Cyber Monday deals 2023: when they start and what to expect in this year's sale

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Cyber Monday 2023

Cyber Monday 2023 is quickly closing in now so it's a fantastic time to get prepared for one of the biggest sales of the entire year. Our preparations are already well underway here at TechRadar and we've started to pack this page full of handy tips, FAQs, and everything you need to know to bag a bargain this November. It's also the page we'll be using to round up all the best Cyber Monday deals of 2023 as soon as they crop up so don't hesitate to bookmark and check in later.

We've covered Cyber Monday for a few years now and it's always been an awesome opportunity to snag a bargain on some of the best tech products around. TVs, laptops, headphones, and phones all have strong track records for Cyber Monday and Black Friday deals and we're expecting big things again this year. For a quick overview of what to expect, scroll to the bottom of this page where we've preserved a few of last year's best Cyber Monday deals to check out.

Overall, last year's Cyber Monday was a very strong retail event - both in the quality of the deals and in overall sales. Despite fears about inflation and tightening belts, online retail sales grew 5.8% over the previous year (according to Adobe) and most retailers offered extremely comprehensive sales.

According to Amazon, the most popular products in the Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday deals period included own-brand models like the Echo Dot, Fire TV Stick, and the Echo Show, as well as well-known favorites like the Nintendo Switch and AirPods Pro. A couple of non-tech top sellers were Connect 4, apparel from Champion, and Burt’s Bees Christmas gifts. We actually featured a couple of these items during our Cyber Monday deals coverage last year and we're expecting to do the same in the upcoming sale so stay tuned for plenty of recommendations!

Today's best sales ahead of Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday deals 2023: Key information

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When is Cyber Monday 2023?

Cyber Monday 2023 will fall on November 27th this year, so mark that date down in your calendar if you're looking to bag a bargain in one of the biggest shopping events of the year. Cyber Monday deals directly follow Black Friday on November 24th for reference.

Are Cyber Monday deals better than Black Friday?

In short, no – Cyber Monday and Black Friday generally feature deals of similar quality. Both events also cover a similar range of categories

There have been a few attempts in recent years to distinguish these two events, with experts weighing in on the main differences when it comes to content. According to an interview conducted by Business Insider, Steve Koenig of the Consumer Technology Association stated that "Black Friday equals big-ticket items" and that "many [people's] purchases end up being for themselves or their own households". 

That generally correlates with our own observations here at TechRadar– Black Friday tends to be the big event where people look for that new iPad or TV for their home, while the following Cyber Monday event has more of a 'Christmas gift' vibe, where people pick up those miscellaneous items.

Because the Cyber Monday deals are often a continuation of those offered in the Black Friday sales, it's generally a good idea to shop earlier if you're after something in demand. Last year, we saw quite a few Apple items, TVs, laptops, and consoles sell out before Cyber Monday rolled around, so be aware of that.

Is Cyber Monday too late to get a good deal?

It's not extremely common but over the past few years we have seen some of the better deals on things like cheap laptops, Apple products, and consoles sell out within hours of being posted in rare cases. If you think you'll be shopping for a popular product then it's generally a good idea to try and pick it up sooner rather than later.

With all that said, there will still be thousands upon thousands of Cyber Monday deals on offer in 2023 - some of which may even be better than those offered on Black Friday.

What Cyber Monday deals do we expect in 2023?

There's no true way to know for certain what Cyber Monday holds in store for us, but we can paint a good picture of what to expect based on last year's sale. 

2022's event included record-breaking discounts on some of our favorite products here at TechRadar, including the LG C2 OLED, the MacBook Air M1, and the Dell XPS. We also saw some superb discounts on small kitchen appliances like Instant Pots, coffee machines, and Shark vacuum cleaners. Generally speaking, we're expecting Cyber Monday deals 2023 to follow a very similar pattern to last year's - which you can check out in more detail at the bottom of the page.

