The first several hours of Black Friday are behind us. And while our writers and editors are still hard at work looking for the best deals, we’ve already gotten a clear sense of what readers are most interested in. Among the many Wirecutter-approved things that we think are worthy buys this Black Friday, a select few have risen to the top. These are the 20 most popular deals so far.
This Black Friday, great deals on Dyson products are harder than usual to come by, due to widespread, ongoing issues with the global supply chain. If you’ve been waiting all year for a solid discount on one of Dyson’s excellent (and pricey) cordless vacuums, you may need to be patient. So far, we’ve found just one good deal on a refurbished Dyson V11 Animal cordless stick vacuum (one of the cordless vacuums we recommend), and sadly it’s now sold out.
Still, we’re seeing some small sales on Dyson stick vacuums, though they’re more expensive than last year. If you have your heart set on one, you can net additional savings by taking advantage of Target’s extra 5% discount for RedCard holders, or any other credit card promos you might have available. Also keep an eye out for refurbished models, which can be a great way to get a discount on good-as-new products. Make sure any refurbs you buy are directly from the manufacturer and backed by a decent warranty and return policy. We’ll also post any deals we find on reliable refurbs to our Deals page.
If you’re not totally set on Dyson and just want a good vacuum, check out all the other great deals we’ve found on vacuums ranging from Roombas to handhelds.
And if you’re looking for other Dyson products, check out this deal on the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, our upgrade pick for the best hair dryer. All you have to do is sign up for a free My Best Buy account to get $80 off this truly luxurious dryer.
If you have a new Lego set at the top of your shopping list this Black Friday, we’ve got good news: We’ve found some very intriguing Lego deals.
Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box
Deal price: $24; street price: $28
Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.
If you need a variety of brick shapes and colors to help you complete your next Lego creation, stocking up on the Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box for just $24 isn’t a bad idea. The set includes 484 pieces that’ll help you take your next Lego creation to new levels.
Lego City Advent Calendar Building Kit
Deal price: $24; street price: $30
Read our review of our favorite Advent calendars.
The Lego City Advent Calendar Building Kit combines the anticipation of opening an Advent calendar with a memorable opportunity for quality time. With easy-to-follow instructions that make assembly a breeze, this set, each day of the month, delivers a piece, and all of them slowly come together into a holiday scene and play set. With the price back down to $24, this is a great opportunity to snag a gift that will serve as a festive activity for you and your little one to enjoy together.
Both of these sets are great for kids over the age of 3 or adult Lego lovers, and they’re an excellent way to spend quality time with your loved ones this holiday season.
If you’re looking for other specific sets, we’re seeing many Black Friday sales on Lego sets from retailers such as Amazon, Target, Walmart, and Lego.com.
It’s always good to give back, no matter the time of year—but it feels especially important during the holiday season. Giving can take many forms, from donating cash to volunteering your time to passing along new or gently used items to organizations that need them. Here at Wirecutter, we test a lot of products, and we donate many of the items after we test them. Our staffers also donate personally to many nonprofits that they love. This Giving Tuesday, we’re sharing with you some of our favorite charities that are doing truly amazing work.
A great robe can help you stay warm, cover up, or make your morning routine a bit more pleasant. It’s a little something to splurge on, a small luxury. After spending 100 hours researching robes and wearing 39 of them in half a dozen different materials, we’ve picked nine that we love for their softness, style, comfort, and practicality. We think most people will be able to find a great match here.
Black Friday is finally here and Best Buy should be one of your first stops for great tech savings. Known for its exciting Cyber Week deals, the retailer is offering a fresh round of exciting markdowns this year. There are savings on laptops, Apple Watches, cameras and more. And we’ve pulled together just a few of the standout deals we’ve found so far.
A nonstick pan is the best tool for cooking fluffy omelets, whisper-thin crepes, and delicate fish fillets—without the risk of your food sticking to the bottom. After cooking many dozens of eggs, pounds of fish, and countless crepes, we think the Tramontina 10-Inch Professional Restaurant Fry Pan is the best value for the money; in some cases, it outperforms pans that are more than twice the price. We’ve been cooking in ours since 2016, and although it’s not brand-new slick anymore, it still releases fried eggs and omelets without resistance. Apart from its durable coating, the Tramontina pan offers good heat distribution and excellent maneuverability.
