The 15 best Black Friday Target deals 2024

Holiday shopping season is my time to shine, and beyond testing lots of tech products for ZDNET, I love a good sale. And while everyone knows Black Friday is the shopping extravaganza of the season, you no longer have to wait for the deals. Thankfully, several retailers, including Target, are starting their Black Friday sales early, which means even more time to keep shopping savings. 

Also: The best Black Friday deals live now

You might think Amazon is the only place to find deals, but Target carries a wide variety of tech items that make great gifts, from the popular Oura Ring to TVs, laptops, earbuds, and even kitchen appliances. We've rounded up some of the best deals available now -- check back in on this list, as we'll keep updating it through Cyber Week.

Our favorite Target deals for Black Friday 2024

Lenovo 3i Chromebook for $130 (save $130): Currently 50% off, this laptop is refurbished, making it a greener gift than a brand-new option.  PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Console for $375 (save $75): A far cry from the stock shortages of 2023, you can get this gaming console for nearly 20% off in time for Black Friday.Blink Outdoor 4 Security Camera for $40 (save $60): A ZDNET staff favorite, this battery-powered security camera connects to your smartphone to help monitor your home. Apple iPad (9th generation) for $200 (save $130): Already the top budget pick on our best iPads list, you can save almost 40% off on this model before Cyber Week even starts. Microsoft Surface Pro 11 for $800 (save $300): This model's battery life and processing capability stood out to ZDNET's Ed Bott, a Windows expert, in his review. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k for $22 (save $28): Satisfy all your winter streaming needs with a new Fire Stick, now over 50% off at Target. 

Best Black Friday Target smart home deals

Roborock S7 Max Ultra for $1,000 (save $300 at Target): A ZDNET favorite (and we've tested a lot of robot vacuums), this fancy option is a solid 23% off right now -- not bad for "one of the best robot vacuums that money can buy." Jackery Explorer 300 Plus Portable Power Station for $200 (save $100): A cousin of this even minier Jackery our experts love, this power station is over 30% off.Google Wired Nest Cam for $80 (save $20): Some of Google's security home cameras just got upgraded with AI features, so now's a good time to try one out on sale. Roku 65-inch Select Series 4K HDR Smart TV for $380 (save $20): Part of the series that made our best Roku TVs list, this one is on sale now. 

Best Black Friday Target wearables deals 

Oura Ring Gen 3 Horizon for $249 (save $100): Recently updated with a smoother design, this is one of ZDNET's favorite picks for smart rings. Fitbit Versa 4 for $165 (save $35): This classic health wearable is an affordable gift for first-time smartwatch users. 

FAQs

When is Black Friday?

In the US, Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving, which means Nov. 29 this year. 

When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday always follows the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, meaning it'll be Dec. 2. 

Are Target deals really better on Black Friday?

Yes and no -- it depends. Every major retailer from Amazon to Walmart puts much of their tech stock on sale this time of year to compete before the holiday shopping rush, with deals usually getting better on Black Friday and Cyber Monday themselves. However, some retailers raise base prices to make the sales look better than they really are. 

How did we choose these Black Friday deals?

ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that are at least 20% off using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. 

Where can you shop the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals? 

Whether in person or online, major retailers will have sales across the board, though some may be exclusive to online sales due to inventory. You can also check out our best lists for other major stores like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.