The 23 Best Early Black Friday Deals Handpicked by Our Experts

Money Deals and sales The 23 Best Early Black Friday Deals Handpicked by Our ExpertsPublished November 6, 2024 By Nathan Burrow

Nathan Burrow is an editor who covers shopping, retail trends, and deals. He has scanned countless sales and discounts. Most underwhelm.

I've covered Black Friday sales for Wirecutter since 2016, vetting hundreds of thousands of bombastic bargain claims and navigating seas of mediocre "blowout" TV deals.

And while the official date of this mega-event remains the day after Thanksgiving (November 29 this year), something else has become clear: The sale is growing in length. Early Black Friday discounts start weeks before the event, as early as October.

That ever-expanding sale dynamic makes it all the more important to take an informed approach. Knowing what you can cross off your list early and what things you should wait to buy has never been more difficult.

That's why we vet the pre-holiday sale prices of our expert-recommended gear so thoroughly. Below, we've highlighted only the best early Black Friday discounts on Wirecutter's picks, so you can square away your holiday shopping without fear of getting a bad price on a bad product.

Black+Decker 20V Max Dustbuster AdvancedClean+ Cordless Pet Hand Vacuum HHVK515JP07 If you have a fur baby, this is the handheld vac for you. The motorized brush makes pickup up pet hair a breeze, especially on upholstery, and the built-in extendable crevice tool reaches into nooks and crannies. Plus, it's got a large bin volume, great suction, and washable filters.

Buying Options$68 from

You save $12 (15%)

Other things to know: Charges in under three hours. Runs for up to 25 minutes. Comes with a two-year warranty. The first good deal we've seen in over a year.

Read more: The Best Handheld Vacuum

Lego Friends Advent Calendar 42637 This advent calendar is fun for both kids and adult fans of Lego, and a good alternative to sweets. Build instructions for each day's surprise are printed on the backs of the little doors. When finished, the collection is a menagerie of mini-figures in a festive holiday display.

Buying Options$21 from

You save $12 (36%)

$21 from

With store pickup

Other things to know: We recommend saving the instructions for future rebuilds. 272 pieces total. Select store pickup at Walmart to avoid shipping fees.

Read more: Our Favorite Advent Calendars

Belkin BoostCharge Plus 10K USB Power Bank Never search for a cord again when you need to charge your phone or tablet back up. This power bank is small, light, and easy to slip into a pocket, and it's got two built-in cables (USB-C and Lightning) for convenience so you don't need to carry extra supplies. It's powerful enough to quickly recharge most smartphones up to three times.

Buying Options$48 from

Use promo code

Other things to know: 19 watts tested input via USB-C PD to charge, 18 watts output, with a 10,0000 mAh. Doesn't come with a wall charger, or any other accessories. One of the priciest models we tested, but this deal is just below previous lows. Use code .

Read more: The Best Portable Chargers and Power Banks for Phones and Tablets

Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds Tiny and lightweight, these earbuds offer everything you could want from a wireless Bluetooth pair, without breaking the bank. Although they don't support voice assistants such as Siri and Alexa, they sound great, provide excellent noise cancellation, and have a long, 10-hour battery life.

Buying Options$44 from

With clipped on-page coupon (deal on black and white)

Other things to know: Does not support voice-activated assistants. IPX4 water-resistance. 18-month warranty. Limited touch controls. Clip the on-page coupon to get the deal price in blue and white.

Read more: The Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds

Google Nest Audio smart speaker (buy one, get one free) The best Google Nest smart speaker for streaming music is also our top pick for a Google smart-home assistant. It offers a noticeably richer audio experience than the smaller Google Nest speaker, and you can use a pair as a stereo set or use it with other Google speakers for multiroom audio.

Buying Options$100 from Best Buy (2-pack)

Add 2 to cart, BOGO free offer reflects in cart

Other things to know: On par with the Amazon Echo. Sound is good but nothing special. Just under 7 inches tall, with a slim, 3-inch base. Physical switch on the back turns the microphone off, and tap controls on either side control volume. Buy one speaker, get one free when adding a second one in cart.

Read more: The Best Google Home–Compatible Smart-Home Devices

Belkin BoostCharge USB-C to USB-C Power Cable Our top fast-charging USB-C–to–USB-C cable has a thin, woven cord that's flexible enough to let your phone rest comfortably on a nightstand or side table while charging. It's USB-IF certified and capable of fast-charging even for the latest 16-inch MacBook Pro.

Buying Options$13 from

Use promo code 30BELKINDEALS (6.6-foot)

Other things to know: Nylon weaving may fray a little. Two-year warranty. Not a great option for connecting external storage drives. Can't output video to external monitors. Deal is for a single 6.6-foot cable with code .

Read more: The Best USB-C Cables and Adapters

Ooni Koda 16 Gas Powered Pizza Oven Enjoy fast and delicious pizza this season with an outdoor oven that lights up with the turn of a dial. Not only is it spacious, but it can also bake an obscene number of pies on one tank of propane. It reached a maximum temperature of 890 °F during our tests and reliably outperformed all others we tried.

