61 Amazon Deals on the Best Products We Tested in 2023 Ahead of Black Friday

One thing you should know is that we’re pretty big on early Black Friday deals here at PEOPLE shopping — but we’re even more serious about our recommendations, which is why we like to test things out ourselves before you spend your money on them.

It’s easy to add any product to your cart when you see a sale sticker on it, but we’re here to make sure that the things you’re eyeing are vetted and trustworthy. We found the best deals on items approved in our PEOPLE Tested lab, so you can save money while taking less time figuring out which products are right for you.

The Best Overall PEOPLE Tested Deals

While there are hundreds of deals across our treasure trove of PEOPLE-Tested products, we spotted a few with the most eye-popping discounts ahead of Black Friday.

• Estée Lauder Hydrating Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex, $27.70 (orig. $69.99)
• Maidenform Firm Control Open-Bust Body Shaper, $28.99 (orig. $68)
• Dyson Outsize+ Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, $639 (orig. $949.99)
• Solo Re:Define Laptop Backpack, $39.99 (orig. $82.99)
• GiveBest Portable Electric Space Heater with Thermostat, $26.99 with coupon (orig. $59.99)

Estée Lauder Hydrating Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex, $28 (Save 60%)

People / Jhett Thompson

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$70
$28

The eye cream we dubbed the best for mature skin is formulated with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to plump and hydrate your undereye area. All you need is a small amount under each eye in both the morning and evening to effectively hydrate your skin and reduce the appearance of dark circles. Best of all, this luxury eye cream is 60 percent off now. 

The 10 Best Eye Creams for Dark Circles of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

Maidenform Firm Control Open-Bust Body Shaper, $29 (Save 57%)

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$68
$29

This open-bust singlet was named the best budget pick in our shapewear test for a reason since it effectively slimmed our figures while keeping things comfortable. That’s why we’re excited to see this breathable bodysuit on sale for a whopping 57 percent off, which means you can snag it for just $28.

Dyson Outsize+ Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, $640 (Save $311)

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$950
$640

The name Dyson is practically synonymous with expensive, which is why we quickly checkout when we see any sort of deal on one of its vacuums. The Outsize+ was a powerhouse when we tested it, offering a surprisingly long run time (up to 120 minutes) and a large dustbin.

Best PEOPLE Tested Home Deals

Whether you’re sprucing up your bedroom with new satin sheets or looking for a new air purifier, we found several great deals on some of our favorite home items we tested this year.

• Perfect Fit SoftHeat Queen Heated Blanket, $77 (orig. $129.99)
• National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree, $161.99 (orig. $319.99)
• Featol Extra Thick Anti-Fatigue Mat, $24.22 with coupon (orig. $45.99)
• Hawmam Linen 6-Pack Bath Towels Set, $39.99 (orig. $62.99)
• Bedsure Duvet Insert Queen Comforter, $26.30 (orig. $32.89)
• Lanest Housing Queen Silk Satin Sheets, $29.99 with coupon (orig. $37.99)
• Tuft and Needle Queen 2-Inch Adaptive Foam Mattress Topper, $180.62 (orig. $250)
• Bosheng Mop and Bucket with Wringer Set, $31.99 with coupon (orig. $53.61)
• Furminator Medium Dog Undercoat De-Shedding Tool, $33.55 (orig. $39.49)
• Kenmore PM3020 Air Purifier, $179 (orig. $199)

Hammam Linen 6-Pack Bath Towels Set, $40 (Save 37%)

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$63
$40

One easy way to make your bathroom feel more spa-like is by swapping your old rags for these fluffy oversized towels. Made from Turkish cotton, the cloudlike towels were absorbent and big enough to shroud our bodies like a robe after we stepped out of the shower.

The 13 Best Bath Towels of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

Perfect Fit SoftHeat Queen Heated Blanket, $77 (Save 41%)

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$130
$77

Winter nights spent curled up on the couch just aren’t the same without a heated blanket, and this fleece option was a standout from our electric blankets test because of its small wires and soft fabric. It’s large enough to sleep with on your bed and will automatically shut off after 10 hours. 

National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree, $162 (Save 49%)

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$320
$162

Christmas decorating seems to creep up earlier year after year, so if you’re feeling behind, you’re not alone. This white artificial tree stands at 7 feet tall and features a smattering of soft white lights to elevate your space. Plus, it’s almost 50 percent off.

Best PEOPLE Tested Kitchen Deals

Whether you’ve coined yourself as a home chef or are shopping for a nice gift for your foodie friend, these deals on kitchenware are pretty unbeatable right now.

