Amazon’s Early Black Friday Deals Are Live. Here’s What’s Worth Buying Now

Black Friday on Amazon is still a few weeks away, but some deals have arrived early. We’re already spotting real discounts across everyday consumer tech, from smartwatches and headphones to home security kits, gaming gear, laptops, tablets, TVs, and more. We’ll bring you the best value buys, so you can shop confidently without wasting hours endlessly scrolling for savings. This roundup is being updated constantly throughout the month with fresh price drops, so check back often as we verify prices, track restocks, and add standout picks for you until the holiday season is over.

Home Security Camera Deals

Now 17% off, the Google Nest Cam offers intelligent alerts that clearly flag activity, and simple setup through the Google Home app. Face recognition provides helpful context to clips when family or frequent visitors appear at your doorstep unannounced. Plus, Google Assistant support lets you check in by voice on Nest displays for quick peeks. “The Nest Cam checked all the boxes in testing,” writes PCMag’s John R. Delaney, rating it “Excellent” in his 2021 review.

The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus is one of the latest additions to the Ring ecosystem, and it proves to be a clean, hassle-free outdoor cam. Setup takes minutes, and the 2K video is impressively clear during the day and surprisingly sharp at night. It plugs in, but you’ve got battery or solar options too. The dual-band Wi-Fi helps with a stronger, more stable connection. “Motion alerts arrived instantly and were correctly identified,” said John R. Delaney, who rated it “Good” in the Outdoor Cam Plus review. It may lack some high-end bells and whistles, but for the price and 40% discount, it gets the job done reliably.

Headphone Deals

With the Beats Solo 4, you enjoy sculpted, lively sound and hands-free Siri support that lets you send commands while your phone stays pocketed. Meanwhile, wired listening by cable or USB covers flights and desk work without fuss. Battery life stretches long for commutes and extended errands. “The four-mic array works reliably, so I didn’t have any trouble understanding every word from a test recording on my iPhone,” writes Tim Gideon, rating it “Good” in his Beats Solo 4 review. Today, we’re talking about a big $70 price drop.

Fitness Tracker Deals

The Fitbit Versa 4 is a fitness-focused smartwatch with an attractive and comfortable design that feels light, even during workouts. Also, a physical button makes quick navigation feel natural mid-session. A multiday battery life means fewer charge breaks, and the watch offers useful perks like Google Pay, Google Maps prompts, and Alexa support for simple tasks. “Fitbit has significantly improved touch-screen responsiveness on the Versa 4,” writes Angela Moscaritolo, rating it “Excellent” in our Fitbit Versa 4 review. And now it’s $45 off.

With 19% off, the Fitbit Charge 6 keeps things simple and useful and feels comfortable on your wrist, while the refreshed app presents your stats in a clean, motivating way. Also, Google Wallet and Google Maps slide into daily errands without fuss. Meanwhile, Bluetooth heart rate sharing with compatible gym equipment helps your workout sessions feel more dialed in, and the physical side button makes quick navigation feel natural. “The affordable Fitbit Charge 6 remains the best fitness tracker on the market,” writes our expert, rating it “Outstanding” in her 2023 review while giving it the Editors’ Choice award. Overall, the Fitbit Charge 6 delivers easy access to health tracking with thoughtful upgrades.

Tablet Deals

The Amazon Fire HD 10 feels like an easy win for casual streaming, reading, and travel downtime, and it covers everyday stuff with a friendly price. You get a sturdy build that holds up in a backpack. Also, the screen looks pleasant for shows and comics, so quick entertainment sessions feel effortless. Meanwhile, setup stays simple inside Amazon’s ecosystem. “It offers the best blend of performance, price, and size,” writes Sarah Lord, rating the tablet “Excellent” in her Amazon Fire HD 10 review, and the Editors’ Choice award adds our go-for-it stamp for budget buyers. The Amazon Fire HD 10 rounds things out nicely at 50% off today.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is what happens when a tablet decides to be helpful instead of just pretty. It has a sharp 10.4-inch display and long battery life. It also comes with the S Pen, which allows you to doodle, take notes, or sign documents when you’re conducting serious, official business. It’s slim, feels solid thanks to the metal build, and has expandable storage in case you’re the type who downloads 900 things and forgets to delete any of them. Our expert praised it as a great value for the price, especially for everyday use and media streaming in his review. It’s available for $209.99, which is 36% off, and it’s honestly one of the better midrange tablet deals currently live.

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (2024) is a kid-ready package that blends strong parental controls, a chunky protective case, a two-year replacement promise, and an included Amazon Kids+ trial from the start. “I found the content to be a good mix of educational and fun,” writes Sarah Lord, rating it “Good” in our Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids review. It fits everyday family rhythms with a quick profile setup; also, the stand-handle props cartoons or books without fuss. Meanwhile, battery stamina covers long rides, and simple controls keep streaming and reading easy to manage. Basic cameras handle silly snaps, and the compact size slips into backpacks without drama. The tablet is available for 50% off right now.

Earbuds Deals

Beats Studio Buds arrive with active noise cancellation, big bass balanced by crisp highs, and one-touch pairing for Android and iOS that streamlines setup from the jump that too at a 34% discount. It keeps everyday listening smooth with a secure in-ear seal and easy on-ear controls. Also, Transparency mode sounds natural enough for quick conversations without removing an earbud. Meanwhile, Spatial Audio support adds a fun, roomier feel for compatible tracks. The Beats Studio Buds then add solid iOS integration alongside Android ease. “The multi-mic array offers good intelligibility,” writes Tim Gideon, rating it “Good” in our Beats Studio Buds review.