Buying Options$480 from King Arthur Baking Company

You save $120 (20%)

Other things to know: Also makes a great gift for dads , wedding registries , and more. An expensive, specialized cooking appliance. The best deal we've seen outside of occasional Costco sales.

Read more: The Best Pizza Oven

Cuisinart Power Advantage Plus 9-Speed Hand Mixer Want to knock out a bowl of frosting in seven minutes? This mixer is sturdy, effective, and dependable, especially for the price. It has a nice range of speeds and comes with several attachments that all store neatly in the incorporated snap-on case.

Buying Options$60 from

(deal on chrome or white)

Other things to know: We also recommend this as a gift for tweens . Overall not as powerful, feature-packed, or easy to use as our top pick. Deal on the chrome or white finish.

Read more: The Best Hand Mixer

Hisense U6N Series Google TV (55-Inch) Enjoy a brighter screen, better black levels, higher color saturation, and better gaming with this new model of our current inexpensive 4K TV pick. We've put it through testing, and will publish a new guide update soon.

Buying Options$350 from

With scheduled delivery

$350 from

You save $125 (26%)

$350 from Best Buy

You save $125 (26%)

Other things to know: One of only two 2024 budget TVs that meet our criteria. Deal price is for the 55-inch size. Scheduled delivery required at Amazon.

Read more: The Best 4K TV On a Budget

Hisense U8N Series LCD/LED TV (65-inch and 85-inch) Equipped with all the advanced technologies we look for, this TV delivers a great picture at a reasonable price. It runs on Google TV, our favorite smart-TV platform, and offers a 120 Hz refresh rate, low input lag, and dual HDMI 2.1 inputs, so it's great for gaming, too.

Buying Options$1800 from Best Buy (85-inch)

You save $200 (10%)

$900 from Best Buy

(65-inch)

$900 from

(65-inch)

Other things to know: As with most LCD TVs, you don't get the best horizontal viewing angles. Best for playing 4K HDR content. Doesn't do as good a job of upconverting lower-resolution video. Deals available on the 65-inch and 85-inch sizes.

Read more: The Best LCD/LED TV

Mixbook — 50% off LayFlat Photo Books We think this service offers the best book-building experience, with modern design options, color-accurate photo reproduction, great customer service, and a powerful app. Its image-uploading options are versatile, and its photo-editing tools are simple and efficient.

Buying Options$47 from

Use promo code WIREBOOK for 50% off LayFlat photo books, shipping varies by selection

Other things to know: Other photo book services offer more photo-editing tools. Use coupon code for 50% off LayFlat Photo Books. Pricing and shipping costs vary by selection. Not valid for 6-by-6 or softcover photo books.

Read more: The Best Photo Book Service

Mixbook — 50% off custom holiday photo cards The best holiday photo card service for creating cards from your phone also has some of the best photo-editing tools of any service we tested, plus a terrific app that streamlines ordering. Mixbook offers double-sided printing with no minimum order size, which is great for smaller sends.

Buying Options$52 from

Use promo code WIRECARD for 50% off cards

Other things to know: Fewer design options than with our top pick, but still an ample selection. Mixbook doesn't offer card mailing. Envelopes can be preaddressed for an additional fee. Use code to get 50% off your order (does not apply for magnets). Budget-shipping option is free.

Read more: The Best Holiday Photo Cards

Vornado UH200 Ultrasonic Humidifier If you need an ultrasonic humidifier for bigger spaces and consistent humidity, this model is for you. Equipped with an extra-large, 1.75-gallon tank and warm-mist capabilities, it self-regulates to prevent over-humidification.

Buying Options$150 from

You save $41 (21%)

Other things to know: Our former upgrade pick. Louder than our other ultrasonic picks. Requires less frequent refills. Five-year manufacturer warranty.

Read more: The Best Humidifier

Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum (Refurbished) Light, powerful, and easy to maneuver, this manufacturer-refurbished Dyson vacuum rivals more expensive models in suction, airflow, and cleaning power. It comes with multiple brushes and attachments to help you clean every nook and cranny, plus a washable filter. The 45-minute run time works well for most spaces.

Buying Options$350 from Woot (refurbished)

Free shipping for Prime members

Other things to know: Tiny, 12-ounce dustbin. Takes four hours to recharge. Doesn't stand on its own. Converts to handheld vacuum with attachments. Refurbished with a 180-day Dyson warranty. Not the absolute lowest price we've seen, but still a good deal. Free shipping for Prime members.

Read more: The Best Cordless Stick Vacuum

Embark Breed + Health Dog DNA Test Kit This dog-DNA test screens for more than 200 genetic health conditions and traits, analyzing twice as many genetic markers as the competition. It's based on a comprehensive database of more than 350 breeds, and Embark offers reliable customer service.

Buying Options$98 from Embark (breed ID test only)

Use promo code

$129 from

Use promo code WIRECUTTER

Other things to know: The company says its breed results are 95% to 99% accurate. There's no government oversight of the industry, however, so tests aren't independently verified. Embark doesn't disclose information without owner consent. Don't be surprised if you're drowning in emails after registering the kit online. Free shipping. Code applies for both the Breed + Health kit and the Breed ID kit.

