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You’ll be pleased to hear that Black Friday – aka the biggest and best shopping event of the year – has finally arrived and a bunch of our favourite brand and retailers have outdone themselves for 2021.
The shopping bonanza offers you the chance to snap up a saving on everything from TVs, games consoles and laptops to home appliances, beauty products and mattresses from the likes of Amazon, John Lewis & Partners, Argos, Currys, Boots and Apple. It really is the best time of year to find a deal, and of course, make a dent in your Christmas shopping lists.
In order to help you grab a bargain during the mammoth sales bonanza, our team of expert IndyBest deal-hunters are on hand to find you the best offers throughout the sale. We’ve already seen some standout deals on everything from Dyson’s vacuum cleaners to a whopping deal on a Nintendo Switch console bundle, but will continue to reveal the hottest offers as soon as they drop. Happy shopping!
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We’ve got the lowdown on the best Black Friday TV deals 2021
07:00 , Daisy Lester
Black Friday is synonymous with heavily discounted televisions.While the sight of shoppers brawling over a cheap Sony Bravia is thankfully a thing of the past, the very best Black Friday TV deals are still highly sought-after online.
Most of the big retailers, including Amazon, AO, Currys and Very, have all heavily discounted some of their bestselling TVs by hundreds of pounds. Throughout Black Friday 2021, we’ll be here to bring you shopping advice and expert guidance on navigating the retail mayhem, all from the relative safety of your sofa. Our experts will be rounding up the best Black Friday deals as they happen and we’ve already found a bunch of eye-catching offers, which we’ve compiled in our handy round-up.
We’ve found the best Black Friday deals on TVs from Samsung, LG and more
Rest easy with these Black Friday deals on mattresses
06:45 , Daisy Lester
One particularly pricey item that you can save on during the Black Friday sales is mattresses, with popular brands including Simba, Emma, Eve and Dormeo cutting their prices considerably during the sale event – some by up to 50 per cent.
If you need a better night’s kip, why not save hundreds of pounds on your next bed in a box this Black Friday? To make it easier for you, we’ve compiled a guide to the best mattress deals, so you can sleep easy knowing your new mattress will be that bit more pocket friendly. Happy snoozing.
Get a good night’s rest with the best Black Friday mattress deals
Deal-hunting is hungry work, these are the best Black Friday food deals
06:30 , Daisy Lester
We get it, shopping is hungry work. So if you’re looking for a deal on your next dinner, we’ve got you sorted:
Our eyes are on Pasta Evangelists – a pasta subscription service that featured in our review of the best – is offering you 40 per cent off your first order, plus a free charcuterie board and cocktails for two. All you need to do is enter “VIP40” at the checkout
Just Eat is catering to your needs by slashing the price of popular restaurants, including Greggs, Pret and Frankie & Benny’s, by 25 per cent off
UberEats has wide range of offers and deals on its app, depending on the restaurant
Finally, there’s 50 per cent off the six-piece family feast at KFC if you order via the app
Everything you need to know for Black Friday 2021
06:15 , Daisy Lester
We’re now in the second day of the mammoth sale that this year, takes place between 26 November through to Cyber Monday on 29 November. Bargain hunters can shop offers on a whole host of big-ticket items including laptops, TVs, smartphones, Apple products and Amazon ereaders throughout the weekend-long sale.
To help you stay up to date with all the very latest information on the event, we’ve created this comprehensive guide as your go-to resource for Black Friday 2021. Here are the best deals available to shop right now, and the answers to all your questions about the event.
Your ultimate guide to the best Black Friday deals to shop right now
Good morning Black Friday shoppers
06:00 , Daisy Lester
Welcome back The Independent’s rolling coverage of the Black Friday sales where we’ll be bringing you all the best deals and discounts as they drop – from tech, TVs and laptops to home appliances, fashion and beauty. It’s now the second day of the sale and retailers are ramping up their deals.
Whether you’re looking to save on Zara, an Apple MacBook or Dyson vacuum, we’ll be handpicking deals throughout the day so you’re in the right place to bag a bargain. Happy shopping!
Save on big-name brands in Currys Black Friday sale
05:00 , Daisy Lester
The Currys Black Friday sale 2021 is here and you can save on a whole host of products including coffee machines, headphones, air fryers and tablets, meaning you’re truly spoiled for choice.
Plus, don’t forget the retailer also has a “price promise” initiative, which means it will match the cost of products it finds stocked cheaper at other major retailers. We’re here to save you from hours of scrolling with our pick of the best deals to shop right now, which we will be updating throughout the mammoth shopping event as more offers are added to Currys’s stellar sale.
Grab a bargain on TVs, laptops and more in the Currys Black Friday sale
Shop these Apple Black Friday deals in iPhones, MacBooks and more
04:00 , Daisy Lester
While tech juggernaut Apple is known for its blasé attitude to big-ticket sale events – with discounts on the latest iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches nearly impossible to find – that doesn’t mean there isn’t a deal to be had, because a number of Apple’s products were discounted last year via third-party retailers.
So far, we’ve seen reductions from Three, Very, Sky, Currys and Amazon on the iPhone 13, iPhone 12 pro, the iPad mini, MacBooks, Beats headphones and more. To save you scrolling, we’ve rounded up all the best savings below – you can thank us later.
These are the best Black Friday Apple deals to shop now
The best tech deals for Black Friday 2021
03:00 , Daisy Lester
Black Friday is here and with it, a bunch of offers on tech and gaming with myriad more deals dropping daily – from earbuds and laptops to TVs and smart speakers.
The Indybest team will be here to help keep you updated on all of the best Black Friday tech deals from brands like Apple, Dyson and Samsung, plus deals from retailers including John Lewis & Partners, Currys, Argos, Amazon and plenty more. Check out our tech guide below for all the best Black Friday deals to snap up now.
We’ve found the best Black Friday tech deals to shop now
In need of a break? We’ve found the best Black Friday holiday deals
02:00 , Daisy Lester
If you’ve found 2021 a bit much and are looking to escape to a far-flung destination in 2022, then you’re in luck because we’ve spotted some whopping early Black Friday deals on Secret Escapes.
Secret Escapes The Residence, Maldives: Was £1,139 a night, now £581, Secretescapes.com
While a bucket-list destination for many, if you’re dreaming of a tranquil break then the Maldives is the answer. The Residence hotel has slashed the price of its nightly rate by nearly half for dates in January and February 2022. You’ll get breakfast and dinner included in the package, and of course, the accommodation looks sublime – we’re talking private decks and freestanding bathtubs, with fabulous views out over the lagoon.
If the Maldives isn’t what you’re after, our expert travel team have rounded up all the best early Black Friday holiday deals to book now:
We found the best early Black Friday travel deals with Secret Escapes
Save on Ugg slippers this Black Friday
01:00 , Daisy Lester
Ugg oh yeah slide: Was £80, now £63.99, Ugg.com
Shoes don’t get much more comfier than Uggs, especially in slipper form, and you can save more than 20 per cent right now on this pair of oh yeah slides as part of the brand’s huge Black Friday sale. The very similar fluff yeah slides earned a spot in our round-up of the best slippers, where our reviewer said: “Although a little over the top, we were obsessed from the moment we put them on, and they instantly put a smile on our face every time we wore them thereafter.” They also lauded them as “undeniably soft and cosy”, and, thanks to the elasticated band, there’s “no sliding around”.
Snap up Xbox ‘Fifa 21’ for under £5 at Currys right now
23:59 , Daisy Lester
Any football fan will be thrilled to get an edition of Fifa in their Christmas stocking this year. For Black Friday, Currys is offering a huge £20 off the popular game meaning you can pick it up for just £4.97.
