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Big ticket deals worth splurging on this Prime Day

Big ticket deals worth splurging on this Prime Day

Chicago Tribune10-07-2025
With deep discounts on nearly every product category, Amazon Prime Day is a shopper's dream come true. But for those with more expensive tastes, it may be even more exciting. That's because you can score big savings on pricier items, making it the perfect time to shop for the pricier items on your wish list.
Whether you want to upgrade to a 4K TV, invest in some high-end home gym equipment or add a high-powered blender to your kitchen, plenty of big-ticket items are on sale for Prime Day 2025. Not sure where to start? We've collected some of our favorite spurge-worthy deals to help get your shopping started.
roborock Qrevo S5V Robot Vacuum and Mop 39% OFF
This robot vacuum is one of the most powerful available, delivering 12,000 Pa of suction power that can remove embedded dirt and hair from carpeting, rugs and hard floors. It also has a mopping function with spinning pads that can scrub at stubborn stains and residue. The all-in-one smart dock can auto-empty the vacuum for up to seven weeks and wash and air-dry the mop pads, too.
Echelon Row-s Foldable Rowing Machine 50% OFF
Get a low-impact, full-body workout with this feature-packed rowing machine. It uses magnetic resistance to help burn fat, strengthen muscles and build endurance without putting stress on your joints. Its handlebar has Bluetooth controls that make it easy to adjust the settings, and the large 22-inch rotating HD screen and built-in soundbar allow for truly immersive workouts.
Shark FlexStyle Air Styler 29% OFF
This convenient styling tool is more than just a powerful hair dryer. When rotated, it transforms into a styling wand that can also curl, smooth and add volume to your hair. It is compact and lightweight, making it very easy to use. It dries hair quickly, too, but limits heat exposure to ensure your hair remains healthy and frizz-free.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 47% OFF
Help get your fitness journey on track with this feature-packed smartwatch. It features improved heart rate tracking that utilizes AI to filter out body movements for the most accurate readings and offers personalized wellness tips based on the collected data. Its AI also compares previous workouts to your current results to help you improve your performance over time.
AWOL VISION LTV-2500 4K UHD Ultra Short Throw Triple Laser Projector 40% OFF
Take your movie night to the next level with this 4K UHD laser projector. It provides sharp, colorful images on screens ranging from 80 to 150 inches and can support 3D films when paired with active shutter 3D glasses. It also features a built-in speaker that delivers crystal-clear dialogue and immersive audio directly from the screen, eliminating the need for additional equipment.
BLUEAIR Blue Pure 211i Max Air Purifier 43% OFF
This premium air purifier is powerful enough to clean the air in areas of over 3,000 square feet in just one hour, making it ideal for living rooms, master bedrooms, offices, or other open-concept spaces. Its filter removes at least 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.1 microns, including smoke and viruses. It also captures larger particles, such as pollen, pet dander, dust and other allergens, which can help alleviate symptoms for allergy sufferers.
Samsung 55-inch Class QLED 4K The Frame Smart TV 15% OFF
This wall-mountable smart TV supports 4K streaming and 100% color volume, delivering truly vivid and clear images. When you're not enjoying your favorite TV shows or movies, though, its Art Mode allows you to display personal photos or choose from over 1400 new and classic art pieces from Samsung's store. Its antireflection matte display also ensures that you can clearly see the images on the screen even with the lights on.
Samsonite Freeform Hardside Expandable Luggage Set 50% OFF
Travel in style with this two-piece luggage set that includes a 21-inch carry-on and a 28-inch spinner bag. The pieces have super sturdy, durable exteriors that hold up well to regular travel but are still lightweight and easy to carry. Both bags also feature recessed TSA-approved locks and dual spinner wheels that make maneuvering them over various surfaces effortless.
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 Soundbar 29% OFF
Experience theater-quality sound for your movie nights with this premium soundbar. It utilizes Sound Field Optimization to calibrate sound based on the room and supports Dolby Atmos, DTS X, and IMAX Enhanced formats. The system is also expandable, so you can add a wireless subwoofer and rear speakers for a more immersive audio experience.
Peloton Indoor Exercise Bike 25% OFF
Get intense cardio workouts at home with this high-powered exercise bike. It takes up the same space as a small yoga mat and features an adjustable seat to accommodate riders of various heights up to 6'5″. The built-in 22-inch touch screen allows you to stream classes and workouts, as well as your favorite TV shows and movies. It also tracks power, cadence, resistance and heart rate during exercise to help you keep track of your progress.
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