Prime Day Deals So Good, We Bought Them Ourselves

HuffPost Life editors share the items they couldn't pass up during the 48 hours of Prime Day 2021.
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There are a lot of great deals on Amazon Prime Day, and it can be overwhelming to sort through so many sale items and also not fall into the trap of buying things you don’t actually need.

We’ve been keeping our eye out for the best Prime Day deals — below, check out the ones that were so good we couldn’t help but do a little shopping ourselves. 

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Cuisinart's Airfryer and Convection Toaster Oven (37% off)
Save counter space by combining your air-fryer with your 4-pound chicken in this sturdy, easy-to-use air-fryer with oven controls. It comes with an oven rack, baking pan and air-fryer basket.

Get it in gray for $124.99 (originally $199.95).
Sonic Handheld Percussion Massage Gun (20% off)
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Tend to your sore, aching muscles with this compact massager. It has five levels of intensity and comes with eight different massage heads in order to target your trigger points. Reviewers praise the tool for helping with issues like plantar fasciitis, muscle recovery, soft tissue pain and more. And bonus: It's super quiet, so you won't wake up anyone in your house if you use it after an early-morning workout.

Get the LifePro Sonic Handheld Percussion Massage Gun on sale for $79.99 (originally $99.99).
Sunday Riley Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil (30% off)
Need an instant glow? Influencer-favorite Sunday Riley makes this oil with vitamin C and calming turmeric for a brighter-looking, glowing complexion.

Get the Sunday Riley C.E.O. Glow Vitamin C & Turmeric Face Oil for $28 (originally $40)
Crest 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips (44% off)
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There's no better time than Prime Day to get a deal on your favorite teeth-whitening strips.

Get the Crest 3D White Professional Effects Whitestrips for $27.96 (originally $49.99)
Robock S4 Max robot vacuum with laser navigation (28% off)
Robot vacuums are great, but sometimes it's a little maddening to watch one randomly bonk around your home. Not so with this smart little machine, which uses laser navigation to map your home and then sucks up dirt in an organized manner. You can use the maps it creates in the app (one for each floor of your home) to set boundaries, schedule specific areas for cleaning, and send your S4 Max out to tackle spills. It can run for 180 minutes on a single charge.

Get it for $309.99 (originally $429.99).
L’Oreal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water Lamellar (45% off)
This rinse-out hair treatment promises silkier, shinier hair — and at nearly half off, why not give that a shot?

Get the L’Oreal Paris Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water Lamellar for $4.95 (originally $8.97).
The infamous and cute "Amazon Coat" (30% off)
The viral Amazon coat strikes again. If you've been holding out on purchasing one, now is the time. You can get the same warmth, as well as wind and water protection, as you do with the original coat, but in a chic new shade not many people have yet. Score.

Get the Orolay Women's fleece down coat for $111.99 (originally $159.99).
Duo Crisp + Air Fryer Combo, 8 Quart (35% off)
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Need an Instant Pot and an air-fryer but don't want to buy two huge appliances? This is for you. This multicooker has 11 functions in one little machine: pressure cooker, air-fryer, slow cooker, steamer, sauté pan, food warmer, sous vide, roaster, mini oven, broiler and dehydrator. Its 8-quart size is a little larger than your average Instant Pot.

Get the Duo Crisp + Air Fryer Combo, 8 Quart for $129.95 (originally $199.99)
A three-pack of ceramic watering stakes (20% off)
Vacation is dicey for plant parents. You either entrust your babies to someone who may accidentally kill them, or leave them alone and hope they’re still alive when you get back. There's a third option: These ceramic watering stakes. Just soak them for a few minutes, then place the tube in a container of water and let each plant suck up as much moisture as it wants while you’re away. Safe travels!

Get a three-pack for $12.32 (originally $15.40).
Perytong Sleep Headphones (20% off)
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Behold these magical sleep headphones. They can connect to any wireless device so you can play meditations, music or whatever else that will lull you to sleep. Best of all: They’re extremely comfortable, so you’re able to drift off without headphones pressing into your ears. (Even therapists use them to unwind before bed!)

Get the Perytong Sleep Headphones for $16 (originally $19.99).
AirPods Pro with wireless charging case (24% off)
With the ability to switch between noise-cancellation and a transparency mode that enables you to hear the world around you, you'll never miss a thing. Each sweat-resistant pair comes with three sizes of soft silicone tips for customizable fit, a wireless charging case, and fast, easy connection to your iPhone or Apple laptop.

Get them from Amazon for $189.99 (originally $249). In response to Prime Day, other retailers are having sales, too. You can also get the AirPods Pro for $189.99 from Target through June 22.
Women's cross band indoor or outdoor slippers (32% off)
These are a stylish addition to your morning or nightly routine (or your everyday routine if you're working from home). Not only are they super plush and comfortable, but they have water- and skid-resistant soles. They come in a variety of fun colors as well. Be sure to order one size up from your normal pair for a good fit.

