Labor Day is officially here, and so are the sales — but not all of them are great (and most of them end tonight). The best ones center around a few key categories, according to experts I talked to: summer-related products, mattresses, furniture, major appliances and warm-weather fashion.
If you’re browsing online or heading into stores today — which 73% of shoppers plan to do, according to a recent survey by RetailMeNot — that’s what you should focus on. To help you get started, I curated a list of the best Labor Day deals up to 75% off across retailers like Amazon, Target, Old Navy, Brooks, Home Depot, REI and Ulta. I also consulted experts to answer all your saving and spending questions, including why you should avoid buying tech right now.
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Best Labor Day deals 2026
Land’s End’s Canvas Tote is one of my go-to everyday bags because it’s durable, fits all my essentials and has a zipper closure to keep everything inside. The bag is structured and has a flat base, so it stays upright when I’m filling it or taking items out. The base and trim are also treated with a water-resistant coating, so I never worry about putting my bag down when I’m outside. Internal and external pockets, plus a built-in key strap, help keep you organized.
The Little Green Max spot-cleans stains and removes dirt from your furniture and carpets. Add the included cleaning solution to the tank, spray it on problem areas with the nozzle, then suction up the liquid into the appliance’s dirty water tank. It has a long hose and cord to reach any area in your home, and you get two interchangeable attachments: a self-cleaning tough stain tool and a pet hair removal tool.
The Brooks Ghost Max is one of my favorite walking shoes for women and men due to its thick layer of soft cushioning that keeps my feet comfortable for hours whether I’m exercising, commuting or running errands around town. It’s also ideal to wear for casual runs and when you’re standing for long periods of time. The Ghost Max, which earned the American Podiatric Medical Association’s Seal of Acceptance, has a curved outsole that makes your heel-to-toe transitions as smooth as possible, as well as a wide, stabilizing base.
Toast, bake, broil, and warm up food with this countertop appliance, which helps you feed a crowd — it fits up to six slices of bread, an 11-inch pizza or a family-sized casserole. You can adjust its mode, temperature and toast shade using the dials, and the toaster oven automatically shuts off when the timer goes off. In toast mode, the oven monitors its temperature and automatically adjusts cooking time to ensure consistent results.
Labor Day is typically known for its deals on major home appliances, but there are plenty of strong discounts on smaller ones, especially those that revolve around cleaning. Shark makes some of the best cordless vacuums, including this model, which has a 4.2-star average rating from more than 16,000 Amazon customers (at the time of publishing).
The vacuum has LED headlights to help you spot dirt and pet hair, and powerful suction to get rid of it. It also senses the type of floor you’re cleaning to automatically adjust its settings accordingly. You get 40 minutes of runtime on a full battery, according to the brand. You can convert the appliance to a handheld vacuum, letting you attach the included crevice and pet-multi tools when you want to clean stairs, windowsills or between couch cushions.
Retailers drop prices on summer clothing during their Labor Day sales to get rid of warm weather apparel and make room for fall styles, says Vipin Porwal, CEO and consumer savings expert at Smarty, a shopping and rewards platform. I use this as an opportunity to stock up on basics like this Old Navy T-shirt, which I add to my cart every time it’s on sale. I wear it while temperatures are still high and layer under sweaters once it’s chilly out. The shirt has a relaxed fix that’s not too tight or baggy, gets softer with every wash and hits right below my hips, so I can tuck it in if I want to. It fits true-to-size, too.
The internet-famous Stanley Quencher is the ideal water bottle to keep on your desk at work, school or home. It has a 40-ounce capacity, is made from durable stainless steel and is insulated to keep drinks cold for up to 48 hours, according to the brand. The tumbler has a large, easy-to-hold handle and comes with a lid that rotates into three positions: one is a straw opening, one is a chug opening and one fully covers the openings to prevent leaks.
My Samsonite luggage is still in great condition after I’ve taken it on numerous trips, overstuffed it and beat it up in transit. This set comes with a carry-on suitcase and medium checked bag, both of which have hard, scratch-resistant exteriors, smooth spinner wheels, multiple handles and interior organization pockets. There’s also a TSA-approved luggage lock built into the checked bag.
In addition to summer apparel, retailers are putting outdoor gear on clearance, like this chair. It’ll serve you well at the beach next year, but for now, take it tailgating, camping and to kids’ sports games, or set it up on the patio or in the backyard at home. The cushioned chair has a four-can cooler, a mesh cup holder and a side pocket, as well as adjustable arms. It holds up to 325 pounds and folds up into an included bag for transport.
Waterpik’s Cordless Advanced Portable Water Flosser is one of the best options on the market — it earned a NBC Selected Wellness Award and the American Dental Association’s Seal of Acceptance. The reservoir built into the handle holds enough water for a 45-second clean, and a full charge gives you enough battery for about four weeks, according to the brand. You can choose from three pressure settings and four included interchangeable tips, all of which rotate 360 degrees to reach all parts of your mouth.
You get 10-inch and a 12-inch pans in this set, which are compatible with all stovetops, oven-safe up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and dishwasher-safe, according to the brand. They have a nonstick ceramic cooking surface that releases food quickly, as well as chip-resistant rims to help them last long.
According to RetailMeNot data, groceries is the number one category that shoppers are planning to spend on during Labor Day weekend, which is indicative of the economic pressure many are still facing as the cost of living continues to rise. Retailers are more focused on discounting summer clearance, mattresses, furniture and major appliances (which we have deals for below), but you can find grocery deals here and there, especially on bulk nonperishables, like these Kind bars. You get 12 gluten-free bars in the pack, which you can throw in the kids’ lunchboxes or keep in your car, desk drawer or everyday bag.
Similar to groceries, if household essentials like these batteries are on sale for Labor Day, I highly recommend adding them to your cart — you know you’ll use them, so you may as well save on them while they’re discounted. This pack comes with 20 AA batteries that last up to 10 years in storage, according to the brand.
You’ll find some of the best bedding deals during three-day holiday weekends like Labor Day, so if you’re in the market for a new quilt, now is the time to buy. Lands’ Ends’s machine-washable Seed Stitch Quilt is made from 100 percent cotton that feels already broken-in when you use it for the first time. It has a seed-stitched design, cotton batting and a smooth poplin backing. You can buy the quilt in twin, full/queen and king sizes, and buy matching shams separately (they’re also on sale right now).
With a 4.5-star average rating from more than 46,000 customers on Amazon, these are some of Levi’s most beloved men’s jeans. They have a relaxed fit that’s loose through the seat and thigh areas, but more tapered underneath. They’re also low stretch, which means there’s some give, and they sit right below the waist with a higher back for more coverage. You can buy the jeans in a range of standard and tall sizes, and numerous washes are currently on sale.
This insulated cooler keeps food and drinks cold for hours when you add an ice pack, and it has a 15-liter capacity — to give you an idea of how big that is, it fits about 24 12-ounce cans. The cooler comes with two shoulder straps and a longer crossbody strap, all of which you can remove if needed. It also has a leak-proof liner you can wipe clean, and a clamshell lid that makes it easy to access what’s inside.
Comfrt’s Dreamer Blanket comes highly recommended by NBC Selected commerce editor Cory Fernandez, who says it’s just as soft and cozy as you’d hope (the brand sent him one to try). It’s covered in velvety fabric on both sides, and is semi-stretchy and machine-washable. The throw blanket is available in four sizes from medium, which covers one person, to XL Dreamer, which covers a king bed.
Best Labor Day sales 2026
Here are the best Labor Day sales to know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below.
