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Amazon may have stolen the spotlight this week with its Prime Day sale, but it would be a big mistake to ignore other key players who are stepping up to the plate with their own set of savings.
Case in point: Major retailers such as Best Buy, Walmart, Home Depot and more have launched competing sales events with deals that might just give Amazon a run for its money. We're seeing generous discounts across nearly every category — and they're way too good not to share.
First up on the list is Best Buy! The tech retailer is currently hosting a Black Friday in July sales with huge savings on everything from Apple AirPods to Samsung TVs. If you're interested in upgrading your audio, I recommend checking out Bose's summer flash sale with up to 40% off speakers, headphones and more.
Hoping to stock up on back to school essentials? Target's latest sale has everything you need starting at just $1. And if you're planning any outdoor excursions this summer, REI can be your one-stop shop when it comes to apparel and gear thanks to the REI Anti-Prime Day sale.
The deals certainly don't end there! Below, I've rounded up all my favorite sales happening right now that are just as good (if not better) than Amazon Prime Day.
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- Back to school savings: deals from $1 @ Target
- Hoka sale: deals from $11 @ Hoka
- Best Buy Black Friday in July sale: deals from $14 @ Best Buy
- Lululemon Summer Scores: finds from $14 @ Lululemon
- REI Anti-Prime Day sale: deals from $15 @ REI
- Switch games: deals from $19 @ Best Buy
- Timberland sale: up to 40% off @ Timberland
- Walmart Plus: was $98/year now $49/year @ Walmart
- Bose summer flash sale: up to 40% off @ Bose
- Walmart Patio and garden event: up to 50% off @ Walmart
- Outdoor grill sale: deals from $99 @ Home Depot

I'm Olivia Halevy, a deals writer for Tom's Guide. Whether you're shopping for new headphones or a new Kindle, on this live blog I'm handpicking the best deals on hot ticket items that the Tom's Guide staff has reviewed and recommends. I'll help you find the deals worth your time and money by highlighting my top picks from all retailers.
My Favorite Sales
Back to school savings: deals from $1 @ Target
Why wait until August if you can snag unbeatable back to school deals now? Whether your kids are in elementary school or they're heading off to college, Target has everything they need for a successful school year ahead.
Hoka sale: deals from $11 @ Hoka
Ready for outdoor runs this summer? If you need to revamp your wardrobe or retire an old pair of sneakers, Hoka is having a massive sitewide sale on some of the best running shoes we've tested, as well as comfortable apparel for all conditions. The sale includes deals on running shoes, long sleeve tops, tees and tanks starting at $11.
Lululemon Summer Scores: finds from $14 @ Lululemon
Good news! Lululemon's is hosting a Summer Scores shopping event. From apparel to accessories, the popular activewear retailer has tons of hidden gems starting at just $14. Whether you're looking for warm weather activewear for the summer or comfortable lounge apparel, I recommend shopping these stylish and functional items now.
REI Anti-Prime Day sale: deals from $15 @ REI
If you're planning any outdoor excursions this summer, REI can be your one-stop shop when it comes to apparel and accessories. Especially right now since the retailer is hosting an epic sale with up to 50% off. The sale includes deals from some of our favorite brands like The North Face, Patagonia, Arc'teryx and more.
Best Buy Black Friday in July sale: deals from $14 @ Best Buy
Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale ends this Sunday. So if you're in the market for a new TV, laptop or pair of headphones, you're in luck as a bunch of the best tech products are seeing epic price cuts this weekend. We're seeing deals from brands like Apple, Roku, Samsung and more starting at just $14.
Switch games: deals from $19 @ Best Buy
From Luigi's Mansion 3 to EA FC24, Best Buy is taking from $10 to $20 off a small selection of games. (Most games are $20 off). The sale also includes Zelda, Assassin's Creed and more.
Timberland sale: up to 40% off @ Timberland
If you're interested in adding a pair of high-quality workwear boots or trail-ready kicks to your spring shoe game, look no further than Timberland. The footwear brand is currently hosting a summer sale with deals on hiking boots, sneakers and more that will help you hit the trails comfortably.
Walmart Patio and garden event: up to 50% off @ Walmart
From upgrading your outdoor furniture to warming up those cool spring evenings with a fire pit, Walmart can be your one-stop shop for all things outdoor living. In fact, Walmart is hosting a huge spring sale as we speak! The retailer is knocking up to 50% off a wide variety of outdoor items, including string lights, pizza ovens, rocking chairs and more.