Cyber Monday deals 2023: buying advice

Cyber Monday deals: what to expect

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How to get the best Cyber Monday deals in 2023

First things first, we'll be rounding up all the best Cyber Monday deals right here, so if you want an easy-to-navigate index of expert recommendations, just simply bookmark this page and revisit. 

Regardless of whether you'll be flying solo or not, however, we do still have some tips to help score the best possible Cyber Monday deals.

1. Check in early
As with the prior Black Friday deals (which happen the week before), we always recommend checking in early to see what's on sale. While it's not always a case of the 'early bird gets the worm', there are sometimes flash sales on sites like Amazon which are available for a limited time and in limited quantities. It's also likely that a lot of the best deals from Black Friday will spill over into the weekend too, so it's always worth it keeping an eye on things on Saturday and Sunday.

2. Know what you're looking for
We'd definitely recommend drawing up a basic shopping list or a list of requirements well before Cyber Monday lands. For example, if you're looking for gifts then shortlist a number of options based on personal research. If you're looking for something like a 4K TV, set your budget, determine what size you need, and do a bit of reading in regard to brands and features. Similarly, with laptops you should think about what kind of specs and power you'll need and visit sites like Dell and HP beforehand to gauge what they're likely to offer on the day.

3. Be prepared to buy alternatives
Following on from our second tip, we'd also recommend keeping an open mind in regard to what's exactly going to be on sale. You may have a crystal picture of the exact laptop you want to buy beforehand but find it's not as heavily reduced as another similar choice. In this case, it's often best to be brand-agnostic if you want to bag the best Cyber Monday deals.

Which retailers have the best Cyber Monday deals?

Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart tend to have the biggest overall sales over Cyber Monday – both in terms of the number of items on sale and in the steepness of the price cuts. We'd always advocate checking into those retailers first if you're looking for the juiciest deals, especially if it's on tech.

That said, there are a ton of other major stores that offer fantastic promotions over Cyber Monday. Big non-tech chains like Kohl's, Macy's, and Staples all run their own great sales which can cover everything from office furniture to clothing. Smaller, more specialized retailers are also fantastic if you know what you're looking for – think B&H Photo, Samsung, and DJI.

We've rounded up a few 'mini-reviews' for the top Cyber Monday retailers just down below, based on our own experience from covering their events.

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Amazon Cyber Monday deals
Amazon's best Cyber Monday deals generally revolve around its own range of smart home and streaming devices. Expect record low or close to record low prices on things like Fire TV Sticks, Echo devices, Kindles, and Fire tablets. Another key area will be consumer electronics, including Apple, Samsung, and Sony products. With all that said, the vastness of Amazon's inventory makes it a great choice for everything from clothes to health and beauty deals. 

Shop the latest Amazon sale

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Best Buy Cyber Monday deals
Best Buy always runs fantastic Cyber Monday deals on tech and small appliances, namely things like cheap 4K TVs, laptops, Chromebooks, FitBits, and Coffee machines. For cheap electronics, it's up there with both Amazon and Walmart and it's also particularly good for appliances. If you're on the hunt for a cheap air fryer or pressure cooker then Best Buy is going to be able to hook you up this November.

Shop the current Best Buy deals

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Walmart Cyber Monday deals
Walmart was one of the only retailers to offer a distinct lineup of deals for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday last year, not simply offering a continuation. Small appliances like pressure cookers and air fryers tend to be particularly good value at Walmart and you'll also find a ton of good options for cheap 4K TVs. Chromebooks and headphones also had great sales, although Walmart's sales in general didn't cover quite as much ground as Amazon's or Best Buy's.

Shop the current Walmart deals

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Dell Cyber Monday deals
For cheap laptops it's usually hard to beat Dell's Cyber Monday deals. The official Dell retailer stocks plenty of machines of varying price points and last year's sale offered price cuts of up to 50% off on certain models. For a reliable cheap laptop, check out Dell's range of Inspiron models and also it's Chromebooks. For those on the hunt for something a little more special, consider Dell's XPS line of ultrabooks and its Alienware branded gaming laptops. 