Xbox ‘Fifa 2021’: Was £24.97, now £4.97, Currys.co.uk
With more ways to play and more locations to choose from, look forward to a true-to-life footballing experience. Players are capable of higher-level decision making, so you can flex your creativity on the pitch, while new developments in career mode allow you to lead your team to the top with upgraded matches, transfers and training.
You can also bag EA’s latest Fifa 22 edition (was £59.99, now £37.99, Amazon.co.uk) for less this Black Friday thanks to Amazon which is offering the game up with a saving of 37 per cent.
Gamers, ‘Fifa 22’ is down to just £37.99 this Black Friday
Save on our favourite teeth whitening strips this Black Friday
23:45 , Daisy Lester
Spotlight Oral Care teeth whitening system strips: Was £40, now £26.66, Boots.com
This brand was crowned IndyBest best buy for its teeth-whitening kit, and now Boots has more than £13 off the strips. Our tester gave them a rave review, saying that although wearing them for an hour was “irritating at first”, they were “more than worth the discomfort” as they were “the best we tried, giving us the beginnings of a glowing smile after two days without any sensitivity”. Ting!
Peloton’s Black Friday sale will put you in a spin
23:30 , Daisy Lester
The New York-based fitness company has taken the world by storm thanks to its high-tech at-home spin bikes, which are loved by the likes of Barack and Michelle Obama and Leonardo DiCaprio. And now for Black Friday, it has launched a rare sale that means you can get the all-new Peloton bike+ (was £2,295, now £1,995, Onepeloton.co.uk) for less.
Peloton bike+: Was £2,295, now £1,995, Onepeloton.co.uk
When it comes to Peloton, stellar deals are hard to come by – but the price of the brand’s bike+ has now been slashed by £300. Featuring in our review of the best exercise bikes, our tester appreciated its large screen size, “so you can feel more involved in whatever class you’ve decided on”, while the boosted surround sound offered “ear munching volume and clarity”. They also loved the exercise classes, which are “high in quality and intensity”, and the upbeat instructors provide “the perfect amount of motivation needed”.
Get an extra 15% on the already huge Asos sale across clothing and gifts
23:15 , Daisy Lester
Asos is your one-stop shop for clothing, footwear and accessories brands across menswear and womenswear. The spectacular savings weekend offers bargain hunters big reductions, which this year is seriously impressive with up to 95 per cent off. Yes, you read that right. From 25 November, the fashion site was offering 80 per cent off, and now an extra 15 per cent has been added when you use the code “BFDEAL15” at checkout. You just need to spend £30 or more to be able to use the code. To find the highest discounts, go to the sale and filter by discount percentage.
Asos Design Rochelle leather platform boots, camel: Was £85, now £42.50, Asos.com
There’s a 50 per cent saving to be had right now on this Seventies-inspired platforms thanks to Asos. Earning a spot in our round-up of the best women’s boots, our reviewer lauded them as “an instant outfit-maker on a night out.” They added that: “The camel colourway is a versatile shade that goes with most things in your wardrobe, while the ankle-grazing fit means they work well with kick flares if you’re opting for a truly 1970s-style look.”
Discover more fashion Black Friday deals from Asos plus plenty others in our round-up
Hoover up these Dyson deals on vacuums
23:08 , Daisy Lester
Dyson V8 animal: Was £299, now £199, Currys.co.uk
Calling all pet owners, this nifty vacuum is reduced to less than £200 right now. While we’re yet to review this exact model, the similar Dyson V11 animal (£499, Ao.com) took the top spot in our guide to the best pet vacuum cleaners. Our writer praised its weight, which makes it “easy to use all over the home” (the V8 is actually lighter), and its superb suction, clearing up “even the most matted sections of animal hair in just one sweep”. As discounts on Dyson vacuums are popular, we think this will sell out fast, so add it to your basket now.
Dyson V11 absolute cordless vacuum cleaner: Was £599.99, now £439.99, Argos.co.uk
As well as fans and hair-styling tools, Dyson is renowned for its vacuums – but they don’t come cheap. Luckily for us, Argos has slashed the price on the V11 absolute model by £160 in its Black Friday sale. The appliance came out on top over the Dyson V7 model in our head-to-head review, with our tester saying it “is the best cordless vacuum we’ve tried and moreover, is quite unlike anything else on the market”. They added: “It lasts longer on a single run, is more automated and has more features… In short, the V11 is the crème-de-la-crème of cordless vacs.” It’s a no brainer really.
Looking for a Fitbit? We’ve found two great deals at Currys
23:00 , Daisy Lester
Fitbit versa 2 with Amazon Alexa: Was £159, now £99, Currys.co.uk
A cult favourite among gym-goers, runners, and cyclists, Fitbit is a go-to brand for fitness trackers, and Currys is currently offering a saving of £60 on the versa 2 device. When our writer reviewed the wearable for our round-up of the best fitness trackers, they praised it as a great alternative to the Apple Watch if you don’t have an iPhone. “It works similarly to the Fitbit charge 3, including a similar range of workouts, but has a large, colour screen,” they said.
Fitbit sense: Was £279, now £189, Currys.co.uk
Thanks to the Currys Black Friday sale, you can save nearly £100 on one of Fitbit’s bestselling wearables. Taking the crown in our round-up of the best Fitbits, the sense seriously impressed our reviewer who said it was “one of the best all-round smartwatches we’ve tried”. They added: “It has the most comprehensive scope of health features in both the Fitbit range and potentially in the smartwatch market full stop.”
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Get your Lego fix with these Black Friday deals
22:30 , Daisy Lester
Star wars AT-AT: Was £721.98, now £699.99, Lego.com
Star Wars fans of all ages won’t want to miss out on this faithful rendition of the AT-AT, which starred in the iconic scene from The Empire Strikes Back. Featuring posable legs and head, nine members of the Star Wars gang are included, including Luke Skywalker (who hangs from a cable, just like in the film) and General Veers, while other highlights include rotating cannons, a bomb-drop hatch and a fully posable cockpit. And best of all is that you can now snap up a free Luke Skywalker’s Lightsaber worth £21.99 with every purchase.
Lego Harry Potter Fawkes Dumbledore’s phoenix set: Was £35, now £23, Argos.co.uk
Loyal and intelligent, Dumbledore’s trusty phoenix companion never left the Hogwarts headmaster’s side. And now, kids aged 10 and up can see the fiery feathered friend come to life with this Argos-exclusive model that has a third off. Fawkes looks life-like with a powerful beak and realistic “flying” wings powered by a hand-turned mechanism. Containing 597 Lego pieces, it measures more than 24cm from beak to tail.
The best Black Friday mattress deals 2021 in the UK
22:15 , Daisy Lester
Looking to improve your sleep and save hundreds on a new bed-in-a-box? Well there’s no better time than Black Friday. Popular brands including Simba, Emma, Eve and Dormeo have all cut their prices by as much as 50 per cent and you can sleep easy as our IndyBest team is on hand to bring you all the best discounts available right now.
Eve premium hybrid mattress, double: Was £978, now £782, Evesleep.co.uk
“The Eve premium hybrid is our favourite of the new generation bed-in-a-box options,” noted our writer in our review of the best mattresses. It performed so well that it took the top spot in our guide, with our tester adding that they “noticed a more luxurious feel” with this bed than with the others they tested. The durability is “outstanding”, so it should last you longer than other mattresses, and “it also gets 10 out of 10 from us on breathability, comfort and support, being just slightly firmer than medium”. It really is “a brilliant all-rounder”.
Emma hybrid mattress, king: Was £919, now £505.45, Emma-sleep.co.uk
“Another corker of a hybrid mattress,” praised our tester when they reviewed this bed in a box. It has four layers, including foam and springs, and is said to suit all types of sleepers, even those who sleep on their backs – “a notoriously difficult group to cater for”. It’s good news for those who share a bed with a wriggler too, because “the mattress excels at absorbing movement”. What’s more, it’s “durable and breathable” and provides great “pressure relief”.
