Best anti-Prime Day deals still available to shop after October Prime Day 2024

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Amazon's October Prime Day sale is over, but if you missed the best deals, don't fret. Other major retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, Target, and more are competing with Amazon by extending their sales. It's truly a shopper's market for electronics, appliances, and more.

Also: The best October Prime Day deals still live

There are plenty of deals to shop at other major retailers right now, but hurry, these competing offers won't last long. Here are some of the best anti-Prime Day deals we've found that you can still check out.

Our favorite anti-October Prime Day deals: Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and more

LG 48-inch B4 Series OLED 4K UHD Smart webOS TV for $750 (save $750 at Best Buy): Save up to $750 on LG's 2024 OLED webOS TV at Best Buy. Get crystal-clear viewing and a cinematic experience at home. Larger versions are on sale, too. Govee 50ft Smart Outdoor Permanent Lights for $98 (save $40 at Walmart): Get set for the holiday season by installing outdoor smart lights on your home for less. Apple Watch Series 9 45mm GPS + Cellular for $379 (save $150 at Walmart): Apple released a new Watch Series 10 a few weeks ago, but last year's Series 9 is still packed with features (and our pick for the best Apple Watch for most people). Plus, it's $150 off at Walmart in the Midnight Sport Band configuration. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge Copiot+ PC for $850 (save $500 at Best Buy): Optimized for AI, the Copilot+ laptop features a 14-inch touch-screen AMOLED display, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage.Apple AirPods Max for $400 (save $150 at Best Buy): Apple just updated their AirPods Max, but you can get the older model for $150 off ahead of Prime Day. MacBook Air M2 13.6-inch for $749 (save $250 at Best Buy): If you'd prefer the M2 MacBook Air model to save a few dollars over the M3 model, you can nab it now for $250 off (the best price we've seen yet) and get a brand new MacBook Air for under $1,000.

October Prime Day Best Buy deals

ZDNETMacBook Air M3 13-inch for $1,249 (save $250): The Air model of Apple's popular laptop is also on sale at Best Buy. Get 16GB of memory and the newest M3 chip, too. MacBook Air M2 13.6-inch for $749 (save $250): If you'd prefer the M2 MacBook Air model to save a few dollars, you can nab it now for $250 off and get a brand new MacBook Air for under $1,000. Apple iPad 9th Gen for $200 (save $130): If you're looking for a basic tablet without any of Apple's latest bells and whistles, the 9th Gen iPad is over $100 off. Get a 10.2-inch display and 64GB of storage. Insignia HD Glass Apple iPad Screen Protector for $13 (save $12): This model offers robust protection for your iPad 10.9-inch with its ultra-thin, 0.33mm tempered glass construction and edge-to-edge coverage. LG 65-inch Class C4 Series Evo 4K for $1,500 (save $1,200): The high color accuracy, perfect contrast, and wide viewing angles of this OLED display TV comes with a staggering price drop.TCL 65-inch Class Q5 Series 4K TV for $400 (save $150): One of the best budget TVs features 4K video resolution, a decent QLED panel that gets bright and colorful, and Fire TV software.

Also: The top Best Buy October Prime Day deals still live

October Prime Day Walmart deals

ZDNETApple Watch SE (2nd Gen) for $189 (save $60): Apple didn't release a new Watch SE model in Sept., but you can grab the latest model for $60 off at Walmart now. Baseus 5,000mAh Wireless MagSafe Battery Pack for $20 (save $30): Baseus makes some great affordable tech accessories, and right now this MagSafe battery is available for $30 off. I've tested dozens of MagSafe options, and 5,000mAh is a good capacity for battery top-offs, longer days out, and more. Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones for $298 (save $102): Snag a pair of our favorite Sony headphones for nearly $100 off right now. PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Console for $399 (save $51): PlayStation 6 is on the way, but right now, you can snag the PS5 Slim Console on sale, which rarely happens. MacBook Air M1 for $649 (save $50): While the M1 MacBook Air isn't our top pick, it's a good option if you're looking for an extra laptop, a device for a younger student, or just want to save a few hundred dollars. If you're looking for a MacBook for everyday use, we'd recommend checking out the newer M2 or M3 models. Bissell Little Green Portable Pet Carpet Cleaner for $98 (save $25): If you need a carpet cleaner that's tough on spot stains, the Bissell Little Green is already $36 off ahead of the holidays. Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker for $149 (save $50): Save $50 on Ninja's popular Creami kitchen appliance and whip up delicious frozen treats this holiday season. HyperX Cloud II Wired Gaming Headphones for $39 (save $61): These wired gaming headphones from HyperX are a great option for yourself or for gifting this upcoming holiday season. Snag them for under $40 now. Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for $159 (save $191): Need a pair of headphones? Snag a Beats pair for over $150 off now at Walmart. JBL Clip 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $47 (save $28): Clip a portable, waterproof speaker onto any bag and take it wherever you go. Nab one now from JBL for over $25 off.

