There’s Still Time to Shop The 313 Absolute Best Prime Day Deals

WIRED’s coverage of the best Amazon Prime Day deals and biggest discounts is, as they say, built different. For starters, we only include products someone from our team has personally tested and reviewed. That means you will not find flimsy fad gadgets or shoddy dupes among our recommendations.

What remains is all solid srtuff. You’ll often find a link to a longer write-up to a review or buying guide if you want to make a fully informed buying decision. Additionally, we obsessively track prices to make sure everything on the list is a genuinely good price right now. For more on that, consult our helpful guide to shopping like a pro on Prime Day. Today is the last day of Prime Day, so you might not see some of these deals until Amazon’s second Prime Day event in October or Black Friday in November. Take advantage!

We test products year-round and handpicked these Prime Day deals. Products that are sold out or no longer discounted will be crossed out. We’ll update this guide regularly throughout Prime Day by adding fresh deals and removing dead deals.

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Product Reviewers: Scott Gilbertson, Adrienne So, Brenda Stolyer, Simon Hill, Julian Chokkattu, Medea Giordano, Ryan Waniata, Louryn Strampe, Parker Hall, Nena Farrell, Martin Cizmar, Eric Ravenscraft, Emily Peck, Lisa Wood Shapiro

Best Tech Deals

Logitech makes a lot of great, functional keyboards, but the Pop Keys (9/10, WIRED Recommends) not only leverage the company’s excellent peripheral design, they look fun as well. The Pop Keys come in a variety of vibrant color palettes, with cute, circular key tops that are comfortable and feel distinct to type on. There’s a row of customizable dedicated emoji keys along the right side that you can swap out with your favorite or most commonly used emoji. It’s a distinct design that can make your desk feel less dreary and more engaging. Best of all, even on a normal day, the Pop Keys are our top pick for keyboards under $100, which makes this sale an even better time to buy. —Eric Ravenscraft

A good webcam for video calls has become downright essential over the last few years and Logitech makes some of the best webcams you can buy. Offering crisp 1080p footage at 30 frames per second, decent white balance, and solid autofocus, the C920 Pro HD is our current runner-up. It performed reliably for a number of years and has a relatively narrow 78-degree field of view. It comes with a 5-foot USB cable and a handy universal clip that works with any monitor or laptop. Sadly, there is no privacy cover with this webcam, but we don’t have any other complaints. —Simon Hill

When everyone started having to spend a lot more of their days on Zoom calls, suddenly it became clear just how mediocre the webcams on all our laptops are. Fortunately, we have external webcams like the Razer Kiyo X, our top pick for Best Webcam. The original Razer Kiyo came with its own ring light, but when WIRED reviewer Matt Jancer tested the newer Kiyo X, he found its white balance and color saturation adjustments so good that he hardly missed it. The webcam has snappy autofocus and you can easily switch to manual focus if you would rather take more control over the camera. —Eric Ravenscraft

There are few upgrades for your gaming PC that will be quite as good for your rig as a new graphics card. The 4060 line of Nvidia cards are solid entry-level GPUs in the recent 40XX line, and given the chaotic nature of the GPU market, we take notice of even slight sales on these cards. This line can tackle all those modern ray-tracing features that make every puddle on the sidewalk look like a work of high-polygon art. Or, you can play AAA games on medium graphics settings and easily hit that 240fps so many modern monitors support. —Eric Ravenscraft

The Blue Yeti microphone is an icon of independent media, and our Best USB Microphone. If you’ve ever watched videos on YouTube, followed a Twitch streamer, or listened to a podcast, there’s a good chance you’ve seen (or heard) this microphone at some point. It’s made of heavy aluminum and comes with an array of cardioid patterns so you can use it for a single source, for two speakers facing each other, or to pick up ambient sound in a room. It connects via USB so you don’t need all the complicated audio interface gear that pros use. —Eric Ravenscraft

SteelSeries Alias Pro Controller and Microphone

After years of leading the pack, the Blue Yeti has developed some stiff competition, and this USB mic from SteelSeries is one of its better ones. It has a substantial capsule size that captures a wide sampling of audio, and a subtle but stylish fabric mesh covering. The shock absorber built into the base helps minimize any bumps on your desk from turning into obnoxious noises in your mic input. A set of LEDs under the mesh shows your input level, which is a particularly handy way to avoid peaking when you raise your voice. And if you plan on using this thing for Twitch streaming, there’s a strong possibility that feature will come in handy. —Eric Ravenscraft

Getting a professional microphone setup can be a real hassle, but SteelSeries has made it as simple as possible. This kit comes with the excellent Alias microphone above, which connects via XLR, and also includes an audio interface (8/10, WIRED Recommends). Most professional interfaces are specialty boxes that can be complicated for the unfamiliar, but SteelSeries has made it simple and streamer-friendly. It’s a convenient middle-ground and an easy upgrade. —Eric Ravenscraft

Tile Stickers are the Best Bluetooth Trackers for remotes, Kindle readers, and other small, frequently misplaced objects. Each tracker is waterproof and has a three-year battery life. The 150-foot range means you won’t want to use these to track your phone or wallet, but for beloved stuffed animals or your mobile gaming controller, Tile Stickers are worth a gander. If you lose your tracked thing, simply pop open the app and track the sticker’s location. It doesn’t get much easier than that. —Louryn Strampe

Need a printer? This one will do the job just fine. It’s the printer I’ve tested the longest and was quick to connect to my Wi-Fi and set up. The print quality is solid, and swapping out the ink is easy. It’s a color printer and has an NFC sensor so you can tap the back of your phone to send a document to print. —Julian Chokkattu

This affordable Wi-Fi 6 router currently tops our best routers guide even when it’s not discounted for Prime Day because it combines a slick design with reliable performance. It’s a dual-band (2.4-GHz and 5-GHz) router capable of speedy connections and suitable for an average-sized home with an internet connection of 1 Gbps or less. There are four gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, a single gigabit WAN port, and a USB 3.0 port on the back. It’s easy to set up and configure through TP-Link’s Tether app, and you get basic security and features like QoS (Quality of Service) included. Unfortunately, if you want more in-depth security or parental controls, you must subscribe to Security+ at $5 a month or $36 a year and Advanced Parental Controls at $3 a month or $18 a year. This router has been floating around this price for the last few months, but it is still a good deal. —Simon Hill

For folks with large homes, Netgear’s Orbi mesh systems offer some of the widest coverage available. This tri-band, Wi-Fi 6 mesh boasts two 5-GHz and one 2.4-GHz band, offering rock-solid connectivity, fast speeds, and impressive range (up to 7,500 square feet with a 3-pack). The main router has a gigabit LAN and three further gigabit Ethernet ports, but the nodes only have two gigabit ports apiece. Netgear’s app is very straightforward, but you must splash out on subscriptions if you want more than basic security and parental controls. Large properties with relatively modest needs, up to 40 devices, and 1 Gbps internet connections will be well served by this mesh. —Simon Hill

