The holiday shopping season has already begun, and Amazon's October Prime Day is here to help you save big. From technology to home essentials, you're sure to find a great deal under $25, like an Amazon Echo Dot for $23 or an Amazon Fire TV stick for $20. We've compiled a list of dozens of the best deals under $25 to help you stick within a tight budget. Don't wait as these deals only last under midnight.
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We'll be updating this list continuously so you can keep saving without having to do all of the work. We've also been searching Amazon for the best deals for those on differing budgets, whether you need to find deals under $10 or under $100. Want to save even more money this Prime Day? You could earn a $150 Amazon gift card instantly with approval from the Prime Visa card.
Best October Prime Day tech deals under $25
Top off your essentials, including phones, tablets, earbuds and other devices anytime, anywhere with this 10,000-mAh 30-watt portable power bank with a built-in USB-C cable and both USB-C and USB-A ports. It's down to just $18 right now, from its regular $26 tag.
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The fifth-gen Echo Dot smart speaker is our favorite budget smart speaker on the market and it's massively discounted by 54% off right now.
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Upgrade your charging setup with this three-in-one wireless charging station currently at a 20% discount for all colors other than black. It's perfect for charging your iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and other Qi-enabled devices simultaneously.
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This camera is IP66 weatherproof rated with clear 2K resolution and color night vision. It also offers free person, pet and vehicle detection.
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If you want the ease of flipping through streaming options, you'll love the Amazon Fire TV stick. This kit allows you to control your streaming with this remote and watch over 300,000 movies from Amazon-supported apps. It's currently discounted by 50%, which brings the price down to $20.
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Best October Prime Day smart home deals under $25
Outdoor smart lighting can cost significantly more than its nonsmart counterparts. A more cost-effective way to make your outdoor lights smart is by adding a smart plug to the system. The plug can be turned on and off via Alexa or Google and can even be used as a dimmer to set the right mood in your backyard. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon for the full discount.
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Best October Prime Day kitchen and home deals under $25
This rice cooker has one-touch operation and simultaneous steaming capabilities in a compact six-cup capacity.
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Get in on the pickleball craze with this starter set of two pickleball rackets and two pickleballs. These durable paddles are great for beginners to try things out without committing a lot of money. Don't let the beginner part fool you. These paddles are approved for competitive and tournament play if you do find yourself enjoying it.
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Why have a stylus, ruler, level, screwdriver, pen and bottle opener when you can get it all in one with this two-piece multitool pen set? Be sure to clip the extra 20% off on-page coupon to get the savings.
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Are you looking for something quick to grab for two of your kids to do at the park or the beach this summer? These nostalgic outdoor paddles with Velcro on them are a great blast from the past -- '90s-era parents can bond with their kids in merriment. This kit contains two balls and paddles for your kids to play catch in the yard or even in the pool.
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When does Amazon Prime Day start?
Amazon's October Prime Day-style event, Prime Big Deal Days, is happening now. It began on Oct. 8 and ends Oct. 9 at 11:59 pm PT. Some markdowns in the annual sale may continue for a few days afterward, but most will expire when the event officially comes to an end.
Do Prime deals change throughout the day?
Unfortunately, yes. All the deals we listed here, and the rest of the deals on Amazon, are subject to change at any given time before, after and even during the sale event. Here at CNET, we're constantly going through our pages to make sure that they are updated with the latest prices. Since prices can change at any time if you see something you like, we recommend buying it as soon as possible before the price changes, the deal expires or the item becomes unavailable.
How we choose the best Prime Big Deal Days deals
Many of us at CNET have covered shopping events for over five years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day, and countless other sales. In that time, we've learned how to spot the best deals among a sea of thousands of superficial offers and scams. We only surface the best offers from trusted retailers. We look for real discounts, quality reviews, and remaining sale time when choosing the best deals to show you.
- Real discounts mean genuine savings. We check pricing history for products listed as on sale so we know when it's a case of an inflated list price rather than an actual discount.
- Quality reviews and testing are super important for any product. A discount isn't worthwhile if it results in a subpar product experience, no matter how much you saved.
- The remaining sale time is important too. Some deals are only around for a short time or may be limited in supply. If that's the case, we'll let you know upfront so you don't come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.
How do Prime Day deals compare with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals?
Amazon's Prime Day event and Black Friday/Cyber Monday have many similarities. Anecdotally, Black Friday tends to have better deals on large ticket items such as TVs, home appliances and laptops, whereas Prime Big Deal Days will tend to focus on more everyday essentials and items under $25.
If you are looking for a good bargain on stuff you are likely to need all year round, buy them during Prime Big Deal Days. If you are looking for that "once-a-year" bargain, Black Friday is probably your best bet. If you want to beat the holiday rush there will be plenty of items on sale that make great gifts for loved ones.