Black Friday is just about here, falling on Nov. 28, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait until then to start shopping. There are actual deals to be had, not just fakes that were marked up in price last week. Your favorite retailers, including Amazon and Best Buy, have kicked off their earlyBlack Friday sales, marking down thousands of items from top tech brands ahead of the main event. There are even a few finds from our 2025 Readers’ Choice list.
It’s your chance to scoop up the good stuff ahead of the Black Friday and holiday rush. Get a head start on your holiday shopping with deals our team of CNET shopping experts have hunted down for you. We’re doing the legwork of finding all the best early Black Friday deals to make sure you get what you want at the best price. Check out the top offers below on TVs, headphones, laptops and more.
Think of this page as your ultimate guide to finding the best Black Friday offers. We’re keeping this page updated so you can take advantage of some of the best prices of the year.
Our favorite early Black Friday deals
This gigantic 98-inch smart TV offers vibrant QLED colors, stunning 4K clarity and impressive sound quality, essentially providing a home theater experience at a price that’s within reach for most people — especially with this enormous $1,500 discount. Best Buy’s top TV deals have been selling out quickly, so you may need to act fast to snag this savings while you can.
These tiny Bluetooth tracker can help you find your lost keys or wallet. You can even stick them on your luggage to keep track of your bags during holiday travel. And this four-pack can be yours at a the lowest price we’ve ever seen.
This 45mm GPS smartwatch has an AMOLED display, fitness tracking, health metrics and a battery that lasts up to 14 days per charge. Grab it while it’s back down to the lowest price we’ve seen for this model.
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Suitable for everyday streaming or light gaming, this 15.6-inch Chromebook is a bargain at just under $200. The portable laptop can charge from zero to 50% in 45 minutes, and it has 64GB of storage and 16GB of RAM.
More amazing early Black Friday deals
- Google Pixel 9: $499 (save $300). One of our favorite phones from 2024 is currently at the lowest price I’ve ever seen it, and still offers one of the best Android experiences you can have today.
- Apple M4 MacBook Air (13-inch): $749 (save $250). One of Apple’s most popular laptops is now at it lowest recorded price of 2025, an early Black Friday steal.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus 11-inch tablet: $150 (save $70). Samsung’s famously affordable tablet regularly sells out during shopping events, which makes this a great opportunity to grab early.
- Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm): $200 (save $49). The latest budget-friendly Apple Watch just dropped to its lowest price of the year, and we don’t expect this price to change.
- Sperax walking pad: $150 (save $60). Get those steps in with this three-in-one portable walking pad, back down to its lowest price of the year. It fits anywhere, even under your desk, so you can multitask during long meetings.
- Blink Wired Floodlight security camera: $50 (save $50). I’ve only seen this security camera from Blink priced this low one other time this year, making it a great discount for added safety at home.
- Anker 622 magnetic battery: $28 (save $20). One of my favorite Anker batteries has returned to its lowest recorded price. Hard to beat this as a gift, or just to keep your phone topped off.
- Eufy C10 robot vacuum: $200 (save $280). This handy robot vacuum is a staggering $280 off its original list price with the on-page coupon WS24T2292111. You won’t find a better price on this in 2025.
- Ring Spotlight Cam Plus $90 (save $60). With a bright light, two-way audio, color night vision and more, this camera is even sweeter at its lowest price of the year.
- Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop: $1,450 (save $450). Not only is this popular laptop perfect for gaming anywhere, this record-low price means it is almost guaranteed to sell out.
- Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm): $280 (save $100). If you own a Galaxy phone, this fitness-focused smartwatch is an excellent option at a fantastic price.
- DJI Mic Mini: $79 (save $90). Grab this impressive wireless microphone at an all-time low price while you can, it’s not likely to be available for long.
- LG 34-inch smart curved monitor: $280 (save $50). I love a good curved monitor, and it’s tough to do better than LG at this price.
Best early Black Friday TV and TV accessory deals
This 65-inch Sony model is discounted by a whopping $300 right now. It has HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision, a 120Hz frame rate, four HDMI inputs and Sony’s XR Contrast Booster, which is great for getting deeper blacks and increased brightness.
Brighten up your entertainment setup with this kit that adds lights to the back of your TV. It can sync with whatever you’re watching or playing, and there are kits for multiple TV sizes on sale right now.
One of our favorite Bose speakers available, this soundbar adds a whole new dimension of sound to your TV experience. It’s easy to setup and offers fantastic audio when in use.
This sizable 2025 TCL QM6K TV has a 4K QLED display with high-energy LED chips for enhanced brightness and Dolby Atmos spatial audio for immersive audio. It also impressed CNET reviewer TY Pendlebury, who praised it for featuring «some of the best picture quality, including great black levels, for an LCD-based TV.» Other features include a gaming mode, Bluetooth connectivity and four HDMI ports.