Get the Halluci women's cross band indoor or outdoor slippers for $16.31 (originally $23.99).
A pack of Kasa smart mini-plugs (20-30% off)
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Insert these smart plugs right into your existing outlets and change your life. You can set timers to turn appliances or lights on and off, say simple commands to control things plugged into hard-to-reach places, and more. Each smart plug can be controlled with Alexa, Google Assistant or the Kasa app.

Get a two-pack for $12.99 (originally $19.99) or a three-pack for $18.99 (originally $24.99).
A splurge-worthy pebble ice maker (18% off)
It's not cheap, obviously, but it will bring you delight all summer and every day you drink anything cold. The GE Profile Opal countertop nugget ice maker starts producing little round balls of ice just 20 minutes after you plug it in and fill the water reservoir. Bluetooth connectivity means you can schedule fresh ice in the app. You won't regret it.

Get it for $449 (originally $549).
Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Ice Cream Maker (30% off)
If you haven't figured out how amazing it is to have an ice cream maker in your kitchen, you're about to find out.

Get the Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Ice Cream Maker for $69.95 (originally $99.95)
A Bissell SpinWave robot mop and vacuum (50% off)
Unlike some robot vacuum-mop combos that simply drag a wet cloth over floors, this Bissell machine accepts cleaning solution and has two washable mop heads that spin. They spin! And when it's in mopping mode, the SpinWave will automatically avoid carpets and rugs. Game over.

Get it for $199.99 (originally $399.99).
A tailbone-saving memory foam chair pad (35% off)
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Your fancy ergonomic task chair was left behind in the office last spring, and now your back is paying the price. Give your tush some cush with this U-shaped memory foam chair pillow that's nearly 3 inches thick.

Get it in blue, navy and red for $25.32 (originally $38.95).

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Smart Home And Household Tech Gadgets For Sale On Amazon Prime Day 2021
A Eufy BoostIQ robot vacuum (43% off)(01 of20)
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Let a robot do the work for you when it comes to medium-pile carpet and hardwood floors. Eufy's BoostIQ 11S cleans quietly and scoots under most furniture at just 2.85 inches tall.

Get it for $129.99 (originally $219.99).
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A pack of Kasa smart mini-plugs (20-30% off)(02 of20)
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Insert these smart plugs right into your existing outlets and change your life. You can set timers to turn appliances or lights on and off, say simple commands to control things plugged into hard-to-reach places, and more. Each smart plug can be controlled with Alexa, Google Assistant or the Kasa app.

Get a two-pack for $12.99 (originally $19.99) or a three-pack for $18.99 (originally $24.99).
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A 13" MacBook Air with Apple's M1 chip, 8BG RAM and 256GB SSD storage (10% off)(03 of20)
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Start the school year or your next project right with a lightning-fast 2020 MacBook Air with 8GB of unified memory. A single battery charge provides up to 18 hours of use. This is Apple's lightest, thinnest, most portable notebook, but it's a powerhouse, too.

Get it in space gray for $899.99 (originally $999.99).
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Tile Bluetooth keys and phone finders (30% off)(04 of20)
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Never lose anything ever again. You can use the Tile app on your phone to find whatever you attach a Tile tracker to — luggage, a key ring, your wallet or purse, a child's backpack, etc. — or alternately, use a Tile tracker to help you find your phone. It could be the most practical Prime Day deal you ever buy!

Get a Tile Pro for $24.49 (originally $34.99).

Get a pair of Tile Mate trackers for $33.59 (originally $47.99).

Get one Tile Pro and one Tile Slim for $41.99 (originally $59.99).

Get two Tile Mates and two Tile Slims for $52.49 (originally $72).
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A Fire TV Stick 4K streaming device with Alexa voice remote (50% off)(05 of20)
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Amazon's most powerful streaming stick is 50% off for Prime Day. Access 4K Ultra HD, Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10+ with a voice remote that can launch apps and search for content. The stick integrates with thousands of Alexa commands and other services including Netflix, YouTube TV, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, Sling, HBO Max and live security camera feeds.

Get it for $24.99 (originally $49.99).
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A game-changing smart lock in various styles (67-73% off)(06 of20)
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Both modern and traditional-looking smart locks from Smonet will be featured in lightning deals over the 48 hours of Prime Day. Never lock yourself out again with these deadbolt replacements that let you unlock your door by app, code, key and even fingerprint with certain models. You can also share codes with friends, family and service people as you want.

Get the lock pictured above for $95 during a limited-time lightning deal on Monday (originally $299.88) or check out the various other smart lock styles — some with biometric entry — that will be on sale in lightning deals from Smonet here.
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A WiFi-enabled outdoor smart plug from D-Link (60% off)(07 of20)
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Automate holiday and landscape lights, power summer barbecues, control swimming pool pumps and more with this splash- and dust-proof smart plug that also has a USB outlet for charging speakers, phones and more. You can turn each connected device on and off from your phone using the app — no hub required — and the plug also works with Alexa and Google Assistant.

