October marks Amazon’s second biggest Prime Day of the year. The retail giant’s sale event “Prime Big Deal Days” will officially be held tomorrow and Wednesday — October 8th and 9th — But sales are already happening across the site, from power plants to paper towels.
You probably know that you can save hundreds of dollars on big-ticket items, from laptops to TVs and everything in between. But Prime Day is also a great time to purchase fun and quirky items at significantly more affordable prices. From fun little gadgets to unconventional accessories, there are plenty of options for those looking to add a little fun to their shopping cart without costing an arm and a leg.
This story is part of amazon prime dayCNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals.
For those who prefer a strategic approach to shopping, we’ve compiled a list of the best deals across Amazon Prime Day, the best deals under $50 or $100, and specific discounts on Amazon devices. Also keep an eye out for competitive sales at other big retailers like Walmart and Best Buy.
But if you’re looking for stocking stuffers, fun trinkets, and white elephant gifts to share with co-workers, read on for a hand-picked selection of Amazon sales to add to your digital cart.
Keep your fingers clean (without slicing) with this tin colander.
Are green beans too juicy? Is there too much water in the tuna? Place this colander over the can and pour out any excess liquid without messing up the other dishes.
Hear the world’s loudest whistle wherever you are
Call the kids back inside for dinner, become an amateur referee, or even keep this super loud whistle on hand for personal safety. 142dB output allows you to hear up to 2 miles away.
Roll this keyboard up and stuff it
You never know when you’ll need a keyboard to use on your phone or tablet. Keep this handy, collapsible, full-sized silicone unit in your car, briefcase, or as a replacement. It’s quiet, waterproof, dustproof, lightweight, and it goes without saying that it’s fun to type on.
Please put your favorite message on the cookie
Make customized cookies using these silicone letter molds. With 84 letters and symbols to choose from, it’s perfect for names, phrases, and even song lyrics from the Swifties on your list.
Remove loose screws with this magnetic wristband
How many times have you dropped a screw or a small washer you needed for a project and just couldn’t find it? Thanks to powerful neodymium magnets, this wristband keeps all your important tools and essentials close at hand for your next project. I’m fully prepared.
Breaking a cardboard box? No sweat!
If you receive a lot of packages or tend to generate a lot of cardboard waste, use this cardboard cutter to cut out your boxes. Thanks to the extremely fine serrations, you are guaranteed to deal with the mess in a short time without getting hurt.
fry meat and vegetables on the stove
Craving fried food? There is no need to invest in large-scale assembly for the kitchen. This stovetop deep fryer will help you fry everything from delicious Japanese tempura to fried Oreos and can be used on gas, induction, or electric stoves.
Charge your phone while using it as a display
At the end of a long day, give your phone a boost with this attractive MagSafe compatible stand. Put your phone in standby mode to display an elegant clock, or use the stand to hold your device at the perfect angle for video calls or watching your favorite shows.
Please hold the call! This cat smartphone stand is too cute
Stop leaning your phone against a lamp or bookshelf and give it its own home. These cute cats use their little paws to hold your device, so you don’t have to find a random spot. And since it’s adorable, it technically has two functions.
Take this outlet adapter with you on cruises and travels
Whether you spend a lot of time on a cruise ship and wish you had more outlets, or space is at a premium in your home, you can always use a few more outlets. The cube plugs into your existing outlet and acts as an additional outlet and USB-C and USB-A ports for any charging you need.
Who doesn’t need a magnetic phone stand on top of their water bottle?
Have an iPhone? Have a Yeti Rambler water bottle? You’ve unlocked Level 2 multitasking. This magnetic phone stand attaches to your bottle so you can sip or chug water while checking out your favorite shows or movies. The MagSafe stand magically holds things so you can have hands-free fun.
Remove pet hair without disposable glue or tape.
Is there pet hair everywhere? Roll it up with this reusable lint roller. Remove pesky hair and fur from everything from couches to pillows to beds by rolling it back and forth against every surface. Press the release button to empty the hair trap and return to the hair trap until there is no hair left. Easy, easy.
Opening a bottle of wine has never been easier
Need to open a bottle of wine? Don’t sit there and struggle. Use this automatic corkscrew opener that can handle the hard work for you. Simply place it on top of your wine bottle and watch it open with the press of a single button.
Get your skin super clean with a deep scrubber
Don’t wash your face only with your fingertips. This skin scrubber uses multiple attachments to clean more thoroughly and remove blackheads, oil, and other dirt particles for clearer, healthier-looking skin.
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