The best early October Prime Day 2024 deals to shop now

Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days event is returning on October 8-9, and it’s the perfect time to get a head start on your holiday shopping, months before it’s even time to deck the halls. The retail giant is promising savings on top brands and products across major categories like home, tech, apparel, and beyond. 

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At ZDNET, our deal-finding experts are already rounding up the best early October Prime Day deals so you can find the most savings. We keep our eyes peeled for savings on top products backed by ZDNET testing, discounts greater than 20% off, and products that don’t frequently see a sale, and consider your buying options as if we were purchasing every item on this list ourselves. We only recommend products that are worth your cash. 

Here are the best early Prime Big Deal Days offers we’ve seen ahead of Amazon’s flagship fall event. Be sure to check back here as we scour the site for the best deals everyday leading up to the sale. 

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Our favorite early Amazon October Prime Day deals 

Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 Portable Powerstation for $499 (save $300): This popular Jackery portable power station is 38% off thanks to a Lightning Deal. Don’t ever go without a power boost. 
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Silicone MagSafe Case for $42 (save $7): Did you just upgrade to an iPhone 16 Pro? Snag one of Apple’s flagship silicone cases to go with it. Check out savings on Apple’s silicone case for the iPhone 16 and Pro Max, too.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 + $30 Amazon Gift Card for $229 (save $30): Google’s latest Pixel Buds Pro 2 can be yours with a free $30 gift card right now. 
MacBook Air M2 256GB for $849 (save $150): Apple’s M3 MacBooks have been out for several months now, but we’ve only recently seen price drops on the M2 models. 
Torras iPhone 15 or 16 Tempered Glass Screen Protector for $30 (save $12): Did you just upgrade to a new iPhone? Outfit your screen with one of our top iPhone screen protectors for 29% off. 
Anker Nano 30W USB-C GaN Charger for $15 (save $8): It’s never a bad idea to have a backup wall charger, and this one from Anker is on sale, offers a USB-C connection, and is compact. 
Apple iPad 10th Gen for $299 (save $50): Apple didn’t upgrade the base model iPad just yet, but it did give it a price cut to $349 back in June. Now, you can grab one for just $299, the lowest price we’ve seen it at. 
Costco 1-Year Gold Star Membership + $20 Digital Shop Card for $45 (save $20): Save on a yearly Costco membership fee with this digital shop card deal from Stack Social. 
Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A 4-Pack for $34 (save $16): We’re all about practical purchases, and these Kasa smart plugs can help transform your household into a smart system (oh, and they’re 32% off). 
Apple Watch SE $189 (save $60): Apple didn’t unveil a new model of their Watch SE last week, so last year’s model is still the latest and greatest base wearable from the brand. Pick one up now for $60 off. It makes a great gift for a first-time smartwatch user. 
Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum + Mop for $380 (save $490): Vacuum and mop your floors with ease thanks to this Roborock’s 4,200 Pa suction and LiDAR navigation for flawless mapping. 

Best early October Prime Day deals under $25: Smart home tech, AirTags, and more

Apple AirTag $24 (save $6): Keep track of everything from your remote to your keys to your kids with an AirTag, our favorite Bluetooth tracker. 
Govee Smart Light Bulbs 4-Pack for $25 (save $10 with coupon): Upgrade your basic bulbs to smart bulbs from Govee that allow for Google Assistant and Alexa to sync up with them for seamless integration in your smart home system. Plus, this bundle pack is 20% off now. 
Renpho Smart Scale for $20 (save $15 with coupon): Connect this smart scale with popular health and fitness apps like Samsung Health, MyFitnessPal, Fitbit, and Apple Health to track your body fat percentage, muscle mass, visceral fat, water weight, metabolic age, and more.
Anker iPhone 15/16 Charger 2-Pack for $13 (save $6): These chargers provide 20W of high-speed charging for devices like the iPhone 15 and 16, AirPods Pro, iPad Pro, and more for an affordable price.
Musicozy Sleep Headphones for $20 (save $23): This combination sleep headphone/sleep mask block out light in your room — they’re a great option for light sleepers.
Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook for $23 (save $11): One of our favorite smart notebooks lets you digitize your handwritten notes.
TP-Link Wi-Fi Extender for $13 (save $5 with coupon): If your home Wi-Fi gets spotty, this extender can boost your internet coverage up to 1,200 square feet. 
Microsoft Windows 11 Pro License for $20 (save $179 at Stack Social): Upgrade to Windows 11 for the lowest price we’ve seen so far.

