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My Walmart Black Friday Strategy That Saves Me Hundreds Every Single Year
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items Every November I used to panic-buy random doorbusters, haul bags of stuff home, then return half of it by December 3rd. Sound familiar? After one year where I spent $600 and kept maybe $200 worth of stuff, I built a system — specific products I watch...
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Kitchen Deals I Actually Use Year-Round
TV Doorbusters Worth Waking Up For
Laptop and Tablet Deals That Hold Up Past January
Toys I Grab Before They Sell Out by 6am
Small Appliance Steals for Under $50
Bedding and Home Comfort Worth Stockpiling
Kitchen Deals I Actually Use Year-Round
Two years ago I bought a waffle maker on Black Friday that collected dust for 14 months straight. Now I only grab kitchen stuff I already know I'll use weekly — here's what survived the cut.
Grab this one if your morning smoothies currently sound like a jet engine and take forever. Switched from a cheap blender and the difference hit me the first morning — ice crushed in three seconds flat. Black Friday price usually drops hard, so don't...
Ninja Professional Plus 72-Oz Blender
Keep your eye on this starting mid-November — it always gets a deep cut. Perfect for anyone who gets home at 6pm and needs dinner by 6:30. I threw my slow cooker in a donation bin after two weeks with this thing.
Instant Pot Duo Mini 3-Quart, Electric Pressure Cooker
Snag this if your counter space is basically nonexistent. Fits in spots where a regular Keurig won't, and the Black Friday bundle usually includes a pod variety pack. Paid $49 two years ago when it was normally $110 — still going strong every morning...
Keurig K-Slim Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
Toss this in your cart without thinking twice — it's already cheap but Black Friday knocks a few more bucks off. For anyone still cooking eggs on scratched-up nonstick pans that flake mystery coating into your breakfast, this fixes that permanently.
Lodge, Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet, 10.25 inch, Black
TV Doorbusters Worth Waking Up For
Most Black Friday TVs are stripped-down models made specifically for the sale. Took me getting burned on a no-name 55-inch that died in eight months to learn which ones are actually the real deal.
Use this as your main living room TV if you don't want to spend four figures. Picture quality genuinely surprised me — watched the entire NFL season on it and never once thought about upgrading. Usually drops below $200 on Black Friday which is wild.
TCL, 55” Class S4 4K UHD HDR Smart TV with Roku TV
Try this for a bedroom or guest room setup. Not the fanciest panel on earth but for the price point on Black Friday it's honestly silly not to grab one. My parents have had theirs for three years without a single issue.
"Hisense 50"" 4K UHD LED Roku Smart TV HDR R6 Series
Pair this with a decent soundbar and you've got a setup that looks like you spent way more than you did. Black Friday usually shaves $150+ off. For anyone whose current TV still has thick bezels from 2017 — it's time.
Samsung 65" Crystal UHD SMART 4K TV -CU7000 Series
Grab this alongside whatever TV you pick because built-in TV speakers are a crime. Dialogue finally sounds clear — no more turning subtitles on for every single movie. The wireless subwoofer actually thumps without annoying the neighbors.
VIZIO V-Series 2.1 Home Theater Sound Bar with DTS
Laptop and Tablet Deals That Hold Up Past January
Bought a doorbusted laptop once that could barely run two Chrome tabs. Now I check the actual specs before anything else — processor, RAM, storage. These are the ones where the discount is real and the hardware isn't garbage.
Snag this if you need a solid everyday laptop for browsing, spreadsheets, and streaming. Black Friday pricing usually puts it under $300 which is absurd for the specs. Bought one for my college-age nephew and he still uses it daily two years later.
Lenovo, IdeaPad 1, 15.6 inch, Windows Laptop, Abyss Blue
Keep checking the price starting early November — it usually gets a quiet rollback before the official sale even starts. For anyone whose old iPad takes 45 seconds to open Safari, this is the year to finally swap. Pencil support makes it double as a ...
Apple iPad 10.9", WiFi, 64GB, 10th Generation, Silver
Try this for kids or anyone who literally just needs email, YouTube, and Google Docs. Battery lasts forever and it boots up in about six seconds. Under $150 on Black Friday most years — hard to find a reason not to.
HP Chromebook 14" Laptop, Intel Celeron N4120
Switch to this if you want an Android tablet that doesn't feel like a toy. Solid screen for reading and streaming, decent speakers for the size. Usually bundled with a case during Black Friday which saves you another $30.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A9 (64GB, 4GB) 8.7" Wi-Fi Only
Toys I Grab Before They Sell Out by 6am
Nothing is worse than telling your kid they're getting something and then watching it vanish from every shelf in America. These are the ones I add to cart at midnight — hesitation costs you here.
