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SAVE $70: As of March 25, the Beats Solo 4 are on sale for $129.95 at Amazon. That's a saving of 35% on list price.

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If a new pair of headphones has been on your wishlist for a while, why not check out the Beats Solo 4? Released just last year, these headphones bring some big upgrades to the Solo lineup — and as of March 25, you can find a great discount as part of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

The Beats Solo 4 are on sale for $129.95 at Amazon. That's a saving of 35% on list price. This deal is available across all colorways at Amazon except black/gold.

SEE ALSO: The 2024 MacBook Air is at its lowest-ever price in Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Other than a great price, the Beats Solo 4 boast a battery life of up to 50 hours and a super-quick 10-minute charge time. The Solo 4 also introduces new, personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking. This is a great technology that creates a 3D surround sound, and a more immersive listening experience by adjusting sound based on your head movements, so music, movies, and calls feel more lifelike.

And as with all Beats devices, the sound quality is stellar for all types of listening. Enjoy a punchy bass and balanced sound, whether you’re listening to music, podcasts, or watching videos.

Don't miss out on this great Spring Sale deal.

SAVE $300: As of March 2025, the 2024 MacBook Air 13-inch is on sale for $999 at Amazon. That's a 23% saving on list price.

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If a laptop upgrade is on the horizon, look no further than Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Officially kicking off on March 25, expect a whole week of incredible discounts and deals on everything from tech to beauty products. And we love this huge discount on the 2024 MacBook Air 13-inch, now down to its lowest-ever price. It was even named one of Mashable's best laptops of the year.

As of March 25, this MacBook is reduced by $300 to $999 at Amazon. This price is for the 16GB RAM model with a 512GB capacity. You can choose from the colors midnight, space grey, silver, and starlight.

SEE ALSO: Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for under $100 in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

The 2024 model of the MacBook Air benefits from the new and improved M3 chip. But what does this mean? Well, according to extensive Mashable testing, the M3 chip proved to be about 20% faster than the previous generation M2 chip. It also boasts an 18-hour battery life, perfect for working or studying away from home when you don't have access to a charging outlet.

This model includes all the essential MacBook Air features, such as a backlit keyboard, Touch ID, WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 for faster wireless connections. Plus, the stunning 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display supports an impressive 1 billion colors.

Don't miss out on this great deal, head to Amazon now.

SAVE $85: As of March 25, the Kindle Scribe is on sale for $364.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 19% on the list price.

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The Amazon Big Spring Sale is finally here, and there are plenty of discounts to be had. And if a new e-reader is on your wishlist, look no further. Combining reading and note-taking, the Amazon Kindle Scribe is an e-reader and a digital notebook all in one, and it's currently down to its lowest-ever price.

As of March 25, you can find the 64GB model reduced down to $364.99, saving you 15% on list price. This deal is for both the tungsten and metallic jade colors and without Kindle Unlimited.

SEE ALSO: Apple AirPods 4 with noise cancellation are under $150 in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

The Kindle Scribe is the newest e-reader in Amazon's lineup. It comes with a stylus so you can jot down notes and convert them to text as easily as writing in a notebook. Besides its note-taking abilities, it has a 10.2-inch 300 ppi Paperwhite display. Its lightweight design also makes it portable and easy to carry around on your travels. And let's not forget the impressive battery life, lasting weeks on just a single charge.

The bright display is perfect for reading in any light, indoors or outdoors, and you can store up to 64GB of content. That means you can stock up on plenty of e-book deals without having to worry about storage space.

Head to Amazon now to grab this great Spring Sale deal.

SAVE $29: As of March 25, Apple AirPods 4 with ANC are on sale for $149.99 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale. That’s a 16% discount from the usual $179.

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I’ve tested a lot of wireless earbuds over the years, and I rarely expect much when a new version shows up. But I’ll admit, the AirPods 4 with noise cancellation caught me off guard in a good way. They just dropped to $149.99 for Amazon’s Spring Sale, which is $29 off the $179 list price. That makes this the first real deal on Apple’s latest noise-canceling earbuds, and I’m intrigued.

Apple didn’t just slap “new” on the box and call it a day. The AirPods 4 with ANC have been genuinely redesigned with a more ergonomic shape, a shorter stem, and better controls. They feel more secure and actually stay in place when I move around. Shocking, I know.

SEE ALSO: The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are listed for under $170 in the Amazon Spring Sale

The real story, though, is the sound. These use Apple’s H2 chip, which unlocks Adaptive Audio—a feature that smartly blends noise cancellation and transparency mode based on what’s happening around you. It’s one of those “I didn’t know I needed this” things. You can block out the chaos on your commute, then seamlessly hear someone talking to you without yanking an earbud out. Conversation Awareness even lowers the volume automatically when it senses you’re mid-chat. It’s giving thoughtful little assistant energy.

The audio quality is also better than I expected for the non-Pro line. Calls are sharper thanks to voice isolation, and everything from podcasts to playlists sounds crisp and full. You also get Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking, which places sound around you like you’re sitting center row in a private screening of your own music video. No complaints here.

• Price: $149.99 $179

• Retailer: Amazon

• Sale: Amazon Spring Sale

• Earbuds Type: In-Ear Wireless

• Chip: Apple H2

• Charging Port: USB-C, Wireless, Apple Watch charger

• Noise Control: Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio

• Water Resistance: IP54 (dust, sweat, and water resistant)

• Audio Features: Personalized Spatial Audio, Dynamic Head Tracking

• Smart Features: Conversation Awareness, Siri Interactions, Find My

• Battery Life: Up to 5 hours (30 with case)

• Fit: Redesigned contour, shorter stem

Battery life holds strong with up to five hours of listening time on a charge and 30 hours total with the wireless charging case. Oh, and the case itself is smaller, charges via USB-C, and works with Apple Watch chargers or Qi-certified pads. Because of course it does.

At $149.99, these are the most complete AirPods Apple’s released outside the Pro line. And now that they’re part of Amazon’s Spring Sale, I think they’re finally priced like they know it.

SAVE $29: As of March 25, Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $99.99 at Amazon as part of its Big Spring Sale. That’s a 22% discount from the usual $129.

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$129 Save $29.01 Get Deal

Amazon’s Spring Sale is delivering some pretty solid Apple deals, and the newly launched AirPods 4 just got their first price drop. You can grab them for $99.99 right now, which is $29 off the $129 list price. This is the kind of deal I didn’t realize I wanted until it showed up in my face. Now I’m thinking about grabbing a backup pair for my backup pair.

These aren’t a minor refresh. Apple actually did something here. The AirPods 4 got a full design overhaul with a more contoured shape and a shorter stem, so they sit more comfortably and stay put. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve had old AirPods slowly wriggle their way out of my ears mid-walk. These fix that. They’re also lighter and don’t make my ears feel like they’re hosting a tiny hardware store.

SEE ALSO: The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are listed for under $170 in the Amazon Spring Sale

The sound quality? Honestly better than I expected for the “non-Pro” tier. The AirPods 4 have Apple’s H2 chip, which is the same one in the Pro model, and that brings serious upgrades to clarity and performance. Calls are clearer thanks to voice isolation, and music sounds richer without having to mess with EQ settings. And even without active noise cancellation, the sound isolation is decent enough to drown out most background nonsense.

I’m into Personalized Spatial Audio too. It makes everything sound more immersive like you’re in the center of your little surround-sound dome. Apple also added those weird but fun Siri head gestures, so now you can nod to accept a call and shake your head to reject it like a tech-savvy bouncer. Is it necessary? No. Do I still want to use it at every opportunity? Absolutely.

• Price: $99.99 $129

• Retailer: Amazon

• Sale: Amazon Spring Sale

• Earbuds Type: In-Ear Wireless

• Chip: Apple H2

• Charging Port: USB-C

• Noise Control: Sound Isolation (No ANC)

• Water Resistance: IP54 (dust, sweat, and water resistant)

• Audio Features: Personalized Spatial Audio, Dynamic Head Tracking

• Smart Features: Siri Interactions, Find My, Skin Detection Sensor

• Battery Life: Up to 5 hours (30 with case)

• Fit: Redesigned contour, shorter stem

Battery life is solid: five hours on a charge or up to 30 hours with the included case. Speaking of, the new USB-C case is about 10% smaller than the last one and IP54 rated, so it’ll handle sweat and the occasional panic jog through the rain.

At $99.99, these are easily one of the better bang-for-your-buck Apple buys in Amazon’s Spring Sale. They’re perfect if you’re tired of your old AirPods falling out, sounding weak, or just... not connecting. I want these, and if I’m being honest, I’m probably going to convince myself I need two.

SAVE $79: As of March 25, Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) are on sale for $169.99 in Amazon's Big Spring Sale. That’s a 32% discount from the usual $249.

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$249 Save $79.01 Get Deal

I think we all deserve better earbuds. Mine currently sound like they’re being strangled in a sock drawer. That’s why I’m eyeing this Amazon Spring Sale deal: Apple AirPods Pro 2 (with USB-C) are down to $169.99, saving you $79 off the regular $249 price. That’s the lowest I’ve seen in months, and for something this good, it feels like a steal.

These are not your average AirPods. Apple threw its best H2 chip inside, giving them punchier bass, clearer calls, and that fancy Personalized Spatial Audio thing that makes it feel like the music is swirling around your head. And let’s not forget about Adaptive Audio, which is like having a superpower that makes loud crowds magically disappear. Noise cancellation is solid, transparency mode is eerie in a good way, and Conversation Awareness is there to save you from screaming “WHAT?” every time someone tries to talk to you.

SEE ALSO: The best Apple deals in Amazon's Big Spring Sale: New iPads and M4 MacBook Airs are already on sale

In my opinion, these are some of the smartest earbuds on the market. They double as a hearing aid with iOS 17, and they’re sweatproof, dustproof, and Lifeproof enough to handle my chaotic commute. Apple includes four silicone tip sizes, which is great for anyone (me) whose ears reject standard buds like a bad Tinder date.

• Price: $169.99 $249

• Retailer: Amazon

• Earbuds Type: In-Ear Wireless

• Chip: Apple H2

• Charging Port: USB-C

• Noise Control: Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio

• Water Resistance: IP54 (dust, sweat, and water resistant)

• Audio Features: Personalized Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos support

• Smart Features: Conversation Awareness, Touch Control, Siri Interactions

• Fit Options: Four silicone tip sizes (XS, S, M, L)

Charging with USB-C is a personal win for me. I’ve already sent all my Lightning cables to that great junk drawer in the sky. The sound is crisp, the bass hits, and the fit stays put even when I’m pretending to run. As for the feature set, it's giving overachiever, but in a charming, straight-A student kind of way.

