The biggest sales weekend of the year is underway with prices falling across the board.
From homeware to hoovers, beauty to bedding and travel deals to tech steals, it’s raining deals at almost every brand and retailer in the country.
The good news? Black Friday may have officially come and gone, but the deals going all weekend through to the other side where Cyber Monday is waiting. This year that is December 2.
Traditionally this is when electronics like TVs, air fryers, mobile phones, smartwatches and tablets go under the spotlight, but in recent years, it’s become a bonus day for 11th-hour sales action. There’s both risk and reward in waiting: you could see even lower prices - well, if stock doesn’t run out first, that is.
A relative newcomer to the collective Black Friday sales, the Tuesday after Cyber Monday is when its final call for all things travel.
Book a trip to that sun-drenched destination you’ve got on your bucket list, or finally make good on promises to visit friends and family you haven’t seen in a while. Whether you fancy a quick getaway on home turf or jetting off to much warmer climes - appealing for all come the cold light of January, we think you’d agree - our roundup will have you itching to click.
As veterans of Black Friday sales, we recommend jumping on a great deal the moment you spot it. Sure, you might save a couple of extra quid if you wait, but is it worth the risk?
With December here, stretch your Christmas budget further with deals on everything from decorations to festive food and drink, leaving you more cash to spend on presents like beauty gift sets and children’s toys. Stock up when prices are this low and you could be rewarded in the long run.
Stick with us at ES Best and we’ll see you through this year’s sale and out the other side - with a couple of bargains on delivery, hopefully.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Z Fold6 - 1 TB, Navy
Save £300 on the best and most advanced Android on the market. Samsung launched the sixth iteration of its famous folding phone earlier this summer, and the price has been knocked down considerably in Currys' Black Friday sale. With jaw-dropping features including AI, the phone-to-tablet handset is better than ever.
Was: £2099
Buy now £1799.00, Currys
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Orchid Eau de Parfum for Women
The gourmand aroma in the beloved Gucci Flora Gorgeous collection, the yellow-toned flacon is filled with the rich and potent notes of vanilla and orchids. It is a scent that plays off contrasts by setting the warming touch of vanilla with the fresh marine Ozonic accord that brings balance and prevents it from becoming overly sweet.
The fragrance leaves a lasting impression where only a little goes a long way and is refillable.
Was: £95
Buy now £76.00, Boots
Taittinger Brut Reserve Champagne
If you can’t pop a bottle of Tattinger at Christmas, when can you? Stash some away while you can make the most of £10 off at Asda.
Was £43
Buy now £33.00, Asda
Virgin Wine Deck the Halls with Decadence Drinks Box
With hosting season on the horizon, it’s time to ensure you’re well and truly stocked up for festivities. This mega box contains 16 bottles to keep everyone suitably quenched.
Was: £331.84
Buy now £249.99, Virgin Wine
Samsung The Frame 55” TV
Nothing ruins a beautifully curated home gallery wall quite like a bulky TV taking up precious wall space. Samsung has offered the perfect solution to this problem with the introduction of The Frame. This super thin, minimalist design masks itself as a work of art – so you can own a Van Gogh, or a Monet for a fraction of the cost.
Better yet, the frame is constructed of swappable bezels that are designed to mimic the appearance of a picture frame. Combined with the thousands of artworks you have to choose from, The Frame is fully customisable to suit your home aesthetic.
Was: £1399
Buy now £999.00, Currys
hyidecorart Wooden Framed Canvas Wall Art for Living Room
Elevate your walls with choice wall art. This framed canvas print of snowdrops in a garden offers chic, calming, country B&B vibes. It's pretty big at 24 x 36-inches, so ideal for filling a large empty space.
Was: £69.99
Buy now £55.99, Amazon
Dunelm Baytown Retreat 4 Poster Canopy Bed Frame
Dreaming of a four-poster? It's yours for less this Black Friday; Dunelm has this stunning dark wood as part of its sale offering. We especially like the carved detail on the headboard, adding a delightful vintage vibe.
