15 Top-Tested Things That Shouldn't Be Under $25, but Are Right Now
Today's Cyber Monday sales have made these expert-loved, top-tested picks super budget friendly.
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Cyber Monday sales and deals are well underway, and while it's true that today is a great day to upgrade and replace big ticket items while they're on sale (like Dyson vacuums or kitchen appliances like KitchenAid stand mixers), it's also a smart idea to think small.
As the Editorial Commerce Director at Good Housekeeping, I personally like to use Cyber Monday discounts to stock up on budget-friendly items, including household essentials like toothpaste and trash bags, plus my everyday go-tos like makeup remover and pet food. It's also one of the best (and last) times to buy gifts at a discount before you enter crunch time territory.
We used our deal-checking process to find the best, highest quality and most coveted items on sale for under $25 today, tracking prices over time to make sure that right now really is the best time to buy.
Best Deal
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes
The deal: 46% off
Why we like it: A staple in any makeup-wearers medicine cabinet or travel bag, these reader- and expert- favorite wipes are our best-rated makeup removing wipes. We use them in Beauty Lab tests to remove everything from lipstick to waterproof makeup.
Colorfulkoala High Waisted 7/8 Length Leggings
The deal: 20% off
Why we like it: Colorfulkoala makes our best value leggings, outperforming leggings that cost quadruple their price. One tester said, "I like them better than my other high-end expensive workout leggings."
The deal: 48% off
Why we like it: It's an editor-favorite skincare product for hydrating dry skin and turning dull complexions glowy with snail mucin, which dermatologists say adds to "its moisturizing, hydrating and regenerative properties.”
LEGO Disney Encanto Mirabel’s Photo Frame and Jewelry Box
The deal: 44% off
Why we like it: LEGO is a GH Seal-holder that's consistently loved by our kid testers during our Toy Awards evaluations. That's why LEGOs make one of the best gifts for kids this holiday season.
The deal: 32% off (15 cents/bag)
Why we like it: It's brilliant to use Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales as the time to stock up on household essentials. At 15 cents a bag, this is a great time to re-up on this trusted brand.
The deal: 73% off
Why we like it: This streaming sale on Hulu and Disney+ is one of the best deals our deal hunting experts have seen all weekend. This subscription still includes commercials, but the savings are still impressive.
The deal: 20% off
Why we like it: Owala is having one of our favorite Cyber Monday sales of the year on our top-tested tumbler for cold drinks. These coveted cups and water bottles rarely go on sale and are almost certainly on your teen or tween's wishlist this year.
The deal: 20% off sitewide
Why we like it: Baggu makes one of our top-tested grocery bags that folds down into practically nothing. I love keeping them stashed in pockets or glove compartments so I never have to pay for a single-use bag.
The deal: 25% off
Why we like it: This staple is an editor-favorite T-shirt for its comfy fit and flattering cut, and it's at its lowest price of the year right now.
The deal: 17% off
Why we like it: Our experts love AirTags for keeping track of your belongings with seamless integration to Apple's iOS technology — and today you can save $5 a pop and get it at its lowest price ever.
The deal: 25% off
Why we like it: Bombas are some of the best socks we've ever tested — they're cushiony without being too thick and come in a bunch of colors, patterns and heights to suit every style.
Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer
The deal: 50% off
Why we like it: This rechargeable hand warmer is an editor- and reader-favorite gift. People love the rechargeable pocket-sized warmer for staying cozy in the winter, and it's always a top-seller.
The deal: 63% off
Why we like it: Our best overall smart speaker is at its lowest price of the year right now. It's simple to set up and makes easy work of playing music and setting timers and reminders around the house. I have one in every room.
The deal: 20% off
Why we like it: Kids and our parenting editors love Squishmallows, and this 20% off sale is one of the best we've seen, making it a budget-friendly gift for any stuffie-loving kid.
The deal: 20% off
Why we like it: Our favorite weighted blanket on Amazon is on sale for under $24 today — we think it's a great gift for anyone who's ready to hibernate and watch Netflix on the couch until the spring.
Jessica (she/her) is the director of editorial commerce and product reviews with over a decade of experience as a product tester, reviewer, writer, and editor in lifestyle, travel, and beauty. She oversees Good Housekeeping's affiliate commerce strategy and content across product reviews, gift guides, product news, and sales and deals tentpoles. Previously, she was the beauty editor at USA TODAY's Reviewed where she created, launched, and ran its beauty vertical. Jessica is an on-air lifestyle expert for national television broadcasts including TODAY, CBS This Morning, Good Morning America, and Tamron Hall Show, in addition to hosting video series and producing on-camera product reviews. She regularly covers beauty, travel, and lifestyle trends for publications like The Boston Globe, USA TODAY, and The New York Times.
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