I want these. You probably do too. If your current earbuds are clinging to life or just making every playlist sound like it’s underwater, this deal is your graceful exit strategy.

A laptop doesn't make a great impulse buy, like pack of gum in the checkout line or a weird thingamajig you saw in a TikTok livestream.

Of course, if the computer you depend on for work, school, or entertainment randomly decides to kick the bucket, the best time to replace it is immediately (after recycling or repurposing it). But most people can — and should — strategize before investing in a new machine they hope to use for years to come.

First, decide what's most important to you: a laptop with minty-fresh specs, or a laptop that costs less than usual? From there, we can point you toward several key times to buy based on our historical knowledge of past laptop launches and deals.

If you want the latest specs

For future-proofers and shoppers with cash to spare, splurging on the laptop of the moment can be more appealing than buying an older model at a discount.

Best time to buy: At launch

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES), a tech industry trade show that happens every year in January, is basically ground zero for next-generation laptops. Major manufacturers like Asus, Acer, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, MSI, and Razer treat their booths as runways for new computers with the latest processors, graphics cards, and/or cutting-edge features. (Think rollable displays, weird lid attachments, and touchpads with built-in media controls.) And while some of these showcase laptops are just prototypes, many are fully fleshed-out devices, and a batch of them are available for preorder or purchase shortly after the event wraps. The rest typically hit the market by March or April.

Billed as "the world's first rollable display AI PC," Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 made a splash at CES 2025. Credit: Haley Henschel / Mashable

There are two lone alpha wolves who don't make appearances at CES, one being Apple, which is known to take a couple different approaches to new laptop launches. Apple usually hosts formal keynote events to mark an upgrade, which the public can watch via livestream. Sometimes, it just drops an unceremonious press release. That said, the company is pretty consistent about updating its MacBook Pro and Air lines annually or biannually. While its exact launch schedule is pretty arbitrary, you can usually count on seeing new models in the spring (March or April), at its yearly Worldwide Developers Conference in June, or in late fall (October or November).

Microsoft also opts out of CES in favor of holding its own Surface laptop launch events, which almost always happen every September. They're livestreamed as well.

If you want a good deal

Any opportunity to save money is ultimately a win, but certain times of the year feature more (and steeper) laptop discounts that can justify a postponed purchase for those in search of a stellar value.

Best time to buy: On or around Black Friday

The fourth Friday in November isn't treated with the same sort of reverence it once was: Ever since Amazon started hosting Prime savings events in the fall, prompting other retailers to jumpstart their own year-end sales, "Black Friday" has become an informal season that lasts from early October into late November. Still, it remains the best time of year to grab a laptop on sale at a steal — and it's not just because stores like to take advantage of the holiday shopping surge.

Laptops get extra cheap around Black Friday (to the tune of 20 to 50% off) because it syncs up with when retailers and manufacturers are trying to offload their inventories ahead of next-gen refreshes at CES. For laptops that debuted at the beginning of the year, which are about to age out of their "current-gen" moniker, this often translates to year-round lows that knock hundreds of dollars off their normal sticker prices. Older laptops that are at least one generation removed, meanwhile, can plummet to the lowest prices of their entire lifespan as they're priced to move. (We've encountered some ancient Chromebooks on sale for less than $100 on Black Fridays past.)

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 was $200 off a month after launch as part of Amazon's 2023 Black Friday sale. Credit: Microsoft

While Apple and Microsoft don't operate on the same product cycles as everyone else, they both still have a strong presence on Black Friday at third-party retailers. Amazon and Best Buy are really good about putting older MacBooks and Surface laptops on sale at rock-bottom prices while also offering some initial deals on newer models that have only just launched. On Black Friday 2023, for example, they took $200 off the Surface Laptop Go 3 and $150 off the M3 MacBook Pro, respectively; both laptops had debuted a month prior.

Apple and Microsoft technically host their own Black Friday sales, too, but they usually aren't much to write home about. The famously stingy Apple Store only doles out free gift cards with the purchase of older MacBooks, and the Microsoft Store's prices are often trounced by its third-party peers.

SEE ALSO: The best time of year to buy a Mac, whether you want a MacBook or iMac

The real debate concerning Black Friday laptop deals revolves around whether consumers should shop early or hold off on buying until Black Friday proper, in case prices get even cheaper, and the answer boils down to whether you're eyeing specific models or specs. Retailers still reserve some deals for the actual holiday (always the Friday after Thanksgiving) even if their sales are weeks or months long, so it can be worth waiting to see which laptops get featured in that primetime slot. The trouble is that we rarely know what those featured laptops are ahead of time — and by the time they're live, the model you really wanted may be backordered or back to full price.

If you're married to a certain spec sheet and don't just want a good deal, period, we generally recommend buying a laptop as soon as it gets added to a Black Friday sale's roster. In the off-chance its deal improves, you can always tap the retailer's holiday price-match guarantee and/or extended return policy as fallback plans.

Second best time to buy: During back-to-school season

Whether it's a multitasking MacBook for a college freshman or a basic Chromebook for a fifth-grader, a laptop is a given on most school supply shopping lists. As such, laptop prices dependably tank in the summer to tempt students, their parents, and teachers preparing for the upcoming semester — typically from mid-June to early September.

The back-to-school season is so major for laptop purchases that it's the only time outside of Black Friday when the Apple Store runs one of its "sales," throwing in free gift cards with MacBook purchases from early June through early October. That's in addition to its usual education pricing, which saves students, parents, and faculty $100 on select MacBooks year-round.

Apple runs one of its rare gift card promos during the back-to-school season; the other happens during Black Friday. Credit: Apple

It's worth mentioning that Amazon's flagship Prime Day sale falls smack-dab in the middle of back-to-school season in mid-July, and it's one of the only times when shoppers can source a slew of legitimately good laptop deals there besides Black Friday. (More on that later.) For instance, Prime Day 2023 featured a special invite-only deal that dropped the price of an Acer Swift X by over 40%.

Crucially, Prime Day can also be lucrative for laptop shoppers because it goads other retailers into running competing sales, which often match or beat Amazon's. (Best Buy's Prime Day counter-programming tends to be Amazon's toughest rival when their inventories overlap.) Prices aren't quite as low as they are on Black Friday, but it's still enough to make Prime Day worth marking on your calendar.

Third best time to buy: Over holiday weekends

Retailers are partial to offering deals on big-ticket tech purchases like laptops over federal holiday weekends, the big ones being Presidents' Day weekend (in mid-February), Memorial Day weekend (in late May), the Fourth of July, and Labor Day (in early September, coinciding with the end of back-to-school season). You won't find extreme discounts like you do in the thick of back-to-school season or Black Friday, but they're above average for the "off season."

Honorable mention: Buy right after new models are announced

Pay attention to new laptop launches even if you don't want the latest tech, as they often trigger quiet sales or price drops on the older models they're replacing. For most laptop brands, this usually means deals start trickling out after the CES dust settles in late January and into February.

Apple's 13-inch M2 Apple MacBook Air got two permanent price drops during its lifespan. Credit: Molly Flores / Mashable

Apple and Microsoft refreshes are, again, a little less predictable timing-wise, but they're just as reliable when it comes to previous-gen discounts. You might recall the 13-inch M2 MacBook Air getting a permanent $100 price cut when its 15-inch counterpart debuted, then another $100 chop once the latest M3 version materialized. And the original Surface Laptop Studio went on sale for $500 off the week after its successor was announced.

Not all retailers are created equal

Shopping for a new laptop is as much a game of "when" as it is "where."

Between major online retailers, we typically find the most laptop configurations (and the best laptop deals) at Best Buy. That includes current- and previous-gen MacBooks, plus a broad range of Windows laptops, Chromebooks, and gaming laptops across all major brands; it's the exclusive retail partner for a slew of current-gen Copilot+ PCs.

Amazon comes next. It consistently stocks and discounts recent MacBooks as well as a more random selection of Copilot+ PCs, Chromebooks, and entry-level to mid-range gaming laptops. Walmart has the most limited inventory out of the three and mainly dabbles in older Windows laptops, gaming laptops, and low-end Chromebooks.

With that in mind, we want to flag some quirks about these retailers that can complicate shoppers' buying experience in some way or another. One is that Amazon and Best Buy intermittently inflate laptops' original sticker prices, which can make discounts look better than they actually are. This also sometimes happens in the reverse, where a deflated MSRP is concealing better-than-advertised savings. But getting duped into a lousy deal is a less happy surprise.

Amazon listed this Acer gaming laptop on sale for $769.99, down from $844.99. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon The exact same model had an original price of $779.99 on Acer's website. You're actually saving $10, not $65. Credit: Screenshot: Acer.com Best Buy listed this Acer gaming laptop on sale for $1,099.99, down from $1,499.99. Credit: Screenshot: Best Buy The exact same model had an original price of $1,449.99 on Acer's website. You're actually saving $350, not $400. Credit: Screenshot: Acer.com

Furthermore, Amazon and Walmart are teeming with laptop listings from third-party merchants that shoppers should approach with caution. (Best Buy doesn't host them yet, but that's set to change in mid-2025.) Amazon's third-party sellers may use different customer service policies than their hosts, while Walmart's MarketPlace Sellers may have different return policies or warranty terms. And let's not forget that counterfeit products are an ongoing issue for both retailers.

This isn't to say that all third-party sellers are evil scammers. (You can usually tell based on their reviews.) It's also important to note that Amazon and Walmart both have guarantees in place to offer recourse if shoppers have problems with third-party sellers, provided they're eligible. Still, we don't think it's worth the risk or the hassle when it comes to a big-ticket purchase like a laptop. Reddit is filled with enough horror stories to reinforce this caginess.

In March 2025, you could buy a configuration of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 from a third-party Amazon seller for $1,349.99 (and get a free stylus)... Credit: Screenshot: Amazon ...Or you could buy the same laptop directly from Amazon for $40 more. Go with Amazon for peace of mind. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon A third-party Walmart seller was selling this Asus Vivobook S 16 Flip for a hair less than Walmart itself in March 2025. Credit: Screenshot: Walmart Just get it from Walmart. You're not technically getting the lowest price, but you know exactly who you're buying from. (The difference is negligible, anyway). Credit: Screenshot: Walmart

We'll give the big A and W some credit, though: They usually clean up their acts for Prime Day and Black Friday; we see lots more retailer-direct laptop listings on both sites during those major sales. Look for "Ships from/Sold by Amazon.com" and "Sold and shipped by Walmart.com" labels below the "Add to cart" buttons on their product pages. You can also filter your Walmart searches by seller.

It's important to remember that you can avoid these issues entirely by buying from laptop manufacturers themselves, which maintain their own online storefronts offer their own discounts year-round. At the very least, these are extremely useful for price checks against Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart listings to make sure their discounts are worthwhile.

