Reddit users say these are the only Prime Day deals worth your money

Amazon Prime Day is here, and you don't have to spend hours scouring the site's pages like we do to feel overwhelmed with the sale's breadth. With so many brands, dupes, and gadgets competing for your attention, not every red price cut is worth your time or your money.That's one of the reasons we test and research products year-round to help shoppers spend their money wisely. Part of our research includes scouring platforms like Reddit for what real people are saying, including subreddits like r/BuyItForLife, where users recommend their favorite rice cookers, coffee makers, smart plugs, and more, specifically because they last a long time.And even if you're not in the market for a toolkit that will survive the apocalypse, there are lots of other subreddits that go wild when community-favorite items go on sale. Like the people at r/handbags who know to wait for Prime Day to get their Coach fix. There are even subreddits dedicated to finding the best deals on espresso devices or the lowest prices on Asian beauty products.Our team scoured these nice subreddits to bring you the best niche recommendations that our obsessive product journalists cosign. And if you want more of our expertly-culled deal lists, see our full catalog of the best Amazon Prime Day deals. Top 3 Reddit-favorite deals Recommendations from the r/BuyItForLife communityThe Reddit forum r/BuyItForLife is dedicated to finding products that will last almost forever. Its members are huge fans of brands that reject planned obsolescence and provide high-quality items designed to endure. Here are a few of their recommendations from brands that we also trust. Zojirushi UMAMI Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer NL-GAC10 The Zojirushi UMAMI Micom Rice Cooker & Warmer NL-GAC10 is a stylish cooker and a bit of a splurge, but you assuredly get what you pay for, especially if you primarily cook long-grain rice. Leatherman FREE K2 Folding Pocketknife The Leatherman FREE K2 is a slick pocket knife with 8 built-in tools, including a blade, screwdrivers, bottle opener, and more. It’s lightweight, super easy to open one-handed, and built tough for everyday use. Le Cruset Stoneware Rectangular Dish with Platter Lid The Le Creuset stoneware baking dish comes with a handy lid that doubles as a serving platter. It’s sturdy, heats evenly, and the bright Caribbean blue color looks great on the table or in the oven. Moccamaster KBGV Select 10-Cup Coffee Maker The Dutch-made Moccamaster KBGV is easily one of the most sophisticated home coffee machines on the market, touted for its impressive copper boiling heating element and glass hardware. Stanley Classic Legendary Vacuum Bottle Stanley is more than just a viral trend — it's a beloved name in the waterbottle and thermos industry known for its long-lasting and effective drinkware. The classic will keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours and offers a rust-proof stainless steel construction for durability. Lodge 15-Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet This hefty, pre-seasoned pan is perfect for everything from searing steaks to baking cornbread, and it’s built to last a lifetime Igloo Classic Playmate Coolers This ultra-classic cooler has been a beach staple for decades. The 16-quart version can hold beers, sandwiches, water, and whatever else you need for a day outdoors. Korean beauty productsK-beauty has skyrocketed in popularity recently, with tons of TikTok and Reddit posts praising the gentle, moisturizing properties of Asian-formulated skincare. See all Prime Day K-beauty deals for discounts on moisturizer, ceramide-rich masks, and more. Here are five of our favorites that come highly recommended on r/koreanskincare. Laneige Water Sleeping Mask The Laneige Water Sleeping Mask is silky smooth, hydrating, and will leave you beaming first thing in the morning. It's now marked down to $22.40 for Prime members, which is a new Amazon all-time low. Otherwise, find it for $32 at other sellers. Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream Mist This super-fine cream mist helps moisturize and refresh your skin. "I keep mine in the fridge for a spritz of cooling hydration," writes style editor Gabrielle Chase. "It absorbs quickly, too." Medicube Collagen Overnight Wrapping Facial Mask Pack Medicube is a major player in the world of Korean beauty products, known for its masks, pore pads, and more. This overnight mask is beloved by Reddit users with fine lines, acne scars, and hormonal breakouts, praised for its hydration and moisture retention. Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask These viral The BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Deep Mask is a jelly-like sheet mask that hydrates and plumps your skin overnight. It melts into your skin as you wear it and peels off easily in the morning. Laneige Lip Glowy Balm Compact in size, the Laneige Lip Glowy Balm is great to bring on the go. It offers all-day hydration and a slight glossy sheen. Smart home devicesNearly half a million users of r/homeassistant are dedicated to making their homes as technologically advanced as Disney's Smart House. Here are what they call the best Prime Day home device deals. Reolink Network Video Recorder for Home Security Camera System The REOLINK RLN8-410 is an easy-to-use 8-camera security recorder with a built-in 2TB hard drive. Just plug in Reolink cameras and it records 24/7. Hatch Restore 3 The Hatch Restore 3 now features phone-free controls and enhanced sound quality, offering you even more ways to personalize your sleep routine with over 50 sounds and 18 light colors, while minimizing screen time for a better night’s rest. Amazon Smart Plug You can plug any device into the Amazon Smart Plug to make it smart so that you can control the device in person with your voice or remotely with the app. Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance A19 Bluetooth LED Smart Bulbs (3-Pack) - Multicolor This three-pack of Philips Hue smart LED light bulbs is a decent way to to start turning your home smart. These bulbs work with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri digital assistants. At 44% off, this usually pricey item is a little more affordable. Coach handbagsLike tons of people on TikTok and our own style editors, the users of r/handbags have been obsessed with Coach recently. There are tons of Prime Day Coach deals available at prices lower than outlet stores. Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 28 This ultra-viral handbag has a silhouette that has been all the rage. It's made with Coach's praised leather craftsmanship, and the larger version made our list of the best work bags. Coach Tabby Shoulder Bag 20 Taking over TikTok and celebrity wardrobes, the Coach Tabby is the bag of the moment. Though it comes in different sizes, the 20 is an iconic silhouette that is relatively compact but still able to fit all your essentials. Espresso devicesThe subreddit r/espresso is a haven for coffee enthusiasts with lots of opinions on how to get the perfect grind. Here are some of their recommendations for what to buy on Prime Day. Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Pour-Over Kettle This stylish matte kettle has several features to give you the perfect pour-over: a precision pour spout, counterbalanced handle, 1,200-watt quick heating element, and variable temperature control. KINGrinder K6 Manual Hand Coffee Grinder The KINGrinder K6 is a solid, manual coffee grinder that delivers great grind consistency worthy of a coffee enthusiast without breaking the bank. Prime Day deals for parentsI scoured subreddits like r/budgetmoms for their best Prime Day recommendations on products both practical and playful. To see all sales, see Prime Day deals on toys and Prime Day deals on baby products. Here are some Reddit favorites: Nex Playground This modern play tool is a motion-based gaming system that turns your living room into an interactive play zone. Using a built-in AI-powered camera, it tracks your movements so you can interact with games like Fruit Ninja. Just plug it into your TV and go. Tonies Toniebox Audio Player Disney Starter Set Kids love the Toniebox for simple, interactive fun featuring some of their favorite characters. This Disney starter set comes with Woody, Lightning McQueen, Simba, Winnie-The-Pooh, and more. Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Baby Car Seat The Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Car Seat has over 6,700 five-star reviews and a 4.8 average Amazon rating. It works for weights between five and 65 lbs. and converts between rear-facing infants to forward-facing toddlers. A four-position extension panel adjusts to give kids an extra five inches of legroom so kids can stay rear-facing for longer. More Prime Day 2025 dealsPrime Day: See Amazon's homepage for the full saleAmazon devices: Save up to 60% on Fire TV Sticks, Echo speakers, and moreApple: Save on iPads, AirPods, Apple Watches, and moreBeauty: Save on sunscreen, makeup, hair products, and moreElectronics: Find discounts from Roku, Sony, and moreFashion: Get up to 40% off fan-favorite brands like, Reebok, Hanes, and moreGaming: Save on video game gift cards, PC gaming accessories, and moreGift cards: Save up to 20% off select gift cardsLuxury brands: Take an additional 20% off select luxury brands with the promo code LUXURYPD20 Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for more. Samantha Crozier is the women's style editor for Insider Reviews. She spends her days testing the newest it-bag, the workout set that's all over Instagram, or that viral dress that everyone is talking about on TikTok. Experience:Sam has spent a lifetime putting fashion trends to the test, and has been testing and writing about clothing for several years. In her current role, she is responsible for designing testing methodology for feminine clothing guides and working with writers to deliver the most trustworthy and best-tested shopping guides. Before joining the Reviews team, she was an editor on the Health Reference team where she focused on articles about sex and relationships, skincare, nutrition, and mental health.Why you can trust SamLike a great fashion friend, Sam always has the answer to questions about how to problem-solve when it comes to style. Need a great pair of heels for your wedding that you can wear for eight hours straight? Or perhaps you’re wondering what washable silk pajamas actually hold up after a dozen washes? She can help you find the perfect solution.One of her foremost areas of expertise is women’s shoes. In fact, she walked a mile in over 80 pairs of heels to narrow down the most comfortable heels on the internet. And her coverage on the best boots for women had her testing everything from low-cost Amazon picks to bespoke leather options to see what’s really worth it. All this to say that you’ll frequently see her walking her dog around Brooklyn in a pair of red slingbacks or knee-high suede boots.She is an expert on women’s workwear and work bags, having tested dozens of laptop bags, totes, blazers, and more.Sam is always on the hunt for a great bargain, whether it’s for big deal days like Prime Day or Black Friday, or just a regular Tuesday. ExpertiseWomen’s shoes, particularly heels and bootsPetite fashionWorkwearSwimwearJewelryEducation:She graduated from Tufts University with degrees in English and Political Science before joining Insider in 2020. Although she now lives in Brooklyn, she still travels to her hometown of Honolulu, Hawaii. You can reach her at: scrozier@businessinsider.com. Read more Read less You can purchase logo and accolade licensing to this story here.Disclosure: Written and researched by the Insider Reviews team. We highlight products and services you might find interesting. 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