• Keurig K-Slim Single Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker, $79.99 (orig. $129.99)
• Calphalon 10-Piece Hard-Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set, $149.99 (orig. $239.99)
• Nutribullet Pro+ Personal Blender, $103.99 (orig. $119.99)
• Cuisinart 7-Piece Cookware Set, $89.95 (orig. $119.95)
• Souped Up Recipes Carbon Steel Wok, $39.99 (orig. $64.99)
• Lodge Cast Iron Square Grill Pan, $21.90 (orig. $39.50)
• Cuisinart Elite Griddler, $115.73 (orig. $199.95)
• Espressione Combination Espresso and Coffee Maker, $299.99 (orig. $450)
• CucinaPro Deluxe Pasta Maker Set, $49.95 (orig. $59.99)

Souped Up Recipes Carbon Steel Wok, $40 (Save $38%)

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$40
$65

Pots and pans are notoriously expensive, which is why we were elated to see that the pan our testers chose as their number one pick was on sale for a mere $40. The Souped Up Recipes Carbon Steel Wok produces high-quality performance at a budget-friendly price. 

Keurig K-Slim Single Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker, $80 (Save 38%)

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$130
$80

This slim single-serving Keurig is about to become your go-to machine on groggy mornings. We chose this model as our favorite for tight spaces, but we also think it’s great for coffee amateurs. Not to mention that it’s giftable for people heading into their first dorm room or apartment.

Best PEOPLE Tested Vacuum Deals

Is your vacuum gathering dust rather than sucking it up? If so, it might be time for an upgrade. We’re not fans of buying these costly gadgets at full price, so we did the legwork for you to find the best vacuums on the market today (more specifically, the ones on sale). 

• iRobot Roomba J7 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum, $434.06 (orig. $599.99)
• Shark AI Robot Vacuum and Mop, $269.99 (orig. $479.99)
• Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, $514.99 (orig. $649.99)
• Bissell CleanView Swivel Rewind Pet Reach Vacuum Cleaner, $119.09 (orig. $175.09)
• Shark NV360 Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum, $99.99 (orig. $219.99)
• Samsung Jet 75 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, $299.99 (orig. $399)
• Shark WS642AE Wandvac Cordless Vacuum, $249.99 (orig. $329.99)

iRobot Roomba J7 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum, $434 (Save 28%)

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$600
$434

What’s better than a vacuum that operates on its own? The iRobot Roomba J7 skirts around furniture legs and spends extra time on tougher messes, all courtesy of its motion-sensor technology and room-mapping capabilities. Best of all, you can operate the cleaner straight from your phone with the Roomba app.

Shark NV360 Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum, $100 (Save 55%)

People / Henry Wortock

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$220
$100

Named best overall after our quest to find the best vacuum cleaners, this Shark model performed well on hardwood floors, low-, medium-, and high-pile carpets, and area rugs. It was very easy to maneuver around table and chair legs and its canister didn’t need to be emptied often. While the price was already pretty hard to beat, it has dropped to $100, which we think is well worth it for a model that will last you years.

Best PEOPLE Tested Fashion Deals

The changing of seasons is as good of a reason as any for a clothes shopping spree, and we found several of our favorites on sale. Whether you’re looking for a new heated jacket or you need a new pair of Levi’s jeans while they’re 44 percent off, we’ve found deals that will help you save in style.

• Wacoal Comfort First Wirefree T-Shirt Bra, $40.80 (orig. $68)
• Beyond Yoga High Waisted Midi Leggings, $82.45 (orig. $97)
• Amazon Essentials Belice Ballet Flats, $17.40 (orig. $24.90)
• Dearfoams Brendan Breathable Memory Foam Clogs, $30 (orig. $48)
• Ororo Slim Fit Heated Jacket, $159.99 (orig. $199.99)
• Bali Lace ‘N Smooth Shapewear Body Shaper, $21.35–$30.71 (orig. $60)
• Levi’s Wedgie Straight Jeans, $44.61–$48.12 (orig. $79.50)
• Columbia Suttle Mountain Long Insulated Jacket, $125–$139.99 (orig. $230)
• Eddie Bauer Crossover Winter Trail Adventure High-Rise Leggings, $50.50 (orig. $99)
• Keen Targhee 3 Waterproof Hiking Shoes, $72.50–$84.95 (orig. $154.95)

Levi’s Wedgie Straight Jeans, $48 (Save Up to 44%)

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$80
$48

Levi’s are some of the most dependable jeans out there, and the discounted Wedgie Straight Jeans have been voted one of our favorite jeans of the year by our editorial team. Each tester appreciated how the fabric molded to their shapes after a few hours of wear and found the straight-leg style to be ultra flattering.

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Dearfoams Brendan Breathable Memory Foam Clogs, $30 (Save $28)

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$48
$30

One of our favorite slippers is the Dearfoams Brendan Clogs, which are soft suede slip-ons with a shearling-lined inside for optimal comfort. The slippers are not only great indoor and outdoor shoes as cooler weather starts to creep in, but they make a solid gift as well. 

