The Fourth of July is approaching, and it’s a perfect opportunity to purchase items you missed on Prime Day at discounts. Many brands and retailers are offering up to 65% off during the holiday weekend. This includes mattresses, patio furniture, ACs, outdoor gear, and summer clothing. I’ve been covering sales at NBC Select for nearly six years, so I know which deals are worth considering.
Top Picks
Here are some of the best deals available right now:
- Best bedding deal: Was $199.00, now $159.20.
- Best accessory deal: Was $49.00, now $18.99.
- Best tech deal: Was $129.00, now $99.00.
- Best travel deal: Was $39.95, now $29.96.
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Best Fourth of July Deals
If you dislike rubber eartips, the AirPods 4 offer a relaxed fit with a semi-open design. They provide up to five hours of battery life and an extra 25 hours using the charging case. You can use Siri and enjoy clear call quality with voice isolation. Without noise cancellation, they’re ideal for those wanting environmental awareness.
Yeti is offering discounts on Amazon, including a soft-sided backpack cooler. It holds 36 cans or 22 pounds of ice with a durable, water-resistant exterior. Weighing under three pounds when empty, it’s convenient for beach outings.
These bed sheets are recommended for hot sleepers. Made from 100% long-staple cotton with a percale weave, they feel cool and crisp, perfect for summer. The set includes a top sheet, a fitted sheet, and two pillowcases.
Best Grill and Beauty Deals
The Traeger grill features over 800 square inches of cooking space with a bronze hood. It includes an extra grill rack and a food thermometer for safe cooking. A display allows you to adjust the grill’s temperature.
As a beauty editor, this tinted SPF is a favorite. It’s lightweight and blends easily, avoiding cakey finishes. With 30 shades and enough coverage, it replaces foundation in warmer months.
Cooling Mattresses and Durable Cookware
Casper offers a cooling mattress incorporating Snow Technology. It maintains coolness for over 12 hours and is made from soft memory foam.
Anyday’s cookware is durable and multi-functional, being freezer-, microwave-, and oven-safe. NBC Select’s commerce editor endorses these dishes for microwave baking.
Water Flossers, Totes, and Vacuums
A cordless water flosser with a rechargeable battery comes with two tips. It holds water for 45 seconds and indicates battery status.
The Lands’ End Canvas Tote is highly durable, capable of handling groceries and other items comfortably.
An upright vacuum with a detachable pod features swivel steering for maneuverability and LED headlights for visibility. It includes various cleaning tools.
Hair Styling Tools, Outdoor Cameras, and Bags
A hot styling tool with temperature regulation prevents heat damage. It has a scalp shield mode for safer root drying. The SpeedStyle is compact and travel-friendly, with various attachments for styling flexibility.
Mini outdoor cameras stream footage to an app, offering live monitoring and communication. They alert users of motion and person detection, powered by two-year batteries.
The mini Athleta crossbody bag is ideal for summer trips. It accommodates essentials like a phone, wallet, and keys with adjustable straps for ease of use.
Facial Toner Pads and Hand Sanitizers
Medicube toner pads, a dual-sided favorite among NBC Select editors, provide exfoliation and hydration. Although cheaper during Prime Day, they’re still a solid deal.
Touchland’s hand sanitizer sprays are popular for their pleasant scents and non-drying properties.
Best Fourth of July Sales
Below are ongoing Fourth of July sales across various retailers:
- Target: Up to 40% off swimwear, tech, and more until July 4.
- Best Buy: Up to 45% off electronics and appliances through July 5.
- The Home Depot: Discounts on outdoor items during the Red, White & Blue Savings Event until July 8.
- Ulta: Up to 40% off during the Big Summer Beauty Sale through July 11.
- REI: Up to 50% off outdoor gear and apparel.
- Wayfair: Up to 70% off sitewide.
Why Fourth of July Deals Are Worth It
The Fourth of July offers some of the year’s lowest prices on big-ticket items. Recommendations are based on NBC Select’s past coverage and product testing. Deals included are those that:
- Are 20% off or more.
- Are at their lowest price in at least three months.
- Are highly rated with a 4-star average from multiple reviewers.
In my role as editor at NBC Select, I’ve covered key sale events, identifying bargains based on past reporting and product tests. Stay updated with NBC Select’s detailed coverage by following us on social media.