The best Amazon October Prime Day deals under $25

Amazon’s fall Prime Day — called Prime Big Deal Days — is here. If you’re on a budget or looking to save, the retailer is offering several discounts on items under $25 during the sale. Prime Big Deal Days is a 48-hour sale exclusive to Prime members, and it includes deals on home and kitchen, beauty and wellness, tech items and more.

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To help you make the most of Prime Day Big Deal Days and identify what’s actually worth buying, we compiled some of the best deals under $25 that we think you should know about. We’ll continue updating our list with new savings opportunities throughout the event.

Best Prime Day deals under $25

Below, we’re sharing the best Prime Day deals under $25. All of our recommendations are based on our previous coverage and reporting. We also included a handful of products we’ve tried ourselves, including Select Wellness Award, Pet Award and Bed & Bath Award winners.  To ensure the quality of each deal, we’re running deals through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel — each product is either at its lowest price ever or its lowest price in at least three months.

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Extra Durable

4.7-star average rating from 35,367 reviews on Amazon

This set comes with 10 sponges, all of which are made from a durable foam that can tackle dirt, soap scum, grime and other tough stains in your home, according to the brand. It also doesn’t include any harsh chemicals — to activate the sponge’s built-in cleaner, the brand recommends adding water and squeezing 3-4 times.

Kitchy Pizza Cutter Wheel

4.6-star average rating from 42,675 reviews on Amazon

Lowest price ever

One of our favorite Amazon kitchen gadgets, this pizza cutting wheel fits in the palm of your hand, which can give you more control while you’re slicing your pies, according to the brand. The cutter is dishwasher-safe and comes with a blade guard to help you safely store it away.

Amazon Smart Plug

4.7-star average rating from 550,519 reviews on Amazon

One of our favorite smart plugs, this option works with Amazon Alexa to add voice controls to appliances like coffee machines, fans, lights and more. You can schedule devices to turn on and off automatically or control them remotely using the Alexa app. The plug is also compact and takes up just a single outlet spot, according to the brand.

Differin Acne Treatment Gel

4.4-star average rating from 7,292 reviews on Amazon

Lowest price ever

Differin Gel is a Select Best of Wellness Awards winner and an expert-recommended treatment for acne-prone skin. It has 0.1% adapalene gel, an OTC retinoid that can treat mild to moderate acne and blackheads and prevent new pimples from forming, experts previously told us in our guide to treating cystic acne. Differin recommends applying a thin layer of the gel to affected skin after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Chamberlain Smart Garage Control

4.4-star average rating from 93,970 reviews on Amazon

This Wi-Fi- and Bluetooth-enabled device lets you control and monitor your garage door via the MyQ app. You can also create an automation schedule to automatically open and close your garage and get real-time notifications when there’s any garage door activity, according to the brand.

Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray Bundle

4.8-star average rating from 30,793 reviews on Amazon

This bundle, which we included in our guide to the best dish soaps, comes with a dish spray plus three 16-ounce refill bottles. The fresh-scented soap can clean heavily soiled dishes in just a few minutes, plus you can also use it to tackle laundry stains, greasy grills, dirty sinks and more, according to the brand.

Loop Quiet Ear Plugs

4.2-star average rating from 66,824 reviews on Amazon

If you’re looking for hearing protection, these silicone earplugs earned a Select Best of Wellness Award because they’re both comfortable and effective at reducing outside noise. They come with different sized ear tips to provide a good fit and they’re washable, so you can reuse them multiple times.

Chom Chom Roller Pet Hair Remover

4.5-star average rating from 150,387 reviews on Amazon

The Chom Chom Roller is a Select staff-favorite and expert-recommended pet hair remover that uses brush bristles to remove pet hair from your couch, bed, carpet and more fabric surfaces. Simply roll the device back and forth in short strokes to trap pet hair — the lint moves inside a chamber, which you can empty at the touch of a button. It also doesn’t use adhesive or sticky tape to catch the hair, making it a reusable alternative to lint rollers.

