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Jul 13, 2023

Amazon Prime Day deals have ended, but there are still some offers available. As a product tester, these are the only deals that I would buy this year

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Amazon Prime Day is over, but that doesn't mean you can't checkout with a saving. We're still seeing some discounts on Amazon Prime Day. A few are even better than they were on Prime Day. If you like to spend wisely (who doesn't?), you may have been holding out before pressing 'add to cart' on that new coffee maker. Well, hold out no more.

1. The 7 best deals2. Vacuum deals3. Kitchen deals4. Coffee maker deals4. Bedding deals5. Outdoor deals6. More detail

We all want the best we can afford, but often those kitchen appliances and homewares come at a premium. That is why Prime Day is the perfect time to invest in the best, whilst saving a little extra too. If your toaster looks tired, if you’ve been after an air fryer for ages, or if you want to treat yourself to a state-of-the-art blender, you won't see better prices until Black Friday, especially since the main sales have ended.

If you want the best products that are still discounted now, you've come to the right place. I've tested all of the appliances below, along with our team of experts. We put them through their paces, rating them on everything from basic functions to upkeep and those handy added extras. That way, we know that these are all the best of their kind.

The team and I have combed through thousands of deals, and these are the highest-rated products for the best prices out there. I'm particularly excited about the still-running KitchenAid discounts, but you can see what was discounted of that on our Amazon Prime Day KitchenAid deals page. For now, move quickly - we don't know when these deals will revert to their usual prices.

If you're keen to start browsing, these are quick links that will take you to where you need to be for everything from small kitchen goods to bedding:

Hoover ONEPWR Pet Max | was $309.99, now $177.99 at AmazonWe've called it: this is the best Prime Day deal for home products, as it's under than half off a great vacuum. It was cheaper yesterday, but it's still a good deal. While there are better vacuums out there with more gadgetry, this is the best value for money.

Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer Oven| was $169.99, now $89.95 at AmazonThe Instant Vortex is the best air fryer we've ever tested, and it's still at the lowest price we've ever seen. It's easily the best deal I've seen on this model, offering an air fryer that cooks fast, fried, odor-free food.

Ninja JC101 Cold Press Pro | was $149.99, now $79.95 at AmazonThis is the best juicer deal we have found this Prime Day. While it's not as good as premium brands, it's still a fantastic juicer, and our pick for the best budget juicer.

You can read more here.

KitchenAid 3.5 Quart Artisan Mini Plus Stand Mixer | was $379.99, now $259.99 at AmazonStand mixer deals were a little light on the ground this Prime Day, and this $120 saving on the Artisan Mini is pretty rare. It's a great choice for a KitchenAid mixer without the infamous price tag.

WORX WG779 Cordless Lawn Mower | was $299, now $248.93 at AmazonThis is our favorite ever lawn mower. Our eCommerce director has used it for three years and says nothing compares to its mix of value and performance. It's lightweight, cuts to the edge, and brings neat, precise trimming for a fraction of the cost of metal-body, gas-powered mowers.

Our full review has more detail.

Tempur-Adapt Topper | was $499, now $277.49 at AmazonThe Tempur-Adapt totally transforms uncomfortable mattresses. It was the lowest price I've ever seen this topper, but it's since gone back up. However, Tempur rarely run deals, so you you should get in on this while you can.

All the detail is in our full review.

Technivorm Moccamaster KGBV Select | was $359.99, now $222.13 at AmazonPrime Day is over, yet this coffee maker is it's the lowest price it's ever been on Amazon. It’s premium and makes perfect coffee, too. We predicted that Amazon would take more off the price and now they have.

You can read more here.

Philips 3200 Series | was $999.99, now $374 at AmazonYou need to move fast right now for this. There's $600 off this amazing coffee maker if you buy it used, but there's very limited stock. It's nearly faultless, and at the lowest price I've seen it for a while..

You can read more about the Philips 3200 Series in our review.

