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UPDATE: Nov. 29, 2024, 10:50 p.m. EST After weeks of waiting to make it official, Black Friday has finally arrived. We're tracking the best deals here, adding new ones when we find them, noting which products have dropped to record-low pricing and which have sold out.

A quick glance at the best Black Friday deals in the biggest categories
Best Apple deal
Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD)
$844 at Amazon (Save $255)
A MacBook Air with M3 chip
Best robot vacuum deal
Roborock Qrevo S
$459.99 at Amazon (Save $340)
A Roborock Qrevo S
Best headphone deal
Bose QuietComfort headphones
$199 at Amazon (Save $150)
A pair of Bose QuietComfort headphones
Best laptop deal
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)
$1,499 at Amazon (Save $500)
microsoft surface laptop with abstract background on screen
Best tablet deal
Apple iPad, 9th generation (A13, 256GB, WiFi)
$349.99 at Best Buy (Save $130)
An Apple iPad 9th generation
Best Kindle deal
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
$154.99 at Amazon (Save $45)
An Amazon Paperwhite Signature Edition
Best Echo deal
Amazon Echo Pop
$17.99 at Amazon (Save $22)
An Amazon Echo Pop
Best TV deal
Hisense 85-inch QD6 QLED 4K Google TV
$649.99 at Best Buy (Save $450)
A Hisense 85-inch QLED QD6 TV
Best fitness tracker deal
Oura Ring Gen3 (Horizon, Gold)
$349 at Best Buy (Save $100)
An Oura ring in gold
Best kitchen deal
KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
$279.99 at Target (Save $170)
A KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

Black Friday is here! We've waited weeks for the big day to finally arrive. Our bellies are full from Thanksgiving dinner, and now it's time to fill our shopping carts. Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target kicked off their sales weeks ago, but shopping on actual Black Friday brings surprise deals and extra markdowns.

Truly, the sheer volume of deals is dizzying. You're in luck though, as we've done the leg work for you. We've been tracking the best Black Friday deals for weeks, finding the lowest prices on all the big names: Apple, Bose, Sony, iRobot, Dyson, Samsung, and more.

Here are the best deals to shop on Black Friday 2024.

Note: All newly added or updated deals have been marked with a ✨, while struck-through deals were either sold out or expired at the time of writing. Any deal marked with a 🔥 has dropped to a record-low price. 

Best Apple deal

A MacBook Air with M3 chip
Credit: Apple
Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥
$844 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $255

Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the M3 Apple MacBook Air.

"Mashable Tech Editor Kim Gedeon was impressed by the M3 Air's peppy performance, satisfying keyboard, vivid webcam, and dual-display support (if you close its lid), rating it a 4.3/5. It may not look all that different from its older M-series predecessors — there is a new midnight finish option — but we think it's the best MacBook for most people, especially now that Apple's bumped its base RAM from 8GB to 16GB.

The starting configuration with 256GB of storage is on sale on Amazon for only $844, which is 23% off its $1,099 MSRP, an all-time low, and $5 better than Best Buy's Black Friday deal on the exact same MacBook. This also puts less than $100 between it and the M2 Air, so opting for the current-gen model over the cheapest model out there feels like an easier, more obvious choice." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

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Best robot vacuum deal

A Roborock Qrevo S
Credit: Roborock
Roborock Qrevo S
$459.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $340

Why we like it

"I think of the Roborock Qrevo S as the diet version of my favorite self-emptying robot vacuum right now, the Roborock Qrevo Master. And unless you're open to spending $1,000 or more on a robot vacuum, you can probably live without the Qrevo Master's fluff features like a livestream pet camera or extending side mop — especially when, at this price, you could buy a Qrevo S for two stories of your home for less than the price of one on-sale Qrevo Master.

