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Youth To The People Superfood Cleanser (8-Ounce) — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $29; street price: $39
What we like: A face cleanser staff pick. This cleanser outperformed all of the drugstore picks that beauty and style staff writer Hannah Frye has tried. It lathers nicely, cleanses deeply, and leaves skin feeling supple. Once you run out, you can opt for the larger refill pouch.
Other things to know: Some might be put off by the fragrance in the formula; it smells fresh, like a green juice. Deal for the 8-ounce bottle.
Read more: You Don’t Need to Splurge on Face Wash. But This One Is Actually Worth the $40.
Etsfmoa Unisex Beanie with Light — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $10; street price: $15
What we like: A combination beanie and headlamp recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Bright, rechargeable light embedded in a soft, warm hat. Light charges in about two hours via USB port and has three brightness settings.
Other things to know: Great for walking the dog after dark or staying hands-free during house projects. Clip the on-page coupon.
Read more: The 32 Absolute Best White Elephant Gifts Under $25
Target Threshold 400 Thread Count Solid Performance Sheet Set (Queen) — Budget Pick
Target deal price: $35; street price: $50
What we like: Our budget pick for the best cotton sheets (and outdoor movie screen). High quality at a fantastic price. Warm, thick sateen is softer than many pricier sets we’ve tried. Great for a kid's or guest room bed. Fits mattresses up to 18 inches thick. Comes in tons of colors.
Other things to know: Less breathable and wrinkles more than other sateen sets we’ve tested. Price is for queen, but all sizes are on sale. Street price has risen substantially over the years. Free Target Circle membership required to get the deal.
Read more: The Best Cotton Sheets
Apparel, style, and shoe deals
Chaco Women’s Lowdown Sandal — Top Pick
Chaco deal price: $44 (use promo code EMAIL20, price includes shipping, deal on teal/rose); street price: $70
What we like: Our top pick for a sporty, lightweight sandal. Low-profile rubber soles and webbed polyester straps. Supportive and highly adjustable. Felt secure when we wore them. Rugged enough for outdoor activities while still casual and versatile enough for everyday wear.
Other things to know: Women’s sizes are on sale in the teal and rose color-block pattern. Lifetime warranty for manufacturer defects, but not normal wear and tear. Use code EMAIL20. Price includes shipping.
Read more: The Best Sandals
Gap ’90s Straight Jeans — Top Pick
Gap deal price: $39 (free Gap Good Rewards membership required, price includes shipping, deal on medium blue and red); street price: $60
What we like: Our top pick for a classic-looking, inexpensive pair of women's jeans. Long, lean ’90s cut. Testers were pleasantly surprised by the well-engineered, curve-hugging fit. Made from a flexible denim blend.
Other things to know: Available in sizes 24 to 35 with three inseam lengths and multiple wash options. True to size. Not as high-quality as our other picks, but more so than other cheap options. Deal price includes $7 shipping, but you can opt for store pickup where available. Price reflects in cart for medium blue and red washes with free Gap Good Rewards membership.
Read more: The Best Women’s Jeans
IUGA High-Waist Yoga Pants — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $20; street price: $24
What we like: Our top pick for cheap and surprisingly soft leggings. Fit and felt better than other leggings we tried in the same price range. Soft, comfy, and generally flattering cut. Gentle but supportive compression. Functional, convenient pockets.
Other things to know: Some may find the 1-inch elastic waistband constricting. A little loose at the ankle for some testers. We found the fabric lost its shape a bit over time.
Read more: The Best Leggings
Offline By Aerie The Hugger High Waisted Legging — Upcoming Pick
American Eagle deal price: $37; street price: $55
What we like: An upcoming new pick in our guide to the best leggings. Lightweight, super soft and stretchy. Comfy for all day wear.
Other things to know: Available in three lengths (24¾ inches, 26¾ inches, or 28¾ inches). Deal price includes shipping (free over $75).
Read more: The Best Leggings
J.Crew Sueded Cotton White T-shirt — Worth Considering
J.Crew deal price: $27; street price: $40
What we like:Another good white t-shirt worth considering if you want a velvety-soft tee. Decadent, almost plush texture. Comfortable and notably well constructed.
