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The 95 best Labor Day sales happening now

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, and while the prospect of cooler weather and shorter days can be a tough adjustment for some, at least there is always a great selection of deals to combat the post-summer blues. Lucky for you, we’ve gone ahead and rounded up the best discounts you can get on a variety of Verge-approved gadgets and goods, from earbuds and 4K TVs to the latest e-readers.

Being that it’s now September, it’s also a good reminder that the holidays will be here before you know it. Thankfully, some gadgets — including the latest Kindle Colorsoft, the M4 MacBook Air 13, and Sony’s WH-CH520 headphones — have fallen to their lowest price to date, making now an excellent time to get a head start on your holiday shopping. After all, there’s no guarantee they’ll drop lower in price, even when Black Friday and Cyber Monday roll around.


Speaker deals

Sonos Roam 2

Like its predecessor, the Sonos Roam 2 is a compact and travel-friendly Bluetooth speaker that easily syncs up with Sonos’ home audio ecosystem via Wi-Fi. While it looks much like the original, the Roam 2 has some small quality-of-life improvements, like a separate button for Bluetooth connections. Read our hands-on impressions.
A marketing image of a blue Sonos Roam 2 speaker.

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Sonos Era 100

Sonos’ Era 100 smart speaker is a replacement for the older Sonos One, utilizing two tweeters (left and right) and one larger woofer. In addition to Wi-Fi, the Era 100 also supports Bluetooth audio and line-in playback via an optional 3.5mm to USB-C adapter. Read our review.
A marketing image of the Sonos Era 100 speaker on a wood shelf.

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  • JBL’s Flip 7 is on sale for around $129.95 ($20 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and B&H Photo, matching its second-best price to date. The Bluetooth speaker is dustproof / waterproof and comes with an interchangeable clip and loop, allowing you to attach it to your bag. It’s a mono speaker, but you can pair two together for stereo sound, and it’s rated to last up to 16 hours per charge while in Playtime Boost mode.
  • Ultimate Ears’ Megaboom 4 is currently available at Amazon and Best Buy for $149.99 ($50 off), which is the lowest price we’ve seen this year. The 360-degree Bluetooth speaker carries an IP67 rating, floats, and can last up to 20 hours on a single charge. The button on the top can even be programmed to start a playlist on Spotify, Amazon Music, or Apple Music.

Beats Pill (2024)

The latest Beats Pill offers improved sound, USB-C, and native support for both iOS and Android features, including their respective Find My networks and voice assistants. It also bests the previous model with double the battery life and IP67 water resistance. Read our review.
A photo of the 2024 Beats Pill portable Bluetooth speaker.

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Headphone and earbuds deals

Apple AirPods 4

Apple’s AirPods 4 improve on previous models with better sound, clearer voice calls, and an even more comfortable design. For $50 extra, you can purchase a model with active noise cancellation and wireless charging. Read our review.
A hands-on photo of Apple’s AirPods 4 wireless earbuds.

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Beats Studio Pro

The latest Beats Studio Pro feature improved noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort. They also support lossless audio over USB-C, making them the first Apple headphones to do so. Read our review.

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  • Sony’s budget-friendly WH-CH520 have hit a a new low of $34.99 ($35 off) in multiple colors at Amazon. The on-ear headphones can tap into Google’s Find My Device network and support multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, so you can keep them paired to two devices simultaneously. They also support Fast Pair on Android and can last up to 50 hours per charge, which is impressive for a pair of budget-friendly cans.
  • You can now buy the latest AirPods Max with USB-C starting at $479.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. Apple’s over-ear headphones combine excellent sound with powerful noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode. They also feature deep integration with other Apple products and a premium stainless steel / aluminum build that makes them stand out from plastic rivals, even if they’re somewhat heavy to wear during long listening sessions. Read our review of the original model.

Sonos Ace

The Sonos Ace are the company’s first set of wireless headphones. They feature a premium, comfortable build and active noise cancellation, along with compatibility with Sonos Arc and other Sonos soundbars. Read our review.
A hands-on photo of the Sonos Ace headphones at an event in New York City.

