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The 50 Best Prime Day Tech Deals

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By Wirecutter Staff

Prime Day is heavy on the tech deals. And because the Wirecutter Deals team tracks prices every day of the year and posts only those discounts that meet its standards, you know you’re getting the very best, expert-vetted items at the best prices. Below, we list some of our favorite deals that have passed muster, and our Deals page dedicated to electronics has even more.

We’re also rounding up the best Apple deals in a dedicated article.

An Apple MacBook Air.
Photo: Dave Gershgorn

What we like: Our top pick for the best MacBook. Updated design with a brighter screen and better webcam. Brings back the MagSafe port. Great for everyday work tasks, browsing the web, watching movies, and even playing App Store games.

Other things to know: Comes with our recommended specs. Costco membership required for Costco deal.

Read our review of the best MacBooks.

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) — Our Pick
Costco deal price: $250; street price: $290

What we like: An upgrade over similarly priced smart speakers. Convenient features for iOS users, like handoff and Siri integration.

Other things to know: Best for iOS users. Costs a lot for the performance it delivers. Deal price available in white. Costco membership required.

Read our review of the Apple HomePod.

What we like: Our pick for the best small macOS desktop PC. Compact, fast, and energy-efficient. Powered by Apple's latest M2 processor. Extremely quiet.

Other things to know: Memory and storage are not upgradeable. 8 GB RAM may not be enough for intensive work. 256 GB SSD is relatively small and may require supplemental storage. No accessible ports from the front.

Read our review of the best mini desktop PCs.

Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, 44 mm) — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $230; street price: $265

What we like: Our budget pick for best smartwatch for iPhone owners. GPS-enabled version with midnight aluminum case and sport band. Performs most of the same Apple Watch functions as the more expensive models (including push notifications, heart-rate monitoring, and crash detection), but costs significantly less.

Other things to know: Lacks always-on display, temperature sensors, ECG feature, and blood-oxygen measurements. Water-resistant to 50 meters. Lowest price we've seen for the 44mm model. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Apple Watch.

The Keychron Q1 Version 2 situated below its larger counterpart, Keychron Q2, while both are plugged in.
Photo: Michael Murtaugh

We’re also rounding up the best laptop computer deals in a dedicated article.

Keychron Q2 Mechanical Keyboard — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $160; street price: $190

What we like: Variant of our upgrade pick for best compact mechanical keyboard. No function key or numpad. Solid aluminum case. Customizable RGB backlighting. Compatible with Windows and Mac. Full key programmability. Optional knob controls the volume by default. Hot-swappable switches.

Other things to know: Legends on the included keycaps have some typographical inconsistencies.

Read our review of the best compact mechanical keyboards.

What we like: Another Windows ultrabook we like when it’s on sale for less than our budget pick. Lasted more than 13 hours in our battery test. Keyboard and trackpad work well.

Other things to know: Feels bulkier and cheaper than our budget pick, and its display isn’t as crisp, smooth, or bright. Comes with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage. Deal for Prime members.

Read our review of the best Windows Ultrabook.

What we like: Our former top MacBook pick is still a great option—it’s now our budget pick. Enough memory and storage for most day-to-day work. Approximate 14-hour battery life. Lightweight with solid construction, a comfy-to-use keyboard, and industry-leading customer support.

Other things to know: Apple’s proprietary M1 processor is still good enough for most people, but it’s not as fast as the M2. Specs include 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, 13.3-inch Retina display, one 3.5mm jack, and two Thunderbolt 3 ports. Costco membership required.

Read our review of the best MacBooks.

TP-Link RE315 Wi-Fi Extender — Our Pick
Amazon deal price: $25; street price: $35

What we like: Our top pick for the best Wi-Fi extender and signal booster. Reliably improved spotty Wi-Fi connections and speed during our testing. Compact. Easy to set up. Has an Ethernet port for connecting wired devices.

Other things to know: With a compatible TP-Link router, you can use the RE315’s OneMesh feature. Otherwise, extenders create a second network name that you connect to when necessary.

Read our review of the best Wi-Fi extender and signal booster.

Dell S2722QC 27-Inch Monitor — Budget Pick
Dell deal price: $293; street price: $375

What we like: Our budget pick for the best 4K monitor. Great image quality with color-accurate display. Balances high-end features with competitive price. One-year Dell warranty (typically reserved for higher-end models).

Other things to know: Includes USB hub with two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, two HDMI ports, and one USB-C port. Refresh rate not ideal for gaming. Prime membership required for Amazon deal.