Other things to know: Comes in other colors, not just white. Available in three different cuts (classic, slim, tall) and sizes XS to XXL. Free shipping with J.Crew Passport membership (free to join).
Read more: The Best Men’s White T-Shirts
Hanes Men’s Full-Zip EcoSmart Hoodie — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $13; street price: $18
What we like: An everyday hoodie recommended in our guide to great last-minute Christmas gifts. Inexpensive (especially on sale). An ideal extra layer: not too cold, warm, or fussy. Soft and cut generously. The 50/50 cotton/polyester blend holds color and texture better than 100% cotton, but still feels breathable.
Other things to know: Comes in six sizes up to 3XL. Most colors and sizes on sale. Deal price is a dollar more than recent Prime Day sales, but still a good value.
Read more: 29 Great Last-Minute Christmas Gifts
Celersport Ankle Athletic Running Socks (6 Pairs) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $17
What we like: Our top taller no-show socks pick for ankle boots and high-tops. A favorite with testers due to their perfect fit, breathability, and absence of slippage or bunching. Reasonably priced and available in a wide range of sizes. The comfiest socks we tested for this guide.
Other things to know: Better suited to everyday wear, rather than running or heavy-duty workouts as the name would suggest. Combed cotton is sweat-absorbing rather than sweat-wicking. Deal for six pairs of socks.
Read more: The Best No-Show Socks
Eedor Women’s Non-Slip Low-Cut Socks (6 Pairs) — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $8; street price: $15
What we like: Our top no-show socks pick for loafers and other deep-cut shoes. Thin and stretchy. The only socks we tested that were low enough to hide in deep-cut shoes and didn’t squeeze, pinch, slip, or make our feet sweat.
Other things to know: Not low enough to vanish beneath a ballet flat or similar shoes. Toe area is not reinforced. Socks are available in packs of white, gray, black, beige, and more.
Read more: The Best No-Show Socks
Etsfmoa Unisex Beanie with Light — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $10; street price: $15
What we like: A combination beanie and headlamp recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Bright, rechargeable light embedded in a soft, warm hat. Light charges in about two hours via USB port and has three brightness settings.
Other things to know: Great for walking the dog after dark or staying hands-free during house projects. Clip the on-page coupon.
Read more: The 32 Absolute Best White Elephant Gifts Under $25
Audio deals: Earbuds, headphones, and speakers
Anker Soundcore Space A40 Earbuds — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $45; street price: $70
What we like: Our top wireless Bluetooth earbuds pick. Solid sound quality, great battery life, and active noise cancellation. Each earbud can be used independently. Dual-device connectivity. Should fit most ears comfortably.
Other things to know: Does not support voice-activated assistants. IPX4 water-resistance. 18-month warranty. Limited touch controls. Available in black, blue, and white.
Read more: The Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
JLab Go Air Sport Wireless Headphones — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $20 (with clipped on-page coupon, deal on teal and black); street price: $28
What we like: Our budget-pick wireless earbuds for working out. Hook over your ears to stay in place. Sound is surprisingly good for the price. IP55 dust- and water-resistance rating. Eight-hour battery life. Charging case holds additional 24 hours of power.
Other things to know: Lack active noise cancellation and hear-through mode. Either earbud can work independently. Large case doesn’t easily fit in a pocket. Response to touch-based controls can be inconsistent. Clip the on-page coupon to get the deal price on teal or black.
Read more: The Best Workout Earbuds and Headphones
Loop Experience 2 Earplugs — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $28; street price: $35
What we like: Our top earplugs for concerts pick. The only set of universal-fit (aka musician-style) earplugs that all of our testers said they would be happy to use regularly. Easy to put in. Comfortable to wear for an extended time. Comes with enough tips (four pairs) to provide a secure fit for nearly every ear shape.
Other things to know: No universal-fit earplugs can reduce different sounds as evenly as a custom-designed set. Has a noise-reduction rating of 12 dB. Manufacturer’s advice suggests that you replace the ear tips about every three to six months.
