Amazon Prime Day 2024: the best deals under $50

Amazon Prime Day marches onward, and while there continues to be an abundance of deals spanning all price points and categories, most of them will cease to exist once the clock strikes midnight tonight. And while many of the steepest discounts in the world of tech are still reserved for premium headphones and TVs, there are still plenty of budget-friendly gadgets and gizmos on sale for those looking to pick up cheap(er) basics, fitness bands, or one of several AAA games for the Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X / S, or PlayStation 5.

The bulk of the sub-$50 highlights below are currently exclusive to Amazon Prime subscribers, though, in some instances, retailers such as Best Buy and Walmart are matching Amazon’s pricing. That means, regardless of where you choose to shop, there are still ways to save on an assortment of Verge-approved goodies.

Sony’s adorable SRS-XB100 speaker offers USB-C charging, a built-in strap, and great sound for the price, rendering it a terrific travel speaker or home office companion. Read our review.

• The JBL Go 3 is currently on sale at Amazon for $29.95 $31.53 ($20 about $18 off), which is just under $7 shy of its lowest price to date. The compact Bluetooth speaker offers up to five hours of battery life, a built-in loop, and IP67 waterproofing, which makes it a great picnic companion so long as you don’t need something with booming sound.
• Apple’s basic USB-C EarPods are on sale at Amazon for $17 ($2 off), which is as cheap as they get. They’re nothing fancy, but now that the current iPhones use USB-C, you can easily take them from iPhone to iPad to MacBook with no fuss. And before you tell me that’s what Apple’s Handoff feature is for on its wireless AirPods, let me remind you that the mics on Bluetooth earbuds suck. Also, sometimes wired accessories are nice since you don’t have to worry about charging them.
• Amazon is still offering an invite-only deal on the tan version of Sony’s WH-CH520, which drops them to an all-time low of $35.99 ($44 off); however, you have to be a Prime member and request an invitation to purchase them. The affordable headphones are rated to last an astounding 50 hours per charge and offer solid sound for the money, but you won’t find premium features like active noise cancellation and voice assistants, both of which are present on Sony’s pricier headphones.

Amazon’s highest-end streaming stick is faster than its predecessor with Wi-Fi 6E and double the storage. It also now displays widgets and artwork when idle while continuing to offer a terrific selection of streaming apps and Alexa integration.

• Roku’s Streaming Stick 4K is down to $29 ($21 off) at Amazon, nearly matching its second-best price to date. Roku’s go-to streaming device is one of the more straightforward options you can get, with a big, easily accessible grid, great search functionality, and all the streaming apps you might want. It also supports Dolby Vision HDR as well as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri. Read our review.
• Amazon is offering a three-month trial of Audible Premium Plus for free through July 31st, allowing you to save $44.85 over the course of the trial period. The versatile subscription grants you one credit per month — which you can use to add any book you want to your Audible library — along with a rotating list of thousands of other titles.
• Prime members can currently get a five-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited for free, which equates to a savings of $50. Non-Prime members are also eligible for the deal, but they’ll only get three months for free. The $9.99 monthly subscription grants you ad-free access to millions of podcast episodes and over 100 million songs.

Assassin’s Creed Mirage is a back-to-basics take on the long-running Ubisoft franchise. It isn’t quite as expansive as recent entries like Valhalla, but it returns to the series’ roots by focusing on stealth and assassinations. Read our review.

• The Super Mario RPG remake is currently matching its all-time low of $39.99 (about $20 off) at Amazon. The newer Nintendo Switch game is pretty straightforward as far as remakes go, with the same heartfelt story and Final Fantasy-style turn-based battles that made the original for the SNES so beloved. Only this time, it looks a whole lot better. Read our review.
• The Nintendo Switch version of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge is on sale at Amazon for $24.99 ($12 off). That’s the second-best price we’ve seen on the retro-inspired beat ’em up, which takes the tried-and-true formula established by the ’90s-era TMNT arcade games and modernizes them with six-player co-op and modern pixel art.

