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Your support makes all the difference.The wait is over, the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale has officially landed and there are many savings to be snapped up across the household essentials category. Whether you’re looking for dishwasher tablets, dog food, bathroom must-haves or cleaning essentials, the online giant has slashed the price of your weekly staples.
Aside from household essentials, Amazon’s autumn event – which has returned for the third year in a row – also sees impressive deals on the likes of Olaplex, Cerave, Apple and Shark, spanning tech, beauty and more.
Follow live: The latest and best deals in Amazon’s Big Deal Days event
While it’s no secret many of us love to scoop up a discount, we understand they can be a little tricky to navigate during the sale. Fear not, though, as our team of IndyBest experts are on hand to help you find the best deals.
Having covered the shopping event since it first launched, we can spot a good deal from a bad one with ease, so, keep reading for our expert round-up of the best deals on household essentials.
Best Amazon Prime Day household essentials deals
- Finish quantum infinity shine dishwasher tablets bulk: Was £50, now £18.26, Amazon.co.uk
- Brita maxtra pro all-in-1 water filter cartridge 6 pack: Was £37.49, now £23.29, Amazon.co.uk
- Amazon basics vacuum compression zipper storage bags: Was £11.39, now £9.11, Amazon.co.uk
- Oral-B 3D white clinical whitening restore diamond clean toothpaste: Was £15.99, now £5.10, Amazon.co.uk
- Vanish gold oxi action stain remover: Was £26, now £11.70, Amazon.co.uk
- Command picture & frame hanging strips value pack, large: Was £11.95, now £6.99, Amazon.co.uk
Brita maxtra pro all-in-1 water filter cartridge 6 pack: Was £37.49, now £23.29, Amazon.co.uk
It’s a real inconvenience when your Brita jug or kettle alerts you that your filter needs changing and you’re completely out of spares. This Prime Day, Amazon has come through with the reductions where we really need them and, now, you can stock up on six Brita filter replacements with almost 40 per cent off. After all, £6.24 pre-discount was a tad steep for tastier tap water.
Amazon basics vacuum compression zipper storage bags: Was £11.39, now £9.11, Amazon.co.uk
Winter on the horizon can only mean one thing: it’s time for the summer clothes to go back into the attic, a hard-to-access corner of your home, or under the bed. The best way to achieve this laborious task with minimal fuss is with vacuum-sealed bags. They’ll allow you nigh on double the space in your chosen storage space and, more importantly, they’ll save you wrestling with a rip-prone bin bag when the whole task is getting on your last nerve.
UniBond aero 360 moisture absorber neutral refill tab: Was £12.50, now £10.12, Amazon.co.uk
The cold, wet weather has returned, which brings with it damp within the home. Alas, this calls for a big stock up on all things dehumidifiers or, if you’re unpacking last year’s device from its summer hidey-hole, moisture absorber refills. UniBond is our pick of the lot and with 19 per cent off, we’re saving on this pack of four today.
Command picture and frame hanging strips value pack, large: Was £11.95, now £6.99, Amazon.co.uk
Whether you’re renting or you simply can’t be bothered with the faff of drilling holes into your wall, Command strips will be your low-cost, minimal-effort saviour. If you’re not familiar, they feature an easy grab tab that stretches away from the wall for damage-free removal without so much as a speck of paint moved. Now, with almost half off they’re even more enticing.
Vitamin D3: Was £9.79, now £8.32, Amazon.co.uk
Darker evenings are almost upon us and that means that the time for supplementing that all-important vitamin D is nigh. The NHS recommends from 400 up to 4000iu (international units) of vitamin D during autumn and winter, with these discounted ones sitting in the latter category. Shop them now for sub-£10.
WaterWipes plastic-free original baby wipes: Was £39.99, now £29.99, Amazon.co.uk
These baby wipes are made of 99.9 per cent water and a drop of fruit extract, ensuring no harmful or mysterious chemicals come near your baby’s sensitive skin. The wipes help to clean and protect, while also being a plant-based and eco-friendly product. We all know going through a pack of wipes a day becomes the norm with little ones around, but lucky for us you can stock up on more than 1,000 wipes, now for less than £30 from Amazon.