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Beats Studio Buds Plus

The Beats Studio Buds Plus sport an eye-catching translucent option and build upon the original with improved sound, better voice quality, and more effective ANC. They also include swappable silicon ear tips and support for native iOS and Android features. Read our review.
A photo of Beats’ translucent Studio Buds Plus earbuds.

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  • Bose noise-canceling QuietComfort Earbuds are some of the best mid-tier earbuds we’ve tested, and they’re currently on sale at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart for $149 ($30 off), matching their second-best price to date. The wireless earbuds are comfortable to wear, and last around eight hours per charge with ANC enabled. We liked the way they sounded out of the box and appreciated their five-band EQ, which allowed us to tune them to our tastes. Read our hands-on impressions.
  • The Shokz OpenFit 2 offer a nice upgrade over the original model, and they’re currently down to an all-time low of around $139.95 ($40 off) at Amazon, REI, Walmart, and Best Buy. Each bud features two speakers: one dedicated to bass and another to mids and highs. The ear hooks have also been redesigned to be thinner, so the OpenFit 2 fit better while wearing glasses. Meanwhile, physical buttons were added to each bud, making it easy to control your audio. Read our hands-on impressions.

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2

The OpenRun Pro 2 are Shokz’ best bone conduction headphones yet, with better sound and more bass than their predecessor. Our reviewer Victoria Song praised their cozy fit as well as their USB-C charging (goodbye, proprietary charger!). Read our review.
Picture of Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 in front of sneakers

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Sony WH-1000XM4

Sony’s WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones still offer plenty of bang for your buck with excellent ANC, lively sound, and lengthy battery life. They’re not the company’s latest, but they remain an excellent buy. Read our review.
A person holding a pair of Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.

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Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Bose’s QuietComfort Headphones, which replace the QuietComfort 45, have adjustable noise cancellation and the ability to set custom modes. However, they lack immersive audio mode and the higher-quality Bluetooth found in the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

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Smart home deals

Tovala Smart Oven Air Fryer

Tovala’s smart oven / air fryer combo is designed to be used in conjunction with its scannable meal kits, which let you make tasty meals in about 20 minutes. Right now, you can get it for free when you buy it from Tovala and order meals six times over six months. Each meal costs around $12.99. Read our review.
The Tovala Smart Oven Air Fryer

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Blink Video Doorbell (second-gen-en) with Sync Module Core

Blink’s second-gen Video Doorbell records 1080p video in a 1:1 aspect ratio, allowing you to see the entire body. It comes with a Sync Module that acts as a hub, and hel to extend its battery life to approximately two years. Clips are stored in the cloud for a subscription fee of $3 per month, or locally using Blink’s Sync Module and a microSD card.
Blink's Video Doorbell with Sync Module

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  • Blink’s Outdoor 4 cameras can beef up your home’s smart security system, and right now you can get a pair at Amazon for $89.99 ($90 off), which is the best price we’ve seen since Prime Day. The 1080p security cameras are weather-resistant and can last up to two years before their AA batteries need to be replaced. Clips can be stored in the cloud for a subscription fee, or locally using its Sync module (included) and a flash drive. Blink’s five-camera bundle is also on sale for $199.99 ($200 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. 
  • Whisker’s Litter Robot 4 can automatically clean itself by sifting waste from litter, minimize odors, and keep track of your cat’s weight, which you can check in Whisker’s app. It was designed to accommodate cats of many breeds and sizes, and it works efficiently enough to be used daily by four cats. A bundle that includes the machine and a three-year extended warranty is currently going for $699 ($100 off) at Whisker’s online storefront.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is an excellent option for adding smarts and some style to your HVAC system. As well as being a smart way to control your energy use, the thermostat can also act as a video intercom for Ecobee’s excellent doorbell camera and an indoor air quality monitor.

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Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera

This is a great wired doorbell camera, and the only one that can use an Ecobee thermostat as a video intercom, making it a no-brainer for Ecobee households, as long as you can hook it to your doorbell wiring.