I have tested countless mesh routers over the past five years, but this tri-band Wi-Fi 6 system from Asus remains my top pick for most folks. This two-pack comes pre-paired, is a breeze to set up, and will blanket the average home with speedy and stable Wi-Fi. It came top or thereabouts in my tests on the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands, with an extra 5-GHz band left over for backhaul (traffic between the main router and the node). Asus mesh systems stand out from the crowd because they come with security software and parental controls free for the lifetime of the devices (no subscription required). You can also set up a guest network, prioritize traffic for specific activities, such as video calls, and dig into the weeds on settings, though folks who prefer to remain hands-off may prefer a different mesh. —Simon Hill

As the budget pick in our Best Mesh Routers guide, this system from TP-Link is already affordable, but the Prime Day discount makes it even more of a bargain. This Wi-Fi 6 dual-band system (2.4-GHz and 5-GHz) proved easy to set up and was very dependable in my tests. It’s not the fastest mesh, but folks with internet connection speeds of 500 Mbps or below should be satisfied. Each router has two gigabit Ethernet ports, and they blend in easily on shelves or tables. This mesh came with free software when it was first released, but if you want anything beyond basic security and parental controls now, you will, unfortunately, need a subscription (Security+ costs $5 a month or $36 a year, and Advanced Parental Controls costs $3 a month or $18 a year). Even with the subscriptions, the X20 is an affordable way to ensure reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home. —Simon Hill

We all expect strong Wi-Fi inside our homes, but what about the backyard? If you’re lazing in the sun, you might want to read on your phone, stream music for a BBQ, or even watch the game in the great outdoors. If your regular router or mesh system can’t stretch, the TP-Link Deco X50 Outdoor could be just what you need. This router has an IP65 rating, so no need to fear rain, and it extends your Wi-Fi up to 2,500 square feet, enough to cover most backyards and then some. It can connect to any Deco mesh, or you can run an Ethernet cable since it supports Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). We have seen discounts on this before, but this is the cheapest we’ve tracked. —Simon Hill

With Wi-Fi 7 support still thin on the ground and prices of Wi-Fi 6E mesh systems falling, this could be a great way to try out the newly opened 6-GHz band. This tri-band mesh sports TP-Link’s usual vaselike Deco design and a two-pack is relatively affordable. It did fairly well in my tests, but the 6-GHz band is reserved for wireless backhaul by default and has limited range. Basic features are free, but beefed-up Security+ costs $5 a month or $36 a year, and Advanced Parental Controls require a second subscription costing $3 a month or $18 a year. —Simon Hill

Although it only made the honorable mentions section of our Best Mesh Routers guide, this is an excellent Wi-Fi 6E mesh, only missing out on a full recommendation because of its relatively high release price. With the discount, you should consider this tri-band mesh system because it is one of the fastest Wi-Fi 6E mesh routers I have tested. The range on the 6-GHz band was relatively wide compared with cheaper systems like the XE75, and the XE200 finished near the top of the table in most speed tests. You will need subscriptions for more than basic security and parental controls. Security+ is $5 a month or $36 a year, and Advanced Parental Controls costs $3 a month or $18 a year. —Simon Hill

Lume Cube Edge LED Desk Light mounted on desk next to computer

I love mounting everything. Monitor? Put it on a monitor arm mount and save desk space. Lamp? Put it on a clamp and mount it to your desk! Lume Cube’s desk light clamps easily and can help brighten up your desk or even your face during video calls. You get options to tweak the color temperature and brightness. I’ve been using it for more than a year with no issues. —Julian Chokkattu

Believe it or not, some things still use batteries. If your household churns through them, this is a cheap way to invest in some rechargeables for your clocks, toys, emergency kits, computer mice, or remotes. They’ll arrive precharged and can be recharged up to 1,000 times each. It’s pretty hard to get a battery wrong—these are totally fine, and the price is right for Prime Day. If you don’t already have a charger around, here’s an affordable option. My house also has the unfortunately named Battery Daddy organizer to keep ours sorted. —Louryn Strampe

This is a slight variation of our favorite dual-monitor docking station. While that Plugable dock only supports two monitors, this one not only bumps that up to three, but each monitor has the option of connecting via either HDMI or DisplayPort, for maximum flexibility. There have been more than a few times that the DisplayPort cable I have is just a few inches too short, and it would’ve been much easier to swap to a longer HDMI cable rather than be stuck with only the one option. Normally, this one would be a bit too pricey compared with our top triple-monitor docking station, but this Prime Day discount brings it down to a reasonable price. —Eric Ravenscraft

Front and overhead view of a yellow bag with brown straps

Want a tote bag to carry around your camera equipment? This one from Moment can be carried as a tote, or you can use the longer strap to wear it like a messenger bag. I’ve taken this to the beach plenty of times, with my camera equipment safe in the center padded area (which is removable, making the bag more versatile). There are a few organization options inside and small pockets on the exterior of two sides. Snag it in yellow! It’s a vibe. —Julian Chokkattu

I’m working on a portable monitors guide right now, but the Arzopa is going to be my top pick. It has a sharp 144-Hz 16-inch screen with a Full HD resolution, and a built-in kickstand to keep it upright. You can plug it in via the included USB-C cables to your device to extend your screen anywhere, and it’s fairly slim, so it’ll fit in most backpack laptop sleeves just fine. —Julian Chokkattu

Google’s Pixel Tablet and Charging Stand (7/10, WIRED Recommends) does a great job of marrying tablet and a smart display into one. The future of smart displays is using the screens you already have, after all, and this handy combo gives you a full-fledged Android tablet that turns into a solid smart display when you aren’t using it. It does a good job being both things, too, which can be rare for combination devices, and the dock speakers are robust and loud enough to fill a room with music. And as someone who often forgets to charge her tablet, having a dedicated space to easily charge it between uses (and never wonder where I left it, either!) is crazy convenient. —Nena Farrell

Sonos-enabled turntables might seem stupid to audio purists but they’re actually quite handy when it comes to playing your favorite records around the house. That’s why we’re fans of this medium-end model from Victrola (8/10, WIRED Recommends). It’s a decent enough standalone deck, but the Sonos connectivity is what makes it worth a little more than similar models, even on Prime Day. —Parker Hall

This tiny little PNY flash drive is our top pick for compact portable storage in our Best USB Flash Drives guide. With support for USB 3.2 Gen 2 (whatever that means), it can handle large files with blisteringly fast speeds. PNY claims that read speeds up to 600MB/s and write speeds up to 250MB/s, but in my own testing, it gets far beyond that. In fact, it’s so fast that I use it when testing laptop docking stations, and routinely get both read and write speeds in excess of 800MB/s. Your mileage may vary, depending on the connectors on your laptop or any adapters you use, but if it’s fast enough to use as a baseline for my testing the transfer of massive media files, there’s a good chance it’s plenty fast for anything you can throw at it. —Eric Ravenscraft

Laptop with Belkin iPhone Mount connected

Did you know iPhones can wirelessly turn into webcams for your MacBook? It’s a relatively new feature called Continuity Camera and a very seamless process to get it all going. But where do you put your iPhone while webcamming? Enter this Belkin mount. It magnetically sticks to the back of the iPhone via MagSafe and a little lip sticks out where you can hang it over your MacBook screen. When you’re not teleconferencing, you can use the mount as a kickstand or phone grip. —Julian Chokkattu