Read our review of the best 4K monitors.

Our pick for best android tablet on a budget, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (12th generation).
Photo: Ryan Whitwam

What we like: Our budget pick for best Android tablet. Surprisingly great for the price. Best suited to watching Amazon Prime videos and other Amazon content. USB-C charging (finally).

Other things to know: 32 GB storage. Low-resolution 1280 x 800 screen. Doesn’t have access to the Google Play store or any of Google’s apps. Lock-screen displays ads; this can be disabled for an extra $15. New low price for this generation. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best Android tablets.

Amazon Kindle eBook Reader (2022) — Upcoming Pick
Amazon deal price: $65; street price: $90

What we like: Our upcoming new top pick for the best ebook reader. Amazon’s most affordable Kindle. 6-inch screen upgraded with a higher pixel density for sharper text. USB-C charging.

Other things to know: Amazon’s well-stocked store of ebooks continues to remain its biggest selling point, as is the ease of checking out library books via Libby and sending them directly to a Kindle. First-time deal for the model with lockscreen ads supported. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best eBook reader.

Samsung Galaxy S23+ Android Phone (256 GB) — Our Pick
Amazon deal price: $750; street price: $1000

What we like: Our pick for the best full-featured Android smartphone for older adults. Good range of health, safety, and accessibility features. Excellent camera, call quality, and volume. Large, crystal-clear screen—the best we’ve seen on an Android phone.

Other things to know: Battery seemed to drain slightly faster than other picks. May be too large and heavy for those with smaller hands or reduced grip strength. The most expensive Android phone we tested. First-time deal. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best cell phones for older adults.

Wacom Intuos Drawing Tablet — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: The most compatible, customizable, and precise graphics tablet that beginners can get for less than $100. Our top pick comes with Corel Painter Essentials 8 for drawing and painting and Corel AfterShot Pro 3 for photo editing.

Other things to know: 6-by-3.7-inch drawing area and connects via USB. Only has four tablet keys, fewer than other tablets in this price range.

Read our review of the best drawing tablets for beginners.

Google Pixel 7a (Unlocked, 128 GB) — Budget Pick
Target deal price: $450; street price: $500

What we like: Our budget-pick Android phone. Better display and improved cameras versus Pixel 6a predecessor. Same Tensor G2 processor as flagship Pixel 7. Solid battery life and wireless charging.

Other things to know: Pricier than Google's typical budget phones. Back is recycled plastic instead of Gorilla Glass.

Read our review of the best Android phones.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best Android tablet. Fast, sleek, and feature-packed. 12.4-inch OLED screen is even sharper and brighter than that of our top pick. S Pen stylus included.

Other things to know: 1752×2800 resolution. 120 Hz refresh rate. Samsung promises updates through Spring 2026. When not on sale, we think most people should just get an iPad.

Read our review of the best Android tablets.

Our pick for best fitness tracker that is well-rounded out and has great display, the Fitbit Charge 5, in front of a yellow background.
Photo: Marki Williams

Fitbit Charge 5 Fitness Tracker — Runner-Up
Amazon deal price: $100; street price: $130
Walmart deal price: $100; street price: $130

What we like: Easy-to-navigate touchscreen. Comfortable to wear and consistently accurate. Has built-in GPS and solid battery life.

Other things to know: Bigger and more expensive than our top pick. Reliable overall though we experienced some functional hiccups during testing. On sale in the black/graphite color.

Read our review of the best fitness trackers.

Amazfit Band 7 Fitness Tracker — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $38; street price: $48

What we like: A budget option we like from our guide to the best fitness trackers. Accurate readouts and very strong battery life.

Other things to know: Still below the capabilities of our other picks, but a good inexpensive option.

Read our review of the best fitness trackers.

What we like: An accurate fitness tracker with many smartwatch-like features. Lets you opt out of cloud storage for privacy, though this means you lose useful features like historical fitness data. Wide variety of monitored metrics.

Other things to know: A step closer to a GPS running watch than the Fitbit trackers we recommend.

We’re also rounding up the best TV deals in a dedicated article.

The MoGo 2 mini projector in silver.
Photo: Michael Hession

Xgimi MoGo 2 Mini Portable Projector — Our Pick
Amazon deal price: $300; street price: $400

What we like: One version of our top portable projector pick (if you don’t need 1080P). Compact form and built-in streaming. Support for Bluetooth audio, and a USB-C charging port. Built-in speakers perform well. Minimal fan noise.

Other things to know: Lacks a built-in battery. Black levels could be better. Not intended for high-def movie watching or gaming. Can’t turn off the HDR function when using built-in Android TV streaming apps.