Read more: The Best Earplugs for Concerts
Bathroom deals
Threshold Spa Plush Towel — Budget Pick
Target deal price: $10 (free Target Circle membership required, with store pickup or Circle Card); street price: $14
What we like: Our budget pick for the best terry-cloth bath towel. The closest option we’ve found to our top terry-cloth pick (and way cheaper). Softest, most plush towel we’ve tested under $20. Absorbent and dries surprisingly fast. Smooth on the body and soft on the face.
Other things to know: Comes in a handful of colors. Doesn’t hold up as well over time as our top pick. Free Target Circle membership and store pickup required, or free shipping for Circle Card and Circle 360 members.
Read more: The Best Bath Towel
Wall Qmer Diatomaceous Earth Bath Stone Mat — Worth Considering
Amazon deal price: $20; street price: $30
What we like: Another good bath mat if absorbency is your number-one priority. In a home with lots of shower traffic, a diatomaceous-earth mat does absorb water quite efficiently. Way less expensive than other nearly identical options.
Other things to know: Be sure to place a nonslip mat under the stone. If your flooring is anything less than 100% flat, the mat will rattle underfoot.
Read more: The Best Bathroom Rugs and Bath Mats
Bedding and sleep deals
Target Threshold 400 Thread Count Solid Performance Sheet Set (Queen) — Budget Pick
Target deal price: $35 (free Target Circle membership required, price for queen size); street price: $50
What we like: Our budget pick for the best cotton sheets (and outdoor movie screen). High quality at a fantastic price. Warm, thick sateen is softer than many pricier sets we’ve tried. Great for a kid’s room or a guest-room bed. Fits mattresses up to 18 inches thick. Comes in tons of colors.
Other things to know: Less breathable and wrinkles more than other sateen sets we’ve tested. Price is for queen, but all sizes are on sale. Street price has risen substantially over the years. Free Target Circle membership required to get the deal.
Read more: The Best Cotton Sheets
Nidra Deep Rest Eye Mask — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $20
What we like: Our pick for the best sleep mask. Lightweight and contoured. Fits comfortably. Blocks light for a wide variety of face shapes. Deep eyecups don’t press on eyelids during sleep, improving comfort.
Other things to know: Velcro strap can be uncomfortable. Works best for side and back sleepers. Could get knocked off during restless sleep.
Read more: The Best Sleep Mask
Beauty and skincare deals
Urban Decay Naked3 Soft Pink Eyeshadow Palette — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $41; street price: $59
What we like: An eyeshadow-palette gift pick in our guide to birthday gifts for her. Intensely pigmented but blendable colors. Versatile. Features 12 mostly pink-hued neutrals in a variety of matte and shimmery finishes.
Other things to know: Supervising beauty editor Hannah Morrill credits the Naked palette with teaching her how to use eyeshadow.
Read more: The 11 Best Birthday Gifts for Her
Youth To The People Superfood Cleanser (8-Ounce) — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $29; street price: $39
What we like: A face cleanser staff pick. This cleanser outperformed all of the drugstore picks that beauty and style staff writer Hannah Frye has tried. It lathers nicely, cleanses deeply, and leaves skin feeling supple. Once you run out, you can opt for the larger refill pouch.
Other things to know: Some might be put off by the fragrance in the formula; it smells fresh, like a green juice. Deal for the 8-ounce bottle.
Read more: You Don’t Need to Splurge on Face Wash. But This One Is Actually Worth the $40.
Vwmyq Silicone Face Scrubber — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $7 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $9
What we like: A staff-favorite skin-care scrubber for a fun, cheap path to a cleaner face. This inexpensive silicone face scrubber offers a quick, comfortable way to clean your face, with no washing, wringing, or batteries required.
Other things to know: Loop on side to hang your scrubber to dry is tiny and hard to use. Deal on black. Clip on-page coupon.
Read more: After Half a Century of My Skipping Skin Care, This $9 Scrubber Finally Got Me Washing My Face
Cleaning and laundry deals
Amazon deal price: $15; street price: $18
What we like: Our delicates pick from our guide to the best detergents for hand-washing clothes. Perfect for stained or stinky hand-washable items that need tough love. Safe for silk and wool.
