Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 279 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we’re kicking off day three. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will end on Friday, July 11. We’re working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end, and are dangerously caffeinated—all to help you nab the best Prime Day deals with up-to-date recommendations.

The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and approved, and which are actually discounted. If you’re looking for up-to-the-minute coverage of deals, check out our Amazon Prime Day liveblog, which will run from 5 am to midnight daily.

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Tech Deals

Deals on laptops, routers, storage, cables, and more.

If you’re coming to Prime Day looking for something dirt-cheap, I’ve got one for you. Yes, this device is a Chromebook, but as a “Chromebook Plus” model, it’s a big step up from the reputation these laptops have when kids are introduced to them in schools. The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 comes with a 1080p display, a spacious 15.6-inch display, and an Intel Core i3 processor. The screen isn’t a touchscreen, but there’s good port selection and decent speakers. For the price, it’s a really strong machine if your needs aren’t high. —Julian Chokkattu

Don’t write off a laptop as overpriced just because it’s more than $1,000. This configuration comes with 1 TB of storage, four times as much as the starting MacBook Air (or twice as much when price-matched). Even though this display isn’t as colorful or as bright, and the chassis isn’t as thin, the Dell Plus 14 (6/10 WIRED Reviewed) is a cheaper alternative that comes with more ports at a better price. —Luke Larsen

Finally, we’re getting some new ultra-affordable Chromebooks. This new generation of Chromebooks look and feel more like modern laptops, and the Asus Chromebook CX15 is a great example of that. Its bezels aren’t overly large, and the keyboard feels great to type on. Not perfect, of course, but at $50 off the already low price, it’s one of the very best laptops you can buy at this price. —Luke Larsen

With the Surface Pro 11th Edition (6/10, WIRED Review), Microsoft’s long-standing 2-in-1 laptop is finally living up to its potential. Unlike previous models, it had great performance and battery life to match its excellent design and build quality. A true iPad Pro alternative for Windows users. With the latest Surface Pro keyboard, you can now even work while disconnected from the device, making it the ultimate travel companion. Prime Day brings the price 35% off, comfortably below $1,000. —Luke Larsen

Want a flagship Android tablet? This is a great 40% discount for Samsung’s best, which sports an 11-inch AMOLED screen, excellent performance, and includes a stylus that magnetically sticks to the top of the slate. The Tab S9 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is the smallest of the lot, but that also makes it the easiest to use. It’s no iPad, but it comes very close. —Julian Chokkattu

The top pick in our Best Mesh Routers guide, this two-pack of tri-band Wi-Fi 6 routers comes pre-paired for easy setup. It scored consistently high for speed and stability, and will cover the average home. You get Wi-Fi on both the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands, with an additional 5-GHz band reserved for wireless backhaul (traffic between the main router and the node). Asus mesh systems are great because they come with free, comprehensive security software and parental controls (no subscription required). —Simon Hill

Ready to upgrade your home network to enjoy the speedy delights of Wi-Fi 7? The Netgear Orbi 770 Series (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is easy to set up and use, delivers stable and speedy performance, and offers expansive coverage. A relatively new mesh that’s never been discounted this low before, I think it’s the best Wi-Fi 7 mesh for most homes right now. —Simon Hill

Enjoy simple, set-and-forget Wi-Fi courtesy of Amazon’s Eero mesh systems. The tri-band Eero Pro 6E (7/10, WIRED Recommends) adds 6 GHz to the familiar 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands, for fast and dependable Wi-Fi. It’s the perfect choice for busy households with many devices and a 1 Gbps or faster connection. The Eero Plus subscription is expensive ($10 per month or $100 per year) but includes comprehensive parental controls, advanced security, ad blocking, and even a password manager and VPN service. —Simon Hill

As the budget pick in our best mesh Wi-Fi systems guide, the Deco X20 is already a bargain. This Wi-Fi 6 dual-band mesh (2.4-GHz and 5-GHz) is easy to set up and delivered solid results in my tests. It’s not the speediest mesh, but if your internet connection is 500 Mbps or less, it’s likely enough. Each router has two gigabit Ethernet ports, and the vaselike design blends in easily on shelves or tables. —Simon Hill

This tri-band Wi-Fi 6E mesh system from TP-Link scores a place in our best mesh Wi-Fi systems guide. Easy to set up and configure through the mobile app, each unit has one 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port and two gigabit ports. It offers fast speeds at close range on the 6-GHz band, but was also fast on 5 GHz, and offered a decent range on 2.4 GHz. There are optional subscriptions for parental controls and enhanced security. —Simon Hill

If you want to upgrade your network, this tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router from Asus is tried and tested. It appears in our best routers guide thanks to its simple setup, silky performance, and serious speed. It has plenty of ports, including a 2.5 Gbps WAN/LAN and two USB ports, free security software, and parental controls, and offers a wealth of configuration options. For folks with internet connections up to 2 Gbps, this router delivers. —Simon Hill

Staying connected to the internet when you travel can be challenging, but a good mobile hotspot will keep you online, and the Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro is a very good mobile hotspot. With support for 4G and 5G networks, simply slip a SIM card in, and you’re good to go. You can connect up to 32 devices, the range is up to 2,000 square feet, and, as a Wi-Fi 6E router, it supports the lightning-fast 6-GHz band. —Simon Hill

A travel router is handy on the road or vacation, and the Asus RT-AX57 Go is our current top pick. This 5-inch, white plastic square is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router with gigabit WAN and LAN Ethernet ports. It can connect to public Wi-Fi or your phone via the USB 3.2 port to act as a hotspot. Link your devices at home before you leave, and the Asus RT-AX57 Go keeps your family happily online. —Simon Hill

Gamers seeking customizable RGB lighting and a performance edge will love the tri-band Asus ROG Rapture GT6. A single 2.4-GHz band and two 5-GHz bands offer a speedy connection for all your gaming gear. The 5-GHz performance is excellent with the wider 160-MHz channels. You also get free security software, comprehensive parental controls, game modes that boost performance and prioritize related traffic, and plenty of ports, including four Ethernet and one USB. —Simon Hill

Everyone needs a USB-C hub, but this one has one handy feature that most don’t: a built-in M.2 enclosure. That means in addition to having your basic ports covered, you can also pop in an SSD and use this as a secondary drive. The SSD isn’t included, but it greatly expands what this little accessory can do. —Luke Larsen

If you hate having to fish around for the end of that charging cable, this Smartish magnetic cable wrangler is for you. It’s an angled magnetic wedge with a grippy rubber bottom and a bit of weight designed to sit on your desk and hold the ends of your charging cables. It even comes with wee magnetic fasteners for cables that don’t have metallic ends. —Simon Hill

Topping our best USB flash drives guide, the SanDisk Extreme Pro offers speed and reliability at a great price. The sleek and durable aluminum case has a loop for attaching it to a key ring, and it’s easy to slide open one-handed to reveal or hide the USB-A plug. It comes in various sizes and they are all on sale. —Simon Hill

Before you get too excited about this deal (it’s a good one), know that, to take full advantage of the speed of this drive, you’ll need a system that supports the PCIe 4.0 SSD standard. Provided you’ve got the machine to take advantage of it, in benchmark tests, this drive’s results came very close to Western Digital’s claimed 7,300 MB/s read speeds. It’s worth noting that the 8-TB version is also on sale for $620 ($930 off). —Scott Gilbertson

Lexar’s Professional 2000x SDXC memory cards have been my choice for eight years now, and the very first one I ever bought is still going strong. The UHS-II (U3) speeds go up to (and sometimes over) Lexar’s claimed 300MB/s, and it has no trouble with 6K video. This deal is on the largest (and best if you’re shooting video), but the other sizes are also on sale if you don’t need the big one. —Scott Gilbertson

The Nikon Z6 III (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is our favorite Nikon mirrorless camera. The 24-megapixel partially stacked CMOS sensor offers great image and video quality, with excellent subject tracking autofocus and support for ProRes video. It’s one of the best hybrid, photo/video cameras on the market. —Scott Gilbertson

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Home Office

The Steelcase Gesture is our upgrade pick in our Best Office Chairs guide. The seat foam is a little more padded than a chair like the Herman Miller Embody, and there’s a good amount of upholstery options. It’s quite adjustable, so you can tailor it to your body, and there’s a 12-year warranty if anything goes wrong. —Julian Chokkattu

If you’re not ready to buy a whole new office chair yet, but find your current chair uncomfortable, try Cushion Lab’s Seat Cushion. I’ve tried a few of these from various brands before, but the Cushion Labs memory foam seat was one of the few that genuinely felt supportive and cushy. Make sure you use it with an adjustable chair (or desk), as it adds considerable height to the seat. You can wash the cover. —Julian Chokkattu

Flexispot makes affordable home office furniture, and the EN1 standing desk is our top budget standing desk recommendation. It has four memory presets, so two people can set pairs of their preferred sitting and standing heights. The desktop is particleboard but feels nice, and the motors are reasonably quiet. There are a few different sizes and colors you can choose from. —Julian Chokkattu

This fantastic OLED gaming monitor came out late last year, and it’s already dropped to an all-time low of $730, which is 40% off. And it’s not because it’s not a good monitor. Far from it. The LG UltraGear 34GS95QE (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has the exceptional image quality and HDR goodness we expect from modern OLED monitors, combined with an aggressive 800R curve that wraps around your field of view. —Luke Larsen

The prices of OLED gaming monitors keep dropping, but the Samsung Odyssey G6 (8/10, Wired Recommends) will be among the absolute cheapest options you can buy. And I don’t mean cheap in terms of quality. With a 360-Hz refresh rate and fantastic colors, as tested by one of our monitor reviewers, it delivers fast and sharp gaming action. It’s the OLED monitor most gamers should be buying on Prime Day this year. —Luke Larsen

Not everyone needs a smart monitor, but for the right person or family, it’s a lifesaver. This 32-inch, 4K monitor would be perfect for an office that just so happens to double as an entertainment room in the evening. Because it comes with a remote and webOS software, the LG MyView Smart Monitor (7/10, WIRED Recommends) transforms from a work monitor into a fully functioning smart TV when you need it to be—no PC required. —Luke Larsen

Most PC gamers are still using 1080p displays, but if it’s finally time for an upgrade, the Dell S2722DGM is an affordable way to jump to higher resolutions and refresh rates. A resolution of 1440p and a refresh rate of 165Hz will offer a much more pleasant gaming experience from basic 1080p, not to mention the subtle 1500R curve, which gently sucks you into the gaming experience. You’ll miss out on HDR, of course, and it doesn’t have many ports. —Luke Larsen

The Logitech G Pro X TKL tops our list as the best keyboard you can buy, and for good reason. The tactile switches (also known as linear switches) feel luscious, and I find the TKL (lack of number pad) layout to be ideal for gaming, never getting in the way of my mouse hand, but not making non-gaming inconvenient. While it’s normally a bit expensive, this sale price makes it an absolute must-buy if you’re looking for a gaming keyboard. —Luke Larsen

Low-profile mechanical keyboards are the best of both worlds, offering that tactile typing we all love without the bulk and heaviness that come with standard mechanical keyboards. It has a strikingly thin profile, despite the fact that it has hot-swappable switches and a gasket mount design. It’s a gorgeous design, and it’s one of the very best mechanical keyboards you can buy. —Luke Larsen

The BlackWidow is a staple in the world of PC gaming as a go-to wired keyboard. But I really like this 75% layout model which cuts out the numberpad, but leaves you the arrow keys. The hot-swappable nature means you can change out the switches whenever you like and customize to your heart’s content. The white version just looks so clean too, especially if you already have a white theme going for your desk setup.—Luke Larsen

There’s a reason this mouse has become iconic. No other mouse balances performance, customization, and design in a way that just about everyone loves. For me, it’s all about the shape, which offers the perfect amount of ergonomic support for my thumb. Spending over $100 on a mouse might sound crazy to some, but if you rely on a mouse all day, every day, it’s well worth it.—Luke Larsen

Logitech’s premium wireless gaming mouse is one of my very favorites. It’s a mainstay in this category thanks to its excellent, reliable sensor and simple design. It’s particularly good if fast-paced first-person shooters are your jam, thanks to its speedy polling rate and DPI. I like that the aesthetic isn’t overly flashy, maintaining a fairly subtle design that could fit just as well in an office as it could next to a bottle of Mountain Dew. —Luke Larsen

The Viper is Razer’s esports line of wireless gaming mice, and the Pro versions are extremely light. The Viper 2 Pro weighs just 58 grams, giving you those fast, twitchy responses for shooters. There was a time when a wireless mouse couldn’t be depended on for that kind of responsiveness, but the Viper 2 Pro absolutely can. The price drop is significant, too, bringing it down well under $100. —Luke Larsen

Nzxt might not be known for gaming mice, but based on the Lift 2, it should be. It’s wired, of course, but that should be a given for the price of $25, which is 50% off. What you get, however, is a super-light design that weighs just 61 grams. It also has high-end specs like an 8K polling rate and a sensor that keeps your games feeling responsive. —Luke Larsen

This handy tablet holder is great at holding up tablets, e-readers, and even a Nintendo Switch. I love using it in bed or on the couch so I don’t strain my wrist cysts. It’s easy to set up anywhere in the house, so long as there’s a ledge or table to secure it onto. —Nena Farrell

Most people don’t need to spend more than $50 on a gaming mouse. It might not have the extreme sensitivity as more expensive options, but so long as you’re not an aspiring esports athlete, I don’t think you’ll find the speed of this mouse holding you back. Don’t spend more when you don’t need to—and don’t buy any other gaming mouse for this much. —Luke Larsen

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Apple

Prime Day deals on Apple products and accessories.