Get it for $19.99 (originally $49.99).
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A zap-free device that will rid your home of fruit flies, mosquitos, gnats and moths (26% off)(08 of20)
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Are you bugged by the likes of fruit flies in your kitchen? Run this device for a few nights and watch what happens. Each Katchy is designed to attract pests with a UV light then suck them into a container where they become stuck to a refillable sticky trap that can last for weeks.

Get it for $29.57 in a limited-time lightning deal on Tuesday (originally $39.79).
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A splurge-worthy GE pebble ice maker (18% off)(09 of20)
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It's not cheap, but it will bring you delight all summer and every day you drink anything cold. The GE Profile Opal countertop nugget ice maker starts producing round balls of ice just 20 minutes after you fill the reservoir and plug it in. Bluetooth connectivity means you check on and can schedule fresh ice in the app. You won't regret it.

Get it for $449 (originally $549).
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An Alexa-enabled Echo Dot (50% off)(10 of20)
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Amazon's latest generation Echo Dot gives you voice control over your entertainment and the ability set alarms, manage linked smart devices, and protect your privacy with an easy microphone off switch.

Get it in charcoal, white or blue for $24.99 (originally $49.99).
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A certified refurbished Ring Elite video doorbell (57% off)(11 of20)
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See, hear and talk with visitors, get motion detector alerts, and check on your home (even in infrared night vision!) from your phone or computer with this refurbished unit from Ring.

Get it for $129.99 (originally $299.99).
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A pan-and-tilt baby monitor with night vision (57% off)(12 of20)
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What can't this baby monitor do? It tracks the temperature of your little one's room, has two-way talk capabilities, plays lullabies, and can pan, zoom and tilt so you can see whatever you need to on the wide-view monitor.

Get it for $55.99 during a limited-time lightning deal on Monday (originally $129.99).
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A feature-filled Roborock S6 robot vacuum and mop (38% off)(13 of20)
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It maps your entire house. Avoids no-go zones you can set in the app. Vacuums edges in its adaptive routing. Mops with an adjustable water flow. Integrates with Alexa. In fact, this Roborock model just might be the Rolls Royce of robot vacs.

Get it for $416 in a limited-time lightning deal on Monday (originally $649).
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A quick-composting Vitamix Foodcycler (30% off)(14 of20)
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If you ever wanted to make compost from your food scraps but lacked the space or ability to deal with smells, today's your day. Vitamix's 2L-capacity FoodCycler can turn your scraps — including chicken bones — into fertilizer overnight. According to Vitamix, this odorless machine can help you cut food waste in your home by 90%.

Get it for $279.95 on Tuesday (originally $399.95).
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A 1080P Eufy wireless home security system with night vision (32% off)(15 of20)
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This wire-free security system is designed to run for half a year on a single battery charge. The crystal-clear footage from two weatherproof, 140-degree cameras is stored on your own hub, so there's no need to pay for an additional monthly cloud subscription.

Get it for $149.99 (originally $219.99).
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A powerful Black + Decker stick vac (50% off)(16 of20)
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The front-facing dustbin helps this vac lay flat to reach farther under furniture, and promises to suck up pet hair and run for nearly an hour on a single charge.

Get it for $99 (originally $199.99).
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A deeply discounted robot vacuum (68% off)(17 of20)
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Control this helpful, self-charging little vacuum by voice assistant (both Google and Alexa) or app. It also comes with a HEPA filter and a magnetic boundary strip so you can keep it where you want it.

Get it for $75.65 during a limited-time lightning deal on Tuesday (originally $239).
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A pair of rechargeable mosquito repellers (20% off)(18 of20)
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Save summer with a pair of rechargeable mosquito repellers. Each one promises to silently create a 20-foot "zone of protection" that will last for five and half hours on a single charge (USB cords included).

Get it for $59.99 with an available 20% off coupon (originally $74.99).
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A D-Link HD indoor security cam with cloud recording, motion detection and night vision (30% off)(19 of20)
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With 120-degrees of viewing, this camera is a great solution for small homes or apartments. You can choose to get a push alert whenever motion or sound is detected, and watch live video streams in the D-Link app on your phone or on Fire TV, Echo Show, Echo Spot or Google Chromecast.

Get it for $42 (originally $59.99).
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Eufy's 2k video battery-powered doorbell camera (30% off)(20 of20)
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This is the battery-powered version of Wirecutter's No. 2 pick for the best smart doorbell camera, meaning you don't have to have existing doorbell wires for it to work (although you can hardwire it, too). Eufy promises you'll get up to 180 days of battery power, and you don't have to subscribe to monthly cloud service — data is stored locally on the included hub.

Get it for $139.99 (originally $199.99).
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