46 Products on Deep Discount in November
This month is the best time to save on almost everything
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November is traditionally one of the best months to find discounts on just about everything. And this year is no exception.
Black Friday sales have started earlier over the past few years. This year, holiday sales began in early October with events at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and others. Since then, there have been more discounts and deals than usual, and this trend will continue throughout the month. Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday (Dec. 2 this year) are still expected to have the best deals of the year, but shoppers no longer need to wait to get big savings.
Consumer Reports tracks prices of everything we test to let you know when they drop. In addition to popular gifts such as televisions, headphones, air fryers, and cookware, you’ll also see sales on large appliances and mattresses, especially around Veterans Day, on Nov. 11. Historically, 46 kinds of products we test reach their lowest prices this month. We’ve highlighted 10 of the most popular items on deep discount in November.
TVs
The holidays are a great time to find a deep discount on a new TV. Usually, you’ll find that the biggest sales happen on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But in the past few years, we’ve seen big discounts starting earlier in the month.
With countless options available, it pays to do some research before heading to a store or shopping online. There are plenty of highly rated makes and models in our ratings from brands such as LG, Samsung, Sony, and TCL.
Our TV buying guide will help you get the biggest bang for your buck no matter how much you want to spend. Consult our TV ratings to learn more about the different features and find a model that suits you.
This 65-inch OLED TV from Sony, also known as the Bravia 8, is a high-performing 4K set. Like others from the manufacturer, it uses the Google TV smart system, with built-in Google Assistant and Chromecast. Unlike the A95L-series sets, which have been carried over for 2024, it uses a standard WOLED panel rather than a QD-OLED panel, if that matters. Amazon has deals on other screen sizes in this series, too.
Anyone looking for a top-performing 65-inch OLED TV should consider this model, situated just below the G4 flagship series in LG’s 2024 lineup. It’s back to the same low price we saw during Prime Big Deal Days, which is also the lowest price yet, making it a great option. The set delivers great picture quality, high dynamic range performance, and sound, and supports up to 144Hz gaming. Although not inexpensive, it’s a great deal at this price.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday TV Deals
Vacuums
Vacuums, including robotic vacuum cleaners, are among the more popular gift options around the holidays, and you’ll find lots of discounts on top models. This is an ideal time to finally replace your old one with an upgrade or surprise someone with a fancy new model.
There are so many kinds of vacuums to choose from that it can be tough to decide on the best option for your home. To make the choice easier, review our vacuum cleaner buying guide and our ratings to select the right brand and model for your budget.
The Shark Rocket HV301 comes with a 30-foot cord and can be converted into a hand vacuum, adding to its convenience. We found it to be excellent at sucking up debris from bare floors and picking up pet hair. It also does a decent job of cleaning carpets. You’ll be getting this at the lowest price we’ve seen in months.
The Kenmore 400 Series 81414 vacuum cleaner earns top marks for cleaning bare floors and removing pet hair, and it’s almost as good at cleaning carpet. But it gets only an average score for emissions, so if you have allergies, consider a vacuum that scores higher on this test. Suction through the hose is impressive, making this a good choice if you often use attachments. This Kenmore is a bit noisy. In our member survey, Kenmore canisters earn solid ratings for predicted reliability and owner satisfaction.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday Vacuum Deals
Laptops, Chromebooks, and Computers
Laptops, Chromebooks, and computers make great gifts for the holidays, so this could be a great time to get a new device without paying full price. There’s a lot to consider when buying a new laptop or desktop, from the processor power to the amount of onboard memory to screen size and more. If you’re in the market for a desktop, you can choose between all-in-ones or those that require you to purchase a monitor and keyboard separately. When it comes to laptops and Chromebooks, the size and weight may make all the difference, or battery life might be paramount. It all depends on what you need from your device.
Start your search with CR’s buying guide and recommended models to find a few options that fit your needs and budget.
Thin, light, and powerful, the 2022 MacBook Air is at the lowest price we’ve seen, thanks to the coupon. It remains a great device, providing a compelling combination of performance and battery life. It’s powered by Apple’s own M2 processor, which performs with admirable speed and efficiency. The newer MacBook Air, listed below, has the more powerful M3 chip under the hood, but if you’re doing everyday tasks (streaming movies, browsing social media, doing regular online things), you’re unlikely to notice a difference.