Bose summer flash sale: up to 40% off @ Bose
Bose is an audio brand that makes some of the best headphones and best Bluetooth speakers on the market. And right now, you can save up to $250 during their epic summer flash sale. If you're shopping for a speaker, I recommend the Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker for $99.
Outdoor grill sale: deals from $99 @ Home Depot
Backyard barbecue season is back. The Home Depot is discounting various charcoal, gas, propane, and pellet grills with prices from $99. The sale includes major brands like Weber, Kingsford, Blackstone, Nexgrill, and more.
Vacuum & floor care items: up to 30% off @ Target
If you're late to the spring cleaning party, Target can help you catch up this summer. Get started on dust-busting with their current vacuum and floor care deals. Brands like Bissel, Black + Decker, Dyson and Shark have deep-cleaning products discounted at up to 30% off.
Walmart Plus: was $98/year now $49/year @ Walmart
For returning/expired Walmart Plus members only, Walmart is taking 50% off its annual Walmart Plus membership. The discount comes right in time for this anti-Prime Day sale!
Laptop sale: up to $400 off @ Best Buy
Right now Best Buy is taking up to $400 off select Windows laptops. The sale includes laptops from HP, Samsung, Lenovo and more.
Shark and Ninja appliances: up to 40% off @ Walmart
Walmart is offering up to 40% off select Shark and Ninja appliances. The sale includes air fryers, robot vacs, blow dryers, blenders and more.
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Get your tires filled in record time with this Ryobi inflator. It fills up to 160 PSI and shuts off automatically when it's done, which is perfect for multitaskers. You'll need to get a battery and charger separately, but this is a good buy if you're already in Ryobi's ecosystem.
Grow your favorite herbs, flowers, succulents, or veggies in this raised garden bed that will help you embrace your green thumb. It features an innovative drainage system that prevents waterlogging and root rot. Plus, the garden bed is made of cedar for extra durability.
Perfect for your next pizza party, this efficient oven features adjustable heat control to reach temps up to 900°F in just 20 minutes. The portable pizza oven runs on propane but you can fill up the integrated smoker box with your favorite pellets or wood chips to give your pizza that authentic wood-fired flavor.
This outdoor umbrella will block the sun during the day with its UV-protected acrylic canopy fabric and light up the night with its solar-powered LED lights. The umbrella is made of durable aluminum and steel frame construction. Now $100 off, it comes in two additional colors.
This 7-piece dining set from Hampton Bay comes with a rectangular table and six comfortable sling chairs. The frames are rust resistant, durable and easy to clean, too.
Walmart
The AirPods Pro 2 pack Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noice cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. This newer model includes a USB-C charging case.
This small outdoor conversation set is available for $190 off the regular price. Made of woven rattan, high-quality steel frames, and tempered glass table top, this adorable set will be the perfect spot to relax or enjoy a cocktail outdoors this spring. It also comes with seat cushions featuring an ergonomic design for extra comfort.
The Ninja Creami has been making waves (scoops?) in the home cook world. We gave it 4 stars in our Ninja Creami review. We loved how easy it was to make delicious homemade ice cream. There's a huge range of recipe styles available, such as milkshake, froyo, and even gelato! And as if it couldn't get any better — the Creami is also easy to clean.
The Xbox Series S is limited to 1440p output, but still delivers fast loading, ray tracing, and high frame rates. It sports a GPU with up to 4 teraflops of output, 10GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for storage. (There's no disc drive).
Price check: $329 @ Amazon
It's no longer Apple's flagship, but the MacBook Air M1 offers good performance and value. The M1 CPU never stuttered in our tests and also helped it reach over 14 hours of battery life. It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, Apple M1 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M1 review, we said it offers amazing endurance and very good speed.
One of the best Roku TVs on shelves has to be the Pro Series Mini-LED. This TV is a fantastic choice for those wanting excellent performance and simplicity. It delivers vibrant visuals, enhanced brightness and Roku's intuitive platform. Offering a premium experience at a lower cost, it’s definitely a deal worth grabbing.
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Apple's precise item trackers leverage the Find My network using ultra-wideband technology for incredibly accurate location tracking. Each coin-sized tracker offers a replaceable battery lasting over a year, water resistance, and seamless integration with iPhones. The precision finding feature guides you directly to lost items.
Yes — you can save a massive $160 right now. That's almost half price, and puts the QuietComfort headphones firmly in the "mid-range" price category. These headphones are certainly not "mid-range" in performance. Our reviewer Alex gave them 4 stars in his review, praising the sound quality, unbeatable ANC, and battery life. Note: this discount is not in the black colorway.
