Summer is over, and we have officially entered the holiday shopping season with some of the biggest deal events of the year. While Amazon's October Prime Day deals are happening now, you won't want to miss Walmart's holiday shopping event as it has one major advantage: Walmart allows you to shop for deals without a pricey membership. All you have to do is visit the site and start shopping.
Another major perk of the sale is that if you prefer in-person shopping, you can do so at Walmart and still take advantage of the sales from today through Sunday. These Walmart deals span every tech item you can think of and lots more, making this the perfect opportunity to purchase something you have been eyeing or get a head start on your holiday shopping.
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The first 12 hours of this deal event were open to Walmart+ members only, but now the sale is open to everyone. If you do want to join Walmart+, it's $98 for the year and comes with perks like free grocery delivery, free shipping with no order minimum, Parmount+ streaming, and more. You can also try a 30-day free trial. To make your Walmart deals shopping experience easier, I've rounded up some of the best deals below.
Our favorite Walmart deals right now
- Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch M1 Laptop for $649 (save $50): ZDNET first reviewed the M1 MacBook Air back in 2020, and then again in 2022, and both times concluded that the model is a solid option for users who want to keep the convenience of a lighter, portable model without sacrificing efficiency. Apple products rarely go on sale, so this is a deal worth checking out.
- Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) for $189 (save $60): If you are an Apple user and are interested in trying out a smartwatch for the first time, the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) is the perfect smartwatch for you. Despite its budget-friendly pricing, it has all the basic functions you need, including fitness tracking, heart-rate monitoring, sleep insights, Crash Detection, water resistance, and a good battery, earning it a spot as ZDNET's best Apple Watch for kids and first-time buyers.
- Apple Watch Series 9 45mm GPS + Cellular for $379 (save $150): Even though Apple released its Watch Series 10 last month, last year's Series 9 is still a very competitive model, packed with the latest and greatest features, even earning it a spot as the best Apple Watch for most people. The watch is $150 off in rge Midnight Aluminum Case colorway, making it a great time to buy it.
- Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum for $430 (save $220): If you are in the market for a more traditional vacuum instead of a robot vacuum, this is a great option as it is slim, cordless, and powerful. The best part is that you can save $100 now, and Dyson products don't go on sale often.
- Apple AirPods Max for $479 (save $70): The AirPods Max have a sleek look and fun colors to choose from while offering instant connectivity, multi-device switching, Transparency Mode, Spatial Audio, and exceptional sound. Because the AirPods Max are over-the-ear headphones, unlike the AirPods Pro, you can completely avoid them falling out of your ear, and the lightweight feel guarantees comfort for hours.
- Acer Nitro 31.5-inch Curved Gaming Monitor for $159 (save $70): Monitors can help upgrade any gaming or even work setup, but are typically a big investment. Despite boasting impressive features such as a curved 31.5-inch screen, you can buy the monitor today for nearly a third of the price.
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphone for $260 (save $120): ZDNET's headphone reviewer Jada Jones deemed the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones as "audiophile approved" with "unrivaled sound quality, a marathon battery, and all-day comfort." Despite only being released six months ago, they are already on sale, which is a pretty good offer.
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic for $298 (save $132): If you've been looking for a smartwatch, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is a great candidate with an AMOLED high-resolution display, a Samsung-unique rotating bezel, and classic, sleek look.