Opting for the cheaper Qrevo is still a solid move: Compared to other 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop combos also on sale for Black Friday, the Qrevo S is one of the rare options under $500 that washes and dries its mopping pads." — Leah Stodart, Senior Shopping Reporter

More robot vacuum deals

Robot vacuum and mop combos

Best headphones deal

A pair of Bose QuietComfort headphones
Credit: Bose
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
$199 at Amazon
$349 Save $150

Why we like it

"Bose makes some of the best headphones we've tested. The brand's QuietComfort line-up strikes the genius balance of sound quality and comfort. While the QuietComfort Ultra headphones and earbuds are the most elevated Bose models, the basic QuietComforts are still great.

If you don't need spatial audio, but you do want sound that will make your music sound better, elevating drop beats and sick synth, go for the Bose QuietComfort headphones. The power button on the side is responsive, and the battery is insanely long. I wore these while taking the train from Boston to New York and by the time I reached my destination, they still had 50% battery life.

Normally, $349, the Bose QuietComfort headphones are down to $199. That saves you $150 for 43% savings." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

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Best laptop deal

microsoft surface laptop with abstract background on screen
Credit: Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) 🔥
$1,499.99 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $500

Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7.

"Microsoft's Copilot+ PC has an even longer battery life than the new M4 MacBook Pros — it lasted nearly 23 hours in our testing — and it comes with AI features that 'make Windows fun again,' Gedeon wrote. She gave it a 4.8/5; it's a Mashable Choice Award winner and our current favorite laptop for most people, barring any app compatibility issues.

The upgraded configuration that Gedeon tested is a 13-inch model featuring a Snapdragon X Elite processor, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage. It usually retails for $1,999.99, but Amazon and the Microsoft Store both have it listed for $1,499.99, or 25% off. That's its biggest discount to date." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

More laptop and computer deals

For MacBook and Mac deals, scroll back up to the Apple deals section.

Windows laptops

Chromebooks

Gaming laptops

Best tablet deal

An Apple iPad 9th generation
Credit: Apple
Apple iPad, 9th generation (A13, 64GB, WiFi)
$199.99 at Best Buy
$329 Save $129.01

Why we like it

"An iPad under $200 is a true gift this holiday season. Apple's 9th generation model is down to $199.99 at Best Buy, less than a dollar short of its lowest price ever. While there might be newer generations available, this is the most budget-friendly model, especially now that it's $129 off.

The 9th generation Apple iPad comes with the A13 bionic chip, which provides plenty of processing power for streaming, gaming, or working. The 10.2-inch retina display gives plenty of space for your creative pursuits, as it's compatible with the first generation of Apple Pencil.

Black Friday is the right time to shop, as you can find the Apple iPad 9th generation for 39% off." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More tablet deals

For Apple iPad deals, scroll back up to the Apple deals section.

Best Kindle deal

An Amazon Paperwhite Signature Edition
Credit: Amazon
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition 🔥
$154.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $45

Why we like it

"The new batch of 2024 Kindles are the fastest yet, turning pages quickly and with less delay when switching between books in your library. The Kindle Paperwhite and Signature Edition both have bright, high-contrast screens, so you can read in any environment. While I prefer the Kindle Paperwhite over the Signature Edition most of the time, right now you can't beat the SE's Black Friday price.

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is 23% off, bringing it down to $154.99. That's some big savings ($45 to be exact) on a device that's usually $200. You get everything you love in the Paperwhite, lightweight and waterproof design, with the added benefits of double the storage, wireless charging, and auto-adjusting brightness." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

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Best Echo device deal

An Amazon Echo Pop
Credit: Amazon
Amazon Echo Pop 🔥
$17.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $22.00

Why we like it

"The line-up of Amazon Echo devices is sprawling. You can find everything from a multitasking smart speaker to a touchscreen smart home hub. The absolute best deal on Echo devices right now is on the Amazon Echo Pop. This small but mighty device with a quality speaker and built-in assistant so you can play music just by calling out to Alexa.

