Black Friday is officially here, and retailers are offering notable budget-friendly deals under $50 during the event. You can also find sales on beauty items, home essentials, tech gadgets and more, many of which run through Cyber Monday.
I’ve been covering Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals as an editor at NBC Select for four years, and I spent weeks combing through discounts to find the best Black Friday deals under $50 actually worth shopping. Each one I recommend below is highly rated and at least 20% off. When possible, I ran deals through price trackers to make sure they’re at their lowest price in at least three months. I’ll frequently update this list throughout Black Friday.
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Best Black Friday deals under $50
I found, vetted and wrote about every deal I recommend below. I worked with NBC Select editors to finalize the live list, which I’m frequently updating throughout Black Friday to reflect the most up-to-date prices.
Chamberlain Smart Garage Control
4.3-star average rating from 102,800 reviews on Amazon
Use this device to open and close your garage door directly from your phone via the companion app. It’s compatible with most garage door openers made after 1993, according to the brand.
Anker Nano Power Bank
4.2-star average rating from 7,139 reviews on Amazon
This portable charger is compact enough to fit comfortably in your pocket, purses and travel pouches. It has a built-in USB-C connector that’s compatible with the iPhone 15 and later versions, which folds down. The device also comes in a Lightning connector version for older Apple devices.
Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects
4.6-star average rating from 90,131 reviews on Amazon
One of our favorite at-home teeth-whitening products, this pack of Crest 3D Whitestrips comes with 20 treatments that brighten your teeth over time and keep them white for at least 12 months, according to the brand. You can use the strips once a day for 30 minutes. The kit also comes with two 1-hour express treatments for a more powerful treatment, according to Crest.
Owala FreeSip 24-Ounce Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
4.7-star average rating from 1,926 reviews on Amazon
The colorful Owala water bottles have taken social media by storm, and for good reason: They’re durable, leak-resistant and vacuum-insulated, so they keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours, according to the brand. You can sip using the built-in straw or tilt it back to drink from the spout opening. The water bottle has a push-to-open lid to keep your spout clean, plus a carry loop to comfortably take it on the go. Select colors and sizes are on sale for Black Friday.
Tile Mate (2022)
4.5-star average rating from 23,474 reviews on Amazon
Keep track of your belongings using the Tile Mate. The compact, water-resistant device attaches to your keys, luggage or wallet, and you can track their location via the Tile app. You can also ring the device if you need, or press the button on the Tile Mate to ring your phone
Amazon Echo Pop
4.7-star average rating from 69,726 reviews on Amazon
You can control this smart speaker using your voice and ask it to play music, give you weather reports and more. It’s also compatible with most smart home devices, including smart plugs, fans, lights and kitchen gadgets. Plus, the Echo Pop is compact enough to fit on your nightstand, mantle and other small spaces around your home.
Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Powder
4.5-star average rating from 63,886 reviews on Amazon
You can mix this collagen powder into both hot and cold beverages, including water, smoothies, coffee and tea. It has collagen sourced from grass-fed, pasture-raised bovine, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to keep bones, joints, nails and hair healthy, according to the brand. (Be sure to consult your doctor before taking any supplements.)
Amazon Smart Plug
4.7-star average rating from 565,368 reviews on Amazon
This smart plug helps you control gadgets around your home, including lights, fans and air purifiers, using voice commands or directly on the Alexa app. The plug fits into any standard outlet and is compact enough to free your second outlet.
Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence
4.6-star average rating from 74,607 reviews on Amazon
This Cosrx serum is one of our favorite facial essences because it has snail mucin to hydrate and plump the skin and target fine lines, according to experts in our guide to snail mucin. Suitable for all skin types, the serum is lightweight and hypoallergenic, according to the brand.
Blink Mini 2 (2-Pack)
4.4-star average rating from 3,759 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
This pack of two indoor security cameras helps you keep tabs on your home while you’re away by livestreaming directly to the Blink app. The app also sends you motion detection alerts, and its two-way audio lets you hear and speak to pets or people. Connect the Mini 2 to an Alexa-enabled device to see a live view, turn on your alarm system and more using your voice.
Starface Hydro-Stars Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches
4.4-star average rating from 6,818 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
These yellow star-shaped pimple patches are a fun way to target breakouts. They have hydrocolloid gel, which draws out gunk from your pimples and reduces inflammation. The patches also come in a travel-friendly case. Wear them overnight and replace them in the morning, or wear them for up to six hours during the day, according to the brand.
Best Black Friday sales under $50
Here are the best Black Friday sales under $50 to know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand or retailer is discounted as described below.
- Target: Up to 50% off products sitewide during Target Deal Days, plus 50% off a Target Circle 360 membership through Dec. 2
- Walmart: 50% off a Walmart+ membership through Dec. 2
- Sephora: Up to 50% off select beauty items
- Best Buy: Save on select smart TVs, headphones and other tech
- Chewy: Up to 50% off pet food, toys, beds and more
- Macy’s: Up to 70% off clothing, footwear, accessories home decor and more
- Dermstore: Up to 30% off using code JOY through Dec. 2
- Ulta: Up to 50% off select beauty items
- Old Navy: Up to 50% off sitewide
- of Brookline: Up 25% off sitewide using code BLACKFRIDAY25 through Dec. 1
- Our Place: Up to 50% off sitewide
How I found the best Black Friday deals under $50
All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. I also included products the NBC Select staff tested, including Wellness Award, Travel Award, Pet Award, Bed & Bath Award and Giftable Tech Award winners. All the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews. When possible, I ran deals through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in at least three months.
Why trust NBC Select?
I’m an updates editor for NBC Select who has covered deals and sales for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Prime Day and more. For this article, I gathered deals on highly rated and NBC Select reader-favorite products that are at least 20% off and at their lowest price in at least three months.
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