Digital photo frames are great, as are curated social media feeds of your favorite photos, but I love having physical photo albums. Canon’s Selphy QX10 prints 2.7-by-2.7-inch Polaroid-like images with adhesive backs. The photo paper comes with an ink pack, so you’ll always have enough. I also tested Canon’s larger printer, the Selphy CP1500, which prints on 4-by-6-inch paper. These are two products I was genuinely sad to give back after testing, and I have on my own list for Prime Day buys. If you’re as nostalgic as me, one of these is worth the purchase, especially during a sale. —Medea Giordano

It is way too early for most folks to worry about Wi-Fi 7, but if you’re an early adopter with deep pockets looking to future-proof, TP-Link’s enormous Deco BE85 mesh system is worth a look. The TP-Link Deco BE85 (7/10, WIRED Review) is a seriously fast tri-band router that takes full advantage of the newly opened 6-GHz band to offer some of the fastest speeds I’ve seen. These large, white, vaselike routers boast two 10 Gbps and two 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports apiece. For more than basic security and parental controls, you do need subscriptions, and this is a pricey system, even with the discount, but it’s also our current pick for folks who want a Wi-Fi 7 mesh. —Simon Hill

Simplicity is attractive for many folks, and when it comes to Wi-Fi we all just want a stable, speedy connection that works. The Google Nest Wifi Pro (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is one of the easiest and most reliable mesh systems I have ever tested. It may lack some bells and whistles, but if you prefer to remain hands-off with your tech, this is the mesh system for you. This tri-band Wi-Fi 6E system opens up the 6-GHz band, but it is mostly reserved for backhaul (sending traffic between the main router and nodes). The cute design blends in easily, the Nest Wifi Pro offers decent performance, is very easy to set up in the Google Home app, and includes smart home extras like Matter and Thread support. —Simon Hill

With an understated design, Google’s Nest Cam is a wired indoor security camera that records clear 1080p video thanks to HDR and a relatively high frame rate (30 fps). It also supports two-way audio, night vision kicks on automatically when the lights go out, and notifications come through swiftly and reliably. The catch is you need a Nest Aware subscription at $8 per month ($80/year) to get 30 days of event video history and smart features, like familiar face alerts. On the plus side, that subscription covers all of your Nest devices. If you can stomach the cost, this is my favorite indoor security camera. Face recognition is very handy, as notifications tell me when the kids or my wife come home and instantly flag strangers. —Simon Hill

White and grey coneshaped security camera attached to a wooden fence

The Google Nest Cam is our recommendation for an outdoor security camera if Google runs your house, and the Google Nest Cam with Floodlight is perfect to add to areas where you want a floodlight to boost your security. There are three hours of free event history, or you can add on the Nest Aware subscription ($8 a month, or $80 for the whole year) to get 30 days of event history and have the camera identify faces it sees. It captures sharp 1080p video with HDR and night vision, has a clear speaker and microphone, and the motion detection is accurate down to a passerby’s ponytail. —Nena Farrell

Security cameras with floodlights attached are a great way to secure areas like your garage or backyard. Motion will trigger the light and a video recording, and the camera can record color footage because the area is illuminated. The E340 is a dual-lens camera with a 3K wide angle lens and a 2K telephoto lens for up to 8x zoom to capture details up to 50 feet away. Two adjustable light panels can put out up to 2,000 lumens. It can also pan 360 degrees and tilt 120 degrees, record locally to a microSD card up to 128 GB, or connect to a HomeBase 3 (both sold separately). This is one of the best outdoor security cameras and an excellent choice for folks seeking a floodlight. —Simon Hill

White rectangle attached to a fence with a small panel up top and a round security camera below

This versatile device is the pan-and-tilt pick in our best outdoor security camera guide. It’s ideal if you want a hands-off camera you can set up and leave to do its thing. The built-in solar panel keeps the battery topped off. The camera features a dual-lens system with a main lens that boasts a 135-degree field of view and records sharp video, paired with a telephoto lens that offers 3X zoom in the center of the frame (it goes up to 8x hybrid zoom). There’s also 8 GB of storage built in to keep things local. The relatively low 15 fps frame rate is disappointing, and the two-way audio quality is not great, but there is onboard AI and subject tracking. —Simon Hill

This two-pack of outdoor security cameras comes with an indoor hub for local video recording. The camera can record up to 2K resolution and supports color night vision. The small hub plugs into your router via an Ethernet cable and takes microSD cards up to 256 GB (sold separately), so there’s no need for a cloud storage subscription. The Tapo app offers privacy zones, sensitivity sliders, scheduling, privacy mode, and smart detection for people, pets, and vehicles. The two-way audio is not the best, and I got some false positives, but these security cameras are generally reliable and a solid pick for folks who prefer to keep everything local. —Simon Hill

This relatively affordable camera can record video at up to 2K and 30 frames per second, boasts a 150-degree field of view, and connects directly to your Wi-Fi network. The Tapo app categorizes motion (person, pet, vehicle) and allows you to set activity zones and privacy zones. The two-way audio is okay, and there’s a built-in alarm function. You can also slip a microSD card in for local recording or opt for a Tapo Care subscription (from $3.50/month or $35/year) for 30-day video cloud storage. All that’s really lacking here is HDR, and this excellent device was runner-up in our best outdoor security cameras guide. —Simon Hill

Do you have a giant plastic bin full of exotic cables you refuse to part with? Yeah, me too. We all do. There is no other way. A couple of winters ago, I spent a full day organizing those cables by genre in marked Ziploc bags, which I highly recommend as a satisfying project. It may one day save me as much as $20 when I need a proprietary charging cable for my MiniDisc player or a standard Micro USB-A cable. To take that project on in any manner of civilized way you will need these velcro cable ties. —Martin Cizmar

Person's hand holding up a smartphone with the Flir One Gen 3 thermal camera attachment.

A thermal camera has some handy uses. You can check on the hot water pipes in the wall, see how much heat your mattress is retaining, and even spot your pet hiding in the dark. Our favorite thermal camera to use with your phone is the Flir One Gen 3. It looks similar to a little battery pack, connecting to the base of your phone and turning your phone into a thermal camera via the Flir One app. It does a great job of creating a visual map of heat and where it could be coming from. It does require a lot of power, though, and you’ll need to charge it before using it (no, plugging it into your phone doesn’t count). —Nena Farrell

We have an entire in-depth guide all about how to buy a TV. Of course, there are all sorts of things to consider, but once you’ve nailed down the size and specs you want, you might need to pick up some new accessories. If you haven’t upgraded your HDMI cables in a while, this affordable option from Amazon Basics is worth buying, especially with a few bucks off in honor of Prime Day. Newer cables like this one may support higher data speeds than those you originally purchased years ago. This 10-foot cable should be plenty long enough to route behind your TV, but there are additional lengths available too. —Louryn Strampe

Wired cameras are trickier to fit, but you don’t have to worry about battery life. This device is our pick of the best wired outdoor security cameras, as it sports a large aperture and image sensor for color footage at night without a spotlight. The motion deception works well, and you can filter for people, pets, or vehicles—though the AI is a bit flaky—or set up private zones in the Tapo app. Tweak the default settings, and you can record 2K video with HDR. This camera has an IP66 rating and takes microSD cards up to 512 GB in size for local recordings. This camera is frequently discounted. —Simon Hill

Left Flexible rod with clamp holding a tablet above a bed. Center Front view of a flexible rod with clamp holding a...