Finish quantum infinity shine dishwasher tablets bulk: Was £50, now £18.26, Amazon.co.uk
You can now save almost £32 on this pack of consumer favourite Finish dishwasher tablets at Amazon. With a total of over 150 tablets, this deal will leave plates clean and wallets happy. Not only are they tough on grease, but added glass protection keeps glassware shinier for longer, plus they claim to be just as effective in energy saving Eco cycles too.
Vanish gold oxi action stain remover: Was £26, now £11.70, Amazon.co.uk
Wherever there are white clothes, there are inevitably stains, and there is one brand we always turn to save the day and that’s Vanish. This powder claims to banish stains at temperatures as low as 20 degrees, making it an energy-saving method, as well as an effective one. It promises to remove odours and stains while the natural bright white nature of clothes is restored.
Scrub Daddy colors, sponge scrubber multipack: Was £10.47, now £7.79, Amazon.co.uk
Granted, we know cleaning is not the most fun job. But we have to admit when smiley faces and big discounts are involved the necessary task becomes just that bit more enjoyable. Famous Shark Tank (the American version of Dragon’s Den) success story, Scrub Daddy’s sponges are revolutionary in their grime-busting capabilities. Their ergonomic design allows you to reach the tightest of spots and they also resist odours and are dishwasher safe.
Duracell plus AA batteries, 24 pack: Was £18.99, now £14.29, Amazon.co.uk
Batteries, we always need them and yet we never seem to have them. Well, now you can stop stealing them from the TV remote and stock up on some of the Duracell bunny’s best offerings. With a 25 per cent discount off the jumbo pack of 24 AA batteries, you’ll be positively full of energy.
Regina Blitz household towels 12 pack: Was £30, now £20.78, Amazon.co.uk
Spills and messes are inevitable in any household, so it’s always good to be prepared. And nothing sounds more prepared than 12 rolls of extra strong kitchen towels for more than 30 per cent off. These towels from Regina Blitz are made with a whole range of household tasks in mind from mopping and dusting to cleaning and shining. The three-ply design means it stands up strong against even the toughest of messes.
Felix as good as it looks mixed cat food 120 portions: Was £60.69, now £36.89, Amazon.co.uk
Stocking up on essentials is not only good for us, but also for our furry little friends. Helping to make sure we have their favourites on hand, Amazon has now slashed the price of Felix’s ‘good as it looks’ bulk box of cat food by almost 40 per cent. Made with no added artificial colourants or preservatives the recipes are made with your cat’s taste buds in mind, making delicious and exciting meals they are sure to love.
Earth Rated dog poo bags: Was £11.49, now £9.29, Amazon.co.uk
Not the most glamorous product perhaps, but for dog owners poo-bags are more than essential. To help add some glamour to these essential items, Amazon has reduced this pack from the eco-friendly brand Earth Rated by 20 per cent. The bags themselves are made using plastics that would be otherwise bound for landfill. Plus they’re lavender scented, to help soften an otherwise less-than-fun task.
The Cheeky Panda bamboo toilet rolls bulk buy: Was £39.99, now £30.97, Amazon.co.uk
Currently reduced by 23 per cent this pack of toilet rolls impresses with their eco-friendly credentials. The brand featured in our favourite eco-friendly cleaning products roundup, due to their dedication to eco-conscious products that still perform to a high calibre, and these loo rolls are no different. Made exclusively using bamboo, with no plastics in site, the paper is both naturally softer than competitors and sourced sustainably.
Oral-B 3D white clinical whitening restore diamond clean toothpaste: Was £15.99, now £5.10, Amazon.co.uk
A tube of toothpaste is a staple of any bathroom, and this whitening one from Oral B is a tried-and-tested IndyBest favourite, with our tester voting it the best toothpaste for clean-feeling teeth. Right now, at Amazon, you can snap up a tube with a whopping 68 per cent off the original price.
Mr Muscle drain unblocker, two pack: Was £8.56, now £5.70, Amazon.co.uk
Drain unblocker may not be the most glamorous item in your basket, but it’s definitely essential. Blocked showers and sinks will be a distant memory with this duo deal, which means you can get two bottles of Mr Muscle for 36 per cent off.