Check out more mattress Black Friday deals in our round-up
When do the Black Friday sales end?
22:00 , Daisy Lester
This year, the mammoth sale takes place between 26 November through to Cyber Monday on 29 November. Black Friday sees prices slashed across tech, home appliance, beauty and more, with all our favourite retailers taking part, from Amazon, Currys, Very, Superdrug, Studio and AO.
Bargain hunters can shop a whole host of big-ticket items including laptops, TVs, smartphones, Apple products and Amazon ereaders throughout the weekend-long sale.
To help you stay up to date with all the very latest information on the event, we’ve created these comprehensive guides as your go-to resource for Black Friday 2021.
How to get the best Black Friday deals this year – The creme de la creme of offers
Best Black Friday tech deals – whether it’s a new phone contract or noise-cancelling headphones, you’ll find the best offers here
Best Black Friday home appliances deals – now’s the time to upgrade your vacuum cleaner or coffee machine
Best Black Friday gaming deals – Xbox or Playstation? Here’s our expert guide to discounts on consoles, controllers and games
Best Black Friday beauty deals – stock up on your favourites across make-up, skincare, haircare and fragrance
Best Black Friday laptop deals – there are hundreds of pounds to be saved on laptops from big-name brands such as Apple, Microsoft and HP
Best Black Friday TV deals – update your at-home cinema experience without paying full price
Snap up these Black Friday deals from Ninja
21:45 , Daisy Lester
From multi-cookers to air fryers and blenders, Ninja has everything you need for kitting out your kitchen. As well as the brand’s own Black Friday sale, we’ve spotted plenty of great savings from third-party retailers too. Here’s our pick of the best.
Ninja 3-in-1 food processor with auto-iQ BN800UK: Was £199, now £129, Very.co.uk
Earning a spot in our best food processors round-up, our reviewer described this piece of kit as “an OG when it comes to kitchen appliances”. A pretty lofty claim, but with a food processor, multi-serve blender and personal blender all in one, it really does seem to do it all. And with the exclusive Ninja auto-iQ technology, our reviewer found it “takes care of pulsing, pausing, blending and other process patterns in one move, adding to the stress-free nature of this gadget”. At 25 per cent off, it can now be yours for less.
Ninja foodi electric multi-cooker OP350UK pressure cooker and air fryer: Was £199.99, now £149.99, Amazon.co.uk
If you’re looking to experiment with a multi-cooker, now’s the time as Amazon has slashed its price on this Ninja electric pressure cooker and air fryer by 25 per cent for Black Friday. With its 6l capacity, it’s ideal for busy households, while the nine cooking functions allow for pressure cooking, air frying, slow cooking, grilling, steaming, sautéing, baking, roasting and more. A similar Ninja multi-cooker – the foodi max 9-in-1 multi-cooker (£178.99, Amazon.co.uk) – earned a spot in our round-up of the best pressure cookers, with our reviewer saying that “within days, we were using it so much, it never once made it into the cupboard and we started to wonder how we’d ever lived without it.”
Amazon Black Friday deals to add to your baskets
21:30 , Daisy Lester
A major player in the game, the online giant has slashed its prices across TVs, gaming, laptops, home appliances, beauty products, kids’ toys and a whole lot more.
In addition to impressive savings on big-ticket items such as the Nintendo Switch, Fitbit and Apple iPads, the retailer is also offering deals on its own streaming services, including Prime and Amazon Music, as well as on Kindles, 4K TVs and headphones – meaning there’s no better place to bag a bargain.
There’s no denying that Amazon is one of the best places to shop this Black Friday, but with so many deals up for grabs it can be tricky to know where to start.
Thankfully, we here at IndyBest have put together this guide to everything you need to know, including a round-up of all the best Black Friday deals you can snap up now. Happy shopping!
Amazon has dropped its big Black Friday deals – don’t miss these
21:15 , Daisy Lester
Microsoft Surface go 2 10in tablet PC: Was £529, now £339, Amazon.co.uk
Microsoft’s budget tablet is a gorgeous portable device that – unlike the rival iPad and Galaxy tab – runs a full-fat version of Windows and so is compatible with all of the same apps, programs and software you can use on your desktop machine. The Surface go 2 appeared in our list of the best tablets in 2021, where our reviewer described how it can “double as a laptop if you add the type cover (£99, Currys.co.uk), a sturdy keyboard that fits to the front of the tablet and is sold separately.”
Amazon Fire 7 tablet, 16 GB, black (with ads): Was £49.99, now £29.99, Amazon.co.uk
There’s £20 off Amazon’s best-selling tablet right now. The seven inch Fire 7 is a cheap and cheerful way to read books, browse the web, watch movies and TV shows and listen to your music on the go. It’s not the most powerful device you can buy, but it has features where it matters: there are front-facing and rear cameras, integrated Alexa and expandable storage, plus all of the major streaming apps and catch-up services.
Apple iPad pro, 2021, 256GB: Was £849, now £799, Amazon.co.uk
If you’re looking for a new tablet, then Apple’s latest 2021 iPad pro has just gone on sale at Amazon. It’s one of the best tablets around, outperforming most laptops in the spec department. “The new iPad is not only the fastest and most powerful tablet you’ll come across, but it also outdoes most laptops,” our tester said in their review of the device. “The pro has the best of everything Apple makes.”
Supercharge your Black Friday with these Screwfix Black Friday deals
21:00 , Daisy Lester
From tools to paint and drills, Screwfix is well placed to ensure you’re kitted out with the right tools for whatever job you’re undertaking at home. One of the best places to find savings on big, established brands like DeWalt, Milwaukee and Erbauer, we’ve handpicked the best deals to supercharge your Black Friday.
Top of our list is this DeWalt brushless cordless combi drill (was £149.99, now £99.99, Screwfix.com), which is discounted by a third. A similar model from DeWalt was voted “best for comfort” in our round-up of the best cordless drills, so it’s fair to say we’re fans of the brand’s offering. There’s also a big saving on a laser level up for grabs (was £119.99, now £89.99, Screwfix.com) – useful for construction, but also more creative projects like painted borders and gallery walls.
Shop more stellar Screfix savings in our Black Friday guide
Get your house in order with the best Black Fridays deals at Screwfix
Everything we’re shopping in the Pandora Black Friday sale
20:45 , Daisy Lester
Stuck on Christmas gift ideas? Here at IndyBest, we’re all about giving you shopping advice. Pandora is usually featured on many wishlists, and with the brand’s highly anticipated Black Friday sale you can save some serious cash on presents this year. While Pandora is best known for its charm bracelets, which will have you set for birthdays and Christmases for years to come, the brand has much more to offer, from necklaces to earrings.
It’s the season to sparkle, and with 20 per cent off this selection will do just that:
Pandora is offering 20% off everything right now
Refresh your winter wardrobe with these Black Friday fashion deals
20:30 , Daisy Lester
While Black Friday often seems to be dominated by impressive savings on big-ticket tech products – from Apple AirPods to TVs – the event also sees stellar discounts across fashion and jewellery. From Asos and Zara to H&M and The North Face, now’s the time to save big on everything from your first pair of Dr Martens to a new pair of jeans or stylish winter coat.
With so many sales to scroll through, we’ve done the hard work for you and sourced the very best deals to snap up during the shopping bonanza – you can thank us later.
The best Black Friday fashion deals to shop right now
Kick start your Christmas shopping with these Black Friday toy deals
20:15 , Daisy Lester
When it comes to toys, there’s no better time than Black Friday to shop. It’s the last big sale event before Christmas hits, so is the perfect opportunity to stock up on all your family’s wishlist items.
