Amazon’s first day The deal season is coming to an end, but there are still thousands of deals out there. If you’re not looking to spend a ton of money, but still want to take advantage of the sale, we’ve got you covered. Below, we’ve rounded up all the best deals under $30—from smart speakers and security cameras to headphones and kitchen gear.
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Smart Home Deals
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Amazon’s Blink Mini 2 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) captures brilliant 1080p HD video and reliably captures motion. It’s also weather-resistant, but if you want to use it outside you’ll need to buy a version with a weather-resistant adapter ($30 on Prime Day sale) to use it safely. However, for features such as human detection, live view recording, video sharing, and cloud recording with a 60-day video history, you will need to register.
Click the coupon button to see the discount at checkout. This is a great plugin for those who love Siri. It works with Google and Alexa too, but it’s one of the few that plays well with Apple. It is also small and fits into the outlet without obstructing the rest of the area. This package comes with four plugs.
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This is an amazing Edison-style bulb that works via Bluetooth or the Philips Hue Bridge ($60). That way, you can control it remotely or set up a hub to control it remotely and set up automatic routes. It doesn’t change colors like other smart blurbs, but you can adjust the brightness.
The Kasa smart plug is perfect if you want to turn almost anything into a smart device (including a light bulb, coffee maker, or TV). It’s nice and small, so it won’t block the neighboring shops. Using the accompanying app, you can create routines and scenes just like you would with other smart lights. This one also comes as a four pack.
Click the coupon to see the discount at checkout. These water sensors are quick and easy to install, and you’ll get push notifications and emails to alert you if there’s a leak. At 100 decibels, the siren is also pretty loud so you’ll hear it when you’re at home—at which point you can mute the sound in the app. You’ll need to use sensors with a built-in Govee Wi-Fi hub though, which requires a power outlet.
Audio deals
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These small earbuds are our best earbuds for small ears. They come with a keychain, so you can attach them to your tote, gym bag, or wherever you might need to keep the earbuds handy. The only gripe we have is the battery life—because it’s so small, you’ll get about 5.5 hours of juice.
Although this speaker is small, its sound is surprisingly detailed and has a strong amount of bass. And it’s currently the best Amazon speaker you can get for the price. So, with this discount, it’s legally a steal.
Amazon Echo Pop (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is one of the latest additions to Amazon’s speaker lineup. Half-moon devices come in fun colors and are perfect for a colorful office or dorm room. It doesn’t sound as powerful as the Echo Dot, but it’s still a solid choice for casual listening.
When buying headphones for your kids, it’s important to make sure they have a limited volume so they don’t damage their hearing. The Altec Lansing ones are rated at 85 decibels but also come with active noise cancellation to block out background noise. They are also wireless and have a battery life of up to 15 hours on a single charge.
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Creative Pebble V3 mini speakers deliver great sound quality, especially for both games and meetings. The midrange and bass notes are smooth and there is even a single gain switch you can turn on. The speakers connect via USB-C, Bluetooth, or the included 3.5-mm audio cable.
These wireless buds aren’t very full-featured, especially when compared to the 2nd Gen Echo Buds, which come with active noise cancellation. But they are affordable and come with Alexa built-in. It’s a solid choice if you’re looking for a pair that you don’t need to handle with a lot of care.
This small Bluetooth microphone is one of our favorite gifts for music lovers. It pairs with your phone and comes with built-in action and delay. The speaker is built into the handle as well, so you don’t need any additional equipment to host a karaoke night with your friends.
Home and Kitchen Deals
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Looking for a very small sound machine? The living space is perfect for travel or when you don’t want to take up valuable space in your bedroom. It’s palm-sized and easily fits in a pocket, but still delivers 16 different sounds to choose from, as well as 30-, 60-, and 90-minute timer options.
The HealthSmart humidifier is an LED lamp that provides soft multi-colored light to help you wind down before bed. But it also doubles as a humidifier if your nose is stuffy or you’re a little sick. And, if that’s not enough, you can use it to diffuse essential oils as well. There’s also a smart touch panel to control the light, fog modes, and timer.
Simply place this lamp on the floor, plug it in, and aim it at the wall to create a halo-like effect with a pop of color. It will make your space feel more cozy. Unfortunately, it comes with a short cord, so you’ll have to plug it into the power line if you want to place it in the desired location.
If you’re looking for an affordable body pillow, this is one of our favorite options for side sleepers. It is filled with plush polyester fiber and can be adjusted to fit any position you are comfortable in. At 20 inches x 54 inches, it’s also a great pillow for this price point.
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The High Quality Vibrating Alarm Clock is a top choice for those with hearing loss in our guide to the Best Alarm Clocks. It’s customizable, with a buzzer up to 106 decibels and a bed shaker that you can use separately or as an alarm. The vibration provides a subtle way to wake up if you don’t want to hear the blaring alarm sounds while the increasing humming pattern wakes you up.
This body pillow is super soft, super huggable, and has a smooth stretchy fabric that feels like velvet. Great for side sleepers—especially those who are cat fans. If not, you can find an axolotl, cow, fox, penguin, or panda instead. This is also the lowest price we have seen so far.
The Primula Burke Cold Brew Maker earned an honorable mention in our cold brewer buying guide. It’s affordable and produces smooth coffee that’s perfect for that signature mellowed cold brew flavor. Since the filter is fine, you also don’t have to worry about getting too much sediment in your coffee. It is dishwasher safe and fits in most refrigerator doors.
This is a lovely lunch box that comes with a reusable ice pack that fits between the layers of the tray. It’s incredibly useful if you want to keep things cold while traveling. It’s dishwasher safe too, so cleaning is easy.
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The KitchenAid Platform Digital Scale is our top pick in our Best Kitchen Scales guide. The two-in-one model comes with a small shock that can weigh up to 0.1 grams, and the ability to measure two ingredients at once. The large display is also backlit for readability and the stainless steel platforms bring a stylish look to any kitchen.
As cookie season approaches, you’ll need a sturdy baking sheet. We love these by Nordic Ware. They have kept us going for over a decade so far, with zero warps or hiccups. Now, you can get two for the price of one. That way, you can save.
Self care specials
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The Bitvae electric toothbrush is already our favorite cheap option, and now it’s on sale. It does the cleaning job well, comes with eight interchangeable heads, and is available in several colors. The only downside is that the charger isn’t that light.
In-office dentistry is expensive. But these Crest 3D Whitestrips are as close as you can get without breaking the bank. Although the adhesive pads are not very pleasant to use (you can’t eat or drink for an hour and they tend to get foamy, sticky), we saw visible results after using them.
This lip mask has gone viral on TikTok for good reason. The balm melts quickly and sinks into your skin, allowing you to wake up with super soft lips. The smell is also very pleasant and does not last long in its reception.
These are affordable, thin earplugs that are great to take to shows if you don’t want to be judged on them. They have clear stems and tips that fit into your ear with low sounds at an average of 22 decibels. And they do a solid job of being relatively flat.
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