Cheeky Panda bamboo anti-bacterial surface wipes: Was £5.99, now £4.78, Amazon.co.uk
Keeping us environmentally conscious, Cheeky Panda’s bamboo antibacterial wipes are now reduced by 20 per cent. The wipes are made from FSC forest-certified bamboo and the solution itself is made from simply water, aloe vera and fruit extracts, so it will be tough on mess but kind on your hands. Our tester said, “ We found the wipes surprisingly strong, and they make cleaning up after sticky little fingers a doddle.”
Oatly Barista Oat Drink Long Life 6x1Litre: Was £12.60, now £8.51, Amazon.co.uk
Could there be a worse feeling than realising you’ve run out of milk? With this six pack of Oatly’s iconic barista-style oat milk, you can stockpile for less. Creamier than other oat milks with a tasty flavour, this dairy alternative is a go-to for cooking, coffee and more. Perfect for plant-based diets, this multipack is now 32 per cent less in the Big Deal sale.
Bio-Kult advanced multi-strain formulation, digestive system: Was £19.98, now £13.48, Amazon.co.uk
Looking after our health and wellness is definitely essential, but it can also sometimes seem like a costly task. Right now, however, this expert-rated supplement for gut health has 30 per cent off at Amazon. In our article, NHS GP Dr Raj Arora described this product as: “A simple, affordable probiotic”, containing “14 strains of live bacteria”.
BYOMA brightening body wash: Was £11.99, now £9.49, Amazon.co.uk
Byoma is one of our favourite budget beauty brands, providing effective products that are wallet-friendly. Now, thanks to a discount of more than 20 per cent at Amazon, you can try out Byoma’s body washes for yourself. All three types of body wash (sensitive, hydrating and brightening) are on sale. We picked Byoma’s facewash as our favourite budget cleanser, and we suspect the body wash will be just as gentle yet effective.
Method antibacterial all purpose cleaner: Was £4, now £3.40, Amazon.co.uk
We’re big fans of Method at IndyBest, with its washing-up liquid making into our review of the best eco-friendly cleaning products. As such, you can trust that its anti-bac all-purpose cleaner will perform. And with that zesty orange and lime scent, you’ll actually look forward to wiping down your surfaces with this one.
UniBond aero 360 moisture absorber: Was £12, now £11.50, Amazon.co.uk
With autumn already serving up several downpours, we think a dehumidifier falls under the household essentials umbrella. You don’t have to pay through the nose for one though – this non-electric option from Unibond now costs less in Amazon’s Big Deal Days sale. It features in our best dehumidifiers guide, with our writer finding that using it in their home “sucked up all the condensation that usually appeared [by windows]” and “left a fresher smell around the place”.
Faith In Nature lavender and geranium liquid hand wash: Was £50, now £32.39, Amazon.co.uk
We love Faith In Nature’s sweet-smelling eco-friendly products here at IndyBest, frequently featuring them in our round-ups, such as our guide to the best shampoos. Now, you can grab the brand’s jumbo-sized hand wash, which is ideal for top-ups, reducing unnecessary plastic consumption. The ingredients comprise organic active naturals, and you can save 30 per cent on the price at Amazon right now.
When is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days?
The online shopping giant’s sale began on 8 October and will run until 11.59pm on 9 October, so, there’s still time to snap up a deal.
What is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days?
This is one of Amazon’s major sale events, which see the online retailer slash prices on big-name brands. The sale is sitewide, extending to beauty, tech, fitness, kitchenware and so much more.
However, to benefit from these sales events, shoppers must be Amazon Prime members. Luckily, it’s very easy to sign up, and you can even score a free trial. Usually, Amazon Prime costs £8.99 per month or £95 a year, which works out to £7.92 a month. As well as access to exclusive sales events, membership also gives you access to Amazon Prime Video’s back catalogue, as well as free next-day and same-day delivery, Prime Reading, Amazon Music, Prime Gaming, Deliveroo Plus and the Prime Day sale.
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