How to tell if you're getting a good laptop deal

Being wary of third-party sellers and cross-checking listings between laptop retailers and manufacturers are two of the best ways to ensure you're making a smart purchase. We also recommend appraising discounts using price-tracking tools like CamelCamelCamel and Google's Shopping Insights feature. They can tell you whether a laptop you're considering has ever gone on sale for cheaper, if at all.

Finally, consider bookmarking Mashable's shopping experts' deals coverage. In recommending laptop deals, we personally vet every single discount and stick with trusted sellers. Whether the computer you wind up buying is brand new or just new to you, we strive to make sure you can confidently say that your money was well spent.

TAKE UP TO 45% OFF: Sleep products like mattresses, toppers, pillows, and sheets are on discounted at Amazon ahead of the Big Spring Sale including brands like Casper, Tempur-Pedic, and Coop.

Best sleep deals ahead of the Amazon Big Spring Sale Best mattress deal Casper Sleep Element (queen) $476 (save $119) Get Deal Best pillow deal Coop Home Goods Original Adjustable Pillow (queen) $63.20 (save $15.80) Get Deal Best mattress topper deal ViscoSoft Dusk Memory Foam Mattress Topper (3 inches, queen) $93.49 (save $16.50) Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale promises great savings on tech gadgets like earbuds, Apple devices, and TVs, but it's also a great time to think about entering a new season. Spring brings about thoughts of cleaning, organizing, and refocusing on goals for the coming summer season. If your sleep setup could use some improvements, Amazon has some great sales on sleep items ahead of the Big Spring Sale.

In addition to stretching and staying hydrated, sleep is one of the most basic wellness hacks around. Most of us struggle with prioritizing sleep, but we have tons of evidence that proves sleep is incredibly important to our wellbeing. It impacts our mood, cognition, reaction time, metabolism, and so much more. All of those studies point to one simple conclusion: we should all be prioritizing getting restorative sleep.

If you're struggling to sleep comfortably and could do with a new mattress, fresh pillows, or sheets, check out these nice deals before the Amazon Big Spring Sale starts on March 25.

Best mattress deal Opens in a new window Credit: Casper Casper Element Mattress (queen) $476 at Amazon
$595 Save $119 Get Deal Why we like it

Your mattress is the crux of your sleeping experience, and if you're not lulled into a comfortable sleep each night, it's time for a new mattress. Thankfully, the Casper Element mattress in a queen size is on sale at Amazon for just $476, which takes 20% off the normal price of $595.

This all-foam mattress in a box has a medium-firm feel that could work great for all sleeping positions. The construction and materials make the Casper Element a great option for couples looking for a bed with motion isolation. The breathable foam layers are designed to resist heating up and allow for better airflow which could be great for summer months. Plus, the Casper Element comes with attractive certifications like the CertiPUR-US stamp.

More mattress deals

• Zinus 10-inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress (queen) — $174 $219.98 (save $45.98)

• Zinus 14-inch Cooling Comfort Support Hybrid Mattress (queen) — $289 $359.99 (save $70.99)

• Sealy Dreamlife 14-inch Hybrid Mattress (queen) — $749.25 $999 (save $249.75)

• Casper Sleep Original Memory Foam Mattress (queen) — $1,177.27 $1,295 (save $117.73)

Best pillow deal Opens in a new window Credit: Coop Home Goods Coop Home Goods Original Adjustable Pillow (queen) $63.20 at Amazon
$79 Save $15.80 Get Deal Why we like it

Finding your perfect pillow can be a challenge which is why grabbing an adjustable pillow is incredibly wise. The Coop Home Goods Original Adjustable Pillow lets you choose the height by offering the ability to add or remove fill. Stomach sleepers tend to sleep best on a pillow with a lower loft while side sleepers will need plenty of height to fill the space between the shoulder and head.

Coop Home Goods uses cross-cut memory foam and a microfiber blend as the fill in the adjustable pillow. The outer cover of the pillow is made with a breathable material that's also safe to clean at home in your washing machine.

More pillow deals

• Casper Essential Cooling Hybrid Pillow (standard) — $44.97 $65 (save $20.03)

• Casper Essential Pillow (standard, 2-pack) — $64.80 $81 (save $16.20)

• Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Ergo Neck Pillow — $66.49 $99 (save $32.51)

• Coop Home Goods Eden Pillow (queen) — $79.20 $99 (save $19.80)

• Coop Home Goods Original Adjustable Body Pillow — $79.20 $99 (save $19.80)

Best mattress topper deal Opens in a new window Credit: ViscoSoft ViscoSoft Dusk Memory Foam Mattress Topper (queen, 3 inches) $93.49 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $16.50 Get Deal Why we like it

If your current mattress has slowly gotten uncomfortable over time or if it feels too firm, adding a mattress topper can completely transform your sleeping experience. The medium-soft ViscoSoft Dusk Memory Foam Mattress Topper offers three inches of pressure relief that aims to give you proper ergonomic alignment. For some people, that can spell the end of back and hip pain, thanks to the cradling nature of the topper.

The ViscoSoft Dusk topper comes with a removeable and machine-washable cover, so you'll easily be able to maintain a hygienic bed.

More sleep deals worth shopping at Amazon

• Mellanni Sheets Set (queen) — $37.97 $50.97 (save $13)

• Bedsure Cotton Percale Sheet Set (queen) — $42.99 $49.99 (save $7)

• Tempur ProAir Sheet Set (queen, Sleepy Blue) — $114.50 $158.85 (save $44.35)

• Tempur-Cloud 2-inch Mattress Topper (queen) — $129 $219 (save $90)

• UGG Kenzie Comforter Set (full/queen) — $191.01 $217 (save $25.99)

• Tempur-Adapt Supreme 3-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper (queen) — $230 $419 (save $189)

SAVE UP TO 20%: Ruggable is hosting a sitewide spring sale that can net you up to 20% off their most popular styles. Just use code BLOOM at checkout to redeem the offer.

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Spring has finally sprung, and what better way to celebrate than to brighten up your living room with a brand-new rug? One that won't hang onto stains for dear life, is plush and bouncy, and most importantly, at least 15% off the original price.

If that sounds good to you, you'll want to check out the Spring Sale that popular rug brand, Ruggable, just launched. The sale gets you at least 15% off sitewide, and up to 20% off if you buy more than one. That's a decent deal, so might as well double up. Just use code BLOOM at checkout, and the discount is yours.

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What makes Ruggable special? It's mainly the fact that their rugs are completely machine-washable, meaning you won't have to get down on your hands and knees to start scrubbing when you come across a stain that's more set-in than usual. On top of that, they're also water- and stain-resistant, and totally interchangeable with their other rug covers as long as you're using a Ruggable pad. So, you can pick up a few styles and switch them up as you see fit — whatever makes the room feel right. Each rug comes in either a flatwoven or tufted style, so it's up to you if you'd rather a plush feel, or something that's more flush with the ground (which is better for areas with higher foot traffic). Don't miss out on Ruggable's Spring Sale — use code BLOOM at checkout and score up to 20% off your purchase.

UPDATE: Mar. 18, 2025, 11:38 a.m. EDT This article has been updated with the latest prices ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

The best power tool deals at Amazon's Big Spring Sale Best Bosch power tool deals Bosch CS10 15 Amp Circular Saw $72.06 (save $56.94) Get Deal Best Dewalt power tool deals Dewalt 20V Max Drill Driver/Impact Driver Combo Kit $124 (save $115) Get Deal Best Cat power tool deals Caterpillar Cat 3.5A Corded Oscillating Multi-Tool $118.99 (save $16) Get Deal

Home improvement isn't all sunshine and rainbows — without a superintendent, anything that breaks is yours to fix, whether that's with hired help or by yourself. If you prefer the latter method, you're going to need a decent lineup of power tools on hand to keep you prepared for any surprise issues.

It just so happens that a lot of cordless power tools are on sale at Amazon ahead of its Big Spring Sale, from cordless drills, to nail guns, to circular saws. We'll keep track of all of the best deals in the lead-up to and during the event; we've listed them out below so you can spend less time shopping, and more time planning your next home project.

Best Bosch power tool deals Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Bosch Bosch CS10 15 Amp Circular Saw $72.06 at Amazon
$129 Save $56.94 Get Deal Why we like it

Need to cut down a door after fitting a new carpet? Perhaps your better half wants a new Pergola building just in time for BBQ season? This bad boy will cut through almost anything like butter, even Indian Stone. If you’re looking for a circular saw that can handle serious cuts without feeling like you’re lugging around a cinder block, Bosch has you covered. This beast packs a 15-amp motor that chews through wood like it’s nothing, delivering cuts up to 2-7/16 inches deep at 90 degrees. And at just 10.2 pounds, it won’t leave your arms feeling like jelly by the end of the job. The die-cast magnesium footplate is built for durability, while the high-strength magnesium upper guard keeps things light without sacrificing toughness. It also packs optimized sight lines for better accuracy, bevel louvers to clear dust, and even a saw hook so you’re not awkwardly balancing it between cuts.

Get the Bosch CS10 15 Amp Circular Saw for $72.06 at Amazon and save $59.94.

Best Dewalt power tool deals Opens in a new window Credit: Dewalt Dewalt 20V Max Drill Driver/Impact Driver Combo Kit $124 at Amazon
$239 Save $115 Get Deal Why we like it

This kit will cover nearly every drilling job, from dry walls to hard stone surfaces. The DCD771 drill packs a two-speed transmission (0-450 and 0-1500 RPM), so sinking screws and punching through tougher material is managed by the right level of power at the right time. With 300 unit watts out (UWO), it’s got enough muscle for a wide range of jobs, but its compact, lightweight design means you won’t be fighting to squeeze it into tight spaces. The 1/2-inch single-sleeve ratcheting chuck keeps bits locked in tight, and the ergonomic handle makes sure your hand doesn’t hate you by the end of the day. The DCF885 impact driver keeps things just as efficient with a 5.55-inch front-to-back profile and a weight of just 2.8 pounds—perfect for working in cramped spots. The one-handed loading 1/4-inch hex chuck makes swapping bits a breeze, and the built-in three-LED light ring with a 20-second delay means no more fumbling around in the dark.

Get the Dewalt 20V Max Drill Driver/Impact Driver Combo Kit for $124 at Amazon and save $115.