You do not need an iPad, but now that iPadOS 26 allows for conventional windowing, you want one—for watching TV while you’re washing dishes or on a plane or perhaps even getting some actual work done. The A16 chip means that this is the only iPad in Apple’s lineup that doesn’t support Apple Intelligence, which, hey, might be a perk. —Adrienne So

The M4 MacBook Air (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is the best laptop you can buy, and it might be the best laptop ever sold at this price. As someone who reviews a new laptop almost every week, trust me: Just buy it. The only real question is whether or not to make the jump to additional storage and what color to choose from. I’m partial to Starlight, but the new Sky Blue option is equally classy. —Luke Larsen

I’ve written at length about why the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is the laptop most people should buy. But what about the larger 15-inch MacBook Air (9/10, WIRED Recommends)? It’s every bit as fast and thin, and maintains the same pixel density in the display. The larger screen just might be worth the extra $150, especially if you don’t use an external monitor at home. It has a killer set of speakers too. —Luke Larsen

While I recommend that people consider the MacBook Air first, there’s no doubt that the Pro model has its allure. While it uses the same M4 chip, the MacBook Pro 14-inch (9/10, WIRED Recommends) offers a brighter and better Mini-LED display, along with awesome speakers and more ports. You’ll have to opt for the M4 Pro or Max if you need more speed, but if you aren’t a creative professional, the M4 should be more than enough. —Luke Larsen

Probably the best trackers for Apple folks, AirTags use Bluetooth connectivity and Apple’s special U1 location-finding chip to help you pinpoint their location in the Find My app on your iPhone, iPad, or MacBook. Never lose your keys, bags, or anything else again. —Adrienne So

There are better MacBooks higher up on this list. Faster ones with better displays and more ports. Most people should buy one of those. But the M1 MacBook Air is a stalwart computer that’s continued to be sold, exclusively at Walmart, despite being almost five years old. For Prime Day, the price has been dropped to $599, marking a new low for buying a MacBook. Of course, you can also pick up one of the refurbished models for even less, but when it comes to new laptops, you find a better $600 laptop on the market right now.

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Amazon Devices

If you’re not looking to go all out on Apple’s iPad for your rambunctious youngster, this Fire TV tablet is a great budget alternative—especially on a hot sale. This is best for kids over the age of 8, as it has slightly more mature content and a more advanced design. You’re getting great stuff from within the Amazon ecosystem, including games, books, videos, and more, all filterable by the adult in the room. We love the two-year worry-free warranty, especially if you’ve got a drop-friendly child, and this price makes it a serious bargain. —Ryan Waniata

If all you need is a cheap-and-stable streamer, one that shows you TV and movies on Amazon Prime you never knew existed, this is a nice buy. It’s a great option for dumber 4K TVs or even an HD TV that may need replacing down the line. We still prefer the 4K TV Max for serious streaming after testing both, but you can’t do much better for a budget stick with voice search at this price, especially if you’re into Alexa as your copilot. —Ryan Waniata

The Amazon Echo Pop (7/10, WIRED Recommends) looks like someone sliced the Echo Dot in half, and the sound quality feels a little thinner, too. But it does come in fun colors and is a little cheaper—especially right now!—so it’s a fun choice for a dorm room or somewhere where you just want a voice assistant handy, plus a little pop (get it?) of fun. It’s just $22 or 45% off. —Nena Farrell

The Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) looks like the regular Echo, but miniaturized to be a fraction of the size. It’s got the same design, and still packs impressive sound for such a small speaker. It has better bass performance than the previous Dot and Amazon’s other petite speakers. It’s a great speaker for the price, and now it’s even cheaper. —Nena Farrell

If you’re an Amazon fan and looking for the best smart display, this is it. The Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) is the perfect size for just about everything it can do. With an 8-inch screen, it’s easy to see the weather, follow a recipe, control your smart home, or even join a video call thanks to the built-in 13MP camera. —Nena Farrell

Amazon’s Echo Spot (7/10, WIRED Recommends) sits somewhere in between being a smart speaker and a smart display. There’s now a small screen on the top half of the device that shows the weather and your calendar or the song you’re playing, but skips other features that smart displays pack. But if you just want a little visual assistance without a full-on recipe guide, I think you’ll actually love this one. —Nena Farrell

This might look like a smart display, but it’s focused on a single feature: controlling your smart home. And you know what? I love it. The Echo Hub (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is minimalist and works great as a hub for your smart home, with no distractions on the screen (or ads!). It has a weak speaker, but it will pair with your preferred speaker to send music requests to it. —Nena Farrell

The Amazon Echo Show 5 can do everything the larger Amazon smart displays can, but with a much smaller screen. It’s a good size for a bedside table, though you’ll want to use the camera cover, or for small tables where you mostly want a clock face and to see the weather. It’s a little too small for other activities in my opinion, but if this size speaks to you, it’s on sale right now. —Nena Farrell

The 12th-generation Paperwhite (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is our favorite Kindle. It’s a little larger than the basic Kindle and comes with a warm light option, which is gentle on the eyes. It’s got a fast and smooth performance, and overall, it’s the best choice if you’re looking for a new Kindle. It’s especially exciting to see it on sale—don’t miss the chance to get it for cheaper. —Nena Farrell

If you’re looking for a Kindle for a kid, Amazon’s Kindle Kids is a child-focused twist on the Kindle. It comes with six months of Kids+, a subscription full of books designed for kids aged 3-12, giving plenty of reading options right away. There are also three fun cover options, so you can pick one out that your kid will be excited to see even when they aren’t reading. —Nena Farrell

The Kindle Scribe (8/10, WIRED Recommends) combines an e-reader and a digital notebook into one. It’s much bigger than other Kindles, so there’s room to doodle on the notebook pages, and it allows for some limited annotations while you read. It’s not a perfect device, but it’s the one I find myself grabbing over and over again since it’s so easy to use. It’s perfect for just jotting down ideas and brainstorming without needing more complicated software. —Nena Farrell

The Kindle Colorsoft (7/10, WIRED Review) is Amazon’s first-ever Kindle with a color screen. It’s an exciting addition, and the gentle colors are beautiful onscreen. The Colorsoft has run into some issues with performance and the trade-in program, though. If you buy one, get one without trading in so that you can easily return it if something goes wrong. The fact that it’s on sale right now is a perfect opportunity. —Nena Farrell

If you’re looking to get a new Kindle and want a case, then snag this handy essentials kit while it’s on sale for Prime Day. It includes the latest basic Kindle, a fabric cover, and a power adapter (which is also handy since Kindles only come with a charging cord, no adapter). The bundle only comes with a black Kindle, but you can choose from a couple of cover colors. —Nena Farrell

Amazon launched a new version of its basic Kindle last year, and while it’s the most minimalist of its family of e-readers, it’s still a fantastic device. I’m a big fan of the matcha green color, and you’ll still get a built-in light (though no warm option) with this model. It’s nice and small, perfect for sneaking into a small purse or bag so you can read anywhere you go. —Nena Farrell

The Fire Max 11 (5/10, WIRED Review) wasn’t our favorite when it launched. It’s Amazon’s nicest Fire tablet, but it was expensive for what you get. At this price, however, it’s a solid buy. The screen is bright and sharp enough, the speakers aren’t bad, and the cameras are 1080p. Are there nicer Android tablets? Absolutely, but none of them so deeply discounted at 40% off, down to $140. —Scott Gilbertson

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Phones

Not to be confused with the Galaxy S24 series, this midrange smartphone from late 2024 has some elements of the flagship phone, but makes some sacrifices to get the price down. In my Best Samsung Phones guide, I say the FE is only worth buying if it dips below $500. Well, that time has come. Performance is solid, the triple-camera system is handy, and it will get six more years of updates. —Julian Chokkattu

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is Samsung’s top-of-the-line flagship candybar smartphone. Maybe the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold7 series isn’t as enticing to you. Now’s your chance to snag the gargantuan phone at a decent discount. It has two telephoto zoom cameras, so you can snap the perfect pic of your kid on the soccer pitch, and there’s a hidden stylus that lets you sign documents and jot down handwritten notes in a jiffy. Read our Best Samsung Phones guide for more. —Julian Chokkattu

This is one of the lowest prices we’ve seen on Samsung’s folding phone, which tracks because Samsung is announcing the Galaxy Z Fold7 series this week. Still, there’s nothing wrong with buying last year’s tech, especially when you get a massive discount. The Z Fold6 may not be as enticing as competitors like the Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Honor Magic V3, but it has the best build quality of the lot and sports the best after-sales support network. —Julian Chokkattu

If you don’t need many bells and whistles but just want a good, well-rounded smartphone, you can’t go wrong with the Galaxy S25 or Galaxy S25+, which are identical in many ways. They’re different in size, with the S25+ sporting a larger 6.7-inch screen, which brings better battery life, too. There’s no S Pen stylus here, but you still get great performance, a versatile triple-camera system, and a promise of seven years of software updates so you hopefully won’t feel the need to upgrade anytime soon. —Julian Chokkattu

Google’s next folding phone isn’t far off, so it’s a good time to grab the 2024 model at one of its lowest prices. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold slimmed down the original and made it taller, making it feel remarkably like a normal Pixel when closed. But you can open it up to experience a large 8-inch screen. Its camera experience is slightly behind the Pixel 9 Pro, but it’s still a capable and powerful smartphone that’s great for multitaskers. —Julian Chokkattu

The Pixel 10 series rumors are heating up as Google’s next phones are expected to arrive in August, but the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL (9/10, WIRED Recommends) are still great phones to buy, especially on sale. The hardware feels excellent, and they have vapor chamber cooling systems for better thermals, allowing you to game for longer periods. The cameras are some of the best on a smartphone, and the nice thing is they’re identical in specs. You’re largely choosing what size phone you want, though that does mean the XL has slightly better battery life. —Julian Chokkattu

The Razr+ didn’t get much of an upgrade over the 2024 model. Motorola improved the hinge mechanism, so it’s a little more durable, but it otherwise shares many of the same specs. It’s still a nice buy when it’s discounted this much. It may not have an ultrawide camera (it has a 2x telephoto), but you’ll still have fun with this flip phone, especially if you snag it in hot pink. Read our Best Motorola Phones guide for more. This price is $100 off, but we were expecting a bigger sale and still hope to see one. —Julian Chokkattu

This is the first major deal we’ve seen on Motorola’s top-end Moto G phone in 2025. The Moto G Stylus is one of the best cheap phones you can buy. Performance is excellent, as is its design and build quality, and as the name suggests, there’s a hidden stylus embedded in the phone. It also has a headphone jack and microSD card slot. —Julian Chokkattu

Keeping my phone both secure and visible in the car was an ongoing experiment for years—suction cup and vent mounts fall off, my lap wasn’t feasible, and just plopping my phone in the cup holder obscured too much of the screen. Last year I came across the Bokilino cup holder phone mount as a solution, and while I don’t love having to give up a cupholder, the Bokilino has performed admirably at keeping my phone secure and angled correctly. My only regret is not having nabbed it at this price. —Kat Merck

