Best New Zealand tech deals: save up to NZ$1,820 on laptops, vacuums and espresso machines

Instant Pot became a household name a decade ago when it made the multicooker a mainstream kitchen appliance by expanding the pressure cooker into a multi-functional device for cooking. The Instant Pot Duo Plus is our pick for the best value for money multicooker, and this discount makes it an even more compelling buy if you were in the market for an all-in-one cooking appliance.

This stick vacuum from Dyson introduced the company’s laser light feature to help illuminate dirt on floors, helping users measure how much was cleaned. Along with very powerful suction and encased in a well-designed and high quality build, this premium vacuum is a steal thanks to this discount and for being a previous generation product.

This HP 2-in-1 laptop features a vibrant OLED display with a max brightness of 500 nits, along with a comfortable keyboard and touchpad that should appeal to anyone valuing productivity and media consumption. This variant also features an Intel Core Ultra 7 for speedy performance. To get this price, use the coupon code HP711 at checkout.

MightyApe has launched a flash sale on Lego this week, including sets from licenced properties like Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Disney and more, as well as sets from the Architecture and Icons lines. This Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series set recreates the X-Wing Starfighter from the show The Mandalorian. MightyApe will also throw in a free ‘Year of the Horse’ set to make this an even more compelling deal.

This is Ninja’s first go at making a coffee machine, proving to be a hit among Ninja fans and professional reviewers alike. The Luxe Café Premier is a 3-in-1 machine that brews quality espresso, drip coffee, and fast cold brew using its Barista Assist technology, an integrated grinder, and weight-based dosing. This discount for a well-received espresso machine should make this even more tempting for any coffee lover looking to upgrade their home barista setup.

If you’ve been curious about Samsung’s smartwatches to pair with your Galaxy handset but don’t want to spend loads, this previous-generation Watch7 might be for you. The watch is zippy and feature-filled, while also looking like a traditional watch thanks to its sleek, circular design with no visible bezels. With the Watch8 still at around NZ$600, this deal is hard to pass up. PBTech has also discounted the Bluetooth-only version for NZ$349, but has advised there is limited stock.

With the popularity of ultra-high resolution displays and higher-end technology like OLED, 4K IPS monitors like this one from AOC have gone down in price. This deal makes this 27-inch monitor a no-brainer for anyone still using a comparatively cramped 1080p or 720p equivalent. This has a 60Hz refresh rate, so maybe look elsewhere if gaming is a priority.

This 2-in-1 MagSafe-compatible charger from Ugreen allows you to simultaneously charge your iPhone (from 12 series and up) and your AirPods (or other earbuds and accessories that support wireless charging). The phone charger is rated at 7.5W and the bottom charger is at 5W, but Ugreen says using a charging adapter of at least 25W (sold separately) would further maximise charging efficiency. For any discerning Apple fan, this deal makes this charger hard to pass up.

Whether you’re looking to monitor your energy use or just want to remotely turn your devices on or off, these smart plugs from Meross are a great introduction to turning your house into a smart home. These plugs are also compatible with Alexa and Google Home, making them easy to integrate into an existing smart home setup, too. A single plug isn’t discounted at NZ$24.30, making this 2-pack a much better deal.

Feeling the heat where you live? This Vornado looks to eliminate hot (or cold) spots across the room through a tight jet stream of air that travels long distances. In the summer, this is often paired with an air conditioner, while it helps push warmer air down during the winter. NZ$399 on a fan definitely feels steep, so this deal should make it more accessible if you were eyeing one of these for your home.

When these first came out in 2023, Soundcore positioned them as a much cheaper competitor to the premium noise-cancelling headphones from Sony and Bose. I did own a pair and I’d say the company’s claims check out – the ANC was great for the price, but the lengthy battery life was arguably its best feature. TechRadar’s review noted that it feels a bit cheap, but for NZ$168, it’s hardly a dealbreaker.

The Dreame Hair Gleame hair dryer is an affordable alternative to premium options from bigger brands, retaining a similar aesthetic to some that have a cult-like following. Performance-wise it’s no slouch with its motor spinning at 110,000 RPM for fast airflow and quick drying. It also has built-in ion technology, which results in smooth, shiny hair. The slim and lightweight build also makes it easy to use and comfortable to hold.