Best Cat power tool deals Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Caterpillar Cat Caterpillar Cat 3.5A Corded Oscillating Multi-Tool $118.99 at Amazon
$134.99 Save $16.00 Get Deal Why we like it

I can't put into words how handy it is to have a multi-tool near your tool bench. Pretty much anything that can't be cut with a saw because of the angle is super easy with one of these. Powered by a beefy 3.5A motor, this tool cranks out a variable speed range of 11,000-20,000 OPM, giving you total control for cutting, sanding, or scraping jobs. With six adjustable speed settings, you can dial in the precision for whatever job’s in front of you. The lightweight aluminum gearbox isn’t just tough, it’s built to take a beating and keep going. The tool-free universal attachment system makes switching out accessories fast and frustration-free, while the LED work light ensures you’re not guessing in dim conditions. And because comfort matters when you're on the grind, the rubber over mold grip keeps things steady in your hands. With a 10-foot trade-length cord, you won’t constantly be searching for an extension, and it even comes loaded with a full set of blades, sanding sheets, and a slide-lock case to keep everything organized.

Get the Caterpillar Cat 3.5 A Corded Oscillating Multi-Tool and save $16.

The best Amazon Spring Sale deals at a glance: Best TCG Deal Pokémon TCG Charizard ex Super Premium Collection $73.03 (save $6.96) Get Deal Best Toy Deal Mega Pokémon Building Toy Set (Charizard) $10.53 (save $11.46) Get Deal Best Plush Deal Pokémon Pikachu Sleeping Plush $29 (save $5.99) Get Deal Best Funko Pop! Deal Funko Pop! Games: Pokémon (Teddiursa_ $8.39 (save $4.60) Get Deal

We're expecting Amazon’s Big Spring Sale to deliver big savings on all things Pokémon from March 25 to 31. That includes plushies, Squishmallows, Funko Pop! figures, and Pokémon TCG products. If your collection could use a boost, this will be a solid time to grab a few favorites without paying full price.

SEE ALSO: Pokemon Go players are actually training a giant AI model

Here, you'll find the best Amazon Spring Sale Pokémon deals we've seen ahead of the event. Be sure to keep checking back, as we'll update this page as soon as new deals go live.

Best Pokémon TCG deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Pokémon TCG Charizard ex Super Premium Collection $73.03 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $6.96 Get Deal Why we like it

Inside, you’ll find a foil promo card featuring Charizard ex, plus foil versions of Charmander and Charmeleon to complete the evolution line. The set also includes a Charizard display figure and a hefty stack of 10 Pokémon TCG booster packs, with a mix of Stellar Crown, Twilight Masquerade, Temporal Forces, Paradox Rift, and Obsidian Flames.

Best Pokémon Mega Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Mega Pokémon Building Toy Set (Charizard) $10.53 at Amazon
$21.99 Save $11.46 Get Deal Why we like it

Standing over four inches tall, this Charizard features poseable wings and flames bursting from its mouth and tail, making it a great display piece or an interactive build. With 223 bricks and pieces, it’s compatible with all Mega building sets and other major brands, so you can get creative with your Pokémon world. The set also includes a Heavy Ball pin!

Best Pokémon Plush Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Pokémon Pikachu Sleeping Plush $29 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $5.99 Get Deal Why we like it

Pokémon Sleep players, this one’s for you. The 18-inch sleeping Pikachu plush is the ultimate cuddle buddy, designed in an adorable snoozing pose that makes nap time even cozier. Made from super-soft material, it’s perfect for curling up with after logging your sleep cycles. If Pikachu isn’t your top pick, there are plenty of other sleepy Pokémon to choose from, including Snorlax, Bulbasaur, Squirtle, Eevee, Psyduck, Scorbunny, Charmander, and Pichu.

Best Pokémon Funko Pop! Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Funko Pop! Games: Pokémon (Teddiursa) $8.39 at Amazon
$12.99 Save $4.60 Get Deal Why we like it

Funko Pop! Pokémon figures are an easy way to bring your favorite pocket monsters to your shelf, and the latest releases keep the collection growing. We're talking Teddiursa, Pikachu, Charizard, or any of the other fan-favorite Pokémon, these vinyl figures capture their signature looks in that classic Funko Pop! style. With new additions dropping regularly, there’s always another Pokémon to add to your lineup. Grab your favorites, evolve your collection, and give your display a serious Pokédex upgrade with these deals.

Best Pokémon Squishmallow Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Squishmallows Pokémon 14-Inch Teddiursa Plush $24.99 at Amazon
$31.99 Save $7 Get Deal Why we like it

Made with ultra-soft, high-quality materials, Teddiura is a perfect addition to any Squishmallows squad or Pokémon collection. If you’re looking to expand your Pokémon Squishmallows lineup, there’s plenty more to choose from. Bellibolt, Marill, Dragonite, Gengar, Pikachu, and more have Squishmallows in various sizes, with the following also being available in the Amazon Spring Sale.

UPDATE: Mar. 18, 2025, 11:24 a.m. EDT The Amazon Big Spring Sale hasn't started yet, but here are the best Lego deals already live.

The best Amazon Spring Sale deals at a glance: Lego Star Wars R2-D2 $81.99 (save $18) Get Deal Lego Super Mario King Boo's Haunted Mansion $65.99 (save $9) Get Deal Lego Disney Encanto The Magical Madrigal House $131.99 (save $28) Get Deal Lego Marvel Spider-Man Final Battle $93.61 (save $10.77) Get Deal Lego Sonic The Hedgehog Sonic’s Green Hill Zone Loop Challenge $80.99 (save $19) Get Deal Lego Ninjago: Attack of The Morro Dragon $414.03 (save $45.87) Get Deal Lego City Express Passenger Train Set $151.99 (save $38) Get Deal Lego Technic VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81 $93.49 (save $16.50) Get Deal Lego Architecture Statue of Liberty $98.99 (save $21) Get Deal

Amazon’s Spring Sale is offering big savings on all things Lego from March 25 to 31. That includes Star Wars, Mario, Disney, Sonic, Marvel, Architecture series and so much more. If your collection could use a boost, this is a great time to grab a few favorites without paying full price.

We're not just talking about the interactive Mario sets by the way, we're talking Boo's haunted mansion and more. Sonic Lego sets are rocking a discount too, which includes the iconic Green Zone Loop which is available for $80.99, saving you $19. If it's a popular IP, chances are that Lego has a kit for you to build. Let's get into it.

SEE ALSO: Pokemon Go players are actually training a giant AI model

Here, you'll find the best Amazon Spring Sale Lego deals we've seen ahead of the event. Be sure to keep checking back, as we'll update this page as soon as new deals go live.

Best Lego Star Wars deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Lego and Disney Lego Star Wars R2-D2 $81.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $18 Get Deal Why we like it

With 1,050 pieces, this set lets you recreate one of the most iconic droids in the galaxy with epic detail. The best features are the 360-degree rotating head to a detachable third leg (oh dear). It even includes an attachable periscope and tools, making it a very cool display piece that’s more than just for show. You also get a collector’s stand featuring a Lego Star Wars 25th Anniversary logo and an exclusive Darth Malak Minifigure to complete the setup.

Get the Lego Star Wars R2-D2 for $81.99 and save $8.

Best Nintendo Lego Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego / Nintendo Lego Super Mario King Boo's Haunted Mansion $65.99 at Amazon
$74.99 Save $9 Get Deal Why we like it

This 932-piece set includes interactive play features like an elevating sofa, a hidden key in the bookcase, and a treasure chest waiting to be unlocked. Plus, it includes four classic Mario enemies with King Boo, a Yellow Baby Yoshi, Dry Bones, and a Boo included. The mansion opens up for easy access, making it an awesome set to get Mario, Luigi, Peach, and more involved too. Need a bit of guidance? Lego Super Mario app has instructions and creative tips to help you get the most out of your build.

Get the Lego Super Mario King Boo's Haunted Mansion set for $65.99 and save $9.

Best Disney Lego Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego and Disney Lego Disney Encanto The Magical Madrigal House $132.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $27 Get Deal Why we like it

With 1,560 pieces, this detailed playset brings the charm of the Madrigal family home to life, complete with 8 uniquely designed rooms packed with movie-inspired surprises. The set includes 6 Lego Minifigures: Mirabel, Isabela, Dolores, Luisa, Camilo, and Abuela — plus Antonio as a Microfigure and two adorable animal figures.

Save $27 and get the Lego Disney Encanto The Magical Madrigal House for $132.99.

Best Sonic Lego Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego / SEGA Lego Sonic The Hedgehog Sonic’s Green Hill Zone Loop Challenge $80.90 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $19.09 Get Deal Why we like it

This buildable course brings the high-speed action of the classic game to life, complete with a loop-de-loop and a giant ring for Sonic to zoom through using the included speed sphere. The set comes with 9 minifigures, including Sonic, Amy, Dr. Eggman, Badniks Chopper, and Newtron, plus adorable Flicky, Becky, Pocky, and Pecky figures to rescue.

Get the Lego Sonic The Hedgehog Sonic’s Green Hill Zone Loop Challenge for $80.90 and save $19.09.

Best Ninjago Lego Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Lego Lego Ninjago: Attack of The Morro Dragon $414.03 at Amazon
$459.90 Save $45.87 Get Deal Why we like it

This set includes 6 minifigures: Kai, Jay, Evil Green Ninja, Chain Master Wrayth, Ghost Warrior Cowler, and Ghost Warrior Yokai. Each minifigure is also armed with weapons and accessories to recreate intense battles. The massive Morro Dragon is fully poseable with fabric wings, a movable head, and sharp talons. The set also features the legendary Tomb of the First Spinjitzu Master, complete with the Realm Crystal, Aeroblades, and hidden weapons. To up the ante, you also get two ninja jet boards for aerial combat and mischievous Skreemers armed with bananas and sausages. Yes, really.

Snag Lego Ninjago: Attack of The Morro Dragon for $413.92 and save $40.

Best Lego City Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego City Express Passenger Train $151.99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $38 Get Deal Why we like it

This remote-controlled bullet train features working, dimmable headlights and Lego Powered Up technology, which allows buyers to control the train with the included remote or a smart device. The set includes everything needed for a bustling railway scene: a train with a restaurant car and passenger coach, a station platform, and 24 track pieces for endless layouts. This set also includes six minifigures including a train driver, a restaurant worker, and four passengers.

Get the Lego City Express Passenger Train for $151.99 and save $38.

Best Lego Creator Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Creator Main Street $103.18 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $36.81 Get Deal Why we like it

The Lego Creator 3-in-1 Main Street set lets buyers build and rebuild their own bustling city with three different models: a lively street with a hotel, music store, record shop, and café; a stylish four-floor art deco apartment building; or an archway market street. Each design is open at the back, making it easy to access detailed interiors and play out fun city adventures. The set includes six Minifigures: A Hotel receptionist, a coffee shop worker, a singer, a store clerk, a child, and a wheelchair user plus customizable hair and torsos for even more variety.

Order Lego Creator Main Street for $103.18 and save 26%.

