I Shopped Amazon's Black Friday Sale Early and Found the 100+ Best Deals

You can beat the rush and get a head start on Black Friday sale shopping from the comfort of home — and all before Thanksgiving pie is served.

Amazon dropped thousands of Black Friday deals on Thanksgiving in its sale section , and discounts are up to 79 percent off. Its huge Black Friday 2023 sale, which ends Friday night, spans home, electronics, beauty, fashion, toys, and more. Shoppers can get epic television deals, big discounts on laptops and tablets, markdowns on furniture, and vacuum savings aplenty. And popular holiday gifts, like Apple AirPods Pro, Roomba robot vacuums, and Yankee Candles, may move fast.

Top Amazon Black Friday Deals

As one of PEOPLE’s Amazon shopping editors , I study the online store nearly every day of the year, so I know how to find the best offers. And leading up to Black Friday, I reviewed droves of deals to compile the best ones from every category. Among these sales, there are reader-loved products (I’m looking at you, Crest 3D Whitestrips ), top name brands like Le Creuset and Dyson, hot holiday gifts, celebrity favorites (hello, Oprah!) and more. And many of these are likely to sell out before the day is over.

One of the most coveted gifts of 2023 will be Apple AirPods Pro . These top-rated wireless earbuds are popular year-round, but they’re always in high demand ahead of the holidays, and now is one of the best times of the year to buy them. They’re marked down to one of their lowest prices ever, and I don’t expect them to be in stock for very long.

Apple AirPods Pro (Second Generation)

Since getting my own pair , I’ve used the headphones every day while doing things like commuting to the office, working out, and walking around my neighborhood. I like toggling between the impressive noise cancellation mode, which is two times stronger than their predecessor, and transparency mode depending on my activity. And while they’re not cheap, their sound quality, comfort, and overall value make them a worthy investment. They’re my most used electronics purchase ever.

Yankee Candles’ array of giftable glass candles are another Amazon find that may move quickly on Thanksgiving. PEOPLE readers purchased tons of these during Prime Day, and I’m planning to grab a few for my family members and friends while they’re marked down. There are plenty of scents, ranging from classic French Vanilla to seasonal Balsam and Cedar , that are sure to delight even the pickiest of recipients.

Yankee Candle Balsam Cedar Scented Glass Candle

Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device with 227,000 five-star ratings is another Black Friday deal that’s likely to be in demand. The smart home device is always one of the retailer’s top-selling Black Friday deals. It makes for a great under-$25 gift for anyone who loves to stream shows and movies at home. I’ve gifted one to nearly everyone in my family, and it’s always been well received.

Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device

There are plenty of amazing Black Friday deals that are now live at Amazon. Head there to browse the assortment, or shop all of the best offers below. Deals will expire once Black Friday is over, and many are at risk of selling out before one of the biggest shopping days of the year ends.

Best Amazon Black Friday Apple Deals

Some of the absolute best Black Friday deals apply to Apple tech. It’s one of the rare times of the year when you can score savings on almost everything from the renowned brand: AirPods, iPads, Apple Watches, AirTags, and accessories.

Apple Watches, including the highly-reviewed Series 8 , the brand new Series 9 , and the more affordable SE , are on sale. They’re a great gift for anyone who geeks out over gadgets or wants to track their activity. And you can’t go wrong with a handy Apple AirTag , which makes it easy to keep tabs on your tech, valuables, luggage, and even your pet.

Best Amazon Black Friday Vacuum Deals

If you need a new vacuum, now’s the time to get one: Some of the best models are on sale. Popular brands like iRobot Roomba, Shark, Dyson, and Black+Decker are offering big discounts on their robot, upright, cordless stick, and handheld vacuum cleaners.

And if you’re after a thoughtful holiday gift, consider one of the many robot vacuum cleaners on sale today, like iRobot Roomba’s top-rated 692 automatic cleaner with 52,000 five-star ratings. This gadget is perfect for anyone who would appreciate some extra help around the house.

Best Amazon Black Friday Home Deals

Amazon’s Black Friday sale includes furniture, cleaning tools, decor, bedding, holiday decorations, and more from its home department. The wildly popular Bissell Little Green portable carpet and upholstery cleaner is marked down again after selling out during Prime Day, and popular air purifiers from Dyson and Levoit are going for less.

And if you’re looking for an affordable upgrade that can make a big impact, check out Yankee Candle’s array of popular scents. An affordable holiday gift, these shopper-loved candles will fill your home with the best smells of the season.

Best Amazon Black Friday Electronic Deals

Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to invest in electronics and tech. It’s a great time to splurge on a new big-screen television, a sleek laptop, or high-end headphones from brands like Samsung, Microsoft, Beats, and Bose.

And for those looking to spend less, there are plenty of impressive pieces that won’t cost you more than $50. Case in point: Kasa’s set of four smart plugs . These clever outlet plugs transform any ordinary electronic into a smart one when you sync it to the brand’s app on your phone.

Best Amazon Black Friday Device Deals

Amazon dropped dozens of deals on its vast array of smart home devices, including the reviewer-loved Echo Dot smart speaker, Fire TV Stick streaming device, and Kindle. These are some of the lowest prices shoppers will find all year, making it a great time to get several for yourself and others.

The Amazon smart plug with 455,000 five-star ratings is marked down to just $15, and it’s a sweet stocking stuffer for those looking to upgrade traditional electronics around their home.

Best Amazon Black Friday Kitchen Deals

Great holiday gifts and entertaining essentials are on sale in Amazon’s kitchen department for Black Friday. Get cookie sheets, digital meat thermometers, slow cookers, pot and pan sets, and more to ensure your kitchen is ready for holiday feasts.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful kitchen present, you can’t go wrong with a time-saving coffee maker, like Keurig’s K-Mini Single Serve or Nespresso’s Vertuo Next . Both have rave reviews from Amazon shoppers.

Best Amazon Black Friday Clothing and Fashion Deals

Now’s the time to get everything you may need for winter: comfy sweatshirts, cozy sweaters, warm coats, and fuzzy slippers. Everyday staples, like Warner’s bras and high-waisted leggings, are on sale today too.

Shopper-loved Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda high-rise jeans come with the steepest discount of the bunch — they’re up to 76 percent off. The now-$11 pants have earned 56,000 five-star ratings, so the fashion find may sell out quickly.

Best Amazon Black Friday Beauty Deals

Many of Amazon’s best-selling beauty products are included in its huge Black Friday sale. Hair tools, like the Revlon One-Step Volumizer hair dryer brush, are going for some of their lowest prices all year, as are skincare gadgets, like the Solawave wand. And no matter who you’re holiday shopping for, they’re sure to appreciate a new toothbrush, like the deep-cleaning Aquasonic Black Series electric toothbrush with 80,000 five-star ratings.

Best Amazon Black Friday Toy Deals

Beloved toys for kids (and kids at heart) are on sale this Black Friday. All kinds of Lego gifts come with discounts, including Star Wars and Harry Potter sets, and the brand’s Icons line is going for as little as $40. Or liven up your next family game night with gifts like Hasbro’s Jenga , the Catan adventure board game , or Hedbanz picture-guessing board game .

Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner