Live updates: The absolute best October Prime Day deals, hand-picked by a shopping reporter

It’s officially your last chance to shop October Prime Day (technically called Prime Big Deal Days). The sale ends tonight, October 7, but there’s still plenty of time for Prime members to get discounts across categories. Some of the top newly added day two deals also happen to be at their lowest price ever.

I frequently cover shopping events like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday as a reporter for NBC Selected, so I know how to find deals that are actually worth buying. I spent weeks combing through thousands of discounts to find the best October Prime Day deals — each one I recommend below is highly rated and 20 percent off or more, as well as at its lowest price in at least three months. I’m updating this list live throughout Prime Big Deal Days with my editor-approved picks, so save the link and check back in often.

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  Best household basics deal

  $11.53

  $17.50

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  Best tech deal

  $179.00

  $249.00

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  Best wellness deal

  $34.99

  $45.99

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  Best home deal

  $129.99

  $179.99

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Premier Protein’s shakes are ideal for snacking on the go. Each one has 30 grams of protein, no added sugar and 160 calories, according to the brand, plus they’re gluten-free. They come in over a dozen creamy flavors, like chocolate, vanilla, cookies and cream, cafe latte and pumpkin spice, almost all of which are currently on sale.

I’m very picky about dish soap because I don’t have a dishwasher, and out of all the options I’ve tested, Dawn Powerwash Spray is hands-down the best one. It easily removes dirt and grime from my dishes without pre-soaking, and it leaves them literally sparkling. Also, since the soap works without water, I don’t turn my faucet on until I’m ready to rinse. Beyond washing dishes, you can use Dawn’s spray on laundry stains, kitchen surfaces, appliances and grills, according to the brand. This starter kit comes with four bottles of liquid and one reusable sprayer head.

This robot vacuum suctions up dirt and debris, and it has a built-in mop that scrubs floors to leave them shiny. It’s designed with sensors that map your home to detect and avoid obstacles, and it connects to the Roomba Home app so you can select cleaning modes, create cleaning schedules, adjust suction level and more. You can also set keep-out and no-mop zones where needed, like on area rugs. The appliance comes with a charging dock, reusable microfiber mopping pad and edge sweeping brush.

I’ve beat up my Samsonite luggage while traveling over the years, but it still works perfectly, looks great and, perhaps most importantly, fits all my stuff. You get a matching expandable carry-on and checked bag with this set, both of which are lightweight and made with hard, protective exteriors. The suitcases have spacious interiors with elastic straps, a divider and a pouch for organization, plus they’re designed with smoothly gliding wheels, a built-in ID tag, a height-adjustable handle and a TSA-approved lock.

Never worry about a dead phone or earbuds again with Anker’s Nano Power Bank, which has a built-in folding USB-C connector, eliminating the need for a cable. It fits in the palm of your hand and weighs 3.5 ounces, so you can put it in any bag or even your pocket. The Nano comes with a charging cable when you need to refill its battery, or you can connect it directly to a block.

The most boring essentials on your shopping list are often the best deals to take advantage of during Prime Big Deal Days — you’ll need to restock eventually, so you might as well do it when items are discounted. Cascade’s dishwasher pods are a perfect example. They come in a pack of 62, and with the discount applied, you’re only paying about 0.28 per pod. Each one has soap inside that gets rid of grease and food residue, and it cleans your dishwasher’s filter, too.

Once you connect devices like lamps, fans and small kitchen appliances to the Amazon Smart Plug, you can control them through an app or via voice commands. The app also lets you set timers, schedules and routines — for example, I connect my Christmas lights to this smart plug and create a schedule for them so they turn on at 10 a.m. and turn off at 10 p.m. The plug is compact to keep your second outlet free.

I rely on this corded vacuum to get rid of dirt, dust and hair on hard floors and carpets in my three-pet home. It has powerful suction, a multi-stage washable HEPA filter to trap allergens and a swivel steering system that makes it easy to navigate. My favorite part of the vacuum is the detachable pod, which I carry around my home and use the extended reach tool to clean above door frames, under furniture and on stairs. Interchangeable wide upholstery and crevice attachments for the extended reach tool are included.

Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 made our list of the best earbuds, and I use mine every day while listening to music on runs, taking calls and blocking out noisy city streets. They’re comfortable and secure in my ears even when I get sweaty — they come with five interchangeable ear tips so you can find the right fit. The AirPods have three listening modes, including active noise cancellation, hours of battery life with the included charging case and advanced features like heart rate sensing during workouts, hearing aid mode and live language translation.

Exfoliating with Medicube’s Zero Pore Pads every other night has transformed my skin in the past year. The pads are soaked in a serum made with AHAs and BHAs, ingredients that have made my skin noticeably softer, smoother and clearer. There’s two sides to the pads: you use the textured one first to remove dead skin cells, then the soft one to soothe. The pads come with a tweezer, preventing you from touching those inside the container with dirty hands.

If you’re not a fan of thread floss or floss pickers, using a water flosser is another way to get rid of plaque. This one is a NBC Selected Wellness Award winner with three pressure settings and a rechargeable battery that lasts up to four weeks, according to the brand. It comes with four interchangeable tips that rotate 360 degrees, letting you reach all parts of your mouth, and the built-in reservoir on its handle holds enough water for a 45-second clean.

We named the Paperwhite Amazon’s best Kindle because of its extra-long battery life that lasts up to 12 weeks. It also has a front light that automatically adjusts depending on your environment, helping you see the glare-free screen clearly. The Kindle Paperwhite is water-resistant, and you can charge it via the USB-C port or wirelessly with a charging dock that’s sold separately.

Take LifeStraw’s Personal Water Filter on hikes and camping trips, or put it in your emergency kit. You use it like a straw, and its built-in filter removes over 99 percent of bacteria, parasites and microplastics from water, according to the brand. You can use it to filter up to 1,000 gallons of water before needing a new one.

These trash bags are multi-layered and slightly stretchy to prevent leaks and rips while you fill them to the brim, and they have a drawstring closure to keep everything inside once full. They’re also made with baking soda and added fragrance to neutralize odors. You get 80 13-gallon bags in this pack.

I always buy batteries when they’re on sale so I never run out at home. This pack comes with 24 AAs and 24 AAAs, and they last for up to 10 years in storage, according to the brand.

These Tide Pods don’t just clean clothes. The detergent inside each one also fights odors, pre-treats and removes stains, protects colors and boosts scents, according to the brand. I use them for all my laundry, including sweaty workout clothes and my pets’ beds, and I’ve never had an issue with them not dissolving, even in cold water. You get 63 Tide Pods in this pack, which come in a resealable container.

The dual-sided Scrub Mommy is the only sponge I buy. Its scrubber side is soft in warm water yet firm in cold water to get rid of stuck-on grime, while its sponge side is always soft and highly absorbent to create suds. The circular sponges are easy to hold, and the smiley face in the center is purposeful: You can put your fingers in the eyes for a secure grip and put utensils through the mouth to wipe them down. The Scrub Mommy is odor-resistant, scratch-free and dishwasher-safe.

This moisturizer is formulated with ingredients like collagen peptides, niacinamide and vitamin B5 to strengthen the skin barrier, add hydration and improve the appearance of wrinkles so your skin is smoother and firmer over time, according to the brand. You can use it in the morning and at night, plus it’s fragrance-free.

I wear these under eye patches almost every day to depuff the area under my eyes before putting on my makeup or after taking it off. They’re made from a cooling gel material and soaked in serum made from ingredients to target different concerns, like vitamin C for brightening and peptides for moisturizing. The masks come individually packed, and this set comes with 18 pairs across six types: brightening, restoring, firming, illuminating, energizing and moisturizing.

Colgate’s toothpaste is made with 5 percent hydrogen peroxide, a bleaching ingredient that helps remove stains from teeth and make your smile less yellow. There’s also cavity-fighting fluoride in its formula. The minty whitening toothpaste is safe for daily use and doesn’t cause tooth sensitivity, according to the brand.

When you leave this sheet mask on for three to four hours, or overnight, it turns transparent as your skin absorbs the serum it’s soaked in. It’s made with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to hydrate, refine enlarged pores, improve skin elasticity, brighten tone and smooth fine lines and wrinkles, according to the brand. You get four masks in this pack, and they’re each individually wrapped.

Out of all the teeth whitening strips I’ve tested, Crest’s are the most effective and easiest to apply, plus they’re comfortable and stay in place — they’re so thin that I can have full conversations while wearing them. Each strip is coated in hydrogen peroxide, a bleaching ingredient that removes stains and brightens your smile, according to the brand. You get enough strips for 22 45-minute treatments with this pack.

Laneige’s lip balm gives my lips a sheer tint and a glossy finish while moisturizing them with ingredients like shea and murumuru seed butters. It keeps my lips softer throughout the day and feels lightweight. I wear it on its own, and I often layer it over matte lipstick.

