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The 20+ best early Amazon Prime Day deals under $50
Amazon Prime Day will be here next week, and while it’s a great time to score savings on top products (like Amazon’s brand new Echo Spot alarm clock) and expensive purchases that you’ve been eyeing for a while, it’s also just as good a time to grab some more affordable items.
That’s why we’ve rounded up the best early Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals under $50, so you can save your cash while sweeping up already-affordable buys on tech, home, and lifestyle products. We’ll be updating this list frequently heading into Prime Day on July 16 and multiple times per day throughout the savings event, so be sure to check back here before you check out online.
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The best early Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals under $50
- Amazon Echo Pop Smart Speaker for $18 (save $22 with Prime): Amazon’s smallest iteration in its popular smart speaker lineup is already under $50, but right now you can swipe it up for just $18. It comes in four colors, is perfect for smaller spaces, and is Alexa-compatible. ZDNET’s Maria Diaz says it’s a great option for anyone who wants a smart speaker and voice assistant for a small space.
- Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen for $25 (save $25 with Prime): If the Echo Pop is too small for your space, no worries. The larger Echo Dot is on sale for $25 off, is Alexa compatible, and is great for playing music.
- Blink Video Doorbell for $30 (save $30 with Prime): Nab Blink’s video doorbell for only $30 (that’s half-off). It has top features like two-way audio, HD video, motion and chime app alerts, and Alexa compatibility. It can also be installed with or without wires.
- Kasa 2K QHD Pan/Tilt Security Camera for $30 (save $8): Kasa’s 2K QHD security camera is already a great budget buy, but even more so with extra savings. Create your own baby or pet monitor, keep tabs on your home, and more with this simple, Alexa-and Google-compatible camera.
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $25 (save $25): The Fire TV Stick lineup is seeing discounts ahead of Prime Day. The 4K version is 50% off, and is an easy way to streamline your TV viewing experience.
- Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Security Camera for $65 (save $65 with Prime): Blink doesn’t just make doorbells. Right now its wire-free smart outdoor floodlight security camera is available for half-off, and even though that’s $15 more than our $50 limit, we think it’s too good of a deal to skip. It offers 700 lumens, two-year battery life, HD live view, enhanced motion detection, and is Alexa compatible. ZDNET’s Maria Diaz says it was just what her dark yard needed.
- 2 -Pack Anker 20W USB-C Cube Power Strip for $28 (save $10): Do you never have enough outlets for your devices? These cubed power strips from Anker make it easy to power up multiple devices without using a long, strip-style appearance. Did I mention it’s a two-pack?
- TP-Link 2K QHD Indoor/Outdoor Security Camera for $28 (save $12): Another budget security pick, this TP-Link indoor/outdoor camera is discounted ahead of Prime Day. It features color night vision, motion detection, SD storage, and more.
- Refurbished Arlo Essential Wire-Free Battery Doorbell for $50 (save $20): Not a Ring fan? No worries. Arlo’s wire-free battery doorbell is discounted by $20 right now, and it features top specs like night vision, two-way audio, and more.
- Belkin BoostCharge 3-Port USB-C for $39 (save $6): If you always feel like you impulse shop during shopping events, here’s a cheap purchase that’s actually useful. Belkin’s 3-Port USB-C charger makes it easy to power up your devices (plus, you can never have enough charging blocks).
- TP-Link Tapo 1080p Indoor Security Camera for $15 (save $10): Grab this TP-Link indoor security camera for just $15 right now and easily see what’s going on inside your home while you’re away.
Also: Prime Day invitation-only deals are back on Amazon. Here’s how to sign up
- Current price: $45
- Original price: $80
Amazon’s brand-new Echo Spot alarm clock is now 40% off for Prime members. Meant to function much like a clock radio, the Echo Spot features a small screen that takes up about two-thirds of the front, with the speaker occupying the bottom chin area. The screen can display the time with customizable clock faces, alarms, weather, song titles, and even some Alexa illustrations triggered by specific commands.
Also: You can get Amazon’s new Echo Spot alarm clock for just $45 off through Prime Day
- Current price: $14
- Original price: $20
These smart plugs do it all, including a handy energy-moderating feature that shows you the consumption of everything connected to this plug via the app. Kasa plugs are handy in ZDNET’s Maria Diaz’s home.
- Current price: $50
- Original price: $90
Amazon’s Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is also seeing a great discount right now. You can save $40 and grab it for just $50, and set up your smart home display. The Echo Show is Alexa compatible, doubles as a speaker and display, and is able to be integrated with the rest of your Alexa smart home system.
Also: Amazon’s Echo Show 5 made me a smart display believer (and my daughter, too)
- Current price: $30
- Original price: $50
Right now, you can grab two of Blink’s indoor security cameras. They feature 1080p HD video, night vision, motion detection, two-way audio, and are Alexa-compatible. Plus, they make great cameras for pets, kids, and more.
More early Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals under $50
- Certified Refurbished Blink Video Doorbell for $28 (save $17): Just like with Ring and Arlo doorbells, you can pick up a certified refurbished Blink video doorbell ahead of Prime Day. It features two-way audio and HD video, and is Alexa-enabled.
- Save up to 55% on Amazon devices: Save on tons of Amazon products, including the Echo lineup, Fire TVs, Fire Sticks, Fire tablets, and more.
- Amazon Echo Glow for $17 (save $13): This Amazon smart lamp provides different lights as visual reminders for chores, waking up, listening to music, and more, making it a great buy for back-to-school and your favorite kiddos.
- Amazon Echo Buds for $25 (save $25): Grab these earbuds for half-off and enjoy crisp audio, balanced bass, and full sound, two microphones, and voice detection for clear communication.
- Renpho Smart Scale for $20 (save $15): If you want more insight into your body’s health and makeup this summer, this smart scale allows you to see things like your visceral fat, metabolic age, muscle and bone mass, and more.
- Blink Mini 2 Indoor Camera 2-Pack for $40 (save $30): If you want the newer Blink camera models, you can grab two of the new Blink Mini 2 cameras for just $40.
- Echo Dot 5th Gen + Sengled Smart Color Bulb for $27 (save $43): This duo bundle offers great value, combining the Echo Dot 5th Gen and a smart colored light bulb all for under $30.
FAQs
When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
Amazon Prime Day 2024 will begin July 16 at 12:01 a.m. PDT and run through July 17.
Are deals really better on Prime Day?
Prices on Amazon are typically lower on Prime Day, especially on big-ticket items like TVs, Amazon devices, laptops, and more. However, it’s also a great time to score savings on everyday essentials and products that are already budget-friendly. You can also save on deals during other Amazon events, like Prime Big Deal Days in October and the Big Spring Sale in March, but savings often aren’t as great as during July Prime Day.
How did we choose these Prime Day 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 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.
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.