Best sales overall
Amazon: Up to 60% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Amazon Outlet: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Best Buy: Up to 45% off select major appliances (plus free delivery), as well as discounts on other devices
Crate & Barrel: Up to 60% off sitewide through Sept. 9
Crate & Barrel Kids: Up to 60% off sitewide through Sept. 9
Cozy Earth: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 6
Dyson: Up to $350 off Dyson home and beauty appliances
GE: Up to 41% off major home and kitchen appliances
Goldbelly: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Home Depot: Up to 60% off appliances, tools, grills, furniture and more through Sept. 9
LG: Up to 40% off large home and kitchen appliances, TVs and monitors
Lowe’s: Up to 50% off major appliances, outdoor supplies and tools, patio furniture, home improvement products and more
Macy’s: Up to 60% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Mattress Firm: Up to $700 off mattresses, adjustable bases, pillows and more through Sept. 29. Also, get a king mattress for the price of a queen (or a queen for the price of a twin)
REI: Up to 50% off select clothing, footwear, outdoor sports equipment and more through Sept. 7
Riffle Paper Co.: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Shark Ninja: Up to 30% off home, cleaning, kitchen, beauty and outdoor appliances
Stanley: Up to 40% off select drinkware, coolers and more
Target: Up to 50% off select products sidewide through Sept. 7
The Company Store: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Therabody: Up to 35% off sitewide
Urban Outfitters: Get an extra 40% off sale styles through Sept. 7
Wayfair: Up to 70% off sitewide
Yeti: Up to 30% off select drinkware, coolers and backpacks
Best clothing, footwear and accessories sales
Abercrombie & Fitch: Up to 40% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off clearance, through Sept. 7
Athleta: Up to 30% off select styles
Beyond Yoga: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Billy Reid: Up to 75% off sitewide through Sept. 9
Birkenstock: Up to 40% off footwear
Bruno Marc: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 29
Caddis Eye Appliances: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Caitlyn Minimalist: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Comrad: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Dearfoams: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 8
DSW: Up to 60% off select styles sitewide
Eyebobs: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Frame: Up to 70% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Gap: Up to 50% off select styles sitewide
GU: Up to 50% off select styles sitewide
Hoka: Up to 20% off select sneakers and footwear sitewide
Honeydew: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Honeylove: Up to 50% off sitewide
J. Crew: Up to 50% end of summer styles sitewide
Junk Food Clothing: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Land’s End: Up to 75% off select styles sitewide through Sept. 8
Levi’s: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 2
Lululemon: Up to 60% off select styles during the We Made Too Much sale
Marie Oliver: Get up to an additional 20% off sale styles through Sept. 7
MeUndies: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept, 7
Nobull: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 9
Old Navy: Up to 51% off select styles, and up to 40% off fall faves
Patagonia: Up to 50% off select styles sitewide
Reformation: Up to 70% off sitewide
Saylor: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Summersalt: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Suit Shop: Up to 50% off select suits and tuxedos through Sept. 7
Thirdlove: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 9
Tommy John: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 8
The North Face: Up 48% off select styles sitewide
Weatherman: Up to 20% off sitewide and up to 50% off clearance through Sept. 8
Zappos: Up to 50% off select shoes, clothing and accessories
Best mattress and bedding sales
AmeriSleep: Up to $1,000 off mattresses, Up to 40% off bedding, pillows, bed frames and more through Sept 7
Avocado: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 14
Bedgear: Up to $500 off mattresses and up to 50% off pillows and bedding through Sept. 28
Bear Mattress: Up to 35% off sitewide, plus free sleep accessories when you order a mattress through Sept. 7
Beautyrest: Up to $1,000 off select mattresses and adjustable bases through Sept. 15
Birch Living: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 13
Brooklinen: Up to 75% off bedding, pillows and more
Brooklyn Bedding: Up to 25% off sitewide
Boll & Branch: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Casper: Up to 35% off mattresses and bundles, pillows and bedding
Crane & Canopy: Up to 60% off sitewide through Sept 9
Chillpad by Sleepme: Up to $200 off with code LaborDay26 through Sept. 14
Coyuchi: Up to 20% off through Sept. 8 with code BETTERREST
Ettitude: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Form Sleep: Up to $400 off gel-grid mattresses through Sept. 7
Helix: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 13
Leesa: Up to 30% off mattresses sitewide through Sept. 15
Naturepedic: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 14
Nolah Mattress: Up to 35% off sitewide
Pom Pom at Home: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Purple: Up to $1199 off mattress + base through Sept. 15. Plus, get a king mattress for the price of a queen and get 15% off pillows, bedding and accessories
Serta: Up to $900 off mattresses, adjustable bases and more through Sept. 15
Tuft & Needle: Up to 25% off mattresses, accessories and bundles through Sept. 8
Vaya: $300 off all mattresses with code LD300, 30% off adjustable bed bundles through Sept. 7
Zoma: Up to 50% off mattresses, platform beds, pillows and more through Sept. 7
Best home sales
Albany Park: Up to 40% off sitewide
Artifact Uprising: Up to 20% off sitewide sitewide through Sept. 7
Ashley Furniture: Up to 60% off select items sitewide through Sept. 14
Azuna: Up to 30% off sitewide (or 40% off for subscribers) through Sept. 7
Bissell: Up to 34% off home cleaning appliances
Burrow: Up to 40% off select items sitewide
Cocoon: Up to 35% off through Sept. 7
Culligan: Up to 32% water pitchers, dispensers and filtration systems through Sept. 7
Havenly: Up to 50% off full room design packages online and in stores through Sept. 15
Interior Define: Up to 60% off warehouse and up to 35% off sitewide
Joybird: Up to 45% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Koala: Up to $1,000 off sitewide through Sept. 10
Lovesac: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 13
Nest New York: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Onsen: Up to 50% off everything sitewide through Sept. 7
Parachute: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 9
P.F. Candle Co.: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Raymour & Flanigan: Up to 35% off furniture sitewide
Roborock: Up to $1,600 off sitewide through Sept. 6
Ruggable: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 9
Shutterfly: Up to 50% of sitewide through Sept. 7
Society6: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 7
St. Frank: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Sundays: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 9
The Citizenry: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 15
The Inside: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 15
Tineco: Up to 50% off home cleaning appliances
Best kitchen sales
Anyday: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Brightland: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Fable: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Field Company: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Frigidaire: Up to 35% off select major appliances through Sept. 7
Gir: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Hedley & Benett: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
HexClad: Up to 52% off through Sept. 8
KitchenAid: Up to $300 off major kitchen appliances through Sept. 16
Made In: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 13
Mill: $150 off the Mill food recycler in all colors through Sept. 7
Nutribullet: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Our Place: Up to 45% off cookware, kitchen tools and appliances during the End of Summer sale
S’well: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Terra Kaffe: Up to $400 off coffee and espresso machines through Sept. 7
Williams Sonoma: Up to 50% off select cooking and entertaining products, plus up to 75% off clearance
Year & Day: Up to 20% off sitewide, plus free shipping on orders $100 or more, through Sept. 7
Best travel and outdoor sales
Antler: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Away: Up to 20% off select products
Backcountry: Up to 70% off select products sitewide
Calpak: Up to 50% off select suitcases, bags and travel accessories sitewide
Caraa: Tiered savings up to 30% off through Sept. 7
Delsey Paris: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 7
July: Up to 25% off select products through Sept. 7
Lo & Sons: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 8
Retrospec: Up to 30% off select e-bikes, bikes, kayaks and more
Samsonite: Up to 40% off, plus get an extra 10% off with code EXTRA10
Best beauty sales
Bask & Lather: Up to 40% off select products sitewide through Sept. 7
Bobbi Brown: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Drmtlgy: 25% off orders up to $99 and 30% off orders over $100
Glosslab: Up to 25% off sitewide
Grown Alchemist: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
HigherDose: Up to 20% off sitewide and 25% off bundles through Sept. 8
It’s a 10 Haircare: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Kosas: Up to 25% off sitewide through Sept. 7
L’ange: Up to 60% off hair tools sitewide through Sept. 8
Mother Science: Up to 20% off sitewide with code LABORDAY20 through Sept. 7
Naked Sundays: Save up to 68% on bundles
Naturium: Up to 40% of select products sitewide
Neostrata: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Paula’s Choice: Up to 30% off sitewide with code SAVE30 through Sept. 7
Peach & Lily: Up to 20% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Seen: Up to 25% off hair care sitewide through Sept.
