Amazon Prime Day 2024: Everything You Need to Know
The wait is finally over, and Amazon’s UK Prime Day 2024 sale is just around the corner. This year’s sale promises to be bigger and better than ever, with dozens of major savings set to hit the virtual shop floor. Whether you’re after Kindles, Ring doorbells, toothbrushes, or fragrances, Amazon is slashing prices across hundreds of products.
Amazon Prime Day is back for its 10th year
As we count down the days to the big event, the TechSavvy Deals team is here to guide you through everything you need to know about this year’s Prime Day, including what it is, when it is, and how to get the best savings.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
Amazon Prime Day is a two-day sales event reserved exclusively for Prime members, which sees major savings across hundreds of products from Amazon and other retailers.
When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
This year’s Amazon Prime Day will take place on the 16th and 17th of July 2024.
What Time Does Amazon Prime Day Start?
Amazon Prime Day will officially kick off at 12am (00:00) on Tuesday, 16th July. You don’t have to be ready to go as soon as midnight hits, but if there’s something you’re really desperate to buy, it won’t hurt to check the prices as soon as possible.
When Does Amazon Prime Day End?
Prime Day draws to a close at 23:59 on Wednesday, 17th July, so make sure you get all your shopping done before then.
How Long Do Amazon Prime Day Deals Last?
Amazon Prime Day deals run for two days, from 16th to 17th July – so it’s actually Prime Days. However, be aware that not all the deals will last for the whole 48-hour period.
Do You Need to Be an Amazon Prime Member to Get Prime Day Deals?
Yes. To take advantage of Amazon’s Prime Day offers, you need to be signed up to an Amazon Prime account.
Is Amazon Prime Day Worth It?
How ‘worth it’ Amazon Prime Day is really depends on what you’re buying. If it’s Amazon-own devices you’re after, like the Alexa smart speakers, Fire TV Sticks, Kindles, or Ring Doorbells, then absolutely. Prime Day is also worth looking at for the back-to-school shop, as everything from clothing and stationery to laptops and headphones will be discounted.
Get ready for back to school with Amazon Prime Day deals
However, where we’d suggest holding off is for those big purchase devices like TVs and phones, as Black Friday is often a much better time to get these. Last year’s November sales also saw plenty of price drops on gaming consoles like the PS5, so you might want to leave any gaming purchases for now too.
Top Amazon Prime Day Tips
Just because something has a bright red label on it, or a big flashy percentage, doesn’t mean it’s a genuine saving. Luckily for you, we’ve got all the best tips and tricks for how to spot a real bargain.
- Create a wishlist and stick to it. Only buy the things you need.
- Sign up for notifications. As we’ve said, prices and savings will fluctuate across Prime Day, so it helps if you can have notifications set up to monitor them.
- Always check the RRP. Amazon is normally pretty good at showing how much you’re saving in a deal, but it’s still always best to check what the original sale price is, otherwise you might not be getting as good a discount as you think.
- Shop around other retailers. Yes, it’s Amazon Prime Day. But other shops will almost always lower their prices, too, to compete.
Get the best deals on Amazon devices during Prime Day
So, before you take the plunge on a new device, make sure you can’t find a better deal elsewhere. Very, John Lewis, Currys, and so many other shops are running sales today, so pop over there first before you commit.
Conclusion
Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see what deals will be available. Whether you’re a seasoned Prime Day shopper or a newcomer, our top tips and tricks will help you navigate the sales and find the best bargains. Happy shopping!
