Black Friday 2021 is over, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to save big. Tech, home and kitchen, beauty and fashion, and health and fitness are all seeing huge discounts, making it a great chance to shop for gifts and big purchases. Insider Reviews works year-round to test products and track prices so we can offer expert buying advice during peak shopping periods like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Plenty of retailers started offering big discounts before Black Friday, so don’t be surprised if popular items like Apple’s AirPods Pro headphones and Instant Pot pressure cookers begin to sell out as the holiday shopping weekend continues. That said, we’ve seen a few products go out of stock briefly only to return a few hours later.
Below, we’ve selected the best deals we’ve found during the Black Friday 2021 weekend, with prices from multiple retailers so you can compare and choose. We’ll be adding new deals to the list on a regular basis through Cyber Monday, November 29.
The Apple AirPods Pro look and sound better than previous-generation AirPods. Plus, they have noise cancellation built right into them and integrate perfectly with other Apple devices.
You can plug any device into the Amazon Smart Plug to make it smart so that you can control the device in person with your voice or remotely with the app.
Much more than a timepiece, the Apple Watch can also be used for keeping track of workouts, making phone calls, sending text messages, setting timers and alarms, counting calories, and more.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is the obvious choice for Android users looking for a comprehensive, quality, premium smartwatch experience. However, it’s a shame that the ECG feature is limited specifically to Samsung phone owners.
Get two MasterClass subscriptions for the price of one! Each subscription gets you access to all of MasterClass, so you can watch or sample unlimited celebrity and expert-led classes across a wide range of topics.
You’ll need to pick up your pair from your local Micro Center, but this is a solid deal price for the second-generation Apple AirPods. You can often find them discounted as low as $120, making this extra $5 drop noteworthy.
The latest MacBook Air released in late 2020 gains Apple’s new M1 processor, which brings impressively fast performance and long battery life, for under $1,000, making it the best Apple laptop overall.
LG’s C1 is one of the best 4K TVs you can buy. The OLED panel delivers incredible image quality with an infinite contrast ratio. This deal price matches the lowest we’ve seen so far.
Amazon launched its own smart TVs in fall 2021 and the Omni Series boasts features like hands-free Alexa support and video calling along with the latest Fire TV software.
The latest affordable Video Doorbell model from Ring features 1080p recording and improved motion tracking. It’s a great deal if you’re looking to start adding smart devices to your home. Orders made now will be fulfilled in 6 to 7 weeks.
The Kindle allows users to download hundreds, if not thousands, of books straight to the device. This model has a front light that makes it better-suited for night time reading.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is sleek and portable with excellent performance for on-the-go use — making it still the most premium 2-in-1 tablet to date.
If you’d like to add fizz to more than just water, consider the Drinkmate Beverage Carbonation Maker, which can carbonate everything from juice to wine.
The Ninja Foodi 5-in-1 has five functions, including grill, bake, and dehydrate. Its temperatures range between 105°F to 500°F, giving it a lot of versatility in cooking options. Many of the parts are dishwasher safe for easier cleanup.
The renewed Vitamix Explorian is pre-owned, but every bit as good as new and comes with a 90-day Amazon Renewed Guarantee on top of a 3-year full warranty.
This bundle is a Target exclusive, and it includes an extra silicone egg rack and stainless steel steam rack for your pressure cooking needs. It’s only $60 right now — an excellent value for such a multifunctional kitchen appliance.
Our Place’s Always Pan is multi-functional nonstick pan that’s taken the internet by storm. It promises to replace eight different pieces of cookware in your kitchen. It can function as a steamer, saute pan, frying pan, and more.
The Bodum Chambord is about as timeless as French presses get. It’s unfussy and operates smoothly, and replacement parts (screens, braces, etc.) are affordable and easily attainable.
Quiet, slim, and powerful, the eufy RoboVac 15C Max is a solid investment if you’re looking for a robot vacuum. It’s already very affordable at retail price, but you can also often find it on sale, making it an even better deal.
The i3+ costs considerably more than your average robot vacuum, but it also does a lot more than the average robot vacuum. It develops personalized cleaning schedules and empties itself.
This is one of the cheapest smart vacuums we’ve seen to date – this far out from the official launch of Walmart’s sale. It’s tough to imagine this getting much cheaper during the deals event, so it might be wise to act quickly.
The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo Pro Mopping System thoroughly cleans floors as opposed to pushing a wet cloth around. When paired with the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI Robot Vacuum, the two make easy work of time-consuming chores.