Vacation: Up to 30% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Vegamour: Up to 40% off sitewide through Sept. 7
Wavytalk: Up to 50% off sitewide through Sept. 12
Frequently asked questions
Most Labor Day sales end on the holiday, which is today, Monday, Sept. 7. Some may extend longer into the week, but don’t plan on it — aim to get all your shopping done by tonight.
The best Labor Day sales to shop this year are:
Summer-related products: Summer is officially coming to an end, and retailers are desperate to get rid of related products to make room for fall inventory, says Porwal. Because of this, you’ll see huge clearance sales on grills, patio furniture, pool and beach accessories and outdoor sports equipment.
Warm-weather clothing, footwear and accessories: Summer fashion usually makes up the biggest portion of retailers’ summer clearance sections, says Porwal. Use it as your chance to stock up on basics and buy discounted pieces you’ve had your eye on to save for next year. If you see something you’re interested in, be sure to jump on it — the most popular brands, styles, colors and sizes sell out very quickly.
Mattresses, furniture and major appliances: Deals on these categories are the bread and butter of all three-day holiday weekend sales. Shoppers tend to wait on purchasing mattresses, furniture and major appliances because they’re pricey, says Stephanie Carls, a retail insights expert at RetailMeNot. By offering deep discounts across a few days, retailers give customers time to compare prices and weigh options, plus, on top of deals, they offer add-ons like free delivery and installation, which could be the thing that finally makes someone take the leap. Porwal says using Labor Day to buy mattresses, furniture and major appliances is especially important this year — he expects prices to increase by the end of 2026 due to ongoing economic issues, so this may be the last time you see deals this low.
The Labor Day sales you should skip this year are:
Tech: Retailers offer the lowest prices of the year on items like TVs, gaming consoles, smart home devices, earbuds and Bluetooth speakers during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, says Carls. Unless you need something immediately, don’t add tech to your cart just yet. The only exception is laptops. “Higher memory costs are putting pressure on notebook pricing, so if you find a strong Labor Day deal on the exact laptop you want, I’d take it seriously,” says Carls. “I wouldn’t assume November automatically gets you a lower final price.”
Toys: Toy deals are the most competitive leading up to the holidays, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, says Carls. If you’re already thinking about buying them as gifts, you’ll save the most if you wait to shop.
Fall and winter clothing, shoes and accessories: Retailers just rolled out next season’s fashion, so they’re not motivated to drop prices just yet. Wait until sales in October and November to save on denim, boots, coats and sweaters, for example, says Porwal.
All the experts I talked to agree that the best way to save the most money during Labor Day sales is to stack your savings. That means looking at the deal price as the starting point and combining it with additional offers to save even more, says Gerstley. For example, search for promo codes to lower prices further, shop through cash back apps and browsers to put money back in your pocket, and pay with credit cards that let you earn rewards as you spend.
Additionally, make sure you’re comparing prices across retailers before buying anything, says Porwal. Since so many retailers are hosting sales right now, they’re all competing for your attention, and you never know when one might lower prices just a little bit more to give themselves an edge, or throw in extras that make a purchase more worthwhile, like free shipping, delivery, install or haul-away. Don’t be afraid to ask about price matching, too, says Carls. If a retailer really wants your business, they’ll be open to negotiating with you.
Last but not least, don’t feel like you absolutely have to buy something if deals aren’t compelling, says Gerstley. As we enter the final quarter of the year, sales are plentiful with early Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers starting in October, and Amazon Prime Big Deal Days might be around the corner (it hasn’t been confirmed yet, however). There will be more promotional moments in the near future, and waiting might be key to maximizing your savings.
There are comparable Labor Day sales online and in stores, especially at big box retailers, so you’re guaranteed to find strong deals wherever you shop. A few things to keep in mind while deciding whether to leave your couch:
Shopping online makes comparing prices and stacking savings easier, letting you consider the total value of a deal, not just the sale price, says Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, a shopping and savings expert at Rakuten. Open a few tabs and search for the exact same product at a handful of retailers to weigh which one offers the lowest price and lowest shipping fee. You can also shop through cash back apps and browser extensions online, which help you find additional promo codes and rewards, she says.
Shopping in stores lets you try out big ticket items like furniture, mattresses and major appliances, giving you more confidence in pricey purchases. You can also ask a store associate about lower-priced floor models and open-box inventory, which you may never see advertised online, says Carls.
Shipping fees add up, especially if you’re placing online orders at numerous retailers or buying big-ticket products that require installation. If your total goes up drastically once you consider shipping fees, see if you can buy online and pick up in store instead.
Why are these Labor Day sales worth it?
Labor Day sales historically offer strong deals across key categories like summer clothing and shoes, outdoor goods, furniture, mattresses and bedding, and appliances. Shoppers can save online and in stores throughout the holiday weekend at almost every major retailer. Labor Day sales are typically the last summer clearance events, causing brands to drop prices extra low to get rid of inventory before the fall.
All of the Labor Day deals I recommend above are based on NBC Selected’s previous coverage and reporting. I evaluated the quality of deals to make sure they meet the below criteria:
At least 20% off
Highly rated with at least a 4-star average rating from hundreds of Amazon customers
From a reputable brand the NBC Selected staff has written about or tested first-hand
Meet our shopping experts
At NBC Selected, we work with experts who have specialized knowledge and authority based on relevant training and/or experience. We also ensure that all expert advice and recommendations are made independently and with no undisclosed financial conflicts of interest.
Stephanie Carls is a retail insights expert at RetailMeNot.
Vipin Porwal is the CEO of and a consumer savings expert at Smarty, a shopping and rewards platform.
Ashley Feinstein Gerstley is a shopping and savings expert at Rakuten.
Why trust NBC Selected?
I’m a reporter at NBC Selected who has covered major sale events and consumer savings since 2020, and I regularly appear in related NBC News NOW and TODAY segments. For this article, I spoke to three experts about what to buy and what to skip during Labor Day sales and shared advice I’ve learned first-hand over the years. From there, I curated a list of the best Labor Day sales and deals across retailers, which I’ll continue updating during the holiday.
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Deal of the Day
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If your Labor Day sales tabs are starting to get a little overwhelming — well, welcome to the club! Amazon is packed with markdowns for the holiday, but the trick is figuring out which ones are actually worth your time. Our team of deals experts spent days comparing hundreds of discounts and found some seriously noteworthy savings, including up to 70% off brands like Apple, Hanes, Stanley, Ninja and more. Collectively we have about 20 years of deal-hunting experience among us, tracking price histories and comparing discounts across retailers to make sure we’re only sharing the real deals, so you can rest assured that what we’ve collected here today is truly the cream of the savings crop.
5 best Amazon Labor Day deals:
Hanes Men’s Pullover EcoSmart Hoodie ($8, was $27): Nearly 70% off
Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) ($24, was $29): Lowest price we’ve seen
Dyson V8 Cyclone Cordless Vacuum ($300, was $400): Rare deal
Stanley Quencher ProTour Flipstraw Tumbler, 30 oz. ($20, was $40): Near historic low
Ninja Flip Air Fryer/Toaster Oven Combo ($150, was $250): $100 off
Tips from our deals experts:
✔️ What’s worth buying: Labor Day is when summer staples hit some of their lowest prices of the year, so stock up now on lightweight clothing, fall-ready basics and sunscreen rather than paying full price come summer. It’s also a smart time to grab year-round kitchen and home essentials like slow cookers, air fryers or a new vacuum ahead of the holiday hosting rush.
