Amazon’s October Prime Day, Prime Big Deal Days, officially starts tomorrow — this year it runs from Oct. 7 to 8, and, like years’ past, it’s exclusive to Prime members. But that doesn’t mean you should wait to shop. The retailer is already offering hundreds of deals from some of our favorite brands, and if you check out soon, you’ll get the exact size, style or model you’re looking for. That’s especially important if you’re starting to buy gifts for loved ones.
I’ve covered Prime Day at NBC Select for over five years, so I know how to find deals that are actually worth buying. I combed through thousands of discounts to find the best early October Prime Day deals — each one I recommend below is highly rated and 20% off or more, as well as at its lowest price in at least three months or lowest price ever. I’ll frequently update this list leading up to Prime Big Deal Days.
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This corded upright vacuum, which is suitable for all floor types, has a detachable pod you can tote around your home to clean above doorframes, under furniture, on top of upholstery and on stairs. Its HEPA filter traps dust and other allergens while it suctions up debris, and its LED headlights illuminate dirt so you don’t miss spots. The vacuum comes with crevice and upholstery tools.
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You get a Kindle Paperwhite, fabric cover and wireless charging dock with this bundle, covering all your essentials if you’re getting your first e-reader or upgrading. The Paperwhite has a 7-inch glare-free screen and a 12-week battery life, according to the brand, plus its front light automatically adjusts to whatever environment you’re in. It’s also water-resistant, so you can read at the beach, pool or in the bath. The cover that’s included with this bundle attaches to your e-reader, waking it up or putting it to sleep as you open and close it like a book.
Oral-B’s electric toothbrush has all the features dentists told me to look for while shopping: a pressure sensor, a built-in timer, multiple cleaning settings and a brush head change alert. The rechargeable toothbrush comes with two replacement brush heads and a travel case.
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See, hear and speak to visitors with this video doorbell. It pairs with Ring’s app, which shows you HD livestream footage (including in color night vision) and sends you alerts when the device detects people, packages or motion. The doorbell is powered by a removable, rechargeable battery, so there’s no electrical work required for setup, and it comes with mounting tools, too.
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CeraVe’s fragrance-free eye cream is made with vitamin C to brighten dark under eyes and caffeine to reduce puffiness, plus hyaluronic acid and ceramides to moisturize skin, according to the brand. It has a lightweight, non-sticky, non-greasy feel that quickly absorbs into skin, and is safe for those who wear contacts, according to Cerave. The brand recommends using it twice daily.
Ecolution’s Micro-Pop is one of my favorite kitchen gadgets because it helps me make fresh, warm popcorn in minutes (trust me, it’s way better than the store-bought stuff). You add kernels to the built-in measuring cup on the lid, pour them into the bowl and place it in the microwave for about three minutes. You can also put butter on top of the lid, which has holes in it; as the butter melts in the microwave, it drips onto the popcorn. The 3-quart, dishwasher-safe popper has a wide opening, so once it cools down, it doubles as a serving bowl.
Stream your favorite shows, movies, music and more from any TV when you plug this Fire Stick into an HDMI port. It comes with an Alexa Voice Remote, letting you adjust settings via voice commands, and it displays pictures in vibrant HD. You can also use the Fire Stick to control compatible smart home devices like thermostats, cameras and lights.
Plug devices like fans, air purifiers and small kitchen appliances into this smart plug to control them via the Amazon Alexa app or voice commands. The app also lets you set up schedules, timers and routines for your devices. The plug is compact, so it won’t block your second outlet.
Neutrogena’s lightweight, fragrance-free body lotion hydrates skin using ingredients like hyaluronic acid, and it absorbs quickly without leaving behind a greasy or oily residue. It’s also safe for sensitive-skin, according to the brand.
Meal prep and store leftovers in these dishwasher- and microwave-safe containers, each of which have a 3.2-cup capacity and come with leak-proof lids. The lids also have built-in vents so you don’t have to remove them while microwaving food. Since the containers, which come in a pack of five, are clear, you can always see what’s inside. Plus, they’re stackable, helping you save space in your kitchen.
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Don’t worry about running out of dry shampoo when you buy this pack of three bottles — you can use one now and save the others for later, or keep one at home and put the others in your toiletry bag. Batiste’s Original formula is made with keratin, and it absorbs oil and grease at your roots to leave your hair looking and feeling clean between washes. It also adds volume. The dry shampoo is scented with orange, lily and rose.
Keep this handheld vacuum on hand at home for small messes, or use it to clean your car. It’s lightweight at only 1.4 pounds, and it comes with a charging dock, duster crevice tool and multi-surface pet hair tool. You empty the Wandvac by holding it over a trash can and pressing a button, which pops the dustbin open to discards debris.