Shop the latest Dell sales here

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Apple Cyber Monday deals
We've never seen Apple offer big upfront discounts over Cyber Monday but it does often have a gift card scheme that gives you vouchers to spend towards additional purchases. Apple does also run its own trade-in program that can be handy if you're looking to save some cash on new tech - iPhones in particular. Note that this program is available all year round but often features slightly better rebate terms over sales periods like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. For upfront discounts, however, we highly recommend heading on over to Amazon, Best Buy, or Walmart.

Shop the latest Apple sale here

Last year's best Cyber Monday deals

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LG C2 65-Inch 4K Smart TV (2022): was $2,099.99 now $1,699.99 at Best Buy
Today's best Cyber Monday TV deal is LG's brilliant C2 OLED TV on sale for $1,699.99 - the lowest price we've ever seen. Rated as our best TV of 2022, the LG C2 packs a stunning OLED display, an a9 Gen5 AI Processor, Dolby Atmos, and voice control. If you want the latest and greatest TV, then this deal is for you. 

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Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso Machine by De'Longhi: was $179 now $125.30 at Amazon
Amazon has the mega-popular Nespresso Vertuo Next coffee machine at $125.30 right now, which is just $20 shy of its lowest-ever price. That record was set in August 2020, and we haven't seen this particular model as low since May last year. It may drop down slightly more, but if you're keen to pick up a new machine right now, we'd suggest making use of this cracking discount. 

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Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook: was $300 $99 at Best Buy
Holy moly! This might be the best Cyber Monday Chromebook deal we've seen yet. Two-thirds shaved off the price of this budget Chrome laptop from Lenovo! Yes, the specs are fairly modest, but the IdeaPad 3 will do just fine for low-intensity office tasks or schoolwork.

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National Tree Company Pre-Lit 6.5-feet Slim Christmas Tree: was $299.99 now $177.99 at Amazon
If you haven't picked out your Christmas Tree this year, Amazon's Cyber Monday sale is offering a massive 41% discount on this 6.5-foot artificial tree. The top-rated Dunhill Fir Full is pre-lit with 450 white lights that remain lit even when a bulb goes out and features a slim design if you're working with a smaller space.`

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Xbox Series S + $40 gift card: was $299 now $239.99 at Amazon
The Xbox Series S might be the less powerful of Microsoft's current-gen systems, but it's still no slouch. Its lightning-quick 512GB SSD means your games load remarkably fast. The console also supports high-end features like VRR for more stable and consistent performance, and pairs excellently with a 1440p monitor. The addition of $40 in Amazon credit makes this deal even better right now.

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23andMe Health + Ancestry Personal Genetic Service: was $199 now $99 at Amazon
A unique Christmas gift idea for anyone on your list, you can score a massive 50% discount on the 23andMe DNA test, which brings the price down to a record low of $99. The DNA kit includes ancestry service plus more than 85 DNA-based online reports on health predispositions, carrier status, and traits with just one test.

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LG 70-inch UP7070 Series 4K UHD Smart TV: was $649.99 now $549.99 at Best Buy
A favorite Cyber Monday TV deal from Best Buy is this LG 70-inch 4K smart TV on sale for $549.99 - the lowest price we've seen and fantastic value for a big-screen 4K TV. The 70-inch packs LG's quad-core processor 4K for a premium picture experience and smart capabilities with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant for hands-free control.

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Oculus Quest 2 (128 GB) Cyber Monday bundle: was $469.99 now $349.99 at Amazon
If you've been after an Oculus Quest 2, this is the perfect time to pick one up. In our four-and-a-half-star review we commended the Quest 2's solid specs and easy-to-use nature, plus there are some great games on the platform (which this bundle includes two of: Beat Saber and Resident Evil 4 VR).

