Best Early Black Friday Deals on Home Products

The expandable Samsonite Freeform Carry-on Spinner is a great hard-shell suitcase—super usable, impact-resistant, and more, as our tests show. The Samsonite has four wheels, two handles, and comes in more than 10 colors, so you can choose one that suits you. It comes with a 10-year limited warranty, which is great. Its listed dimensions are 23 x 15 x 10 inches, slightly larger than the carry-on size requirements of most domestic airlines.

This was about $15 less during Prime Big Deal Days, but it’s a nice price if you need something right now.

The WiFi- and Bluetooth-enabled Omron Body Composition Monitor and Scale BCM-500 is accurate, consistent, and gives repeatable results even if your weight isn’t evenly distributed. In addition to your weight, measured in 0.1-pound increments, the Omron also calculates BMI based on the user’s entered profile.

This is actually $4 less than it was earlier in the week, making it an even bigger steal.

The Giro Syntax MIPS is a relatively expensive road/mountain bike helmet that keeps your head ventilated and absorbs impact. It’s easy to use and fits a variety of head sizes, too. The helmet comes in small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes and features an adjustable retention strap to further customize the fit. The Syntax MIPS is lightweight at 322 grams and features technology designed to reduce concussion risk. It has a one-year warranty.

The Schwinn Loop is a relatively inexpensive folding bike and comes with a handy carrying bag that keeps its not-secured folded parts, such as the handlebar stem and frame half, from swinging around when you’re carrying it. (Many folding bikes we tested didn’t come with a carrying bag.) That said, the Loop is heavy, at 30.2 pounds, and it doesn’t fold as easily or as compactly as some of the more expensive bikes we tested.

The Cubii Go Under Desk Elliptical is a manual under-desk elliptical (with no motorized features) that has a good exercise range and ergonomics, plus, it’s convenient to use. We had no issues when we tested this model with shoes on, but with socks on, our feet slipped off the pedals; consider wearing footwear for a steadier workout. There’s no remote, and all adjustments had to be made on the Cubii Go’s base.

The NordicTrack T10 performs well among the folding treadmills we tested. Plus, its design can accommodate a wide variety of body shapes and sizes, and we found it’s built for durability and resists wear after simulating six months of use in our lab tests. A subscription is required to use it. The T10’s frame comes with a 10-year warranty; its motor and parts, a two-year warranty; and its electronics and repairs, a one-year warranty.

The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 is a folding treadmill that performs well across ergonomics and user safety tests, and we found its wide range of exercises supports both low- and high-intensity workouts. A subscription is required to access any preset programs, though. Its frame comes with a 10-year warranty; its parts and repairs come with a one-year warranty.

This H2ofloss water flosser has an on-demand mode (short on/off press) and is USB chargeable, but it did not come with a charging brick. It has a flexible suction spout for flossing in any position, and a removable tank that is easy to fill with a larger opening. It comes with a carrying bag, cleaning brush, two standard tips, and five other tips, including a Periodontal Tip (for Plaque and gums) and an Orthodontic Tip (for braces).

We found the Onlyone Water Flosser quite easy to use and charge. Despite its smaller countertop footprint, it holds quite a lot of water, which means longer flossing sessions without needing a refill. The removable tank has a large opening, which facilitates easy filling.

100 percent cotton sheets at a synthetic fabric price is hard to come by. But this set from California Design Den offers quality and affordability. It excelled in our fit tests so you’ll never have to worry about the corners rolling up mid-sleep, and our shrinkage assessment proved that multiple washes won’t significantly reduce its size. It’s also one of the softer-feeling fabrics we’ve tested. However, you can expect a fair amount of wrinkling, and the tear resistance is just average.

Looking for an easy way to clean up gunk and debris from decks, patios, and driveways? The Greenworks GPW3001 performed very well in our cleaning tests and earned our top score for ease of use. Like many electric models, it’s relatively quiet, especially compared to most gas models. This pressure washer comes with 5 nozzle tips, and a replaceable cleaning tip. This is a very good deal, since this power washer has been selling for about $450 at most other retailers.

