Amazon early Black Friday deals I’d actually buy before Christmas
It’s 2026, and Black Friday isn’t a one-day event anymore. Amazon Early Black Friday deals kicked off on November 1 and will continue throughout the month, leading up to Thanksgiving and the big day itself.
As a shopper, I actually appreciate this. Why? Because it fits my holiday shopping plan. Let’s be real: November is prime gift-shopping season. Wait until December, and you’re already racing against shipping deadlines and dwindling stock. And in this economy, I still want to spoil my friends and family—but spend less.
Here are the discounted tech gifts that have already caught my eye. I’ll keep updating this list throughout November as more deals roll in.
1. A Curved Gaming Monitor
Samsung 34-inch Odyssey G5 Ultra-Wide Gaming Monitor (LC34G55T)
Is there a gamer on your list still squinting at a 24-inch screen? This is the big-ticket upgrade I’d wrap for them. The Samsung Odyssey G5 stretches to 34 inches at 3440 x 1440, with a 165Hz refresh rate and a 1000R curve. The extra width also fits two windows side by side for work. It’s a 2020 model, not Samsung’s newest, but at $250, it’s the Black Friday gaming monitor deal I’d go for.
Best for: PC gamers, sim racers, one-monitor desks
2. Budget Wireless Earbuds for Students and Commuters
Soundcore by Anker P20i
Cheap earbuds can feel like an afterthought. These don’t. The Soundcore P20i use 10mm drivers tuned for big bass and last up to 10 hours per charge, or 30 hours with the compact case. A lanyard clips the case to a bag, and the app’s Find My Earbuds feature helps track down a stray bud. They’re IPX5 sweat-resistant but skip noise canceling. Of this month’s Amazon wireless earbuds deals, they’re the pair I’d give a student or a serial earbud-loser—like me.
Best for: Commuters, students, backup pairs
3. A Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Bose SoundLink Plus
Who on your list always has music playing? I’d get them this. The SoundLink Plus sits between Bose’s small SoundLink Flex and the much pricier Max, and it’s a real step up from a tiny budget speaker. It lasts up to 20 hours at 65% volume; it’s IP67 waterproof and dustproof—and it floats. Its USB-C port can even top up a phone. At $179, it’s back to its all-time low, which makes it the Black Friday Bluetooth speaker deal I’d grab first.
Best for: Backyard parties, beach days, pool decks
4. An XL Air Fryer for Families
Ninja Air Fryer XL
For a gift that makes weeknights easier, this one gets my vote. Ninja’s 6.5-quart basket holds up to 5 pounds of fries or 9 pounds of wings. That’s enough for a family dinner in one batch. It has six functions: Max Crisp, Air Fry, Air Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate. Max Crisp runs up to 450°F, and the basket and crisper plate are dishwasher-safe. It’s a gift they’ll actually use.
Best for: Busy families, home cooks, easy weeknight dinners
5. A Hot & Iced Coffee Maker for Daily Coffee Drinkers
Keurig K-Duo Hot & Iced Single Serve Coffee Maker
This is for the person who drinks hot coffee from September through April, then drinks nothing but cold brew the rest of the year. The K-Duo Gen 2 handles both. One side brews a 6- to 12-ounce cup from a K-Cup pod, the other a 12-cup carafe from grounds, and both share a 72-ounce reservoir. Brew Over Ice cuts down on melt. I’d pick it over the older K-Duo Special Edition, which has no iced setting. Tom’s Guide called it “a killer 2-in-1 coffee maker.” It’s my favorite coffee maker deal on Amazon, for now.
Best for: Daily coffee drinkers, households split between pods and pots, college/graduate students.
6. A Fast Charger for iPhone Users
Anker Nano Smart Display Charger 45W
Small, clever, and stocking-sized, this is my favorite charging accessory right now. The single USB-C port pushes up to 45W, and a tiny screen shows live wattage. Plug in an iPhone 15, 16, or 17, and it also shows the phone’s battery percentage. The prongs fold flat, but there’s no cable in the box. TechRadar called it “charming, well-built, and reliable.” Pair it with Anker’s Nano power bank.
Best for: iPhone users, travelers, stocking stuffers
7. Affordable Noise-Canceling Headphones
Sony WH-CH720N Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones
For a commuter who wants quieter train rides, these are what I’d buy. The WH-CH720N weigh about 192 grams and last up to 35 hours with noise canceling on, or 50 with it off. Three minutes of charging adds another hour of playback. Engadget found the ANC decent, but not the best. So for frequent flyers, look at a premium Bose pair or Sony’s WH-1000XM6. For everyone else, this is the Black Friday headphone deal I’d pick.
Best for: Commuters, students, open-office workers
8. A Simple Fitness Tracker
Google Fitbit Inspire 3
The Fitbit Inspire 3 is the gift I’d pick for someone building healthier habits who doesn’t want a full smartwatch yet. It tracks steps, sleep, and heart rate around the clock, adds blood oxygen readings, and is water-resistant to 50 meters. Battery life reaches up to 10 days, or about three with the always-on display. It comes with three months of Google Health Premium. It’s the easiest fitness tracker deal to recommend, and my Inspire 3 review has more.
Best for: Fitness beginners, sleep tracking, smartwatch skeptics
9. A Cordless Air Duster
WOLFBOX MF60 Compressed Air Duster
This is my wildcard pick. The MF60 replaces cans of compressed air with a rechargeable blower that has three speeds. It’s cordless, charges over USB-C, and comes with five nozzles for keyboards and the like. Of the Amazon electronics deals so far, it’s the one I’d give to anyone with an elaborate desk setup.
Best for: PC builders, dusty desks, anyone who works on a computer
10. A 4K Streaming Stick for Older TVs
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (Newest Model)
Got a relative with an older TV? The newest Fire TV Stick 4K is a cheap fix. It streams in 4K with HDR10+, runs on Wi-Fi 6, and ships with Alexa+. Free and live TV sit alongside streaming apps. One catch: it runs Amazon’s new Vega OS, which means no sideloading and no Dolby Vision.
Best for: Older TVs, guest rooms, grandparents
11. A Bluetooth Adapter for Wireless Headphones
Twelve South AirFly Pro 2
Know someone who boards flights constantly? The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 plugs into any 3.5mm jack and streams to two pairs of wireless headphones at once, so two people can watch the same movie. Flip a switch, and it receives audio instead, turning an older car stereo or speaker into a Bluetooth one. The battery lasts over 25 hours. This is one of the Amazon early Black Friday deals I’d give to anyone with a holiday flight booked.
Best for: Frequent flyers, couples who travel, anyone with an older car stereo
12. A Portable Blender for Smoothies on the Go
Ninja Blast Portable Blender
For a smoothie lover on the move, this beats another countertop appliance. The Ninja Blast is cordless and blends right in its 18-ounce vessel. Its leakproof lid has a sip spout and a carry handle for the gym bag. Ninja rates it for up to 15 blends per charge, and the vessel and lid are dishwasher-safe. It struggles with ice, so it’s best for protein shakes and soft-fruit smoothies.
Best for: Gym-goers, commuters, smoothie lovers
Are Amazon Early Black Friday Deals Worth Shopping?
In this economy, they are. Shopping in November means I can check gifts off my list before December’s shipping crunch—and impress my in-laws for less.
But—Amazon prices change fast, so you’ll want to double-check these before you click ‘buy.’ I’ll keep updating these Amazon early Black Friday deals throughout November as more Amazon tech deals land. Need more ideas? Browse our Christmas tech gift guide.