Amika’s dry shampoo came highly recommended to us by numerous hair stylists. They say the rice starch in its formula effectively absorbs moisture from the scalp and reduces odors to extend time between washes, while sea buckthorn berry nourishes the hair. It also blends into hair easily, is lightweight and adds volume and body.

The internet-famous Shark DePuffi is currently on sale for the first time ever, so don’t wait any longer to get your hands on it. The skin care device has six customizable temperatures that go from cold to hot, and it’s made with a gua sha-inspired edge — as you massage it along your face and neck to encourage lymphatic flow, it depuffs, sculpts and temporarily relieves muscle tension, according to the brand. You get a travel case and charger with your purchase.

Prepare for the cozy season ahead by adding Ugg’s faux fur blanket to your couch or bed. It’s double-sided, so it feels soft against your skin no matter how you use it, and it’s roomy enough for two people to share. While Ugg recommends dry cleaning the blanket, you can also machine wash it on cold, according to the brand.

The Casper Sleep Original Pillow is a NBC Selected staff-favorite product, and many of us rest our heads on it every night. It’s stuffed with a down alternative material, has a breathable cotton cover and gets its medium-soft feel from a two-layer design: the inner layer is firmer to offer support, while outer layer is plush for extra comfort. The pillow is machine-washable and clump-resistant.

I firmly believe that every home should have a Bissell Little Green machine due to how many times mine has saved carpets and upholstered furniture that would have otherwise been unsalvageable. You fill one of the tanks with a cleaning solution and use the nozzle to spray the mess, scrub it and suction it up. The dirty solution goes into a separate tank, which you remove when you’re done to pour the liquid down the drain. The appliance comes with a self-cleaning attachment, a stain tool, a crevice tool and cleaning solution concentrate.

Hoto’s rechargeable electric screwdriver helps you build and fix stuff at home (or on the go) much faster than a standard tool. It comes with 25 interchangeable bits, and it has three adjustable torque settings and a built-in LED light to provide clear visibility. The screwdriver comes with a case to keep all the pieces organized.

I’ve never met a kid who doesn’t love Magna-Tiles, and if I’m being honest, I enjoy using them, too. This set comes with 70 magnetic blocks in a rainbow of colors and different shapes like rectangles, triangles and squares. In addition to letting kids be creative while building, the brand says the blocks help with hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

These were one of my best purchases during last year’s Prime Big Deal Days. Their ribbed silicone exterior helps me grip hot pots and pans, and they’re heat-resistant up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the brand. The material is also water-resistant, so I don’t worry about spills or splashes. The inside of the mitts are lined with cotton, making them soft against my skin.

You can make your own fresh popcorn at home with this kitchen gadget. Use the built-in measuring cup on the lid to portion out kernels, pour them into the popper and microwave it for about three minutes. You can also put butter on the lid, which has holes that let it melt onto the popcorn. Plus, once your snack is done cooking, you can use the popper as a serving bowl.

I traded disposable plastic bags for Stasher’s reusable silicone bags years ago. I use them every day to pack my lunch and store ingredients at home. The bags have air-tight, leak-free seals, and they’re freezer-, microwave-, dishwasher- and oven-safe up to 425 degrees Fahrenheit, according Stasher. You can also use them for sous-vide cooking, as well as write on them with dry-erase markers for easy labeling. This pack comes with four bags in different sizes: snack, sandwich, stand-up mid and 2-cup bowl.

This single-serve coffee maker brews an 8-, 10- or 12-ounce cup in less than a minute. It has a strong brew setting if you like your coffee extra flavorful, and it’s designed with a 42-ounce removable water reservoir that’s easy to refill. The machine is compact, making it ideal for small spaces, and you can remove the drip tray to fit tall travel mugs.

You can monitor visitors and deliveries at all times with Blink’s video doorbell. It connects to the brand’s app, letting you livestream head-to-toe video (including in night vision) and audio, as well as speak to people. The doorbell runs on two AA batteries, comes with a mounting kit and you can install it wire-free. There’s also a Blink subscription available for an additional fee, which gives you access to features like in-app person detection and motion-activated notifications.

Turn any TV into a smart TV with Amazon’s Fire Stick, which you simply plug into an HDMI port to use. It lets you stream entertainment from your favorite platforms and watch live TV in HD. The Fire Stick comes with a remote that lets you control the TV via buttons or voice commands. It’s also compact so it won’t block other ports.

Best October Prime Day sales

Here are the best Prime Big Deal Days sales to know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below.