ââBut there are so many offers to scroll through online, it can be overwhelming. That’s why our IndyBest team is on hand to bring you the best deals to shop, from Marvel and Harry Potter merch to Disney toys and games. From Nintendo Switch to Lego, we’re also scouting out the best deals on big-ticket items. Deals are coming and going fast, and we want you to get the best price on those most-wanted toys. So get going to avoid missing out.
Black Friday toy deals are here! These are the best offers right now
Black Friday perfume deals 2021
20:00 , Daisy Lester
The sale is the perfect time to save on signature scents or discover a new favourite fragrance. Here’s the perfumes we’re lusting after.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian baccarat rouge 540: Was £215 now £193.50, Selfridges.com
Despite its hefty pricetag, this fragrance has gained an impressive cult following and is the “it” scent of the moment. Top notes include luxurious jasmine and saffron, the middle note is amberwood and the base notes are fir resin and cedar for a fresh finish. In our full review, our tester called it “sublime.”
Acqua di Parma colonia eau de cologne spray, 50ml: Was £81.60, now £65.60, Johnlewis.com
Gifting for men can sometimes be really stressful, but this great saving on luxury fragrance brand Acqua di Parma is here to save the day – we’re sure anyone would be happy to unwrap this on Christmas morning. With top notes of grapefruit, mint and blood mandarin and base notes of leather, wood, amber and Indian patchouli, this fruity yet musky fragrance is a real fan favourite.
The best Argos Black Friday deals 2021
19:45 , Daisy Lester
Shopping lists at the ready! Deals have dropped on everything from Apple AirPods to Kenwood mixers in the Argos Black Friday sale. Much like last year, the retailer has unveiled a huge range of deals spanning every category, from TVs to home appliances, beauty products, kids’ toys and a whole lot more. But with so many deals competing for your attention, it can be hard to know where to start – here’s two of the best offers.
Ring video wired doorbell: Was £49, now £34, Argos.co.uk
This is the cheapest Amazon’s smart doorbell has ever been, and while it’s the entry-level model, it packs in all of the most important features you would expect. It can be hardwired into your existing doorbell’s electrics, or into a socket. It alerts you to visitors as they approach your door and allows you to see and speak to them live through your smartphone or home smart display, no matter where in the world you might be
Google Chromecast: Was £30, now £16.99, Argos.co.uk
The newest version of Google’s Chromecast streaming dongle is being sold with an £11 discount in Asda’s Black Friday sale. The Jammie Dodger sized device plugs into a free HDMI port on your TV, enabling you to stream video entertainment, music and pictures from your phone, tablet or laptop.
We’ve got the lowdown on the best Black Friday TV deals 2021
19:30 , Daisy Lester
Black Friday is synonymous with heavily discounted televisions. Our experts will be rounding up the best Black Friday deals as they happen and we’ve already found a bunch of eye-catching offers.
Samsung QE43QN90AATXXU 43in smart 4K ultra HD HDR neo QLED TV: Was £1,299, now £949, Currys.co.uk
This Samsung set is special for a few reasons: it launched in 2021 so it’s still very new; it’s relatively petite for a QLED TV and so it’s ideal for smaller rooms; and it uses the brand’s latest “neo QLED” pixel technology for improved contrast and image quality over previous QLED panels. It might be the best 43in television you can buy, and right now there’s a generous £300 discount at Currys.
Toshiba 24WD3C63DB 24in HD smart TV with DVD player: Was £199, now £165, Amazon.co.uk
This budget-friendly Toshiba makes an ideal second TV for a bedroom or kitchen. The 720p resolution isn’t as sharp as you’ll find on a more expensive set, which is to be expected, but this 24in display has quality where it matters. The built in DVD player negates the need for fiddling around with extra hardware too.
Apple’s pro earbuds drop to just £185, as AirPods 3 get first ever discount
19:15 , Daisy Lester
AirPods are rarely ever on sale, but now that Black Friday has arrived, prices on Apple’s hottest bits of tech are being slashed left, right and centre, making it the perfect time to pick up the company’s wildly popular pro earbuds.
Apple AirPods pro with MagSafe charging case: Was £239, now £185, Amazon.co.uk
In our review of the earbuds, our tester said they “are a high-end pair of earphones that are difficult to find much fault in”. hey feature Apple’s signature glossy white finish but come with three different sized silicone eartips, so you can find the perfect fit for you. You also get the new AirPods MagSafe wireless charging case with the pros, which was only released last month. With a saving of £54 right now, this is a bargain.
Apple AirPods 3rd gen: Was £169, now £159, Laptopsdirect.co.uk
The third generation AirPods might lack some of the features of the AirPods pro, such as active noise cancellation, but they strike the perfect balance between comfort, function and audio quality. In our AirPods 3 review, our tester said they were “a very big step up from the second-generation model. The improved audio is noticeable, especially with spatial audio and the new shape.”
These boots are made for walking: Save £50 on this pair of Dr Martens
19:00 , Daisy Lester
If you have a pair of Dr Marten’s boots on your wish list, you’re in luck as we’ve found this stellar saving on the brand’s popular Pascal Ziggy leather boots.
Dr Martens 1460 Pascal Ziggy leather boots: Was £149, now £99, Drmartens.com
An instantly recognisable boot for very good reason, Dr Martens has been an enduring name in footwear since its founding in 1947. This pair of Dr Martens are in the brand’s classic style with an ankle-brushing fit, black upper and eight-eyelet lace-up design.
In our round-up of the best women’s boots, we reviewed the similar leather-finish Bex boots, with our tester saying: “The slightly chunkier sole of the Bex model gives them a contemporary feel that still retains the durability, comfort and looks of the classic pairs.”
Save £50 on Dr Martens’ boots with this Black Friday deal
Sleep easy with 45% off the Simba hybrid mattress for Black Friday
18:45 , Daisy Lester
Black Friday is jam-packed with savings on mattresses and we’ve found a seriously impressive deal that you won’t want to press snooze on, courtesy of bed-in-a-box brand Simba.
Simba hybrid mattress, UK double: Was £879, now £483.45, Simbasleep.com
The brand has slashed the price of its hybrid mattress and, in case the stellar saving alone isn’t enough to tempt you, we had plenty of great things to say about it in our review of the best mattresses for 2021. Our tester shared that “it’s best for side and front sleepers, and that goes for people of any shape or size. If you’re prone to waking up with aches and pains, especially in your back, you’ll really notice the spinal support.”
Featuring five layers of Simba sleep technology, a zoned Simba-pure base, edge to edge Simba pure support, an aerocoil spring comfort layer, a graphite-infused foam and a breathable sleep surface, this is one mega mattress.
Save a huge 64% on this Nespresso coffee machine in Amazon’s sale
18:30 , Daisy Lester
Among all the coffee machine deals, this Nespresso coffee machine bargain is one of the best we’ve seen yet across the mammoth sales event. So if waking up to a freshly made brew is on your wish list, there may not be a better time than now to invest.
Nespresso vertuo plus XN903840 coffee machine by Krups: Was £189, now £69, Amazon.co.uk
A similar model landed a spot in our review of the best pod coffee machines, where our tester said it was “incredibly easy to use” and that “a lovely smooth crema wasn’t just confined to the single and double espresso but was even waiting for us atop the huge (414ml) alto drink that the machine produced”. Promising to make everything from cortados to cappuccinos, you may never need to spend your hard-earned pennies on a takeaway coffee again.
Wake up and smell the coffee: There’s 64% off this Nespresso machine
Be a star baker and save 25% on a Kitchen Aid stand mixer
18:15 , Daisy Lester
Great British Bake Off fans rejoice, for this candy-coloured stand mixer is now in Amazon’s early Black Friday sale.