The Shark FlexBreeze Pro Mist has a refillable misting tank onboard to make you instantly cool. It can act as both corded or cordless, with a up to 24 hour running time (depending on what speed setting you use). Its portable design means you can take advantage of the mist spray both indoor or out.
The Meta Quest 3S is already the best VR headset for the money, but with $70 off the price and Batman: Arkham Shadows included, it now offers plenty of value. Expect the same performance as the pricier Quest 3, but with a smaller field of view and lower resolution. Other than that, expect to play an excellent VR game right off the bat, and even more thanks to its 3-month Quest+ subscription.
The new iPad mini is already getting a discount, and any price cut to this small tablet is welcome. We're big fans of its incredibly portable design and long battery life (it lasted 10 hours in our battery life tests.) It comes with speedy performance thanks to Apple's A17 Pro chip, and has a gorgeous 8.3-inch (2,266 x 1,488) Liquid Retina display. You also get 12MP cameras on the front and back and Wi-Fi 6e support. In our iPad mini 7 review, we said it delivers the full iPad experience in a tiny size.
The LG C4 OLED is powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV review, we said the content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the C4 series. Just note the newer LG C5 OLED is now available.
Lowe's
If you're hosting a cookout, don't forget to stock up on charcoal. These bricks are made of 100% natural materials and ash up in around 15 minutes, meaning you'll be ready to grill in no time.
This Igloo cooler is perfect for cookouts, tailgates, road trips and more. It has wheels and a handle for easy transportation, as well as two cupholders on the top to store your drinks.
These Harbor Breeze string lights are perfect to light up your outdoor space. You get 18 shatter proof bulbs, and the set is weather proof too.
This pop-up tent is great when you need shelter, whether you're camping, barbecuing or holding some other outdoor gathering. It's weatherproof against sun, wind and rain, and takes two people just minutes to set up.
Target
Right now, you can score the Crocs Baya Clogs on sale for a discount! Compared to Crocs' classic style, these have a lower back and a ribbed design across the top. There's also a Crocs logo cutout across the side. These are made of super soft and lightweight Croslite foam, making them some of the comfiest shoes around.
Illuminate your outdoor space at night with this set of string lights that has 10 LED lights in birdcage-style shades. You'll want to spend all night under the stars with these lights that will make a stylish statement hanging in your backyard or over your patio.
It’s hard to find a set of patio furniture for under $1,000 these days, but you can get all four of these power-coated pieces for under $300 — that's a steal. Reviewers write its "great quality for the price" and it comes together quickly. Others also note it's packaged well, and in most cases, will arrive as early as next week if you order today.
Right now, you can score an epic 42% discount on this Blackstone propane gas griddle. This 28-inch grill heats up efficiently, and with enough space for up to 33 eggs or 15 pancakes, you'll be able to cook up a feast.
This HP laptop can flip over to a tablet-like format, and comes with plenty of ports and a 14-inch 1080p touchscreen display. There's a Core i5 Ultra CPU, 512GB SSD and 16GB of RAM, too.
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I'm not normally a big 'dragon' person but gosh darn are these dragon-themed Merrell running shoes awesome looking. Not only that, the Merrell Moab Speed 2 X House of the Dragon is a mind-melting 60% off with loads of sizes to choose from. By the way, in our testing, these puppies proved comfy, responsive and durable. Though, we tested a standard pair, not the dragon edition.
- Merrell Moab Speed 2 X House of the Dragon: was $170 now $69 @ Merrell
My favorite Patagonia jacket... for less
My all-time favorite lightweight, puffy jacket is on rare discount during Amazon Prime Day, courtesy of REI. This rain and wind-resistant synthetic puffer works beautifully as an outer layer or an insulating layer, depending on the conditions. Best of all, the Patagonia Nano Puff is 29% off right now in a generous selection of colors and sizes.
- Patagonia Nano Puff Insulated Jacket: was $239 now $167 @ REI
Get the Xbox Series S at a discount
The Xbox Series S has always been more affordable than its more powerful sibling, the flagship Xbox Series X. And thanks to this sale, this entry-level console is now even better value.
In our Xbox Series S review, we noted that the compact console “has a lot to offer” and praised it for its “gorgeous graphics and enormous game selection.” We also appreciated its more affordable price tag compared to the Xbox Series X — which now retails for a hefty $599 — and its affordability has only increased thanks to this deal.