Best early October Prime Day tech deals: Fire tablets, TVs, and more

Samsung T5 EVO Portable 4TB SSD for $230 (save $195): Store thousands of extra files, photos, and more with this portable SSD from Samsung. 
Logitech Combo Touch iPad Air 13-inch M4 Case for $200 (save $30): If you need a new keyboard case for your iPad Air M4, ZDNET’s favorite Logitech Combo Touch is on sale ahead of Prime Day. 
Anker Prime GaN 67W USB-C Charger for $45 (save $15): A wall charger is not the most exciting Prime Day grab, but it’s certainly practical. This gallium nitride charger offers 67W of power and can boost your MacBook, iPhone, and more. 
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $70 (save $30): This ultra-portable and waterproof bluetooth speaker features big bass and 360 degree sound. Grab it for $30% off now. 
JBL Quantum 300 Wired Gaming Headphones for $50 (save $30): Grab a pair of these JBL gaming headphones for 38% off, perfect for late-night gaming sessions. 
Amazon Fire TV 50-inch 4-Series 4K for $300 (save $150): Snag this Fire TV for 33% off and watch all your favorite movies and shows for less. 
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE for $350 (save $100): Save $100 on Samsung’s Tab S9 FE, with comes with an S Pen stylus and 128GB of storage. 
Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series HD for $110 (save $90): Save 35% on this Fire TV that’s a perfect size for a college apartment, kid’s room, and more. 
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro Tablet for $90 (save $60): Got kids? Grab the HD 8 Pro Kids tablet from Amazon for less.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet for $60 (save $70): This 8-inch tablet features an HD display and 64GB of storage. Plus, it’s a whopping 54% off now. 
Soundcore by Anker P20i Earbuds for $20 (save $20): These budget earbuds from Anker just got more affordable at half-off. Plus, they’re water resistant and work great for work calls. 

Best early October Prime Day home deals: Robot vacuums, appliances, and more

Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum + Mop for $380 (save $490): Vacuum and mop your floors with ease thanks to this Roborock’s 4,200 Pa suction and LiDAR navigation for flawless mapping. 
Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum for $330 (save $269): This Shark robot vacuum can handle up to 60 days’ worth of debris before its dock needs to be emptied, plus it features smart mapping, obstacle avoidance, and LiDAR navigation. Grab it now for 45% off. 
Amazon Eero 6+ Mesh Wi-Fi Router 3-Pack for $195 (save $105): Connect 75+ devices and receive wireless coverage for over 4,500 sq. ft with Amazon’s flagship mesh router bundle pack, which is 35% off ahead of October Prime Day. 
DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Drill Kit for $99 (save $80): Need to do some handy work before the holidays? This DeWalt drill kit will surely help, and it’s 45% off right now. 
Dyson V8 Plus Cordless Vacuum for $350 (save $120): If you’re hosting this holiday season, you’ll need a top vacuum cleaner to help you out. Dyson’s popular V8 cordless vacuum is available for 26% off right now. 
Roborock Qrevo S Robot Vacuum and Mop for $600 (save $200): Save 35% on Roborock’s Qrevo S vacuum and mop, which offers 7,000Pa suction, dual spinning mops, and more. 
iRobot Roomba Q0120 Robot Vacuum for $179 (save $71): Save 28% on this budget Roomba pick, and start cleaning your floors hands-free for less. 
Levoit 2.5L Humidifier for $29 (save $11): Levoit humidifiers are some of ZDNET’s top-tested, and this 2.5L option will keep your space comfortable through the winter. Plus, it’s 28% off. 

October Prime Day FAQs

What is Amazon’s October Prime Day?  

Per Amazon, Prime Big Deal Days (more commonly referred to as “October Prime Day”) is a holiday kickoff event designed to offer Prime members exclusive access to early holiday deals across popular categories and top brands. Amazon’s Prime Day sales occur twice yearly, once in July and once in October, with several smaller sale events, like Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, popping up on the calendar throughout the year. 

When is October Prime Day 2024? 

Amazon announced in September that the 2024 dates for October Prime Day are October 8-9. Last year, the October Prime Big Deal Days sale occurred on October 10-11. 

When will October Prime Day deals end? 

October’s Prime Big Deal Days is a two-day sale event that mimics the format of July Prime Day. Customers should expect deals to expire as early as 11:59 p.m. PDT on the second day of the sale, though it’s normal for some deals to hang around for hours or often days after. Though there’s no way of knowing which discounts will stay or go when the clock hits midnight, we’ll continually update ZDNET.com with the best deals that are still live even after the sale ends, so be sure to check back. 

How did we choose these early October Prime Day deals? 

As a ZDNET editor, I only write about deals myself or a team member would want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. I looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.

I also examined customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals I recommend. These recommendations may also be based on my own testing (or testing by another ZDNET expert) — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.

Do I need to be an Amazon Prime member to shop October Prime Day? 

As the name implies, only Prime members in participating countries can shop the October Prime Big Deal Days event. If you don’t have a membership, you’ll need to enroll prior to the shopping event’s kickoff to access exclusive deals and offers. 

How much is an Amazon Prime membership?

 Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month, or you can purchase an annual membership for $139, saving you a few dollars. 

Also: These 5 new Amazon features make finding the products you need even easier

All college students and those aged 18-24 are eligible for a discount and can pay $7.49 per month or $69 per year. In addition, those with qualified government assistance (which may include select seniors) can receive a Prime membership for just $6.99 after their free trial.