This chunky device stands out as one of the best power banks because it can supply up to 145 watts (one USB-C port at 100 W and the other at 45 W). An ample 25,000 mAh capacity is enough to top up all your gadgets, and you can fly with this power bank in your carry-on. The small LED display shows the current charge state of the battery, and it comes with a USB-C cable. —Simon Hill

Snag all the power you need to keep your phone, tablet, gaming handheld, or laptop running with this chonky portable charger from Anker. As the upgrade pick in our guide, it is slick and beautifully made, with a handy LED display for stat nerds and a built-in USB-C cable that doubles as a carrying loop. —Simon Hill

Not only do you get 20,000 mAh of battery capacity to charge up your phones and other small gadgets, but this power bank also has a handy display showing a precise readout of the remaining battery percentage, charging rates, and other stats for power bank nerds. We prefer the smaller model because it has a cute face on the display, but the larger version is more useful, and it’s a bargain at this price. —Simon Hill

For folks with an iPhone and AirPods, this is one of the best MagSafe wireless chargers on the market. The wide, circular base is steady with a spot for charging AirPods, and the MagSafe charging pad allows you to charge your iPhone in landscape for StandBy mode, which turns it into an alarm clock. —Simon Hill

Perhaps the best car phone mount for your dash, iOttie’s Easy One Touch 6 is easy to use one-handed. When you place your phone against the trigger button, the arms automatically close, and you simply slide the bottom feet to the correct height. Press the release bars to remove. The telescopic arm allows you to tweak the placement, and the ball joint makes it easy to set an ideal angle. There’s even a clamp for your charging cable. —Simon Hill

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TVs

LG’s G5 OLED (9/10, WIRED Recommends) offers the most versatile, striking, and downright gorgeous picture performance I’ve tested yet. Whether it’s searing brightness, near-perfect black levels and screen uniformity, refined detail, or fantastic clarity, this TV does it all. It’s loaded for gaming and streaming, and passed every test I threw at it. Some noticed minor banding with select HDR10 video, but updates seem to have mostly fixed it, making this the 2025 TV to beat. —Ryan Waniata

We love Roku because it offers a simple and easy-to-use streaming interface at an affordable price, and the same can be said for its in-house TVs. This Plus Series model (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is bright and features good HDR for colors, making it a no-brainer for someone who wants a simple cheap TV. It’s 30% off, below $450. —Parker Hall

TCL’s QM6K (8/10, WIRED Recommends) sits atop our Best TVs list thanks to a brilliantly balanced picture for the money. It’s not the brightest TV in its price class, but it’s got enough spunk to light up HDR, good black levels for impressive contrast, rich and natural colors, and a remarkably clear and unified screen for its class. Good gaming chops and an intuitive Google TV interface finish the deal for a great buy. —Ryan Waniata

Sony’s Bravia 8 II (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is one of the most beautiful TVs you can buy. Its QD-OLED screen isn’t quite as deep black or scorching bright as the LG G5 (9/10, WIRED Recommends). Instead, Sony relies on fabulous picture processing for pristine clarity and incredibly vivid yet natural colors to wow you into submission. The TV’s still-flashy HDR punch, perfect off-angle viewing, and handy gaming features complete the package for a glorious ride. —Ryan Waniata

This QLED stunner (9/10, WIRED Recommends) has some of the brightest backlighting we’ve ever tested for a truly cinematic viewing experience. The only downside is a lack of HDMI 2.1 compatibility, with only two of the four HDMI ports providing modern features like 4K gaming at 120 Hz. However, if it’s a vibrant yet incredibly poised and clear picture you’re after, this one is worth the splurge. —Ryan Waniata

If you’re after a premium screen with a bit more pop and punch than your average OLED, the QN90D (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is a hot contender. This QLED TV offers fabulous picture processing for excellent clarity, accurate yet intense colors, and knockout brightness to bust through even your sunniest viewing parties. Its off-axis viewing is just OK, but its mini LED backlight does a good job of creating crisp images and deep blacks. —Ryan Waniata

Like its Samsung rival, the S90D (9/10, WIRED Recommends), LG’s lovely C4 OLED (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is one of our favorite TVs, now at around half its launch price. That means if you’ve been holding out for its fabulous contrast and black levels, punchy brightness, natural and expansive colors, and excellent gaming chops (including four full-bandwidth HDMI ports), now is your moment. This TV is just way too good to be this cheap. —Ryan Waniata

The price of Samsung’s luscious S90D (9/10, WIRED Recommends) has been fluctuating for months, but at around half its debut cost, you can’t lose. This TV’s only real flaw is a lack of Dolby Vision HDR support. It serves up OLED’s infinite contrast in style with deep black levels, excellent clarity and upscaling, and bright, vibrant colors that bring everything to life. It adds four full-bandwidth HDMI ports for sweet gaming spoils. —Ryan Waniata

Samsung’s flagship S95D OLED TV (8/10, WIRED Recommends) carves out its niche with a unique matte-like display. While this can slightly soften black levels in certain lighting, it’s a game-changer for bright rooms, effectively neutralizing glare even from direct reflections. Beyond its anti-glare prowess, the TV dazzles with eye-searing brightness, rich and vibrant colors, superb image processing, and a wealth of features, including a built-in cloud gaming hub. —Ryan Waniata

TCL’s QM7K had some odd quirks when I first evaluated it, including off colors that tended to turn black images into green (who knew there were so many green leather jackets?). The issue was fixed with a firmware update, which makes this a pretty tempting buy, especially at this price. Using TCL’s new Precise Dimming tech, the TV provides almost OLED-level shades of black and blooming reduction, while still getting fiery bright. It’s also got plenty of great features, including a 144-Hz refresh rate for gaming, making it worth real consideration on super sale.

I bought this basic stand with wheels on an early Prime Day deal last weekend and attached it to a cheap TCL TV (check out our recommendations here), primarily so my husband could watch his sports outside on the deck without disturbing the rest of the house. However, I found this setup to be surprisingly enjoyable myself, and was impressed with how sturdy the stand was. It even has little stoppers to keep it from rolling around, and a table for a remote or cable box. —Kat Merck

The Roku Ultra is the ultimate Roku. It features support for Dolby Vision and a wired Ethernet port for the fastest streaming, and the included remote comes with a 3.5 mm port, so you can plug in headphones and still watch your big screen. —Parker Hall

The Roku 4K streaming stick is the highest-end Roku stick, which means you get all the same great apps but also a voice remote and support for Dolby Vision HDR. That makes this the best way to watch the latest shows and movies on your TV. I like that Roku has some of the best app support around, meaning you’ll never struggle to stream as long as you have good Wi-Fi. —Parker Hall

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Headphones & Speakers

If you’re still under the impression that noise-canceling earbuds cost hundreds of dollars, welcome to the weird world of 2025 where they’re basically free. These wireless buds provide clear sound, noise canceling that targets low frequencies, and even a helpful app with features like EQ presets and multi-point pairing, all for less than a takeout dinner for two. —Ryan Waniata

This is a great deal at 45% off our longtime go-to choice for the best wireless headphones. Sony’s illustrious WH-1000XM5 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) were recently upgraded to the pricey but potent XM6 (9/10, WIRED Recommends). For savvy shoppers, that spells a sweet deal on the previous pair, and I was happy to see a sizable price drop for Prime Day. These headphones still offer some of the best sound, noise canceling, and features available, in a slick matte package that’s ready to travel. —Ryan Waniata

Sony’s hallowed WH-1000XM4 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) headphones have been bouncing up and down in price since the XM5 was released. Now there’s an even better, noise-eviscerating version in the WH-1000XM6 (9/10, WIRED Recommends). Here’s the thing, though: these are still incredible headphones with great noise canceling, comfort, features, and sound. You wouldn’t want to pay full price, but buying the dip on some of the best wireless headphones ever is always a savvy move. —Ryan Waniata

Sennheiser’s HD 660S2 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) are bona fide audiophile headphones that pay uncommon attention to the low end. The bass response is rich, buttery, and natural, while the warm yet clear top end provides pristine detail for a brilliant accompaniment across your catalog. You’ll want a solid headphone amp and the fit can be a little tight, but these headphones serve as a statement piece that’s well worth considering on sale. —Ryan Waniata

Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) are essentially AirPods Pro for Android. They work amazingly well, with great noise canceling, good mics, and excellent sound quality. I like that they’re a bit smaller other models, which makes them fit well in everybody’s ears. —Parker Hall

These affordable open earbuds from SoundPeats are utterly capable of everything that much more expensive options from Bose and Sony can do—play decent-sounding music while allowing you to hear the oncoming F150. Open earbuds will never be hi-fi. Just get a cheap pair like this. —Parker Hall

It might shock you to hear from an A/V editor, but the Skullcandy Method 360 ANC (9/10, WIRED Recommends) are some of the best affordable headphones we’ve ever tested. They have Bose-powered noise canceling, great battery life, and a larger case with a clip that lets you attach it to bags. —Parker Hall

Sony’s WH-1000XM6 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) took on the uncompromising Bose QuietComfort Ultra (9/10, WIRED Recommends) head-to-head for the title of the best noise-canceling headphones and won. It was very close, but still an incredible achievement. The secret for Sony is its pack of microphones and ultra-fast processing that edges out Bose’s response time. The headphones also offer some of the best sound quality in the genre and plenty of features for a premium package. —Ryan Waniata

Sony’s WF-1000XM5 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) are some of the best noise-canceling earbuds around, including impressive sound quality and plenty of features. Their only real downside is a relatively lofty price compared to options like Apple’s AirPods Pro (8/10, WIRED Recommends), while similarly priced options like Bose’s QC Ultra buds outmatch them for noise canceling. They’ve been bouncing between $300 and $200 for some time now, and at the latter price, you can’t miss. —Ryan Waniata

The Sonos Ace (8/10, WIRED Recommends) offer impressive noise canceling, smooth and detailed sound, and a fit that’s as comfy as any of the best noise canceling headphones. New features rolling out this summer claim to improve their noise canceling and calling skills, while their unique TV Swap feature works great for sending sound from Sonos soundbars. The Sonos app has had its troubles this year, but even as just Bluetooth headphones, the Ace are excellent. —Ryan Waniata

Bose’s Ultra Open Earbuds (7/10, WIRED Recommends) are pricey but excellent. They’re the best open earbuds I’ve tested when it comes to sound quality, while their unique rollable design is comfortable and malleable to keep them on in a variety of situations. It’s tough to pay full price for a pair that never blocks out sounds around you, but at a solid discount, these stylish buds become a lot more enticing. —Ryan Waniata

These awesome, affordable AirPods Pro lookalikes come in Pikachu yellow with clear elephant trunks, and they nearly sound as good as the real deal. I love how comfortable the Nothing Ear (a) (8/10, WIRED Recommends) are, thanks to silicone eartips, and the included charging case is also relatively stylish. —Parker Hall

Ultimate Ears is a serial contributor to our Best Bluetooth speakers list, and the Boom 4 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is one of my favorites for its mix of smooth, balanced sound and excellent usability. From its extensive Bluetooth range to app features like a multi-band EQ and the ability to wake the speaker from rest, the Boom 4 is a stalwart companion that shrugs off dust, weather, and even serious drops without missing a beat. —Ryan Waniata

Sony’s SRS-XB100 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is my favorite micro speaker for taking your sound on the go. Smaller than a Coke can, it’s liable to get lost in your backpack, giving the phrase portable speaker new meaning. The sound is refreshingly clear and full for its size, especially if you give it a solid base to work from, while features like Google Fast Pair and 16 hours of battery life make this a no-brainer buy. —Ryan Waniata

JBL’s Clip 5 hangs in the shower; it hangs on your tent loop or your belt loop; it hangs wherever you do. It’s got surprisingly warm and full sound for its size, a dunkable design, and up to 12 hours of battery (15 hours in its lighter sound mode). While costly at full price, it’s a great Bluetooth speaker in a variety of situations and comes in loads of colors, making it a particularly good grab on sale. —Ryan Waniata

JBL’s Go 4 is a similarly sweet sonic sidekick as the Sony SRS-XB100 (8/10, WIRED Recommends). Its biggest drawback is battery life of just seven hours (nine hours with the extended mode that cuts some bass). Its best feature is punchy and relatively full sound in a snazzy package that’s well-made and ultra durable. You won’t break it, but you should buy it if you need a great deal on a tiny sound machine. —Ryan Waniata

Sonos has been through some app-based tumult over the past year, but one product that has remained excellent is this Sonos Roam 2 Bluetooth speaker (9/10, WIRED Recommends). The little triangle sounds fantastic and takes a real beating. —Parker Hall