Fullstar Vegetable Chopper

4.6-star average rating from 91,643 reviews on Amazon

One of our favorite kitchen gadgets on Amazon, this vegetable chopper has five interchangeable blades to chop, dice, grate and spiralize your vegetables. It’s dishwasher-safe and has a removable catch tray for easy cleanup. You’ll also get a cleaning brush, cleaning scraper, blade storage organizer, a finger guard and cut-resistant gloves. 

Hilife Clothes Steamer

4.3-star average rating from 102,931 reviews on Amazon

One of our favorite travel steamers, this one can produce steam in less than 3 minutes and can provide up to 15 minutes of continuous steaming, according to Hilife. You can use it on a variety of fabrics, including chiffon, silk, wool, cotton and nylon, according to the brand. It also comes with a 9-foot cord that allows for easy maneuverability.

Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch

4.5-star average rating from 133,550 reviews on Amazon

Lowest price ever

A Select Best of Wellness Awards winner, these thin, lightweight pimple patches start out translucent and turn white as they draw out gunk, sebum and debris from your skin. Unlike other patches, which use acne-fighting ingredients, Mighty Patch relies on a fluid-absorbing gel called hydrocolloid. The strong but gentle adhesive also helps keep the patches in place.

Kasa Smart Bulb

4.5-star average rating from 4,317 reviews on Amazon

One of our favorite smart lights, this option from Kasa lets you dim them, change colors or turn them on and off via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule the bulb to turn on and off at fixed times through the Kasa app. Plus, it’s a full-color bulb, meaning you can customize it to nearly any color or tone you want.

Cascade Platinum Plus ActionPacs Dishwasher Detergent Pods

4.8-star average rating from 85,118 reviews on Amazon

Lowest price ever

If you’re looking to restock on essentials, this container comes with 52 Cascade dishwasher detergent pods. The pods have a combination of scrubbing enzymes and Dawn detergent that can remove tough stains and keep your dishes and glassware spot-free, according to the brand.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water

4.7-star average rating from 47,080 reviews on Amazon

This fragrance-free micellar water can help remove makeup and cleanse the skin before applying the rest of your skin care routine. You can use this product both morning and night by soaking a cotton pad and swiping it over your face and eyes.

Gemice Travel Bottles

4.5-star average rating from 11,155 reviews on Amazon

These TSA-approved travel bottles land on our list of best travel accessories on Amazon. Available in a set of four, they’re designed to hold 3 ounces of shampoo, conditioner, body wash and any other liquids you plan to take in your carry-on. The bottles are also made of BPA-free food-grade silicone, so they’re safe for foods like sauce and salad dressing, according to the brand.

Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream

4.7-star average rating from 12,064 reviews on Amazon

This Aveeno lotion can help ward off eczema symptoms, including dryness, itchiness and redness, experts previously told us in our guide to eczema treatments. It’s made with colloidal oatmeal and ceramides to both soothe and hydrate the skin, and it’s fragrance-free to avoid irritation, according to the brand.

Swiffer Sweeper 2-in-1 Mop

4.6-star average rating from 72,576 reviews on Amazon

Designed to both sweep and mop hard surfaces, this Swiffer Sweeper comes with a set of 19 refills: ​​four dry heavy-duty cloths, three wet heavy-duty pads, 10 dry sweeping cloths and two wet mopping pads. The dry cloth can pick up dirt, dust and hair, while the wet mop traps dirt and grime, according to the brand. The Swiffer Sweeper also has a 360-degree swivel head to help clean those hard-to-reach crevices.

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

4.7-star average rating from 33,741 reviews on Amazon

This expert-recommended lip mask has antioxidants and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and soothe dry lips, according to the brand. It’s available in various scents, including caramel apple, peppermint and sweet candy, and it comes with a small applicator so your hands don’t touch the product or your lips.

Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion

4.7-star average rating from 7,177 reviews on Amazon

This Cetaphil moisturizer is one of our favorite body lotions because it’s unscented, suitable for sensitive skin and noncomedogenic, meaning it shouldn’t clog pores or cause breakouts. The lotion is formulated with hydrating glycerin and can prevent dryness for up to 48 hours, according to Cetaphil.