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  • Mammotion’s Yuka Mini 500H is a robotic lawnmower that looks (and works) like a robot vacuum, and it’s currently on sale at Amazon for an all-time low of $649 ($449 off). It uses AI and sensors to map out your yard, avoid obstacles, and find the most efficient route to mow. The 500H can keep track of up to 15 “work zones” and move between them independently; it can also run for up to 55 minutes per charge.
  • You can buy the GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker from Williams Sonoma and GE Appliances for around $599 ($100 off). If you don’t have the space for an outdoor grill, the handy gadget is a great way to add a delicious, smoky flavor to meats and vegetables right from your kitchen. It can’t handle classic BBQ cuts as well as a traditional wood-pellet smoker, but the built-in heating element does a nice job cooking your food while the smoke imparts it with additional flavor. The resulting meat might not be as tender as it would be if you were to only use smoke, but hey, at least it doesn’t take up a ridiculous amount of space in your backyard. Read our review.

Brisk It Zelos-450 smart grill

Brisk It’s Zelos-450 is a beginner-friendly smart electric pellet smoker with Wi-Fi connectivity and an AI assistant that suggests recipes and manages cooking. It features 450 square inches of cooking space and can reach temperatures of up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
The Zelos 450 AI smart grill by Brisk It, being used outside to cook a variety of BBQ foods.

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Ring Battery Doorbell (2024)

The 1080p camera on Ring’s latest Battery Doorbell has improved color night vision and a taller, head-to-toe field-of-view for package detection than the previous model. It also features better battery life and push-pin dismounting.
Someone installing Ring Video Doorbell

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  • The GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra is on sale for around $529.95 ($100 off) at Best Buy, Crate & Barrel, and Williams Sonoma. The smart gadget does an excellent job delivering a full batch of fresh, chewable ice in just 10 minutes, and can produce up to 38 pounds of ice a day. The Ultra is also easier to maintain than the base model, as it comes with a built-in filter for handling mineral buildup, a reusable air filter, and sanitization reminders. Read our review.
  • If you want smart lighting without replacing all the light bulbs in your home, Lutron’s Diva is a great smart home addition that’s on sale for $99.95 ($25 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. Once installed, you can dim your lights or turn them on and off using the switch, an included remote, or an app on your phone. It’s also compatible with all the major smart home platforms, including Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home.

Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit

The Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit has all the sensors and accessories you need to protect a two- to four-room house. You can also opt for 24/7 professional monitoring by signing up for a Ring Home subscription, which costs between $10 and $25 a month, depending on which plan you choose.
Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit

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Current Model P Smart Pizza Oven

Current’s Model P Smart Pizza Oven runs on electricity, gets up to 850 degrees Fahrenheit, and can cook a pizza in two minutes. Its companion app lets you customize your cook based on your pizza style and thickness. Read our review.

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  • Roborock’s QV 35A is available for an all-time low of $399.99 ($200 off) at Roborock’s online storefront. The robot vacuum mop / combo uses lidar to construct a 360-degree map of your home — allowing it to create a more efficient cleaning route — and works on hardwood, carpets, and rugs. Dust and dirty water are deposited into containers in the included charging base, which Roborock suggests you should empty weekly. You can even set the QV 35A, which offers 8,000Pa of suction power and a pair of self-washing mopping pads, to run on a schedule via its accompanying mobile app.
  • Eufy’s Robot Vacuum C10 is a slim robovac that’s designed to clean under furniture, and it’s down to a new low of $199.99 ($280 off) at Amazon and Eufy’s online storefront (with code WS24T2292111). The vacuum maps out your room to avoid obstacles, and you can set no-go zones to avoid certain areas entirely. Debris is deposited into a 3L container in its charging base, which Eufy says needs to be replaced every 60 days. You can also schedule a cleaning with Eufy’s app or your voice using Alexa or Google Assistant.
  • Our previous pick for the best budget robot and mop — the Dreame D10 Plus — is currently on sale at Amazon for $219.99, down from $400. It’s similar to the last-gen Roborock S8 in function but with a smaller water tank, less thorough mopping, and less effective obstacle avoidance.

Echo Show 5 (third-gen)

The newest Echo Show 5 is just as small as its predecessor, but it features updated microphones and a speaker system that delivers double the bass and clearer sound quality.