Other things to know: Enzymatic formula great for removing sebum, making it particularly well-suited for delicate items like bras and silk underwear. Better at odor removal than any other hand-wash soap or detergent we tested. Clip the on-page coupon for the deal price.
Read more: The Best Detergent for Hand-Washing Clothes
Uproot Cleaner Pro Pet Hair Remover — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $17 with clipped on-page coupon; street price: $20
What we like: A manual pet-hair removal tool we recommend in our car vacuum guide. Removes pet hair from car floors and trunk upholstery. Works better than all the handheld vacuums we’ve tested.
Other things to know: Too rough for clothes and bedding. Street price has dropped recently. A good deal, but we’ve seen lower. Clip the on-page coupon.
Read more: The Best Car Vacuum
Gift deals
Jarkyfine Large Window Bird Feeder — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $22
What we like: A bird feeder recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Mounts to the outside of a window with strong suction cups. A roomy acrylic structure readily accommodate multiple avian visitors. Gives a close of view of feeding birds. Squirrel-proof.
Other things to know: Surprisingly enjoyable for the whole family, including pets. It can get messy, but it’s easy to clean. Add a bag of birdseed, and you have an inexpensive gift that nearly anyone will enjoy.
Read more: The 30 Best Gifts for Families
Where Should We Begin – A Game of Stories — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $32; street price: $40
What we like: A great choice for an anniversary or engagement gift. Smartly designed card game. Helps encourage conversation. Fun for new couples or those married for decades.
Other things to know: Can also be fun to play with friends. Comes with 250 prompts. Delayed shipping.
Read more: The 26 Best Anniversary Gifts by Year
Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 75395 — Upcoming Pick
Target deal price: $36 with store pickup or Circle Card; street price: $45
Walmart deal price: $36; street price: $45
Amazon deal price: $36; street price: $45
What we like: An upcoming pick in our Advent calendars guide. This clever Star Wars–themed Advent calendar provides one mini build per day. Fun for both Lego padawans and adult fans alike. A good alternative to sweets. Menagerie of minifigures makes a festive holiday display when finished.
Other things to know: Save the instructions for easier rebuilding. 368 pieces total. Select store pickup at Target or get free shipping with Circle Card or Circle 360 membership. We expect to see this drop even lower over Black Friday, but now is a good chance to buy early.
Read more: Our Favorite Advent Calendars
Lego City Advent Calendar 60436 — Gift Pick
Walmart deal price: $26; street price: $33
What we like: A gift pick in our advent calendars guide. A good alternative to sweets. Fun for both kids and adult fans of Lego. Build instructions are on the back of each little door. Creates a festive winter wonderland that makes a great holiday display when finished.
Other things to know: Includes a fold-out play mat. We recommend saving the instructions for future rebuilds. We expect to see better (but shorter-lived) deals on Lego advent calendars over Black Friday. Choose store pickup or use a Walmart+ membership to avoid shipping fees.
Read more: Our Favorite Advent Calendars
Health and fitness deals
Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects Kit (22 Treatments) — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $30; street price: $46
What we like: An at-home teeth-whitening kit used and loved by the Wirecutter staff. Low-tech, effective, and very affordable. No dentist visits required. Comes with 20 Professional Effects treatments and two 1-hour Express treatments.
Other things to know: Slower than professional treatments—results take several sessions over the course of a few weeks. Not as good as the typical Costco deals we see, but a good discount for those without a Costco membership.
Read more: Why We Love Crest 3D Whitestrips
Wyze Scale X Smart Scale — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $33; street price: $40
What we like: Our top smart scale pick. Affordable and accurate. Longest battery life of any model we tested that uses replaceable batteries. Sends data via Bluetooth to a clean app that’s fairly intuitive to use. Also compatible with other major health apps.
Other things to know: Wyze experienced a significant security breach, leading Wirecutter topause reviewing and recommending Wyze smart-home devices. The breach didn’t affect the company’s scales, but it’s a major concern nonetheless.
