Labor Day sales are all the rage right now, and CNET’s shopping team is tirelessly scouring for the top deals across a wide range of categories. From Amazon to Best Buy, Walmart to Target, and even Home Depot, CNET’s experts are keeping tabs on the biggest discounts this Labor Day. Whether you’re looking for discounts on TVs, appliances, laptops, headphones, kitchen essentials, or more, we’ve got you covered with the best offers.
Using decades of experience in uncovering the best bargains, our team has been working around the clock to keep this list updated, and we’ll ensure the deals are fresh and updated until the Labor Day sales wrap up.
Our absolute favorite Labor Day deals
It’s not the latest model, but the trusty 9th-gen iPad packs enough power for everyday multimedia consumption and casual browsing, making it a great affordable choice. There’s ample performance here for casual gamers, and the iPad fits seamlessly within the Apple ecosystem, making it a great addition if you’re already using Apple products.
In addition, when you grab it from Best Buy, there is the potential to save up to $160 if you have an eligible device to trade in, and you’ll automatically get three free month of Apple TV+, Apple Music and Apple Fitness plus four months of Apple Arcade with your purchase.
The Anker Prime is a powerful 140W charging solution that can easily top up a full-sized laptop. The generous port selection includes dual USB-C ports, two USB-A ports for legacy hardware, and two AC sockets for plugging in additional accessories. The pop-out socket design makes it easy to stow away the slim charging station when not in use.
Anker’s excellent USB-C charger combo will let you top off your iPhone at fast speeds. The pack includes everything you need to get started, including fast charging USB-C cables. The two-pack enables you to keep a charger at home and one at the office. Better still, the charger has both USB-A and USB-C ports which lets you use it with an array of new or old accessories.
Effortless connectivity and excellent noise cancelation make the AirPods Pro 2 an obvious choice for those in the Apple ecosystem. The earphones come with a charging case that can extend overall battery life to almost 30 hours. You can even take them out for a run thanks to the IP54 rating.
We love Nectar mattresses at CNET, and this Labor Day, there are some truly incredible savings to be had. The memory foam offer excellent comfort with a firm back for better support. With some of the lowest off-season prices we’ve seen, you can snag a queen all-foam mattress for as low as $649. Meanwhile, a hybrid construction can be had for $799.
TCL’s Q-series smart television combines premium picture quality with top-tier streaming capabilities. The QLED Quantum Dot technology and Dolby Vision decoding give it exceptional contrast and accurate colors. The television is compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice input.
Whether you’re ending your summer with a Labor Day camping trip or just want to be prepared in case of an emergency, a portable power station is essential in keeping not just electronic devices powered but medical devices powered as well. Keep in mind this model does not come with a solar panel.
Best Labor Day tech deals Apple/CNET
Tech usually gets some of the best discounts during sales, and the Labor Day sales this year are no different. Whether you’ve been looking to get some back-to-school electronics for your kid or just replace your old beat-up tech around the house, our Labor Day picks will have something for you. We’ve picked the best Labor Day tech deals from top brands like Apple and Samsung, with some great discounts on tablets and other electronics across the big retailers.
The best deals on tablets, power stations, speakers and more
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra: $950 (save $250): This tablet comes with the S pen, which can come in handy for taking notes, plus you’ll get a free one-month Xbox Game Pass among other freebies.
- Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet: $90 (save $50): The Fire HD 10 is a solid budget-friendly tablet. It’s great for online browsing, streaming your favorite shows and movies and of course, reading via the Kindle app.
- Apple iPad (9th generation): $200 (save $130): Although not the latest model, still a super strong solid and reliable tablet.
- TP-Link Deco AX3000 WiFi 6 mesh system: $170 (save $110): This 3-piece system gives you a strong signal in up to 6,500 square feet of space. Clip the on-page coupon to save the most.
- Samsung T7 SSD, 4TB: $280 (save $200): You can never have too much extra storage. Keep backups of your favorite memories and important documents on this 4TB solid-state drive.
- Apple 11-inch iPad Pro (4th gen), M2, Wi-Fi + Cellular – 512GB: $899 (save $400): Apple’s previous generation iPad Pro is still a great tablet and excellent value with this deal.
- Garmin Forerunner 265S running smartwatch: $350 (save $100): With up to 15 days of battery life and built-in training programs, the Forerunner 265S is an excellent companion for runners new or experienced.
- Nebula Capsule 3 projector: $650 (save $150): The Nebula 3 laser projector can output 1080p content at sizes as large as 120 inches while being small enough to fit in a large pocket or small bag.
- Apple Airtag (4-pack): $75 (save $24): This versatile tracker can help you locate lost wallets, keys, bags, and more.
- Eero 6+ mesh router 3-pack: $240 (save $60): This versatile mesh router system can handle gigabit speeds over Wi-Fi 6.
