Prime Big Deal Days is over in Australia, but here are the 55+ best deals still available
Plenty of savings still available on headphones, kitchen & home appliances, smartwatches and much more
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale is over, but there are plenty of discounts still to be had, and we'll keep listing the best deals below.
• See all October Prime Day deals on Amazon
This sale was a prelude to Amazon's Black Friday sale in Australia but now is still an excellent time to get your Christmas shopping started. This is especially true this year as Black Friday sales in Australia are quite late in November – November 29 to December 2 to be precise – so you won't be leaving things to the last minute.
You have to hunt around a bit more, but there are still decent discounts on Dyson, Sennheiser, Sony, Bose, Shark, Ecovacs Robotics and much more. As always, we're sifting through thousands of offers on Amazon AU to find only the best tech deals – most of these are Prime exclusive, though, and we've labelled those that are.
If you don't already have a subscription, you can sign up now for a 30-day free trial which you can cancel any time if you aren't keen on paying the monthly AU$9.99 fee. You'll get a bunch of other perks too, including free and fast shipping, plus access to streaming services (read more about what's included with Amazon Prime).
Top deals under AU$50
Save AU$10
The normal price here is AU$29.99, and while not quite the lowest we have seen, a 33% discount is a great deal for the Anker 323 charger. Sure, it's not the latest or tiniest model, but outputs 20V at up to 33W, so can fast charge a phone or top up a laptop. It features both USB-C and USB-A ports, and you can score the discounted price on both black or white options.
Save AU$24.01
Currently at an equal all-time low, the compact Anker 533 is a great option for fast charging your phone at up to 30W – or even an emergency top up for a laptop. The Anker 533 has dual USB-C ports (plus USB-A) and a handy screen that tells you charge information and remaining capacity. We haven't tested the 533 yet but by all accounts it's another great Anker power bank.
Top deals under AU$100
Save AU$61.95
This relatively compact and lightweight Bluetooth speaker scored 4 out of 5 stars in our 2023 review, where we praised its portability and battery life. It does struggle a bit at higher volumes, but it can still fill a decent-sized space, and in fact we use two of these for playing music in our open plan Sydney office. Amazon's had this one down to AU$75 for EOFY, but if you missed that this AU$88 price is a fair bit lower than other Aussie stores, where it's typically around AU$125. This price is also available in blue, but not all colourways are discounted.
Save AU$70.95
Even at full price, these Sony earbuds are excellent value – you get punchy sound from a comfortable set of buds, plus excellent app control and up to 10 hours of playtime from each earphone. There's even IPX4 moisture-resistance here. Sound could be a bit more bassy and you won't get active noise cancellation but, at this price, there's not a lot to complain about.
Save AU$30
Already affordable, the wireless buds Black colourway get a 30% discount – the lowest price we've seen. That's not bad considering we rate them 4.5 stars in our Earfun Air Pro 3 review, and they have active noise cancelling, premium aptX sound quality and 45 hours total play time. If black's not for you, the other four colours are also heavily discounted.
Save AU$33.01
Our 1More Sonoflow review praised the comfort of the headphones, as well as the excellent active noise cancelling and up to 70 hours of battery life. This deal is about AU$7 higher than the lowest we have seen, but it's still an excellent discount.
We haven't tried them yet, but the even more affordable Sonoflow SE model is available for AU$66.39 (down from AU$89.99)
Save AU$132.84
A whopping 66% discount makes this oscillating electric toothbrush quite affordable. Capable of removing more plaque than a regular brush, this model has a 2-minute timer so you don't need to overbrush. It also works with most of Oral-B's replaceable brush heads too.
Save AU$101
It's a basic air fryer with a 4L capacity that's perfect for a single person or a couple. This kitchen appliance is good value as it will do more than just air fry – it has 12 different functions to help you make a meal. Plus it's got a small footprint, making it ideal for a small household. It has been as cheap as AU$79 before, but this is still a good price.
Laptops
Save AU$502
As a comparison, Lenovo lists the RRP as AU$2,349, and is selling this same Yoga Slim 7 model with 16GB RAM and a lesser 512GB HDD for AU$1,717 after a 26% discount. During some hands on time, we especially enjoyed the 1920 x 1200 OLED (non touch) display thanks to a 400-nit brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour.
Amazon also has a Yoga Slim 7 variant that you can't buy direct from Lenovo – the same model but with 32GB of RAM for AU$1,759.
