The 50+ best Black Friday Walmart deals 2024: Early sales live now (that make great gifts)

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The holiday season is already upon us. Whether you're the type of person to set up decorations immediately or wait until after Thanksgiving, it's always a good idea to get a head start on holiday gift shopping -- especially when you can score a good deal.

Walmart has already kicked off some great holiday deals ahead of the big Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, with its Black Friday Preview deal event running now through Sunday. It's a good time to shop, before the frenzy and without the risk of deals quickly selling out. Right now, you can find great deals from brands like Apple, Dyson, Samsung, and more, on everything from laptops to TVs to gadgets.

Also: The best Black Friday deals live now

It's also a great time to join Walmart+, which is usually $98 for the year, but is on sale now for half the price right now at $49, and enjoy perks like free grocery delivery, free shipping with no order minimum, Parmount+ streaming, and more. You can also try a 30-day free trial. (Walmart+ members also had early access to the Black Friday Preview sale.)

ZDNET's expert reviewers have rounded up the best Walmart holiday deals live now and organized them below by category. We will continue to update this list throughout the holiday season as new deals become available.

Our favorite early Black Friday Walmart deals

Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch M1 Laptop for $649 (save $50): ZDNET first reviewed the M1 MacBook Air back in 2020, and then again in 2022, and both times concluded that the model is a solid option for users who want to keep the convenience of a lighter, portable model without sacrificing efficiency. Apple products rarely go on sale, so this is a deal worth checking out. Apple Watch Series 9 45mm GPS + Cellular for $299 (save $99): Even though Apple released its Watch Series 10 last month, last year's Series 9 is still a very competitive model, packed with many of the latest and greatest features. The watch is $100 off in the Pink Aluminium Case colorway, making it a great time to buy it. Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum for $400 (save $250 starting Nov. 11th): If you are in the market for a more traditional vacuum instead of a robot vacuum, this is a great option as it is slim, cordless, and powerful. The best part is that you can save $250 next week, so mark your calendar, especially because Dyson products don't go on sale often.Apple AirPods Max for $478 (save $71): The AirPods Max feature a sleek look and fun colors to choose from while offering instant connectivity, multi-device switching, Transparency Mode, Spatial Audio, and exceptional sound. Because the AirPods Max are over-the-ear headphones, unlike the AirPods Pro, you can completely avoid them falling out of your ear, and the lightweight feel guarantees comfort for hours.Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphone for $250 (save $100): ZDNET's headphone reviewer Jada Jones deemed the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones as "audiophile approved" with "unrivaled sound quality, a marathon battery, and all-day comfort." Despite only being released six months ago, they are already on sale, which is a pretty good offer.Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic for $278 (save $152): If you've been looking for a smartwatch, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is a great candidate, with an AMOLED high-resolution display, a Samsung-unique rotating bezel, and classic, sleek look. Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $190 (save $59): The earbuds landed a spot on ZDNET's best earbuds you can buy in 2024 roundup as the noise-canceling earbuds for Apple users, making them a gift sure to impress any Apple user. Acer Nitro 31.5-inch Curved Gaming Monitor for $150 (save $99): Monitors can help upgrade any gaming or even work setup but usually cost a pretty penny. Despite boasting impressive features such as a curved, tiltable, anti-glare, 31.5-inch screen, you can buy the Acer Nitro Curved monitor today for under $200. Walmart+ account for $49 (save $49): The Walmart+ membership comes with many perks, including free grocery delivery, free shipping with no order minimum, Paramount+ streaming, early access to deals and deal events, and more. This is especially beneficial if you frequently make purchases from Walmart.

The best Walmart Black Friday headphone and speaker deals

AirPods Max at an Apple Store, captured by iPhone 15 Pro Max

Jason Hiner/ZDNETApple AirPods Max for $478 (save $71)Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $190 (save $59)Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphone for $250 (save $100)Sony WH-1000XM5 for $289 (save $111)Philips X3206 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker for $99 (save $70)JBL Clip 4 Ultra-portable Waterproof Speaker for $50 (save $25)JBL Pulse 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $185 (save $65)JBL Portable speaker with Bluetooth for $95 (save $35)JBL Pulse 4 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $200 (save $50)Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation) for $89 (save $40)Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones for $69 (save $130)