Vacuums can be surprisingly expensive for such a simple appliance. These are the biggest discounts on tested vacuums.

Hoover ONEPWR Pet Max | was $309.99, now $177.99 at AmazonWe called this the best home deal this Prime Day. When we tested it, we were hugely impressed with its strength and agility, and there's still a huge 43% saving. One of the best vacuums for pet hair, this is a must-buy.

You can read more about it in my full review.

Levoit VortexIQ 40 | was $229.99, now $179.96 at AmazonThere are hundreds of cheap vacuums on Amazon, and lots of them are terrible. Instead, try this: the best budget vacuum on the market. It lacks the bonus features of premium vacuums, but it does the basic job well. It's still reduced by 22% in Prime Day sales, so you can save even more.

Our full review has more information.

Dyson Outsize + | was $949.99, now $723.62 at AmazonPowerful, cordless, and easy to use, this is our pick for the best vacuum for pet hair in the world. The green laser shows up dust and dirt that your naked eye will miss. $700 is still expensive for a vacuum, but $200 off Dyson is rare.

Our full review has more information.

Dyson Ball Animal 2| was $499.99, now $408.99 at AmazonAfter years of testing Dysons, I know first-hand that they make great vacuums that are always too expensive. The Ball Animal 2 is years old by now, but it's still unbelievably good on carpet. It was cheaper yesterday, but $90 off is still a discount worth having.

There more detail in our full review.

While we love them, top-line kitchen appliances can set you back hundreds of dollars. These are the very best, and the biggest discounts.

Ninja JC101 Cold Press Pro | was $149.99, now $79.95 at AmazonOur tests found that this is the best budget slow press juicer on the market, and it's still 46% off, saving you even more. Sure, it can't match premium brands, but when you consider that premium slow juicers start at $400, this is a huge saving.

You can read more in our full review.

Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer Oven| was $169.99, now $89.95 at AmazonThe Instant Vortex is the best air fryer we've ever tested, and it's still at the lowest price we've ever seen. Its Odor Erase technology neutralizes cooking odors and the simple controls make cooking a breeze. I especially love the see-through cooking window, where you can watch in real time as air frying transforms your food. This is a great Prime Day deal too.

Our full review has more detail.

KitchenAid 3.5 Quart Artisan Mini Plus Stand Mixer | was $379.99, now $259.99 at AmazonAfter plenty of testing, I can say for certain that KitchenAid make the best stand mixers in the world. This mini tilt-head stand mixer may only have a capacity of 3.5-qt but that’s enough to whip up 60 cookies in a single batch. It's a smart choice if you want the classic full-size Artisan but don't have the budget or the space.

There's more information in our full review.

Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series Smart Blender | was $649.95, now $527.31 at AmazonTh unbelievable Vitamix A3500 is our pick for the best blender overall. Not only does it easily crush ice and hard vegetables thanks to a powerful 10-speed motor, but it can even cook a perfect tomato soup.

You can check our work in our full review.

Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender | was $349.95, now $299.95 at AmazonOur biggest complaint with Vitamix is how expensive they can be. The E310 is one of their more budget offerings, but it still costs $350. A $50 saving is therefore an offer worth considering.

There's more info in our full review.

Before I was a product tester, I was trained and worked as a barista. It takes a lot to impress me when it comes to domestic coffee makers, so you know that I genuinely recommend these.

De'Longhi All In One Combination Coffee Maker | was $299.95, now $250 at AmazonI love this discount, and it's still going strong. A combination drip coffee and espresso machine is good value to begin with, let alone $50 off. It tastes great, too, excelling in our tests.

You can learn more in our full review.

Technivorm Moccamaster KGBV Select | was $359.99, now $222.13 at AmazonThis drip coffee maker would have been at the top of our drip coffee makers guide if it wasn’t for the price, and after Prime Day, it's the lowest price it's ever been on Amazon. It’s premium and makes perfect coffee, too. We predicted that Amazon would take more off the price and now they have.

You can read more here.