Currently, it's down to $17.99 — its lowest price ever. That knocks 55% off the regular price for $22 in savings. We expect this price to hang around through Black Friday weekend." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More Echo deals

Best TV deal

A Hisense 85-inch QLED QD6 TV
Credit: Hisense
Hisense 85-inch QD6 QLED 4K Google TV
$649.99 at Best Buy
$1,099.99 Save $450

Why we like it

"Black Friday is all about huge discounts on huge TVs, and this 85-inch Hisense model is a perfect case in point: Now just $650, it's far cheaper than any other TV this big — not just at Best Buy, but at Amazon and Walmart, too. (And abnormally-cheap-for-their-size TVs are really more Walmart's thing.) The fact that it has a bright and vibrant QLED display, not a standard 4K screen, sweetens the deal even further.

Kind of surprised this one wasn't chosen as a doorbuster, TBH. Let's call it a hidden gem." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

More TV deals

TV deals are sorted by size, then price.

43- to 50-inch TVs

55-inch TVs

65-inch TVs

75-inch to 77-inch TVs

85-inch TVs and up

Streaming devices and media players

Best fitness tracker deal

An Oura ring in gold
Credit: Oura
Oura Ring Gen3 (Horizon, Gold)🔥
$349 at Best Buy
$449 Save $100

Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the Oura Ring Gen3.

"The previous-gen Oura Ring is an excellent fitness wearable with heart-rate and blood oxygen monitoring, temperature and activity tracking, and a multi-day battery life — all wrapped up in a sleek, durable titanium design. It's on sale at Best Buy this Black Friday for $50 to $200 off, depending on the style and finish (starting from $249.99)." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

More fitness tracker deals

For Apple Watch deals, scroll back up to the Apple deals section.

Best kitchen deal

A KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
Credit: KitchenAid
KitchenAid 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
$279.99 at Target
$449.99 Save $170

Why we like it

"If you're getting ready to whip up dozens of Christmas cookies, don't even think about doing it all by hand. Sure, it will be a great arm workout, but at what cost? Upgrade your kitchen tools ahead of the holiday season with the KitchenAid 5.5-quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer. It has twice the power of KitchenAid's standard tilt-head mixer and can mix batches of 11 dozen cookies at a time. This mixer is no joke.

For Black Friday, it's marked down to $279.99, saving you $170 for 38% off." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More kitchen deals

Multi cookers, air fryers, and ovens

Mixers, blenders, and ice cream makers

Coffee makers and drink makers

Miscellaneous kitchen deals

Best home deal

Dyson V12 Detect Slim cordless vacuum with green laser
Credit: Dyson
Dyson V12 Detect Slim
$399.99 at Walmart
$649.99 Save $250

Why we like it

"I crowned the Dyson V12 Detect Slim Dyson's best bang for your buck when it was full price. Let that sink in while reading that the V12 Detect Slim is now $250 cheaper — up for grabs for less than $400 now — thanks to the Black Friday sale happening at Dyson's website.

For just $50 more than the Dyson V11's Black Friday price, the V12 Detect Slim brings aboard Dyson's absolute best feature: a green laser that highlights all the dust on the floor that you definitely would have missed otherwise. That's a no-brainer in my eyes. For plush carpeting, a motorized cleaning head is also included, and all debris collected is sent through a HEPA filter." — Leah Stodart, Senior Shopping Reporter

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Best mattress deal

A Nectar mattress on a platform bed
Credit: Nectar
Nectar Premier Memory Foam Mattress (Queen)
$949 at Nectar
$2,286 Save $1,337

Why we like it

"We’re shocked by how many mattress deals are popping off this year. While there are great discounts across the board, the Nectar Premier Memory Foam Mattress (Queen) has our vote as the best deal on Black Friday.

This 13-inch-thick mattress has twice as much pressure-relieving memory foam as the Nectar Classic, 60 percent more cooling, and is currently 50% off. With five layers of premium OEKO-TEX-certified materials, this mattress will provide an incredibly comfortable and supportive night's sleep. There’s also a 365-day trial and forever warranty, so if you don’t absolutely love it, you can return it." — Tabitha Britt, Mashable Contributor

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Best streaming deal

The green Hulu logo in front of a black background
Credit: Hulu
Hulu with ads monthly subscription
99 cents/month for one year (save $108)

Why we like it

"Hulu remains the top dog when it comes to Black Friday deals. For the second year in a row, the streamer is offering an entire year of Hulu with ads for just $0.99 per month. That's less than $12 total for an entire year of streaming. It's a bit surprising, honestly, as Hulu upped the cost of its basic plan just last month from $7.99 per month to $9.99 per month. In other words, the savings this year are even more impressive — 90% or $108 in total over 12 months.