Consoles and video games
Save AU$250
While not actually a deal per se as Amazon makes it sound, this is the price drop that Meta recently announced after the launch of the Quest 3S headset. And that makes this VR headset quite affordable, and there's a little value for money too, with one game and a free 3-month of Quest+ thrown in as bonuses.
Save AU$65.95
Jedi: Survivor is one of the most critically acclaimed Star Wars game for quite some time. We might have given our Star Wars: Jedi Survivor review only 4 stars, but our reviewer says that " its engaging soulsborne-style combat and immersive visuals thrill and delight". This sequel delivers strongly on the Jedi fantasy via a very detailed and immersive sci-fi world.
Save AU$35.95
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 for a very cheap $24. 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.
Save AU$45.95
It was AU$65 at the start of the sale but this is still a good price for an excellent JRPG that has a solid 100 hours or more of gameplay. If you are not familiar with the Final Fantasy VII Remake saga, this is the second game, so maybe play the first before you get started on this one. Or not. You do you – some of us are just in it for the Queen's Blood mini-game after all.
Headphones and speakers
Save AU$104.01
This might not be the lowest price we've seen, which brought them down to AU$293, but it's only AU$5 more. They're an excellent pair of noise-cancelling in-ears, especially for iPhone owners, capable of drowning out virtually all external sounds. This model is the latest and comes with a charging case that recharges via USB-C cable.
Save AU$180.68
Check out our Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro review for the full insight, but rest assured these earbuds have a lightweight and comfortable design that delivers fantastic sound quality, with active noise-cancellation and 360º spatial sound. While we have slightly seen better discounts for the Buds 2 Pro, this is still a great price.
Save AU$144.80
16% is not a huge discount on a product that's been around a while now, but hey, that's Apple for ya – so hard to get with a more significant price drop. So if you've been lusting after the tech giant's one and only set of cans, the Space Grey colourway is going for AU$754.20. But note that this offer is from a third-party seller.
Phones & tablets
Save AU$222
If you're looking for the cheapest iPhone on the market that’s still worth considering, this iPhone 13 deal is it. Down AU$222, the iPhone 13 is still a great phone in 2024, with a strong battery life, snappy performance and a more-than-satisfactory camera. If you want to stay within the Apple family without blowing your budget, this is an easy choice.
Save up to AU$252
As beautifully designed and excellently performing as the iPhone 15 is, with the added bonus of a 6.7-inch display the 15 Plus is truly the best of both worlds for those wanting a large display without it costing the Earth. If you're weighing up between this and the iPhone 14 Plus, the biggest difference is the addition of the Dynamic Island to the iPhone 15 range, while the iPhone 14 Plus sports the old notch at the top of the display. If you want more storage, the 256GB model is also nicely discounted:
• Apple iPhone 15 Plus (256GB): from AU$1,497
Save AU$419
Not quite the discount we were hoping for but if you can't wait to see what Black Friday brings, you can still save 15% on the 256GB Fold 6. It comes with Samsung's latest Galaxy AI features, along with a subtly redesigned chassis and some incredible new translation features. This discount applies to the pink model, though the Navy and Silver Shadow models are currently 11% off.
Save AU$500
With a focus on productivity, Samsung's flagship smartphone of 2024 is worth considering if you've been waiting to pick it up on a discount. Admittedly the 14% drop in price is neither here nor there, but it is the best of the best from Samsung. If you can make your budget stretch, you'll this S Pen-toting smartphone with the Galaxy AI suite of tools, along with a gorgeous glare-resistant screen and some of the best cameras you can get on a smartphone. It's a hard phone to resist at any discount.
Save AU$83.35
While not the lowest price we have seen the Tab A9+ on Amazon, the 23% discount here is only a touch more than Prime Day in July, and a solid deal. This 11-inch, 1920 x 1200 tablet is great for everyday use – for yourself or one of the kids. While 64GB may not seem like much, you can add a microSD card for up to 1TB of extra storage.
Smart home
Save AU$96
It's been cheaper before but it's one of the best video doorbells you can get in Australia. It's easy to install, offers clear footage even at night and features facial recognition. Recording automatically begins when motion is detected, or when its button is pressed, plus it will let you know when packages have been left outside your door.
Smartwatches and fitness trackers
Save AU$50
Currently only available in the Lilac Floral colourway, this kid-friendly fitness tracker is a wonderful way to get your little one(s) into outdoor activities. It will count their steps, monitor their sleep and it's swim-friendly too. A colour display makes it fun and parents can dole out rewards for chores done. It also uses a replaceable battery that can last up to a year.
