Amazon Prime Day is now a household name, and its Fall variation, Big Deal Days, is fast becoming the same. But why should Amazon have all the fun? In response to Amazon's domination in the run-up to the holiday season, many major retailers are offering alternative discounts that can sometimes be even better!
So, for those who are fatigued by the Amazon Prime Day deals in general or who haven't found what they're looking for yet, we've assembled some of the most exciting deals from around the web. So, there's no need to shop around for the best bargains - we've done all of the hard work for you.
Best Anti-Prime Day deals: Quick links
- Best Buy: save up to 50% on Amazon home devices, and more
- Walmart: up 60% off Keurig, Bissell and Shark
- Target: up to 30% of kitchen and floorcare
Buying Guides
As we found with Target Circle Week and the more recent Walmart Shark Day deals and Best Buy anti-Prime Day sale, you don't have to be signed up to just one (or any) retailer to save money on the essential household appliances. Below I've rounded up the best anti-prime day deals to shop, which are either price matching Amazon or they've done one better and undercut them.
Best Anti-Prime Day deals: smart home
Blink Mini Indoor 1080p Wireless Security Camera was $34.99, now $19.99 at Best Buy
Night vision, 1080p video, and Alexa support are all on hand in this extremely affordable security camera from Blink. And, it gets its 4.5 out of 5 rating on Best Buy for all those qualities as well as its very accessible price tag, which is even more accessible as it's been discounted from $34.99 to $19.99.
Price check: Target $19.99 | Amazon $19.99
Alternative pick: Blink Video Doorbell (standalone) $29.99
Ring Video Doorbell was $99.99, now $54.99 at Best Buy
The Ring Video Doorbell gets a 4.7 out of 5 on Best Buy thanks to its solid video quality, two-way audio, and easy installation. Of course, you have to spend extra for a subscription for cloud storage. That said, this fantastic video doorbell is getting a fantastic $45 discount on Best Buy, going from $99.99 to $54.99.
Price check: Amazon $54.99 | Newegg $99.99
Alternative pick: Blink Video Doorbell (standalone) $29.99
Ring Stick Up Indoor/Outdoor Wire Free 1080p Security Camera was $99.99, now $59.99 at Best Buy
Its versatile indoor and outdoor use, along with crisp 1080p video and two-way audio are just some of the reasons it gets a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Best Buy. Users also like the price, which is currently discounted from $99.99 to $59.99.
Price check: Amazon $59.99 | Target $59.99
Alternative pick: Ring Floodlight Cam Plus
Ring Floodlight Cam Plus was $199.99, now $119.99 at Best Buy
While you do have to hardwire this outdoor camera, it still gets a 4.7 out of 5 from Best Buy users for its easy installation, sensitive motion sensor, and an integrated alarm. Right now, it's getting a sizable $80 discount, going from $199.99 to $119.99.
Price check: Amazon $119.99 | Home Depot $199.99
Alternative pick: Blink Video Doorbell (standalone) $29.99
Best Anti-Prime Day deals: appliances
Shark VacMop was $99.99, now $49 at Walmart
Walmart is getting involved in the upcoming savings with a cool $50.99 discount on this Shark VacMop. And, it's worth the very low price (sales price especially) since it both vacuums and mops, is lightweight, and cordless functionality.
Price check: Amazon $34.95 | Shark $99.99
Alternative pick: Shark WandVac
Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker was $89.99, now $59.99 at Target
The Keurig K-Mini, with its 4 out of 5 rating, is loved for its petite size and ability to make a single serving in just a few minutes, whether you want 6 or 12 oz of coffee. And, it's now getting $30 off at Target.
Price check: Amazon $59.99
Alternative pick: Famiworths Mini Coffee Maker
Bissell Little Green Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner, 3369 | was $123.59, now $85 at Walmart
Perfect for the little messes, this popular Little Green multi-purpose cleaner will spray, scrub and lift dirt and stains from all types of surfaces. With 4.4 stars from 5564 reviews, we are constantly impressed by how highly sought after this product is. At this price, we don't expect stock to last long.
Price check: Amazon $89
Alternative Pick: was Yeedi Vac 2 Pro was $399.99, now $259.99 at Amazon
Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker was $159.99, now $139.99 at Best Buy
While this Ninja coffee maker is already inexpensive, it's just a little more affordable with a nice $20 discount. What makes this model special is the fact that it can do both hot and cold brew coffee along with compatibilty with K-Cups.