The Xbox Series S is limited to 1440p output, but still delivers fast loading, ray tracing, and high frame rates. It sports a GPU with up to 4 teraflops of output, 10GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for storage. (There's no disc drive).
Price check: $329 @ Amazon
AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) on sale for $100 off!
Apple has delivered a substantial upgrade with the AirPods Pro 2. They amp up many of the features we loved about the original, and while they’re not perfect, they offer some of the best noise cancellation and spatial audio of any pair of earbuds available. If you want to upgrade to the latest model featuring USB-C, this is your chance.
The AirPods Pro 2 pack Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noice cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. This newer model includes a USB-C charging case.
The MacBook Air M1 is still a great laptop!
While it has been overshadowed by its most recent iterations, the M1-powered MacBook Air is still a stellar laptop for most people. Best Buy already sells this notebook at a reduced price, but now that it's trying to take some of Amazon's thunder, the retailer has lowered the MacBook Air's cost even further. If you're on a budget and don't need the latest and greatest, this MacBook Air M1 deal is a no-brainer.
It's no longer Apple's flagship, but the MacBook Air M1 offers good performance and value. The M1 CPU never stuttered in our tests and also helped it reach over 14 hours of battery life. It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, Apple M1 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M1 review, we said it offers amazing endurance and very good speed.
The might LG C4 is $900 off at Best Buy!
The LG C4 OLED TV is a real winner in most categories thanks to stunning picture quality, game performance and features. While it's not as perfect as the LG C5, it's still an overall fantastic TV for binging streaming shows or playing your favorite video games.
The LG C4 OLED is powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV review, we said the content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the C4 series. Just note the newer LG C5 OLED is now available.
Lenovo Legion Go for $200 off!
Right now, the Lenovo Legion Go is available for $549 at Best Buy. That’s $200 off this configuration of the Nintendo Switch-inspired Windows 11 handheld. And though it looks like a beefed-up Switch, Lenovo’s device is comparable to the Steam Deck OLED in terms of power. This is a handheld you need to check out, especially at this reduced price!
The Lenovo Legion Go is on the higher end of PC gaming handheld tech, which makes its lower price even more stunning. On top, you’ve got that gorgeous 8.8-inch display with 144Hz refresh rate, and those detachable controllers (plus built-in kickstand) for quick multiplayer action. Whereas inside, you’ll find that powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD.
Grab these RTX 50-series gaming laptops!
Amazon isn't the only vendor selling RTX 50-series laptops at a discount! From an RTX 5060 to an RTX 5090, now's the time to upgrade your gaming setup without breaking the bank. Here are a few excellent gaming laptop deals we've found.
This HP Omen Transcend 14 is now down to $1,245 thanks to a HP flash sale and a LEVELUP20 promo code, sporting an RTX 5050 for entry-level gaming performance. However, you're also getting an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H CPU, 16GB of RAm and a 1TB SSD for good measure.
Looking for a major boost in entry-level gaming performance? That's where the RTX 5060 steps in, and this Asus TUF Gaming F16 rocks the very same GPU with a $380 price cut. It also boasts an Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. What's more, you'll get a 16-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate.
Talk about a discount! We're mightily impressed with the HP Omen Max 16, and with its Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU, RTX 5080 power, gorgeous 16-inch 2K (1920 x 1200) display with a 165Hz refresh rate and sleek (yet hefty) design, you will be, too. Now that it's $1,110 off, you're getting a crazy amount of power for less. Make sure to choose the "casual gamer" option and put in the promo code LEVELUP20!
Another Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, but this time with the might of an RTX 5090! It's a top-of-the-line gaming laptop thanks to its high-end GPU, but you can also expect incredible horsepower from its Intel Core Ultra 9 -275HX CPU, 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage. Pricey? Yes, but more affordable with its $400 price cut.
Another Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, but this time with the might of an RTX 5090! It's a top-of-the-line gaming laptop thanks to its high-end GPU, but you can also expect incredible horsepower from its Intel Core Ultra 9 -275HX CPU, 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage. Pricey? Yes, but more affordable with its $400 price cut.
Prime Day isn't the only one with deals! Although we've been a bit preoccupied with Amazon this past week, it's time to shed some light on the other retailers who are hosting huge sales that last all weekend (unlike Amazon). I'll be on the lookout for my favorite deals from retailers like Walmart, Target, Home Depot and more. Be sure to check back on this page for all the latest and greatest sales.