✔️ What to wait on: Hold off on pricier Amazon devices, which will likely see deeper discounts during October Prime Day, as well as larger appliances, which tend to drop further during Black Friday. Winter clothing and accessories are also worth waiting on, since those discounts typically get better as the season progresses.
✔️ Deal tip: Keep an eye out for limited-time Lightning Deals, which are only available while stock lasts. It’s always a good idea to check out the little-known Coupon page for extra savings. Also, be sure to check individual product pages, where coupons often appear in a red box under the price (just tick the box to take advantage).
Best Amazon Labor Day deals: Top picks
My one complaint about my air fryer is that it’s not big enough to cook a frozen pizza. Well, OK, one more critique: It also takes up a bit more room than I’d like. So I’ve got my eye on this one from Ninja this Labor Day. It’s roomy enough for a 12-inch pizza, flips up on its back (let it cool first!) to save counter space and can bake, toast, dehydrate and roast in addition to air frying. One recent shopper said it “could be the best air fryer [they’ve] ever had.”
Good deal: A quality, cook-everything air fryer that can handle pizzas for $150? Sold. We’ve only seen this unit dip a few bucks lower this year, and that was months ago.
Need an extra layer for those cool summer nights and soon-to-be crisp autumn days? Don’t miss out on this soft fleece hoodie while it’s 70% off in certain colors. It has over 125,000 five-star ratings, including a ringing endorsement from one of our deals experts. Choose from shades like classic black and forest green — your best deal will be in this natty navy shade. (Prefer a zip-up? Those are on sale too, starting at just $9.)
Good time to buy: This is the lowest price we’ve seen for this fan-favorite hoodie, and considering it’ll only get cooler by summer’s end, we don’t envision it going lower anytime soon.
Here’s an ultra-compact Keurig that brews a single serving at a time. At $50, this tiny wonder is an affordable option for small kitchens, dorm rooms and offices. Just add water, your preferred K-Cup flavor (or use your own grounds with a My K-Cup) and enjoy a mugful of java whenever you want. All four colors (green, black, red and pink) are on sale.
Great time to buy: At $40 off, it matches the lowest price we’ve tracked in the past 90 days.
“Every single day. That’s how often I use my Apple AirTags,” shares our resident tech-spert Chris McGraw. “While I was born with the ability to remember random people’s birthdays with ease, finding my keys… well, that’s a whole other story. Before these trackers, I was constantly searching the house, but now I can open the Find My app on my phone, and it guides me right to them.”
Great time to buy: This is the lowest price we’ve seen on the pack since its release.
Our gifting expert, Amanda Garrity, is a longtime fan of the Bonne Maman Advent Calendars, and this year’s is no exception. You get 24 small jars of the famous French spread, with so many possibilities: Deck your toast, waffles and other treats with different fruit jellies and caramel spreads.
While this Advent calendar isn’t technically on sale, going off the fact that a 9-piece gift set sets you back $28 for just 9 jars, we’ve done the math, and the content value of the calendar comes out to around $75 worth of yummy jellies, jams and spreads — making its $56 price tag a pretty sweet deal. And if history is any indication, it’ll sell out well before December, so you know what to do!
Attention, “Roomba-or-nothing” folks: Having any sort of robot vacuum is great, but you know what’s really handy? One that doubles as a mop so it can clean every type of floor in your house. This model boasts up to 70% more suction power than other iRobot vacuums, and it’s smart enough to avoid carpets and rugs when it’s in mopping mode. “Really impressed with how well this combo vacuum and mop performs,” raved a reviewer. “The suction is powerful enough to pick up dirt, dust and pet hair, and the mopping feature adds an extra level of clean.”
Good deal: This price is just about as low as it’s been in the past year, aside from one quick dip back in April, so save 47% while you can.
No one wants to deal with night sweats, but luckily, you can start sleeping more comfortably, thanks to these lightweight cooling sheets. The smooth microfiber material will feel like heaven against your skin and the fitted sheet even comes with a handy side pocket that’s perfect for storing things you tend to misplace in bed, like your phone or the TV remote! Each set includes a top sheet, fitted sheet and two pillowcases — and are up to 42% off right now.
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Wildly popular leggings for a mere $6? Yes, please! These No. 1 bestsellers are buttery soft and totally opaque. Plus, the high waist offers support without being too constricting, and according to reviewers, they pass the squat test.
Great time to buy: These leggings, which have been purchased over 9,000 times this month, are always a steal, but this price — equal to the lowest we’ve ever seen — is particularly stellar.
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The latest AirPods Pro models came out last October and we’ve seen them discounted by as much as $70 in previous sales. Yahoo Tech’s review praised the great sound, improved battery life (8 hours) and excellent noise cancellation. With the software upgrade to iOS 27 coming this fall, the buds will even have an equalizer function.
You also get Live Translation, heart-rate sensing for workouts and a hearing aid feature with these buds. And I can personally attest that the noise cancellation is almost spooky-good.
Ah, yes, the coveted Stanley cup. These bestselling bad boys rarely go on sale (they don’t really need to), but this one happens to be marked down by half in a handful of pretty hues — so stock up! It’s got a built-in flip straw and keeps cold drinks cold for up to nine hours (40 hours if they’re iced). Plus, its tapered bottom will fit right in your car’s cup holder.
Great time to buy: At $20 and 50% off in a variety of shades, this is within a couple bucks of the best price we’ve seen on the ProTour since last winter.
Related: Stanley Quencher Tumbler review: Once and for all, is it worth it?
How about a fresh polo? This Under Armour essential is up to 45% off, and I’ve even added it to my own cart for my husband, who recently got into hitting the links. Shoppers say it’s a great value, fits very comfortably and can be worn for everything from playing a round of golf to casual outings and work.
For a powerful whole-home clean, you can’t do much better than this vac/mop combo from the experts at Shark. It cleans in a precision matrix grid to ensure not a single spot is missed, and its CleanEdge Detect technology uses blasts of air and corner recognition to remove dust and debris from otherwise hard-to-reach nooks and crannies. It even empties and charges itself — what more could you want?
Great time to buy: At a near-60% discount, this is the best deal we’ve seen since Prime Day.
Here’s the tablet to buy if you need a little more productivity than the standard iPad can handle. The iPad Air was released earlier this year and uses the same M4 chip as last year’s MacBook Air. Yup, the same processor that powered Apple’s laptops in 2025 are now housed in this lightweight slate making it a good laptop replacer. It can absolutely handle all but the most demanding tasks whether that’s for school, work or play.
Good deal: This is the lowest price we’ve seen since the price hikes on tech products back in June.
It’s an air fryer! It’s a toaster oven! It’s … actually six appliances in one. The colorful, compact multitasker can air fry, bake, roast, toast, broil and reheat, serving up crispy favorites with hardly any oil — and without hogging precious counter space. Even better, it’s down to $149 today, saving you nearly 20%.
Need to take your carpet cleaning to the max? Bring couches, rugs, curtains and more back to that “fresh from the factory” feel with this upgrade on the immensely popular Little Green. The new and improved model offers superior suction, has a larger water tank and comes with a pet hair tool and Bissell’s Pet Pro cleaning formula. Just fill the tank with a mix of water and cleaning solution, turn it on, and use the bristle-tipped hose attachment to scrub away stains and other messes. The dirty water goes into a separate detachable tank that you can easily dump out in the sink.
Good deal: This is the best price on the Max since Prime Day.