• The Xbox Series X / S version of RoboCop: Rogue City has dropped to $49.99 ($10 off) at Amazon, which is an all-time low for the physical copy. You play as RoboCop (voiced by original actor Peter Weller) in the fan-servicing shooter, which takes place between the second and third films in the series.
• The PS5 version of Granblue Fantasy: Relink is down to $39.99 ($10 off) at Amazon, matching its lowest price to date. The quest-heavy, real-time action RPG lets you play with up to three friends and offers a variety of gameplay elements — from shooting to sword fighting — with each character wielding unique abilities and skills.

• Razer’s wired Wolverine V2 has fallen to $49.99 ($50 off) at Amazon, which nearly matches the best price we’ve seen on the excellent Xbox / PC gamepad. The pro-grade controller sports a few more enthusiast features than the standard Xbox Wireless Controller, including “mecha-tactile” switches under the D-pad and face buttons, trigger stops, and a couple of macro buttons for further customization. Read our hands-on impressions.
• If you’re not a fan of using your gamepad as a controller, the Long Edition of 8BitDo’s Media Remote is available at Amazon for $17.99 ($7 off). The handy Xbox Series X / S accessory features backlit buttons, a dedicated number pad, and plenty of shortcuts for navigation; however, your Xbox must be positioned within the line of sight to use the infrared accessory. Read our review.

The Echo Pop is Amazon’s newest Alexa-enabled smart speaker. It offers a unique semisphere form factor and can function as an Eero mesh Wi-Fi extender. Read our review.

• A four-pack of Matter-compatible Kasa smart plugs are $35.94 ($30 off) at Amazon when you click the on-page coupon. Since these are Matter certified, they are interoperable with Apple Home, Alexa, and Google Home ecosystems, allowing you to control various non-smart appliances around your house with whichever compatible app you choose.
• Amazon’s latest bedside smart speaker, the 2024 Echo Spot, is already on sale for $44.99 ($30 off) for Prime subscribers. The semicircular speaker is similar to the latest Pop in that it supports Alexa and can control various Matter devices in your home, only it also features a 2.83-inch, 240 x 320-pixel touchscreen with customizable clock faces and animations.
• Amazon’s latest Echo Show 5is available at Amazon for $49.99 ($40 off), which is just $10 shy of the all-time low we saw during Black Friday. The third-gen smart display is similar to its second-gen model but sports an updated mic array, improved processing power, and a (slightly) more powerful speaker system that allows for clearer audio quality and better bass.

• The Ring Indoor Cam (second-gen)is matching its all-time low of $29.99 ($30 off) at Amazon right now. Ring’s wired, motion-activated camera features a built-in siren, two-way audio, night vision, and 1080p HD recording. The second-gen version also includes a redesigned mount that lets you easily adjust the camera’s view, not to mention a manual privacy cover that disables all audio and video recording.
• Amazon is selling a two-pack of TP-Link’s Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switches for $19.99 ($8 off) — an all-time low. You can also get a two-pack of dimmers for $24.99 ($9 off). Neither requires a hub and both work with Matter, offering interoperability with the major smart home ecosystems.
• Tapo’s mini Matter-compatible smart plug (Wi-Fi) is just $7.99 ($12 off) for one plug or $20.99 ($28 off) for a three-pack. They lack energy monitoring, but if that’s not a deal-breaker for you, it’s hard to beat about $7 each for a smart plug with Matter.

This 8-in-1 USB-C hub delivers plenty of connectivity, including ethernet, a 4K / 60Hz-capable HDMI port, microSD / SD card readers, USB-C, and USB-A. It can also power your laptop with up to 85W of power.

• Apple’s official 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter is currently on sale at Amazon for $44.99 ($14 off). It’s more compact than the standard model, yet it can still charge up to two devices concurrently via USB-C.
• A 65W UGreen travel charger has dropped to $25.19 (about $15 off) at Amazon. It manages to fit two USB-C ports and a USB-A port into its petite frame, and a foldable plug also helps keep it compact.
• Anker’s Prime 67W GaN Wall Charger (3 Ports) is available at Amazon for $39.99 ($20 off), a new low. It offers fairly decent charging speeds for laptops, tablets, and smartphones in an incredibly compact package.

