20 Early Amazon Deals You Should Definitely Score Ahead of Prime Day
If you thought you had to wait until Black Friday for the next big holiday sale, I’m happy to inform you that there’s another one coming up soon that will tide you over. Amazon Prime Day has become something akin to a holiday, if we’re basing it off of the steep, steep discounts that we see every year. I know what you’re thinking: Doesn’t Prime Day usually fall during the summer months? It sure does, but Amazon is bringing it back this October in the form of Big Deal Days.
On October 8 and 9, Prime members will have the opportunity to score items from top brands for way less — kitchen gear included. If you’ve been meaning to upgrade your old fry pan or transform your coffee station, this is your chance. On Prime Day, products have been known to go pretty quick, so if you don’t want to leave anything up to chance, I’ve found the best early deals that you can add to your cart right now. Check out my 20 picks below, which include everything from organizers to toaster ovens!
KT Amazon Prime Day Early Deals 2024
Nespresso Vertuo POP+ Deluxe Espresso Machine
Amazon
$99 (was $149.95)
This Nespresso coffee machine is perfect for small kitchens thanks to its compact footprint and a movable water tank that you can position to stay out of the way. It can brew five different cup sizes and is compatible with all Nespresso Vertuo pods. You can even throw in a milk frother for $30 more!
14-Piece Multicolored Food Storage Set
Amazon
$26.49 (was $32.99)
Pyrex is a household name for a reason. Its glass food storage solutions are a major step up from plastic, remarkably durable and prettier to look at. This 14-piece set comes with colorful, snug-fitting lids and a variety of container sizes, ranging from a seven-cup bowl to one-cup.
Le Creuset 7.5-Quart Enameled Cast-Iron Chef's Oven
Amazon
$235.86 (was $400)
Another name that’s become known for its superior quality? Le Creuset, which typically has prices that reflect its high performance and long lifespan. That’s why you should grab stellar pieces like this Chef’s Oven, which boasts a glass lid for easy monitoring, while they’re on sale.
HA1 Hard Anodized Nonstick 2-Piece Fry Pan Set
Amazon
$59.99 (was $69)
You’ll be hard-pressed to find cookware that performs more efficiently than All-Clad. If you’d rather go for something that’s a bit easier to wield and maintain as opposed to its famous stainless steel, the brand also makes nonstick cookware. This set includes 8- and 10-inch fry pans, with wide surfaces and flared sides, that you’ll use for everything.
Breville Smart Oven
Amazon
$187.46 (was $269.95)
“The Smart Oven actually makes it easy to toggle between functions — something I’ve never even bothered to do with other toaster ovens,” reads our review of Breville’s do-it-all machine. The smart oven has 13 settings: toast, bagel, broil, bake, roast, warm, pizza, proof, air fry, reheat, cookies, slow cook with high/low settings, and dehydrate.
Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender
Amazon
$329.95 (was $379.95)
The great thing about this Vitamix blender is that it has 10 different settings, allowing you to practically choose the exact texture of your blend. It's perfect for making everything from smoothies to baby food, and the powerful blades can cut through even the toughest frozen foods. It'll become your go-to meal prep tool in no time!
YouCopia Adjustable Pan and Lid Rack
Amazon
$16.99 (was $19.99)
Commerce Editor Britt says that this organizer freed up half of her cabinet for more items. “The cookware rack also reduced the struggle of digging deep into the cabinet to reach pans that inevitably got pushed to the back,” her review reads. “No more straining and bending at odd angles in search of the right-size pan!”
DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine (Aqua)
Amazon
$29.99 (was $39.99)
At a fraction of the price — and size — of most other ice cream makers, this handy gadget is a must if you’ve been craving some homemade ice cream. It makes whipping up a frozen treat a total breeze, and you can eat the finished product right out of the container.
Vtopmart Large Stackable Storage Drawers (4-Pack)
Amazon
$37.99 (was $45.90)
These stackable clear bins will save you space and allow you to see where everything is all the time. Plus, they’re extremely versatile — beyond using them in a cabinet for snacks or under the sink for dishwashing pods, you could even turn extras into makeup or bathroom organizers.
