30 early Black Friday deals for 2024: TVs, laptops, headphones

This story is part of the Digital Trends Black Friday coverage 2024

Update 11/11/24: We’re officially on our way to Black Friday, and our coverage spans everything currently available at a discount. Check back regularly, as we’ll be adding to all of the best early Black Friday deals below as more and more deals pop up.

Black Friday may not officially be here yet, but early Black Friday deals have arrived, and they’re all worth shopping. We’re seeing plenty of great early Black Friday TV deals, early Black Friday laptop deals, early Black Friday smartwatch deals, and much, much more. Below we’re giving it all a home, and rounding up all of the best early Black Friday deals available right now. Scroll down through the aisle and don’t hesitate to make a purchase, as we’ve already seen pricing change several times and have even seen some deals disappear entirely.

SAMSUNG Galaxy SmartTag2 — $21 $30 29% off

While many folks may be familiar with Apple’s Air Tag, Samsung has its own version in the SmartTag2, and given that Samsung is one of the most popular phones, it’s a relatively big network as well. You do have to opt into the Smart Things app for the tracking, but it’s a small price to pay for a $21 tracker.

Ticket to Ride — $44 $55 20% off

If you want to get away from the screen, then grabbing a board game is a good idea, and Ticket to Ride is a perfect option for first-timers and for family game nights, and with a 20% discount, it’s worth it. The game pits you and up to four other players to create tracks across various countries, with the longest track winning, so it’s super simple.

JBL Tune Buds — $50 $100 50% off

A good pair of earbuds doesn’t need to cost a fortune, and this deal that lets you snag a pair of JBL Tune Buds for 50% off is the perfect example. They have both active noise canceling (ANC) and smart ambient modes, a battery life that can last up to 48 hours in total with ANC off, and the audio fidelity is actually pretty great.

LEGO Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit Building Set — $60 $75 20% off

For those who are fascinated with space, this is easily one of the best Lego sets available. While it only has a $15 discount, that’s still 20% off the regular price. The set includes an actual orbiting model of the sun, Earth, and moon, which you can physically control, which is cool, and also makes it a great teaching tool.

Keurig K-Express Single Serve — $60 $90 33% off

If you tend to travel a lot or just have a small kitchen with very little countertop space, then this Keurig single-serve coffee maker is perfect. Not only does it have a significant 33% discount, it has a 42-ounce removable reservoir, can brew three cup sizes, and is only 5.1-inches wide.

CHEF iQ Sense Smart Wireless Meat Thermometer — $70 $130 54% off

Cooking red or white meat can be a bit problematic if you don’t have a lot of experience with cooking, but this wireless digital thermometer is perfect for that. Even for those who have experience, it gives you a ton of data and a timer to help, and it even has a substantial 54% discount; just be sure to clip the coupon to get the full discount.

COSORI Electric Pressure Cooker — $77 $80 15% off

Not all pressure cookers are exceedingly expensive, and this COSORI Electric Pressure Cooker is going for just $70 instead of the usual $80. It has a six-quart capacity, which is pretty sizeable, and it has a couple of extra features, like being able to cook rice and sous vide, so you don’t have to buy a new device for each thing.

Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser — $78 $100 22% off

Teeth and gum health is important, and if you often find yourself avoiding flossing daily, then a water flosser will make a big difference for you. This one from Waterpik is a great, with ten power settings for you to work with, and a 22-ounce reservoir, as well as a very solid $26 discount.

Ninja Air Fryer — $80 $90 11% off

Air fryers are great if you’re looking for a healthy way to fry and cook food, and this deal on the Ninja Air Fryer is a great budget to mid-range option, especially with the 31% discount. It has a four-quart capacity and can do things like boil and roast, and it has dishwasher safe parts, so it’s easy to clean.

BLACK+DECKER POWERSERIES+ — $90 $100 10% off

While you can certainly spend a tidy sum on a cordless vacuum, if you just need something that’s basic for quick cleaning and that’s easy to store, this BLACK+DECKER POWERSERIES+ has a nice $10 discount. It has 40 minutes of runtime on the lowest setting, LED floorhead lights to see dirt easier, and can be emptied without taking the whole thing apart.

Fitbit Charge 6 — $100 $160 38% off

With the Fitbit Charge 6 you can track all of your workouts, and with this Black Friday deal you can save $60 on the popular fitness tracker. It comes in a variety of colors and even has same day delivery if you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber. This is one of the better Fitbit Black Friday deals we’re seeing, and while there may be some other models out there with lower prices, this $60 savings offers a ton of value.