Bali Lace ‘N Smooth Shapewear Body Shaper, $31 (Save Up 64%)

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$60
$31

One word often comes to mind when we think of shapewear: uncomfortable. But when we tried on this lace bodysuit from Bali, all of our preconceived notions were turned on their heads. The smoothing one-piece made us feel confident without being constricted, and now, it’s only $31.

Best PEOPLE Tested Beauty Deals

We spend a lot of time prepping and painting our faces in our PEOPLE Tested lab and in the real world, so we like to snag our favorites whenever they’re on sale. Below we assembled some of the best deals we’ve spotted on a few of our tried-and-true beauty products, from anti-aging retinols to lip glosses and hair dryers. 

• Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Retinol and Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector, $18.14 (orig. $29.49)
• Crest 3D Whitestrips 1 Hour Express, $33 (orig. $54.99)
• Hot Tools Pro Signature Steamstyler, $50.61 (orig. $89.99)
• Marc Anthony Biotin Shampoo, $7.33 (orig. $7.98)
• Dr. Loretta Tightening Eye Gel, $53.97 (orig. $60)
• Maybelline Lash Sensational Boosting Eyelash Serum, $10.98 (orig. $13.99)
• Silk’n Infinity At Home Permanent Hair Removal, $300.30 (orig. $429)
• NYX Professional Makeup Butter Gloss, $4.79 (orig. $6)
• Laifen Swift Hair Dryer, $139 (orig. $199.99)
• Lyealion Automatic Hair Curling Wand, $80.99 with coupon (orig. $129.99)

Crest 3D Whitestrips 1 Hour Express, $33 (Save 40%)

People / Jhett Thompson

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$55
$33

We tried out 16 whitening strips, but only the Crest 3D Whitestrips 1 Hour Express reigned supreme. The strips were easy to apply and remove and never caused our teeth or gums to feel sensitive during or after wear. We were surprised at just how quickly our teeth were able to lighten, and you, too can reap the benefits of these fast-acting whiteners while they’re 40 percent off.

Lyealion Automatic Hair Curling Wand, $81 with Coupon

People / Jessica Juliao

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$130
$81

Simple, effective, and fairly priced are words that describe the best-rated rotating curling iron we tested. Not only was this straightforward tool super easy to use and gave us bouncy, full curls, but it comes with interchangeable curling barrels, so you can customize the tightness of your curls. There are also heat-protectant gloves and clips included.

Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Retinol and Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector, $18 (Save 38%)

People / Tamara Staples

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$29
$18

We heralded 11 dark spot correctors as the best of 2023, but this retinol and vitamin C-melded product was our favorite for anti aging. After six weeks of testing the serum, we noticed that our fine lines appeared to be smoothed and our dark spots faded, bringing a more youthful glow back to our skin. While this product is normally $29, it’s been slashed by 38 percent today.

Best PEOPLE Tested Travel Deals

Trips are expensive, but your travel accessories don’t have to be. We spotted deals on must-have products while you’re on the go, whether you’re traveling by plane, train, or automobile, including Apple AirTags, carry-on suitcases, and headphones starting at $11.

• Apple Airtag, $27 (orig. $29)
• Kenneth Cole Reaction Chelsea Quilted Underseat Luggage, $99.97 (orig. $139.99)
• Travelpro Platinum Elite Softside Expandable Carry-On, $314.49 (orig. $369.99)
• Cheruty Backpack Purse, $28.99 (orig. $35)
• Cloudz Travel Neck Pillow, $15.30 with coupon (orig. $19.95)
• Vee Small Travel Jewelry Case, $10.39 (orig. $14.99)
• Hyc00 Travel Duffel Bag, $21.49 (orig. $29.99)
• Veken Packing Cubes, $16.14 with coupon (orig. $26.99)
• Therm-a-Rest Hyperion Sleeping Bag, $355.18 (orig. $489.95)
• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, $199 (orig. $279)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, $199 (Save $80)

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$279
$199

We liked these Bose QuietComfort earbuds during our busy days of travel due to their comfortable tips, customizable stability bands, and crisp noise-canceling sound. While they were already less expensive than more pricey over-ear versions, the wireless earbuds are now on sale for almost 30 percent off.

The 13 Best Wireless Headphones of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

Kenneth Cole Reaction Chelsea Quilted Underseat Luggage, $100 (Save 29%)

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$140
$100

Whether you’re rolling up to the car or your airline gate, this underseat luggage is a functional choice (and a stylish one, at that). We appreciated its 360-degree wheels that glided smoothly around corners and how easy it was to slide the compact suitcase under our airplane seats while still being able to fit all of our essentials.

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