Read our review of the best portable mini projector.

What we like: Our budget-pick LCD/LED TV. Has many of the same performance-enhancing features as our top pick. Offers LED backlighting with local dimming and 120 Hz refresh rate. Supports all major HDR formats. Produces a very respectable 4K HDR image.

Other things to know: Not as bright as our other picks and also has less precise backlight control. Has only one full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 input. Vizio’s SmartCast platform isn’t our favorite smart-TV interface.

Read our review of the best LCD/LED TV.

What we like: A staff favorite QLED TV that mounts perfectly flush against the wall like framed artwork. Smart screensaver can display photos or art when not in use. Bezel is customizable to match room decor.

Other things to know: Good image quality, but not equal to manufacturer’s best 4K and 8K models. Separate monthly subscription required for most art. New low. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best rollable screens, art frames, and easel TVs.

Samsung QN90B Series QLED TV (85-Inch) — Upgrade Pick
Best Buy deal price: $2300; street price: $3000

What we like: Our upgrade LCD TV pick. Better contrast ratios, best-in-class HDR brightness, and wider viewing angle than our top pick. 120 Hz refresh rate. Four gamer-friendly HDMI 2.1 inputs. Well-designed center stand with rear cable management.

Other things to know: Not compatible with the Dolby Vision HDR format. Clunky on-screen interface. Deal matches the best price we've seen for the 85-inch size.

Read our review of the best LCD/LED TV.

LG C3 OLED TV (55-Inch) — Upcoming Pick
Amazon deal price: $1,500; street price: $1,900

What we like: Our upcoming runner-up pick for the best OLED TV. An excellent choice and one of the top OLED values of 2023. Delivers top-notch picture quality and has all the extras you’d expect from a premium TV.

Other things to know: Neither as bright nor as colorful as our top pick. Navigation of its webOS smart TV platform feels a little dated. A previous-generation model might be enough for most people.

Read our review of the best OLED TV.

Roku Streaming Stick 4K — Runner-Up
Home Depot deal price: $35; street price: $45

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best media streaming device. Supports almost every major service. Clean, simple interface. Affordable 4K resolution.

Other things to know: Search and discovery features are more limited than our top pick.

Read our review of the best media streaming devices.

Google Chromecast with Google TV — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: Our top pick for a media streaming device has an intuitive interface. Useful remote, voice search capabilities, and 4K HDR video support (including Dolby Vision).

Other things to know: Menu isn't very customizable. Only available in select colors from Walmart.

Read our review of the best media streaming devices.

What we like: Another good pair of TV headphones we like for bigger head sizes. Large, comfortable headband. Features rechargeable batteries and docking station. Support for multiple headsets. Solid audio quality.

Other things to know: Cheap-feeling plastic design. Lower latency and higher price tag than our main pick for multiple users. New low. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wireless TV headphones.

JBL Bar 5.0 Soundbar — Another Good Option
Woot deal price: $190; street price: $320

What we like: Another option we speak well of in our guide to the best soundbar. Testers were surprised at how spacious this small, minimalist model sounded. Great if you want a very simple solution for enveloping audio.

Other things to know: Relatively pricey for a soundbar that doesn't come with a subwoofer or have the option to add one. Free shipping with Prime. One-year manufacturer limited warranty.

Read our review of the best soundbar.

Panasonic DP-UB820 4K Blu-ray Player — Upgrade Pick
Amazon deal price: $400; street price: $500

What we like: Our upgrade pick is very similar to our top 4K Blu-ray player pick in performance, but adds support for the Dolby Vision HDR standard. More audio connection options, plus a front-panel display, and faster in use.

Other things to know: The additional features come with a big price increase that may not be worth it, even on sale.

Read our review of the best 4K Blu-ray player.

Epson Home Cinema 5050UB 4K Projector — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $2500; street price: $3000
Abt Electronics deal price: $2500; street price: $3000

What we like: Our former budget 4K projector pick. UltraBlack technology produces exceptional black levels. Supports 3D video. Excellent picture quality.

Other things to know: Unlike our top pick, isn't true 4K—but is $1300 cheaper. Uses earlier version of Epson’s pixel-shifting technology. No HDMI 2.1 inputs. Need to periodically change lamps is added cost, unlike laser projectors.

Read our review of the best 4K projector.