The best Walmart Black Friday TV deals

Maria Diaz/ZDNETOnn 65-inch 4K UHD LED Roku Smart TV for $298 (save $50)Onn 98-inch Class 4K UHD (2160P) LED Roku Smart Television for $1,524 (save $464)
Sony Bravia X93L 85-inch for $3,998 (save $501)
Sony Bravia X90L 85-inch for $1,798 (save $1,201)TCL 43-inch 4K UHD QLED Smart TV for $198 (save $80)Sony Bravia 7 Mini LED 65-inch for $1,398 (save $602)Samsung Q80C 65-inch for $998 (save $501)TCL 32-inch S Class 720P HD LED Smart TV with Google TV for $98 (save $30)TCL 32-inch Class 3-Series Full HD 1080p LED Smart Roku TV for $115 (save $13)
VEAT00L 2.1ch Sound Bars for TV for $35 (save $165)Philips 50-inch Class 4K Ultra HD for $248 (save $30)Roku Express HD Streaming Device for $19 (save $10)Roku Ultra LT Streaming Device 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision/Dual-Band Wi-Fi for $34 (save $46)Samsung 55-inch Class Q60DB QLED 4K Smart TV for $498 (save $300)

The best Walmart Black Friday tablet and laptop deals

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Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch M1 Laptop for $649 (save $50)HP 15.6-inch Laptop Intel Core i5-1235U for $367 (save $232)
HP Victus 15.6-inch Gaming Laptop for $490 (save $205)Apple Pencil (1st Generation) for $80 (save $20)Lenovo Ideapad 1 15.6-inch Laptop for $305 (save $185)
Lenovo Ideapad 3i 15.6-inch Touchscreen Business Laptop for $367 (save $632)Lenovo Legion Slim 5 16-inch Gaming Laptop for $1049 (save $350)
Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 15.6-inch Laptop Intel Celeron N4500 for $195 (save $75)
ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6-inch Windows Laptop Intel Core i3-N305 for $249 (save $80)
Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15-inch Windows Laptop Intel Core i7-1255U for $479 (save $391)
HP 15.6-inch Windows Laptop Intel Processor N200 4GB RAM 128GB for $199 (save $180)
MSI Thin 15.6 inch FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop Intel Core for $564 (save $274)
Acer Chromebook 315 15.6 inch Laptop Intel Processor N4500 for $139 (save $40)
HP Chromebook x360 14-inch FHD IPS Touch 2-in-1 Laptop for $199 (save $230)
HP Envy x360 15.6 inch FHD Touch 2-in-1 for $729 (save $370)HP 15.6 inch Windows Laptop Intel Core i3-N305 8GB RAM 256GB for $229 (save $320)HP Chromebook 14 inch Laptop Intel Processor N200 for $129 (save $270)

The best Walmart Black Friday vacuum deals

Beth Mauder/ZDNETiRobot Roomba Combo j7+ for $699 (save $301)Dyson V7 Advanced Cordless Vacuum Cleaner for $250 (save $150)Shark IQ 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop for $188 (save $262)ONSON Robot Vacuum Cleaner, 2 in 1 Mop Combo for $85 (save $274)Dirt Devil Smart Robot Vacuum for $99 (save $70)
Ionvac SmartClean 2000 Robovac for $75 (save $125)
Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Auto-Empty Dock for $600 (save $270)Tineco A10-D Plus - Cordless Ultralight Stick Vacuum Cleaner for $99 (save $50)Dirt Devil Portable Carpet & Upholstery Spot Cleaner for $88 (save $11)
Hoover ONEPWR Emerge Essentials for $169 (save $30)

FAQs

When is Black Friday?

Black Friday is on Nov. 29, 2024, the day after Thanksgiving.

When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday is the following Thanksgiving weekend; this year, it falls on Dec. 2, 2024.

Are Walmart deals really better on Black Friday?

Yes, Walmart will discount many products ahead of the holidays to cater to holiday shoppers. Typically, prices are at their lowest on Black Friday.

How did we choose these Black Friday deals?

ZDNET parsed through thousands of deals, identifying the ones that offer the best value. These metrics include factors such as ZDNET's expert reviews, the price drop, how often the item goes on sale, and, ultimately, its quality.

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

You can find deals in brick-and-mortar stores as well as online through most major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, etc. For help finding the best deals and retailers, check out ZDNET's different roundups.

What are the best Black Friday 2024 deals?

ZDNET's experts have been searching through Black Friday sales live now to find the best discounts by category. These are the best Black Friday deals so far, by category: