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Labor Day officially arrives this coming Monday, September 2. More than just an occasion to hit the pool with family and celebrate the unofficial end of summer, it's also a great time to save. Amazon's huge Labor Day sale has almost everything you could think of discounted, from lip plumpers to smart TVs.
If you're a Prime member, shopping from Amazon is a no-brainer. With free two-day shipping and other sweet benefits, the retailer stands out from the rest this Labor Day. Some of the best deals I'm seeing now include one of our top mattress picks, the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress, at 28% off. Book lovers can also save on the most affordable e-reader of Amazon's lineup, the Kindle, bringing it down to only $85 in the first deal we've seen in months.
This sale is a great chance to shop for gifts and back-to-school essentials if you need them but keep in mind that the prices aren't as great as they were during Prime Day last month. If you can wait until the confirmed Prime Big Deal Days scheduled for this October, those deals might be better than the ones we're seeing now, too.
I've gathered all of the best ongoing Amazon Labor Day deals below, including products for your home, kitchen, computer, and more. One of the best things about Labor Day is that other stores also participate in the festivities by offering discounts — be sure to check out my roundup of the best Labor Day sales to learn more.
The best Amazon Labor Day deals
Amazon TV deals
Samsung's 2024 flagship 4K TV is the brightest OLED we’ve ever tested. It features a new matte screen that nearly eliminates reflections, making it ideal for rooms that struggle with glare. However, the matte design gives black levels a slightly faded look in direct light.
- The brightest OLED we've tested
- Matte screen significantly reduces glare and reflections
- 144Hz refresh rate for smooth PC gaming
- Slim design with One Connect Box
- Doesn't support Dolby Vision
- Glare-free coating elevates black levels in bright rooms
- Pricey compared to 2023 counterpart
Roku's flagship Pro Series TV is a great all-around 4K QLED. Though similarly priced TCL and Hisense models have an edge in image quality, Roku's intuitive smart TV interface, handy backlit voice remote, and easy assembly make the Pro Series a worthy competitor.
- Great black levels and contrast for a QLED
- Good brightness and quantum-dot color performance
- Simple and intuitive Roku smart TV interface
- Voice remote is rechargeable and backlit
- Poor off-axis viewing
- Minor motion and picture processing issues
- Notable screen reflections in bright rooms
- No dedicated gaming bar feature
Samsung's high-end S95D uses a unique matte screen that can nearly eliminate glare and reflections. It's also the brightest OLED we've ever tested. However, the anti-glare design can give black levels a slightly faded look in bright rooms.
- Highest peak brightness we've measured on an OLED
- Anti-glare display nearly eliminates most reflections
- Smooth 144Hz refresh rate when paired with a gaming PC
- Thin design with One Connect Box for cable management
- Lacks Dolby Vision support
- Matte screen hurts black-level performance in bright rooms
- The cheaper 2023 S95C offers similar performance for a lot less
This 100-inch TV is a whopping size that will allow you to catch every inch of every game. With up to 800 nits of HDR brightness, local dimming, and a fast 144Hz refresh rate, this is one of the best values there is at this size.
- Great value for such a huge size
- Solid HDR brightness capabilities
- Fast refresh rate for smooth gaming
- Mediocre viewing angles
- Lacks Mini LED backlight for more precise contrast control
The C4 is LG's latest midrange 4K OLED TV. It carries over everything we loved about last year's C3 while offering a slight increase in brightness and support for a faster 144Hz refresh rate with a PC.
The G3 uses micro-lens array technology to get brighter than most other OLED TVs while still offering perfect black levels. It also has a thin "Gallery" design that makes it ideal for mounting on your wall. However, it does not include a traditional stand.
Amazon's inexpensive Fire TVs offer HDR, 4K picture with great affordability. This set comes prebaked with Amazon's Fire OS smart TV, which offers a full suite of content options out of the box.
The 2-Series uses Amazon's Fire TV interface for easy streaming access. With an HD screen rather than 4K panel, this display is meant for casual viewers who want a basic smart TV in a smaller size.
The U6 uses Amazon's Fire TV platform for access to tons of streaming apps. It also has advanced picture quality features like wide color and local dimming, that you don't usually see on TVs this affordable.
The Frame is Samsung's lifestyle TV with an art-frame-style bezel that you can swap. It also has a matte screen that makes it look more like canvas. You're paying more for design perks over picture quality here, but it's still a solid QLED that looks great on a wall. This package includes a magnetic teak bezel.