Here at Yahoo, we’re big fans of Dyson vacuums. They’re among the most powerful floor cleaners we’ve tested, and this svelte cordless model is no exception. As a rule, you’re about as likely to see a Dyson vac on sale as you are to spot a flying pig. This vac boasts up to 60 minutes of fade-free suction, plus three cleaning modes to tackle messes on any surface in your home and a Motorbar cleaner head that automatically detangles wrapped human or pet hair.
Good deal: We haven’t yet seen the sale price go any lower on this model, and 25% off is a rare discount.
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Rich mom? Hallmark heroine spending fall in the Hamptons? Either way, this cardigan understood the assignment. The open front, longer length and lightly heathered knit give it that casually expensive look that works with jeans, leggings, dresses — basically whatever you already own. The soft, almost brushed texture feels cozy without being bulky, making it just right for crisp mornings, chilly offices and layered-up fall days.
Great time to buy: This is the drop-dead lowest price this chic cardi has hit in at least a year. While it rarely reaches the $43 original price tag, it typically sits around $26 to $30 or more. Getting it for just $15, just as fall layering season kicks in, makes it an especially good buy.
A comfy pair of brand-name sneakers usually costs at least twice as much as these Cloudfoams. If a simple, goes-with-anything kick is what you’re after, you’re in luck. A variety of colors are marked down, but this classic black-and-white style is discounted the deepest, to a mere $45 right now.
Commerce Editor Saundra Latham is a big fan too: “I notched 12,000 steps in these the other day, right out of the box, without any pain or rubbing,” she says in her Adidas Cloudfoams review.
This two-piece set is Amazon’s bestselling tracksuit, with over 6,400 five-star reviews. The half-zip sweatshirt features a stylishly oversized, sailor-inspired neckline, while the bottoms are drawstring — both pieces are relaxed and offer plenty of stretch, constructed with a comfy mix of rayon, polyester and spandex. Wear together or as part of different outfits; either way, this twofer is a great add to your autumn fashion arsenal.
Still on the fence? This matching set looks just like one of Oprah’s (way pricier) favorites from Spanx.
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Trendy queen? How about rich mom? This casual long-sleeve has that polished, throw-it-on look that can carry you straight through spring. Basics earn their keep by doing more than one job, and this soft, breathable tee works for yoga, then looks instantly cool layered under a jacket with jeans.
One thing to know: It has a relaxed, oversized fit. Among its 3,700-plus five-star fans, plenty of happy shoppers recommend sizing down if you want something a little less slouchy.
Carhartt styles are for the ladies, too — like this soft and comfy relaxed tee, available in a ton of colors including this pretty pinkish amber. It’s a versatile base layer for building a wide variety of outfits, and reviewers praise the top for its quality and fit.
Good deal: The price hasn’t dropped any further on this one since its debut a few months ago.
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“Linen pants are a staple in my wardrobe year-round, and now that this sleek pair is marked down to its lowest price ever, I’m snagging a few styles,” says Senior Style Writer Rebecca Carhart. “At just $20 in some shades, they give me that high-end look and effortless comfort without the splurge. The adjustable drawstring waist makes it easy to get the perfect fit, while the lightweight, breathable fabric keeps me comfy no matter the season. Shoppers rave about how versatile and stylish they are — and I couldn’t agree more. I’ll be pairing them with tanks and tees while the weather’s warm, then transitioning them with an oversized sweater once the temperatures dip.”
Great time to buy: This is the lowest price of the year for these easy-wear pants, and definitely worth a spot in your cart for pre-fall style shopping.
These may not be the fashion show, sneakerhead, influencer-hype shoes — but these are the get-it-done, stay-comfortable, slip-on workhorses that you wear all day long. They’re also a classic three-season shoe, perfect for getting up and around in the fall, spring and summer (though you’d probably appreciate something more heavy-duty for cold, wet winter). The signature Adidas Cloudfoam midsoles make them comfortable for anyone who is on their feet all day, while the adjustable elastic laces make them easy to put on and take off.
Get six Hanes tees for only $17, which breaks down to less than $3 per shirt. Talk about a bargain! Made from soft, breathable cotton, these undershirts offer the perfect fit (not too tight nor too loose), ensuring comfort all day long.
One recent customer said in a five-star review: “Durable, affordable, and consistently high quality, these undershirts are a staple you can count on. Definitely one of the best options out there—highly recommend!”
This light sweater would be an adorable add to any autumnal closet — it’s soft, with an almost chenille-like feel, and has a relaxed tunic cut flattering to a range of body types and ideal for pairing with leggings. Plus, we just love that sweet scalloped neckline for a little extra zhush. It’s a great piece for layering once the winter hits, too.
Good deal: Grab this top in creamy apricot (pictured), green, khaki or blue for just $10 — a fab 50% discount and the lowest price it’s been since its debut. Other pretty shades like caramel, purple and pastel pink are also on sale for just a couple bucks more.
Getting more serious about running? At $69, this is a great price on a legit pair of runners from Brooks, one of the most respected names in the biz. The Revel 8 is lightweight, cushioned and built for actual training — so the shoes won’t be what’s holding you back.
They’re also comfortable enough for walking, gym days and everyday wear. At about 30% off, it’s an easy way to graduate from a basic sneaker without jumping straight to a $150 pair.
Polished yet relaxed, a pair of Levi’s jeans is the ultimate fall wardrobe staple. Reviewers praise this style for its flattering fit and comfortable feel, and with 26 washes to choose from, good luck buying just one.
“These are extremely stretchy, which for me is a good thing as they mold to the body and feel very comfortable at the same time,” raved one fan. Give them a try for yourself while they’re a very cozy 47% off.
As we alluded to above — It’s hard to go wrong with a good ol’ pair of straight-leg Levi’s, so we definitely wanted the fellas to get in on the denim discounts. These 550s are basically the denim equivalent of a good cup of coffee: reliable, timeless and somehow always there to make you feel better. They fit great, hold up wash after wash and look just as good dressed up as they do down. The button fly might feel old-school, but that’s part of the charm — it’s vintage without trying too hard.
Great time to buy: If you’ve ever wanted a pair, now’s the time; we haven’t seen the price drop any lower than this since the spring.
You’ll be thrilled to own this comfy zip-up once those cooler temps begin to hit. Amazon’s top seller — now up to over 60% off — comes in a range of colors, from classic black to navy, and has over 60,000 five-star ratings. (Prefer a pullover? They’re on sale too, starting at just $8.)
Great time to buy: This is within a buck of the lowest price we’ve seen on this Hanes fave in the last few months.
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Want to start your evenings on the right foot, er, head? You’d be wise to snag this highly rated pair while it’s under $30. Filled with a lofty down alternative stuffing, these plush pillows are moisture-wicking and designed to feel comfortable whether you sleep on your side, back or stomach.
Great time to buy: This twofer has only dipped a bit lower than this (and by just a couple bucks) this year once, for Prime Day. If you want to upgrade your sleep sitch, this is the ideal time to Add to Cart.
This small yet mighty handvac has been scooped up more than 20,000 times in the past month alone, so it’s clearly doing something right. Don’t be fooled by its 1.4-pound weight; shoppers rave about its strong suction and impressive battery life. Plus, it comes with a built-in crevice tool for reaching tight spaces.
Great time to buy: We don’t expect this vacuum to drop lower in price anytime soon, as this is its best discount of the year so far.
Related: The best car vacuums of 2026
If the area under your sink has become a black hole of cleaning products (along with who knows what else), these slide-out shelves are here to save the day. Because each one has two levels, you’ll maximize space, making it so much easier to find whatever it is you’re looking for. This is one of those items you’ll wonder how you ever lived without — trust me, we recently tried it out, and that’s how we felt!
