Afterpay Day 2026: best 5 deals still available after the March sale

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As one of Australia's major sales events, Afterpay Day connects big brands and retailers, offering massive discounts across various categories. The first Afterpay Day sale of 2026 has come to a close, but fret not — there are plenty of great deals still available post-sale.

The event kicked off on Thursday, March 19, and wrapped up in the wee hours of Sunday, March 22.

Afterpay Day 2026: Retailer quicklinks

Afterpay Day 2026: best 5 deals

Apple iPhone 16
Save 11% (AU$152)
Apple iPhone 16: was AU$1,399 now AU$1,247 at The Good Guys

This price on the iPhone 16 makes it a great option for those looking to snag a cheap iPhone. It offers a range of colours and the speed of Apple’s A18 platform, combined with an excellent dual camera array and the new Camera Control button. We have a guide on seven differences between the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16e, but the big difference is the base model's camera. At full price, the 16e is the easy choice, but this discount makes the base model considerably more attractive to budget buyers.

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Ninja Crispi air fryer
Save 22% (AU$65.99)
Ninja Crispi air fryer: was AU$299.99 now AU$234 at Amazon

Hot off the press, Ninja's latest air fryer packs 1700W of power into a portable design, with two borosilicate glassware containers that serve as both frying baskets and serving dishes. The borosilicate means they can also withstand extreme temperatures, making it easy to take your favourite foods from frozen to crispy. The Crispi also comes with two removable crisping grates and two snap-on container lids for easy food-storage post-feast.

Also available in Sage or Stone colourways.

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Shark Flexbreeze HydroGo Misting Portable Fan
Save 39% (AU$115.99)
Shark Flexbreeze HydroGo Misting Portable Fan: was AU$299.99 now AU$184 at Amazon

Talk about a cool deal! Shark's portable tabletop misting fan, the HydroGo, is now discounted by 39% during Amazon's Big Smile Sale. It comes in super cute pastel colourways (my favourite is Honey Dew) and weighs less than 2kg for easy transporting. Whether you're headed to the beach, camping or even a picnic, the HydroGo will be your new favourite travelling companion.

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Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum
Save 50% (AU$1,000)
Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum: was AU$1,999 now AU$999 at Amazon

A killer saving on the Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum here, with 50% off RRP. Thanks to an extending side brush, Dyson's robovac does a better job of getting closer to the edges of a room compared to many others. Couple this with Dyson's extra suction power, and you have yourself a solid robot vacuum minion.

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Dreame Gleam Hair Dryer
Save 60% (AU$101.03)
Dreame Gleam Hair Dryer: was AU$169 now AU$67.97 at Amazon

An even cheaper alternative in the hairdryer space is the Dreame Gleame. It has a speedy 110,000 RPM motor, customisable settings and built-in ion technology for a frizz-free finish every time.

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FAQs

What is Afterpay Day?

Afterpay Day is a bi-annual shopping event involving Aussie retailers that support Afterpay's 'buy now pay later' service. The event has grown in popularity over the years, with thousands of retailers across Australia now taking part in the bargain bonanza.

Although the event is named after Afterpay, many of the deals on offer during the sale period do not require you to use the service in order to save.

Afterpay Day deals are wide in scope, with thousands of brands discounted in numerous categories. These include tech, fashion, beauty homewares, travel, appliances and more.

What is Afterpay?

Afterpay is a 'buy now pay later' service similar to lay-by, only payment takes place over four fortnightly instalments. Additionally, you don't have to wait for your purchase to be fully paid off — Afterpay lets you receive your goods up front.

Afterpay payments are interest free — all you have to do is make sure the required amount is available in your account for each automatic payment, otherwise you will incur a AU$10 late fee.

When is Afterpay Day in 2026?

The first Afterpay Day in 2026 took place from Thursday, March 20 and Sunday, March 22. The second Afterpay Day sale in 2026 will take place in August.

How often is there an Afterpay Day sale?

Afterpay Day is a bi-annual event, meaning it occurs twice a year. The first Afterpay Day of 2026 took place March 19-22, 2025. The second Afterpay Day will likely be in August.

How long do Afterpay Day sales last?

Afterpay Day sales typically occur over a four-day period.

Lucy Scotting
Staff Writer, Lifestyle, Streaming and Broadband

Lucy Scotting is a staff writer for Tom’s Guide Australia, primarily covering lifestyle, streaming and internet-related news. Lucy started her career writing for HR and staffing industry publications, with articles covering emerging tech, business and finance. In her spare time, Lucy can be found watching sci-fi movies, working on her dystopian fiction novel or hanging out with her dog, Fletcher.

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