Hulu is the streaming home for three of our favorite shows of 2023, The Bear, Abbott Elementary, and Reservation Dogs, as well as our top favorite show of 2024, Shōgun. It's also where you'll find episodes of ABC shows the day after they air, like Dancing with the Stars, and Neon movies fresh out of the theaters, like Cuckoo (coming Dec. 17)." — Christina Buff, Mashable Contributor

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Best book deal

The cover of Wicked by Gregory Maguire
Credit: Walmart
'Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West' by Gregory Maguire
$10 at Walmart
$19.99 Save $9.99

Why we like it

"It's safe to say that the Wicked craze is in full swing. Whether you're holding space for all the memes the press tour is delivering or already ready for your second in-theater watch, have you considered reading the source material? And we're not talking about The Wizard of Oz.

The musical is based on Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, the novel by Gregory Maguire, and if you, or the biggest Wicked fan in your life, are eager to dive deeper into the world, now is a great time to pick up a copy. For Black Friday, Walmart is offering 50% off the novel, bringing it down to $10.

Wicked not your thing? Don't sweat because the Black Friday book deals are endless. Explore more deals on fiction, non-fiction, YA, and cookbooks below." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

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Kindle book deals

Best gaming deal

The cover of The Last of Us Part I video game
Credit: Sony
The Last of Us Part I
$29.99 at Best Buy
$69.99 Save $40

Why we like it

"The second season of The Last of Us is coming in 2025, and if you still haven't played the video game, now is your time to catch up. During Black Friday, find The Last of Us Part I for PlayStation 5 marked down 57%. It's down to $29.99, saving you $40. Plus, you can save 15% on Astro Gaming headsets with the purchase of a video game at Best Buy.

And while you're at it, you may as well pick up "The Last of Us Part II Remastered" for PlayStation 5, which is also on sale for Black Friday." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

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Best toy deal

A Star Wars Lego Set
Credit: Walmart
Lego Star Wars Ahsoka Tano’s T-6 Jedi Shuttle (75362)
$45 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $34.99

Why we like it

"The Office Lego Set may have sold out at Walmart within a day or so of dropping, but we still have another favorite Lego deal to highlight. Star Wars fans will get a huge kick out of the Lego Star Wars Ahsoka Tano’s T-6 Jedi Shuttle. With a rotating cockpit, signature red wings, and four figurines including bounty hunter and Sith, this is an action-packed set. Walmart's nearly 28% discount drops this set to $45, beating Best Buy's price by $13.99 on the same model number." — Gabriel Morgan, Mashable Contributor

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Best beauty tech deal

A Shark FlexStyle System
Credit: Shark
Shark FlexStyle
$229.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $70

Why we like it

Read our full review of the Shark FlexStyle here.

"We know the Dyson Airwrap is that girl, but the Shark FlexStyle gives it a run for its money. Our favorite Airwrap dupe is the Shark FlexStyle, providing the same experience for a fraction of the price.

During Black Friday, you can find the Shark FlexStyle for just $229.99, saving $70 for 24% savings." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

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Latest Updates

10:50 pm ET | November 30, 2024

Owala Black Friday sale: Save 20% on select products, including tumblers and accessories.

10:15 pm ET | November 30, 2024

Love them or hate them, Crocs are on sale this Black Friday. Save up to 60% on clogs, slippers, and more.

9:40 pm ET | November 30, 2024

The most elite way to watch TV is with the Sonos Arc soundbar and Sonos Ace headphones, both on sale for Black Friday. They're down to $699 and $349, respectively. The combo creates an unmatched surround sound experience.

