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The best deals under $50 at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day

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Amazon Prime Day is coming later this summer. But if you're trying to pick up a gift immediately, or just want to find something fun to brighten your day, you should know that there are plenty of great deals on Amazon right now. Here are our favorite Amazon sale finds under $50.


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Amazon gift card deal that's like getting money for free: Spend $50, get a $10 credit

Best waterproof speaker value under $40: JBL Clip 3 waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker, $40

Smart light price drop: Kasa Smart Light Strip (6.6 foot), $40 (reduced from $70)


From a smart thermostat that will save you money on your energy bills to smart watches to bagel guillotines (gadgets that help slice your breakfast every morning), here are our favorite under $50 finds on Amazon. But hurry -- these deals may not last until Prime Day.

Best finds under $50 at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day

Be sure to sign up for an Amazon Prime free 30-day trial if you're not a member already, so you can be ready for Amazon Prime Day, score free shipping and access all the other great Amazon Prime perks.

Want to see Amazon's top picks for gifts under $50? Tap the button below to go straight to Amazon's own recommendations.

Amazon gift card deal: Spend $50, get a $10 credit

Amazon graduation gift card
Amazon

Amazon's best gift card deal is back. Now through June 24, first-time Amazon gift card buyers will get a $10 Amazon credit when they spend $50 or more on gift cards in a single transaction. Be sure to use the code USEGC222 at checkout. (Wait three days for the credit to appear on your Amazon account.)

Amazon gift cards make a great gift for grads, especially when they're gifted in the free specialty gift box seen here.

Amazon gift card deal: Spend $50, get a $10 credit



Amazfit Bip U smart watch: $42 (save $18)

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Amazon

Proving that you don't need to spend nearly $400 just to get a good smart watch, the water-resistant Amazfit Bip U features more than 60 sports modes plus heart rate, blood oxygen, menstrual cycle and sleep tracking. The 4.2-star-rated watch boasts a 1.43-inch HD screen (320 x 302 pixel) and 9-day battery life. It's compatible with iOS 10.0 and Android 5.0 or higher smart phones.

Amazfit Bip U smart watch, $42 (reduced from $60)


Roku Streaming Stick 4K: $46 (save $4)

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Amazon

Love your new 4K TV, but hate the stock operating system that comes with it? Upgrade your streaming experience with the easy-to-use Roku Streaming Stick 4K. It boasts fast startup times, a voice remote and access to plenty of free streaming channels. Plus, its stick-based design hides behind your TV, so it won't clutter your entertainment center.

Roku Streaming Stick 4K, $46 (reduced from $50)


Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K: $35 (save $15)

Fire TV Stick 4K
Amazon

Amazon's in-house streaming platform is Fire TV. This 4K device comes with an Alexa voice remote and supports Dolby Atmos Audio. Normally priced at $50, you can currently get your own 4K Fire TV Stick for $35 ahead of Amazon Prime Day -- a savings of $15.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, $35 (reduced from $50)


Wyze Pan Cam: $40 (save $10)

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Amazon

Keep an eye on your home when you're away with the Wyze Pan Cam. Unlike some other connected home security cameras, the 1080p Wyze Pan Cam rotates 360 degrees left to right, and features a 93-degree vertical range, to capture action all over the room it's in. The camera also offers color night vision, two-way audio and motion and sound detection. 

Wyze Pan Cam, $40 (reduced from $50)


JBL Clip 3 waterproof Bluetooth speaker: $40 (save $10)

JBL CLIP 3
Amazon

The JBL Clip 3 waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker streams high-quality sound from your phone or tablet via Bluetooth, and easily attaches to a backpack. It makes a great Bluetooth speaker to take to the beach or pool.

JBL Clip 3 waterproof Bluetooth speaker, $40 (reduced from $50)


Amazon Smart Thermostat: Free after rebate (save $60)

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Amazon

Save money on your air-conditioning bills this summer with an Energy Star certified, voice-controlled Amazon Smart Thermostat. (A C-wire is required for installation.)

Yes, this item retails for more than $50 on Amazon. But here's the trick: Your utility company may offer a rebate on smart thermostats, making this purchase entirely free. See Amazon's website for more details.

Amazon Smart Thermostat, $60


Amazon Echo Dot: $28 (save $22)

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Amazon

This round Amazon Echo smart speaker is the latest model. Use it to voice-control your home, make calls hands-free, ask Alexa to play music or set an alarm, and more. It's on discount now ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

Amazon Echo Dot, $35 (reduced from $50)


Kasa Smart Light Strip: $40 (save $30)

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Amazon

You can save big on the Kasa Smart Light Strip at Amazon right now. Great for adding dramatic flair to any room (or adding a backlight to your TV), this 6.6-foot strip features millions of dimmable colors and voice controls. There's a 4-pronged connector on the end of the strip, so you can increase the length up to 33 feet. You can also trim the strip along the marked lines for a perfect, custom fit.

