Black Friday 2024 – live: Latest offers on Lego, plus Nike, Gtech and more
Retailers are kicking off early, with deals on everything from the Toniebox to Jo Malone
With just over a fortnight to go, the Black Friday sales are coming in hot. From Currys and Argos to Boots and Shark, we’re already seeing a bunch of early savings from major brands and retailers, so you can start your shopping right away.
You’ll find the creme de la creme of deals so far in our shopping guides, plus, for a real-time stream of discounts and Black Friday news, our liveblog has you covered.
Whatever you’re looking for in the sales, whether that be a TV, laptop, mattress or beauty products, the steepest discounts aren’t necessarily the most covetable deals. The best savings are on products that are actually worth your money, so, we’ll be highlighting deals on products we’ve tested ourselves.
In terms of the brands and retailers already on the Black Friday train (ahead of the official sale dates of 29 November to 2 December), Samsung has started its sale, Oodie is offering 50 per cent off blanket hoodies and Dyson is offering hundreds of pounds off its products. Elsewhere, you can find bargains at Boots, Currys, Argos, LookFantastic and more, in what some are calling their biggest Black Friday sale ever.
We’ve been covering the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales for years here at IndyBest, so, we know how to spot a good deal from a dud. If it’s got a decent discount (and it’s worth your money), you’ll find it here.
Read more: Best early Black Friday deals to shop, according to a shopping expert
Looking for a Ninja air fryer deal?
The Currys Black Friday event is bigger than ever this year, with deals across hair tools, tech, appliances and more. If it’s an air fryer you’re after, I’ve spotted a Ninja deal that’s not to be missed.
Ninja air fryer AF100UK: Was £99.99, now £69.99, Currys.co.uk
Air fryers don’t have to be a clunky devices that dominate your kitchen counter space. There are sleek, space-saving options out there, too – like our favourite tried-and-tested compact air fryer from Ninja, which now comes with a 30 per cent discount at Currys. In our review of the best air fryers, our tester said of this model: “Despite using up to 75 per cent less fat than traditional frying methods, you still get a good crunch. Its generous 3.8l basket can fit a medium-sized chicken and allows you to air fry, roast, reheat and dehydrate.” What more could you want?
My top Black Friday shopping tips
Whether you’re looking to save on tech, fashion and home or kitchen gadgets, Black Friday is a date you absolutely need to bookmark. The mammoth sale, which takes place this month, sees all the hottest products plummet in price.
Our tech writer Alex has been covering and tracking discounts in the Black Friday sales for eight years now. He can confirm it really is the best time to find a super discount on items for yourself or gifts for Christmas.
But when almost every retailer under the sun participates in the Black Friday sales, it can all get a little overwhelming. Where do you go to find the best deals? How do you know who has the best savings? And are there any secrets to making the most of the sales?
Luckily, he’s on hand with his top tips for shopping the sale, which I’d suggest committing to memory ahead of the main event.
My Black Friday shopping tips to help you get the best deals
I’ve been covering the Black Friday sales for the past eight years, here’s everything I’ve learned
Looking for a heated clothes airer deal?
When it comes to doing the laundry in the depths of winter, there’s one appliance you may want to invest in: a heated clothes airer.
While a tumble dryer can cost up to £1.55 an hour to operate (depending on the model), a heated airer is a far more energy-efficient way to dry your clothes, as it is likely to cost less than 40p an hour to run.
Now, you can save even more money, thanks to early Black Friday deals. True to form, our team of shopping experts have rounded up the best heated clothes airer offers available:
Virgin Media is offering three months of free broadband for Black Friday
Looking for a new broadband provider? Virgin Media is offering a stellar deal for Black Friday, which means you can get three months of free broadband and a Disney + subscription.
Virgin Media broadband: Free until February 2024, Virginmedia.com
This year, Virgin Media is offering three months free with its Black Friday broadband deals. From broadband on its own to deals bundled with TV and a SIM. Even Sky Sports and Sky Cinema are up for grabs in this year’s sale - plus, three months of free Disney+. Simply enter your postcode to see if you’re eligible.