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Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch

This fingerprint lock is fast and reliable, and the keypad is a good backup option for visitors. It works with Apple Home and can be upgraded to support Wi-Fi — which you’ll need for remote unlocking, Android phones, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home support. Auto-unlock can open the door as you approach, and you can also use a key if you just can’t let go.

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  • You can buy Amazon’s ad-free Echo Hub at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target for just $129.99 ($50 off), which is $10 shy of its all-time low. The Echo Hub lets you control your smart home via an eight-inch touchscreen, one that even lets you check live feeds from your video doorbell and control your Ring Alarm security system. It’s loaded with a bunch of interactive widgets, too, while built-in support for both Matter and Thread means it’ll work with a whole host of smart home devices, in addition to Amazon Alexa. Read our review.
  • The Petcube Bites 2 Lite is on sale for $82.99, down from $149.99, directly from Petcube. The 1080p camera helps you keep an eye on your pets while you’re away, with a wide 160-degree view, night vision support, and two-way audio. It also features a built-in treat dispenser, so you can feed your pets when you’re not at home, though you’ll need to pay for the $9.99 a month if you want access to 24/7 livestreaming, smart alerts, three-day video history, and other premium features.

Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum

Dyson’s latest robovac is a great option for simple floor plans and carpets. It boasts a whopping 65 air watts of suction, a huge roller brush, and a spacious 500ml bin with an integrated handle that’s super easy to remove.

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Mill Food Recycler (second-gen)

Mill’s latest Food Recycler works overnight to shrink your food scraps by 80 percent and convert them into compost, which you can then use for gardening or dispose of responsibly. It has a 6.5-liter capacity, which Mill says takes roughly four weeks to fill, and eliminates most odors.

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TV and streaming device deals

Samsung QN80F

Samsung is offering a free 65-inch U8000F TV when you purchase select 98-inch (or larger) TVs. The QN80F features a 120Hz 4K panel, a custom-designed processor for AI upscaling and color optimization, and built-in Alexa support.
Samsung's QN80F mounted onto a wall above a media center.

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Sony Bravia 8 II

The Bravia 8 II was chosen as the “king of TV” by a panel of judges (including The Verge’s own Nilay Patel) in Value Electronics’ 2025 shootout. The OLED TV has excellent color accuracy, a bright panel, and a 120Hz refresh rate.
Sony’s Bravia 8 II mounted onto a wall on top of a media center.

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  • Samsung’s 98-inch DU9000 is a massive TV that’s back down to its all-time low of around $1,897.99 ($600 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. The set has a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR Plus support, and a direct-lit panel for more even brightness. It also has an AI processor to adjust its picture and brightness settings automatically, and upscale low-resolution video to look nicer on a big 4K screen. If you have a Q-Symphony-compatible soundbar, the DU9000 will even integrate its built-in speakers into the audio system.

Google TV Streamer (4K)

Google’s terrific TV Streamer (4K) is the company’s best attempt at a streaming device yet, with built-in ethernet, an excellent interface, and smart home compatibility with both Matter and Thread. Read our review.
A hands-on photo of the Google TV Streamer set-top box.

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  • If you need a 4K TV for a smaller space, Sony’s 43-inch K43S30 is available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart for around $448 ($51 off), an all-time low. It has a 60Hz direct-lit panel that’s great for casual gaming or TV and movie streaming, and includes access to Sony Pictures Core, an exclusive streaming service that lets you watch movies in ultra high quality. You can use Google Assistant to search for content or control compatible smart home accessories with just your voice.

LG C5 OLED TV

LG’s C5 features a 120Hz panel, along with four HDMI 2.1 ports and support for both AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync. The gamer-friendly TV also packs all the hallmarks of a modern OLED, including deep black levels and sublime contrast.

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TCL QM7K

TCL’s midrange QM7K has a QD-Mini LED TV with a 144Hz refresh rate, hundreds of local dimming zones for more precise brightness controls, and a Bang & Olufsen audio system.

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Gaming deals

Scuf Instinct Pro

Scuf’s Instinct Pro is its top-tier controller for Xbox consoles and PC. It’s one of the only third-party wireless options around, and for its very high price, you get rubberized grips, built-in mappable rear paddle buttons, hair-trigger locks, swappable sticks, and user-configurable cosmetics.

