Labor Day has finally arrived, and after a week of early discounts trickling in, the sales are now in full swing. We’ve put together an expansive guide detailing nearly 100 deals we think are worth the money — including everything from big-screen OLED TVs to back-to-school essentials like the latest MacBook Air — but we also recognize that spending a couple a hundred dollars on a new gadget isn’t always feasible in these inflationary, tariff-riddled times.
Fortunately for those on a budget, there are plenty of worthwhile deals to be had for $100 or less. To make sifting through them easier, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites, including the latest Kindle, the entry-level AirPods 4, and Anker’s beefy Laptop Power Bank. We also pulled together a handful of excellent gaming deals, not to mention a steep discount on what has become our favorite budget video doorbell.
$90
Apple’s AirPods 4 are the latest update to the company’s base-model wireless earbuds. The hard, plastic buds feature improved audio over the third-gen model, along with deep iOS integration and spatial audio with head tracking. Read our review.
$90
Amazon’s most recent entry-level Kindle features a 6-inch, 300ppi display, support for USB-C charging, and up to six weeks of battery life. It’s also brighter than previous models and offers noticeably faster performance.
$99
The latest Beats Pill offers improved sound, USB-C, and native support for both iOS and Android features, including their respective Find My networks and voice assistants. It also bests the previous model with double the battery life and IP67 water resistance. Read our review.
$40
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening brings back the classic adventure from the original GameBoy to experience on the Nintendo Switch with an extremely cute art style. Read our review.
$80
Google’s terrific TV Streamer (4K) is the company’s best attempt at a streaming device yet, with built-in ethernet, an excellent interface, and smart home compatibility with both Matter and Thread. Read our review.
$85
The Beats Studio Buds Plus sport an eye-catching translucent option and build upon the original with improved sound, better voice quality, and more effective ANC. They also include swappable silicon ear tips and support for native iOS and Android features. Read our review.
$40
Blink’s second-gen Video Doorbell records 1080p video in a 1:1 aspect ratio, allowing you to see the entire body. It also comes with a Sync Module, which acts as a hub and helps extend battery life to approximately two years.
$94
Anker’s latest power bank sports three USB-C ports, plus one USB-A port. It tops out at 165W when charging two devices simultaneously, or 130W when charging three or four.
$65
The newest Echo Show 5 is just as small as its predecessor, but it features updated microphones and a speaker system that delivers double the bass and clearer sound quality.
$40
In this turn-based RPG, the Mario brothers sail across islands on a quest to return to the Mushroom Kingdom, fighting bosses along the way. It’s a lighthearted Nintendo Switch game full of clever gameplay, charm, and humor. Read our review.
$20
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the captivating sequel to 2019’s Fallen Order, one that continues the story of Cal Kestis and his little droid, BD-1. It’s an action-adventure game blending elements of games like Tomb Raider, Metroid, and God of War with Dark Souls — except you’re a Jedi with a lightsaber. Read our review.
$99
The original Superlight was one of its lightest gaming mice up you could buy until the release of the second-gen model. It remains a great mouse regardless, complete with a 25,600 DPI Hero sensor and a clean, minimalist design that features a single LED for displaying the battery level.
$90
The 2023 Amazon Fire HD 10 sports a 10.1-inch, 1080p display and 3GB of RAM, which is plenty if you’re streaming or browsing. It’s lighter than the last-gen model, too, and comes with support for both the Made for Amazon Stylus Pen and Amazon’s handwriting recognition technology.
$19
LifeStraw’s redesigned Peak Series Straw features a durable, leakproof design that’s great for backcountry treks. It can remove unwanted viruses, bacteria, and microplastics as you drink — just like the base model — but benefits from an increased flow rate and more premium materials.
$33
Mpowerd’s solar-powered string lights are perfect for camping or a backyard shindig. The 18-foot string can display six colors and last up to 15 hours on a single charge; the case also doubles as a charger, allowing you to top off your phone in a pinch.
$70
Anker’s MagGo Wireless Charging Station features a MagSafe charging stand, a Qi wireless charging pad, and an Apple Watch charger. It should charge all three devices at their top speed simultaneously, and comes with a 40W USB-C power adapter and cable.
$80
The Stream Deck Neo is a compact macro controller with eight LCD keys, which can be programmed to carry out various shortcuts on your computer. It also features a small information display and two capacitive buttons, allowing you to quickly navigate pages upon pages of macros.
$80
BioLite’s ultra-versatile Site Light kit come with six weatherproof bulbs, which can can illuminate up to 1,000 square feet when hung up or properly staked. You don’t need to bring a charger, either, as the included carrying case doubles as a solar charger for the lights.
$70
Apple’s AirTags are unobtrusive, waterproof, and tap into the massive Find My network for out-of-range locating. Read our original review.
$55
The 1080p camera on Ring’s latest Battery Doorbell has improved color night vision and a taller, head-to-toe field-of-view for package detection than the previous model. It also features better battery life and push-pin dismounting.
$97
The Kelty Low Loveseat is a sturdy, low-profile camp chair built for two. It features a steel frame, a padded seat, and extra-large cup holders for your drinks or gear. It also includes a padded roll-tote storage bag, making it easy to transport when it’s folded down.
$37
Sea to Summit’s small toiletry bag lets you keep all of your essentials close at hand for weekend getaways. It features a water–resistant fabric and a convenient hanging hook, along with internal mesh pockets so you can quickly find whatever it is you need.
$45
The 1080p Blink Outdoor 4 security camera offers support for motion detection, night vision, and two-way audio. There’s the option of local recording with the bundled Sync Module 2, and unlike the third-gen model, it supports person detection.
$75
The Fitbit Inspire 3 is a minimalist fitness band that delivers notifications and tracks your activity on a bright OLED screen. It lacks built-in GPS, contactless payments, and digital assistants, but offers a range of other excellent health and fitness tracking features. Read our impressions.
$99
The original Superlight was one of its lightest gaming mice up you could buy until the release of the second-gen model. It remains a great mouse regardless, complete with a 25,600 DPI Hero sensor and a clean, minimalist design that features a single LED for displaying the battery level.
$19
The newest Dragon Age title is a narrative masterstroke, where every decision you can make feels like it can impact the rest of your adventure. The biggest problem may be determining which path to take. Read our review.
$18
Unlike the free base subscription, AllTrails Plus grants access to offline maps and all sorts of real-time data, including light pollution and weather, as well as wrong-turn alerts to help you avoid any supposed “shortcuts.”
$12
Anker’s tiny USB-C wall charger can supply up to 30W of power, which is perfect for quickly charging your phone and other small electronics. And with foldable prongs, it’s easy to travel with.
Update, September 1st: Adjusted pricing / availability and added several new deals, including those for Anker’s Laptop Power Bank and the original Logitech G Pro X Superlight.
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