9:20 pm ET | November 30, 2024

Rather than buy a bunch of stuff that you probably don't need, learn some new skills with MasterClass's Black Friday sale. Get a membership for 50% off — offer ends tonight.

8:31 pm ET | November 30, 2024

VR gamers: The Meta Quest 3 Batman: Arkham Shadow bundle comes with a $75 Amazon gift card when you use the code QUESTBF. We saw the Meta Quest 3S get this treatment, but now the more powerful VR headset gets a taste of Black Friday.

8:06 pm ET | November 30, 2024

The most comfortable headphones our reviewers have ever tested are at a new record-low price for Black Friday. Grab the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for $130 off and read why they're our pick for most comfortable headphones.

6:15 pm ET | November 29, 2024

Stock up on all your favorite scents during Bath & Body Works' Black Friday sale where everything is buy three get three free.

4:36 pm ET | November 29, 2024

The holiday season is the perfect time to curl up with a good book. And checking off your TBR list will be a whole lot sweeter when you do it without spending a fortune (books are hella expensive, y'all). Here are some of our favorite Black Friday book deals:

3:57 pm ET | November 29, 2024

No, the Ninja Slushi isn't on sale for Black Friday (though it is in stock). However, the Ninja Creami is still a super fun purchase that makes ice cream instead of slushies, and it's on sale for $149 at Walmart. It could sell out, so grab it ASAP.

2:54 pm ET | November 29, 2024

If you're shopping for a new stick vacuum, we don't think you should blindly buy the cheapest Dyson you see. Instead, consider the cheapest Dyson with a laser, the V12 Detect Slim, at Dyson's website for $399.99, or if you'd prefer to spend less than $300, skip the Dyson V7 and get a cordless Shark vacuum with an auto-empty dock for $279.99.

1:40 pm ET | November 29, 2024

Looking for a cheap laptop? You can't go wrong with a Chromebook if you've got a simple workload and prefer the Google Workspace suite. Several Chromebook models are on sale for less than $200 on Black Friday, so they'll hardly put a dent in your wallet:

12:14 pm ET | November 29, 2024

Sorry Walmart — Best Buy is stealing the spotlight when it comes to the cheapest-possible QLEDs between 55 and 75 inches. Eye up these stellar Black Friday TV deals before their inventory drains.

10:48 am ET | November 29, 2024

We're tracking deals across retailers. Gaming and toy deals are moving fast. If you see something you like — grab it.

10:14 am ET | November 29, 2024

Need a break from screen time? Stock up on board games and puzzles at Target while they're 50% during Black Friday.

9:47 am ET | November 29, 2024

Best iPad Deal: The Apple iPad (9th Gen) is on sale at Best Buy for $199.99. That's a 39% saving on the list price.

9:19 am ET | November 29, 2024

Fun for the whole family: Enjoy 50% off board games and puzzles at Target during its Black Friday sale.

9:13 am ET | November 29, 2024

Best MacBook Pro Deal: The 14.2-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip is on sale for $1,749 at Amazon, down from $1,999. This Black Friday 13% discount makes it easier to snag the late 2024 powerhouse laptop.

8:54 am ET | November 29, 2024

Best Streaming Deal: Hulu's Black Friday deal is back. Pay just $0.99 per month for a whole year of Hulu (with ads). Hulu with ads normally retails for $9.99 per month, so you'll save over $100 with the best Black Friday streaming deal.

8:35 am ET | November 29, 2024

Back in stock: Therabody's light therapy mask went out of stock yesterday, but it's back today at even lower price of $524.

8:35 am ET | November 29, 2024

Free Gift Card: As of Nov. 29, Best Buy is offering a doorbuster deal where you can get a free $75 gift card with the 2TB Xbox Series X. If you were looking to invest in a next-gen console, this is the deal for you.

7:40 am ET | November 29, 2024

Price drop: The Garmin Vivoactive 5 dropped $10 in price this Black Friday, marking it down to $189.

7:26 am ET | November 29, 2024

Back in stock: Previously sold out at Amazon, the Toshiba 43-inch C350 4K Fire TV is in-stock at Best Buy and marked down an extra $10. Now get it for just $169.99.