Also: The best Walmart deals you can shop now: Live updates

October Prime Day Target deals

ZDNETiRobot Roomba Combo i5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop for $399 (save $150 with Target Circle): Forget scrubbing this holiday season. Save $150 on this Roomba vacuum and mop.Meta Quest 3S Preorder (Get Batman: Arkham Shadow and 3-Month Trial of Meta Quest+) for $300: Right now you can preorder the brand new Meta Quest 3S and get Batman: Arkham Shadow and a trial of Meta Quest+ for free. Beats Powerbeats Pro True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds for $160 (save $90 with Target Circle): Save 36% on this pair of Beats Bluetooth earbuds and make your workouts, music sessions, and more full of clear, crisp, sound.Up to 25% off Headphones and SpeakersUp to 40% off Refurbished Tech

October Prime Day Costco deals

Costco/ZDNETBlink Whole Home Security Bundle (save $130): Equip your home with Blink's latest security cameras ahead of the holidays. Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand Pro for $140 (save $40): This auto-tracking iPhone stand is designed to follow you as you move so you can take videos, photos, and more hands-free. Ring Battery Doorbell Plus + 6 Month Subscription Plan for $100 (save $50): Snag one of Ring's popular video doorbells and a 6-month subscription on sale now. Ring 14-Piece Security Kit (save $140): Grab savings and everything you need to set up your home with security features from Ring while this offer lasts at Costco. Ring Stick Up Cam Wired 3-Pack (save $70): Save $70 with this Ring Stick Up Cam bundle pack (one we haven't seen anywhere else).

More anti-October Prime Day deals

ZDNETApple AirPods Max for $400 (save $150 at Best Buy): Apple just updated their AirPods Max, but you can get the older model for $150 off. Samsung Q850D Wireless Dolby Soundbar + Speakers for $750 (save $350 at Best Buy): If you want to upgrade your home sound system, this Samsung speaker bundle is a great pick that's on sale now. Dirt Devil Smart Robot for $99 (save $70 at Walmart): If you want to try a robot vacuum but don't want to break the bank, this Dirt Devil option is under $100 right now. Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones for $99 (save $100 at Walmart): These classic Beats headphones got an upgrade in the Solo4, but the Solo3 model is still a great pair of budget headphones, especially at $60 off. Samsung 75-inch 4K Smart Tizen TV for $570 (save $130 at Best Buy): The Samsung DU6900 Series Crystal UHD 4K Smart Tizen TV is a high-resolution television that delivers stunning picture quality and a range of smart features.Hisense 58-inch U6 Series Quantum ULED Fire TV for $340 (save $110 at Best Buy): This budget-friendly, feature-rich television combines 4K resolution, Quantum Dot technology, Dolby Vision HDR, and a user-friendly Google TV interface.Toshiba 55-inch C350 Series LED 4K Smart Fire TV for $250 (save $120): Toshiba's versatile smart TV offers a 4K UHD display, HDR compatibility, built-in Amazon Fire TV functionality, and Alexa voice control.

FAQs

When is Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days?

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days (a.k.a. October Prime Day) is a two-day sales event for Prime members. This year, sales are live from Tuesday, Oct. 8 through Wednesday, Oct. 9.

What retailers have deals during Prime Day?

Most major retailers, including (but certainly not limited to) Best Buy, Target, Walmart, Costco, BJs, B&H Photo, and more have deals during the week of Prime Day. This is for one major reason: to compete. If they didn't offer the same (or sometimes better) discounts as Amazon, they'd lose many customers. To compete with the e-commerce giant, most other major retailers run similar sales before, after, or during Prime Day. That's why it's key to scour more than one site before making a purchase.

Plus, deals are typically lower at Prime Day across major retailers, especially on big-ticket items like TVs, Amazon products, laptops, and more. It's also a great time to score savings on everyday essentials and products.

Will any retailers price match Amazon Prime Day?

For the most part, the majority of retailers already price match or beat Amazon's Prime Day offer price by default to compete with the e-commerce giant. Thanks to competing sales, retailer-specific sale events, and the summer season, it's truly a buyer's market. If a retailer doesn't have the same price as Amazon, many retailers have price-matching policies to explore. It's important to read the fine print on each retailer's policy, but it never hurts to check for a price match.

Popular stores like Walmart, Target, and Best Buy offer various forms of price-matching; however, some policies are particularly strict, like Best Buy's. The retailer won't price-match products on sale at competitors during member-exclusive events such as Prime Day.

How do I get these anti-Prime Day deals?

The best way to take advantage of anti-Prime Day deals is to consult multiple retailers before checking out, research, and of course, stay in the know with ZDNET's Prime Day coverage. Most importantly, though, remember to keep your eyes out for discounts and listing prices. Sometimes, during big savings events, it's hard to tell what's really a "discount."

If you're checking in with all of ZDNET's Prime Day content, don't worry -- we'll be expert-vetting deals to ensure they're worth your money. If you're shopping on your own across retailers, make sure to do some research on historical pricing using tools like Google Shopping.

How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?

As a ZDNET editor, I only write about deals myself or a team member would want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. I looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.

I also examined customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals I recommend. These recommendations may also be based on my own testing (or testing by another ZDNET expert) -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.