Breville Barista Express | was $749.95, now $549.95 at AmazonWith commercial barista experience, it takes a lot for an espresso machine to impress me. The Express more than did the job; I loved it. The only reason I didn't like it was the price; now at $549.96, there's no question about it. I told you to wait for a bigger discount, and here it is.

You can read more about it here.

Philips 3200 Series | was $999.99, now $374 at AmazonWhether this is your first coffee maker, or an upgrade and a treat, this is the time to buy the Philips 3200. This speedy, compact, and incredibly versatile coffee maker is nearly faultless, and this is one of the biggest discounts I've seen all day.

You can read more about the Philips 3200 Series in our review.

Amazon is often the last place people think to buy bedding, but it shouldn't be. While beds at traditional mattress stores can cost thousands, there are a few products on Amazon that will save you hundreds of dollars without compromising on quality.

Tempur-Adapt Topper | was $499, now $279 at AmazonIt's one of our favorite toppers, and we've never seen is on sale for this cheap. This is the lowest price I've ever seen this topper, and Tempur rarely run deals, so you should get in on this while you can.

All the detail is in our full review.

Save a couple hundred bucks on some of these top tested outdoor appliances, taking your summer entertaining to the next level.

Everdure Force Gas Grill | was $899.99, now $690.14 at AmazonThe Everdure Force Gas Grill is one of our favorites. We love beautiful design, and this mid-century modern inspired grill looks so much better than any other gas grill out there. It cooks beautifully, too.

There's more detail in our full review.

WORX WG779 Cordless Lawn Mower | was $299, now $248.93 at AmazonThis lightweight mower cuts to the edge, and brings neat, precise trimming for a fraction of the cost of metal-body, gas-powered mowers.

Our full review has more detail.

If you need a little more insight before making a purchase, here are all of our notes on these top-tested appliances.

Our expert review:

If you're looking for an espresso machine that'll elevate your basic coffee, without overcomplicating the process, the Breville Barista Express is the perfect option for you. It has an integrated grinder which can auto dose for the perfect espresso. As you become more confident, you can adjust the settings, but the simple interface means that you can't go wrong with your espresso blends.

Thanks to a ThermoJet heating system, the steam wand warms milk effortlessly and quickly, so you won't need to wait for the boiler to warm up. You'll want to practice milk frothing if you like a really frothy coffee, but it doesn't take long to refine your technique. With premium finishes and lots of accessories, this is the kind of espresso machine that you'll want to make room on your countertops for.

You can find out more in our Breville Barista Express review.

Our expert review:

Wood-fired pizza ovens are second to none. Nothing can recreate the smoky charred crust like one, so we were overjoyed that this is a good one. Even though wood can be daunting to light, the Fyra 12 is easy to set up and use. Our experts had it up and running in 15 minutes. The app is fill of recipes and helpful hints that help make this an effortless process.

This applies to all wood-fired ovens, but you'll need to give it attention. Re-stoking the wood pellets often is important, but also make sure not to overheat your oven either. It's also worth noting that Ooni products don't come with a pizza peel or slicer, so you'll need to buy extras like a specialised wood pellets and a thermometer.

Helen's full Ooni Fyra 12 review has all the details.

Our expert review:

Inexpensive but effective, this vacuum performed excellently on all our tests. It did push the pet hair around a little, but when we applied more pressure, it was great. We didn't expect this to rival Dyson's power, but at 20% of the cost, it's an excellent buy.

The runtime and display were both considerable and it was easy to switch between surface settings. If you own a small apartment, this is the vacuum for you. Our only frustration was that this isn't freestanding, so you'll always need to support it, or lean it on your furniture.

My full Hoover ONEPWR Pet Max review has more detail.

Our expert review:

Our experts labelled this 'the best air fryer in the world', because it made such brilliant fries, asparagus, and bacon. There's no overcooking or undercooking, everything we made was simply perfect. The well-considered design stops food falling through the tray and with a six-quart capacity, this is perfect for families.

