Black Friday 2026
Black Friday 2026 smart home deals
Black Friday is Friday, November 27, and Cyber Monday is November 30. We’ll add the best smart speaker, lighting and security deals here from November 20 and update the page daily through Cyber Monday.
Key dates
NOV20
Early deals addedWe start posting price drops
NOV27
Black FridayBiggest discounts of the year
NOV30
Cyber MondayLast chance for most deals
Black Friday: Friday, November 27
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Our Black Friday watchlist
12 devices we've reviewed. Prices added from Nov 20.SPEAKERS AND DISPLAYS
ALEXA SPEAKER
Echo Dot (5th Gen)
Best for a first Alexa speaker or a bedroom.
Watching for a price drop
ALEXA SPEAKER
Echo Dot Max
Best if you want fuller sound and a smart home hub.
Watching for a price drop
SMART DISPLAY
Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
Best for a bedside clock that also shows your doorbell.
Watching for a price drop
ALEXA SPEAKER
Echo Studio (2025)
Best Alexa speaker for music and Dolby Atmos.
Watching for a price drop
GOOGLE SPEAKER
Google Nest Mini (2nd Gen)
Best low-cost speaker for Google Home users.
Watching for a price drop
APPLE SPEAKER
HomePod mini
Best for iPhone owners and Apple Home.
Watching for a price drop
SONOS SPEAKER
Sonos Era 100
Best for music lovers who want to build a multi-room system.
Watching for a price drop
PORTABLE SPEAKER
JBL Flip 7
Best rugged Bluetooth speaker for outdoors.
Watching for a price drop
HOME SECURITY
VIDEO DOORBELL
Ring Battery Doorbell
Best for renters and homes with no doorbell wiring.
Watching for a price drop
OUTDOOR CAMERA
Ring Outdoor Cam
Best simple wire-free camera for a yard or driveway.
Watching for a price drop
OUTDOOR CAMERA
Ring Spotlight Cam Plus
Best if you want lights and a siren with your camera.
Watching for a price drop
ALARM SYSTEM
Ring Alarm kit
Best DIY alarm for Ring and Alexa homes.
Watching for a price drop
SMART LIGHTING
GUIDE
Best smart light bulbs
Know which bulb brand fits your home before the sale starts.
Bulb deals added from Nov 20
COMPARISON
Philips Hue vs Govee
Premium or budget: decide now, buy on the day.
Hue and Govee deals from Nov 20
GUIDE
Best outdoor smart lights
Path, flood, string and security lights.
Outdoor light deals from Nov 20
GUIDE
Smart lighting for renters
Bulbs, plugs and strips with no wiring.
Renter-friendly deals from Nov 20
Brands we'll track
Beyond the watchlistSmart speakers and displays
Amazon EchoGoogle NestApple HomePodSonosBoseJBL
How to spot a real deal
Four checks before you buyCheck the price history
A "50% off" label means little if the item sold at that price most of the year.
Add up subscriptions
Many cameras and doorbells need a monthly plan to save video. A cheap camera can cost more over two years.
Check the model year
Older models are often discounted the most. Make sure you're not buying last year's version by accident.
Stick to one ecosystem
Alexa, Google and Apple devices work best with their own family. Matter support helps devices work across them.
Read before you buy
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Black Friday smart home FAQ
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday is Friday, November 27, 2026, the day after Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 26). Cyber Monday is Monday, November 30. Many stores start early sales the week before, so we begin adding deals on November 20.
Is Black Friday a good time to buy smart home devices?
Usually, yes. Smart speakers, video doorbells and security cameras are among the most discounted categories every year, especially the store's own brands. Still, check the price history: some "deals" are the same price you'd see in other sales during the year.
Should I buy on Black Friday or wait for Cyber Monday?
For most smart home devices the prices are similar on both days. Popular items can sell out on Black Friday, so if you see a good price on something you've already chosen, there's little reason to wait.
Do cheap security cameras have hidden costs?
Often. Many cameras and doorbells need a monthly subscription to save and replay video. Add two years of the plan to the sale price before you compare. Our guide to cameras without a subscription lists options that record locally.
Which smart speaker should I buy as a first device?
Pick the assistant that matches your phone and the devices you already own: Alexa for the widest device support, Google for Android and Google services, or Apple for iPhone users. Our Echo Dot vs Nest Mini comparison and Start Here guide explain the differences.
About prices: deal prices change fast and can sell out. We check each price when we add it, but always confirm the final price at checkout. Last updated: November 7, 2026. Deal prices will be added from November 20.