Tribit has quickly become one of our favorite Bluetooth speaker brands, with hit after hit offering strikingly good sound for the money. The Stormbox Blast 2 is simply the best value I’ve found for a boombox-style speaker, blasting out clear, full, and powerful sound with enough wattage for even major backyard hangs. Did I mention it’s also a karaoke speaker? It’s a sweet deal at full price, and a must-buy on sale. —Ryan Waniata

JBL’s Authentics 200 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) speaks both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, so you can swap between the two for multiple tasks—especially handy if you have smart home devices from both brands. Its retro design and control knobs make it as easy on the eyes as it is to use, while its excellent sound stands with some of the best smart speakers we’ve tested. —Ryan Waniata

The Bose Soundlink Mac (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is the ultimate modern boombox, thanks to huge dynamic drivers, massive bass, and an awesome ropelike carrying handle. It’s about the size of a middle school lunchbox but packs much more power, with enough juice to last 20 hours on a single charge. —Parker Hall

Getting the Wiim Amp on sale feels like double dipping on your taxes; the deal’s almost too good. I tested both the original Amp and the Amp Pro (9/10, WIRED Recommends) with multiple bookshelf speaker pairs, and the performance differences are minor. Meanwhile, the standard Amp offers AirPlay while the Pro doesn’t, adding to its cascade of streaming options, HDMI ARC support, and a potent power supply for a killer A/V entry point. —Ryan Waniata

Clip-based earbuds like these cheap ones from JLab are awesome to throw in your gym bag or center console and forget about until you need them. For $20, you might as well buy a few pairs. They’re decent sounding, and they come with a charging case that is larger (and thus harder to lose). —Parker Hall

In the world of USB microphones, Blue’s Yeti deserves a place on Mt. Rushmore. This iconic mic sounds great, looks great, and features quality physical controls like a volume knob to help you fine-tune your sound. It used to be good, it’s still good. Be grateful. The black one is also on sale. —Parker Hall

Know someone who’s hard of hearing? The Zvox AccuVoice AV157 is our favorite affordable soundbar for ramping up dialog. The secret is in the Zvox AccuVoice software, which uses digital signal processing to clarify voices and other sometimes buried audio. Every TV needs a great soundbar, and this one is a top affordable option for clarifying the garble so you hear everything right the first time. —Ryan Waniata

Sony’s oddly conceived (and titled) Bravia Theater System 6 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) surprised me with its fidelity, punch, and seamless surround sound immersion. Running all connections through its potent subwoofer, the multi-speaker system isn’t your typical 2025 plug-and-play soundbar setup, foregoing upfiring speakers for Dolby Atmos. No matter, the sound wins the day, and this thing rocks, bringing you into the action better than any similar 5.1 system I’ve tried. —Ryan Waniata

The Beam Gen 2 is a top pick for anyone after a micro-modular bar that’s as pliable as it is powerful. You’ll get clear and expansive sound thanks to its virtual effects, multi-room audio capabilities, and the ability to add on surround speakers and a subwoofer from the Sonos speaker lineup later. If you’re willing to bank on Sonos’ software for the long haul, this is a great deal on a great bar. —Ryan Waniata

Vizio’s latest Elevate SE soundbar (7/10, WIRED Recommends) cuts back on features like Wi-Fi streaming and even a remote, but it keeps the coolest trick: rolling speakers that spin upward for Dolby Atmos effects and back down again for stereo and surround tracks. The multi-speaker system’s frill-free yet stylish layout is great for those looking for serious performance on a budget, making it all the more tempting at a reduced price. —Ryan Waniata

Bose’s micro-sized smart soundbar (8/10, WIRED Recommends) one-ups its rival Sonos Beam with true upfiring drivers for more immersive Dolby Atmos performance. It’s a surprisingly musical system, with a talent for piano and strings, while dialogue is clear across content. Its lack of a subwoofer leaves the bass wanting, but features like streaming over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and built-in Alexa smarts make it a powerful tool at the center of your TV console. —Ryan Waniata

Roku’s littlest soundbar, the Streambar SE, is also a streaming device, thanks to the brand’s OS being onboard. That means this is a great all-in-one solution to upgrade an older TV to 2025 streaming specs, with better sound to boot. —Parker Hall

JBL’s excellent Flip 7 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is my favorite all-around portable speaker, but anyone asking me for the best deal will land right here. As noted in my review, Tribit’s Stormbox 2 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) sounds way too good for the money, edging toward the Flip and plenty of others at a fraction of the price. As with other Tribit speakers, it’s always a deal, and a discount just sweetens the pot. —Ryan Waniata

Vizio’s mini 2.1 soundbar provides solid sound quality from the main bar and some nice punch from its compact subwoofer. It’s light on features and inputs, but Vizio’s reworked app makes adjusting settings and Bluetooth streaming simple. Dialog occasionally takes a backseat when things get raucous, but music and movies are both well served, and anything below the full $170 price makes this bar a solid steal. —Ryan Waniata

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Kitchen

We rank the Italian-made Linea Classic from De’Longhi as our favorite $200 espresso maker, a price point where it’s tough to find a reliable machine. This is true especially among machines with a pressure gauge and a fast-heating thermopump. Welp, now it’s not $200. It’s $150. The trade-offs are that the steam wand is a little foamy, and the portafilter is lightweight. —Matthew Korfhage

The original Aeropress—a brilliant coffeemaker from the same guy who brought you the Aerobie Flying Ring—remains part of my coffee-making rotation even after a decade and many fancier devices. You fill it with grounds, pour over water, and use a plunger to steep and then force-pressurize the beans to get a cup that’s not quite espresso but not quite coffee and thoroughly delicious with minimum effort and cleaning. This Prime Day price of $28 is the lowest I have ever seen it and a full 30% off the regular price. —Martin Cizmar

The Bruvi BV-01 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is my favorite pod coffee machine. The design is cute and the coffee pods brew a respectable cup. They’re also biodegradable. The large touchscreen and companion app let you customize and schedule your coffee, and brewing is fast at under one minute. This bundle comes with 20 coffee and espresso pods to get you started—make sure you clip the coupon to get $150 off. —Louryn Strampe

The Oxo Brew is the best grinder I know at this price range, which is 30% lower than normal right now. It might not be your pick for espresso: the 15-grind setting doesn’t offer fine enough distinctions. For that, get the Baratza ESP. But for Aeropress, drip, or French Press? This is the lowest-cost grinder that’ll give you good extraction and an even grind, and it’s even cheaper right now. —Matthew Korfhage

This is about the lowest price you can expect to find this year, or any future year, on what may be the top-selling espresso machine in the world. Breville’s Barista Express is already the Goldilocks Breville when weighing cost and value among powerful, precise semiautomatic machines we recommend as the best in the game. It’ll grind your beans, push out balanced shots, and froth your milk to boot, with few hitches and a long track record. —Matthew Korfhage

No one quite expected Ninja’s first foray into espresso would go so well.But here we are. This Ninja Luxe Cafe Premier (7/10, WIRED Recommends) impressed WIRED reviewer Tyler Shane, sold out repeatedly, and found its way into my favorite automated latte and espresso machines. This is the first time the Cafe Luxe has ever been available at a discount. Enjoy it while you can. —Matthew Korfhage

This semiautomatic De’Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo (6/10, WIRED Reviewed) comes with a built-in burr grinder and frother and makes great espresso right out of the box. At this steep discount price, it has two perks over the Barista Express, also on sale for Prime Day. One is a cold brew function best used with milk, and the other is an extra-slim profile less than a food wide. That said, the portafilter needs a plastic adapter and the espresso cup needs a stand. —Matthew Korfhage

The Instant Pot Pro Plus (8/10, WIRED Recommends), is a thoughtfully designed and capable multi-cooker, still our favorite multicooker WIRED has tested. Sure it’s “smart,” meaning it has an app. But it’s also smart, filled with thoughtful touches like a flat bottom, interior handles, higher wattage, and preprogrammed pressure release. It’s nice. And around 30% off. —Matthew Korfhage

This isn’t the best, or the biggest, or the most versatile air fryer. But this Dash Tasti-Crisp is so small, so easy to tuck away, and so low-priced during Prime Day that it’s barely even a decision anymore—and former WIRED reviewer Brenda Stolyar has sworn by it for years without trouble. This ridiculously low price is a zero-commitment way to get crisp fries and chicken. —Matthew Korfhage

Breville makes the best all-purpose ovens in the game. The excellent Breville Joule Smart Oven Air Fryer tops our list of the best toaster ovens, but is also one of the best air fryers. As a result, I haven’t used my range oven all year. This Pro model is pretty much the same hardware as the Joule, minus a few (nifty) autopilot functions. But on sale for Prime Day, it’s nearly $200 less than list price for the Joule. —Matthew Korfhage

I mentioned Dimpola’s rattan proofing baskets as an example of long-lasting wooden cookware in my review of KitchenAid’s Evergreen Stand Mixer (7/10, WIRED Review), as I’ve been using them for years. It looks like they now come with fabric liners for wetter doughs (mine didn’t back in the day), but I definitely recommend going without the liner for standard-hydration formulas, since the coiled design leaves a cool swirl design on the finished boule. —Kat Merck

Food processors don’t have to be big or complicated or even powerful to be useful. Most of the dumb little cutting I do is of the half-onion or “too many little pieces of carrot” variety. This low-cost Hamilton Beach veggie chopper, on sale for double-cheap during Prime Day, is an old favorite of multiple WIRED staffers because it is tiny and it solves tiny but persistent problems. Which is to say, it dices an onion. —Matthew Korfhage

The Nama J2 Cold Press Juicer is my top-rated juicer. It felt revolutionary when it came out a couple of years ago, and it is still the best. Press the button and then forget about it. It’s pretty and effective, chewing through carrots or spinach or soft berries to make nutrient-rich, tasty juice. It also makes sorbet. Slow juicers aren’t cheap, but this is the cheapest I’ve seen for this model. —Matthew Korfhage

This isn’t the best, or the biggest, or the most versatile air fryer. But this Dash Tasti-Crisp is so small, so easy to tuck away, and so low-priced during Prime Day that it’s barely even a decision anymore—and former WIRED reviewer Brenda Stolyar has sworn by it for years without trouble. This ridiculously low price is a zero-commitment way to get crisp fries and chicken. —Matthew Korfhage

I didn’t used to be the guy who makes steaks in an air fryer. But the Dreo Chefmaker Combi Fryer is the best air fryer for roasts, steaks, and chops precisely because it’s no ordinary air fryer. It has steam cooking, and a temperature probe, and smart programs that’ll take meat up to temp, then sear the heck out of it at high temp but leave it pink in the middle. It’s fun. And way cheap during Prime Day. —Matthew Korfhage

I cook with the Our Place Always Pan 2.0 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) nearly every time I make a meal. The nontoxic nonstick surface and sloped edges make this pan suitable for almost everything, from frying eggs to one-pot pastas to steaming veggies and searing burgers. It includes a spoon, basket, and lid, and it comes in cute colors, too. —Louryn Strampe

Deep-dish Detroit-style pizza has seen a surge in popularity of late—I live in a small town in Southwest Washington and even we have had several Detroit-style joints pop up in the past year. If you want to see what the fuss is all about by making it yourself, Lloyd is the brand of pan you want for both longevity and those famed extra-crispy edges. Just make sure your recipe doesn’t skimp on the oil. —Kat Merck

The Meater Pro XL is the mega-sized version of a smart thermometer I’m testing for gifts for dads, coming with four separate probes so you can fill your whole smoker with various cuts or get precise reads on the various parts of a large cut like a brisket. The app is super intuitive and with prices of premium cuts of beef having soared, it’s a wise investment if you’re feeding a family and don’t want to risk carving up overcooked slop. Prime Day brings a $75 discount, 21% below normal. —Martin Cizmar

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Home Security

Perhaps the ideal outdoor security camera for Google households, the Nest Cam Outdoor has a handy magnetic mount and an expansive 130-degree field of view, and captures sharp 1080p video with HDR and night vision. It also sports a clear speaker and microphone. You only get three hours of free event history, but you can add a Nest Aware subscription ($8 a month, or $80 for the whole year) to get 30 days of event history and face recognition. —Simon Hill

