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It’s Prime Day! For more deals on Wirecutter picks that are actually worth grabbing, check out our list of the best Prime Day deals.
Amazon may have single-handedly invented Prime Day, but it’s hardly the only retailer offering major deals this week. Best Buy’s “Black Friday in July” sale is serving shoppers big discounts on some of our favorite Wirecutter picks from computers to earbuds. Here’s what we’ve found so far.
Sony WH-1000XM4 Bluetooth Wireless Headphones Deal price: $228; street price: $320
Working in a noisy environment doesn't have to be a miserable experience—consider the Sony WH-1000XM4 Bluetooth wireless headphones to diminish the racket of voices and noise around you. Now is a nice chance to save on a pair of comfortable, feature-packed headphones that sound great and are likely a cheaper solution than quitting your job.
Read our review of the best bluetooth wireless headphones.
Sony LinkBuds S Deal price: $158; street price: $200
Offering a lightweight design and comfortable fit, the Linkbuds S are another good option we like in our upcoming update to our wireless Bluetooth earbuds guide. They have middling noise cancellation, isolation, and sound, which makes the original $200 street price feel steep. However, this is a nice drop if you just want earbuds that reduce noise and support Google and Amazon Alexa.
Read our review of the best wireless bluetooth earbuds.
Logitech G502 Hero Gaming Mouse (Special Edition) Deal price: $35; street price: $40 (with store pickup)
If you want a highly customizable wired mouse for gaming, then look no further than the Logitech G502 Hero. This special edition color variant typically goes for less and sees more sale than the all black version, but it's still worth considering. In order to get this $35 deal price, you'll need to opt for store pick-up. We expect to see the black color for sale at some point soon, so it's up to you whether this finish is to your liking.
Read our review of the best gaming mouse.
Corsair HS60 Pro Gaming Headset Deal price: $40; street price: $60
Balancing comfort and price, our budget gaming headset isn't perfect, but it's the best model under $60 we tested. The HS60 fits comfortably, sounds good, and has a reliable mic. Though it suffers from sound bleed and doesn't have a removable cable, the HS60 is compatible with PC, mobile, and all consoles—making it an excellent option if you use more than one gaming platform. Matching the lowest we've seen, this is a good option if budget is your top priority.
Read our review of the best gaming headsets.
HyperX Alloy Origins Core Gaming Keyboard Deal price: $60; street price: $90
To a gamer, a quality keyboard is one of the most important accessories for success. Another good option we speak of in our mechanical keyboard guide, the HyperX Alloy Origins Core is perfect for those wanting to tailor their keyboard to fit their videogaming needs. Down to the lowest we've seen, the Core offers RGB backlighting, macro support, and a removable USB-C cable to compliment its minimalist design. While the overall build quality isn't as high as our official picks, the Core felt better and had nicer software than the other gaming keyboards we tested.
Read our review of the best gear and peripherals for PC gaming.
Google Pixel 6 Android Phone (Unlocked, 128 GB) Deal price: $500; street price: $600
Update: Also available from Best Buy in multiple colors. The best Android phone for most people, the Google Pixel 6 offers the best software experience on Android with hardware to match. With the best Android camera we’ve ever tested, a fast custom Tensor processor, and excellent build quality, the Pixel can hold its own against phones double its price. Our first listing for the standard version, you can get a carrier unlocked phone with 128 GB of storage for $500.
Read our review of the best Android phones.
Google Nest Hub Max Smart Display Deal price: $170; street price: $230
If you're looking to try out a new smart display, we think home chefs already invested in Google Assistant ecosystem will get the most out of the Nest Hub Max. With its large 10-inch screen, the Nest can easily transform from a beautiful digital photo frame to your own personal cookbook—verbally walking you through recipes so you don't have to touch anything with ingredient-dirtied hands. Today's price matches the lowest we've seen.
Read our review of the best smart display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Google Nest Hub Smart Display (2nd Gen) Deal price: $55; street price: $100
Seamlessly upgrade your home into a smart home with the Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen). You can integrate light switches, TVs, your Google Assistant device, doorbell/security camera, and many more smart-home devices (which you can control with a tap or your voice). The 2nd generation model offers most of the same features as the larger Google smart display, but ditches the camera to add a little more privacy. Clocking in at around 7 inches, this unobtrusive Nest works well on a bedside table and includes sleep tracking abilities.