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Nectar Memory Foam Mattress: was from $599 now from $359 at Nectar
Another popular category during Cyber Monday is mattress deals, and Nectar just dropped a flash sale that offers 33% off everything. You can save up to $500 on the Memory Foam Mattress, which brings the queen size from $999 to $669 - which beats the deal in last year's sales. This is a great value lower-mid-range memory foam mattress, which we gave 4/5 stars in our Nectar Mattress review.

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Apple MacBook Air (2020): was $999 now $799 at Amazon
If you're looking for a MacBook in today's Cyber Monday deals, Amazon has slashed the price of the 2020 MacBook Air down to a record-low price of $799. The powerful 13-inch laptop delivers excellent performance thanks to Apple's M1 Chip and includes an ultra-thin design and an impressive battery life. It's fantastic value for money and the best deal you can find.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 series: up to $225 off, plus up to $600 off with trade-in at Samsung
Samsung's Cyber Monday deals are strong with a nice promotion on the Galaxy S22 series of smartphones. All three devices are available with a flat upfront discount of up to $225 and a hefty trade-in rebate of up to $600 on the Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus. The Ultra has an enhanced trade-in rebate of up to $600, so it's definitely worth upgrading to the more premium device if you've got the dough and a highly valued trade lined up.
Galaxy S22: $799 $324.99
Galaxy S22 Plus: $1,149 $349.99
Galaxy S22 Ultra:
$1,349 $374.99

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Bissell Spot Clean Pro Portable Carpet Cleaner: was $133 now $118 at Walmart
Bissell carpet cleaners have become all the rage lately, and Walmart has the Spot Clean Pro on sale for $118 - the best deal we've ever seen. Perfect for pet owners and parents, the portable carpet cleaner can magically erase spills and stains on carpets, couches, auto interiors, and more.

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Samsung 55-inch Q70A Series QLED 4K UHD Smart TV: was $1,099.99 now $899.99 at Samsung
Samsung's Cyber Monday sale includes a fantastic set of discounts on the mid-range 2021 Q70A series QLED TVs – a great choice middle ground between the Q60A and Q80A. This one's essentially packing the same ports (including HDMI 2.1) and beefy processor as the Q80BA, but has an edge-lit backlight display instead of full array. In layman's terms, it's just behind the more expensive display in HDR and viewing angles, but still great.

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Dell XPS 13: was $999 now $799 at Dell
The Dell XPS 13 has always been well reviewed by us, with the newest model getting a solid 4 out of 5 rating for its portability, performance, and beautiful design. This configuration sporting a 12th-Gen Intel Core i5, 8GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD is getting a sizable $260 discount. That’s 25% off the price tag.

Asus Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop: was $1,399 now $899.99 at Best Buy
Easily one of the best laptop deals in the entire Best Buy sale, the Asus Zephyrus G14 has never been cheaper. This is one of our favorite gaming laptops thanks to its fantastic combination of portability and power. This particular model features a speedy RTX 3060 graphics card, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, and a Ryzen 7-5800HS processor. All in all, this is a fantastic price for a machine with these specs, and the fact that the G14 features a lovely premium design and compact form factor makes it even better value.

Asus Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop: was $1,399 now $899.99 at Best Buy
Easily one of the best laptop deals in the entire Best Buy sale, the Asus Zephyrus G14 has never been cheaper. This is one of our favorite gaming laptops thanks to its fantastic combination of portability and power. This particular model features a speedy RTX 3060 graphics card, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, and a Ryzen 7-5800HS processor. All in all, this is a fantastic price for a machine with these specs, and the fact that the G14 features a lovely premium design and compact form factor makes it even better value.

Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote: was $49.99 now $24.99 at Amazon
If you're looking to stream your content in 4K resolution, Amazon has a massive 50% discount on the Fire TV Stick 4K which brings the price down to a record low of $24.99. The best-selling Fire Stick allows you to stream your favorite content in 4K Ultra HD resolution with support for Dolby Vision, HDR, HDR10+, and Amazon Alexa for hands-free control.

Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote: was $49.99 now $24.99 at Amazon
If you're looking to stream your content in 4K resolution, Amazon has a massive 50% discount on the Fire TV Stick 4K which brings the price down to a record low of $24.99. The best-selling Fire Stick allows you to stream your favorite content in 4K Ultra HD resolution with support for Dolby Vision, HDR, HDR10+, and Amazon Alexa for hands-free control.

Bella Pro 2QT Air Fryer: was $44.99 now $19.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy users, who’ve rated this a 4.5 out of 5, love the size of the Bella Pro Air Fryer as it’s perfect for making food for one to two people and is easy to tuck away since it doesn’t require a lot of counter space. Now, there’s one more reason to love this petite air fryer. Right now it's $2 more than its Cyber Monday sticker price but still pretty damn cheap.

Bella Pro 2QT Air Fryer: was $44.99 now $19.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy users, who’ve rated this a 4.5 out of 5, love the size of the Bella Pro Air Fryer as it’s perfect for making food for one to two people and is easy to tuck away since it doesn’t require a lot of counter space. Now, there’s one more reason to love this petite air fryer. Right now it's $2 more than its Cyber Monday sticker price but still pretty damn cheap.

Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker: was $169.99 now $99.95 at Amazon
Instant Pots are always Cyber Monday best-sellers and Amazon's latest sale has the Instant Pot Pro for $99.95 - Just $20 more than the record-low. The six-quart pressure cooker features ten appliances in one, including; slow cook, sous vide, sauté pan, rice, sterilizer, yogurt maker, food warmer, cake baker, and steamer

Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker: was $169.99 now $99.95 at Amazon
Instant Pots are always Cyber Monday best-sellers and Amazon's latest sale has the Instant Pot Pro for $99.95 - Just $20 more than the record-low. The six-quart pressure cooker features ten appliances in one, including; slow cook, sous vide, sauté pan, rice, sterilizer, yogurt maker, food warmer, cake baker, and steamer

Shark Vertex Cordless Stick Vacuum: was $349 now $199 at Walmart
A huge $150 saving is available on this versatile stick vacuum from Shark. Handy features include DuoClean for both hard floors and carpets, while Powerfins offer better dirt collection. Best of all, the brush roll is self-cleaning with anti-hair wrap tech to make vacuuming easier. Battery life is solid, too, at 50 minutes.

Shark Vertex Cordless Stick Vacuum: was $349 now $199 at Walmart
A huge $150 saving is available on this versatile stick vacuum from Shark. Handy features include DuoClean for both hard floors and carpets, while Powerfins offer better dirt collection. Best of all, the brush roll is self-cleaning with anti-hair wrap tech to make vacuuming easier. Battery life is solid, too, at 50 minutes.

Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds: was $279.99 now $178 at Best Buy
Cyber Monday offers like this $101 saving don't last for long. Although we have seen them briefly at this price before, (a few weeks ago at Amazon, if you must know) the deal was over in a flash, leaving some of the TechRadar team disappointed. Thankfully, it's here again and this time it's at Best Buy. Sony's immersive LDAC, excellent ANC, eight hours on battery life from just the earbuds and stunning sound quality? Yes please. 

Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds: was $279.99 now $178 at Best Buy
Cyber Monday offers like this $101 saving don't last for long. Although we have seen them briefly at this price before, (a few weeks ago at Amazon, if you must know) the deal was over in a flash, leaving some of the TechRadar team disappointed. Thankfully, it's here again and this time it's at Best Buy. Sony's immersive LDAC, excellent ANC, eight hours on battery life from just the earbuds and stunning sound quality? Yes please. 

Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphones: was $349.99 now $228 at Best Buy
Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale has the top-rated Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones on sale for a record-low price of $228. The wireless headphones provide superior sound quality, feature digital noise cancellation technology, and provide 30 hours of battery life.

Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphones: was $349.99 now $228 at Best Buy
Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale has the top-rated Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones on sale for a record-low price of $228. The wireless headphones provide superior sound quality, feature digital noise cancellation technology, and provide 30 hours of battery life.

Bose QuietComfort 45: was $329 now $229 at Amazon
Weighing in at just 238g and able to fold in on themselves (unlike some of the competition), the QC 45 are a compelling proposition for the frequent flyer. A solid competitor to the likes of Sony when it comes to comfort, stability, noise cancellation, and durability – and look at that discount! While we've seen them dip to $279 recently, this price beats the cheapest they've ever been by $20.

Bose QuietComfort 45: was $329 now $229 at Amazon
Weighing in at just 238g and able to fold in on themselves (unlike some of the competition), the QC 45 are a compelling proposition for the frequent flyer. A solid competitor to the likes of Sony when it comes to comfort, stability, noise cancellation, and durability – and look at that discount! While we've seen them dip to $279 recently, this price beats the cheapest they've ever been by $20.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro: up to $1,000 off with trade, plus free Apple Watch SE, iPad, and Beats Fit Pro
This is the highlight of this year's Verizon Cyber Monday deals. The excellent iPhone 14 Pro is up for grabs with the usual trade-in rebate of up to $1,000, but with a free Apple Watch SE, iPad, and pair of Beats Fit Pro being thrown in. That's just over $1,000 in free gifts according to Verizon and an amazing little package to get on top of the usual saving. Also available today is the buy-one-get-one-free promo, but that doesn't stack with the trade-in rebate. Note, this one is currently on backorder until December 18th so definitely pick it up sooner rather than later.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro: up to $1,000 off with trade, plus free Apple Watch SE, iPad, and Beats Fit Pro
This is the highlight of this year's Verizon Cyber Monday deals. The excellent iPhone 14 Pro is up for grabs with the usual trade-in rebate of up to $1,000, but with a free Apple Watch SE, iPad, and pair of Beats Fit Pro being thrown in. That's just over $1,000 in free gifts according to Verizon and an amazing little package to get on top of the usual saving. Also available today is the buy-one-get-one-free promo, but that doesn't stack with the trade-in rebate. Note, this one is currently on backorder until December 18th so definitely pick it up sooner rather than later.

Apple Watch SE (2022, 40mm): was $249 now $229 at Amazon
Amazon's just posted the first-ever price cut on the latest Apple Watch SE this week thanks to its Cyber Monday deals. At $20 off, the saving isn't massive here, but it's easily the lowest price yet on this excellent budget wearable. While it lacks the bells and whistles of the Apple Watch 8 (like an always-on display or ECG), a snappy processor, great battery life, and an array of useful fitness features makes the latest SE easily the best value Apple Watch on the market right now.

Apple Watch SE (2022, 40mm): was $249 now $229 at Amazon
Amazon's just posted the first-ever price cut on the latest Apple Watch SE this week thanks to its Cyber Monday deals. At $20 off, the saving isn't massive here, but it's easily the lowest price yet on this excellent budget wearable. While it lacks the bells and whistles of the Apple Watch 8 (like an always-on display or ECG), a snappy processor, great battery life, and an array of useful fitness features makes the latest SE easily the best value Apple Watch on the market right now.


Alex Whitelock
Deals Editor

Alex is deals editor at TechRadar. With over three years of experience on-site and eight years working in e-commerce, Alex has made it his personal mission to share all his favorite tips, bargains, and deals with our readers here at TechRadar. At work, he specializes in computing, phones, and covering huge sales events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. Outside of work, you'll find him indulging his keen love of photography and PC gaming, or down at the local climbing gym hanging off boulders far too difficult for his abilities. His editorial bylines also include contributions to T3 and GamesRadar.

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