Best Lego Marvel Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego and Disney Lego Marvel Spider-Man Final Battle $93.61 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $16.38 Get Deal Why we like it

This action-packed build brings together all three Spider-Men: Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, The Amazing Spider-Man, and MCU Spider-Man alongside iconic characters like Doctor Strange, Green Goblin, Electro, Doc Ock, MJ, Ned, and even a hidden Sandman. With 360-degree playability, this set is loaded with interactive features, including minifigure supports for midair action, a flip-open rear that reveals a portal, and a soft web to trap villains.

Get the Lego Marvel Spider-Man Final Battle for $93.61 to save $16.38.

Best Lego Technic Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Technic VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81 $93.49 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $16.50 Get Deal Why we like it

This advanced build features vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, retractable landing gear, and a rotating engine system for epic flight maneuvers. The spaceship also includes a working cargo system, allowing buyers to transport the mini space rover using an extending claw. A grab handle makes it easy to swoop and soar, while the self-leveling cockpit adds a touch of realism to every mission.

Order the Lego Technic VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81 for $93.49 and save $16.50.

Best Lego Architecture Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego LEGO Architecture Statue of Liberty $98.99 at Amazon
$119.99 Save $21 Get Deal Why we like it

This detailed build captures the essence of Lady Liberty, complete with her flowing robe, seven-ray crown, and upraised arm holding a golden torch. The pedestal features columned balconies, brick detailing, and a decorative nameplate, making it a stunning display piece. Finished in an authentic sand-green and beige color scheme, this set is a very cool project for anyone.

Order the LEGO Architecture Statue of Liberty for $98.99 and save $21.

2025 is going to be a huge year for gaming. That's fantastic news, but it also means that you're probably going to be spending a lot of money on gaming-related things over the next few months, whether it's individual titles, accessories, or even new consoles. You know what we're going to say next: That's why it's a good idea to keep your eyes open for a big sale to give your bank account a break.

SEE ALSO: Gaming starter kit: All the gear you need to play like a real gamer

Thankfully, Amazon is swooping in to save the day with yet another Big Spring Sale. Taking place from March 25 to 31, the Prime-Day-esque event will feature tons of deals on mostly spring essentials and outdoor products, but gaming discounts are also making an appearance in a big way.

Read on to find our favorite gaming deals from the days leading up to Amazon's Big Spring Sale below, including price cuts on consoles, games, accessories, and plenty more.

PlayStation game deals

• NBA 2K25 — $19.99 $69.99 (save $50)

• Resident Evil 4 — $28 $69.99 (save $41.99)

• Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)

• Lego Horizon Adventures — $32.20 $59.99 (save $27.79)

• Life Is Strange: Double Exposure — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)

• Star Wars Outlaws — $43.46 $69.99 (save $26.53)

• Banishers: Ghosts of Eden — $43.80 $59.99 (save $16.19)

• Elden Ring — $46.99 $69.99 (save $23)

• Undisputed — $54.24 $69.99 (save $15.75)

• Astro Bot — $58 $69.99 (save $11.99)

• Alan Wake II — $59.70 $69.99 (save $10.29)

• Final Fantasy VII Rebirth — $61.83 $69.99 (save $8.16)

• Black Myth: Wukong — $62.73 $69.99 (save $7.26)

• Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 — $62.99 $69.99 (save $7)

• Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 — $64.52 $69.99 (save $5.47)

PlayStation hardware deals

Headsets

• Razer Kaira X Wired Gaming Headset — $39.99 $59.99 (save $20)

• Sony INZONE H3 Wired Gaming Headphones — $58 $99.99 (save $41.99)

• Logitech G Pro X SE Wired Gaming Headset — $69.76 $99.99 (save $30.23)

• Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless Gaming Headset — $159.99 $199.99 (save $40)

Accessories

• Seagate Game Drive for PS5 5TB External HDD — $149.99 $168.41 (save $18.42)

• WD_BLACK 2TB SN850X NVMe SSD with Heatsink — $164.95 $199.99 (save $35.04)

• WD_BLACK 2TB SN850P NVMe M.2 SSD — $189.99 $229.99 (save $40)

Xbox game deals

• The Quarry — $11.99 $19.99 (save $8)

• Grand Theft Auto V — $12.80 $39.99 (save $27.19)

• NBA 2K25 — $19.99 $69.99 (save $50)

• Sonic Frontiers — $19.99 $69.99 (save $50)

• Life Is Strange: Double Exposure — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)

• Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth — $33.84 $69.99 (save $36.15)

• Assassin's Creed Mirage — $36.59 $49.99 (save $13.40)

• Persona 3 Reload: Standard Edition — $37 $69.99 (save $32.99)

• Dragon Age: The Veilguard — $37.99 $69.99 (save $32)

• Elden Ring — $41.85 $69.99 (save $28.14)

• Metaphor: ReFantazio — $43.99 $69.99 (save $26)

• Undisputed — $45.30 $59.99 (save $14.69)

Xbox hardware deals

Consoles

• Xbox Series X (1TB Digital Edition) — $427 $449.99 (save $22.99)

Controllers

• PDP Gaming Afterglow Wave Enhanced Wired Controller — $31.99 $44.99 (save $13)

• PDP Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Gaming Controller — $155.99 $179.99 (save $24)

Headsets

• HyperX CloudX — $49.99 $69.99 (save $20)

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X — $129.99 $179.75 (save $49.76)

Best Nintendo Switch game deals

• NBA 2K25 — $19.99 $59.99 (save $40)

• Sonic Superstars — $24.97 $29.99 (save $5.02)

• Just Dance 2025 — $24.97 $49.99 (save $25.02)

• Five Nights at Freddy's: The Core Collection — $24.79 $39.99 (save $15.20)

• Cult of the Lamb — $24.99 $29.99 (save $5)

• Sea of Stars — $26.99 $39.99 (save $13)

• Sonic Frontiers — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)

• TMNT Mutants Unleashed — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)

• Stray — $37.16 $39.99 (save $2.83)

• Lego Horizon Adventures — $40.49 $59.99 (save $19.50)

• Tetris Effect: Connected — $44.99 $49.99 (save $5)

• The Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom — $48 $59.99 (save $11.99)

Nintendo Switch hardware deals

Controllers and accessories

• PowerA Joy Con Comfort Grips — $9.88 $14.99 (save $5.11)

• Game Traveler Nintendo Switch Deluxe OLED Case — $14.99 $19.99 (save $5)

Memory cards

• SanDisk 128GB microSDXC Card — $17.49 $19.99 (save $2.50)

• PowerA Joy-Con Charging Dock for Nintendo Switch — $19.49 $22.99 (save $3.50)

• SanDisk 256GB microSDXC Card — $22.99 $25.99 (save $3)

• Samsung EVO Select 512GB microSXC Card — $34.99 $39.99 (save $5)

• PowerA Wireless Controller (Kirby) — $35.49 $44.99 (save $9.50)

• CRKD Nitro Deck — $39.99 $45.30 (save $5.31)

• SanDisk 512GB Extreme microSDXC — $41.90 $62.49 (save $20.59)

• Hori Split Pad Pro (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) — $41.99 $59.99 (save $18)

• 8Bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller — $41.99 $49.99 (save $8)

• PDP Afterglow Wave Wireless Pro Controller — $45.57 $54.99 (save $9.42)

• 8Bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller — $57.49 $69.99 (save $12.50)

GET UP TO $300 OFF: The Amazon Big Spring Sale is on and Samsung is showing strong with deals on TVs, phones, earbuds, hard drives, and more tech at Amazon and elsewhere. Save $300 on the Samsung 32-Inch M8 (M80D) Series UHD HDR10+ Smart Monitor.

The Best Samsung deals at the Amazon Big Spring Sale Best Samsung tablet deal Galaxy Tab S9 FE $369.99 (Save $150) Get Deal Best Samsung earbud deal Samsung Galaxy Buds FE True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds $75.99 (Save $24) Get Deal Best Samsung TV deal Samsung 43-Inch QLED QN90D Series Neo Quantum HDR Smart TV $1097.99 (Save $200) Get Deal

Samsung is known for producing some of the highest quality tech around. With offerings that span TVs, phones, earbuds, and more, a Samsung sale means tech for any need.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is here and Samsung is majorly on board. Shop Amazon's sale and competing rollbacks to save on Samsung tablets, screens, and more, like the Galaxy Tab S9 FE which is on sale for $369.99 at Samsung ($150 off). Here are some of the Samsung deals we're most excited about:

Best Samsung tablet deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE $369.99 at Samsung
$519.99 Save $150 Get Deal

The Galaxy Tab S9 FE is built for creativity and fun. With 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage, this tablet is a mini computer built for use by touch and pen — and the pen comes as part of the package.

Use the Tab S9 FE for games, digital drawing, or surfing the web. Don't be afraid to pass it off to a child, too — its IP68 rating for dust and water resistance means it's more than capable of surviving some spilled apple juice or a few wayward crumbs.

Right now, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE is on sale for $369.99 at Samsung, saving you $150. Further savings are available with trade in.

More phone, watch, and tablet deals

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11-inch Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Processor 128GB Android AI Tablet — $599.00 $639.00 (save 6%)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch FE 40mm AI Smartwatch — $154.99 $199.99 (save 23%)

• Samsung Galaxy A14 5G A Series Cell Phone, Factory Unlocked — $116.99 $199.99 (save $83.00)

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new AirPods 4 just dropped to under $100 at Amazon. I might need a second pair. Best Samsung earbud deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Buds FE True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds $75.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $24 Get Deal Why we like it

Not just for music, when connected to a Samsung phone, these earbuds translate. The Samsung Galaxy Buds FE True Wireless Earbuds are powerful Bluetooth-enabled earbuds designed to fit securely in your ear, even during rigorous activity. A wing tipped design makes them extra stable and snug.

Designed to work with a Galaxy Phone, these buds connect and disconnect simply and even facilitate easy switching from one output to the next. Right now, the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds are on sale for $75.99, saving you $24.

More headphone and computer accessory deals

• Samsung T7 2TB Portable SSD — $139.98 $269.99 (save 48%)

• Samsung T7 1TB Portable SSD — $89.99 $159.99 (save 44%)

• Samsung T7 Shield 1TB — $109.99 $169.99 (save 35%)

Best Samsung TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 43-Inch QLED QN90D Series Neo Quantum HDR Smart TV $1,097.99 at Amazon
$1,297.99 Save $200 Get Deal

Whether you're getting ready to dive back into a Girls rewatch or crack open Monster Hunter Wilds on your Xbox, the Samsung 43-Inch QLED QN90D Series Neo Quantum HDR Smart TV is on sale right on time. This TV is about exceptional picture quality and hyper responsive motion.

