Looking to get some early holiday shopping done this year? It's time to shop early Black Friday deals right now. Retailers like Amazon have already started cutting prices on everything from earbuds to books, and a good chunk of the best deals under $50 are live right now. That’s the sweet spot for stocking stuffers, a gift for the person whose name you drew in a gift exchange, or a small upgrade for yourself that doesn’t break the bank.
Cheap doesn’t have to mean junk, either. The sub-$50 tier includes tons of goodies that normally sell well above that price, up for grabs for excellent prices before the shopping holiday even begins. Buying early also means you skip the sold-out listings and shipping delays that pile up the closer it gets to Thanksgiving.
But where do you start and which deals are truly worth snagging? We’ve sorted through the early Black Friday sales to highlight the ones worth your money. Here’s what you can pick up right now for less than $50.
Best early Black Friday deal under $50
$69.99 Save $43
Why we like it
This outdoor camera is wire-free, mounts in minutes, and lasts up to two years on two AA batteries. That means you can stick it over the garage or by the back door and forget about it. It features 1080p HD video with a wide 143-degree view, infrared night vision, and two-way audio for talking to whoever’s on the porch. Plus, it has Alexa support if you’d rather pull up the feed on an Echo Show. It’s also IP65 weather resistant, which means rain, snow, and heat won't abruptly knock it offline.
Best early Black Friday earbud deal under $50
$64.95 Save $25
Why we like it
These affordable earbuds are a great pick if you want noise cancellation without paying premium prices. They can help to shut out your commute, and feature a Smart Ambient mode that lets you hear what’s around you when you need to. They offer lengthy listening time as well, with 40 hours of battery life and additional charges with the included case. They’re also IP54 rated, so a little sweat or rain won’t bother them.
Best early Black Friday speaker deal under $50
$44.99 Save $15.01
Why we like it
This modest yet impressive portable speaker is everything you need to get the party started and keep it up while on the go. It boasts 12W of stereo sound with Anker’s BassUp tech, so it’s got more low end than you’d expect from something the size of a sunglasses case, and plenty of bass to bump your favorite songs. The battery lasts up to 24 hours on a charge, and it’s IPX7 waterproof, so it's even great to use around the pool for when we head back into the warmer months.
Best early Black Friday beauty deal under $50
$69 Save $21.52
Why we like it
This heated round brush is meant to be used on dry hair, so you can wrap and comb through, then walk away with a bouncy blowout or soft waves in about 10 minutes. It has a 1.5-inch ceramic tourmaline barrel that heats evenly and sends out negative ions to tame frizz, and five temperature settings that can even suit finer hair. You also get a regular brush and two sectioning clips so you’re ready to go right out of the box.
Best early Black Friday video doorbell deal under $50
$49.99 Save $26.00
Why we like it
This video doorbell hooks into your existing doorbell wiring, so there’s no battery to swap out and no Sync Module to buy. It offers a sharp 2K picture with a 140-degree head-to-toe view as well as two-way talk via the Blink app. There's also a live view option through your Echo Show, and the option to add person and vehicle alerts with a Blink subscription — all this for under $25 while it's on sale ahead of Black Friday.
More early Black Friday deals under $50
Crock-Pot Manual Slow Cooker (7 quart) — $35.99
$59.99(save $24)Sony WH-CH520 — $38
$69.99(save $31.99)JLab Flex Open Ear Earbuds — $39.99
$52.99(save $13)Anker Soundcore Q20i Hybrid Active Noise Canceling Headphones — $44.99
$69.99(save $25)Amazon Echo Glow (2-Pack) — $47.98
$59.98(save $12)