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The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening

The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening brings back the classic adventure from the original GameBoy to experience on the Nintendo Switch with an extremely cute art style. Read our review.

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  • You can pick up Split Fiction for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target for $39.99 ($10 off), which is $5 shy of the title’s best price to date. The cooperative sci-fi/fantasy game is filled with a variety of fun video game references, and although the story isn’t particularly memorable, it still manages to deliver a lighthearted, entertaining experience for two. Read our review.
  • You can grab a copy of Dragon Age: The Veilguard for $19.99 ($10 off) at Best Buy (PS5, Xbox Series X) or Target (PS5, Xbox Series X), which is just $5 shy of its all-time low. Arriving 10 years after Dragon Age: Inquisition, Veilguard starts slow but ultimately delivers an excellent story filled with choices and well-written, multidimensional characters. Read our review.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the captivating sequel to 2019’s Fallen Order, one that continues the story of Cal Kestis and his little droid, BD-1. It’s an action-adventure game blending elements of games like Tomb Raider, Metroid, and God of War with Dark Souls — except you’re a Jedi with a lightsaber. Read our review.
The cover art for Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, showing main character Cal Kestis and his droid, BD-1, in front of a desolate backdrop.

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  • Yoshi’s Crafted World, a Nintendo Switch exclusive, is currently on sale for $39.99 ($20 off) at Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. In the charming platformer, a woolly Yoshi explores a handmade papercraft world, dresses up in adorable costumes, and solves puzzles while eating enemies. Read our review.
  • You can pick up a copy of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for $39.99 ($20 off) at Best Buy. The Switch exclusive is a remastered version of the excellent 2004 GameCube title, one that retains its deep, interesting story while giving the well-loved RPG a welcome visual makeover.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership 

In this turn-based RPG, the Mario brothers sail across islands on a quest to return to the Mushroom Kingdom, fighting bosses along the way. It’s a lighthearted Nintendo Switch game full of clever gameplay, charm, and humor. Read our review.
A screenshot from the video game Mario & Luigi: Brothership.

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  • The sci-fi roguelike shooter Returnal is on sale at Best Buy for $29.99 ($40 off), nearly matching its best price to date. The PS5 exclusive is known for its challenging gameplay, beautiful visual effects, and excellent use of Sony’s DualSense Wireless Controller, which lets you feel everything from raindrops to the burst of each weapon. It’s even gotten better with age, thanks to a series of welcome updates that have added everything from a “suspend” feature to new gameplay modes. Read our review.
  • The Ultimate Edition of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales is on sale for $39.99 ($30 off) at Best Buy, which is one of the better prices we’ve seen in recent months. The excellent twofer includes a remastered version of Marvel’s Spider-Man — complete with faster load times, improved visuals, and all three DLC chapters — along with its excellent 2018 spinoff, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Read our Miles Morales review.

Logitech G Pro X Superlight

The original Superlight was one of its lightest gaming mice up you could buy until the release of the second-gen model. It remains a great mouse regardless, complete with a 25,600 DPI Hero sensor and a clean, minimalist design that features a single LED for displaying the battery level.
A close-up image of Logitech’s white G Pro X Superlight mouse in front of a headset and an RGB keyboard.

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  • You can buy the HyperX QuadCast S for $99.99 ($60 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which is $10 shy of its all-time low. The last-gen USB-C microphone features solid sound and voice quality, along with a tap-to-mute button, programmable LED lighting, and compatibility with PCs and consoles. It also offers multiple pickup patterns, though keep in mind that the recording quality maxes out at 16-bit/48kHz.

Tablet and e-reader deals

iPad (2025)

Apple’s entry-level iPad is an excellent tablet for casual use. Its high resolution screen is great for watching video, and its A16 processor is fast enough to handle light games and productivity apps. Read our review.
A photo of the 11th-generation iPad on a table.

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Kindle (2024)

Amazon’s new entry-level Kindle retains a six-inch, 300ppi display and USB-C. It’s brighter and slightly faster than its predecessor, though, and features longer battery life.

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