Best Buy Black Friday Sale: Early Discounts and Everything You Need to Prepare

Are you waiting until after Thanksgiving to start shopping Black Friday deals? If so, you could be missing out on some serious savings. Retailers like Best Buy are already dropping some early deals you don't want to miss. 

Whether you're eyeing big-ticket items like TVs and soundbars or you're looking for a cool new kitchen gadget, there's a lot to choose from. These deals mean you can start tackling your holiday shopping list early this year. Regardless of who you're shopping for, you're likely to find quality gifts for everyone on your list. 

To help you find the best offers, our CNET team of dedicated shopping experts has been putting in hundreds of hours each week sifting through pages and pages of early Black Friday deals. We focus on trusted brands and products we've reviewed to help ensure your hard-earned money goes a little farther this year. We've rounded up the very best deals available at Best Buy below, but you can also check out our roundup of the best Black Friday deals at Amazon, Walmart and others for even more bargains. 

Our absolute favorite Best Buy Black Friday deals

Best Buy has tons of excellent deals you can shop ahead of Black Friday, but these are our top picks for the overall best bargains available right now. 

These top-rated Beats earbuds boast premium audio and top-of-the-line noise-canceling capabilities. They are made with a lightweight design that has an integrated wingtip, designed to fit securely and comfortably in your ear. They are also water-resistant, so you can bring them on any adventure.

OLED TVs have some of the best screens you can get. We normally recommend a display that is 55 inches or larger for your main entertainment system, but this 48-inch B4 model from LG is perfect for a bedroom or office. With an $800 discount, it's a great way to get an OLED screen for less than half its usual price. 

Make your holiday cleanup a bit easier with almost half off a robot vacuum. This Roborock vacuum comes with a self-emptying dock, giving you a true hands-free experience. It's also a two-in-one vacuum and mop. Pet owners, take note. Our editors ranked this as the best robot vacuum for pet hair and plush carpets.

Black Friday is a great time to upgrade your iPad. Right now, you can get $50 off Apple's latest entry-level iPad. It comes complete with a 10.9-inch display, USB-C connector and Wi-Fi 6 support. It also offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, as well as Center Stage, which makes this a solid iPad for video-calling or streaming. 

The second-gen Apple Watch SE is one of our favorite smartwatches, earning a CNET Editors' Choice Award. It has virtually the same performance as the Series 8 watch, but at a much lower price. This budget option can do all the basics, like monitor exercise, sleep and heart rate. And it's got a crash detection feature as well.

Best Buy Black Friday tech deals

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• MacBook Air M3 13.6-inch laptop: $999 (save $100)
• MacBook Pro M3 14-inch laptop: $1,499 (save $300)
• Seagate 1TB storage expansion card for Xbox Series X|S: $150 (save $50)
• Samsung Galaxy Book3 360: $397 (save $1,153)
  
• Sony WHCH720N headphones: $130 (save $20)
• Beats Studio Buds: $90 (save $50)
  
• JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth speaker: $110 (save $20)
• LG 65-inch C3 Series OLED 4K smart TV: $1,400 (save $200)
• Sony ULT FIELD 7 wireless speaker: $400 (save $100)
• LG wireless soundbar with subwoofer and rear speaker: $250 (save $150)
• Sony HT-S2000 Dolby Atmos soundbar: $300 (save $200)
• Samsung 75-inch The Frame Series QLED 4K TV: $2,300 (save $700)
• LG 5.1.3 channel soundbar: $680 (save $120)
• Meta Quest 3 virtual reality headset: $500 (save $150)
• Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4: $949 (save $50)
• Apple iPad 10.9-inch 10th-gen 64GB: $299 (save $50)

Best Buy Black Friday home deals

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• Keurig K-Select: $100 (save $50)
• Bella Pro Series 8-quart air fryer: $70 (save $40)
• Instant Pot Pro 8-quart electric pressure cooker: $150 (save $20)
  
• Ninja Mega Kitchen System blender bundle: $100 (save $100)
  
• KitchenAid bread bowl with baking lid: $100 (save $30)
• Dyson V15 Detect Extra cordless vacuum: $650 (save $150)
• GE Profile semi-automatic espresso machine: $366 (save $213 for Best Buy members only)
  
• Ninja Foodi 10-quart dual-basket air fryer: $130 (save $120)
• Dyson Hot and Cool HP10 air purifier: $430 (save $100)
  
• Skylight 15-inch touchscreen smart calendar: $270 (save $50 for Best Buy members only)
• Ninja Nutri-Blender Pro with Auto-iQ: $60 (save $40)
• Ninja 7-style espresso & coffee barista system: $180 (save $70)
• Bird Buddy smart bird feeder with solar roof: $239 (save $61)

Best Buy Black Friday health and fitness deals

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• Etekcity smart fitness scale: $21 (save $9)
  
• Shark SmoothStyle heated comb and blow dryer brush: $70 (save $30)
  
• Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 electric trimmer: $30 (save $8)
  
• Waterpik Ultra water flosser: $50 (save $20)
  
• NordicTrack RW900 rower: $1,700 (save $300)
  
• Sharper Image hot and cold body wrap: $20 (save $5)
  
• Urevo SP1 Lite under desk treadmill: $180 (save $70)
  
• Omron 10 Series wireless blood pressure monitor: $90 (save $20 for Best Buy members only)
  

Best Buy Black Friday toys and games deals

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• Madden NFL 25 standard edition, Xbox Series X, Xbox One: $40 (save $30)
• Lego Botanical Collection flower bouquet: $48 (save $12 for Best Buy members only)
• NBA 2K25 standard edition, PlayStation 5: $50 (save $20)
• Costway 37-key kids piano keyboard playset: $45 (save $45)
• Razor MX350 Dirt Rocket eBike: $250 (save $150 for Best Buy members only)
• Barbie The Movie Corvette remote control vehicle: $37 (save $18 for Best Buy members only)
• Grand Theft Auto V standard edition, Xbox Series X: $20 (save $20)
• What Do You Meme? card game: $24 (save $6)
• Jazwares Squishmallows 16-inch plush: $20 (save $5)
  
• Madden 24 PS5: $30 (save $40)
• Costway 2-in-1 kids basketball arcade and sticky balls game: $40 (save $20)
  

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When is Best Buy's Black Friday sale? 

Best Buy has not announced any set dates for its Black Friday sale this year, though in the past, the online retailer has kicked off its official sale about a week before Black Friday, which is on Nov. 29 this year. If the same pattern is followed, the sale should start around Nov. 22. But there are already tons of early deals you can start shopping now.

The savings will continue well after Nov. 29, too. The Black Friday sale takes us right into Cyber Week beginning on Monday, Dec. 2. You're likely to see many of the same discounts continuing through Cyber Week and even some brand-new offers. However, there is no guarantee that deals live on Black Friday will still be available during Cyber Week. So if you see something you like, don't wait. 

What kind of Black Friday deals will be available at Best Buy? 

We are expecting many items across the board to be on sale at Best Buy for Black Friday. But from past experience, we know the retailer will be offering savings on tech gadgets, appliances, home goods, fitness equipment, toys and much more. We expect big price drops on electronics like TVs, laptops and more.

Do I need a membership to shop Best Buy's Black Friday sale?

No, a Best Buy membership is not required to shop Best Buy's Black Friday sale. However, there will be some deals and discounts that are exclusively available to those who do have a membership. This can include members-only offers or additional savings for members on already-discounted products.