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Senior Deals Writer Britt Ross shares, “My sister is the real-life version of the Princess and the Pea — her standards are high! That’s why, when I used this blanket at her house and asked where it was from, I was surprised when she told me she’d gotten it at Amazon. It felt like heaven!
I’ve since purchased two: one for my bed and the other for my guest bedroom. The comforter is warm but lightweight — no night sweats. It’s incredibly soft, with a nice amount of fluff factor, thanks to box stitching that keeps the filling evenly distributed. Plus, it has loops attached to its sides, should you want to attach it to a duvet cover (I do this in the winter when I want a bit more coverage). To clean it, just toss it into the washer and dryer — mine still looks and feels just as sublime as the day I got it. All for just $34? Yeah, you’ll probably want to buy more than one as well.”
Whether you’ve got pets or a shedding spouse to contend with, this 7-pound picker-upper was specifically designed to target all of that unsightly hair on your floors and furniture. Its strong suction adapts to whatever surface it’s being used on, whether that’s carpet or hardwood, and you can pop out the built-in handvac to target crumbs on the counter or dust bunnies on your stairs. Oh, and you’ll get up to 40 minutes of usage per charge.
Great time to buy: We haven’t seen this vacuum drop lower in price in months. With that in mind, we don’t expect deeper discounts in the near future.
Related: The best cordless stick vacuums of 2026
Best Amazon Labor Day deals: Kitchen
Bakers and other folks with soft human hands, behold! A 65% discount on our absolute favorite pair of oven mitts (and we tested a bunch before crowning a winner). These KitchenAid mitts performed well and looked good during testing, and our own Elizabeth Berry has owned them for about six months. She loves the soft, quilted polyester lining and flexible silicone exterior, which makes it comfortable to grip pots and pans.
Great time to buy: As little as $12 for the mitts that outperformed all others? Sold! You’ll get the best deal in gray (pictured) and autumnal orange.
Bamboo cutting boards are becoming popular alternatives to plastic, and this trio made it to our tester’s list of the best cutting boards she tried. “With three graduated sizes of bamboo boards in this set, it’s kind of a steal,” she says. “The boards feature juice grooves and indented side ‘handles’ that make transporting them easy.” She notes that “bamboo is less porous than hardwoods, and more resistant to bacteria, according to the USDA,” and that the cutting boards “moonlight quite nicely as serving pieces and are easy to store when not in use.”
Great time to buy: This price is the set’s lowest in at least the past year.
When it’s too hot to turn on the oven — or when the idea of slaving over the stove after a long day is simply too overwhelming — it’s this compact countertop cooker to the rescue. With one-touch settings for fish, chicken, meat and fries, it’ll have a full meal on the table in minutes, and with little to no oil used to boot. Plus, it’s less than a foot wide, so it won’t take up much space.
Good deal: This over-40% markdown makes this compact cutie a cool $42 off. Plus, it’s the best price we’ve seen in over 30 days.
Our resident cooking expert said of this pretty pan, “I own this multi-use, nonstick beauty, and it just might become your most-utilized piece of cookware, thanks to its thoughtful design.” Its ceramic coating is free of PFAS, the handle doubles as a spoon rest and it comes with a wooden spatula and metal steamer basket that can also be used as a colander.
Great time to buy: It’s not often on sale, so grab it while you can save more than a few bucks — we’ve never seen the price drop lower.
If you love ice-cold drinks, you’ll want to bring home this Iceman by Chefman and make some delicious slushies. It has a range of settings to choose from, including Slushy, Frappe, Juice and Cocktail, making it a fabulous all-in-one kitchen appliance for frozen beverages for the rest of summer and well beyond. Apple cider slushies this fall, anyone?
Good deal: It dipped to $170 briefly earlier this summer, but this is still a very solid price.
Best Amazon Labor Day deals: Beauty
Under-eye patches are a top-tier form of self-care for multitaskers — ahem, your mom. If she finds it tough to carve out time for well-deserved R&R, then these top-tested patches are just the thing she needs to tackle dry, tired under-eyes. Just pop on a pair, let them sit for up to 20 minutes while [insert laundry list of house chores here] and gently rub in any remaining serum once the time’s up.
While you probably shouldn’t completely give up traditional flossing, this oral-hygiene hero uses a gentle yet effective stream of water to dislodge anything trapped between your teeth, helping keep your gums and mouth sparkling clean in the process. It was designed to be compact enough to travel with (it’s cordless), and you can even use it in the shower to save time. Plus, it has a battery that lasts for up to four weeks before needing a recharge, includes four tips and is currently down to one of its best prices yet.
Why it’s a good deal: We’ve only seen this Waterpik drop $3 lower in the past year, during June’s Prime Day. This matches its Black Friday 2025 price and is one of the best deals we’ve seen, well, ever. Snag one ahead of Labor Day and save $40 — plus beat the hordes threatening to sell it out (over 20,000 have been purchased just this month!).
Our reviewers named The Inkey List’s serum version of their peptide formula their best budget anti-wrinkle serum, and this nourishing dry-skin moisturizer contains the same hydrating peptide solution. Peptides signal the skin to produce more collagen, and they’re a gentler option than retinol for dry or sensitive skin.
Good deal: At just $13, this is a great buy for one of our tested favorites.
After testing dozens of mascaras, our experts crowned Lash Sensational the best mascara of 2026, thanks to the fact that the no-smudge, zero-flake formula lengthens and volumizes without clumping.
We’re not the only one who are obsessed: More than 80,000 five-star Amazon reviews indicate it’s the holy grail of mascara, with one fan saying, “10/10 would recommend … it’s the best mascara I’ve ever used.” Plus, over 80,000 Amazon shoppers have grabbed a tube just this month.
Best Amazon Labor Day deals: Tech
Don’t like the feel of AirPods Pro or other earbuds that wedge into your ear canals? These are more traditional hard-plastic ‘buds, the kind that hang gently just outside. (If you remember Apple’s early-day EarPods, you get the idea.)
Some users find that a lot more comfortable, while also enjoying the benefit of added awareness: There’s no noise-cancelling to interfere with sounds you might actually need to hear.
Prefer a pair of over-the-ear headphones? Look no further than these quality noise-canceling cans from Sony. We named them our top noise-canceling headphones for Android users: “[They offer] premium fidelity, robust noise-canceling and other amenities, and although [the XM5] was recently succeeded by the XM6, the latter offers only small improvements and comes at a higher price.”
Great time to buy: Speaking of price — at under $200 right now, you’ll be scoring these audial wonders for a sweet 50% off.
Still dealing with a menagerie of remotes every time you want to watch TV? Stop the insanity with this easy and intuitive top-seller (which happens to be the newest model) that can replace ’em all. You’ll be able to effortlessly switch between the news, sports, live TV and your favorite streaming platforms for easy access to millions of shows and movies.
Looking to beef up your 4K viewing experience? The 4K Select, 4K Plus and 4K Max Fire Sticks are also on sale. If you’re wondering which one to get, my recommendation is to snag the one that best fits your budget, with the 4K Max being my pick, as it is the most powerful and offers more features than the cheaper models, while still being affordable.
Looking for a high-quality, highly-rated portable speaker? Here comes the boom — the Wonderboom, that is. This cordless wonder is waterproof (it can be submerged in water for up to 30 minutes!), dustproof, floatable, drop-proof… listen, if you need something a bit more rugged, this little unit is for you. Plus, you’ll get up to 14 hours of continuous play on a single charge and can toggle between Outdoor and Podcast modes to boost sound in louder environments or to make vocals louder and clearer.
Great time to buy: This is the lowest price of the year on the Wonderboom 4!
