible with Apple’s FindMy app and even have a built-in siren so you can locate them easily. Note that they’re not compatible with Android devices.
If you’re constantly running out of storage like I do, this 128GB SD card can be a huge help. It even has fast data transfer and up to 130MBPS read speed for quick access to what you need.
Compatible with the new fast charging feature of the iPhone 17, this handy car charger has a cord that stays out of the way when not in use. You can use this for iPhone 13 or later and the Samsung Galaxy S25 series as well.
More October Prime Day tech deals:
- Sony ZX Series wired on-ear headphones: $10 (save $10). You can snag a pair of ultra-affordable headphones from a trusted brand like Sony for half the price.
- TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi extender: $20 (save $10). A range extender can make your connection more reliable even when you’re far from your modem.
- Apple Watch Solo Loop: $15 (save $34). An excellent addition to any Apple Watch.
- JLab JBuddies Studio 2 on-ear wired headphones for kids: $15 (save $4). The kids are going to need these to plug into their Chromebooks this year.
Best October Prime Day smart home and security deals under $25
The Echo Pop is an ultra compact Alexa smart speaker that makes a great addition to your bedside table and connects with the larger Amazon ecosystem.
This light strip from Roku is more than 16 feet long and can add some ambiance to any room in your home. Plus, they’re smart lights so you can use your phone to change colors and to turn them on or off.
Yes, they look like eerie little faces but they’re actually fabulous little Wi-Fi controlled smart plugs. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and the Govee app, you can command lights and other appliance on and off with your voice.
The Fire TV Stick 4K is an excellent media streamer that can bring Amazon’s Fire TV platform to your existing TV.
The Blink Mini is a small, indoor security camera with motion detection, two-way audio, night vision and more to add a little peace of mind and help you keep eyes on your kids or pets for under 20 bucks.
Scoop up this 2-pack of 75-watt smart bulbs with 16 different colors. They’re dimmable, and easily controlled by Alexa, Siri and Google Home.
More October Prime Day smart home and security deals:
- Kasa outdoor smart plug: $16 (save $7). A two-outlet smart plug with IP64 weather resistance.
- Echo Glow: $20 (save $10). This smart lamp works with Alexa and is great for kids, adding some color to any space.
- TP-Link Tapo indoor camera baby monitor: $18 (save $7). A simple camera to keep an eye on pets or kiddos from the other room.
- Kasa KP303 smart plug power strip: $24 (save $6). A surge protector with three smart-controlled outlets and two USB plugs, all controllable via smart home systems like Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
Best October Prime Day home and kitchen deals under $25
Perfect for kids and lifelong Disney fans, this fun little waffle maker makes a 4.5-inch Mickey Mouse-shaped waffle and has nonstick coating for easy cleanup.
Get six organic, hand-felted reusable New Zealand wool dryer balls to naturally soften fabric and reduce drying time and static.
This nifty set of eight cups and spoons can add a splash of color to your kitchen cooking arsenal.
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This BPA-free water boiler is great for making tea, pasta, rice and more. It can boil almost two liters of water at once. Plus, it has an auto-shut off for added safety. This deal is for Prime members only.
This massive jar candle will burn for 150 hours and will have you ready for a cozy fall with scents like Macintosh Apple and Cranberry Chutney, all at 40% off.
More October Prime Day home and kitchen deals:
- Vtopmart 4-pack clear acrylic small stackable storage drawers: $25 (save $21). These handy little drawers will keep all your toiletries or makeup in order.
- KitchenAid ribbed soft oven mitts: $13 (save $3). These ribbed gloves provide a good grip, helping you avoid dropping what you’re holding.
- LaCuisine 18-piece microwave cookware set: $19 (save $12). This set makes it so prep doesn’t have to be messy. It includes a 48-ounce covered casserole, four 14-ounce covered bowls and four 8-ounce covered bowls.
- Rubbermaid Brilliance food storage container set: $16 (save $7). This set comes with two microwave-safe food containers with airtight lids.
- Casa Platino lightweight cotton beach towels, 4-pack: $20 (save $5). These thin cotton towels take up little room in your beach bag but are surprisingly absorbent and can double as a beach cover-up.
- Masbrill pet fountain: $16 (save $14). Your cat will drink more water from a fountain and you’ll get added entertainment to boot.