Millie also reassured us that the OdorErase technology is no gimmick - it reduces smell, whilst keeping the air fryer quiet too. The only downside is that you'll have to clean it by hand.

Millie's Instant Vortex Plus 6-in-1 Air Fryer with ClearCook and OdorErase review has more details.

Our expert review:

Our experts loved this 'miniature marvel'. It's a smaller, but equally capable, version of KitchenAid's iconic stand mixer. Molly Cleary was impressed with the capacity and results from whipping, kneading, and mixing. If you're a smaller household, it doesn't take much convincing that this is perfect for you.

This mixer maxes out at 250 watts, which is less than half the size of some more high-end stand mixers, but if you need a smaller size it's a sacrifice worth making. Our tester put the Mini against other mixers and found that it could keep up with others. Moreover, it's quieter and more stable too. We didn't think it was exceptional value when it was full price, but in the Prime Day sales, it's an excellent deal.

Molly's full KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer review has all the detail.

Our expert review:

The iconic KitchenAid artisan is the best stand mixer in the world, and it has been for decades. On test, it easily churned through cake batter, bread dough, and whipped cream, and it's easy to use. The handy tilt-head makes it a joy to use, and it's easy to add ingredients and switch out attachments.

These attachments include a wire whisk for beating eggs, a flat beater for integrating cake batter, and a hook to work your bread dough.

Best of all, it comes in a huge range of colors, so it can suit almost any style of kitchen.

There's more information in my full KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer review.

Our expert review:

This is a luxurious investment, especially if you're looking to make some top-quality, consistent coffee. It's quiet, sleek, and can brew ten cups of coffee in six minutes. Together, the Moccamaster meets the qualifications set by the Specialty Coffee Association and the European Coffee Brewing Center as the perfect cup of coffee. It also makes a smooth and delicate brew too. You can choose from a range of colors and styles, so that your drip coffee maker can match the mood of any kitchen.

Our Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Coffee Maker review has more details.

Our expert review:

Before Prime Day, this was excellent value. Now that it's reduced, it's almost incomprehensible value. We tested this with three different, color-coded filters, which were easy to use and even easier to clean. The resulting drinks were all incredible, with the perfect level of pulp.

It's good to know that this struggles a little when compared to more expensive models and that the chute is quite small. However, for the price, it's an excellent buy.

Our Ninja Cold Press Pro review has more details

Our expert review:

It doesn't take much to convince me that this coffee maker deserves a space in your kitchen. With Prime Day savings of hundreds of pounds, I'm surprised that it's still in stock. This luxury machine makes a range of café-quality brews. Thanks to the LatteGo system, it froths milk perfectly too. For a bean to cup machine, this is small, making it easy to store in a small kitchen and it's easy to keep clean too. This can be a little noisy, but that's a worthwhile compromise.

Our Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine review has more information.

Our expert review:

If you suffer with back pain, this Nectar memory foam mattress could be the solution. Our tester Casey found that this mattress helped her fibromyalgia thanks to a responsive design that keeps you in a neutral position.

This excellent support is wrapped in an outer cooling cover which is breathable and moisture-wicking ensuring that even the most feverish sleepers will stay cool all night. It also had no motion transfer, so it's great for couples.

It’s slightly on the firmer side of medium-firm, with the website ranking as a 6.5 on a firmness scale of 1-10. This makes it a top choice for front and back sleepers but probably not best for those that prefer a mattress you can really sink into.

Remember: You should always discuss back pain with a doctor. A mattress can alleviate back pain, but it can't cure it.

Casey's Nectar Memory foam mattress review goes into more detail.

Our expert review:

This topper excels across the board, with fantastic pressure relief, cooling, and motion isolation. The medium-firm option works well for most sleepers, so it's a good option for couples with different sleeping styles. The only issue that keeps this topper from the very top spot is that you can't return it, so in the unlikely event it doesn't work for you, you'll be stuck with a mattress topper you don't want.