Bissell Featherweight Cordless Stick Vacuum
Amazon
$129.64 (was $159.64)
If you’re looking for a compact vacuum that doesn’t sacrifice power, this Bissell stick vac does it all (and then some). With the extended reach feature, you can clean under furniture with ease. The cordless design allows you to move freely throughout your home as you’re cleaning, and the two-way folding handle breaks down easily. Best of all, the removable hand vac allows you to get into those nooks and crannies.
KitchenAid Espresso Machine
Amazon
$229.99 (was $349.99)
Step up your caffeine game with KitchenAid’s luxe machine, which will deliver great espresso every time. It’s equipped with smart temperature sensors, a steam wand, and a commercial-grade portafilter, so the flavor and consistency will be top-notch. Plus, if you have one of the brand’s stand mixers, it’ll pair perfectly with it on your counter!
CAROTE 12-Inch Nonstick Frying Pan
Amazon
Our tester confirms that this budget-friendly fry pan really lives up to its nonstick claims. “I’m notoriously bad at making pancakes because I lose control of the pan’s heat and wind up with burnt discs toward the end,” her review says. “With this skillet, however, I actually made fluffy, golden pancakes, and because of the nonstick surface, I had no issues when it came time to flip.”
ThermoPro TempSpike 1000 Feet Wireless Meat Thermometer
Amazon
If you want to make sure your meat is cooked to perfection, you’ll need to add an impressive thermometer to your arsenal — and hundreds of five-star reviews say ThermoPro’s is a great choice. You can check the temp of your food from your phone, at a distance of up to 1,000 feet. The included color-coded probes that also make it easy to figure out which piece of meat you’re reading.
KitchenAid Citrus Juicer Attachment
Amazon
$34.95
A KitchenAid stand mixer is a worthwhile investment for every kitchen, especially when you consider how much it can do once you collect all of the attachments. Instead of painstakingly juicing an orange or a lime by hand, you can use this attachment and let the stand mixer’s motor do the work for you.
Tramontina Pro Fusion 12-Inch Nonstick Fry Pan
Amazon
$54.95 (was $80)
This Brazilian-made pan will quickly become the most-used item in your kitchen. You won’t have to replace it anytime soon due to the durable, heavy-gauge aluminum, which also conducts heat efficiently. A huge bonus, also, is the removable silicone sleeve on the handle, which will keep your hand from burning.
Pyrex Sculpted 3-Pack Glass Mixing Bowls
Amazon
$20.99 (was $26.99)
Multiuse products are a must for small kitchens — and even if you have a large space, why wouldn’t you want to save as much space as possible? This set, which includes 1.3-, 2.3-, and 4.5-quart glass bowls, works for meal prep, baking, serving, and food storage. And, because they’re Pyrex, you know they’ll last.
DASH SmartStore 24-Cup Deluxe Stirring Popcorn Maker
Amazon
$39.99 (was $49.99)
After testing multiple kinds of popcorn machines, I discovered that this one makes batches closest in quality to the movie theater. It’s also way more convenient than others because the plastic cover also doubles as a bowl, so cleanup is that much faster.
Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
Amazon
$79.94 (was $129.99)
An air fryer will make your weeknight dinners so much easier, and you can’t go wrong with a classic like this one. Ninja’s air fryer has been one of the more popular models on the market for years, with its spacious capacity and reliability. Just take a look at the nearly 70,000 five-star reviews.
Hamilton Beach Food Processor & Vegetable Chopper
Amazon
$43.98 (was $54.99)
Speaking of gadgets that’ll make your life easier, a food processor will cut your meal prep time in half. Hamilton Beach’s version has five settings and two different blades — a stainless steel slicing disc and a chopping and pureeing blade — so it can handle it all. You can also pulse its speed, so the results are exactly to your liking.
Pipishell 3-Tier Rolling Cart with Tabletop
Amazon
$30.96 (was $51.99)
Don’t have enough cabinet space? The answer is a rolling cart. Whether it holds snacks, appliances, or literally anything else you can think of, kitchens lacking in storage can always do with one of these gems. This option even has a cover for the top shelf, so you can place something like your coffee maker on it.