GoKawiilCNET's deals team and I are constantly on the hunt to bring you best discounts from your favorite retailers, like Amazon and Walmart. With the Prime Day sale just hours away, we're seeing quite a discounts starting to really amp up. But it's not always easy to tell if an offer gives you real savings or if its just retailer fluff, especially during a sale event. We rounded up the standout discounts our CNET shopping experts actually recommend this week, including savings on tech, home essentials and everyday favorites.
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Best Deals Under $30, Outdoor Party Edition
If you're gearing up for a weekend get together and it's going to be outside, there are some fantastic deals this weekend that will more than make a difference. And best of all, each one of these party deals are under $30.
Pimag Fly Fans (4 Pack) $30 (Save $4) If you've got any kind of food outside on a hot Summer for more than a few minutes, you know flies are what happens next. These fans have bright, shiny blades that spin in an unusual way to keep flies away. Four of these for $30 is a steal, and will make you the savior of the next barbecue. $30 at Amazon
Roshopi Rechargeable Fan $25 (Save $5) I love these small, battery-powerd fans. You can put them basically anywhere, and the battery will provide a breese for hours and hours. This one is $25 today, which is one of the better prices you will see for this type of fan right now. $25 at Amazon
iBaycon Solar Lanterns (2 Pack) $22 (Save $3) Hang up these solar lanterns in the backyard and never think about them again. They soak up the sun, and give you a nice, gentle flickering light in the evening. Grab these while they're cheaper, you will be happy you did. $22 at Amazon
Best deals of the week
Sothing/CNET Belkin Portable Charger Power Bank: $40 Save $10 The portable charger packs 10,000mAh battery and has built-in USB-C and Lightning cables. It can power two devices at the same time with up to 23W output. Belkin says it can provide up to 31 additional hours of battery life for an iPhone, making it a useful backup for travel days or long commute. It also supports pass-through charging, so you can recharge the battery pack and a connected device simultaneously. $40 at Amazon
Apple/CNET Chefman Everything Maker & Pizza Oven: $50 Save $10 This Chefman Everything Maker & Pizza Oven heats up in as little as three minutes and reaches up to 428 degrees Fahrenheit, which gives pizza crusts and tortillas a crisp finish. The 12-inch nonstick plates can also handle pancakes, omelets, sandwiches and more. The upright storage design helps it take up less counter space between uses. $50 at Amazon
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