Amazon Prime Day 2022: the best deals under $25

Even with Amazon Prime Day going on, deals on inexpensive tech can be hard to come by. Nevertheless, they do exist, and some products are currently on sale on Amazon for less than $25. These deals encompass a range of products, from pint-sized smart speakers and Bluetooth trackers to 4K streaming sticks and video games like Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, some of which are on sale for the lowest prices to date.

Below, we’ve curated a list of just some of the best tech deals under $25 so even those on the tightest of budgets can save big this Prime Day. And don’t forget: for even more sales, be sure to also check out our guide to the best Amazon Prime Day deals available. We’ve also put together guides to the best anti-Prime Day deals at Best Buy, Target, and Walmart.

Smart speaker deals

Echo Dot (third-gen)

• $40

This puck-like Echo Dot is the third generation of Amazon’s smart speaker. It offers better sound than its predecessor, a compact design, and all the smarts that come with owning an Alexa device.

• $40 at Amazon
• $40 at Best Buy

• Not a fan of the fourth-gen Echo Dot’s orb-like design? The smaller, puck-shaped Echo Dot from 2018 is on sale today for $17.99 ($22 off). Sure, it’s not Amazon’s latest and greatest smart speaker, but it still offers a surprising amount of sound and can be used to set alarms and carry out a range of tasks via Amazon Alexa. Read our review.

Streaming stick deals

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2018)

• $25
• $0

The older Fire TV Stick 4K comes with the the third-gen Alexa remote. The streaming stick is fast and offers supports for Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HDR10 Plus, and HDR10. 

• Amazon

• If you’re looking for a streaming stick, Amazon’s older Fire TV Stick 4K with the third-gen Alexa remote is on sale for $24.99 instead of $49.99, which matches its Black Friday price. While not as good as the more expensive Fire TV Stick 4K Max, it’s still plenty fast and offers support for Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HDR10 Plus, and HDR10. Read our review.
• Roku’s Express 4K Plus is Roku’s entry-level streaming stick, one that is on sale for $24.99 ($15 off). The 4K streaming device supports HDR10, comes with a remote for hands-free commands, and works with Amazon Alexa, Apple’s Siri, and Google Assistant.

Location trackers and accessories deals

Tile Mate (2022)

• $18
• $25
• 29% off

The update to the Tile Mate doesn’t change much but gives it a softer, more rounded design to make it more durable.

• $18 at Amazon

• The 2022 Tile Mate is on sale for $17.99 instead of $24.99, which matches its best price ever. The simple Bluetooth tracker works with both iOS and Android and can help you keep track of your keys and other items from up to 250 feet away. Plus, it comes with a built-in hole — something you won’t find on Apple’s AirTags — allowing you to securely attach it to your belongings. Other perks include water resistance and user-replaceable batteries.
• You can buy Apple’s AirTag loop in blue, orange, and yellow right now for $9 instead of $29.99, which is a new all-time low on Amazon. As we previously mentioned, you’ll need a lanyard to attach your AirTags to luggage and other accessories, given that the AirTags lack a built-in keychain loop. Amazon is also selling Apple’s Leather Key Ring in yellow and orange for $19 instead of $35.
• For those who own a Samsung Galaxy smartphone that runs Android 8.0 or higher, you can buy the standard Samsung SmartTag tracker that lacks UWB for $17.99 instead of $29.99.

Gaming deals

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (Xbox and PlayStation)

• $25
• $60
• 59% off

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is a surprisingly good attempt at adapting Marvel franchise into a video game with a heartfelt story that won it the “Best Narrative” award at the 2021 Game Awards. 

• $25 at Amazon (Xbox)
• $25 at Amazon (PS5)

• Amazon is offering more than 30 games to Prime subscribers for free right now, including Mass Effect Legendary Edition and three Star Wars titles.
• Also, while not technically Prime Day deals, Amazon has recently discounted some video games and other gaming accessories to both Prime and non-Prime members. These include Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (Xbox and PlayStation), which is on sale for $24.99 ($15 off). You can also buy Forza Horizon 5: Standard Edition for Xbox for $21.99 instead of $59.99, as well as Sea of Thieves for Windows and Xbox consoles for $19.99 ($20 off). Read our Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and Sea of Thieves reviews.
• The durable PowerA Protection Case with Kevlar for the Nintendo Switch is our favorite Switch carrying case. Right now, it’s on sale for $17.99 instead of $29.99.
• If you’re on the market for a charger station for your Xbox controllers, PowerA’s Dual Charging Station for Xbox Series X / S controllers is on sale for $20.99 ($5 off).