I love to read, but after developing cysts in both my wrists, it hasn’t been as comfortable as it used to be, even reading on a lightweight Kindle or an iPhone. But the handy Lamicall Gooseneck Tablet Holder has been the saving grace for my sad, weak wrists. It’s got a clamp base that I can secure onto my living room side tables or my bed frame base, and then angle the arm towards wherever I’m sitting. It’s also easy to stash under the bed when I’m not using it, but I tend to just leave it attached to my table of choice so that I can resume reading the next day with ease. I use it daily with my Kindle Paperwhite, and use it with other devices—my phone, my Nintendo Switch, even a Steam Deck—to make reading, scrolling, and gaming pain-free. It’s on sale right now for a few bucks cheaper than usual, and let me tell you, it’s worth it. —Nena Farrell

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‘Tis the season to try and not collapse from heatstroke. If you’ve been after a solid air conditioner for your bedroom or guest room, this powerful 8,000 BTU beauty will do the trick. The Midea U-Shaped AC (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is our favorite overall window air conditioner we’ve tested thanks to its ease of setup, brackets that let you open or close your window deep into the unit when the weather outside changes, and powerful yet blissfully quiet performance. Skip the heat and bask in the luxury of the cool, now for a significant discount. —Ryan Waniata

I discovered this fan looking for an easier way to clean my keyboard, and it is awesome for blowing dust out of just about anything. It works much like compressed air for clearing dust and debris from keyboards and computers, but it doesn’t run out. You can set the intensity with a sliding switch, and it charges via USB-C when the battery is low. It also comes with wee attachments that make it truly versatile. I’ve used it for detailing the car, blowing crumbs out of the couch, and for dusting everywhere. —Simon Hill

EcoFlow Wave 2 portable air conditioner outside near a tent

If you want to cool a small space like a tent, RV, or even a small bedroom, the EcoFlow Wave 2 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is a portable AC unit rated at 5100 BTU (British Thermal Units). Last summer, I used it to cool my office during the day and bedroom at night since we don’t have air conditioning, and it did enough to keep things comfortable. It is portable, though heavy, especially with the add-on battery. If you can’t plug in, the battery adds up to eight hours of cooling on eco mode. The app is slick, and the Wave 2 is relatively quiet in operation, delivering effective off-grid cooling or heating (6100 BTU) that you can take with you. But it is pricey, even with the coupon.—Simon Hill

If you like Yeti bottles and you like light purple, you’re in luck. If you don’t like the handle style, the Rambler water bottle in lilac is also discounted to $21 ($9 off). Yeti is among the brands that still use lead solder to seal its water bottles. We stopped recommending them for that reason, but many staffers still use and like them (the lead is on the underside of the cups and covered in steel, so it’s unlikely you’d be exposed). The Yeti Tundra 35 cooler in lilac was down to $193 a few hours ago, but is now back up to $275 though everyone seems to want a Yeti cooler this Prime Day anyway. —Martin Cizmar

The Tushy Classic 3.0 is a pretty low key bidet. While it doesn’t have some of the bells and whistles other bidets have, the Tushy Classic is easy to install, doesn’t require external power, and is safe to use in a rental or home where you can’t make major changes. My husband and I love ours—we used my impending birth as an excuse to buy bidets for all our bathrooms, so that way I wouldn’t need to have a peri bottle handy (postpartum problems). It’s been a great addition to our home long after giving birth, and they were easy to uninstall from our rental and bring to our new condo, too. I love the bamboo knob finish, but there are tons of colors to make sure it matches your bathroom’s vibes. —Nena Farrell

I’ve attached about a dozen bidets to my toilet over the past year, and this Kohler PureWash is my top pick for most people. If you’ve been shopping for a bidet attachment and focused on washlets made by Japanese brand Toto, the unquestioned standard-bearer in the category, allow me to sing the praises of this sleek, minimalist offering from Wisconsin-based Kohler, which is several hundred bucks cheaper than Totos with the same premium features like a UV sanitization nightlight and on-seat buttons to back up the remote. The sprayer and dryer work well and it’s a breeze to install using the included metal splitter, which has a sturdy feel compared to Toto’s plastic pieces. Best of all, the Kohler blends right into my bathroom so it doesn’t look like my toilet is wearing the washroom equivalent of orthopedic shoes. —Martin Cizmar

As many of my coworkers have noted, I live in Portland, Oregon, the city with the purest, finest-tasting water in all the land. This means that I love Lifestraw, because whenever my children and I have to drink water anywhere else in the world, we end up gagging. I love all of Lifestraw’s products; I use the Go water bottle series when we travel, and have recently replaced it with the attractive LifeStraw Sip. But the most affordable is the personal water filter. Not only does it remove waterborne bacteria and parasites, it also removes microplastics. Each filter can clean up to 1,000 gallons of water before it needs to be replaced. Even if you don’t normally venture into life-threatening situations, it’s lightweight and affordable for when you’re traveling in countries where you need to filter water to brush your teeth, or even just for when your 7-year-old dehydrates himself just because he doesn’t like the taste. —Adrienne So

Bird Buddy bird feeder cameras in yellow and blue

I’m obsessed with smart bird feeders and have tried a few for an upcoming WIRED guide. Bird Buddy’s feeder (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is cute and compact if you’re limited on outdoor space. The connected app snaps pictures of your visitors, using AI to identify the species. I didn’t try this solar roof version, but I would recommend it to eliminate the need to constantly charge the camera. If you don’t mind it, or you have another solar charger already, the standard Bird Buddy is also on sale for $199 ($50 off). —Medea Giordano

Clip the on-page coupon to get an additional 15 percent off. This Birdfy feeder is another great option and it’s bigger with a nice perch, so you could potentially get more visitors at once. It’s also more affordable and comes with a lifetime AI subscription so you won’t have to pay a monthly fee. If you skip the AI, you can get the Birdfy feeder with a solar panel for $144, and you’ll get video only with the option to add a subscription later. Since we’ve tested both the Birdfy and Bird Buddy, both AI identification processes have improved and will continue to improve as more people use them. —Medea Giordano

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I love my son’s Hatch, but if I were shopping for one of my own, this is the one I’d buy. The Hatch Restore 2’s fabric cover and geometric form factor give it an upscale look and feel, and it comes in three beautiful earth-tone shades. The sunrise light is directional and bright enough to rouse you from sleep, though you’ll still need a regular lamp to light the entire room. The app works well to let you customize and organize your sounds and schedules together since it doubles as a sound machine. There’s extra content behind a $5 monthly membership, but you can get the sunrises, sunsets, and library of sleep sounds all for free. —Nena Farrell