This two-camera kit comes with a home hub, and it’s the upgrade pick for folks seeking a local, subscription-free system in our best outdoor security cameras guide. The EufyCam 3 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has built-in solar, up to 4K video resolution, and 16 GB of local storage (expandable up to 16 TB) on the connected HomeBase 3 hub. You also get on-device people, pets, and vehicle recognition, and this system can even recognize familiar faces. —Simon Hill

Security cameras with floodlights are great for your garage or backyard, since motion triggers light and color video. 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. Adjustable light panels provide up to 2,000 lumens. It also pans 360 degrees and tilts 120 degrees, and records locally to a microSD card or to a HomeBase 3 (both sold separately). —Simon Hill

For busy spots (like back doors and side passages), a hardwired camera can save you a lot of charging. One of the best outdoor security cameras I’ve tested, the Tapo C325WB has a large aperture and image sensor to enable color nighttime footage without a spotlight. It also has a motion-triggered spotlight. You can filter for people, pets, or vehicles, set up private zones in the Tapo app, and insert microSD cards for local recordings. —Simon Hill

This outdoor camera records video at up to 2K and 30 frames per second, has a 150-degree field of view, and connects directly to your Wi-Fi. The Tapo app detects motion (person, pet, vehicle) and enables you to set activity zones and privacy zones. Slip a microSD card in for local recording or subscribe to Tapo Care for 30-day video cloud storage. It lacks HDR but is still a top camera and runner-up in our best outdoor security cameras guide. —Simon Hill

This versatile, pan-and-tilt camera is ideal if you want a hands-off device. 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. —Simon Hill

Offering everything you want, including crisp 2K video at 24 frames per second, two-way audio, and a compact design that includes a privacy shutter, this is the upgrade pick in our best indoor security cameras guide and it’s no wonder. The Arlo app is swift to load, offers excellent notifications, and supports two-factor authentication, so you can log in with your fingerprint or face, phone permitting. We’ve seen discounts before but never this low. —Simon Hill

Arlo ticks all the boxes with crisp 2K video, a wide 160-degree field of view, two-way audio, and direct Wi-Fi connection, and the Pro 5 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) tops our best outdoor security cameras guide. The Arlo app is swift to load, offers rich notifications, and supports two-factor authentication. The catch is a pricey subscription for subject recognition, smart alerts, and cloud storage. —Simon Hill

This incredibly versatile device is one of the best indoor security cameras, with a dual-lens design combining a regular 4K camera with a 130-degree field of view and 2K telephoto lens that supports 3x optical zoom. You can also pan 360 degrees and tilt 75 degrees. There’s AI tracking with up to four preset positions, plus privacy mode, two-way audio, and onboard AI to detect people, pets, and sounds. Record locally with a microSD card or HomeBase 3 (both sold separately). —Simon Hill

Compact and affordable, with an IP66 rating, this security camera can be used indoors or out, though it does have to be plugged in. The starlight sensor enables color night vision. It also offers smart detection (people, pets, and vehicles), up to 2K resolution, and slightly laggy two-way audio. You can record locally on a microSD card or subscribe for cloud storage. This versatile device also has a magnetic mount and tiny dual spotlights. —Simon Hill

This is my favorite budget smart lock now that there’s a hub you can pair with it for a mere $20. Aqara’s Smart Lock U50 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is a great-looking lock that’s affordable, high quality, and works well. Even when my hub disconnected, the U50 never faltered with remembering codes or auto-locking. I only gave it a 7 originally due to the expensive hub. —Nena Farrell

Yale’s Assure Lock 2 has been on my front door for about a month now, and my whole house has been pretty happy with it. I’m a fan of the fingerprint reader, which responds quickly to my touch, while my husband likes using the code entry. It’s a full lock replacement that puts a keypad on the front of your door, and there are versions with and without a classic keyhole (and included key to match it). —Nena Farrell

My favorite gadget in my smart home-filled house is easily my smart garage door opener. I can get alerts when we leave the garage open, easily check if I closed it, and hit the button to open or close it from my phone as needed. Mine is the Chamberlain MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener (8/10, WIRED Recommends), which was installed by a professional, but there’s also a DIY controller that’s also on sale you can add onto existing garages for a similar experience. —Nena Farrell

I’m a big fan of the MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener (8/10, WIRED Recommends), so it’s no surprise I like the video doorbell to go with it. The keypad makes it easy to control your garage without needing a phone, making it similar to a smart lock. It does require mounting outside of your home. You can get video feed from it too, though you’ll want a Wi-Fi extender very close by. —Nena Farrell

I just started testing this mini pet camera from Furbo, and I’m liking it a lot. It can be mounted, plus it has two-way audio, smart alerts, and video recaps. It also uses Furbo Nanny—an AI-powered system that watches over your pet with real-time alerts and smart insights, notifying when there’s unusual activity or emergencies. At a ridiculously cheap price of $25, this is the lowest price we’ve ever seen for this smart pet cam. —Molly Higgins

This is an interactive robot toy and pet camera on wheels with a 2K HD camera, two-way audio, and a laser toy. You control the robot’s movements from your phone’s app, where you can view footage and virtually “play” with your pets. This li’l guy is super lightweight and easily traverses around furniture and household objects, all while keeping your home secure and entertaining/intriguing your pets. —Molly Higgins

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This is a solid, basic Dyson vacuum. It was Dyson’s previous entry-level vacuum before the Digital Slim (our current budget pick), and while it’s not the most recent model, it’s still a great vacuum to get on a budget. It’s still plenty powerful on carpet and hard flooring, and comes with three accessories and two power modes. —Nena Farrell

Looking for a Dyson dupe? WIRED reviewer Adrienne So’s husband thought this stick vacuum was a Dyson when he saw her using it, but it’s actually the Shark PowerDetect (8/10, WIRED Recommends). While it’s not quite as high-quality as a Dyson, it’s still a great stick vacuum that cleans well, has a self-emptying docking station, and comes with lots of accessories. It’s worth the price—especially at this sale price. —Nena Farrell

Our favorite Dyson vacuum is the V15 Detect, and the V15 Detect Plus is on sale right now. The difference is the attachments: both come with four attachments, but instead of a combination tool, the Plus comes with a dusting brush. Both come with a Digital Motorbar cleaner head and Fluffy Optic Cleaner head, along with a crevice tool. It’s a great vacuum and one of the best purchases this Prime Day. —Nena Farrell

Our favorite of Dyson’s upright vacuums is the Ball Animal 3 Extra, but the Ball Animal 3 is the exact same vacuum with fewer accessories (that’s where the Extra comes from!). The Ball Animal 3 does a fantastic job of vacuuming up pet hair, and it’s a great upright vacuum for larger homes. It comes with a combination tool and a stair tool, plus a tool holder. Other variants with different attachments are on sale, too. —Nena Farrell

If you’re looking for a fantastic stick vacuum, our favorite cordless vacuum is on sale right now. The Bissell PowerClean Fur Finder is the brand’s newest vacuum; the Icon TurboPet is a past favorite, but this new vac is even better. It did a great job on hard floors, carpets, staircases, and even my hair-covered cat tree. It has a bright built-in headlight, plus a couple attachments, including the FurFinder tool that makes vacuuming up pet hair a breeze. —Nena Farrell

Effective and smart, this cordless wet vacuum and mop is great at cleaning hard floors. Fill the front container with water and a smaller secondary tank with Dreame’s cleaning solution, and it works out how much solution is required based on how messy your floor is. You can clean laminate, wood, tile, or any other hard surface, and use the vacuum on short-pile carpets and rugs. It’s easy to maneuver and can lie flat to get under furniture. —Simon Hill

I can’t believe this immensely handy, adorable robot vacuum is already on sale. The Eufy E20 debuted at CES this year and combines a robot vacuum, a stick vacuum, and a handheld vacuum all in an adorable, compact package. I had issues with the tiny dust bin and occasional clogging, but if you don’t have multiple kids and dogs, this is the perfect small-space cleaning solution. —Adrienne So

This is our best high-end robot vacuum—it has a new stair-climbing function, which makes it the only robot vacuum capable of climbing out of our fireplace hearth. This is the smartest robot vacuum I’ve ever used, identifying obstacles and dirty floors with a high degree of accuracy. If I skipped a day or two of cleaning, it prompted me to run it again. —Adrienne So

The Qrevo S is our current Best Robot Vacuum for having a bewildering array of features—mopping and vacuuming, automatic bin emptying, and mop washing—combined with reliable navigation and a not-insane price tag. It doesn’t have a camera, so it protects your privacy, and Roborock’s SmartPlan also switches automatically between cleaning modes and floor surfaces in your house to clean more efficiently.—Adrienne So

We like all of Tapo’s other products, like security cameras, so it makes sense that we’d like the company’s effective, affordable robot vacuums. The app connects easily and makes a quick, accurate map of my children’s bedrooms and bathroom. It also has an onboard dust bin, so you don’t need to worry about the surprisingly hard-to-find replacement dustbin bags for some of Tapo’s other models. —Adrienne So

Dreame’s 2024 vacuum-mop combo doesn’t have the coolest tricks of the latest X50 or the older X30—it can’t remove the mop pads, and it can’t climb ledges. However, I have found that Dreame’s AI-enabled app is one of the smartest I’ve used, pinpointing obstacles and particularly dirty spaces with high accuracy. —Adrienne So

This is the best robovac I’ve tested, especially great for those with homes covered in carpeted space like mine. It kicked the butt of the similarly priced Narwal Freo Z Ultra (though it’s also worth considering at nearly half off right now) for both cleaning efficacy and navigation, and offers tons of ways to program it via Roborock’s stable app. You’ll want to put it on the max setting to deep clean. Once done, Jeeves, as my wife calls him, is a killer robo-butler when it comes to keeping the whole house clean in sophisticated style. —Ryan Waniata

If you’re not sure a robot can do all your dirty work, this 2-in-1 is a great way to spread the load. Dubbed the “world’s first whole-house cleaning combot,” the Yeedi C12 includes a HEPA-filtered hand vac and stick vac attchments on the same charging console, alongside a solid robot vacuum in its own right. We love the app, even if the robot sometimes gets tangled on cords (welcome to robot vacuums). We like this one best on hardwood, but it’s overall an impressive package, now at a great price. —Ryan Waniata

If you’re looking for a robo vac that’s well-armed, literally, this intriguing machine from one of our favorite brands is a great buy right now. After seeing this machine’s Omnigrip extendable arm at CES 2025, we couldn’t help but give it a shot. It works … sometimes, but overall we’ve been more impressed by its AI-enabled smartPlan, including detachable mop pads that easily swap back and forth between vacuuming and mopping. On this kind of sale, it’s hard to resist going big. —Ryan Waniata

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Most window air conditioners are stupid: When you install them, you don’t have a window anymore. Allow me to introduce you to the letter “U.” This Midea, WIRED’s favorite window unit (note that this is not one of the models that have been recalled) is U-shaped and so can fold over the front and back of your sill. So you can still have a window and be cool while having one. Installation is slightly more cumbersome, and involves foam. But the results are better. And it’s the cheapest it’s been this year. —Matthew Korfhage

This unassuming Coway air purifier has been our top budget pick for a while, and for good reason. WIRED contributing reviewer Lisa Wood Shapiro found it can clean a 361-square-foot room with an air exchange rate under five times an hour, its slim profile makes it easy to situate, and filter refills are both easy to find and inexpensive. I’ve also had a Mighty doing daily duty in my kitchen since 2022, and it’s still going strong. —Kat Merck

In our guide to the Best Air Purifiers, WIRED contributing reviewer Lisa Wood Shaprio liked this Blueair purifier’s built-in heating and cooling function, as well as its app and electronic CARB certification, which means it meets the stringent emissions requirements set by the California Air Resources Board. She did find it to be loud for its size, however, clocking in at 85 dB on high. —Kat Merck

Shark’s bigger FlexBreeze misting fan is one of our favorite fans for outdoor use, so I was excited to try this smaller, portable version with fun colors and a built-in tank. It’s been a regular fixture on the bench at my son’s outdoor soccer games, and while I love the portability, the mist is quite fine and easily blows away unless you have your face inches from it. Mist or no mist, it’s still a great summer sidekick. —Kat Merck

Handheld fans: So hot right now. Seriously, though, in the past few years, they’ve popped up everywhere, and for good reason, as they’re a great way to cool off discreetly anywhere you need to. Some of them—like this one!—even double as a flashlight and portable power bank. I also like this Jisulife model because it folds down small enough to fit in a pocket, which makes it perfect for hikes, kids at camp … the possibilities are endless. (And if this isn’t strong enough for you, check out Jisulife’s Ultra2, which is also on sale—it’s the strongest hand fan I’ve ever seen, at 1,614 feet/minute.) —Kat Merck

