Best Buy is speeding up its schedule this year and kicking off its official Black Friday deals a week earlier than what would traditionally be the Friday after Thanksgiving. Today the chain is unleashing scores of specials that will continue all the way through until the actual Black Friday, before a new slate of sales in its Cyber Deals event kick off on November 27.
As for now, below are the best deals that Best Buy has to offer for the early shoppers out there.
Return policy
According to the Best Buy website, purchases made between October 18, 2021 through January 2, 2022 have an extended return period through January 16, 2022. This, however, excludes purchases made with third-party contracts (cell phones, cellular tablets, wearables, etc.), and holiday products (artificial trees, lights, decorations, etc.). Learn more about Best Buy’s return policy here
Deals available now
$120 off
Act fast, because for a limited time, you can pick yourself up an ASUS 11.6” Chromebook for just $99 at Best Buy. The $120 off device is no MacBook Pro, but gets the job done if you want a laptop for browsing, emailing, or Black Friday shopping! It comes with an Intel Celeron processor, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of eMMC memory, but most importantly, a $99 price tag. That may be enough to convince anyone to hit the buy button.
Up to $250 off
Best Buy has a catalog of budget-friendly Chromebooks thanks to Black Friday discounts. Your options range from the ASUS 11.6-inch, mentioned above, for $99, to higher-end models like the HP 14” 2-in-1 for $449 ($250 off). Whichever you choose, you’ll be getting a clean and minimal ChromeOS experience for less than what you’d typically pay.
$250 off
You can’t have a Black Friday sale without door-busting offers on TVs. For a limited time, Best Buy has its Insignia 55” Class F30 Series 4K TV discounted to $299.99 ($250 off). For the price, you get a decently-sized 55” inch 4K panel, smart features including Fire TV, and all the slots you need — three HDMI, one USB, and even an Ethernet port. You’d be hard-pressed to find a more capable TV for less than $300.
$300 off
Another great value option if you’re in the market for a big-screen panel is the Hisense 70” Class A6G 4K TV. Now for just $549.99 ($300 off), you get all the bells and whistles of a modern smart TV, including built-in Google voice assistance, streaming services pre-installed, and a superb 4K panel.
$220 off
Whether you’re planning to buy a new TV this Black Friday or contempt with your current one, a soundbar makes for a world of audio difference. Samsung’s 7.1-Chanel Soundbar packs Dolby 5.1 and DTS Virtual:X technology — basically, it turns your living room into a theatre. Better yet, you can buy the soundbar with an included set of wireless rear speakers for just $279.99 ($220 off) at Best Buy.
In stock
The Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe edition is nothing new. But, the two-year-old bundle continues to make for a doorbuster deal every Black Friday thanks to its limited supply and great value. For the sale price of $299.99, you’re essentially getting Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for free, along with a three-month membership of Nintendo Switch Online.
In stock
The Oculus Quest 2 sits at the top of our best VR and AR headsets list, and with its recent price drop to $299 for the 128GB model, the deal can only get sweeter at Best Buy. If you purchase the headset on November 21, Best Buy will bundle in a $50 e-gift card for you to spend on other Black Friday goodies.
OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, OnePlus Nord N200 5G
Looking for a smartphone upgrade this Black Friday? If you’re feeling adventurous and want to go beyond the Apples and Samsungs, Best Buy has a score of OnePlus devices on sale. The list ranges from the company’s highest end device, OnePlus 9 Pro for $799.99 ($270 off), to the affordable 5G model, OnePlus Nord N200 for $199.99 (40 off).
Charge 5, Versa 2, Luxe, and more
Fitbit is the go-to for fitness trackers and wellness-tailored smartwatches, and Best Buy’s Black Friday discounts couldn’t have come at a better time. With up to $100 off on a wide range of models, you can snag a new timepiece for as low as $99.95.
$200 off
Typically, 2-in-1 laptops are underwhelming as manufacturers put half of the effort towards the touch screen interface and another half towards the traditional laptop design. Lenovo’s Yoga series, however, sets itself apart with a robust experience on both ends. The Yoga 6 13.3-inch laptop is an excellent offering at $749.99 ($200 off), powered by an AMD Ryzen 7, 512GB of SSD, and Windows 11. And of course, you get the timeless 360-degree flip-and-fold design.
$100 off
Dyson makes some of the best vacuums on the market, whether it’s for cleaning dust and debris — or pet hair. If you’ve been on the fence about buying one of these dependable cleaners, Best Buy currently has a sweet deal on the Cyclone V10 Animal, pricing it at $399.99 ($100 off). The vacuum is pet-friendly but functions just as well for regular day tasks.
$102 off
Competing against the Bose QuietComfort 45 is the Sony WH-1000XM4. When ZDNet’s Matthew Miller reviewed the premium headphones, he praised the device for its stunning audio performance, immersive active noise-cancellation, and extensive battery life — among other positives. To summarize, the headphones from Sony “make the world better through a flawless music listening experience.” You can snag a pair for yourself for only $248 ($102 off) at Best Buy.
$50 off
When it comes to premium over-the-ear style headphones, the Bose QuietComfort 45 is a solid alternative to the Sony WH-1000XM4. Toss in a $50 discount and the new $279 asking price is one that will surely entice audiophiles and non-audiophiles alike.
Deals coming soon
Starting Nov. 24
The MacBook Air is the perfect companion for students and workers alike, providing a reliable MacOS system that’s lightweight and portable. Best Buy is holding out until November 24 to discount “select MacBook Air models” by $150, so I have my fingers crossed that it’ll be for the latest M1 model. If so, the MacBook will sell for as low as $849.99.
Like a number of retailers have decided in the last year or two, Best Buy physical stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, allowing its workers to eat a holiday meal with family instead of having to clock in at work. Of course, shoppers with free time on Turkey Day are able to still access deals through Best Buy’s website. In addition to the automatic reimbursement mentioned above, My Best Buy or Best Buy Totaltech members get to tap into exclusive deals on several “Member Mondays” between now and Black Friday.
Of course, we still have to wait for the most anticipated news from Best Buy — what its actual Black Friday deals will be. When its Black Friday ad finally drops, we’ll be sure to bring you the best discounts here.
