Best early Labor Day sales — I've found the best deals from Apple, Roku, YETI and more

Lululemon "We Made Too Much": top picks from $9 @ Lululemon
Lululemon has restocked its "We Made Too Much" section with new running shorts, leggings, tank tops, and more. Prices may vary depending on color selection, but they generally start from $9.

YETI sale: deals from $10 @ Amazon
If you're a fan of YETI, you know that a sale doesn't come around often enough. That's why now is the perfect opportunity to save big on drinkware and cooler deals starting at just $10. So don't wait — snag a new cooler or water bottle before these discounts disappear!

Targus sale: backpacks/accessories from $12 @ Targus
Whether you're planning a summer vacation that requires your laptop or just in search of a sturdy bag for the classroom, Targus is taking 25% off various bags, backpacks, and accessories. (The discount is applied in-cart). After discount, prices start from $12. For instance, you can get the Targus CityGear Overnight Travel Roller for just $108 (pictured, was $144).

Carhartt sale: deals from $14 @ Amazon
Yes, we're still in the thick of summer, but the Carhartt Fall Sale is now live at Amazon. If you're looking to upgrade your wardrobe, Carhartt has tons of rugged and stylish pieces you'll want to rock all season long. The sale includes items for men and women, such as shirts, shorts, socks, backpacks, and more.

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. 

Dell laptops/monitors: deals from $109 @ Dell
Finish your back to school shopping this month with the latest Dell sales on 4K monitors, laptops, desktops, headphones, and more. After discount, monitors start from $109, whereas laptops start at just $299 for a well-equipped machine.

Adidas sale: deals from $8 @ Amazon
The Adidas Store at Amazon is offering a wide variety of deals on men's/women's/children's sweat pants, hoodies, socks, and more. After discount, deals start as low as $8.

Arc'teryx: deals from $24 @ REI
Cooler, windy weather will be here soon as we approach fall. Stock up on new fall gear from Arc'teryx at REI. The retailer is taking up to 30% off select apparel with deals from $24. It includes jackets, t-shirts, hoodies, sneakers, and more.

The name of these shorts says it all! The Wander Shorts allow you to stay cool, comfortable and dry while exploring thanks to their sweat-wicking and water-repellent properties. They're also built with added stretch and tons of performance features.

The Dune Shorty is built with a majority recycled performance stretch fabric that dries rapidly. The high-waisted, cheeky swim short is cut to flatter in the water or on the sand.

These pants are designed to bring comfort and stretch to any occasion. I've been wearing them for the past month and compare them to Lululemon's Commission pants in that they provide and comfortable, stretchy fit, but at a significantly lower price.

Skechers shoes/apparel: from $29 @ Amazon
Amazon is having a massive Skechers sale. The sale includes sneakers and apparel for men, women, and children on sale from $29. As part of the sale, you can get the Skechers Hands Free Slip Ins on sale from $54 (was $110, pictured).

The Nike Calm Women's Flip Flops do what they say on the tin — give your feet an ultimate sense of calm with their soft foam cushioning. They're super easy to slip on and come in five color options.

Right now you can get a nice discount on the Nike Promina walking shoes, bringing their price under $40. They have a tall stack with foam cushioning, and a rocker design that's perfect for those who are always on the go.

For those looking for a bouncy response from their running shoe, the Dynablast 5 may be right up your alley. With FF Blast Plus cushioning in the midsole and an Ahar Lo outsole rubber, the shoes are very responsive with every step and provide cloud-like comfort from start to finish.

These Birkenstocks feature just one oversized buckle for a touch of trendy. But style isn't the only thing these sandals are known for — comfort is at the forefront of this model. Their cushioned footbed absorbs shock and mimics the shape of a healthy foot, while the medial and metatarsal arches support the instep and ball of your foot.

Cozy Earth Summer Sale: up to 35% off @ Cozy Earth
From premium PJs to lush bedding, Cozy Earth is taking up to 55% off during its Last Chance Sale. Plus, use coupon code "TOMSGUIDE" at checkout to save 35% off non-sale items. We're fans of the Cozy Earth Luxe Bath Towels on sale for $91 after coupon (pictured, was $140). They're soft, plush, and feel great against your skin. More importantly, they stand up to multiple wash/dry cycles without ripping or tearing.

College essentials: up to 40% off @ Amazon
Whether you’re heading into your freshman year or returning to campus, Amazon has everything you need to get ready for the new school year ahead. From bedding and decor to storage and tech, you can save up to 40% off college essentials at Amazon.

Nothing adds outdoor ambiance like a killer playlist and the very best solar lights. This outdoor-rated pack is built with shatterproof plastic bulbs that are currently 58% off at Amazon. Plug them in when the sun sets and enjoy 27 feet-worth and up to six full hours of a soft, white glow.

This lightweight beach chair by Coleman folds up and comes with a bag for easy carrying. Plus, it features a seat back pocket and cup holder to hold your clothes, drinks and other beach gear. A relaxed back rest with full seat support makes this beach chair the one to buy — especially for just $34.

This patio umbrella lets you find the perfect angle to protect you from the sun's rays! It's good to keep light rain off your patio, too. Plus, when it's time to put the umbrella away, you can easily close it by cranking the handle.

Wherever your adventurous plans take you, this spacious tent will be there to keep up. Made with durable, double wall construction, the tent fits up to 8 people at once and provides superior weather protection. It also features a mesh ceiling and wall panels that provide excellent air flow and reduced condensation.