This was the first bed frame I ever bought—back when I was furnishing my first apartment and making just above minimum wage. I’ve since moved on, but the frame is still being circulated among my younger family members. It’s the best budget bed frame. The metal tablelike construction is about as simple as it gets, but the frame is solid and durable. The 18-inch model has enough space underneath for storage totes. Just get a longer bedskirt if you want them to stay hidden! If you’re also in the market for a better mattress, we’ve got a roster of recommendations. —Louryn Strampe

I was helping my sister hunt for a bed frame the other day. She was looking for something simple and affordable, and we were debating if the IKEA frames were worth hauling ourselves an hour drive for. Then it hit me—she should get my bed frame. I’ve had the Zinus Platform Metal Bed Frame for five years, and it’s survived four different moves and multiple mattresses top it, but I always forget how affordable it is since it’s been so sturdy, reliable, and still nice enough to look at for the price. If you’re looking for a simple bed frame, the Zinus is on sale right now for a nice $33 bucks off. —Nena Farrell

This affordable bed frame is easy to move from place to place. It breaks down into a group of metal rods and end pieces, and it’s easy to reassemble (and it remains just as durable). It fluctuates quite frequently in price, but you shouldn’t pay more than $85 for it. It’s got a foot of space underneath for under-bed storage (or, in our reviewer’s case, cat tunnels). We also appreciate the recessed side supports. You won’t stub your toes when crawling into bed. —Louryn Strampe

Casper Original Hybrid Mattress on bed frame in a bedroom

Casper is the company that brought bed-in-a-box mattresses to prominence stateside, and the Original was the company’s signature mattress for most of the era. The Original was a mainstay on our guide to the best mattresses until the launch of the new One, which is now our favorite all-foam mattress overall. The Original is still a very solid pick if you’re looking to nab a queen-sized hybrid for just over a grand during Prime Day. Unlike many of our picks, it’s sold via Amazon if you want fast and free Prime delivery. Depending on where you live, you could order now and be sleeping on it tomorrow night. —Martin Cizmar

I love grabbing this robe right out of the shower, sometimes even in place of a real towel. The super-plush descriptor is accurate—this robe is fluffy and cozy, and makes me feel like I’m at a spa resort when I’m really just washing sand out of my hair after visiting the beach with my toddler. But Brooklinen’s robe isn’t so warm that it’s been too hot to use on summer nights, and these days I just do a light towel dry before slipping on the robe and letting the robe do the rest of the work. It stays fluffy after a wash, and while it does shed a little, it’s not much compared to other fluffy towels I’ve tried. I love wearing the Brooklinen robe while I dry my hair or wear a red light therapy mask before bed, and I am resisting the temptation to add the Resort Stripe color to my collection. —Nena Farrell

Reviewer Adrienne So described the Sense energy monitor as like a Fitbit for your house in our guide to gifts for homeowners. Unlike the single-outlet versions WIRED reviewers often use to monitor power consumption by the gadgets we’re testing, this clamps onto your breaker box and gives you a big-picture look at your power use for various lines. It’s been on sale for $230 before, but if you’ve got an energy drain that’s running up your power bill it’ll probably pay for itself before long. —Martin Cizmar

Water can cause serious damage, so you want to be immediately alerted when there’s a leak so you can deal with it. The versatile Moen Flo is one the best water leak detectors, offering swift and reliable alerts by email, push notification, and text message. It also has a built-in alarm and flashing LED. The metal feet alert when water rises, and there’s a disc sensor with a lengthy cable if you prefer to wall mount. This detector also provides temperature and humidity readings via the companion app.—Simon Hill

Automation is what makes a smart home feel smart, and Switchbot’s clever automatic curtain opener, now in its third iteration, is a retrofit solution to open and close your drapes. Easy to install, with built-in solar panels to keep the battery topped off, these curtain openers have a “QuietDrift” mode that keeps the noise down. Pair with a Switchbot hub, and you open up full smart home connectivity. All the flaws of the original Curtain Bot (4/10, WIRED Review) and Curtain Rod 2 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) were fixed in Switchbot Curtain 3, and it made our best smart shades, blinds, and curtains guide. You can get another 5 percent off with the code “5OFFNSPDSB.” —Simon Hill

Casper is known for its mattresses, but the company makes a sleek sunrise lamp we love with an intuitive design. To start the sunset program before you go to bed, simply flip the Casper Glow Light over and ta-da! It begins. You’ll use the app to set up details for your sunset and your sunrise too, such as the length of time for the light to increase or decrease. The sleek little light has dimming controls, but only one shade of gorgeously yellow light that does a great job evenly lighting a dark room. The Casper Glow Light is wireless, which is rare, and recharges on a pad the size of a coaster. It’s a chic option if you want great light, a consistent schedule, and something wire-free for your bedroom. —Nena Farrell

White 7sided device with a speaker on the top and 3 large oval buttons on the front

The LectroFan Classic is our sound machine recommendation for most people, particularly if you just want a few options of colored noise and fan sounds. It’s simply constructed, with big buttons that are easy to navigate in the dark, and a 60-minute timer. —Medea Giordano

If you need extra drill bits, this is the kit we recommend. These general-use drill bits can handle wood, metal, plastics, wallboard, and fiberglass with ease. That should be more than enough for the average DIY-er. There’s a black oxide coating that resists rust and friction to make short work of your jobs. And the included carrying case keeps everything corralled. The price of this kit frequently bounces between $17 and $10, and Prime Day brings it down to the low end of the spectrum. Pair this kit with our favorite drill for a one-and-done toolbox upgrade. —Louryn Strampe

Sometimes a standard Phillips-head screwdriver just isn’t going to cut it. These precision screwdrivers are good to have around for itty-bitty tasks like electronics or eyeglasses repair. Those tiny screws are easy to strip, but this kit comes with the sizes you’ll need for the most common tasks. Check out our home tool kit buying guide for additional recommendations. —Louryn Strampe

It’s not easy to clean the air in a big room for a low price. The Coway Airmega 250 Smart Air Purifier can exchange the air two times in a 930-square-foot space and four times in a space half that size. That’s a lot of power in a compact design. Coway air purifiers are a favorite here at WIRED for their power-to-cost ratio. The combination HEPA and activated carbon means the 250 Smart cleans more than just dust and pollen, it also captures volatile organic compounds. And while it isn’t the quietest air purifier I’ve tested, at full blast it runs at 54 decibels—comparable to a household refrigerator. The easy-to-view color-coded air quality indicator light quickly tells me if I have good or bad air. And while it doesn’t connect to an app, nor is it compatible with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, the 250 Smart has an unobtrusive warm gray square design that blends into any room. —Lisa Wood Shapiro

