Another Prime Day is just around the corner. Amazon’s great promotional days The event, sometimes called October Prime Day, kicks off on October 8 and 9, but we’re rounding up all the early deals we can spot ahead of those two trading days.
Also: The best October Prime Day deals you can buy right now
Whether you’re looking to score points tabletsecurity cameras or small household items or just feeling bored and wanting to shop for nothing in particular, I’ve rounded up some notable deals you can buy today for under 100 dollars.
When choosing these deals, I thought about which products are worth getting into, based on customer reviews, the substance of the deal, and whether the product is something ZDNET has tested itself or not. Below you’ll find deals on security cameras, headphones and earbuds, and even some home appliances.
Our favorite Amazon Prime Day early October deals under $100
Early Prime Day security camera deals: Ring, Blink and Wyze
- Outdoor security camera flashing for $100 (save $75): Looking for a new security camera to monitor your home while you’re away? This one is currently on sale for $75 with 23,000 reviews on Amazon. Customers say it is a sturdy and durable camera.
- Wyze security cameras for $20 (save $10): This security camera is suitable for both indoor and outdoor surveillance. \
- Ring the camera in the house for $30 (save $30): Want to protect your small business or home? This indoor camera has 1080p HD video and color night vision to see what’s going on even in the middle of the night.
- Digital camera for $40 (save $14): How do you always look better when you take photos on your old camera? I’m always on the hunt for a cheap camera so I can take photos (it’s not my iPhone, which sometimes yields overly high quality photos).
Early Prime Day tablet deals: Amazon Fire models
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet for $60 (save $70): Maybe you’re looking to buy an e-reader like a Kindle but don’t want to spend Kindle-level money. This Amazon Fire tablet connects to the Kindle app, so you can access your favorite novels, but you can also stream your favorite shows, check email, and do currently search on Google.
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet for $95 (save $85): This colorful tablet comes protected in a sturdy child-resistant case that keeps your tablet intact and your games and the show keeps running even when parenting becomes overwhelming. Tablet for children from 3 to 7 years old.
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro Tabletfor $90 (save $60): Kids Pro tablet for kids 6 to 12 years old. You’ll get age-appropriate content on this tablet and it comes with a carrying case.
Early Prime Day audio deals under $100, JBL speakers, Sony headphones, more
- JBL Flip 5 speaker for $90 (save $10): Take this portable, waterproof speaker to the beach or play it during your mini fall picnic in the park.
- JBL Clip 5 portable speaker for $70 (save $10): This speaker is highly portable, with a clip that you can attach to your belt loop (as I’ve seen many subway passengers blasting music from their own speakers do).
- Soundcore P20i wireless headphones for $20 (save $20): Customers say the quality of these headphones far exceeds their price.
- Soundcore Q30 headphones for $80 (save 20% with coupon): Soundcore is known for making affordable audio products. The bottom line is: Soundcore products don’t look cheap. Customers say these headphones have exceeded their expectations.
- Sony WH-CH720NB for $100 (save $48): Sony’s headphones usually cost a few hundred dollars, but these budget headphones are only $100 and right now they’re $48 off original price. Expect great sound (since this is a Sony product) and a style that’s comfortable for all-day wear.
- Sony WF-C700N earbuds for $85 (save $35): These headphones have Sony’s signature sound and IPX4 water resistance, so you can run in the rain or sweat a lot without worry. Worry about water damage.
Early Prime Day home and office deals under $100: Nespresso coffee, air fryer, more
- Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine for $100 (save $50): Upgrade your latte with this espresso machine from Nespresso now just $100. Unfortunately, a milk foam is not included.
- Dreo space heater for $75: Near you, the weather may still be mild, but wait a few weeks for it to cool. If you want to avoid the impending cold, buy this space heater.
- Orange and purple Halloween string lights for $17 (save $7): Get into the spooky spirit with these Halloween-themed lights for indoor or outdoor decor.
- HP DeskJet 4255e wireless printer for $70 (save $30): If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on a printer, this one is only $60 and is said to be easy to set up and use. However, some Amazon customers report connection issues, so keep that in mind before buying.
- Cosori oil-free fryer for $90 (save $30): If you’re sick of turning on the oven to cook fries and veggies, buy an air fryer instead. You can do everything from grilling, grilling, frying, frying, etc. with this Cosori 9-in-1 kitchen appliance.
Early Prime Day tech accessory deals
Early Prime Day healthcare tech deals
- Handheld massage gun for $28 (save $32): If the Theragun massage gun is too expensive for your budget, consider this highly rated massage gun instead.
Whether you want a portable device for reading on the go, streaming, emailing, or surfing social media, the Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is your new best friend. The tablet comes in black or denim and has a 13-hour battery life.
- Current price: $17
- Original price: 24$
Up your Halloween decoration game this year with purple and orange decorative lights that you can hang outdoors. They run on solar power so you don’t have to worry about plugging in or recharging. Customize the light’s flashing frequency, duration, and more. The bulb is waterproof and appears to be shatterproof, but we haven’t tested it so we can’t confirm.
- Current price: $20
- Original price: 40$
Headphones can be extremely expensive, and before you know it, you could be spending over $100 on a pair of headphones on the bus or having water damage in the washing machine. If you’re someone who often misplaces your headphones, you probably don’t want to spend a lot of money on a pair of headphones that will get lost after a few months. Then again, why settle for cheap, mid-range sound quality in the meantime? These Soundcore earbuds hit both ends of the price-quality spectrum, with sound that Amazon reviewers love and a price that won’t drive anyone crazy.
Frequently asked questions
When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
Amazon’s October Prime Day takes place on October 8 and 9, although you can expect some products to be discounted a few days before and after the sale event.
Are products actually cheaper on Prime Day?
The short answer is: it depends. The long answer is that brands will decide how much they want to discount their products, based on demand and availability. Sometimes they will increase prices before Prime Day to make the discounts look more appealing than they really are. But sometimes you will see products discounted much lower than the original price. When we see a good or rare deal on a favorite tech item, whether it’s AirPods or a TV, we try to highlight it through our Prime Day coverage. We’ll also do our best to tell you whether something is worth your money based on our experience with the product and customer reviews.
How did we pick these October Prime Day deals?
ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we want, need, or recommend. Our experts searched for deals that were at least 20% off (or almost never discounted), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether they were worth the price. Whether the offer is actually discounted and how often.
We also looked at customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who have owned and used the deals we recommend. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to give you the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.