Read more: The Best Dog DNA Test

AncestryDNA Test Kit

Exploring your roots has never been easier thanks to this DNA testing kit, which boasts the largest reported family-matching database we've seen. From the navigable interface and straightforward instructions to the thorough reports and test results, this service offers a truly seamless experience.

Buying Options$39 from

You save $51 (57%)

$39 from

You save $51 (57%)

Other things to know: The only service we tested that's limited to autosomal testing. Ancestry participates in biomedical research with both for-profit and nonprofit groups, but it shares anonymized data only with customers' explicit consent. All DNA test kits have privacy risks that you should take into account

Read more: The Best DNA Testing Kit

Sabai The Essential Sofa One of our favorite couches you can buy online, this compact sofa is made with recycling in mind: Many of its parts are replaceable and recyclable. We also love that its cushions remain plump and unworn after years of use. It's available in multiple configurations, fabrics, and colors.

Buying Options$1371 from

Use promo code WCSOFA for 20% off sitewide, price includes shipping

Other things to know: A low back and shallow seating may not be the comfiest for lounging. Deal price reflects sample configuration with included shipping cost. The Essential Sofa is made to order and ships within two to four weeks. Use code at checkout to get the deal price; the code also takes 20% off sitewide.

Read more: The Best Sofas You Can Buy Online

Werner FS106 6ft Type I Fiberglass Single Sided Step Ladder Get a jump on holiday-lights hanging and other projects with this well-built ladder that offers a 10-foot reach. It's from a reputable manufacturer, it makes a good choice if you prefer a more traditional stepladder, and it works with a number of buckets, trays, and hooks to hold tools and parts for your projects.

Buying Options$50 from Home Depot

You save $20 (29%)

$50 from Lowe's

With (delayed) store pickup

Other things to know: Doesn't have the wide top steps of our other stepladder picks. Max load capacity of 250 pounds. Accessories are all available for purchase separately. Select store pickup at Lowe's to avoid shipping fees.

Read more: The Best Ladders

Sephora Daily Brush Cleaner Liquid cleanser is the most efficient and effective for cleaning eye-area makeup brushes and brushes used with liquid makeup. Makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic told Wirecutter that this cleaner is particularly good for those with sensitive skin.

Buying Options$18 from Sephora (13.52-ounce)

Free Beauty Insider membership required, use promo code SAVINGS

Other things to know: Deal price is for the 13.52-ounce value size, which offers the lowest cost per ounce. , plus free shipping.

Read more: How to Clean Makeup Brushes

PureRelief XL King Size Heating Pad

Relieve aches, sooth cramps, and stay toasting with our longtime favorite heating pad. It quickly reaches and maintains desired temperatures, and is safety-certified with an auto-shutoff function. The grip-friendly controller with backlit display offers six heat settings, and the plush cover is machine-washable.

Buying Options$28 from

With clipped on-page coupon

Other things to know: Storage bag included. Cover requires gentler washing than others we tested. Five-year warranty. XL size is 12 by 24 inches. Recurring deal, but still a good price. Clip the on-page coupon.

Brondell Swash Thinline T44 Luxury Bidet Toilet Seat This luxurious bidet seat ooks great and is the slimmest option we recommend. It's got an instant hot-water system for which the power cord and water inlet are both tucked away at the rear of the bidet. We liked the Intuitive and attractive remote.

Buying Options$446 from

Use promo code SUPER

Other things to know: The nozzle's self-cleaning feature results in a slight delay. Use code to get the deal price for both the elongated and round seat styles. This is the lowest price we've seen so far.

Read more: The Best Bidet Toilet Seat or Washlet

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra This upgrad watch offers a big and bright screen, deep water resistance, a long-lasting battery, and more fitness-tracking features inside of a titanium case and sapphire crystal glass. It's a good choice for those who prefer a sizable display that won't need charging nightly.

Buying Options$483 from

(deal on titanium silver)

Read more: The Best Smartwatch for Android Phones

Apple Watch Ultra 2 (Black Titanium Case, Black Trail Loop) Best for triathletes, hikers, and divers, this upgrade Apple Watch offers advanced fitness-focused features, an ultra-loud built-in siren, and a huge screen—plus multi-day battery life. It's built with high precision dual-frequency GPS, and the depth app automatically launches when it's submerged.

Buying Options$722 from

(deal on black Trail Loop)

$680 from

(deal on indigo)

Read more: The Apple Watch Is the Best Smartwatch for iPhone Owners

Editor's note: The photo at the top of this may reflect previous deals that are no longer valid and have been removed. Check out our Deals page for more great discounts on Wirecutter's expert-approved picks.

This was edited by Janie Campbell and Nathan Burrow.

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Nathan Burrow is the senior deals editor at Wirecutter. He is an avid reader and a parent to a poorly behaved beagle mix. He resides in Kansas City (the Missouri one). He is a longtime content contributor for Wirecutter, and his work has also been featured in The New York Times.