Amazon Prime Day 2019 is fast approaching — check out the best deals we expect to see again this year
- Amazon Prime Day is Amazon's big sitewide sales event. This year, it's happening on July 15-16.
- Your checklist for Amazon Prime Day 2019 is as follows: make sure you're an Amazon Prime member (you can get a free 30-day trial here), familiarize yourself with the types of anticipated deals below, and read our Amazon Prime Day FAQ.
- The list below is where you can find all the best deals for Prime Day 2019 across all categories. Bookmark this page for easy access once July 15 arrives.
- You can find all of Insider Picks' Amazon Prime Day 2019 coverage here.
Of the many products we receive and test at Insider Picks every day, we've never gotten our hands on a time-travel machine. If we did, however, we'd probably use it to take a peek at the best deals of Amazon's much-anticipated yearly event, Prime Day.
Amazon usually begins releasing additional details, including early deals, a couple weeks before the big sales event. Right now, there isn't an abundance of early deals, but there's at least one you should know about, along with all the basic information about the day itself.
This is what we know about Prime Day 2019 so far:
- Amazon Prime Day 2019 will officially begin at 12 a.m. PT on July 15 and will end at 11:59 p.m. PT on July 16.
- The deals will last a full 48 hours, with some deals happening early.
- Some of the best Prime Day deals have already begun. You can save $100 on the Fire TV Recast (usually $229.99), try 4 months of Amazon Music Unlimited for only $0.99 (save $31), and try 3 months of Kindle Unlimited for free (save $30).
- If you're hoping to buy an Alexa-enabled device, wait until Prime Day. You'll be able to shop the biggest Prime Day deals ever on Alexa-enabled devices.
You'll be able to browse featured deals on this Amazon page on Amazon Prime Day, but the real page you'll want to bookmark is this article. We'll be sifting through the more than 1 million deals anticipated to land on Prime Day and showing you only the best deals so you can save time and get on with your day.
Remember, you must be an Amazon Prime member in order to access Amazon Prime Day 2019's best deals. Check out all the great benefits a Prime membership affords in addition to Prime Day access, then sign up for a free 30-day trial here.
If you have more burning questions about Amazon Prime Day 2019, read our Amazon Prime Day FAQ. For any unanswered questions you may still have, email us at insiderpicks@businessinsider.com.
Learn more about the best Prime Day deals to expect below, plus all the early deals Amazon has already released:
SEE ALSO: 31 useful Amazon Prime benefits to know that go beyond free 2-day shipping
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The best Amazon service deals
Amazon's many memberships include music-streaming services Amazon Music Unlimited and Prime Music and grocery delivery services like AmazonFresh and Prime Pantry. These are usually the deals that get released early ahead of Prime Day and feature attractive trials that are either free or only cost $1.
The best Prime Day Amazon service deals:
- Amazon Music Unlimited, 4 months for $1 (originally $31.96) [You save $30.96]
- Kindle Unlimited, first 3 months free (originally $29.97) [You save $29.97]
- 50% off movie rentals from Prime Video
- Audible, first 3 months for $4.95/month (originally $14.95/month) [You save $10/month]
- Sign up for an annual Audible membership and get an Echo Dot for $0.99
- AmazonFresh, $15 off orders of $35+ for new customers. Plus, save up to 40% off groceries.
- Prime Book Box, first month for $13.99 (originally $19.99) [You save $6]
- Unlock exclusive Legend and weapon skins for Apex Legends, and content from multiple EA SPORTS titles on Twitch Prime
- Receive up to $25 in Amazon credits when you sign in and use the Amazon app for the first time.
The best Amazon Echo deals
Amazon's variety of Echo smart speakers always go on sale during Prime Day. Each one utilizes Alexa to accomplish any number of tasks, from answering questions to reordering supplies on Amazon.
The Echo (pictured) features Dolby speakers that play 360-degree audio with clear vocals and dynamic bass response, plus seven microphones so it can hear your commands even as music is playing.
The best Prime Day Echo deals:
- Echo Input, $14.99 (originally $34.99) [You save $20]
The best Kindle deals
Kindle ebook readers are light and comfortable to hold, give you the ability to download millions of books with the click of a button, and let you make highlights and notes. The newest model of the Kindle Paperwhite was released in 2018, and we love it.
Among our own readers, a top three best seller last year was a Kindle Unlimited promotional deal, which let Prime members who hadn't yet tried the service get access to over 1 million books for just $1. The service usually goes for $30 for the same time frame. This year, the deal is even better.
The best Prime Day Kindle deals:
- Kindle Unlimited, first 3 months free (originally $29.97) [You save $29.97]
The best TV deals
TV and media streamers often go on sale during Prime Day. While you can pick up a discounted TV and a separate media streamer such as the Fire TV Stick, there are also TV options that have Fire TV built right into their system.