Keurig K-Elite Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker — $110 $190 42% off

The Keurig K-Elite Single Serve is a great coffee maker with some great extra features, such as an 8-to-12-ounce brew size, an easily removable drip tray, an iced coffee setting to brew over ice, and the ability to just get hot water. On top of that, you get a pretty substantial $71 discount.

Insignia 32-inch F20 Series FHD TV — $120 $170 29% off

Not everyone needs a massive 4K TV, and if you’re looking for something smaller, this 32-inch F20 Series from Insignia is great for watching content or even gaming on PC and console. It runs an FHD resolution, comes with the FireTV platform, and has a substantial $41% discount that makes it well worth it at the $100 price tag.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (64GB) — $170 $220 23% off

Few tablets offer the sort of value can find with Samsung’s Galaxy Tab lineup, and here the Galaxy Tab A9+ offers even more value. This Black Friday deal drops its price from $220 to $170, which is good for $50 in savings. This deal is on the 64GB model, and while that may leave some people wanting more storage space, it’s plenty if you don’t have a lot of apps and media to load up, making this a great Black Friday tablet option for most people.

CHEF iQ Smart Pressure Cooker — $170 $200 15% off

Pressure cookers are a great way to reduce the time it takes to cook something that would usually take several hours or even a day. They are also great for just slow cooking things in an enclosed way if that’s what you prefer. This CHEF iQ Smart Pressure Cooker has a nice 8% discount, a six-quart capacity, and over 1,000 presets.

SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 6 — $170 $330 48% off

If you’re looking for an Android smartwatch, it’s hard to beat the SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 6, with our mobile editor Joe Maring saying, “The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is the new go-to recommendation if you want an Android smartwatch. It’s reliable, powerful, and still a great value.” Even better, you get a massive 42% off the $330 price with this deal.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $180 $229 22% off

They may have been replaced with the more recent release of the Galaxy Buds Pro 3, but the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 still offer some great audio quality and a style that many people prefer to the newer design. With this Black Friday deal you can land the Pixel Buds Pro 2 for just $180, which is good for nearly $50 in savings and a Black Friday sale price of $229.

Apple Watch SE 2 — $189 $249 24% off

When buying a smartwatch in the Apple ecosystem, the cheapest option is likely going to be the Apple Watch SE 2, which has a pretty strong 24% discount. Our senior mobile reviewer Andy Boxall said, “The brilliant Apple Watch SE 2 may not have all the headline features of the Series 8, but this simplicity is part of its appeal, as it does everything else its sibling can for a lot less money.”

Apple AirPods Pro 2 USB-C — $190 $249 24% off

The new USB-C AirPods Pro 2 has a lot going for it, and even our editor at large, Caleb Denison, said that if you “look past the case of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C, and you’ll see wireless audio’s future.” Even better, this deal knocks $50 the price, bringing them down to just $199.

Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill — $200 $260 23% off

Grilling can be a lot of fun, but with the weather getting colder, you may need to grill indoors, and for that, you’ll need the Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill. With a solid 12% discount, this indoor grill has a lot of great functions, from searing and sizzling to air frying, and there is even a smart thermometer to make life easier.

Seagate Storage Expansion Card 2TB — $200 $360 44% off

While the Xbox Series X and Series S have a reasonably good amount of internal storage, it’s always good to have extra, especially with the Series S not being able to take physical discs. This 2Tb expansion card is pretty massive, but it also has a whopping 44% off the usual $360 price, bringing it down to $200.

iRobot Roomba Vac Robot Vacuum — $225 $250 10% off

Robot vacuums are great for those who really don’t want to come home after a long day of work and deal with the light dusting that tends to pile up on the floor. Luckily, this iRobot Roomba Vac Robot has a whopping $100 discount that brings it down to $250 and it has a lot of great features that will make your life easier.

Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Headphones — $248 $348 29% off

While the Sony WH-1000XM4 is a generation behind now given that the Sony WH-1000XM5 is out, they are still some of the best on the market. For a solid 29% off, you get some of the best ANC in the industry, excellent audio fidelity, and a whopping 30 hours of battery life with ANC on.

TCL 55-Inch S5 4K TV — $250 $330 24% off

This 55-inch TCL S5 is a great TV if you’re looking for something budget-oriented and versatile. It has HDR 10, HDR 10+ and HLG HDR, the last of which is made specifically for sports broadcasters, while the 60Hz refresh rate works well for console gaming, plus you get a solid 18% discount that brings it down to $270.