Our pick for best workout headphones on a budget, the JLab Go Air Sport, in black, shown next to their charging case.
Photo: Michael Hession

JLab Go Air Sport Wireless Headphones — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $20; street price: $30

What we like: Our budget pick for the best running and workout headphones. Earbuds hook over your ears to stay in place. Sounds surprisingly decent for the price. IP55 dust- and water-resistance rating for withstanding sweat. Eight-hour battery life. Charging case holds additional 24 hours of power.

Other things to know: No transparency mode, but either earbud works independently. Large case likely won’t fit in a pocket. Clip on-page Target Circle coupon. Select store pickup or get free shipping with RedCard (plus 5% off).

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

What we like: Our wireless Bluetooth earbuds pick for those who want voice-activated Siri control. Secure fit, rich sound, plus easy pairing and connection swapping with iCloud-connected Apple devices.

Other things to know: People sensitive to ear pressure may not like the fit. Can't be paired with more than one device simultaneously and the chunky case can’t charge wirelessly. One-year manufacturer's limited warranty. Free shipping for Amazon Prime members.

Read our review of the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds.

Moondrop Quarks Wired Earbuds — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $13; street price: $15

What we like: Our pick for the best cheap wired earbuds. Excellent sound quality for the price. Feels sturdy. Three-button remote and mic on the cable.

Other things to know: Comes in both a microphone and non-microphone version. Lacks any waterproof rating. One-year warranty. Recurring deal price.

Read our review of the best earbuds under $50.

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best portable Bluetooth speaker. Offers good sound quality, solid durability, and USB-C charging. Runs for about 10.5 hours on a charge. IP67-rated, can withstand dust and immersion in one meter of water for 30 minutes.

Other things to know: Our testers liked the sound and design of our top pick more. Use code UBOOMLWC to get the deal price.

Read our review of the best portable Bluetooth speaker.

Anker Soundcore Space A40 Earbuds — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $55; street price: $80

What we like: Our top pick for best true wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Great sound, excellent noise cancellation, and long battery life. Pocket-sized charging case holds additional 40 hours of power and supports wireless charging. Dual device connectivity.

Other things to know: Doesn't support voice assistants like Alexa or Siri. IPX4 rating for basic sweat and water resistance. 18-month warranty. Prime membership required.

Read our review of the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds.

Fosi Audio BT20A Mini Stereo Amplifier — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $63; street price: $80

What we like: Our top mini stereo amp pick is powerful enough to drive large tower speakers. Standard RCA jacks and a Bluetooth/auxiliary input switch. Compact overall size.

Other things to know: Looks and feels a little cheap. No way to precisely set it for a completely flat tonal response.

Read our review of the best stereo amplifiers and receivers under $300.

What we like: Good wireless Bluetooth earbud option if you want to access Alexa hands-free. Best for die-hard Amazon fans. Average noise cancellation.

Other things to know: Comes with a wired charging case in lieu of a wireless case. A new cheaper version is available but features an open design. Might be a little large for smaller ears. Limited controls. Five-hour battery life isn't great. Exclusive for Prime members.

Read our review of the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds.

Jabra Elite 4 Active Earbuds — Another Good Option
Amazon deal price: $67; street price: $100

What we like: Another good option from our guide to workout headphones. Durable and tough, with high water and dust resistance. Great fit and stays firmly in ear during workouts. Intuitive controls for convenient media control.

Other things to know: Device connectivity can be fussy at times. Microphone sounds muffled on calls. Middling active noise cancellation. Down to a new low price, Prime membership required. Black color option available at this price, other colors available for slightly more.

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

What we like: Our top pick for the best portable Bluetooth speaker. Longer Bluetooth range (130 feet) than previous generations. 14-hour battery life. Waterproof and dust-proof. Can pair speakers together for stereo sound.

Other things to know: Still uses a Micro-USB jack for charging. Only minor upgrades from the version 2 Wonderboom, and is visually much the same.

Read our review of the best portable Bluetooth speaker.

Tribit MoveBuds H1 Wireless Earbuds — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $72; street price: $90

What we like: Our also great pick for best workout headphones. 15-hour battery life. Offers high IPX8 water-resistance rating and a hear-through mode. Package includes six different sizes of ear tips.

Other things to know: Lacks the active noise cancellation and voice-activation capabilities of our pricier picks. One-year warranty. Lightning deal.

Read our review of the best workout headphones.

Shure MV5 USB Microphone — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $79; street price: $99

What we like: Our pick for a more portable USB mic. Delivers great sound. Our audio experts all liked this model. When unscrewed from its stand, the mic is about the size and shape of a billiard ball.