Was: £1179
Buy now £825.30, Dunelm
Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet
Best for: portable streaming
The 10-inch screen of this budget tablet is ideal for watching streaming TV in bed or at a table, and if it’s content consumption you’re after, it doesn’t make sense to pay more. Despite being firmly tied into the Amazon ecosystem, you’ll be able to use it for Netflix, iPlayer and all the rest of the common streaming apps, along with Kindle ebooks and internet radio.
A case with a stand makes a good companion, so you don’t have to keep on holding it all the time, and there's no way to use it away from an internet connection, but if you’ll be camping within range of Wi-Fi then it makes for a useful travel companion.
Was: £149.99
Buy now £74.99, Amazon
PlayStation 5 Disc Console Slim
Calling all gamers! If you need to update your PS4 to a PS5, now’s your chance.
Was: £479.99
Buy now £400.00, Currys
Dunelm Beatrice Buttoned Velvet 3 Seater Double Sofa Bed
With a warm rust tone and rich velvet feel, this gorgeous sofa bed looks straight out of a Soho House branch but at a much more pleasing price. With the bed open, you'll fit two adults meaning it's ideal for overnight guests.
Was: £849
Buy now £679.20, Dunelm
Le Labo Tonka 25 50ml
Le Labo describes Tonka 25 EDP as “evoking the smell of warm skin” – and the brand couldn’t be more right. When you first spritz, you get the top notes of sweet vanilla and woody cedar. Then it settles to a powdery musk which is so subtle it feels as if it's your natural scent, making it perfect for guys who like their aftershaves understated. And, like all of the brand’s sprays, the scent sticks from morning to night.
Was: £170
Buy now £153.00, Fenwick
Amazon Echo Dot
For the smartest clock around, look no further than Amazon’s Echo which acts as a PA to tell you the time, the weather, traffic updates, or answer any random questions that pop into your head, like “Can dogs understand each other?”. You can also use it as a speaker and to control compatible tech, like lighting and heating. Available in three colours, it’s currently more than half-price.
Was: £54.99
Buy now £22.99, Amazon
Bosch Tassimo Style Coffee Machine with 2 Pack of Tassimo Discs
Save a whopping £83 on this Very good deal which pairs a Tassimo style coffee maker with two packs of discs to create barista-level brews. The compact appliance is ideal for small kitchens and boasts Intellibrew technology to ensure each cup tastes as refreshing as the last.
Was: £117
Buy now £34.00, Very
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
In Apple’s signature style, these over-ear headphones balance a minimal design with a powerful audio punch thanks to active noise cancellation and the brand’s trademark dynamic driver.
Was £499
Buy now £449.00, Amazon
Byredo Gypsy Water 50ml
French perfumer Byredo is offering a free 70g candle of your choice (which is worth £35) with every purchase over £150 during Black Friday weekend. Since the fragrances are £150 or above, it’s an instant win. My favourite blend is Gypsy Water which is powered by woody notes of pine and sandalwood balanced with the spiciness of pepper and incense.
Buy now £150.00, Byredo
KitchenAid 5KSM175PSBOB Artisan Stand Mixer Black
KitchenAid’s Artisan Stand Mixer from Argos comes with a dough hook, wire whip, flat beater, flex edge beater and not 1 but 2 stainless steel bowls. All your baking needs are taken care of.
Was £599
Buy now £449.00, Argos
Read More on Black Friday
When is Black Friday 2024?
The biggest sales event of the year began on November 29.
When does Black Friday end?
Black Friday culminates in Cyber Monday, which this year will be on December 2.
Why you can trust ES Best’s Black Friday coverage
It is getting increasingly challenging to sort the wheat from the chaff on Black Friday. There are just so many brands involved - but what’s really a discount?
The ES Best team are professionals at spotting a great offer, and having tried and tested all our products the whole year round, are poised to tell you what’s what on Black Friday when it really counts. We hate the idea of our readers wasting their money, so if you spot a deal in one of our guides, there’s a very good reason why it’s been included.
