Top Best Buy deals ahead of Prime Day: 23 picks

Retailers are already trying to grab your eyeballs leading up to the big fall sales event, and Best Buy has announced a bunch of early tech deals that beat typical street pricing. I sifted through the offers that are live right now, cross-referenced with historical pricing data and came out with 23 standout picks you should feel comfortable buying today — no waiting required.

Best Buy’s early advantage over competing fall deals

Best Buy usually counter-programs Amazon’s event with flash sales and category promos, and this year is no different. The retailer plans to push shoppers toward aggressive bundle pricing and member-only drops for My Best Buy Plus/Premium subscribers. It’s not merely noise: Adobe’s retail trackers have detailed consistent electronics deflation and deeper markdowns even coming well in advance of peak holiday weeks, and Best Buy’s playbook is plainly to capture demand early.

Laptops and tablets you may want to snatch

Apple MacBook Air (M2), $699 (save $100). This is the no-drama ultrabook pick for both students and travelers; it still offers elite battery life and silent thermals. If you want more screen space but don’t want to move back to a Mac, the Microsoft Surface Pro is $1,000 (save $350) and still the best 2-in-1 for pen users and road warriors alike. Samsung’s Galaxy Book4 Edge for $500 (save $300) is a sleeper value for anyone intrigued by next-gen, AI-leaning Windows laptops without the highfalutin price tag.

For tablets, Apple’s 11-inch iPad (A16) for $299 (save $50) and iPad mini (A17) for $399 (save $100) hit the sweet spots for reading, note taking and on-the-go work. Creators, or those with multiple apps open at once, should aim for the 11-inch iPad Air (M3), at $549 (save $150); it works great with a keyboard case and undercuts “Pro” pricing. The budget buyers are not ignored: Shoppers can grab the ASUS Vivobook 14 for $380 (save $220) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3i Chromebook for $149 (save $100), which both handle everyday productivity, while Amazon’s Fire HD 8 tablet at $65 (save $35) is a good option as a travel streamer.

Headphones and audio deals worth considering now

Flagship audio doesn’t often go this cheap before the holidays. Beats Studio Pro at $200 (save $150) provide solid ANC and a crowd-pleasing sound profile, while Apple’s AirPods Max at $500 (save $50) are for listeners locked into the Apple ecosystem who prioritize effortless switching and spatial audio. If you’re a fan of neutral-tuned, commute-proof options, look out for the Sony WH‑1000XM5 — Best Buy has been running some intriguing sales that joust with historical lows.

Smart home and security discounts to watch closely

The Echo Show 5 (3rd gen) from Amazon, at $65 (save $25), is an inexpensive hub for timers, routines and monitoring doorbell cameras — compact enough to put on your nightstand or kitchen counter.

Renters or first-time home buyers may appreciate the SimpliSafe indoor security system at $115 (save $115), an uncomplicated introduction to the world of DIY protection without any installation drama. This second-gen Arlo smart video doorbell for $60 (save $70) continues to offer one of the best values when it comes to crisp HDR footage and trusted motion alerts.

There are network upgrades to be had as well: Google’s Nest WiFi Pro mesh kits and Roku’s Streaming Stick 4K have each plunged in price at Best Buy, and both rank high among the most impactful quality-of-life buys you can make if your home Wi‑Fi or television setup is overdue for a refresh.

Robot vacuums and floor care deals under the radar

If you’ve been dreaming of a sub-$600 robot mop-vac, this may be your time.

Speaking of washing and emptying, there’s currently no discount on flagship models like Roomba S9 Plus or Ultenic U10 — though it’s worth keeping an eye out in case special offers appear between now and the New Year. And remember, the $600 Roborock Q Revo Pro (save $400) already starts with strong suction and hands-off dock maintenance. The eufy X10 Pro Omni at $550 (save $250) throws in 8,000 Pa suction along with self-washing and self-emptying features previously reserved for $1,000 flagships. For an easier point of entry, Shark’s Matrix self-emptying robot vacuum at $300 (save $200) is a reliable first horse with a bagless base that keeps long-term running costs to a minimum.

Home TVs and daily upgrades worth grabbing on sale

Kitchen staples crop up in every Best Buy sale, and the $100 (a $30 savings) price on the Ninja Pods & Grounds single-serve iced coffee maker is one we only see on a rare brewer capable of brewing K‑Cups and grounds equally well.

Look to Best Buy for repeated drops on LG’s C‑series OLED (C3/C4) and Samsung’s QN90C Neo QLED for the living room that fall under that bar — they’ve had some genuinely immersive, limited-time pricing with real-world brightness and gaming features that outrank most middle-of-the-pack panels.

How I picked these deals using pricing and reviews

I leaned toward offers that are a minimum of 20 percent off typical street prices, or are rarely on sale. I compared against historical lows using price history trackers, sifted through retailer open-box stock for extra savings and balanced performance metrics (battery life, display quality, ANC effectiveness) with what matters in your day-to-day. Customer sentiment and reliability scores were also considered so nothing was sacrificed on the altar of “paper” discounts for subpar gear.

Buying tips to lock in value during early sales

Leverage Best Buy’s memberships for special pricing, expedited shipping and extended return windows, and then stack your savings with manufacturer rebates (when applicable). Open-box “Excellent” deals are not to lose sleep over — they often best new-item promos. For robot vacuums, make sure to get a self-emptying base and auto mop-wash if you’re looking for the most hands-off cleaning. For TVs, you should check the panel type (OLED vs mini‑LED) and HDMI 2.1 ports — instead of tracking peak marketing claims of brightness in nits.

When it comes to the big picture, the early Best Buy deals are matching up with what we would expect closer to the holidays.

With electronics prices falling every year, the chance of overpaying has less to do with timing and more to do with choosing the best product. The 23 deals above all come in above that bar — and they’re strong buys even before the main event starts.