More early Black Friday TV deals
- Roku Streaming Stick 4K: $25 (save $25). One of our favorite streaming sticks at its lowest price of the year. I wouldn’t pass this up if I were you.
- Amazon Fire TV Cube: $90 (save $50). Enjoy Dolby Vision, HDR, Dolby Atmos and Wi-Fi 6E at the best price I’ve ever seen. A significant upgrade for just about any home theater.
- Samsung 75-inch Q6F QLED smart TV: $450 (save $200). It’s a massive, beautiful screen at a new all-time low price — perfect for football season.
- Roku Streambar SE: $75 (save $25). This isn’t the lowest price I’ve ever seen, but CNET’s David Carnoy recommends the Streambar SE from Roku as a «solid upgrade over most built-in TV speakers.»
- Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2-Series: $150 (save $100). I’ve never seen this TV priced so low, and it has an Alexa voice remote for ease of use in playrooms, dens, offices and other small spaces.
- Nebula Cosmos 4K SE smart projector: $855 (save $445). Enjoy a massive 200-inch screen and an impressive 1,800 ANSI lumens of brightness at its best price of 2025.
- Insignia 50-inch 4K Smart Fire TV: $170 (save $130). It’s a solid, simple TV back down to its lowest recorded price and would look great in any office.
- Samsung The Frame Pro 75-inch 4K TV: $2,000 (save $1,200). I love the way these TVs look like art when not in use, but I love its new lowest price even more.
- Samsung 50-inch U7900 TV: $230 (save $70). Samsung’s latest mid-range TV has a sturdy voice remote, so little hands are less likely to break it.
- Samsung 65-inch S95F OLED TV: $2,300 (save $1,000). With its OLED screen and a 120Hz refresh rate for stunning picture quality, this deeply discounted TV is a great option at a fantastic price.
- Hisense E6 75-inch QLED TV: $450 (save $350). Find out what it’s like to have an AI upscaler that can enhance low-resolution videos for clarity on top of the great discount for this TV.
- Toshiba M550 65-inch QLED TV: $350 (save $230). This smart TV lets you customize the brightness of individual zones and also adjusts color and contrast to your room’s conditions.
Best early Black Friday laptop and tablet deals
This M4 MacBook Air is the latest addition to Apple’s most lightweight lineup and our overall favorite laptop on the market right now. The basic 256GB model is on sale for $250 off, or you can get double the storage and still score a $250 discount. The 15-inch model is also on sale for those who prefer a larger display.
Our top choice for artists and colleges students on our best iPads list, this lightweight tablet has a massive 13-inch display and delivers all the power most people need for basics like streaming, reading, games and social media.
Our favorite budget tablet of 2025, this affordable device is an even better value now at half-price.
Save big on this 16-inch gaming laptop with 16GB of RAM, a GeForce RTX 5060 and 1TB SSD. While it’s not top-end, it is a very solid choice for pretty much everyone who wants to game on the go and still enjoy solid specs.
More early Black Friday laptop and tablet deals
- Apple MacBook Pro M5 (14-inch): $1,644 (save $155). One of our top laptop picks is at its best price of 2025. If you’re looking to upgrade, I would start here.
- Microsoft Surface touchscreen laptop: $1,100 (save $400). This is a great price for one of the better lightweight Windows laptops available today.
- Samsung Galaxy Book 4 laptop: $530 (save $370). A solid middle-of-the-road option for those who just need the basics at a fantastic price.
- Apple M4 iPad Pro: $899 (save $100). You rarely see Apple’s top tablets discounted by much, so this is a great opportunity to save.
- Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet: $190 (save $90). These tablets are famous for being super affordable, and this price is the lowest you’ll see this year.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: $160 (save $170). One of the few remaining tablets that you can add storage to is now more than half off.
- Apple A16 iPad: $279 (save $70). There’s nothing basic about this iPad, but the lower price makes it a solid gift to give.
- HP Chromebook x360 Plus: $490 (save $240). This two-in-one can lie flat like a tablet and has been massively discounted for Black Friday. Grab it while you can.
- Acer Aspire 14: $550 (save $500). This is our top pick for Windows users on a budget, and it’s been discounted even further until its gone.
- Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go: $150 (save $180). This Chromebook boasts 12 hours on a single charge, and there’s no way this discount will see competition.
Best early Black Friday headphone deals
If you want the sound quality of the AirPods Pro with the comfort and security of over-ear headphones, the AirPods Max are for you. These headphones are some of the best high-end noise-canceling headphones and a popular option for holiday gifting.
These Beats are some of our favorite over-ear headphones available on the market right now.. They’re not noise-canceling, but still have a lot to offer withlossless audio, solid voice-call performance and a substantial 50-hour battery life that impressed our reviewers.