Save AU$116.44
The first brand to be officially given the green light for wearables with ECG capabilities by the TGA in Australia, we called it the best-looking hybrid smartwatch in our Withings ScanWatch 2 review. You get plenty of other fitness metrics other than heart health too, including a skin temperature tracker that helps with determining stress levels, but the 38mm display may be too small for some users. Note that only the Rose Gold model is discounted well.
Save AU$285.24
The Garmin Vivoactive 4s is for those who want most of the benefits of the Forerunner fitness trackers, in a more attractive, wearable smartwatch. You get a whole heap of fitness stats, on-watch music streaming and excellent activity tracking, plus accurate GPS. This is the 4s model, but it's the same as the Vivoactive 4, with a smaller display and battery life.
Save AU$398.06
We were thoroughly impressed by this smartwatch in our Garmin Fenix 7 review, and it's a must-have if you're massively into outdoor fitness. Light and comfortable, this watch lasts weeks at a time, has a snappy touchscreen, is easy to navigate and super tough. While it's been a heck of a lot cheaper recently, usually dropping to half price, this 26% discount is still available in case you missed out.
Save AU$149.10
It's one of the best Garmin watches for the outdoors and doesn't cost as much either. The Garmin Instinct 2S Solar is waterproof up to 100 metres and is thermal and shock resistant too. It also provides access to multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo), so you'll never get lost. Better yet, its battery can go the distance thanks to solar power, and there's still a 22% discount to be had. It's not the best price, but hey, let's not scoff at savings.
Save AU$88.75
Google might slowly be killing off the Fitbit brand but the Versa is still one of the more affordable smartwatches around. It retails for AU$379 in Australia, but having it shipped in from the UK means you can currently save just over AU$100 on the beet/copper rose colourway. While it's not as productivity-focused as the Apple Watch, it gets you quite a few fitness metrics – although the more detailed analysis will be locked behind a Fitbit Premium subscription.
Cameras
Save AU$800
It's only been out a few months and it has had over AU$940 slashed off its price at the start of the sale, but the deal here is still worth considering. The Z6 III brings 6K/60p (RAW) and 5.4K/60p recording, inherits 3D Tracking from the Z9 and Z8 for up to 9 subjects, plus there's up to 8 stops of IBIS with stabilised lenses.
Save AU$669.1
This mid-range camera might have been designed for a beginner but it's got features it inherits from Canon's more premium offerings. High-speed RAW capture, the same autofocus prowess of the more expensive R-series cameras, dual SD cards, 4K video and 32.3MP on tap, and that's just for starters. Did we mention the 40fps continuous shooting speed and in-body stabilisation? And you get a lens in the box too.
Save AU$173
Rebranded to be part of the OM System lineup, this the latest in the Tough rugged camera range that Olympus began. While it's not a huge upgrade over the previous model, the TG-6 is no longer available to buy, making this the best choice if you'd like a near-indestructible camera that you can take underwater.
Save AU$209.09
Bridge cameras have made a small comeback thanks to Panasonic resurrecting the Lumix FZ80 in July this year. Featuring an 18MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, a USB-C port for charging and a 2,360K-dot OLED EVF that's better than before, and an upgraded rear LCD with 1,840K dots resolution, it's quite the upgrade. You also get 60x optical zoom via its 20-200mm fixed lens to get you closer to the action, with the handling of a DSLR and the simplicity of use of a point-and-shoot.
Kitchen & home appliances
Save AU$311.58
We love Breville's Barista Express here at TechRadar and, while this isn't the lowest price we've seen, the 31% discount isn't anything to scoff at. This machine comes with 16 grind settings, a 54mm portafilter and a barista-style design that gives you full control over your morning coffee.
Save AU$20.95
Available in several fun colours, this little blender is for the liquid breakfast on the go. Not only does it come with a handle, but it's slim enough to fit into side pockets of most backpacks. It can blitz smoothies, protein shakes and cocktails, plus you'll get about 15 drinks per charge. It does have a decently large capacity of 590ml too.
Save AU$90
With up to 21 different speed settings to choose from, this multi-purpose hand blender will whip up smoothies, sauces and dips without a lot of mess. While the 1,000W motor should be able to blitz through seeds and ice, you'll also get a whip attachment, a masher and a chopper in the box too.
Save AU$20
Admittedly this 17% discount isn't much to write home about, and chances are there might just be a better discount come the actual sale, but it's still good value if you need a powerful blender for your liquid breakfast needs. In fact, it will even come handy if you want to use it as a regular blender to make sauces, dips and small batches of soup. This model has a 900W motor and comes with a single 700ml cup.