The QN90D provides up to 144Hz screen refresh times that will ace competitive play and bring contemporary titles to life in gorgeously fluid motion. With 4K AI upscaling, even older films and games will look great on this ultra-pixel-rich screen. Deep HDR yields incredible imagery with rich darks and bright pops of color.

Right now, the Samsung 43-Inch QLED QN90D Series Neo Quantum HDR Smart TV is on sale for $1,097.99 for a savings of $200, or 15% off.

More Samsung TV and screen deals

• Samsung 55-Inch QLED QN90D Series Mini LED, Neo Quantum HDR Smart TV — $1,497.99 $1,597.99 (save 6%)

• Samsung 32-Inch M8 (M80D) Series UHD HDR10+ Smart Monitor — $399.99 $699.99 (save 43%)

More Samsung deals from the Amazon Big Spring Sale

• Samsung HW-LST70T 3.0ch The Terrace Outdoor Soundbar w/ Dolby Audio — $997.99 $1,197.99 (save 17%)

SAVE UP TO 56%: Ahead of the Amazon Big Spring Sale, thousands of books are discounted by as much as 56% at Amazon, including new releases.

Best book deals at Amazon Best overall book deal 'Sunrise on the Reaping' by Suzanne Collins $19.59 (save $8.40) Get Deal Best sci-fi book deal 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir $13.98 (save $6.02) Get Deal Best non-fiction book deal 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear $11.93 (save $15.07) Get Deal Best fiction book deal 'God of the Woods' by Liz Moore $17 (save $13) Get Deal

Amazon sales are notorious for offering steep discounts on tech robot vacuums, Apple devices, tablets, and headphones. Ahead of the official start of the Amazon Big Spring Sale, we're seeing plenty of sweet discounts in these categories, but we're also jazzed to see so many great deals in other categories and that includes books.

Nothing compares to the joy that comes from sitting in the warm spring air with a good book. Plus, these sale prices make this the perfect time to stock up on books for summer vacation.

Check out these great book deals at Amazon if your bookshelf is feeling a bit bare after winter hibernation.

Best overall book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Scholastic Press 'Sunrise on the Reaping' by Suzanne Collins $19.59 at Amazon
$27.99 Save $8.40 Get Deal Why we like it

The 50th annual Hunger Games is about to begin, and we're here for it. The latest novel in the saga, Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins is the fifth book in the Hunger Games series, which just released on March 18.

A beloved character from previous novels, this latest story in the realm takes us along with Haymitch Abernathy's as his name is called to serve as tribute for District 12. Get ready for 400 pages back in the Panem universe by pre-ordering Sunrise on the Reaping for $19.59 in hardcover, down from the list price of $27.99.

Best sci-fi book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ballantine Books 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir $13.98 at Amazon
$20 Save $6.02 Get Deal Why we like it

Ryland Grace wakes up feeling groggy and confused. Once he figures out what his name is, he might be able to progress in figuring it all out. Anyone who enjoyed Andy Weir's hit sci-fi book The Martian is bound to love Project Hail Mary. The paperback version is on sale ahead of Amazon's big sale for just $13.98, down from the standard price of $20.

Grabbing this title now is a great idea since you'll want to read Project Hail Mary before the motion picture starring Ryan Gosling hits theatres in 2026.

Best non-fiction book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Avery 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear $11.93 at Amazon
$27 Save $15.07 Get Deal Why we like it

Although Atomic Habits isn't a brand new title, it's worth a read anytime, or a re-reading. Since the hardcover version is 56% off ahead of the Amazon sale, there's no excuse to not add this title to your bookshelf. Author James Clear uses the 320 pages to dive into bad habits, good habits, change, goals, and more. If 2025 if your year of change, Atomic Habits is a great place to start.

Best fiction book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Riverhead Books 'The God of the Woods' by Liz Moore $17 at Amazon
$30 Save $13 Get Deal Why we like it

One of the best-selling thriller books of 2024, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, is 43% off at Amazon, bringing the hardcover book down to just $17. Moore takes us back to summer camp in 1975 when early one morning a counselor realizes someone is missing from their bunk. It's not an ordinary camper. The missing teen is Barbara Van Leer — the daughter of the family that owners the camp. The complex thriller takes us down many story lines that weave together into the perfect thriller that's nearly impossible to put down.

More fiction book deals

• The Housemaid by Freida McFadden — $6.96 $12.99 (save $6.03)

• The Martian by Andy Weir — $8.99 $17 (save $8.01)

• The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett — $9.49 $18 (save $8.51)

• I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger — $13.51 $28 (save $14.49)

• The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride — $13.83 $28(save $14.17)

• The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters — $16.16 $28(save $11.84)

• The Wedding People by Alison Espach — $18.37 $28.99 (save $10.62)

• We Solve Murders by Richard Osman — $18.94 $30 (save $11.06)

• The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments box set by Margaret Atwood — $19.38 $35 (save $15.17)

More non-fiction book deals

• The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion — $9.60 $18 (save $8.40)

• Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner — $9.85 $17 (save $7.15)

• Women in White Coats by Olivia Campbell — $10.59 $18.99 (save $8.40)

• The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron — $11.69 $20 (save $8.31)

• Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles — $13.29 $24 (save $10.71)

• The Last Yakuza: Life and Death in the Japanese Underworld by Jake Adelstein — $15.35 $22 (save $6.65)

• The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins — $15.68 $29.99 (save $14.31)

• The Wagner by David Grann — $16.05 $30 (save $13.95)

• The Tell by Amy Griffin — $20.30 $29 (save $8.70)

The best Big Spring Sale unlocked phone deals at a glance: BEST SAMSUNG DEAL Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (512GB) $1,149.97 (save $270.02) Get Deal BEST GOOGLE PIXEL DEAL Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (256GB) $949 (save $250) Get Deal BEST MOTOROLA DEAL Motorola Edge (256GB) $299.99 (save $140) Get Deal

If you're hoping to upgrade your phone this season, Amazon's Big Spring Sale could be your best opportunity to snag one at a discount. Save yourself the hassle of coordinating a trade-in or new data plan at a specific carrier and check out Amazon's list of unlocked phones instead. Typically, you'll be able to find a better deal.

The Big Spring Sale event doesn't officially kick off until March 25, though deals tend to start popping up days (weeks, even) in advance. So far, the unlocked phone deals are few and far between, but you can already grab Samsung's new S25 Ultra at a record-low price. Google Pixel and Motorola deals are also trickling in, but we think the deals will get better closer to the event. Apple iPhones rarely (if ever) go on sale during Amazon shopping events, but we'll never say never.

Mashable's shopping team will be keeping our eyes peeled for all the best unlocked phone deals that appear leading up to (and during) the Big Spring Sale. Keep checking back if you don't see the phone you want just yet.

Note: Deals with a 🔥 next to them have dropped to record-low prices.

Best unlocked phone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (512GB) 🔥 $1,149.97 at Amazon
$1,419.99 Save $270.02 Get Deal Why we like it

Just announced at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event in January, the Galaxy S25 Ultra upgrades the RAM, camera, and processor compared to the S24 series. It also features a whole lot more AI, for better or worse. It doesn't look too much different than the S24 Ultra, but it'll wow you in terms of internal updates. And that's saying something, considering how great the S24 already was. At $1,149.97, the S25 Ultra with 512GB of storage is down to a new record low.

More unlocked phone deals Samsung Galaxy deals

• Samsung Galaxy A16 (128GB) — $174.99 $199.99 (save $25)

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (512GB) — $1,149.97 $1,419.99 (save $270.02) 🔥

Google Pixel deals

• Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (256GB) — $949 $1,199 (save $250)🔥

Motorola deals

• Moto G Play 2024 (64GB) — $109.99 $149.99 (save $40)

• Moto G Power 2024 (128GB) — $179.99 $299.99 (save $120)

• Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G 2023 (256GB) — $209.99 $399.99 (save $190)

• Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 (256GB) — $249.99 $399.99 (save $150)

• Motorola Edge (256GB) — $299.99 $439.99 (save $140) 🔥

• Motorola razr 2024 (256GB) — $499.99 $699.99 (save $200)

• Motorola razr+ 2024 (256GB) — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

Best deals under $25: Best tracker deal Tile by Life360 Mate (2024) Bluetooth Tracker $17.99 (save $7) Get Deal Best security camera deal TP-Link Tapo 1080p Indoor Security Camera $17.99 (save $7) Get Deal Best book deal Atomic Habits by James Clear (Hardcover) $11.93 (save $15.07) Get Deal

In case you haven’t noticed, life has gotten expensive lately. From eggs to gas to pretty much everything in between, the cost of living has skyrocketed, leaving many of us feeling the pinch.

Luckily, even as inflation squeezes our budgets, there are still opportunities to find great deals, especially with Amazon and its never-ending sales.

Right now, we’re gearing up for the Amazon Big Spring Sale, which is set to start on March 25. But even before the main event kicks off, we're already seeing tons of deals under $25 that are worth taking a look at.

Here are our pre-sale picks for the best items to scoop up ahead of the big sale:

Best tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Tile Tile by Life360 Mate (2024) Bluetooth Tracker $17.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $7 Get Deal Why we like it

If you’re going away for spring break, you might want to pick up a Bluetooth tracker to help you keep tabs on your belongings. These handy gadgets can be attached to your keys, bags, wallets, and anything else you want to keep a close eye on.

The Tile by Life360 Mate (2024) Bluetooth Tracker is only $17.99 right now, down from its usual $24.99 price tag. That’s 28% off the list price and the lowest price we’ve seen for this model in recent months.

It’s compatible with Android and iOS devices, has a 150-meter (around ~492 feet) Bluetooth range, and a three-year battery life. It’s water-resistant, too.

Best security camera deal Opens in a new window Credit: TP-Link TP-Link Tapo 1080p Indoor Security Camera $17.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $7 Get Deal Why we like it

Whenever I leave my apartment, I prop up a tiny off-brand camera to keep an eye on my pups. It’s not the best, but it’s enough to give me peace of mind.

If you’re looking for a more reliable indoor security camera, the TP-Link Tapo 1080p Indoor Security Camera is only $17.99 at Amazon. That’s 28% off the sticker price and just a few dollars off the all-time low.

The Tapo camera can send you instant push notifications whenever movement, a person, or a crying baby is detected. It has night vision, two-way audio, and high-definition 1080p video. And at under $18, it's a budget-friendly way to keep an eye on your home.

Best book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Avery Atomic Habits by James Clear (Hardcover) $11.93 at Amazon
$27 Save $15.07 Get Deal Why we like it

We’re usually all about gadgets, but sometimes, it's nice to take a break from screens and dive into a good old-fashioned book.

The hardcover version of Atomic Habits by James Clear is only $11.93 right now (that’s way cheaper than what you’ll find it for on the shelves), down from its usual $27 list price. If you prefer the Kindle edition, that’s on sale for $12.99.