Outdoor grills: 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.

The FlexBreeze HydroGo is selling out fast. This innovative and portable cooling solution brings the breeze both indoors and outdoors. Plus, with cutting-edge misting technology, it creates a spa-like cooling effect that will see temperatures dropping and life in the sunshine improving. With rechargeable batteries, it can last up to 12 hours, keeping you cool and comfy.

This soft-sided cooler is perfect for day trips, picnics or outdoor adventures, and it's not too heavy to carry around. Compact and portable, it holds up to 13 cans and features a leakproof zipper, making it a must-have for on-the-go convenience.

This is the perfect affordable bistro set for your patio. It combines comfort, style and elegance in one and super-comfortable set of chairs and a table. It's sturdy, weather-resistant and will last for many years to come.

If you want a grill that can do it all, this all in one grill and smoker is a fantastic choice from Ninja. It features a built-in thermometer and is weather-resistant. It's the perfect option if you don't have the space for a standing grill.

Aviron sale: home gym equipment from $29 @ Aviron
Aviron's Labor Day sale is live and the company is taking up to 32% off its home gym equipment with prices from $29. The sale includes accessories like weights and mats as well as rowers, treadmills, and bikes. We're fans of the rowing machines, which offer plenty of smart features to keep you motivated while you workout.

The Sunny Health & Fitness indoor bike has good resistance, takes up little space, and best of all is very affordable (especially now that it's on sale). It has a steel frame and a 49-pound weighted flywheel that gives it the look and feel of bikes used in boutique gyms. It can hold a maximum weight of 275 pounds, plus it has a bottle holder, and adjustable seat and handlebars.

The Bowflex SelectTech 2080 Barbell includes a barbell and curl bar alongside seven adjustable weights in a compact design that's extremely convenient for storage. The weight on the bar can be set from 20 to 80 pounds, which is enough for both beginners as well as more experienced lifters. If you need additional weights they can be purchased separately to take the total weight of the bar up to 120 pounds.

Who says TVs have to cost a fortune? This 70-inch Insignia TV offers impressive image quality no matter what you're watching. Thanks to its built-in Fire TV features, you can also stream all your favorite shows and movies and control them with your voice thanks to full Alexa support.

The QM6K is a quantum dot-enhanced Mini-LED TV that has a lot going for it. Its picture quality is impressive and it gets even better when you turn on picture settings like Filmmaker mode or Dolby Vision IQ HDR. In our TCL QM6K Mini-LED TV review we said its feature set, picture quality, and price point are the perfect combination for anyone looking for an affordable TV.

The B5 is LG's most affordable OLED of 2025, but don't let that fool you into thinking that it's not a terrific TV for folks looking to save money on an OLED. In addition to supporting 4K gaming at 120Hz, the B5 also supports Dolby Vision HDR and costs significantly less than its higher-end counterparts.
55" for $1,299
65" for $1,699
77" for $1,799
83" for $3,999

The Ultimate Ears Miniroll is the ultimate musical companion. It’s a super small Bluetooth speaker, so it’ll fit into a backpack without a problem. It’s sturdy too, which will let it survive even the most traumatic of outdoor mishaps. The small but mighty device is a great deal at its original price — but right now, you can get it for just $49.

The Sony WH-1000XM4 might not be the newest headphones on the block, but they've got it where it counts. They earned a 4.5 star rating when we tested them in our Sony WH-1000XM4 review, thanks to the game-changing active noise canceling and very good sound quality. Their case is better than both the newer options in the family, and they're potentially more comfortable as well.
Price check: $198 @ Amazon

The 2025 iPad features a larger 11-inch (2360 x 1640) screen, A16 CPU, 12MP rear/front cameras, USB-C connectivity, and Magic Keyboard Folio ($249) support. The base model features 128GB of storage, which is double the capacity of its predecessor. It's available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB capacities.

The Apple Watch 10 has a larger display than its predecessors, as well as a performance bump to include sleep apnea notifications, faster charging, and temperature sensing. The design is extra sleek, too. In our Apple Watch 10 review we said the optimized watchOS 11 experience and faster charging are worthwhile and make this the Apple Watch to get for most people.

No more running away from Apple’s base model Mac mini. The M4 Mac mini packs that awesome M4 chip along with a doubling of RAM to 16GB and a 256GB SSD. Port array continues to be impressive with Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, Ethernet and more. In our Apple Mac mini M4 review we said the Editor's Choice machine is as close to perfect as it gets. Note: It sold for $499 over the holidays, but has rarely been on sale this month.

The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M4 chipset. The new Mac upgrades the camera from 1080p to 12MP with Center Stage support. The M4 chipset also supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera, and lower starting price.

There are no deals on the Switch 2, but Best Buy has Nintendo's latest console in stock and ready to ship. You can also pre-order the new Switch 2 Pokemon Legends: Z-A Bundle for $499. (It releases on October 16). In our Nintendo Switch 2 review, we called it the hybrid console of our dreams.

It's not on sale, but Donkey Kong Bananza is one of the Switch 2's must-have games. This game allows DK to smash his way through (and down into) the surrounding terrain. He can punch his way through mountains or head underground in search of collectibles. In our Donkey Kong Bananza review we said the Editor's Choice game is the 3D Donkey Kong game fans of the character have always wanted and it lives up to the hype.

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.