Personal grooming & wellness
Save AU$55.99
It might offer just one daily cleaning mode, but this electric toothbrush can still remove far more plaque than an ordinary toothbrush. Its brush head rotates and pulsates, which allows it to provide a better clean than manual brushing. And it's going quite cheap at just AU$44 for the black colourway.
Save AU$150
This is one of the most advanced electric brushes from Philips, with an AI-powered app and sensors that can automatically adjust the intensity of brushing if you're pressing too hard. Compared to manual brushing, Philips promises this brush will remove 20x more plaque, will give you 15x healthier gums in 6 weeks and 100% stain reduction in 2 days. That's a tall order but if it keeps its promises, this might be a worthwhile investment for your teeth.
Vacuums
Save AU$900
This deal is for the Deebot T20e model, but it's worth checking out our EvoVacs Deebot T20 Omni review. The key difference is the T20e has higher suction power, but cleans it mops with hot air and cold water rather than hot water. While the T20e is often sold for AU$1,599, this deal is the same price we saw during Amazon Prime in July. If you are after a more advanced robot vacuum that can do mopping (including mop lifting for carpets) and get deep into corners, this deal is worth checking out.
Save AU$489
This robot vacuum stands out with load's of great features, including a bagless self emptying station that help reduces the cost of operation. For the full insight, check out our Eureka E10s review where we give it 4 stars. Considering it's pretty new, the 50% discount here is excellent, and the same price as Prime Day in July. Oh, and it also comes in white if you'd prefer.
The premium Eureka J12 Ultra Robot Vacuum Cleaner is also discounted, and the AU$998 (was AU$1,599) price is the cheapest we have seen yet.
Save AU$170
It might be getting long in the tooth, but if you want a good ol' Roomba – the name that's practically synonymous with robot vacuums – then this is quite the bargain. It's AU$10 cheaper than Prime Day in July, and will vacuum well, plus has a decent navigation system – but newer models are definitely more capable (albeit a lot more expensive).
PC Peripherals
Save AU$53.53
After owning multiple wireless mice whose non-removable lithium-ion batteries have died, a couple of years ago I bought this exact DeathAdder from Razer for one simple reason: it uses either a single AA or AAA battery for power, so I won't ever be stuck with a paperweight due to failed batteries again. Despite being a generation behind, it's also a fab performer when it comes to gaming, with a dedicated 2.4GHz model and included USB receiver. Super easy to recommend at 49% off.
Save AU$10.40
Need to connect two devices to the one HDMI port? Or split the one HDMI output to two different displays? The UGREEN HDMI switch has you covered, and is currently 43% off. It operates at up to 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution at 60Hz, or 1080p at 144Hz.
You can also get a Ugreen splitter that can handle 4K 120Hz (or 8K 60Hz) resolution for AU$22.39.
Save AU$128.05
If you’re looking to add a serious speed boost to your portable storage, you could do a hell of a lot worse than the Samsung T7 1TB SSD. It had a AU$164 discount recently, but this 46% price cut is still worth considering. Compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles and more, there’s a lot of value in this small package.
Save AU$207
32-inch monitors are absolutely worth considering if you need the extra screen real estate to up your game, and the Samsung Odyssey G51C ranks among the best. This display offers a brilliant 2560x1440 resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate, along with a 1ms response time, making it perfect for competitive and casual gamers alike.
Save AU$401
Curved monitors can make a difference if you have the cash to spare. Samsung's brilliant 32-inch G6 monitor offers 1440p resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time. It also has Samsung's smart TV service built-in, giving the user access to top streaming services without hooking up to a computer.
Save AU$301
As far as 31.5-inch QHD gaming monitors go, the LG 32GP850 isn't a bad option at this price. It comes with a 165Hz refresh rate making it ideal for intense online games, along with AMD FreeSync Premium and DisplayHDR 10 support. And size is quite ideal too.
Save AU$370
A happy 20% off this brilliant Alienware panel, which scored a raving 92 / 100 review from our pals over at PC Gamer. The monitor used Samsung's new QD-OLED tech to give a 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution, 240Hz refresh rate (supporting AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync) and a 0.03ms response time. While not an all-time low, the price here is only about AU$10 higher than during Prime Day back in July.
Phone accessories
Save AU$9
It's not quite a massive discount but the single-pack AirTag hardly ever gets discounted. If you're an Apple user and need a Bluetooth tracker to keep tabs on personal items (or pets), you pick one up for AU$9 off the usual RRP. The four pack is also discounted to AU$141.25, which makes each AirTag just over AU$35 – making this a bit more economical if you think you'll use them all.
