Your Guide to the Best Early Black Friday Deals Under $100 (2026)
Introduction
Things have pretty much never been more expensive. However, we've found the best deals on WIRED-tested tech that we'd actually recommend, from a great gaming headset to a smart bird feeder. These discounted picks could be a low-cost upgrade for yourself, and they'd also make great gifts this holiday season.
Best Deals Under $100
A Great Car Vacuum: Black & Decker Dustbuster Flex for $90 ($40 off)
This is one of our favorite car vacuums, and although it's bigger and heavier than our usual picks, it also makes for a great heavy-duty handheld vacuum. This portable pick has a comfortable design with a handle for control, a large dust bin capacity, and a 4-foot wraparound hose to reach hard-to-access places like corners and under seats.
Our Favorite Budget Wi-Fi Router: TP-Link Archer BE230 for $80 ($40 off)
This budget Wi-Fi router goes on sale often, but we always recommend folks upgrade to this model when it dips in price before the holidays. It has four antennas, a 2.5-Gbps WAN, a 2.5-Gbps LAN, three gigabit LAN ports, and dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi options. It may not be the best pick if your computing needs require a heavier lift, but for a small home with a few people, it works perfectly.
A Smart Bird Feeder for Beginners: Birdfy Rookie Smart Bird Feeder for $80 ($60 off)
This is a basic smart bird feeder that requires no complicated assembly, no solar panels, and no tools—we think it'd make a fantastic gift for the amateur bird watcher in your life. To get started birding, all you need to do is snap three plastic pieces together, charge the camera, and set up the app—you're ready to channel your inner David Attenborough.
Additional Recommendations
A Budget Gaming Headset: Louryn Strampe's Favorite
This is a favorite of reviewer (and gamer) Louryn Strampe. It's crazy comfortable, breathable, and extremely light. The battery lasts for several days on a charge, it performs excellently in mixed audio situations, and it works as well as gaming headsets double its price.
A Miniature Air Purifier
I bought this miniature air purifier when I first moved into my small Brooklyn apartment with two furry cats and a roommate with pet allergies. It doesn't have the bells and whistles of an app, remote, or built-in air quality monitoring, but it's worked excellently and without issue for over two years (with regular cleaning and timely filter replacement). If you're looking for a cheap air purifier for your bedroom or other small room, this is the one I recommend to most people. Pro tip: Opt for the pet-specific replacement filter if you live with furry friends.
Additional Resources
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Conclusion
These deals are a great way to upgrade your tech without breaking the bank. Whether you're looking for a gift for yourself or a loved one, these deals offer a great value. Don't forget to check back often as we'll update this guide with the new picks we've found leading up to the main Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales event.
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