KitchenAid 5413184120696 artisan stand mixer: Was £599, now £449, Amazon.co.uk
At 25 per cent off, this is a stellar saving. With 300 watt power, 10-speed settings and a five-year warranty, the mixer really is built to last, meaning you can mix, stir and fold happy for many years to come. And with a 3l bowl, 4.8l stainless steel bowl, whisk, paddle, dough hook, flex-edge beater and splatter guard, you’ll have everything you need and more to become a kitchen whizz.
We even reviewed the classic Kitchenaid stand mixer in our best stand mixer round up, naming it best for Bake Off quality. Our reviewer even shared that “as the best-selling stand mixer in the world, KitchenAid has built its reputation as a tried and trusted faithful.”
PSA: Domino’s is offering 35% off orders for Black Friday
18:00 , Daisy Lester
Deal hunting’s hungry work and if you’ve worked up an appetite for pizza, you can save 35 per cent on orders from Dominos for Black Friday.
From a margarita to American or ham and pineapple, there’s options for the whole family to enjoy. You’ll have to spend £40 on more to access the deal with the “FILHFPEE” at checkout. Treat yourself without breaking the bank this Black Friday.
On the hunt for a Dyson supersonic? Snap up this gift set
17:45 , Daisy Lester
Dyson supersonic hair dryer, Prussian blue/rich copper: £299.99, Dyson.co.uk
This is a classic Dyson deal in that it’s not money off, per se. The brand has bundled up its supersonic hair dryer – one of our fave pieces of haircare tech here at IndyBest – in a luxurious-looking blue and copper colorway with extra accessories: a snazzy presentation case, a paddle brush and a detangling comb. It’s an edition that feels just that touch more special, making it perfect for Santa’s sack.
The Jo Malone Black Friday sale 2021
17:30 , Daisy Lester
Whether it’s a new candle you’re after to fill your space with a gorgeous scent, or a personal cologne fragrance for the new season, Jo Malone London always has the very best of the best.
The brand does like to keep it low-key when it comes to Black Friday, so it still takes part, but doesn’t traditionally offer bumper discounts like other brands do.
This year, you can enjoy a 30ml cologne in one of the brand’s best selling scents with purchases of more than £150. Simply enter the code “COLOGNE” at checkout before the 30 November.
Read everything you need to know about the Jo Malone Black Friday sale 2021
Need more pomegranate noir? We’ve got the details of Jo Malone’s Black Friday deals
All the deals you can shop in the Lidl Black Friday sale
17:15 , Daisy Lester
Renowned for its affordable and competitive prices, budget-supermarket Lidl has unveiled its huge Black Friday 2021 sale that launches today. Among the impressive savings up for grabs are Asus Chromebooks, Emma mattresses, Delonghi coffee machines, Salter home appliances and Breville home appliances.
You’ll also be able to save on Gtech vacuums, Tower air fryers and Oral-B toothbrushes. With so many big-ticket brands spanning TVs, coffee machines mattresses and more, we’re sure products will sell out fast. So make sure you head down to your local store between now and 1 December to snap up Lidl’s Black Friday offers.
Get a £200 jacket from Warehouse for £10 right now
17:00 , Daisy Lester
For Black Friday, Warehouse is dropping daily deals and offering up a pricey piece for just £10. Previous days have featured a pair of knee high boots, glamorous dresses and a biker jacket.
Today, you can snap up a shearling coat worth £200 for only a tenner. But be quick, as we’re sure the offer won’t last long!
Save £50 on the Ninja foodi max multi cooker
16:45 , Daisy Lester
Ninja foodi max 7.2l multi cooker OP500 uk: Was £229, now £179, Very.co.uk
From curries to chips, no meal is too much to handle for the multi cooker; you can pressure cook, air crisp, slow cook, steam, sear/sauté, bake/roast, grill, dehydrate and you can even make yoghurt with it. Ninja’s tendercrisp technology means you can pressure cook to lock in moisture and keep that perfect golden finish, all the while being overall healthier for you – what’s not to love?
We reviewed a similar model in our round-up of the best pressure cookers, our tester said it was “only the size and steep price tag stopped this brilliant do-everything machine winning our best buy so if you can squeeze it in somewhere, you won’t regret it”. Well now thanks to Very’s Black Friday sale you can save £50 on this whizz home appliance, so if you’ve got the countertop space, what’s stopping you?
This bundle includes the Nintendo Switch console as its lowest price ever
16:30 , Daisy Lester
Gaming products are some of the most coveted and sought-after products throughout the Black Friday sale, with the Nintendo Switch a highlight – especially with the new Nintendo Switch OLED having landed in the UK on 8 October. The red and blue neon version of the Nintendo Switch is our favourite colour variant and we’ve found a bundle that includes the console at its lowest ever price.
Nintendo Switch neon red/neon blue bundle with ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ and three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership: Was £329.98, now £259.99, Argos.co.uk
As usual, you get the neon colourway with its contrasting joy-cons, as well as the black Switch dock. With this Black Friday deal, you’re essentially just paying for the console and getting Mario Kart and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership for free. Pick it up now and you’ll be racing around Rainbow Road (online) in no time.
Enhance your gaming experience with the Oculus quest 2 VR headset
16:15 , Daisy Lester
The Oculus quest 2 comes in two flavours. The smaller 128GB model usually retails for £299, whereas the larger 256GB model will set you back around £399. While the prices haven’t been lowered, you can pick up a £50 voucher when buying either version from Currys.
Oculus quest 2 virtual reality headset: £299 with £50 voucher, Currys.co.uk
The headset’s focus is on accessibility, and it remains the cheapest way for most people to get into virtual reality. It’s lightweight, wire-free and therefore easy to carry around and features a crystal-clear high definition screen. There’s also no need to connect up a console or PC – as long as you’ve got a wireless internet connection and a Facebook account to can log in with, you’re good to go out of the box.
Black Friday is the best time to buy a mattress – and this is a cracking deal
16:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Emma double hybrid mattress, double: Was £809, now £444.95, Emma-sleep.co.uk
A “corker of a hybrid mattress” praised our tester when they reviewed this bed in a box. It has four layers, including foam and springs, and is said to suit all types of sleepers, even those who sleep on their backs – “a notoriously difficult group to cater for”. It’s good news for those who share a bed with a wriggler too, because “the mattress excels at absorbing movement”. What’s more, it’s “durable and breathable” and provides great “pressure relief”.
You can find more about this cracking deal and lots of other mattress offers in our round-up, sleep easy knowing you’ve saved on your new bed in a box:
Get a good night’s rest with the best Black Friday mattress deals
Get sparkly gnashers with this Oral-B electric toothbrush deal
15:45 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Oral-B iO6 Electric Toothbrush with Revolutionary iO Technology: Was £299.99, now £99.99, Amazon.co.uk
Equipped with revolutionary iO technology for that professional clean feeling and five brushing modes (including daily clean, sensitive, gum care, intense clean and whitening), this toothbrush can be used every day for the best deep-clean results. Its sleek black handle and travel case are a bonus, and you can also bolt-on additional brush heads, ready for changing every three months to ensure your teeth get the deepest clean.
If you want to find out more about this electric toothbrush, read more here:
There’s 67% off this Oral-B toothbrush in Amazon’s Black Friday sale
Cheers! Kraken rum now 30% off
15:30 , Eva Waite-Taylor
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, and what better way to see in the weekend than with a bottle of spiced rum? Kraken black spiced rum (was £32.86, now £24.30, Amazon.co.uk) has been reduced by 30 per cent in the Amazon Black Friday sale. Imported from the Caribbean and blended with spices, Kraken’s much-loved rum has a jet black colouring and bold, rich and smooth texture. Serve neat over ice, or with a fiery ginger beer.