The best Prime Day TV deals:
- Fire TV Recast, $129.99 (originally $229.99) [You save $100]
The best Prime Day media streamer deals:
- Check back soon for the best media streamer deals.
The best smart home deals
There was an almost overwhelming number of smart security camera and smart lighting deals on Prime Day last year. Amazon-owned Ring usually discounts a number of its cameras, with the Doorbell Pro being the most popular, but the Doorbell 2 and Spotlight Cam are quality alternatives. Other smart home deals you can shop might include smart light bulbs and thermostats.
The best Prime Day smart home deals:
- MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener + Amazon Cloud Cam, $99.98 (originally $189.40) [You save $89.42]
- Kasa Smart WiFi Light Bulb, Multicolor by TP-Link, $24.99 (originally $29.99) [You save $5]
The best laptop, tablet, and computer deals
Now's a great opportunity to buy a new laptop, tablet, or PC for school or personal use. Deals from Amazon (hint: lots of Fire tablets), Acer, Google, and Samsung should give you a wealth of choice as you decide which device you need.
The best Prime Day laptop deals:
- Check back soon for the best laptop deals.
The best Prime Day tablet deals:
- Check back soon for the best tablet deals.
The best Prime Day PC deals:
- Check back soon for the best PC deals.
The best speaker and soundbar deals
Upgrade your sound system for less with these Prime Day speaker deals. You'll notice the difference the next time you listen to music, watch a movie, or play a video game. You can even bring a few of these speakers with you on your next beach or camping trip. Some are made for outdoor convenience while others, like the Sonos One above, are made to fill a room with rich sound.
The best Prime Day speaker deals:
- Echo Input, $14.99 (originally $34.99) [You save $20]
The best Prime Day soundbar deals:
- Check back soon for the best soundbar deals.
The best headphones deals
Whether you need a good set to help you concentrate during work or to accompany your runs, we'll have you covered with the best Prime Day headphone deals, including wireless earbuds, wired earbuds, over-ear headphones, and Bluetooth headphones. It's hard to pass up on big savings from names like Sony, Bose, and Audio-Technica.
The best Prime Day headphones deals:
- Check back soon for the best headphones deals.
The best kitchen deals
Save on big kitchen brands like KitchenAid and newer entrants like ChefSteps (pictured). Of course, Prime Day would be incomplete without a couple Instant Pot deals. Kitchen essentials from small appliances (air fryers, blenders, mixers) to cookware and tools are popular deals to shop.
The best Prime Day kitchen appliance deals:
- Cosori Electric Kettle (1.8 Qt.), $19.99 (originally $29.99) [You save $10]
- SodaStream Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker Bundle, $119.99 (originally $149.95) [You save $29.96]
The best Prime Day cookware deals:
- Check back soon for the best cookware deals.
The best vacuum deals
No one actually enjoys vacuuming, so it's no surprise that robot vacuums are growing in popularity. Vacuums from brands like Ecovacs and iRobot will do all the work for you. But if you prefer a traditional handheld vacuum, you could also save on a fan-favorite that's usually pretty expensive — the coveted Dyson vacuum.
The best Prime Day vacuum deals:
- Check back soon for the best vacuum deals.
The best Prime Day robot vacuum deals:
- Check back soon for the best robot vacuum deals.
The best mattress, sheets, and pillow deals
Since you spend a third of your life sleeping, it pays to invest in a good mattress and pillow. Thankfully, you won't have to invest that much with these sleep deals. You'll be able to get the support you need with memory foam or hybrid mattresses and mattress toppers, wrap yourself in soft sheets, and rest your head (without the irritation) on hypoallergenic pillows.
The best Prime Day mattress deals:
- Check back soon for the best mattress deals.
The best Prime Day sheets and pillow deals:
- Check back soon for the best sheets and pillow deals.
The best fashion deals
Amazon's fashion offerings are a mix of its affordable in-house brands, which cover everything from active wear to everyday basics to fashion-forward trends, and designer brands you already know and love.
The best Prime Day women's fashion deals:
- Up to 30% off women's styles from Daily Ritual
- Up to 50% off women's active wear from Amazon Essentials, Core 10, and Starter
- Up to 30% off Tommy Hilfiger
- Up to 50% off athletic shoes from Reebok and Puma
The best Prime Day men's fashion deals:
- Up to 40% off men's shirts from Goodthreads, Buttoned Down, and Amazon Essentials
- Up to 30% off Tommy Hilfiger
- Up to 50% off athletic shoes from Reebok and Puma
The best beauty and grooming deals
All types of beauty products and personal-care tools, from simple standbys to the complex and tech-oriented, will be on sale. Skip the trip to the drugstore or department store and shop all your makeup, skin care, and hair needs during Prime Day.
The best Prime Day beauty deals:
- Check back soon for the best beauty deals.
The best Prime Day grooming deals:
- Beard and Lady Rhett's Beard Oil, $14.39 (originally $17.99) [You save $3.60]