You don’t need to believe all of the wild health hype from shower filter makers. But here’s what this Canopy will actually do: It’s one of the minority of shower filters that actually removes chlorine compounds down to undetectable levels. (Yes, I tested.) This means no chlorine drying out your skin, or removing hair dye. It’s also a nice-looking showerhead, on sale for nearly 30% off. —Matthew Korfhage

Only a handful of filtered showerheads I tested were actually successful at removing abrasive chlorine compounds down to undetectable levels. Afina’s as good as any of them out of the box, but also had my favorite broad-patterned and soothing shower spray out of any of the best filtered showerheads. The catch?. Filter replacement is more expensive, and more frequent, than some. —Matthew Korfhage

Hey, you—yes, you. Do you live in a house? Then you probably need to clean your dryer vents. Like, right now. More than 15,000 house fires are started every year by dryers, specifically due to years of lint buildup in dryer vents and ducting. People might clean the exterior vents when they see lint buildup, but not the ducting, which is why the Holikme dryer vent cleaner kit helps. This nifty 30-foot drill attachment makes a great gift for new homeowners, old-home owners, or anyone on your list. —Kat Merck

This is a retrofit device to add automation and remote control to your Venetian blinds. You can connect your phone via Bluetooth to open and close the blinds or set up a schedule. Solar panels keep the battery topped up and there’s a light sensor, so you can have them close automatically when the sun is out. For voice and distance control, you need a SwitchBot Hub Mini or Hub 2. —Simon Hill

Pura is known for its luxury scent cartridges from companies like Anthropologie, Nest, and Capri Blue, but as we note in our guide to the Best Essential Oil Diffusers, the Plus is the best option for scenting large spaces. I have one in an open-concept area of my home with 23-foot ceilings, and it’s the only diffuser I’ve found that’s both up to the job and offers clean, pet-safe fragrances that won’t set off my air purifier. —Kat Merck

One of our favorite Govee smart lights, this malleable, diffused light strip works as both art and light on just about any wall. Since it’s diffused, there’s no need to tuck it behind a TV or furniture. You get adhesive-backed metal brackets, screws, and bendable clips, to shape into just about whatever you want. The Neon Rope Light 2 works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, and you can connect it with Apple HomeKit and Samsung SmartThings via Matter. —Simon Hill

With a bewildering array of colorful smart lighting for any occasion, Govee is an affordable alternative to brands like Philips Hue. The Envisual T2 comprises a light strip to stick to the back of your TV and a camera to point at the screen so the lightshow can sync to the onscreen action. The color matching is solid, and there’s a mic in the control box for music syncing. These are the best Govee smart lights for your TV. —Simon Hill

Why not upgrade your home with 100 feet of outdoor lighting, sporting 60 RGBIC LEDs, at a hefty discount? Like all our favorite Govee smart lights, you can choose colors, brightness, animated scenes, and automation in the jam-packed app. These IP67-rated lights are designed to be permanently attached to the outside of your home. —Simon Hill

If you’re looking for the best smart bulb kit to brighten up your home, Philips Hue makes a variety of starter kits that are on sale right now. Its base kit with two bulbs and a hub has a nice discount right now, and the hub can work with many, many more light bulbs if you choose to expand. —Nena Farrell

Aura’s digital picture frames are my favorite part of my house. The Carver is our favorite affordable frame that still packs fantastic software and unlimited photo storage, and the Mat version that costs a little more (but looks gorgeous!) is currently on sale. It makes a great gift and a great addition to any home. —Nena Farrell

Are you a father? Do you like your father? This FLIR is WIRED’s favorite thermal imaging camera. It’s also the secret wish of every dad. It affixes to your phone, and it is a map to all the leaks in your life. Insulation leaks! Electrical leaks! Oh god, the possibilities. It’s also a new toy, which is all that adult men ever really want. This is the best deal of the year on it.—Matthew Korfhage

These reliable devices made our best water leak detectors guide because they have four metal probes underneath and two above to swiftly detect water dripping or pooling. Alerts hit my phone as push notifications within one to two seconds, and there’s a fairly loud 90-decibel alarm, though you can reduce the volume in the app or even mute it. Just bear in mind that you need a Tapo hub ($23) to connect these with. —Simon Hill

Smart plugs are pretty darn handy to turn almost anything (lamps! TVs!) into a smart device without changing anything about the device itself. One of my favorite mini plugs is this one from Kasa Smart, part of the TP-Link family. It’s compact and reliable, and works with Alexa, Google, and IFTTT. It’s often on sale for $8, so this is a slightly lower price than we usually see. Great for stocking up for cheap! —Nena Farrell

The Petkit PuraMax 2 is the automatic litter box that I recommend for most people. It’s easy to use, compact, and actually smells great. This box actually smells good, with quadruple odor protection; plus, when it’s time to refill with clean litter, the box rotates so the hole is on top for easier filling. At $370, this is an exceptional deal for an automatic litter box of this caliber, and it’s the lowest price we’ll see all year. —Molly Higgins

The Neakasa M1 Self-Cleaning Litter Box (7/10, WIRED Recommends) has an open-top design that feels a little more familiar for cats who are used to traditional litter boxes. There’s a lot of headroom that allows large cats to move around comfortably, five pairs of infrared sensors and four weight sensors to detect cats, and it’s connected to an app where you can monitor usage and adjust settings. At $380, this is the lowest price we’ve seen this year. —Molly Higgins

It’s no secret I love Petlibro’s products; its automatic feeders and fountains are consistently my top picks. The RFID automatic feeder is a game-changer for pets in a multi-pet home. Using a pet collar tag, the feeder will only open for the specific pet wearing the collar, meaning Fido won’t get the cat’s food, or multiple cats will each get the same amount. Usually around $170, this is probably the lowest the price will drop until Black Friday. —Molly Higgins

This automatic cat fountain is what I recommend for most people. Although it’s not completely stainless steel, it does have a stainless steel top, smart water detection, and an app that records when your cat drank from it, how much they drank, and for how long. The app also sends alerts of low water levels, when to change the filter, and when to clean. At about $20 less than it’s usually priced, now’s a great time to invest in your cats’ health (for less). —Molly Higgins

If you’re a pet owner (or you’re shopping for one), the ChomChom is an amazing little tool. It’s a Prime Day staple around here. Simply roll it back and forth across furniture or carpets and be amazed, if not a bit disgusted, at how much hair it picks up. It’s beyond easy to use and easy to clean, and the best part is that you can reuse it over and over again—mine is four years old and still going strong. —Louryn Strampe

Since I can’t truly test this one out myself, I called in the experts: my dogs. They adore this bed. It combines all the factors they seem to be obsessed with: a donut shape that encircles them, a fuzzy surface to snuggle into, and soft cushioning to lie on. The anti-skid bottom comes in handy when they paw at it in the arduous process of getting comfortable (more like wrestling with it), so the bed stays put. And to avoid that Frito chip smell, it’s machine washable. —Julia Forbes

This popular treat-dispensing pet camera, the Furbo 360° Dog Camera (9/10, WIRED Recommends) has clear 1080p and color night-vision camera, two-way communication, noise notifications, 360-degree pan abilities, and treat dispensing. It also has Auto Tracking, which follows your pet to make it easier to find them without having to search your phone screen. At $44 with a subscription, it’s the lowest price I’ve ever seen on a pet camera of this caliber. —Molly Higgins

The inside of this cat water fountain is lit by a blue LED, with a clear viewing window on the side that makes it easy to monitor the water level from afar. It’s also got a dishwasher-safe metal bowl, and you can remove parts of the yellow and white “flower” to create a fountain configuration your cat likes, like a waterfall, low bubble-up, or tall bubble-up. This already affordable fountain is a steal at $18—one of the lowest prices you can get for a solid fountain. —Molly Higgins

The Snooz white noise machine is beautifully simple. It uses a fan to create white noise, and you twist the fabric sleeve either left or right to adjust the volume. I keep mine standing guard on my bedroom dresser, as you’re supposed to keep it a distance from your bed so that you can get all the benefits of white noise radiating around the room. I live near a bustling city and college campus, so if I want to block out the sound of traffic or a house party, I crank the Snooz up. —Julia Forbes

This Babelio sound machine is teeny-tiny, but it makes some big (yet soothing) sound waves. It doesn’t take up much space, since it’s less than 2 inches tall. I like the variety of sounds that create ambient noise for when I’m falling asleep, or even if I just need some background noise during the workday. It sits inconspicuously on a dresser or desk, and is easy to take with me on trips. I can afford the space in my carry-on if it’s going to help me sleep better. —Julia Forbes

These are my little (ear) buddies that have saved my sanity on more than one occasion. If you too are dealing with a bedmate who snores, lives in a loud environment, or just needs to block out auditory stimulants, earplugs are the way. These guys aren’t normal earplugs, as they’re circular to lie more comfortably against the ear canal. They let in some sound, so you’re not cut off from the world. Rather, you get the most disruptive noise blocked out so you can rest better. —Julia Forbes

This cheap mattress is a behemoth. It’s 12 inches of dense layered foams, topped with thin layers of green tea and purified charcoal foam, which Zinus promises will help with the overall freshness of the mattress over time as the activated charcoal microparticles block moisture and odor. The densely layered foams aim to cradle and conform to help with joints and spine support, but they are a little firm. At around $200, depending on the size, this is the lowest price we’ve seen this bed dip this year. —Molly Higgins

We’re big fans of Purple’s pillows. Former WIRED reviewer Eric Ravenscraft recommended the Purple DreamLayer as an ideal pillow if you’re a mix of a side sleeper and back sleeper. Instead of having adjustable fill, you can adjust this pillow with two foam inserts to adjust the loft for your exact needs. —Nena Farrell

Cheap sheets that are also great aren’t easy to find. The best set is an easy agreement for our team, though: Bedsure’s bamboo sheets. These silky bamboo sheets are reasonably priced and just as comfortable as more expensive pairs. They’re cool to the touch, though not quite as breathable as other sheets we recommend if you’re a hot sleeper. —Nena Farrell

If you’re shopping for a quilt this summer to add a little texture to your bed but not make you overheat, Bedsure’s quilt is a great choice. It’s one of the many comforters and quilts I tested in my quest to find out if you really need a duvet cover (spoiler: You don’t, but then you need a top sheet!). I liked how lightweight this one is, especially since I’m a hot sleeper. —Nena Farrell

If you want to switch to organic bedding on a budget, our favorite organic sheets from Brooklinen are on sale right now for Prime Day, along with the rest of Brooklinen’s Amazon storefront. These sheets are light and crisp, and just a touch softer than Brooklinen’s non-organic percale sheets. You’re getting the best of everything in one set. —Nena Farrell

These are some of the softest sheets I’ve ever slept on. Bamboo sheets are already known for being soft and silky, but Cozy Earth’s bamboo sheets are truly cozy-soft, with almost a jerseylike snuggle to them. These sheets are one of the top picks in my guide to the Best Bamboo Sheets, and well worth the splurge. This is the best time to snag them for 35% off with our code WIRED. —Nena Farrell

This is one of our favorite down comforters. It has a hotel-like cotton sateen outer shell with that classic crinkly, starchy feeling. The down is fluffy, and it stays put, even if you toss and turn while you sleep. You’ll never wake up with all the down shoved into the corners of the blanket. The All-Season weight is good for both warmer and cooler climates. —Louryn Strampe

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Fellow reviewer Nena Farrell is only a couple of weeks into testing HigherDose’s red light mask and is already a fan. The triple-strap design doesn’t squeeze the bananas out of your head (her words), and it beams red and near-infrared light (630 and 830 nanometers) that’s designed to boost collagen and reduce inflammation. It’s comfortable, cordless, and so far, the battery holds up. Normally $349, it’s 20% off for Prime Day. —Boutayna Chokrane

If you’re interested in the benefits of snail mucin, the Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is a must-try. Packed with an impressive 96% snail secretion filtrate, this serum delivers hydration and works wonders in repairing your skin, all while being free from added fragrances. Regularly priced at $17, it’s now available for nearly half off during Prime Day, an opportunity to stock up on this cult-favorite slime. —Boutayna Chokrane