- Bose TV speaker: $199 (save $80): Upgrade your TV set up on the cheap with this capable soundbar.
- TP-Link Deco AXE5400 WiFi 6E mesh system (3-pack): $270 (save $180): Delivering high-speed broadband, across homes as large as 7200 square feet. You’ll need to clip the on-page coupon to get the full discount.
- Samsung HW-Q91D 9.1.2 soundbar: $686 (save $611): Samsung’s 2024 soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, and includes wireless surrounds and a cable-free subwoofer.
- Logitech MX Master 3S mouse: $85 (save $15): The consistently highly-rated all-purpose mouse is now at a deeply discounted price.
- Bose Soundlink Revolve+ portable Bluetooth speaker: $229 (save $100): 360 sound, 17 hours of battery life and a built-in mic for taking calls, this sleek-looking speaker will bring the party to you.
- Apple Watch SE: $189 (save $60): Apple’s most affordable smartwatch is now even cheaper.
- Yaber T2 outdoor projector: $244 (save $136): Yaber’s new budget projector has 1080p resolution and JBL-tuned audio. Make sure to clip both the on-page coupons to get the full discount.
- OnePlus Pad tablet -128GB: $400 (save $80): The sleek and well-designed OnePlus Pad is a solid Android tablet if you aren’t impressed by the iPad and Samsung options.
- TP-Link Wi-Fi BE10000 mesh router – 3-pack: $500 (save $800): This tri-band router offers up to 10Gbps speeds and supports the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology. Use the on-page coupon for the maximum discount.
- Tile Mate: $18 (save $7): The popular Bluetooth item tracker makes it easy to track lost keys, wallets, backpacks and more. You’ll even get voice assistant support for Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri.
- EF Ecoflow Delta 2 portable power station: $499 (save $500): Off-grid living or tackling power outages, the Ecoflow Delta 2’s long battery life, and 15 outlets make short work of powering up anything you need.
Best Labor Day TV deals Samsung/CNET
There are only a few shopping holidays left this year, and Labor Day is one of those. It’s a great time to replace your old and busted TV and upgrade to something that has a better resolution and features that will make those binging sessions more enjoyable. We’ve listed a host of top TV deals below, but if you need more, we have a dedicated roundup of the best Labor Day TV sales as well.
Save big on TVs from Samsung, TCL and LG
- Insignia 32-inch class F20 series Smart HD fire TV: $75 (save $55): Perfect for small spaces like dorms, apartments or even smaller bedrooms.
- Sony 85-inch 4K Google TV: $1,098 (save $400): A huge high-quality TV that will have you ditching the movie theaters for your own home.
- Samsung 55-inch The Frame TV: $1,200 (save $300): Doubles as a piece of art and a TV, you can even customize what artwork or picture is displayed on the screen.
- TCL 65-inch Q class 4K Google TV: $348 (save $150): A great TV for gamers as it has Auto Game Mode (ALLM) with AMD FreeSync technology.
- Samsung 55-inch The Terrace outdoor TV: $2,500 (save $1,000): For movie nights outdoors, ditch the projector and get this outdoor TV instead.
- LG 48-inch B4 OLED 4K TV: $750 (save $750): Deep blacks and vibrant colors at an affordable price.
- LG 65-inch OLED evo C4 4K: $1,597 (save $1,103): An excellent television for those who want the best picture quality and fast refresh rates.
- Hisense 58-inch U6HF 4K Fire TV: $348 (save $202): This budget-friendly Hisense TV has a gorgeous display and comes equipped with all your favorite streaming platforms, including Netflix, Hulu and Prime Video. Plus, you can control it with your voice
- Samsung 85-inch QN90D Neo QLED 4K TV: $3,500 (save $1,300): This huge TV is from Samsung’s impressive Neo QLED range, which offers great contrast without the burn-in anxiety you get with an OLED TV.
- Insignia 50-inch Class F30 series LED 4K TV: $190 (save $110): This is a great budget TV option if you want 4K and a big enough size without shelling over $200 for a TV.
- Amazon Fire TV 55″ 4-Series 4K TV: $350 (save $170): Amazon’s smart TV range comes with its Fire TV OS onboard, and offers 4K resolution at a big size on a budget.
- Sony 65-inch Bravia XR A80L OLED 4K smart Google TV: $1,500 (save $700): Wide viewing angles ensure everyone gets the best possible view for family movie night or big games.
- Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED 4K smart Tizen TV: $4,500 (save $2,500): If you’ve been dreaming of converting an entire wall into a movie-quality screen, you can do it now for a couple grand less.
- Samsung 75-inch DU6900 series Crystal UHD TV: $570 (save $130): Samsung’s Crystal UHD series offers great value for money, and a 75-inch 4K TV is a steal at this price.
- LG 77-inch OLED evo C4 4K TV: $2,500 (save $1,199): The LG C4 is as good as OLED TVs get,