Editor's note: We've tested and reviewed the Tempur-Topper Supreme, a predecessor to the Tempur-Topper Adapt. The new upgrades include straps, (something we criticized in the original topper) and a new breathable, moisture-wicking cover. Other than that, all specs remain the same. If you get hot at night, it's also worth considering the Tempur-Adapt + Cooling topper, which has all the features of the Adapt as well as a high-performance cool-to-the-touch casing.

Our expert review:

This smoker has a frankly ridiclous capacity; a 650 square inch volume means you can fit eight whole chickens, six pork butts, or five rib racks at a time. That's not just enough to feed a family, that's enough to start a small grilling business.

It's also incredibly simple to use. Where other smokers trade on hyper-masculine grilling disciplines that you'll need years to master, this one can be controlled from your phone. Once you've set a temperature, the grill will automaticaly adjust itself for you. It also comes with a meat probe, so you can closely monitor the internal temperature of your cuts of meat.

The single biggest issue with is that the smart tech in this grill means that you have to have electric power to use it, which is a pain if you don't have an external outlet in your yard.

Our expert review:

We love the Everdure Force, because where other grills are ugly gray and black monoliths, this beautiful grill looks as good as it cooks. It's at home in any almost any backyard, and every single finish on this grill is high-quality.

It also performed well in our cooking tests, and there are tiny touches that make a huge difference. For example, we found that the diagonal pattern of the grill plate means that it's difficult to drop food onto the flames.

However, it's a little basic, with no warming rack or side burners. You should also consider that cleaning this grill is a little frustrating. Because the body is so shallow, grease from meat dishes won't run down to the grease tray, instead sitting under the grill.

There's more detail in our full Everdure Force review.

Our expert review:

We've tested this mower for nearly three years, and it still holds up. It's simple to use, and gives a perfectly precise cut every time. The runtime is still good - about 50 minutes, and our tester has never run out of power midway through the job. While we don't recommend it, as cutting too much grass in one go can kill the plants, you can easily cut half a foot of grass to an inch with this mower.

There's an effective mulching plug for reusing the clippings to feed your grass, and there's also a great roller on the back, so you can get a picket-fence perfect striped lawn without dropping hundreds of dollars on a ride-on mower.

There's more detail in our full WORX WG779E review.

Prime Day is July 11—12 2023. The first wave of sales started at midnight PT on Tuesday and continues through the event. A second release happens on the second day, and there are lots of lightning deals to be had throughout. Once deals sell out, that's it! So you have to be quick to get what you want.

There may also be a second Prime Day in October. Last year, in 2022, Amazon announced its Prime Early Access Sale event offering another two days of deals during the month of October. We're expecting the same this year.

Amazon Prime Day ends at midnight on the West Coast. If you are on ET it ends at 02:59am meaning you get to shop the best deals a little into July 13th. Don't wait around though!

I approach Prime Day with two mindsets: what do I need and what do I want? Think about what you need in your home. This is the ideal time to buy top-quality appliances on Amazon for less money. However, sales are also a time to treat yourself. Ice cream makers aren't a necessity, but they're at the top of my list.

Amazon tends to do flash sales towards the end of Prime Day, so keep your eyes peeled for that. However, you don't want to wait for your latest deal steal to go out of stock. We'll let you know if we think prices might drop more on our specific deal block.

I'm excited about a lot of these Prime Day deals. We have buying guides for specific ranges, like kitchens and grills, so keep an eye on all of our content. Our team of experts spend their days finding the best prices on the best products for you. We only recommend appliances that we have tested, so that you can trust us when we say something is good.

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Laura is our eCommerce editor. Before Homes & Gardens she studied English at Oxford University. Alongside her studies, she qualified as a barista and trained as a master perfumer. This makes her our certified expert for all things coffee, candles, and fragrance. She has passed our five-step tests to become a certified Customer Advisor, making her our resident expert. Laura has worked for luxury retail brands, reinforcing the importance of quality and style over quantity and fads. She looks for products which have been designed with thoughtful finishes.

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