Read our review of the best smart display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Google Chromecast with Google TV Deal price: $40; street price: $50
The best media streaming devices should quickly and effortlessly connect you with the content you want—and that's exactly what the Google Chromecast does. With a re-designed more modern than the competition, this streaming device de-throned the Roku Streaming Stick+ as our top pick because it better reflects how people watch video in 2022. Now is a nice chance to save if you value the Chromecast's useful remote, voice search capabilities, and 4K HDR video support (including Dolby Vision).
Read our review of the best media streaming devices.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat + Google Nest Hub Max Smart Display Bundle Deal price: $370; street price: $480
A smart thermostat takes the guesswork out of heating and cooling your home. Our top pick will adjust to your schedule and balance temperatures according to your preferences to help trim utility usage and bills. The Google Assistant–enabled Google Nest Hub Max is a handy digital assistant for streaming audio and video or making video calls. Both items together are down to $370, but for a less pricey investment, you can bundle the thermostat with the Google Nest Hub for $250.
Read our review of the best smart thermostat.
Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker Deal price: $60; street price: $100
The Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker is a great choice for anyone looking for an inexpensive multiroom audio system, and it's especially great for Google devotees. One of the advantages of the Nest Audio over other smart-home speakers is that it uses Google for search results, which usually provides more satisfying answers than other search engines. Back down to $60, this deal matches the previous best price we've seen for a single Nest Audio.
Read our review of Google Home.
Vizio M-Series 4K LED M70Q7 TV (70-Inch) Deal price: $700; street price: $1000
Our runner-up pick from our guide to 4K TVs on a budget, the M-Series is a solid TV that performs nearly as well as our top pick. Though our testers thought that the Vizio offered good picture quality for its price and nice gaming features (like HDMI 2.1), they found that the integrated SmartCast streaming platform was largely mediocre. Matching the lowest we've seen, this is a great option for those who don't want to break the bank.
Read our review of the best 4K TV on a budget.
Insignia NS-HAWHP2 Wireless TV Headphones Deal price: $50; street price: $100
If your household’s TV-viewing habits are out of sync, there is a solution that can bring some peace. Wireless TV headphones allow you to enjoy TV shows, movies, and video games without disturbing people around you. Our top pick for the best wireless TV headphones are easy to use, sound good, and deliver a comfortable fit so you can enjoy marathon binge-watching and gaming sessions.
Read our review of the best wireless TV headphones.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2021) Deal price: $30 with store pickup; street price: $40
With so many streaming services, it's nice to have a dedicated media streamer that consolidates all of your subscriptions into a single place and does the job well. Our runner-up pick has the widest selection of services overall, and the player supports all the major 4K HDR standards (including Dolby Vision, HLG, and HDR10+), though Roku's interface feels dated and doesn't integrate all your recently watched and preferred content into one menu as our top pick does.
Read our review of the best media streaming devices.
Roku Streambar Soundbar Deal price: $90; street price: $110
Whether you're looking for an inexpensive 2.0 soundbar or simply want an all-in-one solution that includes a media streamer, the Roku Streambar is another option we like. Though it's not a sonic powerhouse, the Roku boasts a fuller sound than most TV speakers, has Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2 support, and a more cost-effective price than even our budget pick. Plus, it comes with a built-in Roku Streaming Stick + 4K HDR streamer.
Read our review of the best soundbar.
Roku Express 4K+ Media Streamer Deal price: $24; street price: $40
If you're limited on space behind your TV or are looking for the best picture quality you can get, the Roku Express 4K+ is a solid option that our testers liked. While the Express has a great remote and offers HDR10+ video, unfortunately, not many services or TVs currently support that feature. We also found that in comparison to our runner-up pick, the Express had a worse overall Wi-Fi connection. It's still a good option if your TV is compatible with HDR10+, or your media setup doesn't allow for the larger Roku Streaming Stick.
Read our review of the best media streaming devices.
$100 Instacart Gift Card + $15 Best Buy Gift Card (Digital Delivery) Deal price: $100; street price: $115
Avoid the crowds and save yourself time and money by getting your groceries delivered with Instacart. Unlike some other services, Instacart employs independent contractors to shop directly at your choice of available retailers. Instacart also offers the option pickup in-store for some retailers. Note: Instacart charges a higher premium for delivery fees and does not deliver to every zip code. Although this $100 Instacart Gift Card isn't discounted, it comes with a free $15 Best Buy Gift Card. It's a nice opportunity to save if you use Instacart and also shop at Best Buy.
