The 60+ Best Black Friday Amazon Deals 2024: Apple, Roborock, Kindle And More

Amazon is the go-to retailer for many thanks to its massive product selection, shipping options, and exclusive membership perks, including deals and discounts. While it's true that some of Amazon's best deals drop during the brand's big shopping events like Amazon Prime Day, the retail giant is also a major player during sale events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Lucky for you, Amazon's Black Friday sale kicked off this week, so you can shop top deals ahead of Black Friday next week. 

Also: The best Black Friday deals live now

And with Black Friday just days away, there's really no better time to snag savings. That's why we rounded up the best Amazon deals you can shop ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. 

Our favorite Amazon Black Friday deals 2024

  • Current price: $20 
  • Original price: $40

Blink's popular Mini 2 indoor cam is on sale for 50% off right now. Grab one camera for $20, and keep track of pets, kids, and more inside your home, or upgrade to a double or triple pack, which are also half off. ZDNET's home expert Maria Diaz recommends these mini cameras over the Wyze Cam, and says it's a "feature-rich," smart camera. 

Also: Why I recommend the Blink Mini 2 security camera over the Wyze Cam

  • Current price: $73
  • Original price: $99

If you are forever losing your keys, consider this discount on a pack of Apple's AirTag tracker, our tested pick for the best Bluetooth tracker you can buy. 

The best Amazon Black Friday tech deals

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The best Amazon Black Friday TV deals 

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  • Fire TV Cube: $100 (save $40): Amazon's Fire TV cube streamlines your streaming experience. Enjoy hands-free Alexa and a multitude of shows and movies for 29% off. 
  • Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $22 (save $28): Turn any TV into a streaming hub with this HDMI device. It supports Wi-Fi 6 for stable connectivity and thousands of streaming apps.
  • Roku Express for $18 (save $12): A simplified streaming box with access to thousands of popular apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.
  • LG C4 OLED 65-inch: $1,497 (save $1,203): LG's flagship OLED TV has a 144Hz native refresh rate, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support, and VRR support for both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium. It's also our pick for the best OLED TV you can buy.
  • TCL QM85 98-inch: $3,924 (save $2,076): TCL's flagship QLED TV offers Dolby Vision IQ HDR, Dolby Atmos, up to a 240Hz refresh rate for console gaming, and built-in voice controls. ZDNET's expert reviewer tested this TV, and found it offers excellent picture quality, great sound, and a dedicated picture mode at an affordable price.
  • Samsung QN85D 85-inch: $1,797 (save $1,403 at Amazon): This big-screen TV has object-tracking sound as well as Dolby Atmos support for a more immersive experience while streaming movies, music, and TV shows.
  • TCL Q68 85-inch for $1,000 (save $500): A great mid-range TV with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support, a 120Hz max refresh rate, and built-in voice controls.
  • LG QNED85T 75-inch for $997 (save $250): A great mid-range LED TV from LG with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, and VRR support for both AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync.
  • Samsung Q70D 85-inch for $1,698 (save $902): A great mid-range Samsung TV with object-tracking sound, a built-in blue light filter to reduce eye strain, and built-in voice controls.
  • Samsung The Frame 55-inch for $999 (save $499): A gallery-inspired TV from Samsung with dedicated art mode, anti-glare matte screen, and built-in voice controls.
  • Sony X90L 98-inch for $4,998 (save $3,002): A cinema-sized TV with Dolby Vision HDR support, exclusive VRR features for the PS5, and 120Hz refresh rate.
  • TCL S3 40-inch for $140 (save $50): A budget-friendly smart TV with AirPlay support, Alexa voice controls, and 1080p resolution.
  • Hisense U6N 65-inch for $498 (save $202): This mid-range TV from Hisense supports both Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, has a 60Hz refresh rate, and Bluetooth connectivity.
  • Hisense U7 75-inch for $898 (save $502): A premium TV with Dolby Vision IQ HDR, Dolby Atmos virtual surround sound, a 144Hz refresh rate, and VRR support for console gaming.