Save AU$42
While Apple users get the AirTags, Samsung users can reach for the Galaxy SmartTags. Right now, you can save AU$43.01 on the pack of 4 – each one costing AU$31.75 and cheaper than the AirTags listed above. Just be aware that these Bluetooth trackers only work with the Samsung ecosystem, with the software not compatible with anything outside of the SmartThings.
Save AU$18.20
The Novoo RG120 features a 100W single port output, and is perfect use with a laptop, phone or other device. If you are after something a bit more compact, also consider the Novoo 67W (NCAU67D-257H) charger on sale for AU$31.59. We recently put both these chargers to the test and found they gave excellent results considering the affordable price.
Save AU$33
This is an equal all-time-low price for one of our favourite USB-C chargers. But the deals don't stop here, and Ugreen has discounted a big range of other chargers for Prime Day.
• Ugreen 300W 5-port charger: AU$299.99 AU$223.99
• Ugreen 200W 6-port charger: AU$199.99 AU$143.99
• Ugreen 65W 3-port charger: AU$69.99 AU$44.99
• Ugreen 35W 2-port charger: AU$34.99 AU$22.74
Save AU$60.50
This excellent power bank has a large but flight-safe 25,000 mAh capacity, and is ideal for charging laptops, phones and other devices. While usually around the AU$90 mark, this isn't the best discount we've seen, but still worth considering if you're in need of a large-capacity portable charger.
Save AU$24
This is the top-scoring 65W power bank in our buyers guide, and the 20,000 mAh capacity is perfect for charging a phone, laptop or gaming device like a Steam Deck. It's not too heavy to carry on the go, offers excellent efficiency, and even supports Samsung Super Fast Charging 2.0 up to 45W. It's currently 30% off, and the AU$55.99 price is the same discount we saw on Prime Day in July.
Save AU$18
This compact mid-sized power bank is a great option for fast charging your phone on longer trips where a smaller capacity power bank won't cut it. The T2055 is one of our top-rated options in our best power bank buyers guide, and is a great deal for AU$31.99. but you can also bring that down to just AU$29.97 by adding the Amazon promo code XQU3ZWV5 at checkout.
Network & Wi-Fi
Save AU$168.44
While we've not reviewed this upgraded 'Pro' version of Asus's popular Wi-Fi 6 gaming router, we awarded the original RT-AX86U a glowing 5/5 in our 2020 review. This newer model is therefore easy to recommend, as it's basically identical apart from having a slightly faster CPU. It's a dual-band unit with speedy transfers (up to 5,700Mbps), a feature-packed OS (including some handy gaming-specific hardware and software tools) and, via this Amazon Germany deal, an all-time Aussie low price.
[Ships from and sold by Amazon Germany]
Save AU$112
This might not seem like much of a discount for the high-end Deco BE65, but it's the the very lowest price we have seen, and the mesh system was selling for AU$1499 just a few months back. We suggest you read our TP-Link Deco BE63 review for the full breakdown, but suffice to say it's very fast, and while Wi-Fi 7 isn't widely supported just yet, it gives great future proofing. It's also ideal for gamers, or those with a NAS, as the mesh nodes include a 2.5G network port.
Ok ok, but what if 11Gbps of bandwidth isn't enough? TP-Link has you covered, with a big discount on the 22 Gbps Deco BE22000 (BE85) WiFi 7 3-pack – dropping from AU$2,999 down to AU$2,136, which is lowest price we have seen. Check out the 4.5-star TP-Link Deco BE85 review from our pals at Tom's Guide.
Save AU$40
Our friends at Tom's Guide were impressed in their 4-star TP-Link Archer AX55 review, and it's one of our favourite models thanks to a good mix of solid Wi-Fi performance and an affordable price tag. While it's previously dropped to AU$103.70 on Amazon, this saving ain't too bad either.
Save AU$551
One of the first (and still one of the best) Wi-Fi 6E routers, this deal drops the price of the high-powered RAXE500 by 56% to hit a new all-time low. You’ll need newer devices to take advantage of its top speeds (a combined 10.8Gbps), but there’s no questioning this one’s fast. And while we’ve not tested it here at TechRadar, our colleagues at Tom’s Guide loved it so much that they’ve made it their #1 pick for best Wi-Fi 6 router.
Save AU$385
This mighty router is a few years old now, but still offers fast tri-band Wi-Fi 6 with up to 11,000 Mbps throughput, and is ideal for gamers. It's dipped as low as AU$700 on Amazon before but this price is even better. Want to know more? Check out the full Asus ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro review from our pal's over at GamesRadar.
