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Black Friday 2024 live: Cyber Monday deals on Nespresso, Jo Malone, Samsung Galaxy tabs and more
Our shopping experts' top Black Friday deal picks from today's sales on Apple MacBooks, Amazon tech, Pandora jewellery, Boots perfumes and more
Calling all deal hunters: it’s the penultimate day of the Black Friday sales, and soon the likes of Amazon, Currys, Pandora, Boots, Argos, John Lewis and more will begin to pull their discounts off the shelf. But with two days of bargains left to go, it’s here where you’ll find the latest discounts and deals – as well as our expert shopping tips.
Whether you’re after beauty products, a high-spec laptop, a new mattress or an upgraded TV, Black Friday is second to none when it comes to the sheer number of deals available. To help you save on your next purchase, the IndyBest team of shopping experts are here all Sunday, as well as Cyber Monday, working around the clock to bring you the best discounts on our tried and tested favourites.
Having covered Black Friday for years, we are well-versed in spotting a good deal from a dud – and we’d only ever recommend you buy something if it comes tried and tested or from a brand or retailer we trust. Without further ado, let’s go shopping!
Read more: Best Black Friday deals to shop, according to a shopping expert
Shop half price Oodie blanket hoodies
Each winter, blanket hoodies are among the hottest buys – and one brand in particular dominates the market: Oodie. Luckily, if you’re looking to save on one of Oodie’s coveted wearable throws, the brand is offering 50 per cent off blanket hoodies, weighted blankets and more in its mega Black Friday event.
Listen up: These are the headphones deals to know
Whether you’re after a pair of noise-cancelling headphones for your commute or a set of workout earbuds, Black Friday is the best time to upgrade your cans for less.
Amazon, Currys, Argos and John Lewis are all offering big discounts on headphones and earbuds from the likes of Apple, Sony, Bose, Sennheiser, Beats and more.
If you’re looking for a new pair of headphones, our expert tech team has found the best deals to shop right now (you’re welcome).
Best Black Friday headphone deals, picked by a tech expert
I’ve been testing headphones and earbuds for years – all my favourites from Bose, Beats and more have plummeted in price this Black Friday
Tick off your early Christmas shopping with these toy deals
Black Friday is an event that many savvy parents use as an opportunity to stockpile Christmas gifts and snap up some bargains (on behalf of Santa, of course).
Thanks to discounts from the likes of Very, Argos, Amazon, John Lewis and Smyths, you can save on household names such as Lego, Barbie, Disney and Hot Wheels.
To help you on your search, our resident parent and assistant eCommerce editor Sarah has found the best toy deals to shop now – think Vtech, Toniebox and more.
Best Black Friday kids’ toy deals, from Lego sets to Barbie
Save big on everything from stocking fillers to puzzles, games and dolls
Don’t miss this deal on the Hotel Chocolat velvetiser
Now that it’s hot chocolate season, it’s the perfect time to invest in Hotel Chocolat’s velvetiser. With this deal at Amazon, which is also avaiable at Very, you can save £20 when you buy the hot chocolate making machine.
Hotel Chocolat velvetiser starter kit: Was £109.95, now £89.95, Amazon.co.uk
Similar to a milk frother, the Hotel Chocolate velvetier beats and whisks the milk and chocolate powder together, to create a silky-smooth mixture with a frothy top. When reviewing the Hotel Chocolat velvetiser, our writer said: “It takes two and a half minutes to make a Willy Wonka-worthy hot chocolate”, adding that the finished result was “rich and frothy and felt really luxurious”. Surely the perfect antidote to this snowy spell?
Hotel Chocolat velvetiser has never been so cheap, thanks Black Friday
The hot chocolate maker has surged to cult status since its launch, and is rarely on sale, so act fast
My favourite budget mascara is on sale
Maybelline New York lash sensational sky high mascara is one of my favourite budget beauty buys (there’s a reason why it went viral on TikTok viral). It’s also earned a permanent spot in assistant eCommerce editor’s Sarah’s make-up bag. Find out why in her full review.
Maybelline New York lash sensational sky high mascara: Was £12.99, now £6.49, Amazon.co.uk
Maybelline’s New York sensational sky high mascara boasts a uniquely designed brush that’s long, thin and densely packed with tiny little plastic bristles. This makes it ideal for getting to hard-to-reach areas and easy to manoeuvre from all angles with minimal mess. In Sarah’s in-depth review of the mascara, she raved about the tiny bristles that line the wand, which she found “helped comb through each and every lash – yes, even those pesky ones right in the corner”. You can pick it up for nearly half price right now.
Save 33% on Crocs for Black Friday
Crocs are a bit marmite, but no one can deny their pure practicality and comfort (especially on holiday or in a festival field). Now, you can save 33 per cent for Black Friday.
Crocs classic, lilac: Was £45, now £29.99, Schuh.co.uk
Featuring in my review of the best women’s clogs round-up, the comfort of these Crocs eventually won me over. Crafted from a soft rubber-like material and the company’s own “Croslite” technology, the shoes promise to mould to your feet – and that, they do. Combine this with the heel strap for a more secure fit and ventilation ports, and we can see why they’ve become a staple of off-duty style.
Top dehumidifier deals
A must-have during winter, dehumidifiers are a non-negotiable for keeping damp and mould at bay. The best dehumidifier, according to our reviewer, is the Duux bora smart dehumidifier, and it’s now reduced by £50 at Currys (was £299.99, now £249, Currys.co.uk). Elsewhere, you can save on top models from Sharp, De’longhi and more.
Russell Hobbs fresh air dehumidifier: Was £51.99, now £39.99, Amazon.co.uk
This fresh air dehumidifier was recommended by our reviewer for small spaces and rooms up to 15 square metres, as it’s “so compact it will sit neatly on your shelves or sideboard, without you even realising it’s there”. Currently discounted by 25 per cent at Amazon, it’s both quiet and easy to use, according to our reviewer, as there’s “just one simple button to switch it on and get it to work”.
Best Black Friday dehumidifier deals for 2024
Tackle damp for a fraction of the cost, with these Black Friday deals at Currys and beyond
Top tips for shopping Black Friday, according to experts
The IndyBest and I have been covering Black Friday for years now, so we know the tips and tricks for making the best of the sale.
To help you navigate the Black Friday offers, Alex has put together a handy list of his top Black Friday tips, so you can ensure you’re getting the very best deal and aren’t left paying more than you should. From comparing prices on rival sites to the fake discounts you should ignore, make you sure to have a read before shopping the sale.
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
The best Amazon cleaning and household deals
Amazon is the best destination online for stocking up on household essentials and cleaning products - especially during the Black Friday sales.
From this affordable Shark steam mop (was £69.99, now £39.99, Amazon.co.uk) and Finish dishwasher tablets (was £19, now £14, Amazon.co.uk) to a pack of six Detoll surface cleaners (was £11.94, now £10, Amazon.co.uk) to a pack of 24 toilet rolls (was £34, now £28, Amazon.co.uk), now’s the time to add boring, but necessary, buys to your basket.
Save 33% on this top-rated Samsung tablet
According to our resident tech expert Steve, this is the deal on a Samsung tablet that is most worth your attention.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9: Was £899, now £599, Amazon.co.uk
The Galaxy Tab S9 was my pick of the best tablets until it was replaced by the S10 earlier this year, but it remains a brilliant Android tablet with plenty of performance and a bright and punchy OLED display. The 11in device is ideal for watching entertainment on the go, features an auto-framing selfie camera for video calls, and has the S Pen stylus included for free.
Best Samsung deals for Black Friday 2024
You can save £200 on the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Galaxy Z Flip 6