Best early Prime Day deals under $100 to shop in October 2024

Another Prime Day is almost here. Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event, sometimes called October Prime Day, commences on Oct. 8 and 9, but we're rounding up all the early deals we can spot ahead of those two days of deals. 

Also: The best October Prime Day deals you can shop right now

Whether you're looking to score on tablets, security cameras, or household odds and ends, or are just bored and want to shop around for nothing in particular, I've rounded up some notable deals you can purchase today for under $100.

In selecting these deals, I thought about which products were worth your while, based on the customer reviews, the substantiality of the deal itself, and whether or not the product was something ZDNET has tested for itself. Below you'll find deals on security cameras, headphones and earbuds, and even some home stuff. 

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Our favorite early Amazon October Prime Day deals under $100

Early Prime Day security camera deals: Ring, Blink, and Wyze

Ring/ZDNET Blink Outdoor Security Camera for $100 (save $75): Looking for a new security camera to watch over your home while you're away? This one is $75 off right now with 23,000 reviews on Amazon. Customers say it's a tough and durable camera.  Wyze security camera for $20 (save $10): This security camera is suitable for both indoor and outdoor surveillance. \ Ring indoor camera for $30 (save $30): Want to protect your small business or home? This indoor camera 1080p HD video and night color vision to see what's going on even in the wee hours of the night.  Digital camera for $40 (save $14): How is it that you always look better in photos taken on older cameras? I'm always on the hunt for a cheap camera I can take photos with (that isn't my iPhone, which sometimes delivers too high of quality pictures). 

Early Prime Day tablet deals: Amazon Fire models

Amazon/ZDNET Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet for $60 (save $70): Maybe you're in the market for an e-reader like a Kindle but don't want to spend Kindle-level money. This Amazon Fire Tablet connects to the Kindle app, so you can access your favorite novels, but you can also stream your favorite shows, check emails, and make Google searches.  Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet for $95 (save $85): This colorful tablet is protected in a sturdy kid-proof case that will keep your tablet intact and the games and shows running right when parenting becomes too overwhelming. The tablet is for kids between ages 3 and 7.  Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro Tabletfor $90 (save $60): The Kids Pro tablet is for children between the age of 6 and 12. You'll get age-appropriate content on this tablet, and a case is included. 

Early Prime Day audio deals under $100, JBL speakers, Sony headphones, and more

JBL/ZDNET JBL Flip 5 speaker for $90 (save $10): Take this waterproof, portable speaker to the beach or play it at your small, fall picnic in a park.  JBL Clip 5 portable speaker for $70 (save $10): This speaker is uber-portable, with a clip you can attach to a belt loop (as I've seen many a subway passenger blasting music from their own speaker do).  Soundcore P20i Wireless earbuds for $20 (save $20): Customers say the quality of these earbuds far exceeds their price tag.  Soundcore Q30 Headphones for $80 (save 20% with coupon): Soundcore is known for making audio products at affordable prices. The kicker is: Soundcore's products don't sound cheap. Customers say that these headphones exceeded their expectations.  Sony WH-CH720NB for $100 (save $48): Sony's headphones often cost a few hundred dollars, but these budget headphones only cost $100, and they're $48 off their original price right now. Expect great sound (since it's a Sony product, after all) and a comfortable build for all-day wear.  Sony WF-C700N earbuds for $85 (save $35): These earbuds come with Sony's signature sound and an IPX4 water resistance, so you can take a jog in the rain or sweat a whole bunch and not have to worry about water damage.

Early Prime Day home and office deals under $100: Nespresso, air fryers, and more

Nespresso/ZDNET Nespresso Vertuo Espresso Machine for $100 (save $50): Level up your lattes with this espresso machine from Nespresso that's only $100 right now. Unfortunately, a frother is not included.  Dreo Space Heater for $75: It might still be temperate near you, but wait a couple of weeks for the weather to cool. If you want to stay ahead of the imminent cold, get this space heater.  Orange and purple Halloween string lights for $17 (save $7): Get in the spooky spirit with these Halloween-themed lights for indoor or outdoor decoration.  HP DeskJet 4255e Wireless Printer for $70 (save $30): If you aren't interested in spending a whole lot on a printer, this one is only $60 and reportedly easy to set up and use. Some Amazon customers report connectivity issues though, so keep that in mind before purchasing.  Cosori Air Fryer for $90 (save $30): If you're sick of turning on your oven to cook fries and vegetables, get an air fryer instead. You can do everything from bake, broil, fry, proof, and more with this Cosori 9-in-1 kitchen device. 

Early Prime Day tech accessory deals

E-reader Page Controller for $16 (save $64): Use this page controller to easily flip between pages on an e-reader. 

Early Prime Day wellness tech deals 

Handheld massage gun for $28 (save $32): If a Theragun massage gun is too expensive for your budget, consider this highly-rated massage gun instead. 

FAQs

When is Amazon's October Prime Day 2024? 

Amazon's October Prime Day takes place on Oct. 8 and 9, though you can expect some products to be discounted a few days ahead of and after the deals event. 

Are products really cheaper on Prime Day? 

The short answer is: it depends. The long answer is that brands decide at what price they'd like to discount their products at, based on demand and availability. Sometimes they will inflate the price ahead of Prime Day to make discounts look more attractive than they actually are. But other times you will see products discounted well below their original price. When we see a good or rare deal on a loved piece of tech, whether that's AirPods or a TV, we try to call it out through our Prime Day coverage. We'll also do our best to tell you whether something is worth your money based on our own experience with the product and customer reviews. 

How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?

ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.