Things That Are Worth Buying on Black Friday

Chaotic sales floors, cranky customers, long lines, too-early mornings, and cold temperatures defined Black Fridays for years. The bargains had to be good for shoppers to be willing to brave the madness. These days, most deals are available online and stores are spreading Black Friday sales throughout the entire month. But which products are actually at their cheapest this time of year? Here are the categories where stores are slashing prices.

Prices and availability are subject to change. Sale prices may not yet be active.

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Yes, it's pretty much a given that TVs will go on deep discount for Black Friday. Keep an eye out for major brands like LG in various sizes.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• LG 65" LED 4K Smart TV | $398 from Walmart

• TCL 55" 4K HDR Roku TV | $188 from Walmart

• TCL 40" Class 3-Series Full-HD LED Roku TV | $200 from Target

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Amazon will put plenty of its own fashion and lifestyle brands on sale, as well as Amazon devices including smart speakers and displays, streaming media players, e-readers, and tablets. Although it generally offers the lowest prices on the latest models, other stores also offer deep discounts, especially on older-generation Amazon devices.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) | $18 from Target

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote (2nd Gen) | $25 from Target
  

• Amazon Fire 7 Kids Edition 16GB Tablet | $55 from Kohl's
  

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Based on sales trends, past Black Fridays, and the ads that have appeared so far, Apple products are always a category to watch. Expect to see deals on iPads, older model iPhones, Apple Watches, and MacBooks, some packaged with gift cards.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Apple AirPods Pro With MagSafe Charging Case (1st Gen) | $159 from Walmart

• Apple iPhone 14 | Save up to $1,100 from Walmart

• Apple Watch SE | Starting at $237 with RedCard from Target

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Shoppers can expect not just MacBooks but various laptops, such as Chromebooks and Windows laptops, to be deeply discounted.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Asus 15.6" Laptop with Windows 11 | $180 from Target

• HP 11.6" Chromebook | $79 from Walmart

• Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16" Gaming Laptop | $1,100 from Costco

Related: Costco's Best Black Friday Deals

Multicookers, air fryers, and other small kitchen appliances are common doorbusters for retailers ranging from Target to Kohl's to Macy's and beyond.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Gourmia 6 Qt. Digital Air Fryer | $38 from Walmart
  

• Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System | $150 from Kohl's
• Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker | $50 from Target
  
• Emeril Lagasse French Door Air Fryer 360 | $136 from Kohl's

Big-ticket appliances are usually a Black Friday sure thing, and this year should be no different at stores like Best Buy as well as home improvement retailers Home Depot and Lowe's.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Samsung 3-Door French Door Refrigerator | $1498 from Home Depot
• LG High Efficiency Stackable Front-Load Washer | $700 from Best Buy
• Select LG washer/dryer combos | $450-$550 off from Costco
  

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Another predictably satisfying category for savings during Black Friday sales is vacuums from brands such as Bissell, Hoover, Shark, iRobot, and Dyson. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• iHome AutoVac Juno Robot Vacuum | $85 from Walmart
• Hoover MAXLife PowerDrive Elite | $59 from Walmart
• Dyson V8 Origin Vacuum | $280 from Target

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Look for price drops on kids' seasonal items such as jackets, boots, and winter pajamas from most retailers.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Levi's kids' clothing in select styles | 50% off from JCPenney
  
• Select kids' jackets | 60% off from Macy's
• Sleepwear for kids | Up to 60% off from Kohl's

It's not just the kids who get to update their wardrobes during Black Friday sales. While you may see lower prices at the end of the season, now is the time to buy at a discount before your favorite color and size sell out. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Men's flannel shirts | $12 from JCPenney
  

• Ladies' crewneck with pocket | $11 from Costco
• Women's apparel | Up to 50% off from JCPenney

Athletic shoe and boot prices are often slashed for women, men, and kids during Black Friday sales.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Ugg boots for women | 25% off from Macy's
• Select women's boots | $20 from JCPenney

For toys in general, the best deals traditionally have been found closer to Christmas. But now that Black Friday goes all month long, there are already Lego discounts out there.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Lego building sets | 30% off from Kohl's
• Free $10 gift card when you spend $50 or more on Lego sets | Target

In addition to stores like GameStop, look to the larger retailers such as Target and Walmart to join the dueling between Xbox and PlayStation titles for low-price sales.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Nintendo Switch Sports | $35 from Walmart