This Dell Inspiron desktop computer was recently selling for $630, so the price may dip back down again for Black Friday. It offers midtier specs for less than what you’d pay for a comparable laptop. It delivers solid performance, ergonomics, and versatility, too. It’s not a high-end gaming PC, but if you’re looking for a reliable desktop at a good price, it’s hard to go wrong here.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday Tech Deals
Air Fryers
Air fryers are often great gifts for those who love to cook, so you’ll find plenty of discounts on these countertop appliances. But with so many models and sizes out there, it’s especially important to check out your options before you buy.
Among the models CR has tested, there was no discernible difference in the food the testers made. But some air fryers had easier controls, were easier to clean, or were quieter than others, so it’s worth taking a closer look at what each model has to offer beyond the price.
Learn more about the various features and other factors to consider in CR’s buying guide, then take a look at the recommended models to find the best one for you (or whomever you want to give it to).
The NuWave Brio is an air fryer with especially easy-to-use controls that make it easy to adjust temperature and time during the cooking process. In our tests, we also found it to be pretty quiet when operating. Its measured capacity is 2.9 quarts, so it’s not the right air fryer if you like cooking for a crowd. But it’s perfect for small batches of fries or vegetables, or for cooking dinner for one or two people. It comes with an impressive 100 programmed cook settings for specific foods and 50 memory slots where you can save your preferences for temperatures and cooking times. It’s dishwasher-safe and comes with a one-year warranty.
College students, solo dwellers, and anybody who’s a tad tight on counter space—the Cosori Lite CAF-LI211 is for you. This measured 1.7-quart air fryer is packed with appealing features such as a dishwasher-safe basket, programmed settings, and a digital display. But with a footprint of just 9x11 inches, it comes in a small package and at a fairly small price, too. What’s more, this model was a standout in our tests, receiving high marks for being easy to use and clean, and remaining at low volume while cooking. The Cosori Lite comes with a two-year warranty.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday Kitchen Deals
Headphones
Headphones are always popular around the holidays, and you can often find great deals on top models in the weeks leading up to them. The best deals, especially on top models from brands like Sony, Apple, and Bose, traditionally roll out around Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but you can expect to see various sales and savings all month.
Whether you’re looking for true wireless earbuds or a comfy pair of over-the-ear headphones that offer noise cancellation, it’s important to research brands and models to ensure that the pair you buy will have the features you’re looking for.
Consumer Reports tests headphones in our labs to measure volume, noise cancellation, sound quality, and battery life. Before you start shopping, review our recommended models to familiarize yourself with the best options.
If you’re looking for earbuds that prioritize fit above all else, check out the Beats Fit Pro. These noise-canceling buds have soft silicone ear tips in three sizes, plus wingtips that fit into the pinna (the exterior of your ear) for additional security. They have actual buttons, too, rather than the touch-sensitive controls on many other models, which may make it easier to operate them while on the go. The Fit Pros also sound really good and feature effective active noise cancellation, making them a solid alternative to the similarly priced AirPods Pro.
Shopping for noise-canceling headphones on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice performance. A case in point: the Soundcore Life Q20. These over-ear headphones have great sound quality and outstanding noise cancellation. They don’t sound quite as good as top-rated models, and you won’t get sought-after features like adjustable levels of noise canceling. But at this price, that may be a sacrifice worth making.
Anker does include some appealing perks, though, such as the ability to work over either Bluetooth or an audio cable and a free app that adds features, including a bass boost EQ setting. According to the company, the headphones have a generous 40-hour battery life when Bluetooth and noise canceling are turned on.
The Sony WH-1000XM4 has been replaced by the newer and sleeker XM5s. While even a cursory look at the two models makes it clear that the changes on the XM5s constitute a redesign rather than a refresh, our testers report that the models perform very similarly. The Sony XM4s are close to the top of our ratings in sound quality and their noise cancellation gets top marks. At this sale price, the XM4s deliver a nice array of features and very decent value. They were $248 during the recent big sales, but Walmart still has a good discount.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday Headphone Deals
Coffee Makers
Coffee makers are great gifts for any caffeine lovers on your gift list, and there are loads to choose from no matter the brewing style or your budget.