- Vtopmart 25-piece drawer organizer set: $18 (save $4). Declutter drawers in your bathroom, office and kitchen.
- Bedsure faux fur throw blanket: $20 (save $11). Opt for this cozy blanket in tie-dye gray and you’ll save 35%.
- Scotch packaging tape (6-pack): $11 (save $8). Moving soon, shipping gifts this Christmas or run a small business? This six-pack deal saves you 42%.
Best October Prime Day outdoor deals under $25
More October Prime Day outdoor deals:
If you’ve never owned a Hori Hori you are in for a treat. This gardening tool is multi-purpose and ideal for planting bulbs, freeing rootbound plants from containers, digging up veggies and a lot more.
This attractive, sturdy outdoor solar light transitions from witchy Halloween to magical winter solstice without ever having to come out of the ground.
- Govee Bluetooth hygrometer thermometer: $13 (save $2). This device measures temperature and humidity levels.
- Joeys yard sprinkler: $20 (save $8). This rotating sprinkler is sure to keep your entire lawn watered with 360-degree rotation.
- Amooca car seat headrest hook (4-pack): $7 (save $4). Hang your bags in your car with these nifty hooks.
- DesGully copper window bird feeder: $17 (save $10). With a strong hold, you can attach this bird feeder to your window and keep the squirrels from eating all the food.
- Gardzen 3-pack 72-gallon reusable yard waste bags: $23 (save $2). These sturdy bags stand upright while you fill them full of fall leaves and clippings, then fold flat for storage.
- Thermacell portable mosquito repeller: $17 (save $5). Keep mosquitos away without the use of heavy chemical sprays.
- Gorilla Grip portable camping hammock: $18 (save $7). Pitch a hammock in the park, your campsite or in your own yard.
Best October Prime Day health and wellness offers under $25
These resistance bands come in a pack of three for different resistance levels and exercises.
Pick up two silky soft sleep masks for less than $10, and you can keep one and give one to a friend.
More October Prime Day health and wellness deals:
- Beskar foot massager roller: $10 (save $5). Relieve tension in your feet, great for those with plantar fasciitis.
- Gaiam pilates bar kit: $9 (save $11). A compact, lightweight kit to use for more targeted workouts.
- Puffs Plus lotion facial tissues, 8-pack: $13 (save $5). Stock up now for those inevitable colds and allergy flare-ups. Make sure to click the 10% off coupon for maximum savings.
- InnoGear essential oil diffuser: $18 (save $7). Avoid harsh chemicals and room sprays with a gentle diffuser.
- Body Restore shower steamers: $25 (save $5). Score 15 eucalyptus-infused shower tablets for that spa-like feeling every time you shower.
- Byoma moisturizing rich cream: $12 (save $4). Half off a rich yet affordable everyday moisturizer.
Best October Prime Day toy and game deals under $25
Build castles, homes and anything else you and your family can think of with these clear magnetic 3D blocks. There’s an on-page promotional offer which gives you 10% off the price.
Whether for Halloween or pretend play, this adorable, durable firefighter costume from Melissa & Doug includes the jacket, hat, small toy fire extinguisher and a bullhorn.
This rechargeable, remote-controlled toy can climb straight up a wall like a real-life gecko, perfect for surprising siblings.
More October Prime Day toy and game deals:
- Lego Classic medium creative brick box: $18 (save $17). With more than 200 pieces, you can build whatever you desire.
- Essenson magic clay: $8 (save $1). 24 colors of this sculptable clay that air dries completely in 24 hours.
- Lego Mini Orchid set: $24 (save $6). This is an easy way to add some life to your desk if you’re not botanically gifted.
- Lego Lucky Bamboo set: $24 (save $6). A quick build for those who want maintenance-free bamboo decor.
- Fisher Price pretend play 7-piece medical kit: $17 (save $5). Keep this on hand whenever stuffed animals are feeling sick.
Amazon is usually one of the best places to shop because it sells products from almost all major brands across popular categories like tech, appliances, mattresses and fashion so keep an eye on this page for updated deals. If you’re shopping outside of Amazon, we recommend checking out appliance and tech sales at Best Buy, Home Depot and Lowe’s, as well as sales on a large variety of categories at Woot, Target and Walmart, among others.
When will Amazon October Prime Day deals begin?
Amazon’s October Prime Day shopping event will begin Oct. 7 and will run through Oct. 8.
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