These Bose Ultra Open earbuds are not only supremely comfortable, but also have some of the best sound quality you could hope for, along with an amazing battery life and a durable design.
Right now, you can snag Bose’s second-generation QuietComfort Ultra earbuds for $249 at Amazon. That’s a cool $50 off. CNET’s audio expert David Carnoy says they offer «a comfortable, secure fit and feature superb noise canceling and excellent sound quality.»
More early Black Friday headphone deals
- Sony WH1000-XM4 wireless ANC headphones: $190 (save $160). A couple of generations old, these headphones are still wildly popular and $2 away from the lowest price I’ve ever seen.
- Apple AirPods 4: $80 (save $49). One of the world’s most popular earbuds is now at the lowest price I’ve ever seen them. A great buy and a fantastic gift.
- Anker Soundcore Space A40 ANC earbuds: $47 (save $53). Don’t sleep on these earbuds, especially at the lowest price of 2025. These are great for just about every occasion, and come in five colors.
- EarFun Wave Pro: $50 (save $30). With 80 hours of battery life, CNET’s favorite noise-canceling headphones for budget-conscious users are now at the lowest price of the year.
- Soundcore P30i earbuds: $25 (save $25). I’m a huge fan of these earbuds. The new lowest price is fantastic, and it’s got a great range of colors too.
- JBL Tune 510BT headphones: $25 (save $25). These deeply discounted over-ear headphones are comfortable, sound good and last up to 40 hours on a single charge.
- Beats Pill portable speaker: $100 (save $50). This well-rated portable speaker looks good and sounds even better at its new Black Friday price.
- Soundpeats Air 5 Pro: $57 (save $23). These earbuds are waterproof, and sound so good for something this affordable. Grab one while it’s at the lowest price of the year.
- Beats Fit Pro: $149 (save $51). These older workout earbuds sound great, are sweat-resistant and won’t be getting any cheaper.
- Ozlo Sleepbuds: $274 (save $75). Get better sleep with these noise-masking and snore-blocking earbuds without paying full price.
Best early Black Friday home tech deals
Egohome’s early Black Friday sale is offering massive discounts on select products. Right now, you can score up to 60% off, plus an extra 20% with the CNET exclusive code EGOHOME20 at checkout. The sale runs from now through Dec. 10.
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This 1,024-watt-hour power station is currently half-off on Amazon. It’s a great backup power source during inclement weather or when you’re traveling off the grid. It has six AC outlets, two USB-C ports, four USB-A ports and more. You can also connect it with compatible solar panels.
The T30S Combo is tied for first in our rankings of the best overall best robot vacuums available now. It’s an all-in-one system with 11,000Pa of suction power and dual mop pads, as well as advanced object avoidance and hands-free voice control. Plus, the base station automatically empties the dustbin, cleans the mop pads and refills the water tank so there’s minimal maintenance on your end.
Keep an eye on your whole property while you’re traveling for the holidays with this six-camera system can help you. It offers two-way audio, 1080p resolution and motion alerts. It also includes a Sync Module XR for an extended range.
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More early Black Friday home tech deals:
- Google Nest Thermostat: $85 (save $45). One of CNET’s favorite thermostats is over 30% off, making now the time to upgrade.
- Jackery HomePower 3000 power station: $849 (save $450 with code). This chunky power station launched just a few months ago at $2,500, making this an unprecedented savings — use code 150POWERCNET for the full discount.
- Aqara U100 smart door lock: $120 (save $70). This smart lock supports Apple’s Home Key technology, Amazon’s Alexa and more. It’s also cheaper than it has ever been, so grab one while you can.
- Starlink Mini Wi-Fi system: $230 (save $270). CNET expert Joe Supan called the Starlink Mini a «game-changer for travelers.» It’s a particularly good price to get started.
- Dyson V11 Origin vacuum: $400 (save $230). Any discount on a Dyson vacuum is great to have, but this is the lowest price of 2025 which makes it even sweeter.
- Amazon Echo Show 5 Kids: $55 (save $45). Not only is this the lowest price of the year, but it also comes with a year of Amazon Kids+ for free.
- Roborock Q10 X5 Plus robot vacuum and mop: $250 (save $250). I’ve never seen a lower price for this robot vacuum, and it’s one of the more popular models this year.
- Ninja Crispi air fryer: $160 (save $20). This beautiful glass air fryer is multifunctional, has 4-quart and 6-cup capacity containers and reaches up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Yale Assure Lock 2 smart lock: $190 (save $69). Only $5 away from its lowest price ever, making it a solid discount in a world where costs are up.
- Govee floor lamp: $60 (save $40). Enhance the ambiance of your space with this RGBIC corner lamp, back down to its lowest price of the year.