Other things to know: Doesn’t have the additional sound-pickup patterns that our top pick does. First discount in over a year, but street price has increased drastically since we last posted a deal.

Read our review of the best USB microphone.

Shokz OpenRun Headphones — Our Pick
Amazon deal price: $90; street price: $130

What we like: Our pick for the best headphones for runners who don’t like earbuds. Bone-conduction headphones that transmit music directly to your inner ear and keep your ear canal open. Clear vocal range, easy-access controls, solid build quality, light weight, and IP67 waterproof design.

Other things to know: Can't hear a lot of bass or deep tones without turning the volume up to an intensity that causes the pads on your temples to buzz and tickle your face. Two-year warranty. Proprietary charging cable.

Read our review of the best headphones for running.

A Canon Selphy CP1500.
Photo: Arriana Vasquez

What we like: The best instant printer for larger prints. Prints on 5-by-6-inch glossy paper. Largest, sharpest, most color accurate prints of any portable photo printer we tested.

Other things to know: Removable paper tray accounts for seven inches of depth to printer. Lowest price we've seen.

Read our review of the best instant photo printer.

What we like: A variation of our top pick digital photo frame. Offers easy setup, vivid display, pleasing design and near-zero pillarboxing. Loading photos and videos remotely is a breeze.

Other things to know: Available in two colors with the white mat. Free Aura app works with iOS and Android phones. Use code PRIME.

Read our review of the best digital photo frame.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for best action camera. Larger image sensor can shoot both vertical and horizontal formats at the same time. Native in-camera Horizon Lock. Best low-light video results.

Other things to know: Minor upgrade over the HERO10 with largely identical performance and features. Bundle includes shorty hand grip, two spare Enduro batteries, compact case, and 64 GB microSD card. Costco membership required. New low for this bundle.

Read our review of the best action camera.

Sony ZV-1 Camera — Our Pick
Amazon deal price: $648; street price: $750

What we like: Our favorite camera for vlogging outdoors and on the go. A pick in our guides to the best vlogging gear and the best point-and-shoot camera. Compact, light, and able to record stabilized 4K video. Records stereo audio and has flip-out screen.

Other things to know: Lack of lock on the lens or on the power button, so the camera can turn on unintentionally in a bag or pocket. Any new camera brings a learning curve.

Read our review of the best vlogging cameras and gear.

Sony α6600 Vlogging Camera — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $1000; street price: $1400

What we like: Our vlogging camera pick that offers the best image quality for the money. Can shoot 4K video and slow-motion. Has a flip-up screen, and you can use it with any number of E-mount lenses from Sony and third-party manufacturers.

Other things to know: Larger and far more expensive than our other picks. Really only for vloggers who have gotten their process down. Body only.

Read our review of the best vlogging cameras and gear.

We’re also rounding up the best gaming deals in a dedicated article.

The Razer BlackShark V2 gaming headset resting on its back.
Photo: Michael Hession

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Gaming Headset — Upgrade Pick
Best Buy deal price: $100; street price: $120

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best gaming headset. Offers rich, enveloping sound with superb clarity. Lightweight build is comfortable for long gaming sessions, even while wearing glasses.

Other things to know: Connects wirelessly but comes with a 3.5mm cable compatible with any console. Charges via micro-USB cable. Two-year warranty. Deal price is for white.

Read our review of the best gaming headsets.

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Gaming Headset — Budget Pick
Best Buy deal price: $35; street price: $50

What we like: Our budget gaming-headset pick. Punches above its price point. Clear, balanced sound at any volume. Best microphone of all our picks. Comfortable, replaceable earcups. Auto-mutes when mic is swiveled upward. Compatible with all consoles.

Other things to know: Feels cheaper than our other picks. Non-removable cable and microphone. New low price.

Read our review of the best gaming headsets.

What we like: Our pick for a cheaper wireless gaming mouse. Comfortable, accurate, and responsive, and it can connect via USB or Bluetooth.

Other things to know: Lacks some of the buttons and features that more expensive options have. Uses mechanical switches instead of optical switches. Prone to double-click switch failure. Uses one AA battery. Has a two-year warranty. Choose store pickup to avoid shipping fees.

Read our review of the best gaming mouse.

What we like: A good mechanical keyboard if you want RGB backlighting, macro support, and other gaming-specific features. Better build quality and software than other options we tested. Minimalist design. Removable USB-C cable.

Other things to know: Matches recurring deal price. We don't recommend the non-PBT version, which has thinner ABS keycaps that feel and sound cheaper and wear out much faster.

Read our review of the best mechanical keyboards.

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