1. Up to 28% off Lysol cleaning supplies
2. Up to 38% off Swiffer dusters, WetJet and other cleaning supplies
3. Up to 36% off Seventh Generation cleaning supplies
4. Up to 36% off Arm & Hammer cleaning supplies, pet supplies and more
5. Up to 53% off Touchland hand sanitizer
6. Up to 35% off Blueland cleaning supplies
7. Up to 33% off Miss Mouth’s stain removers
8. Up to 25% off Gain laundry detergents
9. Up to 20% off Cottonelle toilet paper and wipes
10. Up to 33% off Mucinex cold and flu products
11. Up to 31% off Earth Rated Dog Poop bags and more
12. Up to 38% off Pampers products

1. Up to 55% off Hero Cosmetics skin care
2. Up to 51% off Medicube skin care
3. Up to 43% off Biodance skin care
4. Up to 55% off Tarte skin care and makeup
5. Up to 38% off Neutrogena skin care and makeup
6. Up to 30% off Paula’s Choice skin care
7. Up to 30% off Nutralfol topicals and supplements
8. Up to 33% off Olaplex hair care
9. Up to 20% off Salt & Stone body and skin care
10. Up to 50% off Olay body and skin care
11. Up to 36% off La Roche-Posay skin care
12. Up to 20% off L’Occitance skin and body care
13. Up to 30% off Clinique skin care and makeup
14. Up to 20% off Colorescience skin care and makeup
15. Up to 60% off Laura Geller skin care and makeup
16. Up to 59% off Loops skin care
17. Up to 40% off Wella hair care
18. Up to 43% off Shark hair stylers
19. Up to 43% off Flamingo shaving products
20. Up to 40% off Dae hair care products
21. Up to 42% off Avène skin care products
22. Up to 30% off Babe Originals lash serums
23. Up to 53% off Sol de Janeiro body care
24. Up to 20% off Teleties hair ties
25. Up to 50% off Kitsch hair products, tools, and accessories
26. Up to 28% off Phlur fragrances
27. Up to 36% off Bondiboost hair care
28. 26% off the e.l.f. Glossy Lip Stain
29. Up to 30% off Jack Black mens body care

1. Up to 67% off Ring home security devices
2. Up to 58% off the Tonie Box and accessories
3. Up to 60% off Amazon devices from Echo, Kindle, Fire and more
4. Up to 50% off Beats headphones, speakers and more
5. Up to 43% off Belkin tech accessories and chargers
6. Up to 42% off Apple devices
7. Up to 40% off Tile trackers
8. Up to 31% off Shokz headphones
9. Up to 29% off Anker devices
10. Up to 20% off Hatch sunrise alarm clocks and sound machines
11. Up to 53% off Bose headphones and speakers
12. Up to 32% off Sonos soundbars, headphones and more
13. 20% off the Aura Digital HD Picture Frame
14. Up to 45% off Govee lighting
15. Up to 51% off Samsung tech
16. Up to 62% off JBL headphones, speakers and more
17. Up to 53% off Marshall headphones, speakers and soundbars
18. Up to 21% off Fujifilm instant cameras
19. Up to 40% off Otterbox tech accessories
20. Up to 54% off Twelve South chargers and other accessories
21. Up to 52% off Canon cameras, printers, and more

1. Up to 61% off Eufy robot vacuums, outdoor lights and more
2. Up to 55% off DeWalt tools and home improvement supplies
3. Up to 57% off Roborock vacuums, automatic lawn mowers and more
4. Up to 57% off Yankee Candles
5. Up to 53% off iRobot robot vacuums and mops
6. Up to 47% off Bissell floor cleaners
7. Up to 51% off Boy Smells home fragrance products
8. Up to 38% off Levoit vacuums and air purifiers
9. Up to 42% off Coway air purifiers
10. Up to 34% off Casper pillows and bedding
11. Up to 30% off Dyson vacuums and air purifiers
12. Up to 30% off Purple pillows, bedding and more
13. Up to 50% off Tineco vacuums and floor cleaners
14. 7% off Wowbox Bed Sheet Organizers
15. Up to 52% off Canopy humidifiers, filtered showerheads and more
16. Up to 35% off Rest bedding
17. Up to 41% off Black+Decker tools and home appliances
18. Up to 41% off Glade home fragrance products and refills
19. Up to 20% off Molly’s Suds laundry detergent and laundry products
20. Up to 53% off Barefoot Dreams robes
21. Up to 20% off Stakt fitness gear
22. Up to 55% off Play-Doh sets
23. 44% off the Ugg Whitecap Throw Blanket