Amazon mattress and bedding deals
The gel memory foam of the Nectar makes it a versatile mattress that conforms to the contours of your body to relieve pressure. It's a premium sleep experience, but its price tag is way under a grand.
- Year-long home trial and lifetime warranty
- Lightweight
- Impressive heat dissipation
- Outstanding motion isolation and edge support
- The medium firmness is ideal for most sleep positions
- Lacks the dynamic feel of more expensive mattresses
The Casper Original Pillow offers the loft and support that side sleepers need but with the soft and fluffy feel of a down alternative.
- Soft and fluffy
- 2-inch gusset that provides support for side sleepers
- Removable inner pillow
- Machine washable
- 100-night trial period
- Loft is not adjustable
- Not as supportive as memory foam
The Lucid Bamboo Charcoal Memory Foam Mattress Topper incorporates bamboo and charcoal for its moisture-wicking and odor-neutralizing properties.
- Excellent cooling properties
- Great motion isolation
- Made of CertiPUR-US certified foam
- Stays in place
- Easy to set up
- May be too soft for some sleeping styles and body types
- Plush design hinders movement
Though people who sleep in a variety of position have positive things to say about it, the Leesa Mattress provides an exceptional balance of comfort and support for stomach-sleepers.
The Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow is a budget-friendly option with a plush, premium feel and breathable cotton fabric.
The Element mattress is a cheaper alternative to some of Casper's other options and offers a firm base and excellent edge support.
If you're a warm sleeper, the new Snow mattress from Casper is designed to keep you cool for hours of better sleep. Its hybrid build offers medium support.
Amazon tech deals
Whether you're trying to save money or just steer clear of extra bells and whistles, Amazon's base Kindle won't disappoint.
- The latest Kindle UI
- Affordable
- Palm-sized
- Not waterproof
- No automatic light or page orientation features
- Slightly slower performance than pricier Kindles
This is Amazon's top streaming stick. With its powerful processor and GPU, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is the fastest streaming device in its price range and now supports console-free Xbox gaming via Game Pass.
- Compact build
- Fastest navigation and loading times of any streaming stick we've tested
- Fire TV interface is a bit cluttered
- Not a huge upgrade over previous model
The Jackery Explorer 1000 Portable Power Station has impressive capabilities for a power station. It’s 1000 watts make it capable of powering a full-size refrigerator and more.
Amazon’s new fifth-generation Echo Dot offers improved sound quality over previous models, along with a temperature sensor and Eero WiFi extender capabilities.
The new Amazon Echo Spot features a brand-new display face and functions best as an alarm clock smart speaker. It offers rich sound and can control your smart home's other devices with the help of Alexa.
The 2023 Era 100 speaker from Sonos offers unrivaled acoustics for a "bookshelf" smart speaker, and it includes an innovative set of touch controls.
Amazon’s standard Fire TV Stick offers access to many apps and supports Full HD (1080p) streaming with HDR. This model also has an Alexa Voice remote that includes TV controls.
Amazon Apple deals
Apple’s over-ear AirPods Max boast a convenient selection of Apple-first features, impressive performance, and premium build quality at an equally premium price.
- Stylish and luxurious build quality
- Convenient Apple features and device integration
- Clear, full, and spacious sound quality
- Good noise canceling and natural transparency mode
- Limited features for Android and PC
- Heavy metal design
- Battery life is bested by most competitors
- Wrap-around smart case offers little protection
The Apple Watch Series 9 includes the latest S9 processor, a 2000-nit always-on Retina display, expanded Apple Health integrations with Siri, and a unique single-hand gesture to answer calls and interact with widgets.
- Double Tap Gesture is a great improvement for the Apple Watch's accessibility
- Faster chipset improves overall functionality and performance
- Battery life still maxes out at 18 hours
- Low Power Mode turns off a lot of useful features
The Ultra 2 is Apple's biggest smartwatch that features the highly useful Action Button, has multi-day battery life, and has a rugged design that's perfect for athletes.
- Multi-day battery life
- Durable, rugged design
- Uses the unique Action button
- Expensive
- Only available in one sizing option
- Limited customization options for the Action Button
Apple's handy tracking device comes bundled in a discounted four-pack. Airtags are easy to set up and allow you to track multiple items in the Find My app alongside your friends and devices.
You no longer need a $2,000 MacBook Pro to get a 15-inch display. The 15-inch MacBook Air stretches your viewing real estate and offers the latest M3 power at a budget-friendly price. The larger screen will also greatly benefit anyone doing lots of media editing or needing to view spreadsheets.