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

4.8-star average rating from 110,009 reviews on Amazon

You can use this personal water filter during outdoor activities like camping and hiking. It equips a microfiltration membrane that can filter parasites, micro-plastics and impurities out of a water source as you sip through the top mouthpiece, according to Lifestraw. You can also choose to purchase it in packs of two, three and five.

Cosrx Snail 96 Essence

4.6-star average rating from 50,989 reviews on Amazon

Lowest price ever

This skin serum is made with snail mucin, which helps hydrate the skin and reduce dullness, according to the brand. It also has hyaluronic acid, allantoin and panthenol, which soothes irritated skin, according to Cosrx. The brand recommends applying  a small amount onto the face with your fingertips after cleansing.

R+Co Skyline Dry Shampoo Powder

4.2-star average rating from 601 reviews on Amazon

This R+Co powder is an expert-recommended dry shampoo that absorbs oil quickly and doesn’t leave a white cast. It’s suitable for all hair types and has jojoba oil to hydrate the hair and add some shine, according to the brand. It also has burdock root extract, an antioxidant that removes loose dandruff, according to R+Co.

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

4.5-star average rating from 32,407 reviews on Amazon

One of our favorite acne and ingrown hair treatments, this drying lotion uses salicylic acid to fight breakouts. To apply, you dip a cotton swab into the pink sediment at the bottom and gently dab it directly on your pimple. It’s quick drying and leaves behind a chalky residue, so you might want to use it as an overnight treatment.

Best Prime Day sales under $25

Here are the best Amazon Prime Day under $25 sales that we think you should know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below.

1. Up to 70% off Echo smart speakers and smart home bundles
2. Up to 60% off Nintendo Switch games
3. Up to 56% off Neutrogena, Aveeno, and Clean & Clear skin care
4. Up to 54% off Fire TV streaming devices
5. Up to 54% off office products from Amazon Basics
6. Up to 50% off beauty products from Color Wow, Sunday Riley, Bioderma and more
7. Up to 50% off home, kitchen and furniture from Amazon Brands
8. Up to 46% off family, strategy and party games
9. Up to 46% off candles from Yankee Candle and WoodWick
10. Up to 46% off electronics accessories from Amazon Basics
11. Up to 44% off Grace & Stella beauty products
12. Up to 40% off premium skin care from Laneige, Innisfree and more
13. Up to 38% off pickleball gear from Joola, Franklin, Onix and more
14. Up to 32% off pet products from Amazon Brands
15. Up to 30% off home cleaning and laundry from Lysol, Gain and more
16. Up to 30% off Poppi beverages
17. Up to 30% off select Trtl pillows
18. Up to 26% off Squishmallow and Squishville plush
19. Up to 25% off kids and baby fashion from Amazon Brands
20. Up to 25% off Kind foods
21. Up to 20% off Selfmade skin care
22. Up to 20% off Fly By Jing
23. Up to 15% off Chamberlain Coffee
24. Up to 54% off office products from Amazon Basics

Prime Day: Best sales under $25 at other retailers

1. Walmart: Up to 60% off electronics, kitchen appliances, outdoor items and more through Oct. 12
2. Kohl’s: Up to 30% off select toys during its Deal Dash event through Oct. 11
3. Macy’s: Up to 60% off clothing, shoes, bedding, kitchen essentials and more
4. Sephora: Up to 50% off select hair care 
5. Petco: Up to 50% off pet essentials
6. Chewy: Up to 40% off pet essentials
7. Urban Outfitters: Extra 40% off all sale items through Oct. 11
8. Skinstore: Up to 25% off sitewide using code FRIENDS through Oct. 11
9. Umamicart: Up to 25% off pantry items using code BIGMEAL through Oct. 13
10. Love Your Melon: Up to 25% off sitewide through Oct.12
11. Selfmade: Up to 20% off sitewide
12. Benefit Cosmetics: Up to 30% off sitewide using code FRIENDS30
13. Best Buy: Up to 50% off select items
14. Lulus: Up to 57% off select clothing, shoes and accessories

Why trust Select?

Mili Godio is an updates editor for Select who has covered deals and sales for Prime Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday or more since 2021. To round up the best Amazon Prime Day sales under $25, Godio found discounted products either at their lowest price ever or their lowest price in three months.

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