Update 11/25/24: If you’re looking for dirt cheap items that don’t skimp on quality this year — don’t worry because we’ve found ’em. This early selection shows exactly what we’re looking forward to as the deals season progresses. We’ll continue to update this list throughout the Black Friday sale event.
As you know, Black Friday is coming up on November 29th. Luckily, you don’t have to wait until then to start getting great deals — early Black Friday deals are already here. That means you can get early Black Friday TV deals, early Black Friday laptop deals, and even early Black Friday Keurig deals. But what if you just have a few dollars to spare on your shopping or if your major purchase didn’t cover all of your shopping budgets for the season? That’s where these little pick-me-ups, items under $25, really come in handy. They’re all things you need or might want and just might go well with your other purchases this season. Plus, with the low prices available now, you can come away feeling like you got a great bargain.
Amazon Echo Pop — $18 $40 55% off
Our Amazon Echo Pop review referred to it as “a perfectly priced Alexa,” and that was before $22 came off the price. If you’re in the market for this device, you probably don’t need an overview of what it does, but you should be reminded that this is the model that has a bonus Eero extender built-in.
Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Keyboard with Trackpad — $20 $28 30% off
This is the keyboard I use with the laptop hooked to my projector. It’s super convenient, has a basically unkillable battery life, and makes remote control of computers easier than ever. Has quick mute and volume controls above the trackpad and an alternate mouse-click button at the upper left for added control. I bought it for more than $23 and am still quite happy with it.
Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Bulbs (800 lumens, 4-pack) — $21 $40 48% off
These smart light bulbs can go multicolor or adjust to warm and cool lights, setting the mood for whatever room they’re put into. Make them shine green in your coffee and reading nook for natural vibes or set them a cheerful red to joy up your Christmas celebration.
HP 420 Programmable Bluetooth Mouse — $21 $30 30% off
The HP 420 is surprisingly fully-featured for a mouse that’s usually $30 (you can save $9 if you buy it now). It has a total of six programmable buttons.
Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A (4-Pack) — $19 $30 37% off
These plugs will let you turn just about any electronic device in your home into a voice-activated smart device. Kasa is the maker of many of the best smart plugs, and we think you’ll like this affordable offering, too.
SanDisk Ultra Plus 128GB SDXC Memory Card — $12 $23 48% off
If you need an extra boost of memory for your digital camera or other device with an SDXC memory slot, this is your chance to save $11 on 128GB of bonus space.
Logitech M340 Mouse Collection — $10 $20 50% off
The Logitech M340 is a flat, minimalist mouse for travel. All of the collection is now on sale, with each mouse costing just $15. Choose from the ‘Speckles’ pattern above, or choose from the six others available.
Lego Technic Monster Jam Monster Mutt Dalmatian Set — $16 $20 20% off
This is a high-value Lego kit. Though it has just 244 pieces, it makes a Monster Jam car in two different configurations, giving you double the building fun. Plus, you can make it go by doing a simple pull back and release motion, making this a fun and affordable toy for those 7+.
Overture Matte 3D Printer Filament (various colors, 2.2 pounds) — From $15 $20 20% off
If you want to kickstart your 3D printing with colored models, these matte colors are a great way to start. Dozens of PLA spools are offered, with most hitting around the $16 mark while this sale is ongoing. Tap the button below to check them all out.
Conair Double Ceramic Hair Dryer with Diffuser — $20 $33 40% off
This Conair hair dryer comes with a diffuser and concentrator, giving you control over your dry, and all at a price of just $20 while this deal lasts.
How to choose products under $25 on Black Friday
This is a great time of year to look at the small things that you use again and again and stock up on them. Or, pick up a great gift for someone you love. Or, try something new at an unbeatable price. Or… There is a lot of “or” here, and that’s for a good reason — the products under the $25 category are pretty varied.
In any event, remember that small dollar purchases add up, but it goes both ways. Sure, buying a lot of something can be expensive, but if you pay attention to things you really need and want, your savings can pile up, too.
How we chose these products under $25 for Black Friday
The $25 and under category for Black Friday is a surprisingly broad category, even for the most tech-oriented readers of Digital Trends. They range from toys that we love to gift the kids in our lives to more “consumable” items like light bulbs that you’ll need to stock up on every once in a while.
We’re mostly presenting these items here because they are easy pickups, and this serves as a good reminder to you to buy these kinds of items when deals season strikes and a good price can be found.
In many ways, the preceding list was built with the intuition you gain from writing for a set audience over the years.