Grab this early because LEGO sets disappear faster than anything else on Black Friday. Three builds in one box keeps kids busy way longer than a single-build set. Bought it for my 8-year-old and he rebuilt it differently every weekend for two months ...
LEGO, Deep Sea Creatures 3 in 1, 230 Pieces, Age 7+
Snag this the second you see the price drop — I watched it sell out in under two hours last year. If you've got a kid who's been asking for this since September, Black Friday is genuinely the only time the price makes sense. Assembly takes about an h...
Customer reviews for Barbie Dreamhouse Pool Party Doll
Get this for any car-obsessed kid and watch their face — worth every penny. Stands like three feet tall so make sure you have floor space. Black Friday usually knocks $30-40 off which makes the sting of stepping on tiny cars at 2am slightly more bear...
Hot Wheels Let's Race Ultimate Garage
Toss this in your cart as a stocking stuffer or birthday party backup gift. Cheap enough that buying two makes sense. For anyone with a toddler who eats real Play-Doh — yes, the included colors still taste terrible, I've been told.
Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Ultimate Ice Cream Truck, 1 Size
Small Appliance Steals for Under $50
Black Friday is when I replace every small appliance that's been slowly dying. The toaster that only browns one side, the iron that leaks — you know the ones. These prices make it painless.
Ditch your current toaster if it takes three cycles to toast a bagel. This one handles thick bread without jamming and costs practically nothing during Black Friday. Bought mine four years ago and it still toasts evenly every single morning.
Hamilton Beach 2-Slice Toaster with Extra-Wide Slots
Use this if you've been avoiding ironing because your current iron spits water all over your clothes. Grabbed this the night before a job interview two years ago and my shirt looked professionally pressed. Usually under $30 during the sale.
Black & Decker Steam Advantage Iron
Try this for dorm rooms, tiny apartments, or anyone who just makes one smoothie at a time. Takes up barely any counter space and blends frozen fruit without complaining. At Black Friday prices it's basically the cost of two smoothie shop trips.
Ninja Fit 16-Oz Personal Blender, Portable
Keep this one in your back pocket for meal prep Sundays. Fits a whole chicken inside, dead simple to use — no digital buttons to confuse anyone. My mom has owned the same model for like a decade and refuses to let me upgrade her.
Crock-Pot Manual 7-Quart Slow Cooker, Black
Bedding and Home Comfort Worth Stockpiling
Sheets and blankets are boring to buy but Black Friday pricing on good ones is genuinely the lowest all year. Replaced everything in my house over two Black Fridays and my bed finally feels like a hotel.
Snag three or four of these — they're so cheap during Black Friday that it doesn't make sense to buy just one. Drape them on every couch, keep one in the car. For anyone who's always the cold person reaching for a blanket at 8pm, stock up now.
Mainstays Cozy Plush Throw Blanket, Abstract Leopard
Swap out your scratchy sheets before winter hits. These feel noticeably softer than anything else at this price point and they hold up wash after wash. Bought my first set three Black Fridays ago and they're still on my bed right now.
Better Homes & Gardens 4-Piece 400 Thread Count Cotton
Get this if your mattress is fine but not great. Threw it on top of my existing mattress and the difference that first night was immediate — woke up without the usual lower back stiffness. Way cheaper than buying a whole new mattress.
Shop Serta Mattress Pads and Toppers
Try these before spending $80 on a single fancy pillow. They're firm enough to support side sleepers but not so dense that your neck hurts. Bought a two-pack for $25 on Black Friday and genuinely sleep better than when I had expensive ones.
(2 pack) Beckham Hotel Collection Customizable Down
Clothing Deals I Wish I'd Known About Sooner
Didn't realize until year three that Walmart's clothing brands actually got decent. Black Friday pricing on basics means I restock socks, thermals, and loungewear all at once instead of paying full price in January when I actually need them.
Grab a pack or two and retire those undershirts with the stretched-out collars. These stay tucked, don't shrink weird after washing, and Black Friday pricing makes each shirt cost less than a coffee. Restock annually — future you will appreciate it.
Fruit of the Loom Men's Crew Neck T-Shirt Undershirts
Wear these from November through March without shame. Soft enough for couch days, put-together enough for grocery runs. Bought two pairs last Black Friday and they became my entire winter wardrobe. Multiple colors so grab a few.