The best Amazon Black Friday Apple deals

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  • Apple iPad Air M2: $749 (save $100): Our reviewer called the iPad Air M2 "the iPad most people should buy" -- and it's $100 off right now. Snag the 256GB Wi-Fi+ Cellular model in four different colors. 
  • Apple Watch Series 9: $339 (save $60): Last year's Watch Series 9 is $70 off in select models at some major retailers, including Amazon. 
  • Apple AirTag: $24 (save $6): Apple's AirTags are a handy buy and a ZDNET staple. ZDNET's Maria Diaz loves to use them to track her keys, bags, and, sometimes, her kids. Plus, this is the lowest we've seen a single AirTag for in several months. 
  • Apple AirPods 4: $119 (save $10): It's not too often you see deals on Apple earbuds before a sales event formally launches, but you can still save $10 on Apple's brand-new AirPods 4 range, which our reviewer says "features significant improvements to sound quality, noise cancellation, and comfort."
  • Apple 2023 MacBook Pro M3: $1,399 (save $200): If you're in the market for a MacBook Pro suitable for work and study, you can save $200 on a model with 512GB of storage. 
  • Apple AirPods Pro 2: $170 (save $80): Save $80 on a pair of Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds with spatial audio technologies and active noise cancellation, that can be used as an over-the-counter hearing aid, too. These are our pick for the best AIrPods you can buy.
  • Apple iPad Air 11-inch: $649 (save $100): You can save $100 on an 11-inch iPad Air. This lightweight tablet comes with an M2 chip, a Liquid Retina display, Wi-Fi and Cellular connectivity, and 128GB of storage.
  • Apple iPad Air 13-inch: $1,249 (save $200): Alternatively, save on a 13-inch model. This tablet's benefit is a massive 1TB storage capacity, as well as both Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity.
  • Apple iPhone 16 (128GB): $0 (save $830): If you sign up for a Boost Mobile plan, you can pick up an iPhone 16 for free at Amazon. It is available in a range of colors. 

The best Amazon Black Friday robot vacuum deals 

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The best Amazon Black Friday home security and camera deals 

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The best Amazon Black Friday home deals 

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FAQs

How much is an Amazon Prime membership?

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

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

College students and those aged 18-24 can get a discount and 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.

When is Black Friday?

Black Friday always falls the day after Thanksgiving in the US. This year, Black Friday will be on Nov. 29, 2024. 

When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday is the Monday following Thanksgiving weekend, and the end of the "Cyber 5" savings week. This year, Cyber Monday falls on Dec. 2, 2024. 

Are deals really better on Black Friday?

Black Friday certainly brings seasonal savings and, of course, some artificial deals you need to be aware of. But for the most part, it is a good time to score savings on a majority of products across tons of categories, from tech to home, to name a few. Perhaps the best part about Black Friday is the enormous amount of sales occurring at nearly every major retailer, both in-store and online, giving you the best opportunity to find savings at basically everywhere you like to shop. And while Amazon has great deals year-round, just like any other retailer, they're looking to maximize their sale traffic, too, meaning you can definitely expect savings. 

What's the difference between Black Friday and Cyber Monday?

Semantics, mostly. Black Friday traditionally refers to the day of savings that follows Thanksgiving, which at one point was an in-stores-only event. Over the years, Black Friday sales have expanded and lengthened to include online retailers, hence "Cyber Week" and "Cyber Monday." Cyber Monday refers to the Monday following Thanksgiving weekend, and originally referred to online savings on lots of products. These days, both Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer similar savings in-store and online. 

How did we choose these Black Friday deals?

Each holiday season, we carefully select the range of products we focus our coverage on, so we can be sure we're bringing you the best deals and the most information on products we're experts on. ZDNET also only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts 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. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. 

Where can you shop the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals? 

You can find Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals pretty much anywhere (that means in store and online). Popular retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Macy's, and more will all be offering holiday savings online and in their brick-and-mortar stores. 

What are the best Black Friday 2024 deals? 

ZDNET's experts have been searching through Black Friday sales live now to find the best discounts by category. These are the best Black Friday deals so far, by category:

You can also find the best Black Friday deals by price:

And the best Black Friday deals by retailer:

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