6:55 am ET | November 29, 2024

New Kindle deal: The Amazon Kindle Scribe just dropped in price by $70. This brings it down to $269.99, finally knocking it under $300.

6:25 am ET | November 29, 2024

Overnight, the 2024 Mac Mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) dropped in price an extra $30, bringing it down to $529.

5:41 am ET | November 29, 2024

Best AirPods Deal: As of Nov. 29, the Apple AirPods 4 are on sale at Amazon for $164.99. That's a 8% saving on list price, and the lowest they've ever been priced on Amazon.

5:09 am ET | November 29, 2024

Best iPad Deal: As of Nov. 29, the Apple iPad (10th Gen) is on sale for $249.99 in Amazon's Black Friday sale thanks to an additional money-off coupon.

4:26 am ET | November 29, 2024

Best MacBook Deal: The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is on sale for $844 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. The starting configuration with 256GB of storage is 23% off its $1,099 list price, an all-time low, and $5 better than Best Buy's Black Friday deal on the exact same MacBook.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This year, Black Friday falls on Nov. 29. However, sales started far earlier. Amazon and Best Buy launched their sales on Nov. 21. In fact, as soon as November kicked off, we saw major savings across retailers. And the majority of big retailers have already started official Black Friday sales.

If you plan on shopping in-store, sales likely won't hit stores until Nov. 29.

The Mashable Shopping team researches and reports on deals constantly throughout the year, and while we see many items go on sale at deep discounts in the weeks leading up to Black Friday, we always encounter new record lows on the day of. That said, an item on your wish list may be worth buying during a pre-Black Friday sale if's a popular gift or already abnormally cheap: Products that sell out ahead of time aren't always restocked for the actual event.

Black Friday is a shopping holiday that takes place every year on the day right after Thanksgiving. It used to be synonymous with late-night stampedes, viral fistfights, and long lines of tents pitched outside of department stores because the best doorbusters were available exclusively in person. But many retailers have made their Black Friday deals available online in recent years, turning it into a hybrid event; you can score great deals by camping out on a store's website instead of its literal doorstep nowadays.

Modern Black Fridays have also tended to spill well beyond the bounds of their traditional single-day slots. It's not abnormal to see retailers offering "early Black Friday deals" and "Black Friday preview deals" even before Halloween to keep things ultra-competitive.

Black Friday is no longer just on Friday — since retailers started rolling out their deals as early as October. We can honestly say that Black Friday is now a two-month affair.

Once the clock strikes midnight on Black Friday though, see ya later. After that, everything switches into Cyber Monday mode. The deals are largely the same, but we might see some Cyber Monday-exclusive deals show up.

Cyber Monday officially starts on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, but the online push for shopping holidays over the last few years has meant that they all kind of blur together. We wouldn't be surprised if retailers began using Cyber Monday or Cyber Weekend language as early as Saturday, Nov. 30.

The National Retail Federation officially coined the term "Cyber Monday" in 2005 after it noticed that in previous years, the Monday after Thanksgiving saw a massive uptick in online sales. It credited the phenomenon to two factors: Online retailers were starting to vie for a slice of the Black Friday pie, and shoppers were waiting to peruse the deals on their faster work computers come Monday morning. (At the time, office PCs had better broadband than home setups.)

There's little difference between Black Friday and Cyber Monday these days because of the former's shift online, and based on our experience, neither is a categorically "better" day to shop. Sometimes it's worth waiting to see if an item you find on sale during Black Friday goes on sale at an even cheaper price on Cyber Monday — but again, you also run the risk of it selling out.

Price-tracking sites and coupon-hunting browser extensions can do a lot of the heavy lifting for you — our favorites include Honey, SlickDeals, Keepa, and camelcamelcamel. We'll also be keeping track of the best Black Friday deals ourselves right here on this page once they start bubbling up, so bookmark it for future reference.

If you want to seek out deals yourself, keep an eye out for dedicated Black Friday landing pages on retailers' websites. These serve as hubs for their best offers.

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