SAMSUNG Galaxy A35 5G — $325 $400 19% off

While you can certainly go for a very expensive flagship phone, this SAMSUNG Galaxy A35 is great for those who want a great phone at a budget price, especially with this 19% discount that brings it down to $325. Our senior mobile writer And Boxall said of it: “The Samsung Galaxy A35 delivers great value with its decent performance, up-to-date software, fun main camera, and chunky modern look.”

Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner — $329 $470 30% off

If you’re looking for a more powerful vacuum, the Dyson V8 is a great option. While it is usually a bit pricey at $470, this 30% discount knocks it down to a more palatable $329. Besides the 40-minute max runtime, it also has a few other great features like hair detangling, easy bin cleaning, and whole-machine filtration, the latter being one of the best.

Motorola Razr — $350 $700 50% off

Folding phones are expensive, but this 2023 Motorola Razr is surprisingly affordable with this large 50% discount, bringing it down to $350. When our senior mobile writer got his hands on it, he said, “I love the Motorola Razr (2023). There’s very little fuss or pretentiousness to it, and it’s so much better for it.”

Apple Watch Series 10 — $399 $429 7% off

If you’re looking to grab the latest smartwatch from Apple, then the Apple Watch Series 10 is the way to go, and this discount gives it a modest 7% discount, which isn’t too bad given the watch only came out a few months ago. Our mobile editor, Joe Maring, thought “The Apple Watch Series 10 is another strong entry in the Apple Watch family and a (mostly) easy recommendation.”

iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ — $590 $730 19% off

While standard robot vacuums are great, this iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ comes with a few added benefits, such as a self-emptying tower that gives you up to 60 days of storage, as well as a mop attachment for added cleaning. Admittedly, it is quite pricey, but this 19% discount knocks it down from $730 to $590.

Sony 65 Inch BRAVIA 3 4K TV — $648 $800 19% off

If you’re looking for a larger 4K TV, then you may want to consider this 65-inch Bravia 3 from Sony, especially since it has a solid 19% knocked off the price. This is especially true for those who play on a PlayStation 5 since it has both an auto HDR tone mapping mode and auto genre picture mode made specifically for the PS5.

ASUS Zenbook 14 — $1,200 $1,300 8% off

The ASUS Zenbook 14 is the perfect mobile laptop, with a gorgeous 14-inch OLED panel that’s touch screen enabled. In fact, our computing writer Mark Coppock even said, “When it comes to value, the Asus Zenbook 14 OLED remains undefeated.” While this configuration has the slightly lower-end Intel Core Ultra 5 and no Intel Arc GPU, it does have a nice $100 discount.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i — $1,350, $1,770 23% off

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is an excellent mid-range gaming laptop with a very substantial $420 discount, so much so that our computing writer gave it a great review, saying “The Legion 5i Pro is another winner of a gaming laptop from Lenovo.” This configuration comes with an RTX 4060, Intel Core i7=, and a 16GB of RAM.

Major Fitness All-In-One Home Gym Smith Machine Spirit B52 — $1,400 $1,500 6% off

This versatile strength training machine crams five different systems into one. The base model (rack only) starts at $1,400, which is $100 off the normal price. You can also add a bench, bumper plate set, or combination of those options if you want more to do out-of-the-box. Otherwise, the rack comes with eight attachments, and training systems, allowing you to use it as a smith machine, power rack, take advantage of the pulley system and more.  The upgraded adjustable foot plate and six band pegs allow you to works out your legs and lower body, as well. It’s everything you need in a heavy-duty home gym machine.

How to choose deals on Black Friday

Black Friday, and the additional Cyber Monday sale that comes after it, is one of the best times of the year to buy electronics like TVs, laptops, phones, and things of that nature. That said, home appliances also tend to have pretty great deals during these periods, so if you’re looking for things like coffee makers, air fryers, fridges, or washing machines, then it’s worth keeping an eye out during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Of course, that’s not to say that there aren’t a lot of other product categories on sale with good discounts, but if you’re looking at it across the whole year, this is the best time for electronics.

Another thing worth considering is that the line between when a sale period starts and ends has become very blurred over the years. That means that you’re likely going to find a lot of excellent deals leading up to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, even as early as a week or more beforehand. That means that if you find a deal on an item you want now, then go ahead and snag it; you never know if the deal will come back during Black Friday and Cyber Monday or if it’s going to be as good.

How we chose these Black Friday deals

Of course, Black Friday tends to be one of the biggest sales periods along with Prime Day, which means that hundreds and thousands of deals go on sale. As such, our focus is to wade through all the options and decide what deals to include based on our experience and tools. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with a large selection of deals that offer you the best return on your investment so that you aren’t constantly wondering if you got the best deal you could or if you made the right choice.