Ooni pizza oven is 20% off and it’s definitely worth your dough
15:15 , Eva Waite-Taylor
While the weather isn’t exactly screaming outdoor socialising (thanks Storm Arwen), Ooni is offering 20 per cent off site-wide, and we’ve got eyes on its pizza oven.
Ooni frya 12: Was £249, now £199.20, Ooni.com
This featured in our guide to the best Father’s Day gifts, with our writer noting that the pizzas “come out wonderfully bubbly just like you’d get in any good pizza restaurant”. They added that “when you add up the cost of a few pizza deliveries, with this you’ll actually be saving money, and having more fun”. We think this would make a great present for the foodie in your life this Christmas.
Score! There’s 37% off Fifa 22 right now
15:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
‘Fifa 22’ for PS4: Was £59.99, now £37.99, Amazon.co.uk
We are pleasantly surprised to see the all-new Fifa 22 reduced by 37 per cent. There have been a number of updates, including a brand new goalkeeper system, real-world data imported, an option for explosive sprints, attacking tactics and over 100 of football’s all-time giants, meaning the latest edition of Fifa may just be the best yet.
Today, those who love a game of footie (digitally) can get their hands on Fifa 22 with a handsome saving of £22 for the PS4 (£37.99, was £59.99, Amazon.co.uk), or with a saving of 30 per cent for those with a PS5 (was £69.99, now £48.99, Amazon.co.uk).
If you’re an Xbox user, you can still grab a bargain at £37.99 (Amazon.co.uk), or get your hands on the Nintendo switch version for £24.40 (Amazon.co.uk).
Save 25% in Molton Brown’s Black Friday sale
14:45 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Standout offers from Molton Brown’s sale include a £10 saving on the brand’s bestselling stocking filler gift set (was £40, now £30, Moltonbrown.co.uk) which is packed with bath goodies.
If you’re a huge fan of the brand’s shower gels, now is the time to stock up, with generous 300ml bottles now discounted to just £16.50. We’ve got our eye on the black pepper bath and shower gel (was £22, now £16.50, Moltonbrown.co.uk) for spicing up our mornings.
For more insight, our guide has all the information you need:
Molton Brown’s Black Friday offers are finally here
Trust us, these are the best beauty Black Friday deals
14:30 , Eva Waite-Taylor
We feel a bit seen by this meme because frankly, Vieve can take all of our money!
Vieve eye wand: Was £21, now £15.51, Cultbeauty.co.uk
We reviewed this produced when it first launched, with our writer noting that there is “little not to love” about it. The wands “have universal appeal – even the most novice of make-up users can enjoy the long-wearing, easily blendable formulas,” added our writer. With six different shades to choose from, we’re tempted by the lot.
For more excellent recommendations on the best beauty Black Friday buys, give our round-up a read:
Black Friday beauty deals have arrived – these are the best offers to shop
Bookworms save 47% on Kindle in Amazon’s Black Friday sale
14:15 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Amazon Kindle paperwhite, 32GB: Was £119.99, now £79.99, Amazon.co.uk
Whether you’re an avid reader or shopping for a bookworm, now is the time to snap up a Kindle. The device took the top spot in our guide to the best ereaders, with our writer noting that it’s “a big step up from the entry-level Kindle”. It features “a high-resolution screen which is extremely easy to read” and the “design is elegant with the screen flush to the frame”. If you’d rather have the option to download your books away from wifi, then you’ll be glad to know the 3G Kindle paperwhite (was £219.99, now £129.99, Amazon.co.uk) is also reduced, which gives you the option of accessing new books by the pool.
The best Currys Black Friday deals to snap up now
14:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
One lucky person had the run of the mill at their local Currys store...
Jokes aside, the Black Friday deals at the retailer are phenomenal. We’ve seen a number of cracking deals on everything from the Apple HomePod mini (was £89, now £69, Currys.co.uk) to Samsung QE65QN94AATXXU 65in smart 4K TV (was £2,299, now £1,699, Currys.co.uk), so it really does have the lot.
If you’re looking to do some browsing, check out our guide to the best Currys Black Friday deals before they’re all gone:
Grab a bargain on TVs, laptops and more in the Currys Black Friday sale
Glossier is offering 20% off, here’s what to buy
13:45 , Eva Waite-Taylor
If there is one beauty brand that millennials love, it’s Glossier. It became an instant hit among fashion girls and editors when it launched in the UK – and its Black Friday sale is as good as you’d expect.
Generation G: Was £14, now £11.40, Glossier.com
When we reviewed this, our writer noted that this is a “truly low-maintenance lipstick”. “It has a moisturising texture and is relatively light in pigment,” they added. The “colour is light and buildable” and is a great “your-lips-but-better choice”.
Glossier the beauty bag: Was £28, now £22.40, Glossier.com
The brand launched its make-up bag earlier this year and it became an instant sell-out. When our writer reviewed it, she noted that man reason for its popularity is down to its size. Similarly, our writer noted that it has a “removable red felt pouch inside, which snaps in and out using poppers on each side, you have a grand total of eight different compartments to fill – bliss for anyone who loves to meticulously organise their stash”.
Shop the full Black Friday collection at Glossier.com
Deal-hunting is hungry work, these are the best Black Friday food deals
13:35 , Eva Waite-Taylor
We get it, shopping is hungry work. So if you’re looking for a deal on your next dinner, we’ve got you sorted:
Our eyes are on Pasta Evangelists – a pasta subscription service that featured in our review of the best – is offering you 40 per cent off your first order, plus a free charcuterie board and cocktails for two. All you need to do is enter “VIP40” at the checkout
Foodie favourite Deliveroo has revealed it is giving hungry shoppers 25 per cent off orders over £20, the discount is applicable with any restaurant with the “Black Friday” tag
Just Eat is catering to your needs by slashing the price of popular restaurants, including Greggs, Pret and Frankie & Benny’s, by 25 per cent off
UberEats has wide range of offers and deals on its app, depending on the restaurant
Finally, there’s 50 per cent off the six-piece family feast at KFC if you order via the app
A rare Apple iPad pro deal
13:30 , Eva Waite-Taylor
You can currently save money on Apple’s “fastest and most powerful” tablet in the Currys Black Friday sale. The iPad pro (was £749, now £699, Currys.co.uk) is “not only the fastest and most powerful tablet you’ll come across, but it also outdoes most laptops – even high-end ones”, noted The Independent’s technology critic, David Phelan, when he reviewed the tablet.
If this sounds like something you need in your life, head over to our explainer to read more:
Apple’s iPad pro has been reduced to just £699
Transform your at-home cinema with the best Black Friday TV deals
13:15 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Samsung QE43QN90AATXXU 43in smart 4K ultra HD HDR neo QLED TV: Was £1,299, now £949, Currys.co.uk
This Samsung set is special for a few reasons: it launched in 2021 so it’s still very new; it’s relatively petite for a QLED TV and so it’s ideal for smaller rooms; and it uses the brand’s latest “neo QLED” pixel technology for improved contrast and image quality over previous QLED panels. It might be the best 43in television you can buy, and right now there’s a generous £300 discount at Currys.
There are more where that came from:
We’ve found the best Black Friday deals on TVs from Samsung, LG and more
Get your Christmas shopping done in John Lewis’s Black Friday sale
13:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
John Lewis & Partners is undoubtedly the destination for Christmas shopping, with TVs and laptops to fashion and beauty under one roof. So, if you’re stuck for shopping inspo, we’re luckily on hand to help.