The GorFanty 10-in-1 MultiPurpose, which typically retails for $100, has hit an all-time low price for Prime Day. It is an excellent cleaner with a decent steam rate. It takes only 20 seconds for the steam mop to produce steam, and its steam can last for around 10 minutes on its maximum setting. We like that you can adjust the length of the mop to accommodate people of different heights. The mop comes with plenty of accessories, including attachments for cleaning tile grout, clothes, furniture, windows, and carpets.

It’s hard to find fault with the Tineco Floor One S5, which is exemplary at cleaning stains off of ceramic tiles and producing steam. It also scores a very good rating on our convenience test, meaning it’s easy and comfortable to use.

The Miele Blizzard CX1 Cat & Dog isn’t cheap, but at $150 off its usual price, it’s worth considering if you’re looking for a top-performing canister. It’s a great vacuum to have if you have allergies or asthma because it doesn’t release debris into the air as you’re cleaning it up from the floor. It also earns strong marks for vacuuming pet hair, making it a good choice for pet owners. 

The Eureka WhirlWind XL NEN186BL is a budget-friendly canister—and it’s currently selling at the lowest price we’ve seen this year. While its cleaning performance on carpet is only so-so, it’s more impressive at cleaning debris off bare floors such as hardwood and vinyl. At around 16 pounds, it’s also one of the lightest canisters that score well in our tests.

If you’re looking for a cleaning device that can both vacuum and mop your floors, the Tineco Floor ONE S7 Pro does a solid job at removing dried-up food residue and sucking up wet messes like cereal and milk. In our lab tests, it also does an okay job vacuuming dry debris like rice and sand. Its run time is fairly long, so it’s unlikely to die on you mid-cleaning session. This was $20 less during Prime Big Deal Days.

If you’re shopping for a stick vacuum and you don’t have much carpet at home, the Levoit LVAC-300 is a good choice. While its cleaning performance on carpet leaves something to be desired, it earns top marks in all of our other cleaning tests, including vacuuming bare floors, cleaning the corners and edges of a room, and removing pet hair. It has a pretty good run time, averaging around 36 minutes—one of the longest among the cordless sticks we recommend.

This model was only $189 during Prime Big Deal Days, so the price may drop again for Black Friday.

The flexibility of the Miele Triflex HX2 is one of the things we enjoy the most about it. You can adjust the bin’s placement to either the top or bottom of the vacuum, depending on the areas you’re cleaning in your home. You can also convert it into a hand vacuum. The vacuum is quiet and boasts exceptionally strong cleaning performance in our tests on bare floors, edges, and pet hair.

The Dyson Car+Boat 586119-01 is pricier than the other handheld vacuums we test, but its 24-minute run time is impressive. It’s a strong cleaner, especially with pet hair. (Though it’s not as effective as some other handhelds at sucking up debris from smaller crevices.) We love that this handheld vacuum comes with a pistol grip, which means less strain on your wrist. The current price is the lowest this vacuum usually sells for when discounted. 

This anti-jam GE unit is less expensive than many highly-rated continuous-feed disposals, but it only carries a one-year warranty, compared to others we’ve tested, which typically include a 10-year warranty. The ¾-hp device grinds food scraps quickly and relatively quietly. 

If you’re looking for an air purifier for a small room, the Blueair Mini Restful might fit the bill, though it’s $50 more than it was last week. The Mini Restful earns the CR Recommended designation because it performed very well in our tests. Running at high speeds, it aced the dust, pollen, and smoke removal tests, and did nearly as well operating at low speeds. It gets a middling score for noise output at high speed, which is common across every model, but it’s actually pretty quiet at low speed, making it a great option for all-day use in, say, a home office.

The Blueair Blue Pure 511i Max is a great pick for a midsized space (150 to 350 square feet). It features four speeds, an auto mode that senses when to shift into higher gear, and a filter replacement reminder. It offers app connectivity, where you can monitor your room’s air quality. You can also check the LED light’s color on the machine’s display. Crucially, this pick receives near-top-level marks in our tests for effectively removing dust, pollen, and smoke particles at its highest speed, though it’s not whisper-quiet while doing so. CR members who own Blueair purifiers also report very high owner satisfaction and very few reliability issues. 

This humidifier, rated for small rooms, is a fantastic balance of quality and price. It’s a top-rated model; it handled every one of our tests with ease, and it has an indicator when the water level is low, so it’s easy to know when you need to add more (and it shuts off automatically if you don’t get there in time). With perfect scores across the board and a price under $50, it’s a no-brainer.