Amazon Prime Day 2024: all you need to know
When was Amazon Prime Day 2024?
The main Prime Day sale took place on July 16 to 21 this year, becoming the first ever 6-day Prime Day event. Interestingly only Australia and Singapore were treated to this long sale, with the UK and US sticking to the 48-hour formula that's been used previously.
Will this trend continue? Who knows? Perhaps it will, especially if it proves to be a roaring success for Amazon. The retailer's other sales, like Big Smile and Mid-Year, are usually about a week long, so if there a trend of long sales picking up on Amazon, we're all for it.
Will there be a second Prime Day in October 2024?
We had our first-ever Prime Big Deal Days sale last year, which was essentially a second Prime Day sale as it was for members only too. And Amazon has confirmed this second sale is making a comeback this October, which will take place between October 8-13, making it another 6-day shopping marathon for Prime members.
This second sale is a prelude to Amazon's Black Friday sale for 2024, and a good opportunity to get your Christmas shopping started if you don't want to wait till end November.
What is Prime Day in Australia?
Amazon Prime Day began in the US in 2015 as a celebration of the company’s 20th anniversary, with more deals on offer than Black Friday back then. Today, Prime Day is Amazon’s popular mid-year sales event where members of Amazon Prime get exclusive discounts on a wide range of items.
While it began as a one-day sale, 2018 saw the offers last for 36 hours, which then became a 65-hour in 2019. We've had the 65-hour sale since and thought that was 'recording breaking' – oh boy, were we wrong. This year, for the first time ever, the Prime Day sale is going to be a marathon 6 days, or 144 hours if you want an hourly comparison!
When was Amazon Prime Day 2023?
Amazon Prime Day 2023 kicked off at 00:01am AEST on July 11 and local Aussie deals were available until 11:59pm AEST on July 12. Unlike the US or the UK, we've had extended Prime Day sales in Australia since 2019 as we get to shop international offers on the local site that ship from Japan, Germany, the UK and the US. So until the sale ends on the US West Coast, our sale continues – a full 65 hours! So the Australian Prime Day in 2023 ended at 5pm AEST on July 13.
As mentioned, this was then followed by a second Prime Day sale in early October 2023 that lasted 48 hours.
This year, though, things were different. With the sale lasting for just 48 hours in other countries, the Aussie Prime Day sale included the international discounts within the 6-day sale period.
Why does Amazon have Prime Day?
Prime Day is presented as a neat ‘thank you’ to Amazon's paying members, but one that involves giving Amazon more money and shifting a lot of stock at the same time.
Prime Day isn’t just about selling Amazon-branded products – several other brands and third-party sellers also save their best deals for Prime Day, completely aware that thousands of extra shoppers will be hitting the online store.
To make the most of Prime Day you’ll need to get yourself an Amazon Prime membership which, in Australia, will set you back AU$9.99 a month or AU$79 a year. While you’re paying for the privilege of free, swift delivery on domestic and international goods, signing up for Prime means you’ll also have free access to Amazon’s streaming services, including Prime Video, Prime Music and Prime Reading. Members also get free access to Prime Gaming and Prime Photos for all their ebook and storage needs. To learn more about this service, head to our guide to what is Amazon Prime in Australia.
How often is Prime Day in a year?
Amazon Prime Day is typically held only once a year, usually in July. However, Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days seems to now be an annual event that matches the July offers, so we could sorta, kinda say that Prime Day is 'unofficially' held twice a year. With the confirmation of the second instalment of Big Deal Days, it's fair to expect this trend to continue for the foreseeable future.
How much will Amazon Prime cost in 2024?
Amazon Australia announced a price hike for its Prime subscription in 2023, and now costs AU$9.99 per month (up from AU$6.99) or AU$79 annually (from AU$59).
While that might seem like a steep price hike, it could still be well worth it if you shop quite regularly on Amazon – even a single item costing less than AU$20, for example, can be delivered to you in a day or two for free if it's Prime eligible. Plus you get access to more of Amazon's services, including Prime Video.
Check out our dedicated page on what is Amazon Prime to find out if it's really worth the money. And click on the buttons below if you'd like to sign up and get a 30-day free trial.
How do I become an Amazon Prime member?
To be eligible for the Prime-exclusive offers, you need to sign up for a Prime membership for AU$9.99 per month or AU$79 for the whole year.
1. Go to Amazon Prime
2. Select: start your free trial
3. Follow the instructions
4. Start browsing deals
You can start a 30-day Amazon Prime free trial and use that to get access to the sale. This option is only available to brand-new members who haven't used the free trial in the past, though.