Fall is prime TV season, whether you’re watching football, catching up on new shows or settling in for spooky movies. If you want to make an upgrade ahead of time, try out this Amazon Fire smart TV. At 50″ it offers plenty of visibility for a den, bedroom or office setup, easily connects to all your essential apps and even comes with the Fire TV Ambient Experience, which displays art or photos when you’re not binging your favorite shows.
Great time to buy: This is the lowest price we’ve seen for this smart set in the past year and just $20 above its record low. This is a limited-time deal, so act fast if you want to make a TV upgrade at $200 savings.
The newest iPad is an ultra-light, thin tablet that’s powerful enough to replace your laptop for most tasks but slips into your bag with room to spare. With a spacious 11-inch Liquid Retina display, you’re swiping and scrolling in vibrant color and sharpness that makes any screen that came before it feel like an old tube TV. It’s also our pick for the overall best iPad for most users.
This smart set was declared our top art TV of 2025 (and was only usurped by the newest model, the Frame Pro): “It probably comes as no surprise that Samsung makes the best art TV, because the company’s Frame lineup dates all the way back to 2017 — plenty of time to refine and improve the concept,” said our tech-spert, adding that it “boasts an unrivaled art collection, an also-unrivaled connectivity solution (in the form of its One Connect box) and tons of attractive bezel options (though mostly from third-party sellers). It all adds up to a lovely — though expensive and not without flaws — addition to your living room.”
Good deal: This is the best discount we’ve seen on the Frame in months.
If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
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Your browsing history is making your Uber rides cost more than your friends’ — even if you’re going to the same place.
It’s a controversial practice called surveillance pricing, or “personalized pricing” as noted by The Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The sneaky scheme has put a spotlight on major companies like Uber, Target and Kroger, all of which have been accused of setting individual prices based on what they think you’re willing to pay.
Here’s how surveillance pricing works: Retailers scrape data from your phone and laptop — things like your purchase history, browsing behavior, whether you comparison shop, your location, your age and more. Like a freaky science fiction film, that intel gets filtered into an invisible dossier and analyzed by an AI bot or algorithm, which tells companies how much you’ll likely spend on a service or item.
After learning about this somehow-legal scam, my co-worker and I decided to do an experiment:
We both ordered an Uber to the exact same location. We were in the same spot and requested a ride at the same time — but I was charged $36.95 and he was charged $33.94, nearly 10% less.
We tried the same experiment with Uber’s main competition, the rideshare app Lyft. Again, we used the exact same pickup point. This time, my ride was $24.98 and his was $31.95 — almost 28% more expensive.
“Weird,” said my co-worker. It was, which is why we kept testing our product pricing.
The Post compared a slew of items from Target, Walmart, Kroger, Uber, Lyft and DoorDash — all mega-companies that have been accused of surveillance pricing online.
But the biggest offender, The Post found, was on ridesharing apps Uber and Lyft.
In another experiment, a friend — 33, in Brooklyn — typed in the same pickup location as I did, with the drop-off location at our Midtown office. The popular rideshare app charged me $52.93 and her $47.20 — almost $6 more.
We then tried JFK Airport and once again the difference was huge — mine was $61.77 and hers was $82.66.
Now Lyft — my ride to the Midtown office was $49.35 and hers was $51.94. At JFK Airport, hers was $77.96, while mine was cheaper at $74.07. Again, we were going to and from the exact same place at the exact same time.
An Uber spokesperson told The Post that those price fluctuations were caused by “small discrepancies” like GPS location, timing or marketplace conditions — the type that result in surge pricing when demand is higher for cars.
“In a real-time marketplace, a trip is defined not only by where it starts and ends, but also by when it is requested and what marketplace conditions exist at that exact moment. Nearby rider demand, driver availability, traffic, routing, and estimated trip length can all change within seconds,” the spokesperson told The Post.
But again, we were leaving from and going to the exact same place at the exact same time.
Meanwhile, Lyft has not responded to The Post’s questions at all.
Would supermarkets fare any better? We tried it with Kroger.
I called a friend in New Jersey, 30, and we both searched for everyday essentials in our kitchens, starting with beef — an item already impacted by inflation.
On my friend’s browser, Kroger’s website showed beef at $6.99 per pound.
Kroger’s beef on my browser? $7.99 — a full dollar more for the exact same product.
We tried milk next. She saw a gallon of the Kroger brand at $3.79. Once again, I was charged more — mine came in at $3.99. Same for the Kroger-branded ice cream: Hers was $2.50; mine was $2.99.
Curiously, the tables turned when we searched for sliced turkey. Mine was $10.99 while hers came out to $12.99 — two dollars more.
Kroger prices, even for the same product, may vary based on location. Even two Kroger stores in the same state can have different prices as promotions, digital coupons and fulfillment locations may differ, the grocery giant said online.
Kroger told The Post, “Kroger has never and does not use surveillance pricing.”
Next up was Target, the company that settled a $5 million lawsuit with San Diego County back in 2022, after prosecutors found it was raising prices in its app when shoppers entered a store’s parking lot.
I called my sister — who lives in California and is 27 — and we chose two kitchen staples, Spam and applesauce. (Well… staples for some people.)
Target advertised a 12-pack of Mott’s pouches to my sister for $8.99.
My price was almost a dollar more — the retail behemoth wanted to charge me $9.79.
The Hawaiian staple, Spam, would cost my sister $4.19. But once again, Target showed me a higher price tag: $4.49.
Was this surveillance pricing? Target told The Post it could actually be our saved browser locations — I was searching from Los Angeles; she was in Newport Beach — that could have caused the price disparity.
Still, we were confused. Why would the difference in pricing show up in the product’s cost, instead of in state taxes and shipping?
Target told The Post it does not use surveillance pricing, and costs are based on a variety of factors.
“We don’t use guest data to raise prices for individual guests based on who they are, where they live or how they shop. Pricing may vary depending on whether a guest is shopping in a store, on Target.com or in the Target app,” a Target spokesperson said.
“Those differences reflect local factors such as operating costs, local pricing ordinances, competition, and discounts that may be unique to a store or digital channel – not individual guest data,” they added.
Regulatory reckoning
Experts told The Post that personalized pricing is shockingly legal.
Dr. Thomas Weinandy is the principal research economist at Upside, the nation’s largest food and fuel app.
He told The Post personalized pricing is hard to stop, since many consumers don’t fully understand the scope of how their data is being used. Plus, there are many deals and perks shoppers appreciate as a result of data collection.
“Most consumers like loyalty rewards, student and senior discounts and targeted promotions,” Dr. Weinandy told The Post.
The issue is that the existing law around surveillance pricing, Section 5 of the FTC Act, prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices. But the language is vague, and makes no mention of personalized pricing.
This means, the FTC — the agency protecting consumers — can’t actually ban retailers from using personalized pricing.
In a recent proposal, researchers warned corporations that secretly using personal data to set individualized prices could be deceptive or unfair, directly violating the law.
The group plans to “enforce the law aggressively” and proposed requiring businesses to disclose if they engage in the deceptive pricing practice.
“When consumers see ⁠a listed price, they expect it to be the same price that everyone else sees, not the ​retailer’s estimate of how much they are willing to pay based on their personal data,” FTC Chairman Andrew ​Ferguson said in the FTC proposal.
Three states have also taken to the courts, enacting laws banning or substantially prohibiting surveillance pricing: New Jersey, Maryland and Connecticut. New York is also moving to crack down on the controversial practice after the Legislature passed the One Fair Price Act in June.
But despite the bill’s bipartisan support, the state Senate’s legislative page currently shows it as not yet signed into law.
Meanwhile, experts warn that these murky pricing tactics can leave shoppers unaware of how their personal data could be used to determine what they pay.
“Personalized pricing is retail’s quicksand — the thing people fear stepping into but is difficult to find in the real world,” Dr. Weinandy said.