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We’ll turn to Gideon once more for another recommendation: “If you prefer a bass-first sound, you should definitely consider the JBL Tune Buds.” Currently available for $60 only, it comes with customizable EQ in the app, so you can tweak the sound if the default feels too bold. We’ll add that there’s decent noise cancellation for this price range, and the battery life is impressive, lasting up to 10 hours with ANC on. Plus, they’re Alexa-enabled for hands-free convenience. Rated “Excellent” in our Tune Buds review, now more than ever, these are worth checking out for $60.

Wi-Fi Deals

If you game online a lot, this router feels like an upgrade you can actually see and feel. The Asus ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro delivers fast Wi-Fi and wide coverage, so you can stream, play, and download without worrying about lag spikes ruining your match. The gamer-focused controls make it easy to prioritize your console or PC, and the extra-fast ports future-proof your setup. It earned an “Outstanding” rating in PCMag’s Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro review and was named an Editors’ Choice winner in 2023. As our expert put it, “it fires off top-shelf performance,” which pretty much sums up why it’s worth the price, even without today’s 35% discount.

The Google Nest Wifi Pro is honestly one of the easiest Wi-Fi upgrades you’ll ever do. You plug it in, scan a QR code, and you’re connected in minutes. Plus, it looks nice enough to put on your shelf without hiding it. Performance is solid enough for streaming Netflix in every room, and built-in parental controls help keep the kids off sketchy sites, which earned it a “Good” rating in our review from 2022. If simple, strong Wi-Fi coverage is your main goal, especially for smart home gear, this one’s a reliable bet with $100 off this two-pack.

If you’ve got an older 1080p TV that needs a streaming upgrade, the Roku Streaming Stick (2025) gets the job done with zero fuss. It’s super easy to set up, runs off your TV’s USB port, and the remote is simple enough for anyone to use. You’ll appreciate the Apple AirPlay support if you’ve got an iPhone or iPad, and the overall interface keeps things clean without throwing a million suggestions at you. Our expert rated it “Excellent” in our Roku Streaming Stick review and wrote, “It’s one of the simplest and most accessible streaming platforms,” which really sums it up. Definitely worth it for the price with a 20% discount.

Projector Deals

The Anker Nebula Capsule 3 is one of those gadgets that makes movie nights ridiculously easy. You simply have to set it down, power it up, and the autofocus takes care of the rest. The sound’s surprisingly full for something this small, and it even runs Netflix right out of the box without any setup drama. Sure, it’s not built for bright rooms, but in a dark space, it looks great and feels effortless to use. As tester M. David Stone wrote, “it delivers more-than-acceptable quality plus robust audio,” rating it “Excellent” in the Nebula Capsule 3 review. With $130 off, it’s a fun little upgrade worth grabbing.

Video Doorbell Deals

The Ring Battery Doorbell is a straightforward way to add doorstep security with a 50% discount and without dealing with tricky installation. Setup is fast, the battery pops out for charging, and once it’s up, you get a wide head-to-toe view of anyone at your door. Motion alerts hit your phone quickly, and Alexa integration makes it easy to pull up the feed on an Echo Show or tie it into routines. As our expert, John R. Delaney, said, “The Battery Doorbell performed well in testing,” which sums up why it earned a “Good” rating as a budget-friendly option in our review.

Smartwatch Deals

You can wear the Apple Watch Series 10 all day without notice thanks to its slimmer case and lighter feel, and that expanded display makes flicking through messages more convenient. The battery hung on for over a day of workouts, calls, and sleep tracking without begging for juice. You can splash around in the pool without worrying about water damage, too. “The Apple Watch Series 10 remains the best iPhone-friendly smartwatch with a more elegant, comfortable design than its predecessor, along with a new underwater depth gauge and music playback capabilities,” our expert, Angela Moscaritolo, said in her review. All these features earned it an “Excellent” rating and our Editors’ Choice award, and buying it today will earn you $120 back in your bank account.

Smartphone Deals

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge hits that sweet spot between sleek design and serious performance. It feels fast every time you switch between apps, games, or film short clips, and the battery comfortably lasts through your daily routine. The display pops outdoors, the camera produces crisp, colorful photos, and Galaxy AI features like quick summaries and cross-app actions make life smoother. With seven years of updates promised, it’s clearly built to last. As Iyaz Akhtar said in his “Excellent”-rated review, “the S25 Edge is the one to get if you want a big-screen Galaxy phone that won’t weigh you down.” Currently on a 28% discount, it’s an easy recommendation.

Robot Vacuum Deals

The Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni makes floor care feel hands-off. You get strong pickup from the Blast airflow, a roller mop that scrubs as it goes, and obstacle avoidance that saves you from rescue missions. The side brush reaching into corners is clutch, and detergent auto-dosing saves guesswork. Meanwhile, mapping and scheduling in the app keep routines simple. “Moreover, its base station thoroughly cleans and maintains the robot between mopping and vacuuming runs,” Andrew Gebhart notes in his review. If you want a premium set-it-and-forget-it setup, this one fits the bill with $600 off and an “Excellent” rating in our Deebot X9 Pro Omni review.

Check out our in-depth coverage of all the Early Black Friday deals, steals, sales, and discounts that we’ve found so far!