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If you haven't gotten a start on your holiday shopping yet, then lucky you -- because Black Friday sales are happening now, which means your procrastination just might pay off. As usual, some of the best sales and steepest discounts are on Amazon, so you can quickly cross everyone off of your gift list without dropping a ton of cash. Plus, there's that sweet bonus of never actually having to enter a store. Amazon's official Black Friday sale starts on Thanksgiving this year and go on for a 48 full hours (but don't worry, Cyber Week is right after that), and it features some of the best products in every category -- from beauty and tech to kitchen and apparel, there's something for everyone (even if that someone is you!). We'll be covering the best Amazon Black Friday deals, Cyber Week sales, and last-minute holiday shopping bargains for whenever you choose to shop, but why not start now?
As a reminder, signing up to become an Amazon Prime member will ensure fast shipping and exclusive deals on the platform -- so if you're not a member yet, you can sign up HERE for a free 30-day trial. An Amazon Prime subscription is $14.99 a month or $139 a year, and it also includes their free same- or two-day shipping policy on Prime-eligible products, a Prime Video subscription, and an Amazon Fresh subscription. The price is lower for students and those that qualify for certain government assistance programs, and you can find out your eligibility here. So sign up and get shopping -- because once the Thanksgiving turkey sets in, you'll be glad you shopped early. Check out our favorite Black Friday sales on Amazon below:
The Best Amazon Black Friday Deals Going On Now
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45% Off Vitamix Blender - $299.95
A popular, professional-grade blender that blends ice, purees sauce, and makes amazing smoothies is at the lowest price we've ever seen it.
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40% Off Makeup Eraser (7-Day Set) - $15.00
Just add water to these cult-favorite cloths and remove makeup instantly -- with no eye makeup remover or stubborn pulling. We love that this comes with seven cloths for each day of the week and have a chic case. Another bonus: the flip side of these reusable pads exfoliate the face.
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58% Off Revlon One Styler - $29.08
This popular dupe of the Dyson styler is this Revlon option -- use it on damp hair to add volume to the roots, smooth frizz, and create a look similar to a professional blow-out.
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72% Off ZWILLING Steak Knives (Set of 8) - $49.95
This set of eight steak knives would make a great gift at under $50 -- the serrated stainless blades are inspired by Italian and German craftsmanship.
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30% Off Select YETI Tumblers
Take 30% off lots of YETI products today, like this portable wine tumbler that's perfect for camping or tailgating.
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Free Amazon Smart Plug + Echo With National Tree Company Holiday Tree - $183.00+
This is a great deal on a pre-lit tree: when you purchase a select tree from National Tree Company, you'll get a free Amazon Smart Plug and an Amazon Echo. That means you'll be able to voice command your tree to light up or program it to turn on and off -- in addition to some other smart features you'll love having with the Echo all year round.
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40% Off Beats Wireless Studio Buds - $89.00
Snag these Android- and Apple-compatible headphones from brand-favorite Beats: They produce crystal clear sound, function completely wirelessly (and charge instantly in their accompanying case), and are currently at one of the lowest prices we've ever seen them at. These would make a seriously great gift for anyone who commutes, works in an office, or can't function without their Spotify playlist.
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41% Off Ring Pro Doorbell - $99.99
Keep tabs on your home when you're not home using this Ring video doorbell -- it features things like two-way talk, advanced motion detection, built-in greetings, and it can send alerts directly to your phone when there's movement by your front door. You don't even need to install a new system -- it should connect to your existing doorbell.
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28% Off Cricut Joy Machine - $129.00
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38% Off Cricut Easy Press 2 - $149.00
If you've been holding off on getting a Cricut -- which is pretty much a must-have in the DIY community -- then now's the time. You can get a steep discount on this Cricut Joy machine, which is a smaller version of the original and perfect to help print fun designs for things like cards, mugs, tumblers, and more. Then, add on the heat press, which is perfect for creating your own sweatshirts, T-shirts, and blankets. It's something you'll use all year long.
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44% Off Eufy by Anker RoboVac - $179.99
This smart vacuum is over 40% off and is a match made in heaven for people with pets or kids -- it has an app where it tracks the layout of your home and also features a sensor to detect where there is more mess needed to be cleaned, so it'll increase the suction power automatically.
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36% Off Breville Smart Oven Pro - $223.95
This smart oven cooks food 30% faster thanks to its convection fan that circulates hot air for quick and even cooking. It has 10 settings, including toast, bagel, pizza, cookies, reheat, broil, and warm --- and it fits up to six slices of bread.