• Buy 2, get 1 free video games | Target

From smart speakers to security products, expect to find Black Friday sales on plenty of smart home technology. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Google Nest Mini (2nd Gen) | $20 from Target
  

• Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen, 2021 release) | $35 from Kohl's

Black Friday is famous for travel deals, but this year you're likely to see the best deals on cruises and hotels instead of airfare. For example, Celebrity Cruises is offering 75% off the second guest, up to $800 off each room, and up to $800 of onboard credit. Be sure to check out large travel booking sites such as Travelocity and Hotels.com on Black Friday. Hotel rates have historically dropped by up to 80%, with rates falling to $99 or less.

This is another category that's been a safe bet for Black Friday discounts. Keep an eye out for doorbuster prices on gaming headsets, controllers, and gaming chairs.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Razer Kaira Pro Gaming Headset | $90 from Target
  

• Logitech  G305 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse | $38 from Walmart

If you're shopping for gifts for the paparazzo in your life, Black Fridays have been known to deliver good news on camera prices. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• FujiFilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera Holiday Bundle | $70 from Kohl's

Whether you've been coveting a new, higher-quality product in this category or some great stocking stuffers, keep your eyes peeled for deals.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Art + Sound True Wireless Earbuds | $6 from Belk
• Skullcandy Dime XT 2 True Wireless Earbuds | $19 from Walmart

Just like in past years, streaming media players will be a predictable Black Friday deal. Keep your eyes peeled for deals on Google, Amazon, and Roku devices — they've been known to drop to half price.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Amazon Fire TV Stick with 4K Ultra HD | $25 from Target
• Roku Streaming Stick | $20 from Walmart
  
• Chromecast with Google TV | $18 from Walmart

Looking to get in shape in the new year? Fitbits and older model Apple Watches are good bets for bargains.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Fitbit Charge 5 | $100 from Kohl's
• Fitbit smartwatches and trackers | $49-$99 from Macy's
• Apple Watch SE (1st Gen) | $199 from Walmart
  

Black Friday is a good time to upgrade outdated pots and pans, with plenty of brands and a range of materials and sets to choose from. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Farberware Easy Clean Nonstick Cookware | $35 from Walmart

• Ninja Foodi Neverstick Premium Anti-Scratch Nest System | $300 from Kohl's

Those looking to introduce a higher-quality sound into their lives are in luck this Black Friday. A number of speaker and soundbar deals are already live.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• JBL Flip 4 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker | $59 from Walmart
• Samsung 170W 2.1-Channel Soundbar | $99 from Walmart

Beauty products are often pricey, but expect to save as retailers clear space for more holiday sets and seasonal product launches. Look for particularly great savings on high-end cosmetics.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Sephora beauty gifts | Up to 50% off from Kohl's

• Mac Mini Lipstick | $10 from Macy's

Expect kitchen-related savings to go beyond appliances and cookware to products such as food storage container sets. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Mainstays 5-Pack Tritan Food Storage Container | $11 from Walmart
• Pyrex 22-Piece Glass Food Storage Set | $25 from Kohl's

Expect discounts on price tags attached to wellness products for massages, tooth care, and more around Black Friday. 

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• Iconic Percussion Muscle Massager | $30 from JCPenney

• Oral-B Pro 1000 Electric Toothbrush (twin pack) | $66 from Walmart
• Sharper Image Powerboost Deep Tissue Massager 2.0 | $100 from Belk

Home improvement stores sell a variety of tools at discounted prices this time of year. Hedge your bets here, though, because tools can be even more deeply discounted come December.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022 from Home Depot:

• Husky Mechanics Tool Set | $99
• Makita 2-Piece Combo Kit (Driver-Drill/Impact Driver) | $169
• Ryobi One+ Cordless Battery Leaf Blower/Sweeper | $88

Although there's a case to be made for waiting until after Black Friday for better deals on comforters, pillows, and more, inventory may be low by the time the bedding you want goes on clearance.

Confirmed for Black Friday 2022:

• The Big One Plush Down-Alternative Reversible Comforter | $30 from Kohl's
• North Pole Trading Co. Faux Mink to Sherpa Comforter | $50 from JCPenney
• Martha Stewart Essentials Down Alternative Solid Comforter | $20 from Macy's

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