Wet-and-dry vacuums tend to usually come in stick or robot form, so while they’re great for floors they may not be ideal for other scenarios. This portable vacuum from Shark retains the same suction from the brand’s other wet-and-dry models, but in a lightweight package and a handle for easy carrying. This has been cheaper before, but this discount is still good for this time of the year.

If you’re a frequent traveller or if you’re just looking to have a single charging brick for all your smaller tech, this three-port 65W charger from Ugreen delivers fast charging even with all three slots taken. Our reviewer wasn’t a fan of its looks and the fact that the prongs aren’t foldable (a limitation of using GaN technology), but for this price, I’m sure those are minor enough to overcome for most of you.

It's got a cult-like following and two members of our own staff are massive fans. If you love your chilled desserts – ice creams, gelatos, smoothies – but want to control your calorie intake, you really should consider getting the Ninja Creami. This Deluxe edition gets you three containers, which is great value at this price.

The FE tablet above is the better tablet, but at this price the S10 Lite might be the better buy for some. While the above competes with the iPad Air, at this price the Lite is facing off against the baseline iPad. If you're looking for a tablet to watch, scroll and draw on, this is a great buy.

These affordable earbuds with ANC are brimming with features, including a range of ANC modes, EQ presets and other audio adjustments. They sound good (but you'll want to tweak it from the default) and they'll last up to 7.5 hours with ANC on before they need a recharge. Check out our Earfun Air Pro 4 review for more info and take advantage of this offer.

The Charge 6 is the latest in a successful series of powerful, portable speakers that have a nifty trick up their sleeve. Not only can the Charge 6 last up to 28 hours on a single charge, but it can also be used as a power bank to top up your devices via its USB-C port. Sound quality is energetic and detailed in equal measure, and it’s built to withstand virtually anything you wish to throw at it.

Our esteemed colleagues at What Hi-Fi? said this turntable from JBL is a surefire winner in the budget space. It has a great quality built-in phono output making connection to an amplifier as easy as possible (but you can bypass it if you wish), or you can stream via Bluetooth to a wireless speaker. If you're looking for a turntable upgrade, or a solid starting point to enter the world of vinyl, this JBL spinner is an excellent choice.

This ergonomic vertical mouse is perfect for small hands and it encourages better posture, thus reducing aches along the wrist, shoulder and shoulder blade. I use it myself (I have the white colourway) and can't recommend it highly enough, even at full price.

This might be an entry-level camera but it has some advanced features. Anyone who wants to shoot wildlife or sports will be thrilled with the 40fps burst speed, and it inherits some of the tracking precision from Canon's higher-end cameras too. With a 24.2MP full-frame sensor, it's one of the lightest cameras available today and represents excellent value for a beginner.

It's been cheaper than this before, but this is still a fantastic saving on an excellent Nikon full-framer. The 24.6MP sensor can shoot at up to 120fps, records 6K video, has built-in image stabilisation and has dual card slots, including one for a CFexpress device to make full use of its speed.

By now you probably already own GTA 5, and given it's sold over 200 million copies you're in good company. But just in case, you can grab it for PS5 or Xbox for one of the cheapest prices we have seen. If you've somehow never heard of GTA 5 at all, then rest assured there are plenty of good reasons why people are still buying it today.

Bright, easy to use and even more easily expanded, the Philips Hue lightstrip is the go-to LED light strip for a reason. Pairing it with the Hue Bridge unlocks its true power, and it's a clean way to add accent lighting to any surface, with a range of brightness and colour options to choose from.

Want to make your home movies more immersive? This Govee backlight and camera system effectively extends the on-screen image beyond its bezelled confines and accurately tracks colours and flashes to the wall behind. It can also sync with music to dance along to your favourite tunes. Note that this is designed for 55 to 65-inch TVs.

There is excellent value for money here as this one tool will take care of hair anywhere on the body. It comes with 15 attachments and offers 26 hair length settings. Its battery life also promises to be just as good – up to 4 weeks on a single charge. It also happens to be waterproof.