“Magna-Tiles are without a doubt the number one toy students fought over at school when I was a pre-school teacher,” says NBC Select editorial projects manager Rebecca Rodriguez. This set comes with 40 multi-colored pieces, including four dinosaur figurines. The pieces are compatible with Magna-Tiles from other sets, too.
This Bluetooth speaker may be small, but it’s loud enough to fill a room with sound whether you’re listening to music, a podcast or an audiobook. It has Amazon Alexa built-in, so you can use voice commands to ask questions, set timers and reminders, control compatible smart home devices and more. I keep my Echo Pop in my bedroom and ask Alexa about the weather while I’m getting dressed every day. The device has volume control buttons, as well as a button to turn the microphone off.
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Dry skin season is upon us now that the temperatures are dropping, so adding more hydrating products to your routine might be beneficial. This lightweight, no-rinse mask creates a barrier over your skin to lock in moisture overnight. It’s made with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which leave your skin feeling smoother and looking more plump after use, according to the brand.
The Blink Mini 2 is one of my favorite security cameras because it’s so small — it blends into my space instead of being an eyesore. You can use it indoors and outdoors, and it connects to the Blink app, where you can livestream HD footage, hear audio and speak to people and pets. The camera also has a built-in spotlight, and you can use it as a plug-in chime with Blink Video Doorbells (which are also currently on sale). The app sends you motion detection alerts, too.
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The filter inside Brita’s 10-cup pitcher removes contaminants like lead, chlorine, microplastics and mercury from your drinking water, according to the brand. One filter lasts about six months, and there’s an alert light on the pitcher’s lid to help you keep track of when you need to replace it. The pitcher fits in most refrigerators and has a wide opening, making it easy to fill.
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Air purifiers like this one can remove tiny airborne particles from your home, like allergens, dust, smoke, bacteria and pet hair. The Blueair 311i connects to WiFi and pairs with the brand’s app, letting you adjust its mode (auto or night), fan speed, brightness and child lock setting, as well as track filter usage, air quality and more. The appliance is best for medium rooms and it responds to voice commands, too.
More early October Prime Day sales
Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below.
- 32% off the Apple AirPods Pro 2
- 35% off Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects
- 24% off Duracell Coppertop AAA Batteries
- Up to 42% off Dyson vacuums and home appliances
- 40% off the large spiced pumpkin Yankee Candle
- 21% off the Bissell Little Green Mini Portable Carpet and Upholstery Deep Cleaner
- 25% off JiYu Toning Polish Pads
- Up to 42% off Vitamix appliances
- 43% off the Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser
- Up to 40% off Garmin smartwatches, GPS systems and more
- Up to 40% off Neutrogena skin care
- Up to 25% off Rubbermaid containers and food storage
- Up to 40% off Nespresso coffee makers
- Up to 50% off Instant Pot kitchen appliances
- Up to 25% off Graco car seats, high chairs, strollers and more
- Up to 56% off Samsonite luggage, bags and more
- Up to 20% off DripDrop electrolyte powder
- Up to 53% off Anker portable chargers, charging stands, power banks and more
- Up to 44% off Kitsch skin and hair care products
- Up to 40% off Wavytalk hair tools
- Up to 57% off Carote cookware and kitchen tools
- Up to 45% off Krups appliances
- 34% off the Nutribullet Personal Blender
Best early October Prime Day promos
Before Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon is offering a handful of special promos. Here are a few notable ones to know about.
- Prime memberships come with a free Grubhub+ membership as part of the loyalty program. Members can get $10 off any Grubhub+ order that’s $20 or mode with code DEALS10 at checkout from Oct. 7 to 8. (Limit one redemption per user.)
- Prime members can get $15 off a grocery purchase of $55 or more when they shop in-store at Amazon Fresh now through Oct. 8.
- Prime members can get a $150 Amazon gift card upon approval for a Prime Visa.
- Prime members can get early access to Wicked: For Good on Nov. 17, four days before the official release. Visit OzOnAmazon.com to sign up for ticket notifications.
- Eligible Prime members can get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free.
Best sales at other retailers
- Walmart: Save on products across categories during the Walmart Deals event from Oct. 7 to Oct 12. Walmart+ members get access to the sale a day early on Oct. 6.
- Target: Target Circle members (free and paid) can save on products across categories during Target Circle Week, which runs through Oct. 11.
- Best Buy: Save on products sitewide through Oct. 12 during the Techtober Sale
- Wayfair: Up to 60% off sitewide during Holiday Deal Week, plus exclusive savings for members
- Macy’s: Get an extra 30% off fall styles and an extra 15% off beauty and fragrances during the VIP Sale.
How I found the best early October Prime Day deals
All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. I ran each deal through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in three months or lowest price ever. All the products I recommend are 20% off or more and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews.
Why trust NBC Select?
I’m a reporter for NBC Select who has covered Amazon Prime Day for over five 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. Prior to Prime Big Deal Days, I previewed a list of deals from Amazon and sorted through them to find worthwhile sales you should know about.
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