One of the biggest shopping days of the year is almost here — Black Friday technically is on Nov. 29, but the Black Friday deals are already in full swing at several major retailers like Best Buy. Right now, you can find record-low prices on all your favorite products, like $500 off this TCL 55-inch 4K TV or this 10.2-inch Apple iPad (9th Generation) for only $200. We’ve also spied tons of can’t-miss bargains on popular toys and games for holiday gifting, home goods, fitness equipment and so much more.
Our CNET team of dedicated shopping experts has spent hundreds of hours each week sifting through numerous Black Friday deals to help you find the ones worth shopping. We focus on trusted brands and products we’ve reviewed to ensure your hard-earned money goes further this year. Below, we’ve rounded up the top deals available at Best Buy, but you can also check out our roundup of the best Black Friday deals at Amazon, Walmart, and others for even more bargains.
My favorite Best Buy Black Friday deals live now
Best Buy has tons of excellent deals you can shop ahead of Black Friday, but these are my top picks for the overall best bargains available right now.
The TCL QM8 earned the top spot overall on our list of the best TVs of 2024, which makes it a serious bargain when you can find it on sale. It’s packed with advanced features and hardware, including a QD-Mini LED screen, AI optimization, Dolby Vision IQ support, four HDMI ports and much more.
Air fryers are perfect for quick and easy weeknight meals. This digital Bella model has a large 8-quart capacity so you can cook for the whole family, features eight preset cooking functions and has a dishwasher-safe basket and tray for easy cleanup.
This ninth-gen Apple iPad from 2021 is marked down by $130 at both Amazon and Best Buy. It has a 10.2-inch screen with an A13 Bionic chip running the show, 64GB of storage, Wi-Fi (not cellular) as well as a 12-megapixel front camera and 8-megapixel back camera. CNET’s Scott Stein reassessed the 2021 iPad last year and gave it an Editors’ Choice as an affordable, basic tablet that’s perfect for kids. The current 10th-gen iPad starts at $349 and is only a year newer.
Make your holiday cleanup a bit easier with almost half off a robot vacuum. This Roborock vacuum comes with a self-emptying dock, giving you a true hands-free experience. It’s also a two-in-one vacuum and mop. This discounted model is a slight step down from the S8 Pro Ultra that earned a spot on our list of the overall best vacuums of 2024.
This rugged and portable Bluetooth speaker is one of our favorites on the market right now. It’s waterproof and dustproof, boasts a 12-hour battery life and features dual passive radiators for rich, full sound. All six color variants are on sale at Best Buy, and you’ll get four free months of SiriusXM with the deal if you are a new subscriber.
Best Black Friday TV deals at Best Buy
Enjoy a crisp 75-inch QLED display in an elegant minimalist package with Samsung’s The Frame Series. This 4K TV is an anti-reflective artistic wall mount that blends seamlessly into your living space. Grab it while it’s still in stock.
- Samsung 75-inch class DU6950 4K TV: $550 (save $200). This Tizen TV features PurColor technology for a wider spectrum of colors and Motion Xcelerator for smoother action scenes, making it a standout deal.
- Samsung 55-inch S95D OLED 4K TV: $1,900 (save $700). The S95D packs some premium goodies, including an OLED Glare Free technology to minimize reflections, OLED HDR Pro with Brightness Booster for enhanced brightness and detail, and Active Voice Amplifier Pro for optimized sound quality.
- TCL 65-inch Class S5-Series 4K TV: $350 (save $100). The TCL S5-Series is a straightforward smart TV with a 4K UHD display, Google platform support, Dolby Atmos sound, and built-in Apple AirPlay for seamless streaming.
- TCL 55-inch QM8 4K TV: $1,000 (save $500). The TCL QM8 earned the top spot overall on our list of the best TVs of 2024, which makes it a serious bargain when you can find it on sale
- LG 77-inch C3 Series OLED 4K TV: $1,900 (save $400). This 2023 model features a stunning 77-inch OLED display with Dolby Vision and Atmos for immersive viewing, plus an art mode for displaying gallery-worthy visuals.