Atomic Habits is one of the most popular self-help books of the last few years, with over 20 million copies sold. It’s all about building better habits, one tiny change at a time — the perfect read if you're trying to make improvements in your life.

More deals under $25

• Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler with Straw — $15 $20 (save $5)

• Roku Express — $17.69 $29.99 (save $12.30)

• Anker USB-C Hub — $18.84 $34.99 (save $16.15)

• Blink Mini 2 Home Security & Pet Camera — $19.99 $39.99 (save $20)

• Tile by Life360 Slim (2024) — $20.99 $29.99 (save $9)

• Kasa Smart Plug Power Strip — $21.99 $29.99 (save $8)

• Govee RGBIC Alexa LED Strip Light (16.4 feet) — $21.99 $31.99 (save $10)

• Duracell Optimum AAA Batteries (24 count) — $22.38 $36 (save $13.62)

• Apple AirTag — $24 $29 (save $5)

• Chom Chom Roller Pet Hair Remover — $24.99 $27.99 (save $3)

• Soundcore by Anker P20i earbuds — $24.99 $39.99 (save $15)

Best Amazon Big Spring 2025 deals under $50: Best smart home deal under $50 Echo Pop $39.99 Get Deal Best streaming device deal under $50 Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite $29.99 Get Deal Best earbuds deal under $50 Anker Soundcore Space A40 $59 (Save $20.99) Get Deal Best speaker deal under $50 JBL Go 3 $29.95 (Save $10) Get Deal Best tablet deal under $50 Amazon Fire 7 Tablet $44.99 (Save $15) Get Deal

Amazon is serving up a wide variety of deals during its Big Spring Sale, with a selection of great offers akin to what you might find for Prime Day. That goes double for sales on tech and adjacent categories. If you're looking for a new pair of earbuds at a great price or even a new tablet, you can snag some surprisingly great deals during the event. You just need to know where to look. Luckily, we've done the legwork for you, so all you have to worry about is kicking back, relaxing, and getting your shop on.

SEE ALSO: The best Amazon deals from the Big Spring Sale

Check out some of the best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals under $50 we've found so far below, from streaming devices to earbuds and everything in between. We'll continue to update it as the sales go on, as there are additional deals being added every day. Keep checking back for additional updates.

Smart home deals under $50

• Echo Glow — $29.99

• Echo Pop — $39.99

Streaming device deals under $50

• Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite — $29.99

• Amazon Fire TV Stick — $39.99

• Roku Express — $17.69 $29.99 (save $12.30)

Earbud deals under $50

• JBL Vibe 200TWS — $46.99

Speaker deals under $50

• JBL Go 3 — $29.95 $49.95 (save $20)

Bluetooth tracker deals under $50

• Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 — $22.60 $29.99 (save $7.39)

• Tile Mate — $17.99 $24.99 (save $7)

Charging accessory deals under $50

• Anker 621 Power Bank (Lightning Connector, 12W) — $26.98 $29.99 (save $3.01)

• Samsung 25W Power Adapter with Cable — $22.95 $34.99 (save $12.04)

• Belkin BoostCharge Pro 45W Dual USB-C Charger — $32.99 $39.99 (save $7)

• Samsung 15W Wireless Charger Single with Travel Adapter — $34.49 $59.99 (save $25.50)

• Anker 621 Magnetic Battery (MagGo) — $39.99

• Samsung 15W Wireless Charger Duo with Travel Adapter — $48.99 $89.99 (save $41)

• INIU Portable Charger — $48.99 $89.99 (save $41)

Security equipment deals under $50

• TP-Link Tapo C120 2K Wired Security Camera — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)

• Kasa Cam Outdoor — $41.99 $44.99 (save $3)

• eufy Security Outdoor Cam E210 — $44.99 $79.99 (save $33)

• Blink Mini 2 — $19.99 $39.99 (save $20)

The best noise-cancelling headphones deals ahead of the Amazon Big Spring Sale: BEST NOISE-CANCELLING EARBUDS DEAL Beats Studio Buds+ $99.95 (save $70) Get Deal BEST NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES DEAL Beats Studio Pro $179.95 (save $170.04) Get Deal BEST SPLURGE Bose QuietComfort Ultra $349 (save $80) Get Deal

Amazon has confirmed that its Big Spring Sale is making a comeback this season. The official sale runs from March 25 through 31, though we tend to see deals pop up well before and stick around well after the formal dates of any Amazon event — and this one is no different.

We've clocked early discounts on noise-cancelling headphones and earbuds from top brands like Bose, Apple, Beats, and Sony if you're looking to invest in a solid pair for your spring travels. Many of our favorites are already discounted, including the best earbuds for air travel and the best for bass lovers. While prices could certainly drop even further once the shopping extravaganza officially commences, we're already impressed by the early discounts.

Mashable's shopping team is keeping an eye on the best noise-cancelling headphone deals at Amazon ahead of (and during) its Big Spring Sale. We'll continue to update this running list with the latest pricing and availability, so check back often.

Note: Deals with a 🔥 next to them have dropped to record-low prices.

Best noise-cancelling headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Buds+ 🔥 $99.95 at Amazon
$169.95 Save $70.00 Get Deal Why we like it

The Studio Buds+ introduced a new transparent color to the Beats lineup. Not to mention, they improved active noise cancellation and transparency mode, enhanced battery life to up to 36 hours, increased the mic sizes for better call quality, and support spatial audio. Each pair comes with four different ear tip sizes to choose from, so you can find the best fit and enjoy the ANC to its fullest. At $99.95, the Buds+ are at their best price ever.

More noise-cancelling headphones deals

• Sony ULT Wear — $148 $199.99 (save $51.99)

• Beats Studio Pro — $179.95 $349.99 (save $170.04)

• Sony WH-1000XM4 — $248 $348 (save $100)

• Bose QuietComfort — $249 $349 (save $100)

• Sony WH-1000XM5 — $328 $399.99 (save $71.99)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra — $349 $429 (save $80)

More noise-cancelling earbuds deals

• Anker Soundcore P30i — $29.99 $49.99 (save 20 with on-page coupon)

• Anker Soundcore Space A40 — $47.20 $79.99 (save $32.79 with on-page coupon)

• EarFun Air Pro 4 — $63.99 $95.99 (save $32 with on-page coupon)

• Sony WF-C700N — $78 $119.99 (save $41.99) 🔥

• Beats Studio Buds — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50)

• Beats Studio Buds+ — $99.95 $169.95 (save $70) 🔥

• JBL Live Pro 2 — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50)

• Sony LinkBuds S — $128 $199.99 (save $71.99)

• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01)

• Bose QuietComfort — $149 $179 (save $30)

• Beats Fit Pro — $169 $199.95 (save $30.95)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $179 $229 (save $50)

• JBL Tour Pro 3 — $249.95 $299.95 (save $50)

It's a tale of two retail behemoths vying for your dollars.

In one corner is Amazon, the scrappy bookseller-turned-global ecommerce empire that's the reason why we're all a tad impatient. In the other is Walmart, the veteran department store with one-stop, starburst-studded supercenters in every neighborhood.

From speedy shipping to members-only perks, both retailers pull out stops to entice shoppers to buy from them. But in the battle of Walmart vs. Amazon, whose deals are actually better?

Mashable's shopping experts have spent years tracking online discounts on popular tech across both retailers, including TVs, laptops, headphones, robot vacuums, and video games/gaming consoles. In covering their daily deals and their massive sitewide sales, we constantly cross-check prices between the two of them to recommend the most worth-it discounts. Here's how we see things.

Where Amazon wins: More competitive pricing and useful deal-finding tools

There's a ton of overlap between the two retailers, but Amazon is where we normally find the most competitive prices on any given day. Anecdotally, if a product isn't on sale there, it's probably not on sale anywhere.

Our experience is backed up by ongoing research from the ecommerce analytics firm Profitero, which conducts an annual Price Wars study comparing everyday online prices across major U.S. retailers. In examining more than 13,000 items across 15 product categories over a 12-week period from July to September, the 2024 edition of the study found that Amazon's prices were five percent lower than Walmart's on average. (It's worth noting that the time frame included Amazon's flagship Prime Day sale and Walmart's counter-programming.) In the electronics category specifically, Amazon's prices were six percent lower on average.

SEE ALSO: Prime members can get a free e-book every month with Amazon First Reads

Amazon also put items on sale more frequently, undercutting Walmart about a third of the time on like-for-like items, according to Profitero's "low price reliability" metric. They otherwise tended to price-match one another; Amazon offered higher prices than Walmart just four percent of the time. (Neither Amazon nor Walmart have formal price-matching policies allowing customers to request price adjustments if an item is cheaper elsewhere, FYI.)

To Walmart's credit, it was Amazon's closest price competitor in most of the Profitero study's categories, "most aggressively" when it came to appliances. Walmart has gained a little ground on price competitiveness in the electronics category in the past year, but lost some of its edge with video game prices.

The other big pro to shopping on Amazon is that consumers have more deal-finding tools at their disposal (beyond your usual shopping browser extensions or Google Shopping features). If something you're interested in buying isn't on sale, you can keep tabs on price drops by adding it to a Wish List, your Shopping Cart, or your cart's "Saved for later" section. Amazon flags deals on wish-listed items underneath their product names and in the occasional notification pop-up if you have the Amazon Shopping mobile app. In your cart, you'll see a "Messages about items in your cart" notification at the very top of the page if a product's price changes.

This fancy colored pencil set has gotten slightly cheaper since I first wish-listed it. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon Amazon let me know about its discount via mobile notification, too. Credit: Haley Henschel / Mashable Visit your cart and click the "See all updates" line in the "Messages about items in your cart" notification. A pop-up window will tell you which products you've been eyeing have gotten less (or more) expensive since you added them. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon

If you're a member of Amazon's Prime subscription service and you own an Echo smart speaker, you can also enable an "Advanced deal alerts" feature that will notify you if a wish-listed item is about to go on sale — up to 24 hours ahead of time.

Crucially, Amazon shoppers also have the ability to verify how good its deals actually are using a website called CamelCamelCamel: Enter the URL of an item's Amazon product page in its search bar to pull up its complete pricing history. (There's a supplementary browser extension, too.) CamelCamelCamel occasionally misses coupons and skips over limited-time deals during Amazon's sitewide sales, including Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days, its fall counterpart. But it's generally great for determining whether a discount is even worth considering. Mashable's shopping experts rely heavily on it to appraise Amazon deals year-round.