(More Kasa smart-home products are on sale at Amazon right now, including the Kasa smart light bulb 2 pack ($17 after coupon) and the Kasa Smart Plug Mini 4 pack ($25) and the Kasa 2K HD Smart Baby Monitor ($32).)

Kasa Smart Light Strip (6.6 foot), $40 (reduced from $70)

Kasa Smart Light Bulb (2 pack), $17 after coupon (reduced from $25)


Dash Tasti-Crisp mini air fryer: $50 (save $10)

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Amazon

If you want the convenience of air frying, but don't have the counter space for yet another kitchen appliance, check out the 4.6-star-rated Dash Tasti-Crisp 2.6-quart air fryer. Amazon reviewers rave about it, noting that it's the perfect size for a one- or two-person household. The white version is on sale for $10 off right now at Amazon.

(Not the right air fryer for you? Check out our rundown of the best air fryer deals on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day.)

Dash Tasti-Crisp mini air fryer, $50 (reduced from $60)


The Original Bagel Guillotine: $22 (save $4)

Hoan The Original Bagel Guillotine
Amazon

Looking for something to pair that cup of coffee with? You can make every day a bagel day with this bagel guillotine, which cuts bagels without squishing them. Find this handy device in four colors.

The Original Bagel Guillotine, $22 (reduced from $26)


Crest 3D Whitestrips teeth whitening kit: $39 (save $16)

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Amazon

Why wait until Amazon Prime Day to give yourself a sparkling smile? This pack of 40 Crest whitestrips -- that's 20 treatments in total -- promises to get your teeth 18 levels whiter in just 20 days. Plus, it's safe on enamel.

Crest 3D Whitestrips teeth whitening kit, $39 (reduced from $55)


Off Topic adult party game: $25 (save $15)

Off Topic Adult Party Game
Amazon

To play this game, a card is drawn to set the topics, and a die is rolled to set the letter everyone's responses must begin with. The fun begins when everyone debates their (sometimes ridiculous) answers. Because rounds pass quickly and it's so easy to play, Off Topic is a great game for people who aren't usually into game night.

Off Topic adult party game, $25 after coupon (reduced from $40)


More Amazon finds under $50

These Amazon find aren't on sale right now, but they still make great gifts under $50.

LapGear home office lap desk

LapGear Home Office Lap Desk
Amazon

This cushioned lap desk will upgrade any working-from-bed situation, thanks to its durable surface, phone slot and mouse pad. 

LapGear home office lap desk, $40


Corkcicle coffee mug

Corkcicle Coffee Mug
Amazon

The Corkcicle 16-ounce, triple-insulated stainless steel cup is an excellent gift for the coffee drinker on the go. 

Corkcicle coffee mug, $35


Coffee Beanery coffee gift set

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Coffee Beanery via Amazon

Looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves coffee? This 4.6-star-rated gift set from Michigan-based Coffee Beanery features 12 single-pot coffee samplers (1.75 oz. each, makes about four cups) in a gift box. Flavors include Breakfast Blend, Chocolate Raspberry, S'mores, Michigan Cherry and more.

Coffee Beanery coffee gift set (12 pc.), $41


Capri Blue Volcano candle

Capri Blue Scented Candle
Amazon

Find this Anthropologie-favorite candle at Amazon in a white glass. Its tropical-fruit-and-sugared-citrus scent is an escape to warmer climes.

Capri Blue Volcano candle, $34


Ecowish Sherpa jacket

ECOWISH Sherpa Jacket
Amazon

Cozy up in this faux shearling teddy coat that's available in a range of colors.

Ecowish Sherpa jacket, $30 and up


Goodthreads soft cotton quarter-zip sweater

Goodthreads Soft Cotton Quarter Zip Sweater
Amazon

Buy them this affordable, 100% cotton quarter-zip in every hue. It has ribbing at the collar and comes in 18 colors. 

Goodthreads soft cotton quarter-zip sweater, $10 and up


When is Amazon Prime Day 2022?

Amazon has announced that it will hold its annual Amazon Prime Day sale in July 2022. While an exact date has not been announced, traditionally, Amazon holds its Prime Day event in mid-to-late July. If this scheduling holds true, it would suggest that Prime Day 2022 will be held Monday, July 18 through Tuesday, July 19, 2022.

Be sure to check back here for the latest info on the Amazon Prime Day 2022 dates.

We think Amazon Prime Day 2022 is going to have some great deals, but you don't have to wait until July to find them. Amazon is slashing prices on a bunch of products right now. To see Amazon's best deals, check out our articles on the best deals on Apple products at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best luggage and travel essentials deals on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best JBL deals at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on robot vacuums at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on Ring security cameras at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on headphones and earbuds ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on laptops at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on furniture at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on Dyson vacuums at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on coffee makers at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day, the best deals on Instant Pots on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day and the best deals on air fryers at Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

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