- Dreame L10s Pro Ultra robot vacuum and mop: $350 (save $550). This massively discounted vac has a powerful 7,000Pa of suction, a hot water mop to tackle stuck-on messes, obstacle avoidance tech and it self-cleans.
- MyQ smart garage door video keypad: $38 (save $82). This includes everything needed for setup and it can control any single door opener manufactured by LiftMaster, Chamberlain or Craftsman after 1993.
- Blink Outdoor 4 floodlight camera: $50 (save $50). This is the first ever discount for Blink’s new outdoor camera, so grab it at this price while you can.
- Anker MagGo power bank: $54 (save $26). This massive magnetic battery is priced just right to keep your phone powered through multiple charges.
- Tapo TP-Link 2K pan/tilt security camera: $20 (save $4). Enjoy two-way audio, night vision up to 30 feet and can pan up to 360 degrees horizontally and 114 degrees vertically at a solid price.
- Ecovacs Winbot W2 Pro window cleaner: $280 (Save $219). This window-cleaning robot is discounted by 44% from its regular price of $500, hitting the lowest price I’ve seen.
- Tineco Go Max cordless vacuum: $140 (save $110). This cordless vacuum can also mop and is ideal for sealed hard floors. Plus, it comes with a self-cleaning mode for the brush roller which is so nice to have.
- Ring video doorbell and indoor camera: $70 (save $70). You won’t find a better starter security bundle at this price in 2025, but it is possible these could sell out before Black Friday begins.
When is Black Friday?
This year, Black Friday is Nov. 28. It always lands on the Friday after Thanksgiving, which falls on the fourth Thursday of November. There are hundreds of price cuts and sizable sales from the biggest online retailers already available.
Which stores have Black Friday sales?
Almost all major retailers offer tons of deals and discounts for Black Friday. Think of companies like Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart, as well as more specialized retailers such as B&H Photo, GameStop and Dell. Major retailers, such as Target and Walmart, will offer online-only savings in addition to traditional in-person sales. Keep in mind that physical locations can also run out of stock, so there are pros and cons to shopping in-store and online.
When do Black Friday sales start?
Technically, Black Friday sales tend to begin a few weeks ahead of Thanksgiving, with the pace increasing closer to the actual Black Friday. And with Cyber Week starting two days after Black Friday, you’ll have more time to enjoy the savings from both events.
Will tariffs interfere with Black Friday deals?
Lots of CNET readers are concerned about tariffs and how they could affect holiday shopping. It’s certainly possible that tariffs could affect Black Friday sales, as we have seen some related price hikes, including on Nintendo Switch consoles. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find great deals on tech and other items. The best way to determine if you’re getting a good deal is to track the item’s price history before making a purchase. You can do this on sites like CamelCamelCamel and Price Tracker, or by using the Keepa browser extension. We’ve rounded up several useful shopping tools for you to check out, and we’ll highlight the best deals we find throughout the event.
Are Black Friday deals only available in person?
Generally speaking, no. Black Friday focuses largely on tech, home and deals that exist separately both in person and online. As more shopping is done online, Black Friday and Cyber Monday have started to blend together a little. That doesn’t mean all the deals are the same, but it does mean that finding new deals has become a greater challenge.
Best Black Friday retailers
- Amazon: One of the world’s largest online retailers, Amazon offers massive discounts with significant savings on tech, home appliances, and smart home equipment.
- Walmart: Save big on televisions, laptops, appliances like refrigerators and more at Walmart’s Black Friday event.
- Best Buy: Black Friday is historically a great time to buy TVs, and Best Buy has you covered for that and more.
- Home Depot: Eyeing home improvement tools? Home Depot has the best discounts on tools, appliances, and even grills.
- Target: It may not be as big on Black Friday as other retailers, but Target does offer some great deals on toys, gifts and board games.
Why are they called Black Friday and Cyber Monday?
The term «black» has historically been used to denote distressing or calamitous events. The earliest known use of Black Friday for the Friday after Thanksgiving was to refer to the practice of workers calling in sick the day after Thanksgiving in the early 1950s. Around that same time, US police adopted the term to describe the traffic conditions during the first major holiday shopping date.
After attempts to move to the term «Big Friday» failed, merchants attempted to ameliorate the term Black Friday in subsequent years, suggesting that its origin was not due to the terrible traffic the shopping spree created, but because the profit it generated put stores «back in the black» in financial terms.
Then, in 2005, the National Retail Federation coined the term «Cyber Monday» because it had noticed a spike in online traffic the Monday following Thanksgiving. At the time, it was believed it was because people were making online purchases while they were at work following the holiday, so their kids couldn’t see any gift purchases and because work computers typically had faster internet connections. There was some chatter about calling the date Black Monday or Blue Monday — because hyperlinks are blue — but eventually, everyone settled on the more futuristic-sounding Cyber Monday. In 2014, Cyber Monday became the biggest online shopping day in the country.