Buckle up, readers.
We’re just one day away from Amazon’s biggest sale since July, a two-day deal extravaganza dubbed Prime Big Deal Days, set to offer thousands in savings across all categories, including huge markdowns on top-selling brands like DeWalt, Apple, Crest, LEGO, Dyson, and much, much more.
But before we get there, have you found yourself wondering what all the fuss is about with ? How different is this sale from July’s Prime Day event? Will the deals be as good? Better? Worse? (to answer the last three questions in b🌟rief: yes, yes, and no.)
Here at the NYPost, we pride ourselves on our journalistic integrity, and strive to provide our readers with everything they need to know. Which is why we’ve put together a short explainer, complete with everything you need to know before tomorrow’s Prime Big Deal Days kick-off.
What are Prime Big Deal Days?
As mentioned above, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event is a two-day sale, beginning on Oct. 8, and lasting through Oct. 9.
Like July’s huge Prime Day sale, Prime Big Deal Days is set to offer huge savings on everything from AirPods to air fryers, laptops to LEGOs, beauty products to baby clothes, and everything in-between.
How is Prime Big Deal Days different than Prime Day?
The only real difference is the month in which these ൲two sales take place. Positioned closer to Christmas than its July predecessor, Prime Big Deal Days offer a fantastic opportunity to start your holiday shopping earl꧙y.
Just like Prime Day, though, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event will offer thousands in savings on deals covering all categories, including home, apparel, toys, tech, tools, and much, much more. The sales are so similar, in fact, that we’ve taken to referring to Prime Big Deal Days as October Prime Day.
Are things cheaper on Amazon Prime Day?
You better believe it.
There’s never a bad time to shop for doorbuster deals on Amazon, but there are few better times than on Prime Big Deal Days.
Is Prime Day better than Black Friday?
When referring to October Prime Day, which is officially hallmarked as Prime Big Deal Days, it’s easy to compare the shopping period to Black Friday. After all, it’s the fall season, we’re gearing up for holiday shopping (ahem, gift guides) and we’re seeing epic sales.
Depending on the retailer and type of product, Prime Day prices are oftentimes the same as Black Friday prices, if not better. However, some aren’t as on-par. From our experience, Prime Day is an excellent time to get a head start on holiday shopping to snag deals on gifts, along with splurge-worthy items like TVs, essential kitchen products and more.
What are the best deals to shop during Prime Big Deal Days?
Champing at the bit to start saving? Lucky for y꧂ou, Amazon has already started rolling out some early October Prime Day deals, some of our favorites of which areꦉ listed below.
Be sure to if you’re not already a member to shop the sales during Prime Big Deal Days and to unlock two-day shipping, among other perks.
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Your October Prime Day FAQs, answered
What is Prime Big Deal Days (aka October Prime Day)?
Prime Big ꦬDeal Days is an Amazꦯon-hosted sale event exclusive for Prime members. It’s similar to Amazon Prime Day, offering a wide range of deals and discounts on various products, and spanning two days annually in October.
How long does October Prime Day last?
The sale runs just 48 hours,ꦡ beginning at 12 a.m. PT on Tuesday, October 8, through 11:59 p.m. PT on Wednesday, Oc🅺tober 9.
When does October Prime Day end?
October 9 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time, so east-coasters have until about 3 a.m. on October 10🎐 their time to sh🌊op the deals.
When is the next Prime Day?
Already wondering when the next Amazon Prime Day is? Prime Day takes place in ꦗJuly each year. While Amazon hasn’t confirmed the dates for Prime Day 2025, it’s saf🐈e to assume it will take place in mid-July — similar to previous years.
Do you have to have Amazon Prime for October Prime Day?
While Prime members can take full advantage of Amazon Prime Day (plus all the benefits of the subscription), inꦅterested shoppers can to enjoy Prime Day with no strings attached.
What are the best October Prime Day deals?
From reporting on Amazon Prime Day throughout the years, we can tell you for certain that it’s the ideal period to upgrade to Apple’s latest AirPods, restock some new kitchen items and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers.
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This article was written by P.J. McCormick, New York Post Commerce Deals Writer/Reporter. P.J. is an expert deal-finder, sifting through endless brands and retailers to deliver only the best savings opportunities on truly worthwhile products. P.J. finds Prime Day-worthy deals all year long on some of our favorite products we’ve tested and our readers’ beloved best-sellers, from Wayfair furniture sales to the lowest prices on Apple AirPods. P.J. has been♛ scouring sales for Post Wanted shoppers since 2022 and previously held positions at Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and Hyperallergic. Please note that deals can expire, ♌and all prices are subject to change.
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