It’s Black Friday deals season, and Cyber Monday deals are beginning to appear as well. Major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy are overflowing with fantastic steals. While big-ticket items like TVs and laptops shine, we’ve curated affordable finds perfect for gifts or practical buys—especially those $50 Secret Santa and Dirty Santa exchanges.
If you’re looking for even more affordable offers on everyday essentials, you can also check out our roundup of the best Black Friday deals under $25. And if you’ve got a little more room in your budget, check out the best Black Friday deals under $100 for savings on headphones, smaller TVs and more tech. To help you snag the best thrifty bargains, we’ve wrestled up the top picks below, and we’ll keep hunting down new ones as Black Friday morphs into Cyber Week.
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Best Black Friday tech deals under $50
The compact JBL Clip 5 is the latest generation of one of our favorite Bluetooth speakers on the market right now. It delivers powerful sound for its size, and boasts an impressive 12-hour battery life. Plus it’s IP67 waterproof and dustproof, and has an integrated carabiner so you can clip it to your bag and take it just about anywhere.
These Soundcore by Anker earbuds are our favorite pair for under $70, and right now you can snag them for even less. They have adaptive noise cancelation, a 60-hour battery life and a unique charging case that doubles as a phone stand. All four colors are currently on sale.
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Right-angle cables will change your life, keeping out of the way while you continue gaming or binge-reading on your dying phone. 240W is probably overkill, but it will charge everything on the market today.
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This is the USB-C charger that I travel with and trust to keep my watch, earbuds, headphones, power banks, multiple Chromebooks and slowly dying Galaxy S23 alive in unfamiliar territory. It’s never failed me.
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It’s waterproof and drop-proof, so strap this speaker to your handlebars or belt loop and crank your tunes in style. The Miniroll can party for 12 hours and uses the same USB-C charging as your phone.
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With themes like Fruity Pebbles and Translucent like a ’90s throwback, the Go Air Pop are perfect backup buds to keep in your car or backpack. Some colors (like Teal) might be lower in the Pop Plus model.
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Futureproof your “one cable” life with Anker’s spiffiest cable deal. This 6-foot fast-charging cable is braided for durability and under 20 bucks right now.
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- Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet: $50 (save $50). A top-rated kid’s tablet with a protective case.
- Apple 20W MagSafe charger: $44 (save $14). Convenient fast wireless charging for your iPhone or AirPods.
- Anker MagGo 622: $32 (save $18). This MagSafe power bank is one of the best on the market right now and comes in cute colors for your kids’ stockings.
- TP-Link RE505X Wi-Fi extender: $50 (save $30). Say goodbye to dead spots and sluggish speeds with this Wi-Fi 6-range extender.
- Razer Basilisk V3: $40 (save $30). A wired 26,000 DPI optical gaming mouse from a top brand.
- JBL Tune 720BT over-ear headphones: $40 (save $40). Bass-heavy sound, long battery life, all-time low price.
- JBL Tune 510BT over-ear headphones: $25 (save $15). Bluetooth headphones with up to 40 hours of battery life.
- Anker Nano Charger: $30 (save $15). A fast 100W charger capable of charging phones and laptops alike.
- Ugreen Nexode 45W USB-C charger: $21 (save $9). This 45W dual port adapter is my favorite tool to power my laptop and smartphone when I’m working from the local café.
- Nubwo G06 Wireless Gaming Headset: $26 (save $14). Use this affordable gaming headset with PS5, PS4, PC, Switch or your smartphone. Clip the on-page coupon for the full discount.
- UPEB 5,000mAh Portable iPhone Charger 2-Pack: $25 (save $15). These battery packs are slightly bigger than a stick of lip balm and give a full charge to most iPhones with a Lightning charging port.
- Anker Nano power bank with built-in USB-C connector: $16 (save $14). This charger features a fold-out USB-C port, so you can keep the connector from breaking when it’s not in use. The fun colors are sold out at Amazon but available at Anker.
