We’re less than a week away from Amazon’s October Prime Day event, but that’s not the only sale worth getting excited about right now. Walmart will be having its own major fall sale (which just so happens to coincide with Amazon’s), and it’s already started rolling out the early deals. You can score savings on tons of top tech, home essentials and more right now. CNET’s shopping experts have rounded up some of today’s absolute best bargains below. For Oct. 2, that includes over $50 off a pair of unique Shokz OpenRun Pro bone-conduction headphones, a hybrid Roku Streambar SE that’s on sale for just $79 and a Keurig K-Mini Plus coffee maker that’s now available for just $65.
The original Shokz OpenRun Pros may have been knocked off our list of the best running headphones by a newer model, the OpenRun Pro 2s, but this 2022 pair still has a ton to offer. These headphones are great for hitting the road or the trails, thanks to the unique bone-conduction technology, which delivers sound through your cheekbone. That means you can enjoy your music anywhere without sacrificing situational awareness. The Shokz OpenRun Pros are lightweight at just 29 grams and have a rugged IP55 water-resistant design.
The budget-friendly Streambar SE is a hybrid soundbar that doubles as a 4K streaming device. It’s a more affordable alternative to the original Roku Streambar, which is CNET’s top pick for the overall best soundbar of 2025, and still has much to offer. CNET audio expert David Carnoy was impressed by its sound, especially for the size and price. The soundbar also automatically boosts dialogue, so you don’t need subtitles to understand what’s happening. Plus, it features Bluetooth connectivity for easy wireless streaming. It’s about 4 inches smaller than the full-sized counterpart and also lacks support for Dolby Atmos audio. But for those with limited space or a tight budget, it’s an excellent option — especially at over $20 off.
This compact single-serve Keurig brewer is perfect for a quick caffeine fix. It can make a 6- to 12-ounce cup in just seconds, and has a removable drip tray to accommodate travel mugs as well. It even has a “strong brew” setting for when you need a little extra kick. Plus, it’s just 5 inches wide, so it won’t crowd your countertops, making it great for smaller spaces like the office or a dorm room. Just note that the removable water reservoir only holds enough for a single cup, so you’ll need to refill it for each serving.