Price check: Amazon $139.99
Alternative pick: Braun Brew Sense
Shark air purifier was $189, now $145 at Walmart
With us now spending more time indoors, buying an air purifier during the holidays could be a good decision. This Shark air purifier is competitively priced with a refreshing saving of $44 during the Walmart sale. It'll purifier the air in rooms of up to 500 sq.ft.
Price check: Target $149.99
Alternative pick: Shark Air Purifier 3-in-1 Max
bObsweep - PetHair SLAM Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum and Mop was $619.99, now $217.00 at Best Buy
This robot vacuum not only vacuums but it mops. And, it does a great job cleaning up pet hair if its 4.4 out of 5 rating on Best Buy is anything to go by. After all, users love its cleaning ability as well as its great navigation and mapping. It's also getting an amazing $402.99 off or 65% off.
Price check: Target $619.99
Alternative pick: Shark Matrix 2-in-1 robot vacuum
Shark WandVac was $329.99, now $229 at Walmart
This Shark WandVac is perfect for when you need to spot clean and don't want to grab a heavy duty vacuum. It's lightweight, can do floor and above-floor cleaning, and has a nifty self-emptying base to make life easy. And, right Walmart is making life easier on the pocketbook by discounting it $100.99 from $329.99 to $229.
Price check: Best Buy $299.99
Alternative pick: Shark VacMop
KitchenAid Lift Bowl Stand Mixer in Ink Blue was $449.99, now $279.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy is getting in on the KitchenAid love as this stand mixer is getting an amazing $170 off. This well-loved kitchen appliance gets a very high 4.8 out of 5 rating on Best Buy for its 11 speeds and large 5.5 quart capacity. It helps that it's compatible with ten attachments, though it comes with three.
Price check: Target $449.99
Alternative pick: KitchenAid Classic 4.5qt Stand Mixer
Shark AI Ultra Self-Empty Robot Vacuum was $425.00, now $298 at Walmart
If the reviews are anything to go on, this robot vacuum is a life saver for pet-owners, probably due to that self-emptying feature, which makes a relatively hands-free experience even more automated. And, for the upcoming shopping holiday, this Shark robot vacuum is getting a nice $126 discount.
Price check: Amazon $298
Alternative pick: Shark Matrix Robot Vacuum (AV2310)
Dyson V11 Extra Cordless Vacuum was $649.99, now $449.99 at Best Buy
Its 4.8 out of 5 rating on Best Buy comes from this Dyson's powerful suction, especially considering it's a cordless vacuum. On top of that, it has 60 minutes of use along with the ability to clean multiple types of floor surfaces. While not the most affordable vacuum out there, it's gotten just a little more within reach as it's dropped $200 from $649.99 to $449.99 at Best Buy.
Price check: Dyson $599.99
Alternative pick: Shark Vertex Cordless
Roborock S7 Max Ultra Robot Vacuum in White, was $1,299.99 now $999.99: save $300 at Target
At $1,299 the Roborock is one of the most expensive robot vacs you can buy, but it's also one of the best – so this brilliant $300 off deal is seriously tempting. In our review of the slightly less powerful S7 we praised its flexibility and cleaning power.
Price check: Amazon $999.99
Alternative pick: Roborock S7 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
Best Anti-Prime Day deals: yard equipment
Greenworks Electric Pressure Washer Combo Kit was $219.99, now $149.99 at Best Buy
With 1900 PSI, this pressure washer combo is perfect for light to medium jobs. It also has quiet operation and an extensive 35-foot power cord, not to mention 20-foot high-pressure hose so you can get to any job. Plus, it's getting a cool $70 discount.
Alternative pick: Greenworks 600 PSI pressure washer (tool only)
Sun Joe - XTREAM Clean Electric Pressure Washer - Green was $239.99, now $149.99 at Best Buy
With 1700 PSI, this pressure washer is able to shoot out 1.2 gallons of water per minute -- perfect for cleaning off baked-on stains and really any light to medium jobs. Since it's the season for discounts, this pressure washer is dropping $90 in price, from $239.99 to $149.99.
Price check: Amazon $168.91
Alternative pick: Greenworks pressure washer
Greenworks 730 CFM Cordless Handheld Blower was $249.99, now $179.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy users have given this handheld blower a 4.6 out of 5 rating for its blowing power -- up to 170 MPH, specifically -- and solid battery life. Plus, this bundle comes with a battery that can be used with the company's 80 Volt system. This bundle is now getting $70 off, going from $249.99 to $179.99.
Price check: Amazon $349.99
Alternative pick: Greenworks 450 CFM Handheld Blower