The Bissell SpinWave Robot Vacuum picked up all the pet hair on carpet in our tests and has a great assortment of mop attachments and accessories. The company is also committed to helping homeless pets and helps them find loving homes.
This 20-Volt MAX Brushless Compact 2-Tool Combo Kit includes 1 cordless Drill/Driver, 1 cordless Impact Driver, two 20-Volt MAX Lithium Ion Batteries, 1 charger, and a carrying bag.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was released for the Nintendo Switch in 2017, but still remains one of the best Switch games out there. Right now, a physical copy is selling for $40, which is a solid price on this rarely discounted game.
“Fire Emblem: Three Houses” is a turn-based war strategy game that encourages you to build relationships with your soldiers and master your tactics on the battlefield.
The Nintendo eShop is the best place to shop for digital copies of Nintendo’s games. This gift card is the perfect gift or investment for anyone with a Nintendo Switch. Better still, Nintendo’s eShop offers several sales throughout the year. This means, patient shoppers can double their savings.
Typically, you can get a 3-month Game Pass subscription for $30. Right now, it’s only $20, a solid deal. This is the PC version, which gets you EA Play, exclusive member discounts, and unlimited to access to over 100 games.
PlayStation Plus allows gamers to play online, nets them special discounts in the PlayStation Network store, and subscribers get free games each month that remain available as long as the PlayStation Plus subscription is active.
“Death Loop” is an unusual first-person shooter that challenges players to escape a day-long time loop by assassinating specific targets. The game is a great pick for fans of spy movies, sci-fi, and creative gunplay.
Compact and portable, the Logitech G305 is great to take on the go. It’s best if you prefer smaller mice and right now it’s only $40, a great price drop from a typical selling price of $50.
“Ring Fit Adventure” for the Nintendo Switch uses the exclusive “Ring-Con” attachment and a leg strap to track movement and provide resistance for workouts. The game also includes an adventure mode. Right now, it’s selling for $55 at Target and Amazon, $25 off its usual price and the lowest price we’ve ever seen on this game.
The Fitbit Luxe is the company’s latest fitness band that comes with a sleek design and advanced health features like stress management and the ability to measure heart rate variation.
This isn’t just a mirror. It’s a cardio class, it’s a yoga studio, it’s a boxing ring, it’s your new personal trainer, and it’s so much more. For Cyber Monday, Mirror is on sale for $500 with the code “CYBERMONDAY20”
This bottle has all the hallmark features of a Hydro Flask water bottle — 12-24 hours of temperature retention, powder color coating that won’t chip or fade with time, a silicone twist top — with the very convenient wide mouth for easy pouring and drinking.
The TR1200i is the baby sister of our top pick for a folding treadmill, the TR300i, with fewer built-in training programs and fewer fancy features like manual instead of digital buttons. But it’s nearly the same size, has the same motor, and the same shock absorption — but for significantly cheaper.
The shoe that really started it all, the Classic Clog is comfortable, breathable, and easy to slip on whenever. With over 20 fun colors to choose from, you can’t go wrong.
Winter is coming, and Kiehls’ Avocado Mask is here to provide your skin with hydration all season long. This nourishing treatment infuses your face with avocado and evening primrose oils, offering sumptuous moisture after just one use. Plus, it’s green tint is a total throwback. You can save 50% on a jar during Black Friday sale.
A liquid lip color that gives you a super matte look, but it’s so light it feels like a lip stain. The formula is highly pigmented, smudge-resistant, and comfortable on your lips.
There’s a reason why Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Brow Definer is a favorite among beauty editors. The angled applicator allows you to sketch on hair-like strokes, providing you with a natural-looking fill every single time. The Definer is on sale during Nordstrom’s Black Friday sale, and it’s one of the best prices we’ve seen for this cult-favorite product. You can shop it in every color for just $16.
This peacoat from Thread & Supply is a classic with a twist. The oversized buttons extend up the lapel to the collar, giving you the option to bundle up if necessary. And if you don’t love it in black, never fear — you can save 31% on this coat in black, camel, or light gray.
Made with the same level of support as its signature shapewear but with a little extra stretch, these leggings are designed to not only make you look great but feel great, too.
Black Friday is an annual sales event that traditionally happens at the end of November, marking the beginning of the holiday shopping season. The savings event is one of the biggest shopping holidays of the year — sales are so high that the day can push a retailer into “the black,” or solvency.
We’ve been seeing noteworthy price drops for the entire month of November, with all-time lows cropping up more and more as the day gets closer.
When is Black Friday 2021?