True wireless earbud deals

Skullcandy Jib True

• $22
• $32
• 32% off

These budget-friendly buds offer six hours of battery life, decent sound quality (for the price), and an IPX4 sweat resistance rating.

• $22 at Amazon

• You can buy Skullcandy’s budget-friendly Jib for just $21.99 ($10 off). As far as budget-friendly earbuds go, The Verge’s Chris Welch thinks these are pretty good, given they offer six hours of battery life, decent sound quality, and an IPX4 sweat resistance rating.
• Skullcandy’s Dime are also on sale for $19.49 ($7.50 off). Like the Jib, these also feature IPX4 water resistance, although — on paper — they can only last up to three hours on a single charge or 12 hours with the included charging case.

Smart home deals

Govee LED Smart Strip Light 

• $23
• $40
• 42% off

This 32.8-feet LED smart strip light comes with 64 preset scene effects so you can create different vibes based on emotions, holidays, nature, and more. It also offers various music modes so, for instance, the light can pulse to your music and works with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

• $23 at Amazon

• Govee’s selling a 32.8-feet LED smart strip light for $23.49 instead of $39.99. These colorful smart lights offer various music modes and 64 preset scene effects. They’re also compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
• A single Wyze Bulb Color is going for $10.99 instead of $15.98 on Amazon right now. The basic, budget-friendly A19 bulb offers 1,100 lumens of brightness, support for both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and compatibility with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT.

Kasa Smart Plug HS103P2 (two-pack)

• $13
• $20
• 36% off

These Kasa smart plugs work with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant and IFTTT without a hub required.

• $13 at Amazon

• You can easily add voice control to any outlet with one of Kasa’s smart plugs, which are on sale as part of a two-pack for just $12.99 ($7 off). The handy devices work with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, as well as IFTTT, even without a hub.
• Kasa’s Smart Light Switch HS200 works with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant as well and is currently on sale for $12.34 as opposed to $19.99.

myQ Chamberlain Smart Garage Control

• $17
• $30
• 44% off

The mQ Chamberlain Smart Garage Control comes with a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-equipped hub and sensor, allowing you to close or open your garage door with your smartphone from any location.

• $17 at Amazon

• MyQ Chamberlain’s smart garage door opener is on sale for just $16.98 on Amazon (usually $30).
• If you’re on the market for a smart power strip, you can buy Kasa’s — which has three smart outlets and two USB ports — on Amazon for $22.99 ($7 off). Like other Kasa devices, it’s also compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Miscellaneous deals

• If you’re in need of a basic charger for your phone, Anker’s 511 Charger is on sale for Prime members for $13.99, or about $5 off its typical list price. It only offers a single USB-C port, but the 20-watt offering provides enough power to fast charge most smartphones. If you want two USB-C ports, you can buy this 40-watt Belkin wall charger for $19.99 instead of $30 (normally $30).
• TP-Link’s RE315 Wi-Fi extender is on sale for just $24.99 ($25 off), its best price to date. It’s a good option if you’re looking to extend network coverage in your home or add ethernet connectivity to another room.
• Chipofy’s LED-equipped, USB-C charging cable is on sale as part of a Lightning Deal at Amazon for $15.32 $15.30, which is about $7 off the cable’s typical sale price. Read our hands-on impressions.
• Zagg InvisibleSheild screen protector for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is selling for $23.57 instead of $39.99 right now on Amazon.
• Prime members can currently buy the Rocketbook Fusion erasable notebook, which comes with a Pilot Frixion Pen ​and a microfiber cloth, in select colors as low as $21.35 ($15.65 off). The 42-page notebook offers seven different page styles, including a weekly planner, task list, monthly calendar, a dot grid, and more.