Some drip coffee makers sell for under $30 while others that grind the beans or connect with your smartphone can run you well over $200. But you should be able to find the model you want on sale this month.
There are espresso makers and even pod coffee makers that can deliver the barista experience at home. And for the loved one who drinks iced coffee all year, you can often find big discounts on cold-brew makers.
Not sure where to start? Check out CR’s buying guide to learn about the different types of coffee makers and explore some of the top models.
The Keurig K-Mini Plus is a great little brewer that’s ideal for small kitchens with limited counter space. In our tests, it receives strong scores for temperature and size consistency between cups, as well as how easy it is to use and clean. It features a removable reservoir, a height-adjustable drip tray, and auto-shutoff.
The Ninja DualBrew Pro 12-Cup, which was $20 cheaper last week and may be a better price during this month’s sales, is a dual coffee maker that can brew both ground coffee and K-Cup pods. That means it can brew all 13 preset quantities of coffee, from large servings from a carafe (from coffee grounds) to individual brew sizes (from either grounds or K-Cups). Our tests show that its first-cup speed is excellent, and it’s pretty quick to brew follow-up cups, too. It performs very well in our overall brew tests, though it’s a little inconsistent in temperature when it comes to single servings of coffee. But it offers four brewing styles, including settings for brewing over ice and for brewing tea, and it has a built-in milk frother. (But if you want your milk frothed hot, you’ll have to heat it yourself first.)
Smartwatches
Smartwatches make great gifts, and you’ll find plenty of big discounts on popular models from Apple, Google, Samsung, and other brands this month.
You’ll want to make sure the smartwatch you choose is going to fit your lifestyle. First and foremost, it should be compatible with your smartphone. But do you want one that has its own network connectivity? How about a heart-rate monitor? Or the ability to pay for purchases? You should also take into account things like size, battery life, and replacement bands.
Read CR’s buying guide to learn more, then check out our ratings to find the best smartwatch for you.
The Apple Watch SE, currently $20 more than its best price, is the company’s budget model and does everything most people want from a smartwatch—and does it well. You can read and respond to texts, tap to pay at checkout, and get motivated to move by closing your daily activity rings.
While it lacks the rotating bezel of the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic, the more basic version of Samsung’s latest smartwatch does include a number of improvements from the Galaxy Watch5. There’s a faster processor, a larger display, and a bigger battery that enables faster charging, along with a claimed 30-hour battery life. All of that, plus impressive ease of use and versatility, put the Watch6 LTE (which has cellular capability) near the very top of the Android models in our ratings.
Mattresses
The holiday shopping season is often a good time to find a solid discount on a mattress.
Retailers always offer savings for Black Friday, and, because of Veterans Day, the deals will start early and last all month. Expect savings from popular mattress brands such as Avocado and Tuft & Needle, as well as sitewide savings at retailers like Mattress Firm and US-Mattress.
There’s a lot to consider when buying a new mattress, and your decision will depend mostly on your body type and sleeping habits. Some mattresses are made with organic materials, some incorporate coils and memory foam, and some have special materials like cooling gels. Prices range from a few hundred dollars to well over $2,000, so your budget will affect your choices as well.
You can find out more about mattress options by reading CR’s buying guide and reviewing our mattress ratings. A good mattress should last you eight to 10 years, so explore your options and invest in one that will suit your sleeping style for years to come.
The Avocado Eco Organic innerspring mattress-in-a-box is still at its best price, which has remained unchanged for the past few months and may get even better for the holidays. It earns solid ratings in our tests for support for side and back sleepers. With a firmness score of 4 out of 10, it’s a much softer alternative to the Avocado Green mattress (which rates a 7 and also doesn’t retain heat) and even the Avocado Green Pillowtop (which rates a 5 and does retain heat). In our member surveys, Avocado innerspring mattresses earn very good ratings for comfort and owner satisfaction.