I swear by Differin. This once-prescription retinoid (adapalene) clears breakouts, calms inflammation, and smooths texture without (generally) triggering dryness. I use it consistently in my nighttime routine and have seen improvements in my dark spots in just a couple of weeks. It’s oil-free, fragrance-free, and gentle enough for daily use without harming your skin barrier. Unlike harsher retinoids, this one is gentle enough for sensitive skin. At this price, I’d stock up. —Boutayna Chokrane

I’ve lost count of how many tiny pink tubs of the Laniege sleep mask I’ve gone through. It’s technically an overnight mask, but I slather it on all day without a hint of shame. The formula is buttery, thanks to murumuru, shea, and coconut butters, and the flavors are more Sephora-coded than natural (hi, Gummy Bear and Peach Iced Tea). Sensitive lips might protest the added fragrances, but for the rest, it’s fabulous—plus paraben-free, phthalate-free, and sulfate-free. —Boutayna Chokrane

This old-school straightener is like the Honda Accord of hair tools. It’s not sexy and will probably embarrass the teens in your house, but it’s been around for years, it will continue to be around for years, and it will get you from point A to point B reliably and with a minimum of fuss. —Kat Merck

The Philips Multigroom 7000 series is a versatile classic among the best beard trimmers— a beautiful beast with admirable heft and a broad set of guards for every season, face, and beard. The mix of close shave, durability, versatility, and simple, good construction makes it the one I turn to most often, when I’m not testing other trimmers. This is the durable titanium version, available at a nice 20% price break. —Matthew Korfhage

The Fancii Abigail (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is my favorite lighted makeup mirror for traveling. I never take a trip without it. The flat disc folds out into a large, 8-inch mirror with a built-in stand and three different light temperatures. The battery lasts for up to 30 days on a single charge, too. You’ll never go back to doing your makeup in an awkward, dim hotel bathroom again. —Louryn Strampe

I’ve tested numerous multi-stylers, including the Dyson Airwrap, and the Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex delivers similar results without the hefty price tag. It’s light, weighing just over 1.5 pounds, and folds up well for travel, coming with four attachments. Shark’s Scalp Shield technology, which regulates the temperature to ensure it’s never hotter than 230 degrees Fahrenheit, is ideal for sensitive scalps. At $199, it’s easily one of the best Prime Day hair tool deals out there. —Boutayna Chokrane

The Oral-B Pro 1000 is my favorite toothbrush from the company, but at $60, the iO Series 3 is worth considering. The 14-day battery life surpasses that of the Pro 1000, and the motor is quieter and feels gentler on sensitive gums. Plus, the sleek finish looks way more modern on my counter. —Boutayna Chokrane

Tongue scrapers are effective for removing morning gunk, coffee residue, and bacteria buildup that naturally accumulates on your tongue. With MasterMedi, you receive two stainless steel scrapers along with ventilated travel cases, ensuring you always have one available. Normally priced at $15, they’re well worth the purchase, even at full price. —Boutayna Chokrane

This is the best vibrator for stimulating initial arousal. It’s a flexible labia vibe that delivers sensation to the entire vulva rather than just the clitoris. There are four motors to increase arousal and lubrication to the entire region, and there’s even an app for hands-free action. —Louryn Strampe

I keep a box of Emergen-C stashed for sick days, red-eye flights, and moments I feel a sore throat sneaking up. It’s packed with 1,000 milligrams of vitamin C, some B vitamins, and electrolytes. There’s no evidence that Emergen-C will prevent getting sick, but an extra dose of vitamin C is generally safe and can reduce the severity of your symptoms. The orangey taste isn’t awful—some people even like it (I wouldn’t go that far). Normally $28, it’s now cheaper, so go ahead and stock up before flu season. —Boutayna Chokrane.

Celsius’ variety pack is my favorite kind of gamble. You’ll likely score staples like Sparkling Orange and Grape Rush, maybe even Mango Passionfruit if the Prime gods smile upon you. It’s a mix of fizzy and non-carbonated energy drinks, with 200 milligrams of caffeine—derived from guarana seed and green tea extracts—per can. If you’re not into surprises, individual flavors like Sparkling Orange, Fizz-Free Peach Mango, and Green Apple Cherry are also available at a discounted price. —Boutayna Chokrane

Out of the 12 that we’ve tried, Bloom Superfood is our favorite greens powder. The flavors are quite sweet and fruity—my favorite is Strawberry Kiwi—and it has a solid mix of vitamins, probiotics, and fruits and veggies. I also like the packaging, which doesn’t take up too much space on the kitchen counter. Just remember to eat a balanced diet, too—this is a supplement, after all! —Louryn Strampe

Liqid I.V. Hydration Multiplier is the best electrolyte powder overall, and I especially love taking it along to festivals. It’s got a solid mix of sodium, carbs, and sugar, which are the three key ingredients to look for according to dietitians. And with over 20 different flavors to choose from, there’s something for everybody (though I especially love the watermelon!) It makes me feel better while dancing in the sun than plain water does. —Louryn Strampe

I’ve been on a Vital Proteins kick lately, and it’s an easy upgrade to your wellness routine. Vital Proteins is an unflavored collagen powder blends into coffee, smoothies, even oatmeal—hot or cold. You get 20 grams of collagen per scoop, derived from grass-fed, pasture-raised bovine. If you’re trying to sneak in some joint or skin support without thinking too much about it, this is the one. —Boutayna Chokrane

Orgain is our favorite vegan protein powder, and this iced coffee flavor adds a nice kick. You get 21 grams of plant-based protein (from pea, brown rice, chia, and mung bean) and 60 milligrams of caffeine per serving, which is a sprinkle less than an espresso. Ideal for an energy boost after a workout or a mid-morning pick-me-up. —Boutayna Chokrane

Isopure’s zero-carb protein powder is smooth, subtly sweet, and versatile; it blends into smoothies, oatmeals, and no-bake cheesecakes. WIRED reviewer Nena Farrell stirs it into her post-workout treats, and Scott Gilbertson loves incorporating it into his baked goods. There are 25 grams of protein per serving, and the flavors go beyond the standard vanilla and chocolate (think banana cream, toasted coconut, and cookies and cream). —Boutayna Chokrane

I tested this oil when I reviewed the Fur Trim System, and I’m still using it. It helps prevent ingrown hairs and soothes skin after hair removal, and it smells fantastic. The blend of grape seed, jojoba, clary sage, and tea tree oils doesn’t leave behind a greasy film. I especially love it for areas like the bikini line and underarms, and a little goes a very long way. —Louryn Strampe

I don’t mess around with sun protection, especially not for my sensitive lips. Sun Bum’s SPF 30 lip balm is my favorite: reef-safe, Hawaii Act 104-compliant, and free from the shady stuff like PABA and mineral oils. This three-pack (coconut, banana, watermelon) smells like a tropical smoothie and glides on smoothly without that greasy feel. Usually $10, I’m stocking up for the summer. Just note that it can leave a subtle white cast on deeper skin tones. —Boutayna Chokrane

This isn’t just any deodorant. It’s a man’s deodorant—a previous mainstay on our guide to the manliest men gifts that ever manned. It comes in aromas like bourbon leather, a scent that attracts drunken cowboys the way vanilla attracts sentient cupcakes. Anyway, it’s 20 percent off. —Matthew Korfhage

These lip jams feel like donut glaze smeared on your mouth (in the best way). I’ve been testing them for our Best Lip Balms guide, and so far, I’m impressed. They’re loaded with vitamin E and petroleum jelly to give lips a glassy, plush finish. The six shades (I love Crystal and Passion Fruit) are sweet and sheer, and they’re cruelty-free, paraben-free, and sulfate-free. Priced at $12 for Prime Day, I’d grab two. —Boutayna Chokrane

Seen on the faces of PinkPantheress, Anne Hathaway, and the Biebers. I love Starface pimple patches when a zit decides to crash my plans. They’re 100% hydrocolloid, so they work, but they’re also adorable. The traditional clear patches just highlight the gunk and end up looking grosser than the pimple itself. Sometimes, I’ll coordinate my Starface stickers with my nails or outfit, but that’s only when I’m feeling particularly fancy. —Boutayna Chokrane

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Smartwatches and fitness trackers

People ask me what fitness tracker to get all the time. Given their requirements, I have told people more often than not to just get the new Oura Ring 4. I wear mine almost every day; it’s the tracker I use to check other fitness trackers. The battery life is longer than a wrist wearable, and Oura frequently issues meaningful, interesting software updates. This is the first time it’s gone on sale. —Adrienne So

The Ultrahuman Ring Air is the primary contender to beat the Oura Ring 4’s dominance, mainly because you don’t need to have a subscription. It’s also light, comfortable, has great battery life and is great at sleep tracking. The company has also started introducing dubious features like Blood Vision, which requires you to take a blood test from a third-party tester. I’m going to test this once I get over my fear of needles, but we’ll overlook it for now.—Adrienne So

Even as many lookalike fitness trackers flood the market, we continue to rank the Fitbit Charge 6 very highly for its accuracy, affordability, and high-end features. You can use it with Android or iOS and integrates with Google Maps and YouTube Music. It checks your skin temperature and takes ECGs in the newly Google-fied app. Most happily of all, it frequently goes on sale. —Adrienne So

I personally persuaded many parents to buy the Fitbit Ace for their kids. The watch incentivizes kids to charge and wear their smartwatch with a gaming platform called Fitbit Arcade, and includes data in the very reasonable $10/month subscription plan. You can check your kids’ location and you can send each other texts (or in my son’s case, just a bunch of poop emojis).—Adrienne So

It’s been a few years since the Sense 2 came out; nevertheless, it’s still the Fitbit that’s best for serious health tracking and the one that was probably meant as a competitor to the Apple Watch. Like the Apple Watch, it has an ECG; it also has a sensor that monitors your stress to remind you to calm down on the spot. —Adrienne So

The Lily 2 is Garmin’s lovely little lady watch. The display is integrated into the watch face so that when you’re not actively tracking an activity, it disappears and looks just like a regular analog watch. It’s lightweight, beautiful, and has Garmin’s standard features, like Pulse Ox, and Garmin’s proprietary algorithms like Body Battery. —Adrienne So

The Inspire 3 is Fitbit’s cheapest tracker, but it’s proof that you don’t have to spend a ton of money to get reliable tracking. Its standout feature is its incredibly long battery life, which can last up to 10 days, and a bright AMOLED screen that makes it easy to see your stats despite its tiny size. —Adrienne So

This is the older version of the Forerunner 265 that we currently recommend in our roundup of the Best Garmin Watches. The Forerunner 265 has a few new features that the older watch lacks, like a touchscreen and advanced metrics like Training Readiness. But Garmin watches age very well and the older version has better battery life.—Adrienne So

The Instinct is one of Garmin’s most popular lines because it offers full backcountry functionality for a cheaper price than the high-end Fenix line, with better battery life and a fun, chunky, retro aesthetic. The Instinct got updated this year, but Garmin’s watches age very well and I like how tiny and slim this particular version is. —Adrienne So

Amazfit’s trackers have become so much more attractive and accurate over the past few years, and the Amazfit Balance looks pretty much like a Galaxy Watch6. Since I wrote my review, Amazfit has updated its privacy policy and made it actually available. —Adrienne So

The Pixel Watch 3 is my favorite Android smartwatch right now, though a successor will likely arrive in a few months. It’s gorgeous and will work with any Android phone. There are two sizes to choose from, and the 45-mm variant is worth your time largely because it delivers better battery life. You can eke out a little more than a day with it, all while meticulously tracking your health, even a loss of pulse event, which is something no other smartwatch can do. —Julian Chokkattu

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Outdoor & Active

When I started playing pickleball and was ready to upgrade from a cheap set of paddles to something more versatile, the SLK Evo Power XL 2.0 is what I bought for myself. It has a fiberglass face instead of the carbon faces more serious players use, but it is well-balanced with a comfy grip and you can’t beat this Prime Day price, which is half what I paid. —Martin Cizmar

The Sawyer Squeeze is our top water filter for ultralight hikers and backpackers. It’ll filter down to 0.1 microns (which gets rid of E. coli, salmonella, Giardia, cryptosporidium, and other common problems) and weighs just 3 ounces. It will connect to any 28-mm diameter bottle (your basic 20-ounce Coke bottle, for example), and it can be used as a drip filter as well. —Scott Gilbertson