Read more: The Best Smart Scale
Home decor deals
Line+Arc The Original Degrē Coaster (Six-Pack) — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $9 (deal on green); street price: $13
What we like: A durable set of silicone coasters that our staff love. Stain-resistant and dishwasher-safe. Heat-safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Dries quickly and doesn’t pick up lint the way many silicone coasters do.
Other things to know: On the small side, which is fine for most mugs, but some wine glasses overlapped the edges. Deal price is on muted green color; other colors are also on sale for a dollar more.
Read more: The Best Coasters
Amazon Echo Glow Night-Light — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $17; street price: $25
What we like: A staff-pick smart night-light in our guide to hosting even when you don’t have a guest room. Uses Echo devices to create routines and bedtime countdowns. Emits 16 different colors.
Other things to know: Too dim to use as a reading light. No physical controls; requires Alexa app or Echo device.
Read more: You Don’t Need a Guest Room If You Have These Hosting Essentials
Keebofly Wall Mounted Jewelry Organizer — Staff Pick
Amazon deal price: $37 (deal on wood and white finishes); street price: $42
What we like: A staff pick for a wall-mounted jewelry cabinet. Half-glass door lets you see contents even when closed. Ample jewelry storage organized into sections. Burlap-covered corkboard for pins and brooches inside door. Removable T-shaped bar at the bottom for extra accessories.
Other things to know: Takes up significant wall space at 16 inches tall without T-bar and 120-degree door-opening range. On sale in carbonized black finish (shown) and white.
Read more: Instagram’s Beautiful Organization Hacks Don’t Work for Me. But These Do.
Kohl’s The Big One Oversized Supersoft Plush Throw — Top Pick
Kohl's deal price: $9 Use code SAVINGS25, with store pickup; street price: $20
What we like: A top pick from our guide to the best throw blankets. Affordable fleece throw-blanket pick great for kids and teens. Durable, lightweight, and silky-soft. Bigger than most of our other picks. Easy to wash. The best bargain of all our picks.
Other things to know: Made of synthetic fibers, which may shed microplastics in the laundry. Select store pickup or place an order of $25 or more to get free shipping. Use code SAVING25.
Read more: The Best Throw Blankets
Kitchen deals
Lodge 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven — Pick Variant
Walmart deal price: $40 (deal on blue, red, and white); street price: $50
What we like: A slightly smaller variant of our top Dutch oven pick. Large, comfortable handles. Light-colored enameled interior makes it easy to see your food browning. Our writer trusts the Lodge brand, so this should be a great multipurpose pot that you can use for all kinds of recipes.
Other things to know: More angular bottom corners than our pick, so it may be a bit harder to scrape up the bits. Limited lifetime warranty as long as all use and care recommendations are followed. Good customer service. On sale in blue, red, and white.
Read more: The Best Dutch Oven
Wüsthof Gourmet 5″ Hollow Edge Santoku Knife — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $75
What we like: Our top santoku knife pick in our kids cooking tools guide. Larger size makes it better for more adult-sized teens. Nicely balanced, easy to handle, and comes with a high-quality blade.
Other things to know: Will eventually need sharpening. Make sure to give clear instructions when instructing children proper knife safety. Expensive, but a good investment that will last for years with a little maintenance.
Read more: The Best Kids Cooking Tools (That You’ll Love Too)
Chefman 1.8 Liter Electric Glass Kettle — Worth Considering
Amazon deal price: $25 (deal on temperature-control kettle); street price: $35
What we like: An electric kettle worth considering if you’re seeking a budget model with adjustable temperatures. One of the lowest prices we’ve seen on a variable-temperature electric kettle.
Other things to know: Not as accurate as our other variable-temperature picks, but it gets temperatures close enough that you should still be able to make a good cup of tea or coffee. Glows in different colors based on the temperature setting.