Utopia premium bath towels are 100 percent cotton but shrank the least in our tests, even after 10 wash and dry cycles. We found that they got a bit less soft after washing, however, and experienced some hourglassing. Certified OEKO-TEX, they’re available in plum, sage green, ivory, and lavender, among other shades.

The Bedsure Electric Heated Flannel Blanket is thin but light. Though it’s cozy, it resembles an inexpensive fleece blanket you’d find at a grocery store. One side is striped flannel and the other is linty fleece. The flannel is not the best quality, but it does get hot. And it has the lightest wires of the blankets we evaluated. This is the price for a throw-sized blanket. Other sizes vary in price.

Ego’s battery-powered outdoor equipment consistently gets top marks from our testers, and this one is now $20 less than it was recently. Consumer Reports has rated the following products from its 56-volt battery platform: string trimmers, leaf blowers, chainsaws, a hedge trimmer, and lawn mowers. This system of tools also includes a highly rated snow blower and a very good pressure washer, though they didn’t factor into the Overall Score. Tools can be bought with and without a battery, and you can buy a charger that takes two batteries at once. Ego also has a three-year warranty for its batteries.

This five-setting Hopopro showerhead is the best fixed showerhead we’ve tested, and it’s also the least expensive one in our ratings, even when it’s not on sale. In terms of pressure, droplet size, and coverage, our testers found that it provided a great-feeling shower. It also earns top marks for its modest water consumption, using only 1.8 gallons of water per minute.

The LG WM3400CW is already quite inexpensive even when it’s not discounted, so the added savings are a bonus. Especially given its performance, it’s a smart buy and an environmentally friendly choice, combining exceptional washing performance with superior water and energy efficiency. But this model isn’t particularly gentle on fabric, so you might want to try the delicate cycle for your best threads. This washer’s claimed capacity is 4.5 cubic feet, and its cycle time is 105 minutes.

One of the most budget-friendly top-load agitators in our tests, the LG WT7005CW is only $50 more than its best price. This eco-friendly Green Choice washer isn’t the gentlest on clothes, but it conserves energy and water. It’s among the quietest models in our tests and causes little to no vibration, meaning it won’t disturb you with rumbling. The cycle time is 70 minutes using the normal-wash, heavy-soil setting. Shorten it by using the normal soil setting whenever possible.

You’ll notice that the LG Signature WM9900HSA features a minimalist design, and it’s back to its best price after dropping $100 right before Labor Day. At nearly $2,100 at full price, it may sock your wallet. This is typically the most expensive front-loader in our ratings by far, about $700 more than the next priciest model, making this discount worth a look.

The new Signature retains the outstanding performance and large 5.8-cubic-foot capacity, making it the roomiest front-loader in our tests. In fact, it receives top scores across the board for washing performance, energy efficiency, and water efficiency. But it’s not as gentle on clothes as some other machines, and it vibrates somewhat during its long 2-hour wash cycle. At 41 inches tall and 33 inches deep, it’s also larger than the standard-size front-loader, so measure your space carefully before making a purchase.

The top-rated LG DLE3400W is still available for its Labor Day price. We expect it to perform similarly to the CR-tested LG DLEX3700W (now discontinued). The tested model delivers solid performance across the board, nabbing an ace rating for noise and ratings near the top in our drying and convenience tests. This stackable Energy Star certified machine, with a claimed capacity of 7.4 cubic feet, is equipped with a moisture sensor, an extended tumble, custom programs, and an end-of-cycle signal—offering all these features at a fairly low price.

The high-performing LG Signature DLEX9900S is pricier than other LG electric dryers, and it’s dropped $100, back to its best price. And it comes with numerous extras that make laundry day easier. First, its 9-cubic-foot drum (the largest in our ratings) can handle any family-sized load. It features extras like a moisture sensor, a steam option, extended tumble, and WiFi connectivity. But what sets this dryer apart is AI-sensing technology that optimizes drying times, and a TurboSteam cycle that refreshes clothes and combats odors. Aside from its 56-minute cycle time, its de-wrinkle option can tumble clothes for up to 3 hours after the cycle ends. You can also operate the machine remotely via its ThinQ app. One thing it lacks, however, is a duct blockage indicator, so it’s essential to keep close tabs on duct maintenance.