As summer continues to heat up at an alarming rate, it’s comforting to know you’ve got an A/C window unit that can do the job. This baby is quiet yet powerful. It comes in a variety of power levels for serious cooling, yet it doesn’t rise much louder than around 55dB, letting all your senses rest so you can enjoy some peace and comfort even when it’s brutal outs decibele. We also like that you can use the LG ThinQ app to turn the unit on or off from bed, from the living room, etc. Especially if you’ve been holding out on an A/C, or your current one is on its last legs, now is a great time to upgrade and keep cool. We have more cooling deals here. —Ryan Waniata

I prefer having a cordless vacuum around for quick cleans, especially if I have to haul it up the stairs. They’re usually not as powerful as an upright vacuum, and you’re working against battery life, but this Black and Decker was my favorite. It easily picked up Cheerios, hair, dust, and dirt, and did the best job of cleaning cat litter, which is notorious for getting everywhere like sand no matter how many times you vacuum over it. It can stand up on its own too, which is a huge win—I hate that most cordless vacs just fall over if not positioned against something or on a separate stand. —Medea Giordano

We tried The Pink Stuff when it went viral on TikTok and it’s safe to say that it’s worth every penny. This bundle gets you the multi-purpose cleaning spray, the bathroom foam cleaner, and a tub of the Miracle Cleaning Paste. These products successfully remove gunk and grime from hard-to-clean areas like the stove and the shower, and a little goes a long way so you won’t have to replace it super frequently. In my opinion, the smell can be a bit … much, but it’s not bad, and the time you’ll save is a worthy trade. —Louryn Strampe

If you are looking to get started with smart bulbs, this smart light starter kit from Philips Hue is a great way to do it. You get three bulbs, a smart button switch to control them with, and a hub to connect these and future Philips Hue devices. Control options include voice assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant, but you can also automate these lights, change the color, brightness, and temperature, and create scenes in the Hue app on your phone. This is the best deal we’ve seen in a while for this kit, so it’s a good time to buy. —Simon Hill

Govee’s Neon Rope Light Strip 2 is one of our favorite lights from Govee. It’s gorgeous enough to use as both art and light on just about any wall, without needing to tuck it behind a TV or console of some kind. Use it to create fun shapes and designs with the help of adhesive-backed metal brackets (or use the included screws) and bendable clips, and it’s more flexible than the original version to make it easier to make your cool wall designs. The Neon Rope Light 2 works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Matter, allowing you to connect it with Apple HomeKit and Samsung SmartThings via Matter. —Nena Farrell

I finally started using a handheld vacuum for quick messes—knocked over cat food bowls, Cheerios thrown haphazardly all over the kitchen floor, you get the idea—and I’m angry at myself for not getting one of these sooner. Why wasn’t this on my wedding registry, or my baby registry? Seriously, people, if you also forgot to put this on one of your registries, take advantage of the handy sale and get the Shark UltraCyclone now. It’s been so useful to quickly clean up different messes that my tiny mammals love to make everywhere in our home, and nice to grab in between full-on runs of the robot vacuum (mainly since my kid is afraid of the robot vacuum, but not of my handheld Shark). I’m trying to keep the ants away, and the Shark is my partner in crime for the job. The battery life also is solid enough for usually three or four short cleanings. —Nena Farrell

Circular robotic vacuum docked at a black rectangular station beside a window

Like most robot vacuum manufacturers these days, Roborock has a truly bewildering array of offerings at various price points and with different features. The Q Revo line is the company’s midrange line, with slightly less suction (7000Pa) versus the high-end SQ MaxV Ultra at 10,000Pa. The Q Revo S is the update to last year’s Q Revo, which I tested and has slightly less suction at 5000Pa. However, in my testing, after about 5000Pa it doesn’t make a huge difference and depending on how often you vacuum, you might end up just balding your carpets. Altogether, there isn’t a ton of differences in the Q Revo line versus Yeedi’s at this point; they have the same lidar navigation system, and the apps even look very similar. The Q Revo S doesn’t have an extendable arm, and the base is a few inches taller than the Yeedi, if you plan on sticking it under a convenient shelf. However, it is on sale for cheaper than Yeedi’s high-end vac and overall I have found the Q Revo to be a reliable, if a bit noisy, cleaning partner. —Adrienne So

The Yeedi M12 Pro+ is the high end of Yeedi’s product line. Like Roborock before it, I have been shocked by the improvement in Yeedi’s software and hardware over the past few years. The cleaning station has a new sleek look and is remarkably compact, considering that it comes with a self-emptying dust bin and two huge, 4-liter water tanks—one for clean water, and one for dirty. The helpful but still creepy extendable arm reaches into every nook and cranny to mop, and the dock now has a hot air dryer so that the mop pads don’t get moldy. After several weeks, I even sniffed them to see and they still smelled clean (the things we do for testing). You can even start a cleaning session by tapping the bumper with your foot, although with a new puppy in the house this is not as convenient a feature as you might think. I genuinely regret to say that getting a premium robot vacuum mop for under $800 is a steal in this economy. If you’re in the tax bracket that’s considering hiring a house cleaner, this is a purchase that will help you put off that decision for a little longer. —Adrienne So

Last year’s T9+ (8/10, WIRED Recommends) was the midrange option in Ecovacs’ Deebot lineup, so at $370 this is a bit of a steal. A year on, it still has two unique features that recommend it. First, it does not use cameras to navigate, instead relying on lasers for its TrueDetect 3D 2.0 system. This may make it a little less accurate since it missed, you know, the existence of my sofa, but it does mean that mysterious photos of your butt as you walk around changing won’t ever appear on the internet. Second, it has an air freshener, and I found the artificial fragrances to be a very subtle pick-me-up. You will have to replace the disposable mopping pads more frequently than a slightly more high-end mop-vac though. —Adrienne So

Robotic shaped indoor security camera sitting on wooden surface

One of the best indoor security cameras, the Eufy S350 is incredibly versatile, though it is likely overkill for most folks. This dual-lens camera combines a regular 4K camera with a 130-degree field of view with a 2K telephoto lens that supports 3x optical zoom. You can pan 360 degrees and tilt 75 degrees. There is also AI tracking with up to four preset positions it can patrol, privacy mode, two-way audio, and onboard AI to detect people, pets, and sounds. You can record locally with a microSD card up to 128 GB or HomeBase 3 (both sold separately). The relatively low frame rate (15) and sometimes slow-loading feed take the shine off a little, but it’s pretty capable, and we have never seen it below $100 before. —Simon Hill

Eufy pioneered the dual camera design for video doorbells, enabling you to see visitors and packages on your doorstep by offering a split view or combining the two lenses into a single view of your entire porch. The E340 is the best subscription-free video doorbell right now. It is an improved version of the original Eufy Video Doorbell Dual (7/10, WIRED Recommends) and does not need a hub (it has 8GB of internal storage). The 2K footage is generally crisp and clear, and the onboard AI detects people and packages (it can even recognize faces, though not always accurately). It is discounted often, but we have never seen it this low. —Simon Hill

Tall black compartment with open section on the bottom where a circular robot vacuum is docked