Best Black Friday iPad deals at Best Buy
This ninth-gen Apple iPad from 2021 is marked down by $130 at both Amazon and Best Buy. It has a 10.2-inch screen with an A13 Bionic chip running the show, 64GB of storage, Wi-Fi (not cellular) as well as a 12-megapixel front camera and 8-megapixel back camera. CNET’s Scott Stein reassessed the 2021 iPad last year and gave it an Editors’ Choice as an affordable, basic tablet that’s perfect for kids. The current 10th-gen iPad starts at $349 and is only a year newer.
Best Black Friday laptop deals at Best Buy
Apple rarely has sales but Best Buy has the 14-inch MacBook Pro on sale for $200 off. This model has the M3 chip, 8GB of RAM, 10-core GPU, 1TB SSD and Apple Intelligence.
- MacBook Air M3 13-inch laptop: $799 (save $200). CNET crowned the M3 MacBook Air as the best laptop of 2024, thanks to its sleek design, 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, 18-hour battery life, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage.
- Alienware M16 R2 16-inch gaming laptop: $1,300 (save $600). One of our favorite gaming laptops, the M16 R2, packs an Intel Core Ultra 9, RTX 4060 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage—perfect for budget gamers.
- Samsung Galaxy Book4: $530 (save $370). The Samsung Galaxy Book4 is a reliable mid-range laptop featuring a 15.6-inch FHD display, Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD, ideal for everyday tasks.
Best Black Friday headphones and speakers deals at Best Buy
The AirPods Pro 2, winners of this year’s Editors’ Choice Award, stand out as the best AirPods with the Apple H2 chip, delivering exceptional sound quality, noise cancellation, and transparency mode. This updated version features USB-C charging and enhanced dust resistance for added durability.
Best Black Friday home appliance deals at Best Buy
Dyson regularly makes our list of best vacuums, and for good reason. The Dyson V15 is perfect for quick cleanups and deep cleans. It’s also super portable.
Best Black Friday gaming deals at Best Buy
Now’s the best time of the year to finally get a PS5 for yourself or a loved one. While this is simply a slimmer version of the regular PS5 we know and love, this one comes with 1TB of extra storage and the added benefit of a smaller profile.
Best Black Friday smart home deals at Best Buy
The Echo Show 8 (2023) is currently $70 off at Best Buy. It features an 8-inch adaptive display, a 13-megapixel camera with a physical shutter for privacy, and improved spatial audio for better sound quality. With its touchscreen, voice control, and integration with Alexa and smart devices like Ring cameras, it’s a great pick for managing your smart home.
Best Black Friday health and fitness deals at Best Buy
Track your adventures and stay connected with the Garmin Instinct 2 smartwatch, now at a Black Friday price that’s tough to beat. With rugged durability, GPS capabilities, and up to 28 days of battery life, this deal is a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts and fitness fanatics alike.
Best Black Friday toys and games deals at Best Buy
Rev up the fun this Black Friday with the Razor Dirt Rocket MX350, perfect for young riders (8 years old and up) who love adventure. With a max speed of 14 mph and a 7-mile range, this electric dirt bike is built for good fun on a reasonable budget.
When is Best Buy’s Black Friday sale?
Best Buy’s official Black Friday sale kicked off Thursday, Nov. 21, with a second wave of deals following on Nov. 22 and another on Black Friday itself (Nov. 29). And while the sale is technically set to end at 11:59 p.m. CT on Nov. 30, you’re likely to see many of the same discounts continuing through Cyber Monday, along with a handful of new offers. However, there is no guarantee that deals live on Black Friday will still be available during Cyber Monday or beyond. So if you see something you like, don’t wait.
What kind of Black Friday deals will be available at Best Buy?
We are expecting many items across the board to be on sale at Best Buy for Black Friday. But from past experience, we know the retailer will be offering savings on tech gadgets, appliances, home goods, fitness equipment, toys and much more. We expect big price drops on electronics like TVs, laptops and more.
Do I need a membership to shop Best Buy’s Black Friday sale?
No, a Best Buy membership is not required to shop Best Buy’s Black Friday sale. However, there will be some deals and discounts that are exclusively available to those who do have a membership. This can include members-only offers or additional savings for members on already-discounted products.
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