The Leesa Studio mattress is back to its regular sale price, but it typically drops only another $40 or so for bigger holiday sales, so you won’t save that much more by waiting. It’s an exceptional choice for petite back sleepers; it earned top marks in that lab test. Petite side sleepers and average and large/tall back sleepers will find that the mattress offers very good support. But average and large/tall side sleepers may want to consider other options because the Studio had only average performance in those simulated tests.
Home Security Cameras
If you’re working to make your home safer and more secure, consider home security cameras that you can set up yourself and monitor right from your smartphone.
November is a great time to find discounts on security cameras. Since smart security cameras first became available, they’ve only become better and more reasonably priced. There are indoor and outdoor cameras, as well as video doorbells, for optimal safety no matter your needs.
Home security cameras can provide peace of mind by letting you see that your kids arrived home safely from school, the dog walker showed up as scheduled, or a package was delivered. And companies keep making these cameras smarter through software updates that add new features, such as person detection and facial recognition.
But we’ve found that most of the models we’ve tested don’t always deliver the high-definition video quality their manufacturers promise. And many models require you to pay monthly fees for some of the most important features, such as cloud video storage and monitoring zones (the ability to focus on or ignore motion within a designated area of the camera’s field of view).
With so many types of models and features, it can be difficult to know what to look for. Read CR’s home security camera buying guide to narrow down your options and find the best product for your home before you start to look for deals and discounts.
The Aqara Camera E1, which was $8 less last week, is a strong performer, especially for video quality and alert response time. It can store footage on a microSD card (up to 512 gigabytes, sold separately) and offers plenty of features, including person detection, motorized pan-and-tilt so you can remotely change the camera’s view, and a privacy mode that will point the camera at a wall or ceiling.
The TP-Link Tapo MagCam C425, now $10 more than during the last sale, is a compact, battery-powered security camera that performs well in our tests. It offers local storage with up to a 512-gigabyte microSD card (sold separately) and features person detection, pet detection, vehicle detection, monitoring zones, and more. Best of all, you don’t need a subscription to use any of those features. TP-Link also sells a $40 solar panel that can be connected to the camera to keep its battery charged.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday Smart Home Deals
Refrigerators
If you need to replace your refrigerator, you might be able to find a good price in November.
There are so many types and styles to choose from, whether you want a French-door fridge or a more traditional top-freezer model. You’ll also want to consider the style and features of the ideal refrigerator. Do you want a water dispenser? Is freezer capacity important? Are you short on space? Take a look at CR’s buying guide to get a better sense of which type of fridge is most ideal for you.
The 33-inch GE GSE23GGPWW boasts stellar ratings on our temperature uniformity and thermostat control tests. This side-by-side model also receives a near-top-level score for ease of use, and it’s equipped with some nice bells and whistles, including digital controls, a built-in water filter, and an external water/ice dispenser. As a brand, GE side-by-side refrigerators receive a very good rating for predicted reliability in CR’s member surveys but a lousy score for owner satisfaction.
While technically 32 inches wide, the Hisense HRB171N6ASE is a great option for a 33-inch space. This 27-inch-deep fridge is one of the most affordable bottom-freezers in our ratings, and it performs just as well as models that cost hundreds of dollars more. In our tests, it receives an excellent rating for thermostat control and very good ratings for energy efficiency and noise. But it receives unfavorable ratings for temperature uniformity and ease of use. It also lacks popular features like an icemaker and a water dispenser, but it does offer digital temperature controls for added convenience. At this time, we don’t have enough survey data on Hisense bottom-freezers to judge them for predicted reliability and owner satisfaction.
For more discounts: Best Black Friday Refrigerator Deals
Other Products on Deep Discount
In addition to the 10 products listed above, many others go on sale in November because of Black Friday. While you can find big discounts on almost everything this month, CR has found that the 36 categories below tend to be deeply discounted this month. So if you need or want to gift anything below, you should be able to find opportunities to save on top options from our tests.
• Blenders
• Cameras
• Cooktops
• Cookware
• Flooring
• Food processors and choppers
• Freezers
• Printers
• Ranges
• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Tablets
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