Amazon home and kitchen deals
Attitude Dishwasher Tablets leave dishes clean and streak-free.
- Cleans well
- Unscented
- No ability to change dose with tablets
- May not be widely available in stores
Thanks to the Dyson Ball Animal 3's powerful motor and brush roll featuring stiff bristles, this vacuum can get deep into thick carpeting, pulling up more dirt, dust, and pet hair than other upright models.
- Powerful suction
- Especially effective on thick carpeting
- Large Dustbin
- Detangling vanes on brushroll
- Wide variety of compatible accessories
- Easy to manuever
- Heavy
- Stiff hose
The Shark Detect Pro Self-Empty Robot vacuum has an auto-empty dust bin that holds up to 60 days of debris. It expertly adjusts suction according to floor type and the amount of dirt present and navigates around obstacles.
- Runs itself and doesn't get stuck
- Air quality options
- Control with an app
- Great on pet hair
- High price
- Needs replacement filters for tower
The Magic Bullet is a punchy little machine with outstanding accessories, and it gets the job done reliably at a surprisingly agreeable price.
Funboy's vinyl pools come in several fun (less kid-centric) patterns. They're 66 inches in diameter and 18 inches tall.
The Chom Chom Roller is reusable, works well, and is large enough for a variety of surfaces but small enough for easy portability.
This waterproof, sturdy mat comes in several colors and sizes and has a woven surface layer that traps litter and keeps it in place.
If you are looking for a budget-friendly workhorse and don't need high-end features, the Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S Max is your best bet.
No backyard is complete without a fire pit to gather round. Tiki Brand's wood-burning smokeless fire pit has an aesthetically pleasing design with a removable ash pan that makes clean-up a breeze.
Amazon beauty and personal care deals
With its water-resistant and hypoallergenic formula, this lip balm with SPF 36 from dermatologist-favorite EltaMD is great for sports activities and sensitive skin types.
- Water resistant
- Good for sensitive skin
- Contains antioxidants
- Can leave a white cast
Using a simple saliva swab, the 23andMe Ancestry + Traits Service is able to help you discover your ancestry composition from across more than 2,000 regions, and the traits report assesses your DNA to determine why you have certain characteristics.
- Second largest database available
- Some health tests are FDA-approved
- Identifies haplogroups
- Higher price due to health testing
- Health testing may surface sensitive information
The Family Tree addition to the baseline kit allows you to search more than 20 billion records on Ancestry and to trace your ancestors to over 80 countries so you can build and grow your family tree.
Although the swelling started almost immediately, this product takes about 15 to 20 minutes to kick into full gear. The clear, shiny hue is ideal for layering over other lipsticks (liquid ones, too!), glosses, stains, and balms.
We love the T3 AirLuxe blow dryer and named it one of our best blow dryer picks of 2023. It’s great for quick-drying and will last you a long time.
This water flosser removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas and is up to 50% more effective than floss. It also has a massage mode for gum stimulation and 10 pressure settings.
Amazon fashion deals
If you’re looking for a simple and affordable belt bag that provides durability and can fit an iPhone 14 Pro Max, this Ododos option from Amazon fits the bill. Best of all, it's $14 and just as durable as bags many times that price.
- Under $15
- Dozens of colorways
- Waterproof
- Not sustainably made
- People report some zipper issues
- Shorter strap
Made from 40 repurposed plastic bottles with vegan leather detailing, this sustainable bag offers a variety of specialized compartments fitted with clip locks to keep your belongings safe.
- 16-liter capacity
- Can be worn three ways
- Made from recycled materials
- Narrow compartments
- Some customers report zipper trouble
- Bells and whistles can be bulky
Allbirds Women's Tree Runner sneakers are crazy comfortable with a flattering and close-fitting silhouette and have a smooth but texturized upper.
Oakley’s retro-futuristic Flak 2.0 XL offers wrap-around eye protection with lenses that enhance colors while blocking glare.
Ray-Ban Aviator Gradient sunglasses encompass the teardrop shape that started it all.
The ideal outdoor tote, this carryall has a structured shape so it will sit up on its own and a waterproof and durable outer so you never have to stress about setting it on wet, muddy ground. The inside is incredibly spacious to hold everything from towels and water bottles, to your entire camp kitchen supplies.
The Herschel Supply Co. Little America Backpack is designed to carry all your daily essentials, including your laptop, and look good while doing it.
Check out Amazon's deal page for more great Labor Day savings. You can also find more retailers in our roundup of the best Labor Day deals here.