With a self-emptying bin, smart AI navigation, and mopping capability, the Eufy X10 Pro Omni (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is a great choice for busy family homes. It can handle multiple floors, recognizes and avoids obstacles, and is very good at mopping hard floors, according to WIRED editor Adrienne So. Emptying the water tank is never fun, but at least you don’t have to do it very often. The X10 Pro Omni made our Best Robot Vacuums guide as the best affordable vacuum mop. The lowest price we have seen previously was $680, so this is a good discount. —Simon Hill

Skylight Frames are another great digital frame option, especially if they’re on sale cheaper than Aura. You get high-quality images and an easy-to-function app, it’s just not quite as polished and simple as Aura. If it comes down to aesthetics, go with the one you prefer and you likely won’t be disappointed. —Medea Giordano

I have no idea how or why the Scrub Daddy became “America’s favorite sponge,” and every time I think about clicking into a story about them I cringe so hard my fingers seize up. However, I bought one and the Scrub Daddy is a truly great sponge. It’s hard before you soak it if you want to scrape off some tough gunk, then it soaks up some water and becomes softer and more pliable to get into tough-to-reach places. It remains unsmelly for a remarkably long time. It’s normally pretty expensive for a sponge, which makes it a popular Prime Day buy when you see deals like megapack of 12 for $37. You can get a more modest savings on a four-pack which is discounted to $13. —Martin Cizmar

Digital picture frame blue box for packaging and a hand holding a mobile phone with the screen showing the same photo...

I’ve now tried around a dozen digital picture frame brands and none have come close to beating the quality and ease of use of Aura. The screens simply look the best—photos are high quality but not overly shiny like they look on an iPad or smart display—and the app is polished and easy to navigate and share with family members. The standard Carver is our top recommendation because it’s also the most affordable from the brand, but this version of the Carver has a mat border if you prefer that style. —Medea Giordano

The Dreame X30 Ultra has been dragged from my carpet-covered apartment to my vinyl-planked condo, and it has done an amazing job in both places whether it’s vacuuming or mopping. The coolest trick it has, and the reason behind the steep price tag, is that it can remove its own mop pads when it goes to vacuum carpet or a rug so that it doesn’t drag the damp pads all over your fabric flooring of choice. It can also just raise up the mop pads, but I’d prefer to keep my mop water away from my white rug, thank you very much, and the X30 makes that possible. It’s a serious splurge, but it’s got a great discount for Prime Day. —Nena Farrell

When I bought my daughter the Magical Mixies cauldron for Christmas three years ago I had no idea these toys would turn into a whole extended universe with a play tent and a toy car. The lineup of toys is very popular with elementary-age kids who go through potion packs as fast as Sunny D squeeze pouches. And you can save some dough on this Marena doll this Prime Day. —Martin Cizmar

The Nanit Pro (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is a powerhouse monitor, and it’s one of my favorite baby monitors out there. Using Wi-Fi and the Nanit app, the Nanit turns your smartphone into a baby monitor, constantly playing the sound from your baby’s room through your smartphone’s speakers while you go about your evening—no more making sure you remembered to move the separate baby monitor when you went from the kitchen to your bedroom. It has cool tricks, too, like being able to track baby’s breathing and growth, and puts together a fun little recap of each evening. I love the floor stand since it gives you a great above view of your kiddo in the crib instead of a side angle without needing any hardware on the walls. The only downside is the floor stand is pricey, but right now it’s on sale for a fantastic price. If you prefer to install your monitor on the wall to keep it away from grabby toddler hands, that version is on sale too. —Nena Farrell

If you want to keep an eye on your baby’s vitals at night, the Owlet’s Dream Duo 2 gives you both a regular video baby monitor and a wearable sock, so you can both see them through the camera and track the baby’s heart rate and oxygen level. The app and monitor can also tell you the temperature, humidity, and noise level in the baby’s room, which is nice to keep an eye on. It’s a ton of information, basically, so if you’re a data nerd and worried about a baby’s vitals, this wearable monitor might be just what you need. The entry-level sock is designed for up to 18 months old, and while there’s a design for older ages, it’s really designed for those early days (and for babies who can’t remove the sock on their own). —Nena Farrell

I wasn’t always a percale fan, but after trying out percale sheets in the summertime, they’ve become one of my go-to cooling sheets. Brooklinen’s percale is my personal favorite, as their percale is crisp and light, allowing for lots of airflow, but still slightly soft and not overly papery to the touch.. I especially love all the beautiful colors it comes in, and you can get the brand’s percale in a duvet cover too if you want a more breathable top layer. Brooklinen’s running a surprise sale on their site, so even though you can find Brooklinen on Amazon, you’ll actually want to go to Brooklinen’s site to find their Prime Day deals. —Nena Farrell

The Plufl (9/10, WIRED Recommends) might be the most asked about product I’ve ever tested. Everyone who came over made a comment, asking if I suddenly adopted a Great Dane. No, this bed was actually for me and if you too love to lounge, consider the Plufl. The memory foam is comfortable and the cover is super soft, so it’s easy to get nice and cozy in this thing whether I’m napping, reading, or watching TV. My cats like to join me too. The brand has now released an XL version. —Medea Giordano

If you have cats, you know that their bathroom habits are important to monitor to catch signs of potential illnesses (some of which can be quickly fatal). I love the Petivity (8/10, WIRED Recommends), which sits underneath any standard litter box and, through the connected app, tells me which cat went to the bathroom when, what they did, and how much they weigh. I get some peace of mind knowing I have one more thing keeping my babies safe. —Medea Giordano

The CubiAi is one of our favorite baby monitors. It has great in-depth detection, and can send you alerts not only if it sees a baby move, but can also detect when your baby’s face is covered with a blanket (and just a reminder, they should be at least a year old before a blanket is in the crib with them!) or if the baby has rolled over, which you’ll want to fix immediately if your little one isn’t strong enough to lift their head up. But my favorite part is how the CuboAi Plus is designed to look like a little bird, and can even make some bird-chirping alert sounds–a fun addition for any nursery. It’s on sale on both Cubo’s site and Amazon’s, but the price is better if you go to Cubo’s own site. —Nena Farrell

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Best Kitchen Deals

A plastic container with a lid that chops and slices food

Vegetable choppers and slicers like these are great to have around when you’re prepping a ton of fresh ingredients. I especially like them for onions—all the stinkiness, slipperiness, and teary eyes get obliterated by one swing and press of the chopper. They’re also nice to have when you need really uniform sizes. This comes with a few different plates for different slicing and chopping styles, plus a storage case and cleaning brushes. Every part is dishwasher safe. —Louryn Strampe

If you’ve got a tiny kitchen, this is an easy way to prep fruits and vegetables—even if there’s minimal prep space. This food processor has a 3-cup capacity that can slice and dice your ingredients. There’s an oil dispenser on the lid that’s nice for making salad dressing or pesto, and all of the pieces are dishwasher safe. If you’re making a big batch of something, you might need to do a few rounds of processing, but the trade-off is worthwhile when working in small spaces. —Louryn Strampe