On our buying list is this Fitbit charge 4 (was £118.99, now £89.99, Johnlewis.com), which we think will make the ideal gift for the fitness fanatic. And we think these Hobbs cashmere socks (was £38, now £25.99, Johnlewis.com) would be great in a stocking.
For all this and more, we’d recommend checking out the IndyBest guide to the best John Lewis & Partners Black Friday deals
We’ve found the best offers in the John Lewis Black Friday sale
“Alexa, what’s the best Black Friday deal on an Amazon Echo dot?”
12:30 , Eva Waite-Taylor
OK, we’ll take Alexa’s place here and share the best deal we’ve spotted on Amazon’s Echo dot.
Amazon Echo dot, 4th gen: Was £49.99, now £28.99, Amazon.co.uk
Chances are you’ve seen one of these Alexa devices in action – and that’s because they’re just so good – so now’s the time to join the party. We can vouch for how well the fourth-generation device performs as it featured in our review of the best smart speakers. “If you’re an Alexa user, or dipping your toe into the world of smart speakers, the Echo dot is a great choice for a non-invasive speaker that produces great sound and slots nicely into the Amazon ecosystem,” noted our writer.
Join the dark side with this ‘Star Wars' Lego deal
12:17 , Ellie Fry
If you’re shopping for a Star Wars fan this Christmas and have a generous budget to spend, this Black Friday Lego deal might catch your eye. The brand is offering two free goodies with its Star Wars AT-AT set (£699, Lego.co.uk), one being a set up of Santa’s front yard – which makes the perfect stocking filler – and the second is a free lightsaber suitable for none other than Luke Skywalker himself. This mega set is sure to make someone’s day.
For more details, read our guide to the Lego deal here:
A good deal, you’ll have: Get the Lego lightsaber for free with the AT-AT set
Black Friday theatre tickets for cheaper West End shows
12:15 , Eva Waite-Taylor
While Black Friday is the perfect time to bag a bargain on everything TVs, games consoles and laptops to home appliances, beauty products and mattresses, it also offers the opportunity to nab cheap experiences.
The thespians among us will be glad to hear that London Theatre Direct has slashed the prices of a number of west end shows. For example, tickets to go and see the family favourite Mary Poppins have been reduced by up to £46. Similarly, you can save up to £27 on tickets for Les Miserable during December.
Book now at Londontheatredirect.com
Lunch is sorted thanks to Deliveroo’s Black Friday deal
12:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Foodie favourite Deliveroo has revealed it is giving hungry shoppers 25 per cent off on orders over £20.
We all know deal hunting is hungry work so why not treat yourself this lunchtime with everything from a curry to a pizza from thousands of restaurants available on the delivery service.
The discount is applicable to any restaurant with the “Black Friday” tag and you can access the offer via your email.
High-quality gymwear for less? Gymshark’s Black Friday sale is here
11:50 , Eva Waite-Taylor
A beloved brand for gym bunnies and athleisure fans, Gymshark has grown to be one of the most recognisable names in the fitness space. And if you’re looking to bag a bargain in the brand’s sale, here’s what we’ve added to our basket:
Gymshark energy seamless cropped leggings: Was £40, now £24, Gymshark.com
Available in an oh-so-luxe brown, eye-popping blue and simple yet stylish black, you can now shimmy into this cropped pair from Gymshark for nearly half price. In or out of the gym, a great pair of leggings can offer oodles of confidence, and from their ribbed waistband to their high-waist fit, this curve-hugging pair is crafted to do just that. Sitting pretty on the waist, you can just about peep the mesh patterns, creating a subtle contoured effect, with eyelet details adding a touch of personality to your look. We’ll take two.
For a greater selection, head over to our guide to the best Gymshark Black Friday deals:
Need some new gym kit? Gymshark’s Black Friday sale just dropped
Up your home security with Ring Black Friday deal on doorbells and cameras
11:40 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Ring video doorbell, 2nd gen: Was £89, now £67, Amazon.co.uk
As brands go, Amazon-owned Ring is the one to know when it comes to upgrading your at-home security. While we’re yet to test this exact device, the slightly more advanced Ring video doorbell 3 plus (£159, Amazon.co.uk) took the top spot in our guide to the best video doorbells, with our writer noting that “the clarity of the two-way talk was excellent”. A key similarity between the devices is the 1080p HD video – one of the many features our tester praised in their review. Clearly, Ring is a brand to trust, so snap up this deal while you still can.
Do you want more Ring Black Friday deals? We’ve rounded up the lot:
Secure your home for less with deals on Ring video doorbells
Searching for a sofa? See this Black Friday deal
11:30 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Snug the big chill: Was £1,139, now £968, Snugsofa.com
This one took the top spot in our guide to the best sofa in a box, with our writer noting that if you’re after a “deep, cosy sofa you can curl up in of an evening, look no further than the big chill”. As for its style, they wrote that “the slight boxiness of the chunky arms and high back give this sofa a super-chic look”, adding that “it’s a great all-rounder that will work with any décor scheme”.
When does Black Friday end?
11:20 , Eva Waite-Taylor
While lots of brands and retailers kicked things off early, Black Friday officially started today. We’ve already seen some whopping deals on everything from the iPhone 13 pro max to Lego, so there really is something for everyone.
The event runs from Black Friday across the weekend into the following Monday (known as Cyber Monday), which this year falls on 29 November.
Traditionally it has always been exclusively online, and especially so in 2020 due to the pandemic – the UK was mostly under lockdown, with non-essential shops remaining shut throughout November.
Cyber Monday is your last chance to bag a bargain before Christmas, and there’s often a broad range of retailers that slash prices across smart TVs, laptops, fashion, mattresses and more. So, Black Friday ends on Cyber Monday.
An unmissable deal on Apple Watch series 6
11:10 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Apple Watch series 6: Was £379, now £289, Amazon.co.uk
There’s no denying that Apple leads the way when it comes to wearables, and this particular model took the top spot in our guide to the best smartwatches with The Independent’s technology critic, David Phelan writing that it is “hands down the best”. It was praised for its classy design and “immaculate build quality”. Now with £90 off, we think this would make a great gift for a loved one this Christmas.
To find out more about the tech-heavy watch, read our explainer:
Get £90 off the Apple Watch series 6 in the Amazon Black Friday sale
The best sex toy deal from Lovehoney to snap up now
11:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
We-Vibe tango X lipstick bullet vibrator: Was £79.99, now £63.99, Lovehoney.co.uk
Practise self love with the We-Vibe tango X, which currently has 20 per cent off. A bullet featuring seven vibration modes and eight intensity levels, it’s also completely waterproof and USB rechargeable. Featuring in our round-up of the best quiet vibrators, our tester said: “We-Vibe has combined deep, rumbling vibrations – the kind that you need if orgasms can be elusive – with the quietest possible noise levels.”
How’s your Black Friday shopping going?
10:55 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Are you, like Rev Richard Coles, gripped by the Black Friday madness?
Gripped by Black Friday madness, I’ve just bought this. pic.twitter.com/DfCHyRz7Rw
— Richard Coles (@RevRichardColes) November 26, 2021
If so, let us guide you to our round-up of the best home appliance deals (which may provide some better inspo than a potato masher!). You can expect everything from a discounted Dyson V10 (was £449.99, now £299.99, Argos.co.uk) to Hotel Chocolat’s popular velvetiser (was £109.95, now £89.99, Amazon.co.uk):
The best Black Friday home and kitchen deals to shop now
What we’re buying in the All Saints Black Friday sale
10:50 , Eva Waite-Taylor
All Saints balfern leather jacket: Was £319.00, now £223.30, Allsaints.com
“The phrase ‘cult brand’ gets thrown around a lot in the fashion industry, but there truly is no better label than All Saints when it comes to investing in a leather jacket that’s made to last,” as noted in our review of the best leather jackets, where this one took the top spot. “Shaped to a regular silhouette, it’s made from a soft leather and is finished with the typical silver hardware you’d expect from a biker jacket,” they added. Black Friday is the perfect time to invest, you won’t regret it.