The best Walmart headphone and speaker deals
- Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $159 (save $191)
- Apple AirPods Max for $479 (save $70)
- Sony WH-1000XM5 for $298 (save $102)
- Soundcore by Anker Flare 2 Portable Speaker for $48 (save $31)
- Philips X3206 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker for $99 (save $70)
- JBL Clip 4 Ultra-portable Waterproof Speaker for $47 (save $28)
- JBL Pulse 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $185 (save $65)
- JBL Portable speaker with Bluetooth for $80 (save $50)
- JBL Xtreme 2 Portable Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $150 (save $50)
- JBL Pulse 4 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $120 (save $130)
- Restored Apple AirPods Pro White with Magsafe Charging Case for $117 (save $131)
- Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation) for $89 (save $40)
The best Walmart TV deals
- Onn 65-inch 4K UHD LED Roku Smart TV for $298 (save $50)
- Onn 98-inch Class 4K UHD (2160P) LED Roku Smart Television for $1,498 (save $500)
- Sony Bravia X93L 85-inch for $3,998 (save $501)
- Sony Bravia X90L 85-inch for $1,898 (save $1,001)
- TCL 43-inch 4K UHD QLED Smart TV for $198 (save $80)
- TCL 85-inch S Class 4K UHD HDR LED Smart TV for $778 (save $622)
- Sony Bravia 7 Mini LED 65-inch for $1,498 (save $502)
- Samsung Q80C 65-inch for $998 (save $501)
- Samsung 43-inch Class TU690T Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV for $218 (save $40)
- TCL 32-inch S Class 720P HD LED Smart TV with Google TV for $98 (save $30)
- TCL 32-inch Class 3-Series Full HD 1080p LED Smart Roku TV for $115 (save $13)
- VEAT00L 2.1ch Sound Bars for TV for $37 (save $163)
- TCL Alto 6 Dolby Audio 2 Channel Sound bar with Roku TV Ready for $38 (save $6)
- Philips 50-inch Class 4K Ultra HD for $248 (save $30)
- Roku Express HD Streaming Device for $17 (save $12)
- Roku Express 4K+ Streaming Player for $27 (save $12)
The best Walmart tablet and laptop deals
- Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch M1 Laptop for $649 (save $50)
- HP 15.6-inch Laptop Intel Core i5-1235U for $309 (save $290)
- HP Victus 15.6-inch Gaming Laptop for $514 (save $181)
- Acer Aspire 3, 15.6-inch for $445 (save $54)
- Apple 10.2-inch 64GB 2021 iPad for $224 (save $105)
- Apple Pencil (1st Generation) for $80 (save $20)
- Lenovo Ideapad 1 15.6-inch Laptop for $301 (save $38)
- Lenovo Ideapad 3i 15.6-inch Touchscreen Business Laptop for $359 (save $639)
- Lenovo Legion Slim 5 16-inch Gaming Laptop for $849 (save $551)
- Lenovo IdeaPad 1i 15.6-inch Laptop Intel Celeron N4500 for $129 (save $141)
- ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6-inch Windows Laptop Intel Core i3-N305 for $249 (save $80)
- Lenovo IdeaPad 3i 15-inch Windows Laptop Intel Core i7-1255U for $479 (save $391)
- HP 15.6-inch Windows Laptop Intel Processor N200 4GB RAM 128GB for $199 (save $180)
- MSI Thin 15.6 inch FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop Intel Core for $599 (save $100)
- Acer Chromebook 315 15.6 inch Laptop Intel Processor N4500 for $139 (save $40)
- HP Chromebook x360 14-inch FHD IPS Touch 2-in-1 Laptop for $199 (save $230)
- HP Envy x360 15.6 inch FHD Touch 2-in-1 for $729 (save $370)
The best Walmart vacuum deals
- iRobot Roomba Combo j7+ for $699 (save $117)
- Dyson V7 Advanced Cordless Vacuum Cleaner for $260 (save $140)
- Shark Matrix Robot Vacuum for $230 (save $70)
- Shark IQ 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop for $249 (save $201)
- Shark HydroVac Cordless Pro 3 in 1 Vacuum, Mop & Self-Cleaning System for $139 (save $111)
- Shark HydroVac 3in1 Vacuum, Mop & Self-Cleaning Corded System for $119 (save $91)
- ONSON Robot Vacuum Cleaner, 2 in 1 Mop Combo for $90 (save $270)
- GOOVI Robot Vacuum Mop Combo for $108 (save $262)
- Dirt Devil Smart Robot Vacuum for $99 (save $70)
- Ionvac SmartClean 2000 Robovac for $59 (save $70)
- Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Auto-Empty Dock for $359 (save 510)
- Tineco A10-D Plus - Cordless Ultralight Stick Vacuum Cleaner for $99 (save $50)
- Dirt Devil Cordless Standing Stick Vacuum for $139 (save $30)
- Dirt Devil Portable Carpet & Upholstery Spot Cleaner for $65 (save $34)
- Hoover ONEPWR Emerge Essentials for $169 (save $30)
FAQs
What is the Walmart Deals event?
Walmart's October holiday deal event begins on Oct. 8 at 12 a.m. ET for Walmart+ members and Oct. 8 at 12 p.m. ET for everyone. The deals event ends six days later, on Oct. 13. The event's date was likely strategically planned to happen at the same time as Amazon Prime Day.
When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, popularly known as October Prime Day, is a two-day sales event for Prime members. This year, sales are live from Tuesday, Oct. 8, through Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Does Walmart price match Amazon deals?
Walmart does not price match competitor's online or in-store prices, including Amazon. However, we have found that many Amazon Prime Day deals can be found on Walmart. The major difference is that at Walmart, you do not need a Walmart+ subscription to shop the deals, whereas on Amazon, you need an Amazon Prime subscription.
How did we choose these Walmart deals?
ZDNET parsed through thousands of deals, identifying the ones that offer the best value. These metrics include factors such as ZDNET's expert reviews, the price drop, how often the item goes on sale, and, ultimately, its quality.