Athletic Works Women's and Women's Plus Super Soft
Snag a pair for yourself and another as a gift — these are the slippers people actually keep wearing. Memory foam insole doesn't flatten out after a month like cheaper ones do. Perfect for anyone whose feet hit cold hardwood every morning.
Dearfoams Women's Slipper Memory Foam Black M (7-8)
Switch to these if your current jeans feel like cardboard. The flex material actually moves with you — I wore them on a six-hour road trip and didn't feel strangled once. Black Friday usually drops them to around $15 which is insane for jeans this co...
Wrangler Men's and Big Men's Relaxed Fit Jeans with Flex
Stocking Stuffers That Don't Feel Cheap
Finding stocking stuffers that people actually want is surprisingly hard. Nobody needs another candy cane or random lip balm. These are small enough to fit in a stocking but good enough that people actually use them past December 26th.
Toss this into any coffee drinker's stocking. Keeps drinks hot for hours and the trigger lid means no spills in the car. Way more personal than a gift card and at Black Friday pricing it's under $15 — everyone on your list could get one.
Classic trigger travel mug 500ml 500ml/16oz Emerald
Bring home a couple packs because every single gift that needs batteries will need them Christmas morning. Nothing kills the vibe faster than a kid opening a toy and having no batteries. Black Friday price is usually dirt cheap — just do it.
Energizer MAX Double A Alkaline Batteries (24 Pack)
Get this for anyone who's been using the same crusty makeup brushes since college. Soft bristles, decent handles, and the price during Black Friday makes it feel like stealing. My sister got these from me two years ago and still uses them daily.
EcoTools, Makeup Brush Set, 5 Piece, Luxe Collection
Snag this for the person whose phone dies at 2pm every day. Small enough to fit in a pocket, powerful enough to fully charge a phone twice. I carry mine everywhere and it's saved me at airports more times than I can count.
Anker, Power Bank, 10000mAh, USB-C Fast Charging, Black
Cleaning Supplies I Buy in Bulk Every November
Nobody talks about Black Friday cleaning deals but the prices on stuff you're going to buy anyway drop significantly. I do one massive haul every year and don't buy cleaning supplies again until spring.
Try this if you've been avoiding mopping because dragging out a bucket feels like punishment. Quick enough to use on a Tuesday night without it becoming a whole event. Black Friday bundles usually include extra pads which makes the deal even better.
Swiffer Wet Jet Mop, Floor Cleaner for Wood, Laminate, Tile
Use the Black Friday price drop to stock up — you're going to buy laundry detergent anyway so you might as well save $8. One tub lasts my family of three about two and a half months. No measuring, no mess, just toss and go.
Tide, Liquid Laundry Detergent Pacs, 81 count, Original scent
Keep these in every bathroom, the kitchen, and your car. Black Friday pricing on the big value pack is genuinely the cheapest per-wipe cost all year. For anyone who reaches for a wipe and finds an empty container — buy the big one and stop running ou...
Great Value Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon and Fresh Scent
Swap this in for whatever chemical-smelling spray is under your sink right now. Smells like an actual plant instead of a science lab. Grabbed two bottles last Black Friday and my kitchen smelled better for months. Surprisingly effective on grease too...
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday Cleaner Lavender
Gift Sets That Save Me From Last-Minute Panic
December 23rd used to be my personal nightmare — running around stores grabbing random stuff for people I forgot. Now I grab these gift sets on Black Friday, stash them in a closet, and coast through the entire holiday season stress-free.
Grab one for every guy on your list who's hard to shop for — body wash, deodorant, and body spray in one box. Looks like you put thought into it even though it took 30 seconds to toss in your cart. Black Friday pricing makes buying multiples painless...
Old Spice Holiday Gift Pack for Men, Swagger Scent
Get this for coworker gift exchanges, teachers, or anyone you like but don't know well enough to get something personal. Presentation looks way more expensive than it is. Bought five last Black Friday and had backup gifts ready for every surprise exc...
Dove Holiday Gift Sets
Snag a few of these because someone always pops up on your gift list that you forgot about. Three scents in one box means you're covered. For anyone who's ever wrapped a random mug from their own cabinet on December 24th — this prevents that.
Yankee Candle Holiday Candle Set - 5.0 oz x 3 pack
Try this for the person who keeps talking about self-care but never buys anything for themselves. Eight different oils in a nice box — diffuser blends, bath drops, whatever they want. Looks thoughtful, costs almost nothing on Black Friday, and people...
ArtNaturals Essential Oils in Aromatherapy