Read more: The Best Electric Kettle
Rubbermaid TakeAlongs Food Storage Containers (26-Piece Set) — Budget Pick
Amazon deal price: $18 (26-piece set); street price: $23
What we like: Our budget pick for the best food storage containers. So inexpensive, you’ll be less likely to worry about leaving them behind at potlucks. Sets come in a wide variety of sizes. Stack well to save space. Didn’t leak even after we ran them through the dishwasher, and they stay sealed through a couple of drop tests.
Other things to know: Not intended for long-term use; like all cheap sets we tested, they become soft after microwaving and hold on to stains and smells. Deal price on a 26-piece set.
Read more: The Best Food Storage Containers
AeroPress Clear Coffee Press — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $35; street price: $50
What we like: The clear version of our top pick for a simple and portable single-use coffee maker. Performs exactly the same as the original AeroPress. Lightweight, compact design. Quickly produces full-bodied, flavorful coffee. Easy to use. Dishwasher-safe.
Other things to know:Brews only one cup at a time. The clear version costs a bit more than the original, so worth getting only if you value that crisp, clear look. One-year AeroPress warranty.
Read more: The AeroPress is a Fast, Portable, No-Frills Tool for Making Terrific Coffee
Oster Electric Wine Bottle Opener — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $16; street price: $25
What we like: An electric corkscrew we think is great. Easy to grab, easy to use, and inexpensive. Quickly and easily removes cork from a bottle using a rechargeable battery.
Other things to know: We haven’t done new testing for these in several years, so there may be newer options available. Comes with electric wine bottle opener, foil cutter, charging base, and power adapter.
Read more: The Best Corkscrew for Opening Wine
Bentgo MicroSteel Lunch Box — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $24 (deal on aqua, gold, and rose gold); street price: $30
What we like: Our top microwave-safe stainless steel bento lunch box pick. Streamlined, leakproof, and plastic-free. Fits neatly into a bag or backpack. Microwave-safe for up to 10 minutes. Easy to clean. Comes in five metallic colors.
Other things to know: Wide and shallow. Just one tier. Covered by a two year warranty. The exterior coating on the colored versions starts to peel over time, especially with repeated dishwasher washing. Requires some hand-washing. Available in aqua, gold, and rose gold.
Read more: The Best Lunch Boxes
Pet deals
Potaroma Flopping Fish Toy — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $10; street price: $12
What we like: A rechargeable motorized fish toy recommended in our guide to the best gifts for cats (and the humans they tolerate). Built-in motor has a motion sensor; as soon as you touch it, the fish wiggles around. Comes with a little bag of catnip.
Other things to know: A padded fabric toy. Charges via included USB cable. On sale in the carp design.
Read more: The 20 Best Gifts for Cats (and the Humans They Tolerate)
PetKit EverSweet Solo 2 Water Fountain — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $40; street price: $50
What we like: Our top water fountain pick for cats and small dogs. The easiest fountain to take apart and clean; only five main parts to keep track of. Nearly silent wireless pump has a convenient auto shut-off feature so it doesn’t burn out when the water level gets too low.
Other things to know: Comes with companion app, which lets you set up cleaning and refill reminders, but has limited feature set. We’ve had mixed experiences with customer service. Doesn’t include the type of 5v 1A adapter you’d need to charge it in a standard outlet.
Read more: The Best Water Fountain for Cats and Dogs
Tech and electronic deals
ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $25
What we like:Our top pick for the best MagSafe car mount for iPhones. Affordable and easy to install. Built with an additional support arm for extra stability. Can be installed on an air vent or dashboard.
Other things to know: Works with all MagSafe-compatible iPhones (iPhone 12, 13, 14, and 15). Supports up to 7.5 W charging. Recurring deal price.
Read more: The Best Car Phone Mount
Belkin BoostCharge Plus 10K USB Power Bank — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $47; street price: $70
What we like: Our top pick for best USB power bank for phones and tablets. Small, light, and easy to slip into a pocket. Powerful enough to quickly recharge most smartphones up to three times. Two built-in cables (USB-C and Lightning) for convenience and never needing to search for a cord.
Other things to know: 19 watts tested input via USB-C PD to charge, 18 watts output, with a 10,0000 mAh. Passthrough charging enabled. Lowest price available in black, although blue is available for a couple more bucks.