1. Up to 52% off Keurig coffee makers and coffee pods
2. Up to 50% off HexClad cookware, knives and more
3. Up to 43% off Yeti drinkware, coolers and more
4. Up to 40% off KitchenAid appliances
5. Up to 35% off Ninja appliances
6. Up to 35% off Caraway cookware
7. Up to 20% off All-Clad cookware
8. Up to 39% off Rubbermaid containers and food storage
9. Up to 29% off Breville appliances
10. Up to 53% off Our Place cookware and appliances
11. Up to 20% off Fellow electric kettles, coffee machines and grinders
12. Up to 41% off Vitamix kitchen appliances
13. Up to 44% off Carote cookware and knife sets
14. Up to 47% off Lodge cookware
15. Up to 20% off BruMate drinkware
16. Up to 35% off Caraway cookware
17. Up to 37% off Owala water bottles
18. Up to 50% off Sodastream products
19. Up to 37% off Hamilton Beach kitchen appliances and more
20. Up to 52% off Stanley tumblers
21. Up to 47% off Kitchen Mama can openers and other tools
22. Up to 50% off De’Longhi espresso machines

1. Up to 41% off Olipop prebiotic soda
2. Up to 39% off Bloom drinks and powders
3. Up to 39% off Celsius drinks and powders
4. Up to 29% off Peet’s Coffee
5. Up to 30% off Orgain protein powder, shakes and more
6. Up to 27% off La Colombe coffee
7. Up to 25% off Kind bars
8. Up to 20% off Javvy protein creamer and refreshers
9. Up to 20% off David Protein Bars
10. Up to 30% off Core Power Fairlife protein shakes
11. Up to 46% off Lavazza coffee
12. 38% off the Poppi Prebiotic Soda Fall for Flavor Variety Pack

Best sales at other retailers

1. Best Buy: My Best Buy members can save on on electronics during Best Buy’s Techtober event
2. Dick’s Sporting Goods: Up to 50% off select products during the 3 Days of Savings sale through Oct. 7
3. Home Depot: Up to 40% off select online bath products during the Bath Savings Event
4. Macy’s: Up to 60% off select products during Macy’s Star Deals Week
5. Target: Target Circle and Target Circle 360 members get exclusive deals during Target Circle Week through Oct. 7
6. Walmart: Save on deals across categories during Walmart Deal Days through Oct. 11
7. Wayfair: Up to 50% off furniture during The Big Furniture Sale

Prime Big Deal Days historically offers Prime members some of the lowest prices of the year across categories, and these limited-time deals only last through today, October 7. All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Selected’s previous reporting. I prioritized including award-winning products and those our team has tested.

I evaluated the quality of these deals by running them through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel, and I only included those that:

• Are at their lowest price in at least three months
• Are 20% off or more
• Are highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of customers on Amazon

Frequently asked questions

October Prime Day ends at 11:59 p.m. PT on October 7 — that’s October 8 at 2:59 a.m. ET, 1:59 a.m. CT and 12:59 a.m. MT.

Amazon doesn’t have a Prime Day-specific return policy. You can return most Amazon purchases within 30 days of delivery and get your money back as long as they’re in original or unused condition. There are exceptions, however, so read the fine print before buying anything.

The best deals on October Prime Day usually center around Amazon-owned technology like Echo, Fire, Blink and Ring devices, small home and kitchen appliances, beauty products, household basics and groceries. Additionally, because this sale is in the fall, it unofficially kicks off the holiday shopping season, so brands discount popular gifts like gift cards and toys, as well as Advent calendars and themed decor. You’ll also be able to shop Amazon’s Lightning Deals during the event: They’re lucrative flash sales that give shoppers a short window to purchase limited quantities of specific products.

Products across all categories are generally cheaper on October Prime Day, with many brands discounting products by over 20 percent. Prices on tech, household essentials and groceries, small home and kitchen appliances, beauty products, giftable items and holiday decor tend to drop the most overall.

Yes, October Prime Day is actually worth it, so long as you shop strategically. The sale offers some of the lowest prices of the year on products across categories, giving you a chance to start shopping for holiday gifts, upgrade outdated or broken items and restock your favorite basics, like skin care, cleaning supplies and groceries. But ultimately, deals are only worth it if you actually need something, so plan your spending to prevent making impulse purchases.

I’m a reporter for NBC Selected who has covered Amazon Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days for over six years. I frequently write about the history of Amazon Prime Day, what’s included in a Prime membership, what to buy and skip during Amazon’s major sales and more. I also appear in related broadcast segments on NBC News NOW and TODAY. For this story, I previewed a list of deals from Amazon and sorted through them to find worthwhile sales you should know about.

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