Meanwhile, we’ll be checking our Uber app with much more caution — and, perhaps, a new incentive to try an old-school yellow taxi in Midtown.

PORTLAND, Ore. — Mathew Davis, who lives in a homeless shelter in Austin, Texas, would love an apartment of his own. But with the little money he makes donating blood plasma, even a $450-a-month tiny home with no running water and a communal bathroom would be a stretch.
Meanwhile, over 4,500 units the city classifies as affordable — nearly 16% — sit empty.
“I don’t make enough money really to afford anything,” Davis, 49, said of the few hundred dollars he earns a month. “I just keep trying to swim uphill.”
The poorest people in the U.S. face the most acute shortages of affordable homes. But the majority of low-income housing financed in recent years is for those earning 50% of an area’s median income or above, according to a survey of state housing agencies.
Some cities are now seeing an uptick in vacancies as rents for these units approach market rates. The result: Apartments designated as affordable sit empty because the poorest of the poor cannot afford them.
Meanwhile, some people are forced into homelessness and others into desperate circumstances to pay for housing they can’t afford.
The poorest have few housing options
There are only about 4 million affordable rental units available for the country’s 11 million extremely low-income renter households, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s most recent annual report.
These are people with annual incomes either below the federal poverty guidelines — just under $16,000 for a single-person household — or 30% of the median income in their area, whichever is higher. They comprise about a quarter of U.S. renter households, and include many people working low-wage jobs, seniors and those with disabilities living on fixed incomes.
About three-quarters of extremely low-income renter households pay over half their income on rent and utilities, the report said, leaving little leftover for other necessities.
Yet homes set aside for these renters were only about 12% of the affordable housing units financed in 2024 by the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit — a federal program providing tax credits to developers in exchange for keeping rents low for at least 30 years, according to figures from the National Council of State Housing Agencies.
The majority are for those earning at least 50% of an area’s median income, or AMI. In Austin, that’s a single person earning roughly $47,000 a year, as compared with an extremely low-income person earning under $28,000.
The program has financed nearly 4 million affordable units nationwide since its creation 40 years ago. But some experts say it’s inefficient — and more costly than housing vouchers.
“It’s enormously complex and bureaucratic, and it raises the cost of construction enormously because the rules are so complicated,” said Chris Edwards, an economist at the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank, who told Congress the program’s complexity “spawned” an industry of law and accounting firms just to administer it.
“If you’re going to subsidize affordable housing, you should give the money directly to tenants,” he said, referring to housing vouchers.
Other experts say the two programs work together well because properties built with the tax credit are required to accept vouchers — while landlords of market-rate apartments in many states are not.
Still, there’s a major federal funding shortfall: Experts estimate only one-in-four eligible families ever receive vouchers. Vouchers can help the poorest pay for housing that’s targeted to higher income groups, but the waitlist can be yearslong.
Some affordable housing developers say that without vouchers, it’s not economically feasible to provide units for extremely low-income people.
True Ground Housing Partners, an affordable housing developer in the Washington, D.C., area, gives an example: A unit for those earning 60% of the area’s median income — nearly $70,000 a year — brings in $1,715 per month in rent. But after $1,575 in mortgage and operating expenses, only $140 is left.
“The math does not lie,” said president and CEO Carmen Romero, noting that an extremely low-income person would pay only half that rent.
“Our expenses don’t make it really possible to create a 30% AMI unit, unless there was this extraordinary amount of subsidy that just doesn’t exist.”
Affordable housing competes with market-rate rents
Meanwhile, affordable housing rents for 60% AMI units are approaching those of market-rate apartments in U.S. cities like Austin, Denver and Portland, Oregon.
As a result, some people are opting to pay a bit more for market-rate apartments with less income-verification and faster approval — leaving growing numbers of affordable units vacant.
In Austin, the vacancy rate for all affordable housing is nearly 16% with over 4,500 vacant units, according to real estate data and analytics firm CoStar. A healthy vacancy rate is around 5%.
LDG Development, an affordable housing developer, cited a 12% vacancy rate for its 60% AMI units in Austin. Chief portfolio officer Rebekah Fischer said LDG is “in direct competition” with the thousands of new market-rate apartments recently built in Austin.
“I have to have every bank statement, every pay check, every bill, every Venmo transaction that you had with your friends,” Fischer said of affordable housing applicants.
“When we’re almost going after the same renter, you can be approved within two minutes at a market-rate deal, where unfortunately in affordable housing … it takes time.”
In Denver, there’s a 13% vacancy rate among 60% AMI units financed by the federal tax credit program — and a 21% vacancy rate for 80% AMI units, according to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority. Meanwhile, there is far too little housing for the city’s poorest.
In Portland, where there is also a housing shortage for the lowest income groups, there are over 1,700 vacant affordable units for an overall vacancy rate of 7.5%, according to the Portland Housing Bureau. Most are for those earning 60% AMI, or about $54,000 for a single-person household, with rent capped at $1,444 per month.
That’s close to the average rent of $1,581 for a one-bedroom market-rate apartment, according to CoStar figures shared by the bureau.
Portland resident Jaiden Barbee earns around 55% of the area median income and is on waitlists for affordable housing. But, he says, he’d pay more for a market-rate apartment to avoid the lengthy application process.
“I’d rather spend the $200 extra just to get into a place easier that’s wherever I want” and doesn’t have “all these hoops,” he said.
‘I want to shut the door at night and sleep’
Austin officials set a goal of building 20,000 units between 2018 and 2027 for extremely low-income people — 17% of the city’s households.
Just 543 were built as of 2024, city documents show.
Meanwhile, all 15,000 units planned for those earning between 60% and 80% of area median income were built.
In response to questions from The Associated Press, the Austin housing department said it recognized the need to do more to produce housing for the poorest people and was taking steps to do that, including giving preference to funding proposals that include 30% AMI units.
For Davis, who lived in his car for a year before getting a bed in the Austin shelter, the housing shortage for people like him is frustrating.
“I want to shut the door at night and be able to sleep,” he said. “I really just want to find the right place.”

As part of an extensive cost-cutting program, Jaguar Land Rover has launched a voluntary layoff program for its salaried staff and managers.
Tata Motors, the vehicle maker owned by Tata Motors, confirmed over the weekend the voluntary departure scheme for its white-collar employees as they move to reduce their global break-even threshold from 300,000. vehicles per year. Unconfirmed British reports suggest that the 2-year overhaul of its operations could affect up to 4,000 positions in the U.K., but JLR has noted that the hourly assembly workers will be excluded from the program.
A spokesperson for JLR told media outlets that “we have completely transformed our product range over the last three years.” To achieve this phase, JLR must simplify its organization further, increase efficiency and improve resilience, while also adapting to the changing global market conditions.
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Restructuring is a response to increasing financial and operational challenges on international markets. The 10% tariff on vehicle imports to the U.S. has a negative impact on profit margins. JLR is facing increasing competition in its home market from cheaper Chinese electric vehicles, such as Chery’s Jaecoo 7 crossover SUV.
This cost-cutting drive also follows a cyberattack that caused JLR to stop production at several facilities in Europe late last year. The attack contributed to a drop of 27% in output, and a drag estimated to be $2.5 billion or £1.9 billion on the British economy.
Jonathan Reynolds, the U.K. business secretary confirmed that he will meet JLR CEO PB Balaji as well as representatives of Unite the Union.
Reynolds said to the BBC that a company of JLR’s size will have different numbers of employees at various stages of its business cycle. We need to talk about this if we want to ensure that over time the company has the right workforce to be competitive. The government won’t be providing support to people if they are bailing them out.
Sharon Graham, Unite general secretary stated that leaders of the union will participate in talks with JLR executives so as to protect hourly workers from mandatory job loss.
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