Read more: The Best Portable Chargers and Power Banks for Phones and Tablets
Toys and kid deals
Bentgo Kids Lunch Box — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $19; street price: $28
What we like: Our top pick for the best bento lunch box for younger kids. Has thoughtful (yet small) compartments, making it easy to pack an appealing lunch for preschool-age kids. Leakproof. Has sturdy clasps. Slightly more durable than the larger Bentgo Fresh.
Other things to know: Recommended for kids ages 3 to 7. Fits only about 2.5 cups of food, and the five compartments are fixed. Multiple long-term testers report needing to replace approximately once a year.
Read more: The Best Kids Lunch Boxes
Gazillion Premium Bubbles Solution 1-Liter — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $6; street price: $10
What we like: A gift pick we love for kids. Delivers lovely, stable spheres that are big, bright, and bold. Solution doesn't stain most surfaces and fabrics, so kids can also play inside. Includes a bubble wand.
Other things to know: Also in our guide to the best gifts for 1-year-olds. The next best thing to making homemade bubbles using the classic recipe of dish soap and glycerin.
Read more: 49 Easter Basket Ideas We Love
Haba Bathtub Ball Track Set — Top Pick
Amazon deal price: $16; street price: $20
What we like: Our top track-toy pick from our guide to the best bath toys. Deceptively simple but deeply satisfying. Build your own ball track with three track pieces and a paddle that suction to a wall. The toy we would choose if we could get only one.
Other things to know: Comes with just one ball, which is easy to misplace. Suction cups could be stronger, and they may develop mold after a long period of time.
Read more: The Best Bath Toys
Skillmatics Found It! Beach Edition — Gift Pick
Amazon deal price: $10; street price: $17
What we like:A variant of our elevated scavenger-hunt card game from our guide to the best gifts for 5-year-olds. Can be played for any length of time. If there are just two players, the game cards offer supplemental questions or tasks for the child to complete.
Other things to know: This is an untested variant of the specific game we recommend, but the concept is the same all around. No game preparation required.
Read more: The 33 Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds
3Doodler Start+ 3D Pen — Also Great
Amazon deal price: $35; street price: $50
What we like: Our 3D pen pick for kids under the age of 12 years. Also recommended in our gift guide for tweens. Both the tip and the just-extruded plastic are completely safe to touch. Easy to work with. The smaller, contoured shape is easier for kids to hold.
Other things to know: Slower and has fewer features than our other picks. Lines aren’t as clean as those of our other picks, but it performed better than other kid-safe pens.
Read more: The Best 3D Pen
Travel deals
Ovener Silicone Luggage Tag — Our Pick
Amazon deal price: $6; street price: $8
What we like:Our top pick luggage tag. Durable tag that displays name, but keeps contact information hidden.
Other things to know:Comes in a 2-pack. Deal available in a wide variety of colors. To access contact information, you have to fully unscrew and remove the metal strap, which could get lost. First deal we've seen in four years.
Read more: The Best Luggage Tags
Video game deals
Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Nintendo Switch, Physical Copy) — Gift Pick
Woot deal price: $45; street price: $60
What we like: One of the weirdest, most delightful games we've played that we also recommend as a gift for gamers. Great for veterans and new fans alike, Super Mario Bros. Wonder lets you do things in Mario beyond your wildest imagination.
Other things to know: Physical copy for Nintendo Switch. Ships free for Prime members.
Read more: The 20 Best Gifts for Gamers
Assassin's Creed Mirage Deluxe Edition (PS4, Physical Copy) — Staff Pick
Woot deal price: $15; street price: $30
What we like: The latest in the line of Assassin's Creed titles, Mirage is a pared down experience that gets back to the roots of historical fiction, parkour, and stealthy assassinations that this classic series is known for. Fun for veterans of the series and a nice starting point for new players.
Other things to know: Reasonable completion time of around 20 hours. Doesn't feel like too little game spread over too much world. Deal is for a PS4 physical copy, but includes a free PS5 digital upgrade.
Read more: Assassin’s Creed Mirage Review: Murder, Mystery, and Islamic History
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