From where we work to how we shop, the pandemic completely changed the way we live. With more people turning to online shopping in 2020, Cyber Monday was one of the biggest spending days, even surpassing Black Friday. Thanks to this new routine, it’s likely that Cyber Monday 2021 will be the biggest one yet.
If you’re new to Cyber Monday or just want to get the jump on holiday shopping, here are a few things to know about Cyber Monday 2021.
When is Cyber Monday 2021?
Cyber Monday is always on the Monday after Thanksgiving. This year, Cyber Monday 2021 falls on Nov. 29. While Cyber Monday is a 24-hour event, online deals may start early on Thanksgiving Day and extend into the first week of December.
How do I get the best deals on Cyber Monday?
Here are a few things to do to ensure you get the best Cyber Monday deals.
Look at previous Cyber Monday deals
If you want a relatively accurate picture of what will be on sale during Cyber Monday 2021, look at previous years’ deals. Historically, the same brands and products go on sale year after year, with newer models replacing the old ones. For example, Cyber Monday sees some of the lowest prices on Kindle E-Readers. However, it’s not guaranteed we’ll see the same exact product on sale every year, but you can expect that a few chosen models will be heavily discounted.
Be prepared
Being prepared might be the most important tip to ensure you have a successful and stress-free Cyber Monday. Whether you hope to get Christmas shopping completed during this big sales event or just want to save a few bucks on household needs, making a list is essential. Some popular items could sell out quickly, and having that list will help you stay on track and act soon. You could also bookmark items or add them to your cart, so you can easily find them when Cyber Monday deals begin.
Sign up to receive notifications
If you have a few favorite stores you shop at, signing up to receive their Cyber Monday ad will help you know what items will be discounted. In addition, signing up for the Best Reviews email newsletter is another way to get notified of the best discounts on holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Check back often
Just because an item isn’t on sale at the start of Cyber Monday doesn’t mean it won’t go on sale later in the day. Sometimes things go on sale even when they weren’t listed in a Cyber Monday ad. You don’t always know when an item will be discounted or by how much. So keep checking back often to see new deals on products.
Act fast
Products are not guaranteed to be available for the entire 24 hours. Items that go on sale early in the morning might sell out or stop their discount at any time. If you see an item you want, act fast before it sells out.
Cyber Monday deals we expect to see
Electronics
Apple AirPods Pro: available at Amazon
With new AirPods likely releasing soon, shoppers can expect to see heavy discounts on early AirPod models this Cyber Monday. The Apple AirPods Pro have active noise cancellation if you need to concentrate and transparency mode to take in outside sounds.
Samsung 55-Inch Class Neo QLED Smart TV with Alexa Built-in: available at Amazon
Whether you need a TV for gaming or watching movies, there are few with better lifelike imaging than this model. Shoppers may find great deals on many Samsung products.
Apple Watch Series 3: available at Amazon
Whenever new models are released, we’re almost guaranteed to see significant discounts on previous models. So with the release of the Apple Watch Series 7, Cyber Monday 2021 is a great time to buy an Apple Watch.
Fire HD 10 Kids Tablet: available at Amazon
Amazon Fire Tablets typically see their best prices of the year on Cyber Monday. This model comes with a kid-proof case, built-in stand and a 2-year worry-free guarantee that they’ll replace it for free if it breaks.
Microsoft Surface Pro 6: available at Amazon
If you’re working from home, you’ll want the Microsoft Surface, which combines the best features of a laptop and tablet. It’s ultra-slim, lightweight and has a full day of battery life, making it great if you need to take it on the go.
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Saatva Classic Mattress: available at Saatva
Cyber Monday is one of the best days of the year to shop for a mattress. Saatva classic mattress is one of the best hybrid mattresses on the market you can buy. It comes in several comfort levels so that you can find the perfect fit.
Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker: available at Amazon
Whether you live in a small apartment, dorm room or have limited counter space, this mini Keurig has a footprint compact enough to fit anywhere. However, it still has the features of a larger model, including multiple cup sizes. It also fits all K-Cup pods.
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven: available at Amazon
Le Creuset products are often heavily discounted on Cyber Monday. So, if you’ve had your eye on this cast-iron Dutch oven, add this to your cart so you can monitor any price changes. At 5.5-quarts, you’ll be able to cook almost anything.
Cricut EasyPress 2: available at Amazon
With this Cricut, you’ll be able to add designs to T-shirts, hats, blankets or pillows. It heats up quickly and leaves professional-quality iron-on results in less than one minute.
Philips Sonicare Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush: available at Amazon
This electric toothbrush features a 14-day battery life, three intensities and modes, a pressure sensor and a brush head replacement reminder. It also comes in a variety of colors.
Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner: available at Amazon
Dyson tends to heavily discount their vacuums on Cyber Monday, and this year will be no different. This V8 is cordless, lightweight and has a 40-minute run time.
Bre Richey is a writer for BestReviews. BestReviews is a product review company with a singular mission: to help simplify your purchasing decisions and save you time and money.
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