Amazon’s early Black Friday 2024 sale has landed
Online giant Amazon’s Black Friday sale is always one of the most hotly anticipated - and it’s just unveiled its event for 2024.
The retailer’s early deals have just dropped (think air fryers, cordless vacuums, mattresses and more) while the main event is set to kick off on the 21 November. So, you don’t have much longer to wait, but if you’re impatient to get shopping now, the team have rounded up the best early Amazon Black Friday deals below. Run, don’t walk.
Best Amazon Black Friday 2024 deals to expect
It’s never too early to prepare for the massive savings that will be on offer during Amazon’s Black Friday sale
PSA: Aldi’s Black Friday Specialbuys have landed
Aldi’s Specialbuys need little introduction. Twice a week (Thursday and Sunday), they hit the supermarket’s middle aisles, which are known as treasure troves of affordable and varied items you didn’t know you needed.
Although Black Friday doesn’t officially start until the end of the month, Aldi has kicked things off early, with a small selection of Black Friday Specialbuys having already hit the shelves.
With many keen to score great deals this Black Friday, you’ll want to be quick. To help, we’ve shared some of the early Black Friday Aldi Specialbuys that are in store now, as well as some speculation on other deals we expect to see in the coming weeks.
Aldi’s Black Friday Specialbuys have landed
The budget-friendly supermarket has kicked things off early
Save on Apple’s top-rated series 9 smartwatch
The early Apple deals are rolling in, with discounts on Apple Airpods, iPhones, Macbooks and more. If you’re in the market for a smartwatch upgrade, this is the deal worth paying attention to.
Apple Watch Series 9, GPS, 45mm: Was £303, now £281.47, Amazon.co.uk
Released last September, the Apple Watch Series 9 might not be the latest smartwatch in Apple’s repertoire but it’s still a very good model. Featuring an always-on display, it’s the new S9 processor that makes the Apple Watch stand out. Now discounted, this is well worth picking up if you’re in the market for a new smartwatch.
Best Apple Black Friday 2024 deals on iPhones, MacBooks and more
I’ve outlined all the Apple deals I expect to see during the big sale, plus offers to shop now
The Currys Black Friday sale includes this Dyson deal
Looking for a Dyson supersonic? You’re in luck, as there’s currently £50 off at Currys. The tool is the gold standard for salon-grade blow dries at home. Lightweight, quiet and super fast, it comes with various attachments for changing up your look. I invested last year and haven’t looked back.
Dyson supersonic hair dryer nickel/copper: Was £329.99, now £279.99, Currys.co.uk
Dyson’s supersonic hair dryer was hailed as “incredibly lightweight and cute” in our review, in which it was praised for being easy to use. Our tester also found that it delivers “a real punch of power for fast drying times”. It would make a lovely gift (for yourself or a loved one) this Christmas.
Good morning, shoppers
Welcome back to The Independent’s live coverage of the 2024 Black Friday sales. Myself and the team have been reporting on the event for years, so we know how to spot a deal from a dud.
In the weeks leading up to Black Friday, you can find a handpicked selection of the best early deals here and in our guides. Whether you’re shopping for a new pair of Airpods, cordless vacuum, laptop or jewellery, there’s a deal to delight.
Best early Black Friday deals 2024, according to a shopping expert
Shop offers ahead of the main event, with deals from Dyson, Apple, The Ordinary and more
Until tomorrow, deal hunters
That’s it from me today, but we’ll be back again tomorrow morning, with more Black Friday intel and top early deals worth having on your radar. Until then, you’ll find some of the most impressive savings in our shopping guides, including the ones below.
- Best early Black Friday beauty deals to shop now, on Charlotte Tilbury, Made By Mitchell and more
- Shark’s Black Friday sale has started, shop the best deals on vacuum cleaners and more
- Best early Black Friday tech deals, on Apple, Sony, Nintendo Switch, and more