• The sleek Baseus Airpow Power Bank, one of the picks featured in our 2024 Mother’s Day gift guide, is currently on sale at Amazon for $9.91 (about $10 off). The 20-watt, 10,000mAh portable charger includes both USB-A and USB-C ports for juicing smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices at moderate speeds.

Keychron’s C3 Pro may lack switch options and rely on a USB-C-to-A cable for connectivity, but the entry-level mechanical keyboard offers dead-simple programming and an enjoyable typing experience for less than $30.

• Nerf’s first gel blaster, theGelfire Mythic, is now available at Amazon for $31.49 (about $39 off), which is its second-best price to date. The fully automatic blaster sports a removable barrel and a retractable stock; it also comes with 10,000 water-infused pellets instead of relying on reusable foam darts or balls.
• If all you want is a cheap way to dig into Amazon content, the latest Amazon Fire HD 8 is down to $49.99 ($50 off) at Amazon in its 32GB ad-supported configuration. The eight-inch slate offers solid performance for under 50 bucks, with USB-C charging, hands-free Alexa functionality, and up to 13 hours of battery life. Its HD display isn’t as nice as that of the Fire HD 10, but for the price, it’s hard to complain.
• Amazon is discounting many official Apple iPhone cases. You can, for instance, buy a MagSafe-compatible iPhone 15 case made from silicone starting at $28.99 ($20 off), which is $7 shy of its best price to date.

• Catan, aka the gold standard of resource management games, is down to $37.49 (about $23 off) at Amazon for Prime Day. That’s not an all-time low, but it’s the best price we’ve seen on the four-player tabletop game within the last year or so.
• The Lego rendition of Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing is on sale at Amazon for $34.99 ($15 off), matching its second-best price to date. The 474-piece model starfighter features retractable landing gear, two spring-loaded shooters, and a nice collection of minifigs, including Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and everyone’s favorite astromech.
• For the second time this month, Amazon is selling iOttie’s Easy One Touch Wireless 2 for around $39.85 (about $10 off). The Qi wireless dashboard charger — which remains one of our favorite car gadgets — comes with a one-touch locking mechanism and an adjustable foot that can accommodate most phones, including extra-large models up to 3.7 inches in size.

• A dedicated tripod is a far better solution than a rock for capturing landscape photos and family selfies. Fortunately, Joby’s GripTight One GP Stand is down to its second-best price to date at Amazon, where you can currently grab it for $16.15 (about $18 off). The sturdy stand can accommodate most phones thanks to its adjustable clamp, and it comes with a flexible design that allows you to anchor it on the ground or to a variety of objects.
• Sometimes you just need a high-quality extension cord with a low profile, three outlets, two USB-A ports, and a USB-C port. This five-foot cord from Tessan does all that and is currently just $15.19 (nearly $8 off) at Amazon. While it’s not the most powerful extension cord, it’s handy for road trips and bridging the gap in rooms where you don’t have enough outlets.

• The D&D Essentials Kit, which is aimed at those new to Dungeons & Dragons, is on sale for $14.99 ($10 off) at Amazon, which is one of its better prices to date. It includes a rule book, 11 dice, blank character sheets, a poster map, and even a few cards to represent magic items.
• The Glocusent book light is a favorite among resident Verge bookworms, and it’s selling for $17.99 ($15 off) at Amazon. The neck-worn light easily illuminates what you’re reading without you having to clamp anything to your book.
• Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag2 is on sale for $19.99 ($10 off) at Amazon. The ultra wideband location tracker works with the Galaxy Find network, making it a great option for those who own Samsung devices. It also sports a user-replaceable battery that lasts up to 700 days, along with a beefier IP67 rating than its predecessor.
• The 14-ounce Yeti Rambler can keep your hot drinks hot and your cold drinks cold for hours on end, and it’s currently just $19.50 ($10.50 off) at Amazon. It’s the humble, logical alternative to those pricey Ember mugs many of us love so much.

Update, July 17th: Adjusted pricing and added several new deals, including those for Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag2 and Tekton’s Everybit Tech Rescue Kit.