Read our review of the best options for grocery delivery during the coronavirus pandemic.
Epson FastFoto FF-680W Portable Document Scanner Deal price: $500; street price: $550
Unlike most traditional scanners that can bend documents and photos, the Epson FastFoto FF-680W quickly and reliably produces high-resolution photo scans without damaging the original. We particularly appreciated our upgrade pick's rapid-fire photo scanning abilities, though it costs and weighs more than our other portable document scanner picks. This recurring deal is a nice chance to save if you need to digitize a big pile of documents and receipts.
Read our review of the best portable document scanner.
Acer Chromebook Spin 514 (CP514-1H-R4HQ) Deal price: $200; street price: $480
The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 (CP514-1H-R4HQ) is an all-around solid Chromebook, with a comfortable keyboard, a responsive trackpad, and 11 hours of battery life. Compared to our top picks, the Spin 514 is larger and heavier, and its processor has lower performance when the laptop is unplugged. The laptop is still fast enough for basic computer tasks, so if you don't mind the bigger size and lower performance when unplugged, this is a great chance to snag a solid Chromebook. This Chromebook comes with an AMD Ryzen 3 3000 processor, 4 GB of RAM, and a 64 GB eMMC SSD.
Read our review of the best chromebook.
WD Easystore 14TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive Deal price: $210; street price: $260
Down to $210, this is a solid price for an option that our hard drive guide writers like, but only for the right person—because this hard drive is overkill for most, and usually has a price to match. Our testers relegated this speedy external drive to the competition section (and eventually out of the guide altogether) because we felt that the slightly superior performance wasn't worth the extra cost, but when it's well-discounted, that story changes a bit. While we have seen slightly better deals in the past, discounts are few and far between on this expansive drive.
Read our review of the best external hard drives.
Fujifilm Instax Link Wide Wireless Photo Printer Deal price: $130; street price: $150
Great for parties or picnics, a portable instant photo printer lets you snap and print fun memories anywhere you like. If you're after a classic Polaroid look, the Fujifilm Instax Link Wide prints 3.4-by-4.3-inch photographs with a 2.4-by-3.9-inch image area and a white border. Consistent from one print to the next, the mobile app is easy to set up and use, while the printer itself is small enough to toss in a bag and carry around. Down to the lowest we've seen, create fun memories this summer with this compact printer option.
Read our review of the best instant photo printer.
Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Outdoor Security Camera (Add-On Cam) Deal price: $170; street price: $180
If you want a completely cordless outdoor Wi-Fi camera, we recommend the Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera as our top pick for the best outdoor security camera. This battery-operated camera produced clear 2K images day and night and delivered the most specialized alerts of any cordless cam we tested. It can also distinguish between people, animals, vehicles, packages, and general motion—for an added monthly fee. We found the battery should last about two months before needing a new charge, but it will drain faster if you frequently record continuous motion.
Read our review of the best outdoor security camera.
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug2 (14 oz) Deal price: $120; street price: $140
The Ember Mug2 is the newest version of the smartest coffee mug in our guide to the best gifts for coffee lovers. While it won't keep your drink as piping hot as the Zojirushi, it will keep your beverage at a toasty 120-145 degrees Fahrenheit (depending on what temperature you choose in the Ember app). It can't go in the dishwasher and comes with a steep price tag, but we were surprised by how effective and fun the Ember mug was to use—even if it's a bit superfluous. Only the deep blue is discounted, but some other colors include a $30 Best Buy gift card.
Read our review of the best gifts for coffee lovers.
Lyric Therapeutic Massager Deal price: $130; street price: $180
The Lyric Therapeutic Massager is less of a massage gun and more of a handheld massager. It's more gentle and comes with four soft, interchangeable attachments, and a handle extender that gives you longer-than-average reach. It's simple, sleek, and only weighs 1 pound—noticeably lighter compared to our other picks. While it requires a Wi-Fi connection, this gives you the ability to update its built-in features and supplemental content, like videos. This deal is a new low price for this gentler massage gun we speak well of in our guide.
Read our review of the best massage guns.
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