Here's the Amazon price history of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones as of late June 2024, per CamelCamelCamel. Credit: Screenshot via CamelCamelCamel

There's no CamelCamelCamel equivalent for Walmart, though there is a "Droplist" tool in the free browser extension Honey that can offer some Walmart price history insights for products. However, it only uses data from the past 120 days, and it doesn't appear to take third-party sellers into account — which can sometimes pose a problem. (More on those later.)

Where Walmart wins: Hidden gems

Don't rule Walmart out entirely. As mentioned, its prices are more competitive than any other retailer when stacked up against Amazon's, and the two price-match each other more often than not — especially during major savings events like Prime Day and Black Friday. We also think it's important to note that Walmart's deals are occasionally better than they appear.

Every so often, Walmart does this thing to on-sale items where it advertises deflated sticker prices. In other words, the "original price" you see on a listing is lower than the actual MSRPs you'd see on the brand or manufacturer's website — so, in actuality, you're saving more than Walmart lets on. (We've run into this on Amazon, too, but it seems to happen far more often at Walmart.)

We're not exactly sure why Walmart chooses to do this, since it kind of works against its bottom line. (Wouldn't the real, bigger discount entice more shoppers to buy…? We asked a Walmart representative and never heard back.) But it can result in pleasant surprises for meticulous shoppers who cross-check prices before adding items to their carts. You might even snag a deal that may have sold out sooner had it been advertised accurately.

Take this 65-inch Samsung QLED TV: Walmart had it marked down from $997.99 to $798 during its Deals Holiday Kickoff Event in October 2023, advertising a discount of $199.99. But when the Mashable Shopping team searched for the TV's model number on the Samsung website, we discovered that it had an MSRP of $2,699.99 there — meaning Walmart's deal was actually saving shoppers just over $1,900.

Along similar lines, Walmart periodically releases extra-cheap products as "Special Buys" during sales. It doesn't attach any original MSRPs to these products, so there's no way of determining how much you're actually saving, but the prices tend to be low enough that it almost doesn't matter. (See: this 65-inch onn. 4K TV, which went on sale at Walmart for $278 a few weeks before Black Friday 2023. We didn't know how much it was truly worth, but compared to other TVs of that size, it was absurdly cheap.)

Where both win: Memberships are useful for scoring deals

In addition to other benefits, Amazon and Walmart's membership services both unlock varying degrees of access to certain deals during tentpole sales throughout the year.

An Amazon Prime membership ($14.99 per month or $139 per year) is non-negotiable if you want to shop the best deals of Prime Day in July and Prime Big Deal Days in October. In the past few years, this has further included some invite-only deals that shoppers can request to claim before the sales formally begin. No Prime, no access — though making use of Amazon's free 30-day Prime trial still counts you in.

These members-only restrictions don't usually apply to Amazon's Cyber Weekend sales. It introduced some invite-only Black Friday deals for Team Prime in 2023, but scrapped them for 2024.

SEE ALSO: The 10 best Amazon Echo devices for a smarter home

Meanwhile, a Walmart+ membership ($12.95 per month or $98 per year) unlocks early access to Walmart's biggest sitewide sales throughout the year — usually three to five hours before they're open to the general public, but sometimes up to 12. Those sales would be its main summer savings event, which competes with Prime Day; an October deals event that goes up against Prime Big Deal Days; and lastly, its staggered Black Friday Deals events. Featured doorbusters can sometimes sell out during these early-access phases or get slightly more expensive once the paywalls lift, so it's worth taking advantage of this membership perk.

There's one catch, which is that early deals access for Walmart+ members is restricted to paid members; you don't count if you're using its free 30-day trial. On the plus side, we usually see subscriptions go on sale for half price immediately before Walmart's summer and Black Friday sales.

Where both lose: Sketchy third-party sellers

Be sure you know exactly whose deals you're shopping — because it may not be Amazon or Walmart itself. Amazon is better known for hosting myriad third-party sellers, but Walmart's listings are also rife with so-called "MarketPlace Sellers." 

Some of these merchants are simply storefronts for verified brands, like Roborock or Dyson, which are unremarkable. But many others across both retailers are no-name independent sellers that shoppers should treat with caution. Third-party sellers on Amazon may not use its customer service, and Walmart's Marketplace Sellers may have different return policies or warranty terms.

Counterfeit products are also a huge issue for both online retailers. Amazon has been particularly aggressive in fighting fakes: The company has a dedicated Counterfeit Crimes Unit and invested over $1.2 billion into the cause in 2023. Walmart says it "regularly monitors Marketplace seller performance" and identifies those who provide the best service with "Pro Seller" badges. It also maintains pages where consumers can report intellectual property infringements and suspicious marketplace activity.

Walmart appears to have once been a member of the Buy Safe America Coalition, an industry lobby group that aims to protect consumers from counterfeit and stolen goods on online marketplaces (like Amazon), according to a 2020 Business Insider story about its formation. However, the big-box store's name wasn't listed on the coalition's website at the time of writing. Walmart's rep didn't respond to a request for comment.

Third-party sellers are typically easily identifiable by their titles, like Mall of Americ (sic), Emma's Market, busylittlebee, Delight Tech Electronics, and QuickNDeals. However, we've encountered one instance where an unauthorized seller was using the same name and branding as the real one on Amazon.

A third-party Amazon seller named "Issaquah Highlands Tech" was selling a Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 for $1,349.99 (with a free stylus) in March 2025. Skip it. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon The same Surface Laptop 7 configuration was $40 pricier when purchased directly from Amazon. We think it's worth it: It's still a great deal, and more importantly, you're not taking chances on such a big purchase. Credit: Screenshot: Amazon

This isn't to say that all third-party sellers are inherently malicious or scammy — looking at their reviews can be enlightening, usually. And for their parts, both retailers offer recourse if shoppers have issues with them. Amazon's A-to-z Guarantee and Walmart's Marketplace Promise both cover problems with delivery, item condition, returns, and refunds for items sold and fulfilled/shipped by third-party sellers. Both require an eligibility and claims process.

That said, we recommend avoiding third-party sellers entirely, even if you see one offering a lower price on an item that Amazon and/or Walmart also sells directly. Avoiding unnecessary hassle or risk is an excellent rule of thumb when your money's on the line.

A third-party Walmart seller named "Value Tech" was selling PlayStation 5 copies of "Madden NFL 25" for $31.96 in March 2025. That's a less risky buy than a $1,350 laptop, but we'd still skip it. Credit: Screenshot: Walmart

Put it this way: Would you feel better about buying an $800 Roomba directly from Amazon or someone who does business under the name "wacky jacky"? That's all we can really tell you about them: Their seller bio is also, succinctly, just "wacky jacky."

Stick with products that have "Ships from/Sold by Amazon.com" or "Sold and shipped by Walmart.com" labels underneath the "Add to cart" buttons on their listings. Walmart makes this easy by letting shoppers filter out third-party sellers from searches.

When the competition heats up: More insights about Prime Day and Black Friday deals

Amazon and Walmart both reliably drop their prices to new or year-round record lows during Prime sales and Cyber Weekend. (Again, Walmart typically hosts its own festivities alongside Prime events.) These events also seem to prompt them to get their acts together in categories that are normally dominated by third-party sellers, like laptops, and offer great deals of their own.

From our experience, these sales are also when both retailers do their most aggressive price-matching. If one retailer offers a huge discount on an item during a major savings event, it's normal for the same deal to pop up at its competitor in a matter of days — sometimes even hours. We see this a lot with Apple products, particularly AirPods, Apple Watches, and iPads.

Below, we share more granular insights on the way Amazon and Walmart approach deals during these sales that shoppers can use to strategize.

Prime events

Amazon religiously sticks to a 48-hour formula for its Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days sales, whereas Walmart's competing events normally last twice as long. 

That said, Amazon does offer a couple weeks of official "Early Prime (Big Deal) Day Deals" ahead of time, giving shoppers a chance to nab certain promotions before the chaos of the event. It also teases some of its top day-of deals in a press release ahead of time, though they come in the form of a discount range, not exact pricing. ("Save up to 50% on select floorcare from Bissell and iRobot," for example.) Shoppers can find deals across all departments during these sales, and new batches of them drop constantly, but there's an especially big focus on Amazon's own devices and services.

On the flip side, Walmart's anti-Prime event deals don't go live until its sales actually start. However, it usually previews some of its top offers in a press release well before then, and uses specific numbers — "Nintendo Switch Joy Con with Game for $69.00 (was $99.00)," for instance. You know exactly what you'll be paying ahead of time.

Black Friday

In recent years, Amazon and Walmart have both moved to kick off their Black Friday sales in early to mid-November. They both still save some of their deepest markdowns for the day of — that being the fourth Friday of the month — but shoppers are wise to comb those early deals in case they wind up selling out (or getting pricier) down the road. As with Prime events, both retailers preview these Black Friday deals in their own ways: Amazon teases its discounts as vague "up-to's," while Walmart names them as specific "before-and-afters."

Walmart takes a more structured approach to its Black Friday festivities, staggering its deals across several mini week-long events leading up to Black Friday proper, so shoppers also have a better idea of how long certain offers last. (They can stick around beyond that timeframe, but it's not guaranteed.) Some of its doorbusters pop up in Walmart stores a few days after launching online.

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Alternatively, Amazon simply starts its Black Friday season sale on a certain day and adds or removes deals whenever it feels like doing so. Sometimes they'll run the course of the whole event, sometimes they'll be gone in a day. It's more of a revolving-door approach.

On the off-chance that something you buy from Amazon or Walmart during their Black Friday sales gets cheaper there later, you won't be able to get a price adjustment — but you can take advantage of their extended return policies. In the past, eligible year-end purchases from either retailer have been returnable through January of the following year.

The bottom line: Where should you shop for the best deals?

To recap: We think Amazon is the place to shop if you want the most options, if you need help finding deals, and if you care about the quality and rarity of a discount. Walmart can also fit the bill for bargain hunters who are willing to do a little digging. Both retailers host huge savings events in the summer and before the holidays, which is when they bring their best deals to the table.

If you're already an Amazon Prime or Walmart+ member, you might be inclined to peruse the respective retailer's wares first. It might give you exclusive or early access to certain deals.

Ultimately, though, you're not doing yourself any favors by being loyal to a single retailer. One of the best ways to make sure you're getting the very best deal is by cross-checking prices across the web, comparing offers at Amazon, Walmart, and elsewhere… especially elsewhere. For what it's worth, we have a lot of luck at Best Buy when it comes to deals on big-ticket items like TVs and laptops — and it's not swarming with questionable third-party sellers. (Not yet, anyway.) Smart shoppers know all of their options.

For extra help finding the best, most up-to-date discounts on popular tech, consider bookmarking Mashable shopping experts' dedicated deals coverage. We only highlight the best deals we've personally vetted at Amazon, Walmart, and beyond.

Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart, Lead Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard, and Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino contributed to this story.