The Owala FreeSip Twist is my favorite reusable water bottle. Mostly because I trust it not to leak in my bag. The twist cap feels more secure than the original’s janky push-button lid, and the dual-slip design is chef’s kiss. It keeps water ice-cold through Midwest summer heat, and the 18-ounce size is just right. Bonus points for the variety of colors. —Boutayna Chokrane

Do you really need a satellite communicator? I’ve never used one, but if I were going to, this is the one I’d use. It’s small, light (3.5 ounces), and the battery lasts a long time. It connects to the Iridium satellite network, so you can send messages and check in with loved ones from just about anywhere. There are also extra features like waypoints and interval tracking, and it integrates well with compatible Garmin watches. —Scott Gilbertson

The DJI Action 4 camera (8/10, WIRED Recommends) was a fantastic action camera. The newer DJI Action 5 trumps it in a number of ways, but if you’re on a budget, this is still a great choice, and it integrates well into the DJI ecosystem. The magnetic mounting system remains the best we’ve tried, the menu system makes switching between modes a snap, and the resulting photos and video are great. —Scott Gilbertson

As grills go, this portable Coleman looks a lot like an ironing board: with wheels on one side, and a stand that folds down for easy collapsibility. WIRED has recommended the Coleman as the budget option among rolling portable grills. At the moment, even as prices on grills and griddles skyrocket, our budget option is even easier on the wallet for Prime Day. —Matthew Korfhage

Sometimes a Shark or Ninja product is so clever it’s almost irritating. In one incarnation, this is a tall, pivoting indoor fan. Lock in the water tank, and it’s a backyard swamp cooler. But pull the top section off, and the shaft spiders out to become a table fan, too. Crazy. The Flexbreeze is a heck of a summer all-in-one, available at a respectable discount for Prime Day. —Matthew Korfhage

This is one of the coolest-looking smart bird feeders I’ve tested. It’s meant to evoke a weaver bird’s nest, and the oversized perch is molded to look like little twigs. It comes with a solar panel for charging, but it does require an additional subscription ($37 a year) to access the 2K video; it only runs on 2.4 GHz networks, and the app is pretty rudimentary. Still, this is the best price I’ve seen for this unique-looking smart feeder. —Kat Merck

Not only is this affordable little guy a top pick on Reddit, but it’s also our top pick for the Best Walking Pads. It feels comfortable underfoot, has a good weight capacity, and most importantly, is easy to assemble and sync with the companion app. —Adrienne So

This tiny but powerful flashlight is just three inches long, but will blast light five football fields away. It’s waterproof up to two meters and weighs just over 3 ounces and is small and sturdy enough to carry in the pocket of your jeans all day, every day. The beam only has 50 minutes of runtime, so don’t plan to use it for long nighttime walks, but it’s great to toss in your bag for emergencies. —Martin Cizmar

I never travel without this Theragun Mini. It’s 20% smaller and 30% lighter than the original, so it slips easily into my personal item or carry-on. The triangular shape makes it easy to hit tight spots like calves and hamstrings, and it offers the best relief after long flights or workouts. It’s simple to use, comes with a soft case, and is intuitive for anyone new to percussive therapy. —Boutayna Chokrane

I’m currently testing the Bob and Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun, and it’s a legit Theragun Mini dupe. Smaller, lighter, and quieter, as it operates at around 40 decibels. You get five speeds, five attachments, and a hard-shell case that fits all accessories. USB-C charging is much appreciated, especially for travel. Normally $90, it costs less than a spa appointment. —Boutayna Chokrane

Need a way to get around town quickly? The E2 Pro is a nice entry-level scooter that cruises at 15 miles per hour, and its 41-pound weight is manageable. Don’t expect a ton of range. There are turn signals, making it safer when you need to make turns at intersections, and it does an OK job on small slopes. —Julian Chokkattu

The Apollo Go (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is a great scooter for experienced pros and for newcomers. It has a top speed of 28 mph, but I rode it 15 or 20 mph (follow local speed laws!), and I was able to get roughly 15 miles out of it. You can probably go further (I’m 6’4”, and weight plays a big part in a scooter’s range. It has turn signals and a dot display that’s readable even in broad daylight. —Julian Chokkattu

Anyone who’s read my guide to the Best Smart Bird Feeders knows I recommend the 5-7-9 siting rule for keeping squirrels away—5 feet off the ground, 7 feet away from structures, 9 feet below anything overhanging. The best way to achieve this is by attaching your feeder to a pole with a baffle. This is the exact pole I use—it’s easy to set up and it’s got spikes on the bottom to secure it in even the hardest, driest soil. —Kat Merck

I recently dropped this scooter lower on my list after testing the newer Max G3, but that’s only because the Max G3 outpaces it in a few ways and costs nearly the same. But at this discounted price, the ZT3 Pro is a great buy. I got 16 miles of range, and you’ll probably get much more than that if you’re shorter than 6’4”. —Julian Chokkattu

When I click on this link, Amazon informs me that I bought variations of this Comfort Colors shirt several times. I buy this shirt in batches for my husband. The cotton fabric is a hefty 6.1-ounce weight, with triple-stitched shoulders and double-stitched hemlines and sleeves. They’re overbuilt, and they age beautifully; the pigment-dying process gives them a faded, vintage look right out of the packaging. —Adrienne So

True Classic sits atop our UK-based editorial team’s guide to the best men’s T-shirts that claim to be the best men’s T-shirt, in which they enlisted a Savile Row tailor for testing. It’s designed for dad bods, and a publicist for the brand accurately pegged me as an appropriate tester. The cut is a little aggressive for my taste (I stand with Armani White), but it has lots of fans, and this deal is a chance to stock up. —Martin Cizmar

If you only have $50 to get a comfortable pair of hiking boots, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better pair than these. WIRED reviewer Chris Haslam found that these ticked off all the boxes—they’re comfortable, didn’t give him any blisters, and kept his feet dry. The lugs, however, are a bit more shallow than what you might see on more expensive boots. —Adrienne So

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Travel

Deals on travel bags, pillows, jump starters, power stations, and more.

This weird little contraption of a travel pillow is actually great (if you can get past the looks). Part scarf, part pillow, the fleece is nice and soft and warm, while the internal brace gives you a place to rest your head. And you can actually rest it without fear of it tipping forward or waking up with an ache in your neck. Want to sleep in the middle seat? This is how you do it. —Louryn Strampe

I tested almost 20 sets of packing cubes for our guide to the Best Packing Cubes, and I can definitively say these Bagsmart compression cubes are the highest-quality packing cubes you can buy for the price. They’re sturdy, with excellent compression and handles, and there’s even a little slot where you can put a paper label for organization. I like the black ones, but they come in a ton of colors if that’s more your style. —Kat Merck

This hair tool bag is a relatively new product from neoprene-makeup-bag specialist Kusshi—a carrying case just for hair tools that’s heat-resistant up to 380 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the first time I’ve ever seen it on sale. It’s featured in our guide to the Best Toiletry Bags, and I love it for storing and carrying multi-tools like the Shark FlexFusion (also on sale) and all its attachments. Just be sure to let it off-gas in a ventilated area for a few days. —Kat Merck

It only takes one mishap to turn yourself into a full jump-starter convert. Why were we ever OK waiting three hours in a dead car for some dude in jean shorts to just… pull one of these $100 jumpstarters out of his trunk? This Noco saved former WIRED reviewer Eric Ravenscraft on a road trip. A similar device got me out of a jam in Delaware. Don’t get stuck in Delaware: Buy this on sale. —Matthew Korfhage

Cute and compact, this portable battery has a fold-out handle, a 288-WH capacity, and weighs 8.3 pounds. It has two USB-C ports (18 W and 100 W), one USB-A (15 W), a car port (120 W), and an AC outlet (300 W, 600 W surge). That’s enough to keep your small gadgets going, and when the power runs out, simply unfurl the book-sized 40-watt solar panel. It took me around eight hours to charge it from the sun. —Simon Hill

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Toys & Games

Deals on board games, toys, video games, and other fun stuff for kids and non-kids.

This picture book from Chronicle Books is a favorite at WIRED for its lovely images and engaging story of environmental scientist Ken Nedimeyer, whose passion for marine biology, particularly coral, led him to found the Coral Restoration Foundation. Within its pages are interesting facts about and images of nature’s most beautiful underwater paradises, where our planet’s vitality explodes in a cascade of underwater shapes and colors. —Ryan Waniata

Everyone needs a robot buddy, am I right? This BB-8-like bot is durable and can be zipped around like an RC car, but also works with apps, games, and puzzles to let your STEM kid in waiting learn more about programming and problem solving. It even works with Lego connectors to ramp up the creativity, along with available accessories to build on later. —Ryan Waniata

The Bluetooth-powered GoCube puts a new twist on an old favorite, using smart sensors within its lighted exterior that connect to an app on your phone to help you discover where blocks are positioned. It’s an advanced strategy game that becomes addictive over time, and allows you to connect with other GoCubers to take on family and friends. —Ryan Waniata

In Azul, you must make mosaics by matching tiles with different patterns and colors to get the maximum possible score. Azul is easy to grasp but supports many different tactical approaches and has surprising depth, making it one of the best family board games. The tiles and other components are high quality, and filling your board is deeply satisfying. Play moves quickly, and you can complete a game in less than an hour, but you will want to play again. —Simon Hill

With steam engine styling and an easy-to-grasp ruleset, Ticket to Ride is fun for the whole family. Spend cards to claim railway routes across the US and Canada with your colorful plastic rail cars, and score all-important bonus points for connecting specific destinations to get the highest points total and claim victory. —Simon Hill

A fantastic gift for kids of all ages, this clever construction kit made our best STEM toys guide. Clixo’s colorful, versatile, magnetic pieces snap together, so you can build three-dimensional shapes, from crowns to cats. The durable and washable pieces stack neatly and pack away easily, and you can play with them anywhere—you don’t need a table. Clixo kits are suitable for kids aged 4 and up. —Simon Hill

If you’re a murder mystery fan in any capacity, you’ll probably love Chronicles of Crime. It’s delightfully fun to figure out, using your phone to scan cards, interview suspects, and even spot clues. It’s a miracle it works as well as it does, given just how dead-simple it plays. I wouldn’t recommend it for more than two, but it makes for the perfect solo or couples activity on a night in. —Luke Larsen

Carcassonne is a classic, tile-laying game with dead-simple rules. Just pick a tile and place it somewhere, building out the landscape right in front of the players. This new edition is absolutely gorgeous, featuring new art across the game. It’s the type of introductory family game that even young kids will grasp, while offering plenty of strategy for adults. —Luke Larsen

The tough, translucent Magna-Tiles click together easily to form two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional objects. Kids love building houses, castles, vehicles, and whatever else occurs to them with these triangular and square magnetic tiles. We love them so much that they made our best STEM toys guide. The classic set is a great start, but be warned: There are themed sets, and you will end up buying more! —Simon Hill

The Backbone One (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is our favorite mobile gaming controller. Even five years after I reviewed it, I still reach for it constantly. It snaps onto your phone (iOS or Android, depending on the connector) and is compatible with tons of good mobile games. The Backbone app is great, too, with one-button streaming and voice features. The controller is so user-friendly, I used it to play Stardew Valley on my phone for 10 hours straight. —Louryn Strampe

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How Does WIRED Spot Prime Day Deals?

We start searching for the best Prime Day deals weeks before the event. The WIRED Reviews team receives embargoed lists of expected sales a few weeks before Prime Day, which we supplement by directly contacting our sources at brands we like to get details on their planned sales. These deals lists are usually about 70% accurate and we strive to make our posts completely accurate. We then use proprietary software to cross-reference the list of products that are on sale with the products we have positively reviewed. We only consider deals on products we have tested and like.

What Makes WIRED’s Prime Day Coverage Different?

During events like Prime Day and Black Friday, WIRED will only recommend deals on products that someone on our team—there are 15 of us spread across the country and one person in the UK—has personally tested and vouched for. You will not find us adding random products with all-caps names that may be cheap but also junky. We also rigorously cross-check everything we’re planning to cover with price history databases to make sure it’s actually a deal at the Prime Day price, and not just a regular-priced item dressed up as a deal.

What Other Advice Do You Have for Prime Day Shoppers?

We have a lot, which is why we have standalone posts dedicated to shopping like a Pro during Prime Day, avoiding scams and shoddy wares on Amazon, and advice on how to get the most out of your Prime membership perks. Above all, we recommend that you check in with trusted sources before making any big purchases and stick to your budget.

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