Amazon Prime Day 2020 is almost here: The best deals you can already shop
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Let the countdown begin! After months of delay, Amazon has finally (finally!) announced the dates of its massive Prime Day 2020 savings event and we’re practically chomping at the bit to get in on all of the amazing discounts. While the sales bonanza won’t officially kick off until the middle of next month, you don’t have to wait to start saving.
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In addition to all the great everyday deals we regularly see on the site, the mega-retailer has dropped several early deals exclusively for its Prime Members. What's more, members who elect to support small businesses by shopping their stores through Amazon ahead of the big day will also earn a $10 credit to use for Prime Day 2020.
What is Prime Day?
Prime Day is an annual savings event hosted by Amazon exclusively for its members (sign up here for a free 30-day trial; then pay $12.99 per month) with some of the very best discounts you’ll see on top-rated items across the site all year long.
According to the company, sales from last year's event were higher than sales during 2018's Black Friday and Cyber Monday combined, with members purchasing 175 million items.
When is Amazon Prime Day 2020?
While Prime Day is usually held during peak summer months (last year’s event fell on July 15), this year’s savings event was delayed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The massive sale will now unofficially kick off the holiday shopping season for shoppers, falling on Tuesday, October 13 and Wednesday, October 14.
How does Amazon Prime Day work?
In order to shop the best Prime Day deals, you’ll have to sign up to become a Prime Day member. These discounts include everything from price drops on popular items to savings on Amazon's coveted subscription services, such as Audible Premium Plus, Amazon Music and more.
While most markdowns will come on the aforementioned dates, early deals are already dropping (shop our faves below), so keep checking back on our deals page for all the latest savings.
The best deals to shop ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2020
Get $10 in credit for Prime day: Spend $10 on your online Whole Foods or Amazon Fresh delivery order and earn $10 in account credit to spend on Prime Day. You'll also earn $10 in credit when you shop select small businesses or handmade, U.S.-based items through Monday, October 12.
Get 2 months of Prime Video Channels for $1.98: Prime members can sign up for two months of Epix, PBS Masterpiece, Sundance Now, Lifetime Movie Club, A&E Crime Central, PBS Documentaries, Urban Movie Channel, History Vault, Pantaya, Moviesphere, Motortrend or Up Faith & Family video channels at .99 per month right now (normally $3.99 to $6.99 per month). Scroll down to the ".99 per month for up to two months section to take advantage of this deal."
Get 3 Months of Amazon Kids+ for .99 (Save $6): Through Monday, October 12, Prime Day members will save $2 per month on their Amazon Kids+ subscription, which will give you access to all the kid-friendly books, movies, TV shows. Learning apps and games you can handle.
Get 3 Months of Amazon Music for Free (Save $23.97 to $29.97): New Prime subscribers to Amazon Music with Android devices can currently get 90 days of the service for free, with rates rising to $7.99 per month thereafter. Non-Prime members will pay $9.99 per month thereafter.
Get Prime Video rentals from $.99: Prime members can save a bundle on video rentals right now.
Get the Dash Mini Waffle Maker for $9.99 (Save $5): We loved this adorable waffle maker in testing, and right now, it's less than $10.
Get the QGeeM USB C to HDMI Adapter for $9.99 (Save $10): You can save 50% on this discounted adapter from QGeeM, which has more than 19,500 rave Amazon reviews.
Get 2 Echo Dots for $39.98 (Save $60): Through Monday, October 5, Prime Day members can grab two Echo Dots for the sale price of one with coupon code DOTPRIME2PK at checkout. Note that you'll need to add two devices to your cart for the code to work.
Get 6 Months of Kindle Unlimited for $29.97 (Save $29.97): New subscribers to Kindle Unlimited can get a big discount on a six-month plan.
Get the Masterbuilt MB20080220 Smoker Cover for $43.71 (Save $6.28): Make sure your investment cooker is protected from the elements with this top-rated cover.
Get the Aicook Slow Masticating Juicer for $74.59 (Save $30): We haven't tested this juicer yet, but it has a 4.4-star rating from more than 900 Amazon shoppers, and right now, you can save $30 when you check the coupon code beneath the price.
Get 1 Year of Audible Premium Plus for $99.95 (Save $50): New subscribers to Audible Premium Plus will save $50 on their first year, then pay the normal $149.95 rate.
Get the Cuisinart WAF-F20 Double Belgian Waffle Maker for $99.95 (Save $85.05): This waffle maker is one of the best waffle makers we've ever tested and you'll get an extra $9.96 off $99.95 sale price at checkout.
Get the Nespresso VertuoPlus by De’Longhi for $104.99 (Save $74.01): Similar to our favorite single-brew coffee maker in every way but design (this one's slightly less rounded), you can get this high-quality machine for nearly $75 off.
Get the Fire TV Recast for $129.99 (Save $100): Prime members will save 43% on this 4-star rated device.
Get the Bose Solo Pro Noise-Canceling Headphones from $199.95 (Save $100): Select colors are up to $100 off right now.
Get the Masterbuilt MB20070210 Analog Electric Smoker for $170.63 (Save $19.36): This smoker comes from one of our favorite brands and has a 4.5-star review from nearly 1,300 Amazon shoppers,
Get the eufy BoostIQ 11S Slim Robot Vacuum for $179.99 (Save $40): Check the coupon box beneath the price to save $30 on our favorite affordable robot vacuum.
Get the eufy BoostIQ 11S Max Robot Vacuum for $209.99 (Save $40): Check the coupon box beneath the price to save $40 on an upgraded version of our favorite affordable robo vac.
Get the Apple AirPods Pro for $219 (Save $30): The ultimate wireless earbuds are 12% off right now.
Get the Cuisinart Multiclad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware Set for $224.99 (Save $74.01): This stainless-steel cookware wowed us in testing, taking home our Editor's Choice award as the best overall set.
Get the Apple Watch Series 6 40mm GPS-only at Amazon for $384.99 (Save $14.01): The brand new Apple smart watch is currently $14 off its original list price at Amazon.
Get the Lane Home Furnishings Rocker Recliner from $562.38 (Save $90.62): This leather recliner is currently 10% off.
Get Subscription Boxes from $4.80: Prime members can get select monthly boxes for your kids, pets and more at up to 60% off.
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