Amazon has 100s of deals to shop this weekend — save up to 80% on tech, home, kitchen and more
It's nearly June, and do you know what that means? Amazon Prime Day is slowly creeping up on us. However, we're still quite some days away, and I wouldn't want to rush us through summer. That said, I have some good news for ya — you don't have to wait until July to score some epic Amazon deals.
Between Amazon's coupon page and deals store, you can still save on plenty of products across all categories. Need a new pair of headphones, a smart TV or even a laptop? There are tons of tech discounts that have you covered. The same goes for beauty items, personal wellness, kitchen appliances and so much more.
Are you planning on shopping solely Canadian products? Eh, we heavily support that, and we suggest shopping Amazon's Canada Showcase. 🇨🇦 And hey, if you're looking for a Father's Day gift, Amazon has plenty of dad-approved finds, from lawnmowers to handy gadgets and gizmos. Keep scrolling to dive into some seriously good deals to score this weekend.
Wow, talk about an epic deal. At 80 per cent off, you can add these bestselling Monster earbuds to your cart for just $30. They're wireless, waterproof and look super sleek, too. Shoppers are "impressed" with these little 'buds and confirm they deliver "good sound quality." So, if you don't feel like forking out hundreds on name-brand styles (understandably), you can opt for these affordable ones instead.
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Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $329 (originally $479)
Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $30 (originally $146)
Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) for $150 (originally $240)
Acer Aspire 3 Laptop for $400 (originally $530)
New Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet for $90 (originally $120)
If you've been wanting to ditch your clunky, corded vacuum cleaner for a sleek, cordless option, I highly suggest snagging this one for 72 per cent off. It's a no. 1 bestseller, and shoppers say it's "light and powerful." Why make your chores more painful, ya know? Lightweight is the way to go when tackling cleaning the house. And for less than $150, you can't really go wrong.
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2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo for $171 (originally $360)
Cordless Electric Cleaning Brush for $50 (originally $400)
Conair Garment Upright Steamer for $65 (originally $100)
Lift-Top Coffee Table with Hidden Compartment for $152 (originally $220)
Bissell PowerClean Turbo Pet XL Upright Carpet Cleaner for $200 (originally $250)
More than 4,000 people purchased this vitamin C serum in the past month and for a good reason. There are so many benefits to vitamin C in skin care, and this one is packed with even more goodies, like hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, niacinamide, retinol and more. This will quickly become a staple in your beauty regimen.
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grace & stella Eye Serum Roller for $10 (originally $14)
Hypochlorous Acid All Natural Face and Skin Spray for $16 (originally $19)
Vital Proteins Bovine Collagen Peptides for $49 (originally $58)
MANSCAPED The Lawn Mower 5.0 ULTRA Body Hair Trimmer for $127 (originally $150)
Rosemary Essential Oil for Hair & Skin for $15 (originally $19)
These 25-foot LED string lights are exactly what your patio or porch is missing. Just picture how much more enchanting your summer nights will feel with a little illumination to set the vibe. For 30 per cent off, you can snag these Edison bulbs for just $20. They're an "Amazon's Choice" product with more than 73,000 reviews to back 'em up.
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Patio Outdoor Umbrella for $120 (originally $140)
Pop-Up Canopy Tent for $110 (originally $150)
Expandable Garden Hose for $40 (originally $47)
Outdoor Bug Zapper with LED Light for $38 (originally $45)
Greenworks Pressure Washer for $114 (originally $160)
From someone who went from living in a Keurig household to a Nespresso household, I can honestly say I am never going back. Nespresso coffee is top-tier, in my humble opinion — robust, smooth and very flavourful. If you don't already own a machine, this white one by De'Longhi is currently more than half off, so now's your chance.
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Double Wall Glass Coffee Mugs for $33 (originally $40)
Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 8-qt. (7.6L) 2-Basket Air Fryer for $150 (originally $170)
Amazon Basics Enamelled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven for $59 (originally $87)
Vacuum Sealer Machine for $80 (originally $200)
Digital Kitchen Scale for $15 (originally $22)
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