All Saints tarren biker skirt: Was £99, now £69.30, Allsaints.com
All Saints is offering 30 per cent off everything site-wide meaning you can pick up this effortlessly cool leather skirt for less than £70. Earning a spot in our round-up of the best mini skirts, our tester said it has “a classic biker style in a flattering A-line silhouette”, adding that the “two small zips and a longer one down the middle give the skirt just the right amount of edge”. Whether worn fully grunged up with a cropped leather jacket or toned down with a white open shirt and vest, it’s a wardrobe mainstay.
Asos offering up to 95% off this Black Friday
10:30 , Eva Waite-Taylor
There’s no stopping our favourite fashion retailers. Asos launched up to 80 per cent off everything on Thursday 25 November, but you can now an extra 15 per cent off when you use the code “BFDEAL15” at checkout. All you need to do is spend £30 or more. To find the highest discounts, go to the sale and filter by discount percentage.
Find out more about the Asos sale here:
There’s up to 95% off everything in Asos’s Black Friday sale
Save 26% on Amazon’s Kindle oasis
10:20 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Kindle oasis: Was £229, now £169.99, Amazon.co.uk
“This ebook reader is stunning. It has the subtlest front light which adjusts to the ambient light automatically, and can be adjusted from pure white to a warm, gentle amber shade,” praised The Independent’s technology critic, David Phelan in his review of the best eraders. Phelan added that it has the “best design of any reader” and is “sensationally good”. Thankfully Amazon has slashed the price of the device by 26 per cent.
Zara’s UK Black Friday sale is here
10:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Zara’s Black Friday sale started last night (Thursday 25 November) on the app, offering up to 40 per cent off selected fashion lines, as well as 20 per cent off a range of products at Zara Home. The sale is a big hit each year, so chances are you’re not alone if you missed out on buying your favourite item.
On our wishlist though is this limited edition wool blend blazer (was £100, now £65.40, Zara.com), which is an all-year-round wardrobe staple. But a particular hit this season because chocolate brown is very much in. Similarly, we are coveting this poplin shirt (was £19.99, now £11.99, Zara.com), which we think would look amazing over leather trousers.
Shop the Black Friday sale now at Zara.com
Astrid & Miyu’s Black Friday jewellery sale is worth its weight in gold
09:50 , Eva Waite-Taylor
One of our favourite jewellery brands is offering 25 per cent of everything. While of course want it all, we’re currently wearing these rope charm gold hoops (was £59, now £44.25, Astridandmiyu.com) alongside the crystal hinge small hoops (was £65, now £48.75, Astridandmiyu.com). Collectively we think they make a nice ear party (if we do say so ourselves).
Shop the Black Friday sale now at Astridandmiyu.com
Apple AirPods 3 discounted for the first time ever
09:40 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Apple AirPods, 3rd gen: Was £184, now £154, Laptopsdirect.co.uk
Frankly, we’re surprised to see Apple’s latest AirPods in the Black Friday sale, but by no means are we complaining. The all-new earbuds received high praise in our review, with our writer noting that they “are a very big step up from the second-generation model”. “The improved audio is noticeable, especially with spatial audio and the new shape,” they added. They offer “the perfect balance of audio quality, features and great pricing”. A no brainer now they cost just £154.
If you’d rather go for the AirPods pro, they’re also in the sale – details can be found here:
This £54 saving on the AirPods pro is an absolute steal
Get 50% off your next railcard this Black Friday
09:20 , Eva Waite-Taylor
There is no denying that trains are expensive, particularly when you don’t have the flexibility to book them weeks in advance. So it pays to have a railcard so you can benefit from discounts on expensive fares with a third off train travel.
And now, to make it an even more of a cost-efficient affair because Trainline has slashed the price of digital railcards by 50 per cent, simply use the code “RAILCARD50” at checkout to get yours for just £15.
John Lewis slashes price of Le Creuset set for Black Friday
09:00 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Le Creuset cast iron 20cm casserole and 29cm stoneware dish set, two piece, volcanic: Was £247, now £148.20, Johnlewis.com
Le Creuset’s colourful and glossy dishes are the It-buy of kitchenware, and right now you can nab this two-piece set with 40 per cent off. The stoneware dish is oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher safe, and lends itself to baking, roasting and grilling. Plus, the handcrafted cast iron is said to be the lightest you can buy – we’re already fans, with its oval cousin landing top spot in our best casserole dish round-up, where our tester praised the easy-clean enamel interior, and noted: “It’s an obvious choice for casseroles and soups of course, but this dish has also become our go-to when roasting meat for a super-succulent Sunday roast.”
We’ve got all the best Black Friday deals on Le Creuset here:
This OG Le Creuset dish has just entered the Black Friday sale
Calling gamers, there’s 20% off Nintendo Switch
08:25 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Nintendo Switch with ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’, ‘Just Dance 2022’ and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership: Was £378.99, now £284.99, Amazon.co.uk
This is an excellent bundle deal on the Nintendo Switch console in the neon red and blue colourway. You’re essentially buying the Nintendo Switch and then getting Mario Kart 8 Deluxe at half its usual price. But then, to sweeten the deal even further, you’re also getting Just Dance 2022 and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership for free. As usual, you’ll get two neon joy-cons and a Switch dock for TV play out of the box.
Hoover up this Dyson Black Friday deal
07:45 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Dyson V8 animal: Was £299, now £199, Currys.co.uk
Calling all pet owners, this nifty vacuum is reduced to less than £200 right now. While we’re yet to review this exact model, the similar Dyson V11 animal (£499, Ao.com) took the top spot in our guide to the best pet vacuum cleaners. Our writer praised its weight, which makes it “easy to use all over the home” (the V8 is actually lighter), and its superb suction, clearing up “even the most matted sections of animal hair in just one sweep”. As Dyson’s vacuums are popular, we think this will sell out fast, so add it to your basket now.
Of course, that’s not the only Dyson deal we have for you – we’ve in fact got a whole guide to the best
Dyson’s Black Friday sale has landed with big discounts – Here’s what to buy
Get more from your gaming with this Oculus quest 2 Black Friday deal
07:27 , Eva Waite-Taylor
Oculus quest 2 virtual reality headset: £299 with free £50 voucher, Currys.co.uk
While Black Friday deals on the Oculus quest are hard to come by, you can pick up a £50 voucher when buying the VR headset from Currys. The headset’s focus is on accessibility, and it remains the cheapest way for most people to get into virtual reality. It’s lightweight, wire-free and therefore easy to carry around and features a crystal-clear high definition screen.
For more details, read our explainer now:
Get more from your gaming with the Oculus quest 2 this Black Friday
Snap up Xbox ‘Fifa 21’ for under £5 at Currys right now
22:03 , Daisy Lester
Any football fan will be thrilled to get an edition of Fifa in their Christmas stocking this year. For Black Friday, Currys is offering a huge £20 off the popular game meaning you can pick it up for just £4.97.
Xbox ‘Fifa 2021’: Was £24.97, now £4.97, Currys.co.uk
With more ways to play and more locations to choose from, look forward to a true-to-life footballing experience. Players are capable of higher-level decision making, so you can flex your creativity on the pitch, while new developments in career mode allow you to lead your team to the top with upgraded matches, transfers and training.
You can also bag EA’s latest ‘Fifa 22’ edition (was £59.99, now £37.99, Amazon.co.uk) for less this Black Friday thanks to Amazon which is offering the game up with a saving of 37 per cent.