Black Friday is always the Friday after Thanksgiving. This year, Black Friday fell on November 26. However, we’re seeing Black Friday-caliber deals continue even after Black Friday.
Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy have already kicked off their Black Friday sales, days before the holiday itself.
What time did Black Friday start?
Technically speaking, Black Friday started at 12:00 a.m. local time on November 26 for online retailers. However, Black Friday sales started whenever each retailer decided their deals will go live.
A handful of retailers, like Walmart and Amazon, started early and have extended sales past Black Friday.
What time do stores open on Black Friday weekend?
Here are the opening times for the major retailers we’re tracking throughout Black Friday weekend. Keep in mind that you can shop all the retailers below, plus others like Amazon, around the clock online.
Don’t be fooled by the name that suggests Black Friday is a single day. It’s most definitely not. It’s more like a shopping season that begins in early November. There are still Black Friday deals available right now.
What should you buy on Black Friday?
Since it falls a few weeks before the gift-giving season, Black Friday provides excellent opportunities to buy and save on all your holiday gifts before the last-minute rush.
It’s nearly guaranteed that you’ll get great value for your money on certain products during Black Friday weekend — but some items tend to see better discounts at other times of the year. If you go in knowing what you’re looking for, you’re less likely to be ripped off by a fancy-looking coupon or to spend money on products you don’t need.
Shoppers saw tons of great deals — including so-called “doorbusters” — online before and early on in Black Friday. During the event, prices drop to all-time lows, often beating out prices we see over the course of the year. The sale covers every product category: tech, home and kitchen, fashion, and smart home.
This Black Friday, we’ve seen similar offers to the ones we saw on Amazon Prime Day, except more wide-ranging.
We recommend focusing on the following product categories if you want the best deals:
Historically, Black Friday has been a great time to purchase big-ticket electronics — especially larger TVs. Whether you’re looking for a top-of-the-line Samsung set or LG OLED, or a budget-friendly TCL or Hisense model, Black Friday weekend still has several deals.
Much like Amazon Prime Day, we saw tons of discounts on smart home products last Black Friday. Amazon Echo products dropped to their lowest prices ever, plus we saw several discounts and bundles on Google’s recently released products.
This Black Friday we have seen discounts on the latest Xbox and Playstation games. While we didn’t see any markdowns on new consoles last year, we did see a few bundles crop up and we’ve seen more of them in 2021.
If you’re looking for a kitchen upgrade, Black Friday is a great time to shop. We saw big discounts on Instant Pot pressure cookers, KitchenAid appliances, pots and pans, plus everything else you’ll want for the upcoming holiday season.
Of course, the deals found during Black Friday are incredibly wide-ranging. There have also been several deals on diapers, toilet paper, and other household essentials.
For those unfamiliar, Cyber Monday traditionally comes three days after Black Friday, on Monday. However, we’ve seen Black Friday and Cyber Monday slowly merge and expand to a weeklong, or even a month-long affair. Different products receive better discounts on each day, and the deals that each retailer offers will vary.
A good rule of thumb to follow: If you think you see a good deal, (e.g., one we recommend) create the order as soon as possible. While you can always cancel or return a product, it’s impossible to take advantage of an inactive, or expired deal.
Suppose you purchase a discounted product during Black Friday and see a more significant markdown at another retailer come Cyber Monday. Don’t sweat it.
You can ask the original storefront to match the price (some automatically refund you the difference), or you can return or cancel the order, then place a new order with a better price. Some orders won’t even ship during the weekend, which makes it easy to cancel orders.
For those who can shop in-person during Black Friday weekend, we’ve found that it’s better to shop that way in these situations:
For expensive products
For major stores
For this year’s products
What stores have Black Friday deals still?
Outside of a few notable exceptions like REI, nearly every major retailer and direct-to-consumer company is offering markdowns during the event. We’ve seen deals from Walmart, Best Buy, , Amazon, Adorama, , The Home Depot, and more.
As we do every Black Friday, we are sifting through all of the offers and rounding up the best deals from your favorite retailers.
Last year, we rounded up the best Black Friday deals we could find. Some of the best deals we found discounted many products over 50% with hundreds of dollars in savings. Here are some of the best markdowns we saw last year.
We only choose products that meet our high standard of coverage and that we’ve either used ourselves or researched carefully.
We’ll compare the prices among top retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart and include only the deals that are better than all others offered (not including promotional discounts that come from using certain credit cards).
All deals will be at least 20% off, with the occasional exception for products that are rarely discounted or provide an outsize value.
