Black Friday Chromebook deals are already starting to appear online, even though the mega-sales day itself (which falls on November 29 this year) is still a few weeks off. There are plenty of discounts to be found right right now on Chromebooks new and old - though be cautious, as some deals might not be as great as they first appear.
Luckily, you've got me to help you sift through the Black Friday deals and sort the wheat from the chaff - like the excellent Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook for just $169 at Best Buy (a $150 savings) or this HP Chromebook Plus 15 for £279 at Currys in the UK (a £170 discount).
As more Black Friday Chromebook deals roll out over the next two weeks, I'll be bringing all the best and latest offers as I find them, while offering advice on how to find the best Chromebook to suit your needs at the lowest prices of the year.
As Computing Editor at TechRadar, I've spent an unhealthy amount of time staring at laptop screens. In fact, I've personally tested dozens of Chromebooks, and while I do most of my work on Windows these days, I've got a certain fondness for Google's excellent laptop brand - not least because they tend to offer great value for money, and are easily accessible for those who aren't super tech-savvy.
Today's best laptop deals in the US
- Amazon: discounts on Chromebooks already live
- Best Buy: laptops and Chromebooks from $139, sale starts on November 8
- Target: up to 25% off Chromebooks
- Walmart: big savings on Chromebooks, sale starts on November 11
Today's best laptop deals in the UK
- Amazon: deals from £199.99
- Argos: cheap Chromebooks from £179, early Black Friday sale live now
- Currys: up to £500 off Apple, Lenovo & Acer, Black Friday sale live until Dec 2
- John Lewis: Asus & HP from £159.99
Black Friday Chromebook deals: FAQs
When will the Black Friday Chromebook deals start in 2024?
While the actual Black Friday sales event takes place on November 29, we're starting to see a ton of great deals land right now. There was once a time when we'd urge caution and patience - but with how early retailers kick off their sales now, it's smart to keep your eye out as we approach Black Friday in the next two weeks in case you see a great deal pop up. Remember: once they're gone, they're gone.
Is Black Friday the best time to buy a Chromebook?
In truth, Black Friday is the best time buy an awful lot of things - and that definitely includes Chromebooks. In the midst of an economic downturn, people have been shrinking their budgets when it comes to tech. Fortunately, that could mean retailers have plenty of stock they want to shift, so we should see some great deals this year.
Although some Chromebooks will see a price drop prior to Black Friday that then doesn't shift until after the sale is over, it's worth bearing in mind that some early discounts will actually get deeper on the day itself, so patience can be valuable. Of course, if a truly excellent deal appears before November 29, it might sell out - so I'll be sure to highlight any particularly great early-bird discounts.
Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday
We've covered Black Friday for over a decade here at TechRadar and we've learned when all the best sales start and how to uncover all of the top deals. We also monitor sales throughout the year and track the lowest prices of dozens of the most popular products, so we know a bargain when we see it.
We've been testing Chromebooks for as long as they've existed as a type of laptop (way back in 2011!), so you can be assured that we know what we're talking about. Our testing process is rigorous, and with budget products like cheap laptops, we're sure to take value for money into account when rendering our judgments. We'll be using the expertise of many members of the TechRadar team when it comes to hunting down the best deals, and I'll compile them all for your convenience right here.
Combined, we'll bring you the best Black Friday deals on all the top-rated and well-reviewed products available to buy right now so you come away with some excellent tech at a great price.
