Prime Big Deal Days are here, and you’ll find plenty of discounts under $50 during the 48-hour sale, exclusive to Prime members. You can find deals on beauty items, household essentials, tech and more — all under $50.
I’ve covered shopping events like Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday for nearly five years as an editor for NBC Select, so I know how to find deals that are actually worth buying. I spent weeks combing through thousands of discounts to find the best October Prime Day deals under $50 — each one I recommend below is highly rated and 20% off or more, as well as at its lowest price in at least three months or lowest price ever. I’ll frequently update this list throughout Prime Big Deal Days.
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Best October Prime Day deals under $50
This ADA-accepted water flosser has 10 pressure settings and a 22-ounce, dishwasher-safe water reservoir. You can use one of the seven included tips to clean different areas of your teeth, according to the brand. The water flosser also has a one-minute timer with a 30-second pacer to help you brush for the expert-recommended two minutes.
The Echo Dot is a speaker, home theater system, temperature regulator and Wi-Fi extender all in one. It can stream music, podcasts and audiobooks, and it’s compatible with Amazon Alexa, so you can set timers, get weather updates and more via voice commands.
This Cerave cream earned a top 10 spot in our list of 100 best moisturizers. It’s gentle, fragrance-free and has the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, so it’s a great option for those with very sensitive skin. It has a thick texture, but it absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving no residue or a heavy, uncomfortable feeling, according to our editors.
Make your favorite smoothies using this personal blender, which can hold up to two cups of liquid. It has a simple design: You simply push, twist and blend. In addition to a 24-ounce bottle, you’ll get a cup ring and a to-go lid, so you can take it with you to work, class, the gym and more.
Ring’s indoor camera lets you monitor your space using your phone, tablet or computer and get real-time notifications. The Wi-Fi-equipped camera pairs with the companion Ring app, so you can see, hear and speak to visitors. It works with Amazon Alexa voice assistant, too.
This set of five food storage containers can hold sauces, soups, stews and more. They’re leak-resistant and safe to put in the dishwasher, microwave and freezer, according to the brand. Each container also has built-in vents, so you can microwave them with the lid on. They’re also stackable to help you save space.
This Aquaphor ointment is one of our favorite hand creams and lip balms because it soothes dry, cracked and flaky skin. It’s very thick, so it’s great for spot-treating rough patches and irritated skin. It has petrolatum, an occlusive ingredient that sits on top of your skin to keep moisture in.
Listen to music, take calls and connect to multiple devices at once with these over-ear headphones, which have up to 50 hours of battery life. They’re lightweight, have an adjustable headband and soft, cushioned ear pads for comfort.
Take these ready-to-drink protein shakes to the gym, work or anywhere else you’ll need a morning or afternoon snack. Each shake has 30 grams of protein and no added sugar, according to the brand. You can buy this pack of 12 in multiple flavors, including chocolate, cafe latte, pumpkin spice and caramel (most of which are currently on sale).
This is one of our favorite eye creams for dry under eyes. It’s a very lightweight gel-cream, so it melts easily into your skin, and has ingredients like glycerin, squalane and ceramides to help retain moisture, according to the brand. I’ve used this eye cream for years and it’s a great option for my dry, sensitive under eyes during the colder months.
Stock up on dishwasher tablets this fall Prime Day with this 62-pack from Cascade. The pods soak, scrub and rinse dishes while leaving behind a fresh, clean scent.
Hydro Flask makes some of our favorite water bottles thanks to its durable stainless steel shell that can keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot for up to 12 hours, according to the brand. This 32-ounce model is dishwasher-safe, has a built-in straw and a carry loop so you can take it on the go.
Best October Prime Day sales under $50
Here are the best Prime Big Deal Days sales under $50 to know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below.
Up to 50% Foreo tools and devices
Up to 30% off Steamery clothing care
Up to 25% off La Roche-Posay skin care
Up to 46% off Anker portable chargers
Up to 48% off Neutrogena bestsellers
Up to 51% off Amazon basics
Up to 50% off Belif skin care
Best sales under $50 at other retailers
Walmart: Save on products across categories during the Walmart Deals event through Oct 12.
Target: Target Circle members (free and paid) can save on products across categories during Target Circle Week, through Oct. 11
Wayfair: Up to 60% off sitewide during Holiday Deal Week, plus exclusive savings for members
Macy’s: Get an extra 30% off fall styles and an extra 15% off beauty and fragrances during the VIP Sale
Adidas: Up to 30% off select styles using code DEAL through Oct. 8
How I found the best October Prime Day deals under $50
All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. I also included products the NBC Select staff tested, including Wellness Award, Travel Award, Pet Award, Bed & Bath Award and Giftable Tech Award winners. I ran each deal through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in three months or lowest price ever. All the products I recommend are 20% off or more and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews.
Why trust NBC Select?
I’m an updates editor for NBC Select who has covered deals and sales since 2021. I also cover topics like beauty, wellness and pets. Prior to Prime Big Deal Days, I previewed a list of deals from Amazon and sorted through them to find worthwhile sales you should know about.