As well as access to the deals, you also get to try out all the other Amazon Prime benefits while on the free trial, such as free delivery, Prime Video, Prime Gaming and more.
You can get more information from our dedicated 'what is Amazon Prime' page for a full breakdown of the service. You can also use that to decide whether you want to keep your membership going after the sale or cancel Amazon Prime within the one-month trial period to avoid being charged.
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2024: our deal predictions
While we can't say for sure what exactly will be discounted on Amazon during Prime Day, there are some guaranteed offers that you will see, while we can extrapolate for the others from previous sales on Amazon.
Of course, each major Amazon sale – whether Prime Day or Black Friday – is spearheaded by the company's own devices. So we can say for sure you're going to see some pretty steep price drops on the likes of the Fire TV Stick 4K, Echo Dot and Kindle. In fact, the Echo Pop has been remarkably cheap, going for just AU$29 a pop (ahem). Arguably the best Prime Day deal this year was the massive price drop on the Kindle Scribe, with the 16GB variant dropping to just AU$349 (a discount of AU$200).
As for other products, this entirely depends on how it fits into each brand's plans for Prime Day 2. We've previously seen deals go live on Amazon 24 hours ahead of the official sale start, so there's a reasonable chance that a few big brands could get involved ahead of time with Amazon's exclusive Prime-member event. Based on that, expect laptops, headphones, smartphones and more popular electronics to feature alongside Amazon's own hardware.
If you've got a new Apple device in mind, though, it could be a good time to save big on last-generation hardware and some of the latest models released that year. We'll have a close eye on the iPad 10.2 as well as the popular MacBook Air and the Apple Watch 9. This could be the time when the cheapest-ever prices appear and previous record-lows are broken.
If we hear any more news over the coming months, we'll be sure to share it right here and update our predictions with the latest information.
Amazon Prime Day 2024: shopping tips
How to find the best Prime Day deals
1. Grab an Amazon Prime free trial
If you're not a Prime member yet, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial just ahead of the big sale and cancel before it ends if you don't want to continue with the service. This way, you get all the benefits of Amazon Prime without paying for it, albeit for a short period of time.
2. Know what you want to buy – but stay flexible
Having a good understanding of exactly what you want to get out of Amazon Prime Day 2024 will be key to winning this year. That way you'll be able to quickly recognise how good that discount really is, but stay flexible enough to know whether you should opt for another model. For example, if you need a new laptop or camera, take a look at what features each brand offers, perhaps take a look at a few in person by visiting a store. Find a few options you would be happy to pick up, get to know their prices and how cheap they can be so that you can identify a good deal quickly on the day.
However, it's also worth identifying the features that you could sacrifice in order to boost the specs that you really care about – you don't want to miss out on the best Prime Day deals just because the specific model you had in mind isn't discounted.
3. Keep some of that flexibility in your budget
Obviously it's never a good idea to get caught up in the heat of the moment and spend crazy money for the sake of a good deal. However, a little room above your maximum spend will be helpful in securing the best-value deals available. Sometimes the best Prime Day deals aren't on the cheapest items, but on the next level up that offers so much more without boosting the price too much. For example, if you're looking for a laptop you might be tempted by a super low price on a 256GB storage option. However, if the 512GB model is just AU$100 to AU$150 more expensive it's a far better investment.
4. Get in early, but stick around for the full event
When the day itself comes, we'd recommend heading to Amazon as early as possible. This will give you first eyes on the biggest discounts Amazon is offering on the first day, and because many of the hottest Prime Day deals tend to run out of stock particularly quickly, you may need to move fast.
However, just because you've managed to secure an incredible discount straightaway shouldn't mean your work is done. Amazon releases plenty more high-profile savings throughout the course of the two-day event, so it's worth checking back in throughout as well.
5. You're not limited to Amazon – price check and price match
Amazon Prime Day isn't strictly limited to Amazon. We see more and more retailers offering competing discounts these days, and that extra competition often drives prices even lower. It's worth checking other retailers aren't beating your Prime Day deals, but even if they aren't, some like JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys and others will be offering price-matching guarantees and you may snag additional extras as well.
How to find other Amazon deals
Amazon doesn't always do a great job of promoting the best Prime Day deals. Sure, it will shout about many of its own devices and other well-known products that are on sale, but it's often worth looking beyond these highlighted deals for some even better savings. We do a lot of that searching for you and share our favourite offers right here, but here's some more advice on how to find the best Prime Day deals.
Before the sale begins is a good place to start. In the run-up to Prime Day, Amazon usually has a few offers live that are a tease for the big event. These aren't usually some of the biggest products, but can still be tempting bargains. We sometimes see reductions on its own subscription services such as Audible, Music Unlimited and Kindle Unlimited during this window, making it a good time to sign up.
We also strongly encourage you to keep an eye on Amazon Warehouse deals. We often see store-wide discounts of up to 20% across this selection of second-hand, used and open-box products. All items are checked, tested and Amazon-approved before they go back on sale, plus they are covered by the standard returns policy, so you don't have to worry if you run into any issues. Generally, it's an excellent option to bag an even bigger bargain.
Prime Day vs Black Friday – should you wait?
Both Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday generally offer discounts on the same kinds of devices, but there are a few differences between the sales events.
Prime Day deals are largely focused on Amazon itself. Competition among shoppers is also significantly reduced on Prime Day, which means that deals are generally easier to find, easier to price check and won't run out of stock so quickly.
Black Friday, on the other hand, is set across a much larger range of retailers, with prices that tend to be a little cheaper across a wider variety of brands. That does mean putting in a lot more work to make sure you get the best offer possible and keeping a close eye out for limited-time flash sales that make up for most of those lowest recorded prices. With more competition between retailers, though, we do tend to see slightly heavier discounts in November.
Of course, you may also simply want your tech sooner. If so, we wouldn't recommend waiting another month for the chance of a better discount, which may or may not come your way. There's no guarantee that prices will be any different come Black Friday, especially on Amazon products. You may find some older tech for even less, but then you also run the risk of missing out on the best deals due to the increase in competition.
Moreover, keep in mind we've never had a Prime Big Deal Days sale before, so we're as yet uncertain how well the prices will compare to Black Friday. So if you can hold on for a month or so, you could wait to see what happens during November's bumper sale.
Best deals from Prime Day 2024
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max + 1 month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate | AU$119 AU$59 (AU$40 off)
This version of Amazon's Fire TV Stick offers 4K HDR streaming, plus Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos support. The remote that comes with it also has dedicated Netflix and Disney Plus buttons too. With AU$40 off, you also got a bonus 1-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to play through the cloud on the Fire TV.
iPad 10.2-inch (2021) | AU$549 AU$398 (AU$151 off)
This was the all-time low price we saw on the 9th-generation iPad during EOFY and reappeared again in July, which is excellent news as it usually hovers at the AU$427 mark. It's a few years old now but it still holds up as a mighty impressive tablet that does the basics incredibly well. If you're after an affordable tablet in Apple's ecosystem that can handle entertainment, a bit of light work and some video calls, it's perfect if you can pick it up again at this price.
Samsung Galaxy S23 (Phantom Black) | AU$1,199 AU$721 (AU$478 off)
If you were looking for a quality phone at budget prices, this deal on the Galaxy S23 was hard to ignore. With a 50MP camera, snappy performance and long-lasting battery packed into maybe the most comfortably sized phone, we thoroughly enjoyed it in our Galaxy S23 review and is essentially a flagship at a mid-range price.
Bose QuietComfort SC | AU$499.95 AU$282.15 (AU$217.80 off)
These are #1 bestselling headphones on Amazon for a reason, even before a mighty 41% discount – and this is based on the official RRP of the cans and not on Amazon's listed price (which was the previous discount). While they are often around AU$349, this discounted price of AU$297 was the lowest price we'd seen on Amazon.
Meta Quest 3 (128GB) | was AU$796.99 AU$699.99 (AU$200 off)
The Meta Quest 3 plummeted down to a new all-time low price on Amazon (previously having dropped to AU$772), giving you the chance to enter the world of VR gaming for less. There was also a bonus game ready for you to try right out of the box! It was an ace deal.
Apple Watch 9 (GPS) | from AU$649 from AU$534 (up to AU$115 off)
The Apple Watch 9 had dropped to a record low during Prime Day in July. Several models of the Apple Watch 9 were discounted to various degrees, so whether you needed the 41mm or the 45mm, with or without LTE connectivity and a choice of bands, there was plenty to choose from.
Dyson Gen5detect Absolute | AU$1,549 AU$878.75 (AU$670.25 off)
With a delightful 43% off RRP, this was a fantastic price on a stick vac that can reveal hidden dust on hard floors thanks to a specially designed light built into the Fluffy Optic cleaner head. Dyson calls this its most powerful HEPA cordless vacuum, and the Gen5detect has 262AW of suction power yet can trap up to 99.99% of particles and houses.
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