- OneAir Elite lifetime subscription: $50 (save $740). Save big on hotels and flights with a lifetime subscription that is now more than 90% off.
- Anker Prime 100W charger: $46 (save $39). Juice up all of your devices, including power-hungry laptops, tablets and handheld gaming consoles, with this portable yet capable wall charger.
- SanDisk 512GB Extreme microSDXC card: $36 (save $7). Whether you need a microSD card for your Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally X, phone or tablet, this gets you a lot of storage for a little money.
- Eufy SmartTrack Link: $12 (save $8). Keep track of your luggage and belongings with this smart tracker. It’s compatible with Apple Find My.
- Amazon Echo Buds: $25 (save $25). Enjoy balanced sound with these Alexa-compatible earbuds.
- PopSockets MagSafe PopGrip: $15-$32 (save up to 50%). Prevent texting thumb with half-off licensed PopSockets from DC, Disney, Beetlejuice, and many, many more.
- AOHI 30W USB-C Charger with 4 magnetic shells: $15 (save $10). This is the perfect charger for the woman in your life who has to color-coordinate everything.
Best Black Friday smart home deals under $50
Unsurprisingly, we’re already seeing some excellent deals on Amazon’s own devices, like the 2023 Echo Show 5. This compact smart display has a 5.5-inch touchscreen, a 2-megapixel camera and a built-in microphone so you can check the weather, set timers, update your calendar and much more totally hands-free. And this bundle offer comes with a free Amazon Basics smart bulb, which is a $13 value on its own.
Earning a spot on our list of the best video doorbells of 2024, this Blink model is one of the most affordable ways to keep an eye on who’s coming and going from your home. It boasts HD video and infrared night vision, supports two-way audio and will send you notifications when activity is detected. Plus, you can choose between a wired or wireless installation.
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Best Black Friday home and kitchen deals under $50
This Gourmia air fryer is perfect for easy weeknight dinners and a serious bargain at just $50. It has a simple digital control panel, 12 preset cooking functions and an 8-quart capacity so you can feed the whole familly. Plus, the cooking basket is dishwasher-safe for an easy cleanup, too.
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Are Black Friday deals under $50 a good value?
While most Black Friday sales tend to focus on bigger items like TVs, laptops and major appliances, there are plenty of more affordable items you can snag for less during this massive sale event. That includes everyday basics like pillows and towels, as well as more budget-friendly gadgets like smart home essentials, earbuds and small kitchen appliances, which make great gifts or stocking stuffers. You definitely don’t have to spend a fortune to take advantage of Black Friday deals, and the savings add up quickly.
Where can I find the best Black Friday deals under $50?
The Black Friday deals are in full swing at most major retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Target and Walmart. You can shop thousands of bargains right now, with more on the way. If you’re on the hunt for a specific product, you’ll also want to check the manufacturer’s online shop as well. Plenty of brands offer their own deals for Black Friday, and you may find some direct discounts or coupon code offers that have flown under the radar and aren’t being matched elsewhere.
Are Amazon’s deals better than Walmart or Target?
In general, Amazon’s deals may slightly outperform and result in lower prices than Walmart or Target’s deals and has the added benefit of free shipping for Amazon Prime members. But Amazon’s deal values can shift throughout the day, so it’s worth comparing the same products between companies to make sure you’re getting the best deal. And if you have Walmart Plus, free shipping from your store is another reason to pick that retailer.
Are refurbished products worth buying under $50?
Buying refurbished products under $50 can be worth it if the deal is good enough and you won’t be too worried about buying it again in the future. You won’t know how much use the product will have had before getting refurbished, so stick with general use gadgets like kitchen appliances, smart speakers and other devices that can easily be swapped out in a few years. On the other hand, your refurbished item could’ve been quickly returned, so you might get away with a discount on an essentially unused item.
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