This is the only knife sharpener you need. It’s simple and easy to use, takes no practice and puts a nice edge on every blade I’ve tested. For $97 you can permanently banish dull knives. Everyone wants sharp knives. Dull knives are dangerous. But here’s the thing, sharpening knives is difficult. And I say this as someone who has worked in restaurant kitchens and sharpened many knives on a daily basis. It takes practice to get good at and you forget it quickly. These days, I rarely reach for my expensive stones, the Tumbler rolling sharpener does 99 percent of the same, doesn’t require any real skill, and takes half as long. —Scott Gilbertson

If you’re considering a home composter, this one from Vitamix is one of the most affordable options we recommend even without the discount. You can keep the larger part of the machine stashed somewhere out of the way, and instead leave just the chamber on the counter until it’s full. Then put the chamber back in and start the process. It struggled to grind some coffee pods and tougher food waste, though. —Medea Giordano

Stasher Reusable Bags on yellow background

Stasher bags are some of the best reusable products out there. Rather than using individual plastic disposable bags, you can use these dishwasher- and microwave-safe resealable versions again and again. A few different options are on sale, but this starter kit would be good if you want to snag multiple sizes. You’ll get six different bags ranging from tiny snack bags all the way to a half-gallon one. And the colors are cute! —Louryn Strampe

Our favorite air fryer regularly jumps between $200 and $130, but we haven’t seen it drop lower than $130 since Black Friday 2023. It’s not just an air fryer—the Ninja Speedi has other functions too, like searing, sauteing, roasting, baking, and more. There’s even a sous-vide function. Our tester especially liked this appliance’s efficient use of space. You can adjust the inner rack to cook a grain on the bottom and roast meat on the top, and the compact overall design means it won’t take up too much space on your countertop. —Louryn Strampe

All kitchen gadget trends are cyclical, but I thought the sous vide trend was on the decline until a few days ago when a trend-conscious friend sent me a link to a YouTube video with 6 million views about using an Anova sous vide cooker to meal prep for a week in about an hour. Sous vide cookers are indeed great gadgets and I’ve made lots of great meals with my Anova, as the company makes very solid devices that hold temperature well and feel plenty sturdy. I have an older Anova model than the Nano but have consulted several professional reviews which say this is the one to get now. —Martin Cizmar

Blender with black base and clear container sitting on black speckled countertop

Vitamix is often a name that comes out on top in any best blender roundup for,good reason. Powerful and built to last, Vitamix blenders are simple to use but very,effective. I use my Vitamix E310 Explorian blender regularly to blitz pancake mix for,breakfast and it comes in handy when the kids come home from school hungry and,want a frozen-berry smoothie. As its blending jar is generous, I find it easy to pack in,the ingredients and leave it to smoothly pulverize the goods. It does well to,effortlessly pull food down to its powerful blade so there’s little need for me to,intervene by shaking the jar like you have to with some blenders. Chunky vegetables,go down like a treat in my Vitamix, as do soaked almonds for my daily dose of nut milk.,I’ve found that no food is too small or too tough for the blades, and while its bold,form takes up room on my countertop, it’s now an essential part of my kitchen setup,that I couldn’t do without. —Emily Peck

Owalas and Stanleys have become the new it bottles, but Hydro Flask was popular with the youth and outdoorsy folks long before that. Its bottles have a tough powder coating that withstands drops and should help with grip, so if your hands get wet it won’t slip right out. There’s also a range of lids if you prefer a straw, for example. —Medea Giordano

Zojirushi’s travel mug is known for its ability to keep drinks scalding hot for hours and hours. Sometimes too hot to drink. The lid locks so it won’t spill that lava liquid all over you. It doesn’t make our top list because the lid has three parts each with hard-to-clean deep ridges, but if that doesn’t bother you and you need heat longevity above all else, it’s a great choice. —Medea Giordano

Lodge Cast Iron Non-Deal

Every year I see people recommending Lodge’s 10- and 12-inch cast iron pans as Prime Day “deals”. People, these pans are permanently on sale. The 10-inch is always $20, and the 12-inch is always $30. I actually think those are fair prices for these pans, but they aren’t some special you’re going to miss out on. Trust me. Or trust Camel Camel Camel, which tracks Amazon prices. Here’s the chart for the last six months of the 12-inch pan—$30. For the last six months. If you need a cast iron skillet, by all means grab one, but know that there’s no rush. —Scott Gilbertson

Best Coffee Deals

The best espresso machine for most people, Breville’s Barista Express produces consistent pressure for espresso, steams milk with an easily adjustable steam wand, and even grinds beans for you. It’s a coffee shop on your counter. Just like its more expensive siblings (we also like the Barista Pro), the Barista Express builds up water pressure gradually, ensuring a smooth and even extraction. Its sturdy, mostly-metal construction and easy cleaning have also helped make it a popular choice for several years now and a longtime favorite of ours. WIRED reviews editor Julian Chokkattu has been using one with no issues for five years. —Scott Gilbertson

The Café Barista is a downgraded version of our favorite espresso machine, the Mr. Coffee One-Touch Coffeehouse. The Barista is better for those who want a machine that mixes the milk for you without much fuss. It cranks out fairly rich single or double-size espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes with the push of a button. The downside is that this one is more plasticky and lightweight then higher priced machines, which means you really have to steady the machine with your hand as you twist the portafilter into place. —Scott Gilbertson

OXO On Barista Brain Conical Coffee Grinder

Oxo’s Brew grinder is our top budget grinder. It has a good balance of features, usefulness, and a relatively low price among the electric grinders we’ve tested. It’s a conical burr grinder, so it gives you the precision for most types of brewing. There are 15 settings, covering every brewing scenario from finely ground espresso to coarse-ground that’s perfect for a French press. Its slim, narrow profile doesn’t hog counter space—though it is 16 inches tall and might be a tight fit under the cabinets. —Scott Gilbertson

Breville’s Barista Touch includes a built-in burr grinder, a hot water spout, and a digital display. It’s aimed at the home barista who wants to program in their own custom drinks and access them at the touch of a button. With the Barista Touch, you can just hit the Latte button and have it whip up a latte. It’ll even foam the milk—not as well as you can do it manually, but it’s a nice option. —Scott Gilbertson

Fellow’s Stagg EKG gooseneck kettle is our favorite gooseneck kettle. The long spout looks like a goose’s neck, and makes it perfect for pour-over coffee because it gives you precise control when pouring. That said, it’s great for just about anything. We love it for brewing tea as well. There’s a smart version, the EKG+, complete with Fellow’s iOS companion app (there’s no Fellow Android app, but you can use the Acaia Brewmaster app). The app functionality is minimal (and is generally clunky). You can use it to turn the kettle on and off, change the temperature, and keep an eye on it without needing to head to the kitchen. That’s about it. We recommend skipping the “smart” version and sticking with the regular Fellow Stagg EKG to save some cash. —Scott Gilbertson

This De’Longhi espresso machine (6/10, WIRED Review) has a nice slim profile which makes it fit just about any counter. It includes an excellent quality burr grinder, and produces consistently wonderful espresso with nice crema. Just don’t buy it for the cold brew feature because it doesn’t work very well. Otherwise though, this is a nice machine. —Scott Gilbertson