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Mac Sports Collapsible Folding Outdoor Utility Wagon — Top Pick Walmart deal price: $70; street price: $100
What we like: Our top pick for the best collapsible folding wagon. Simple to unfold and use. Can tow up to 150 lbs. of cargo. Lightweight and durable. Large wheels handle uneven terrain well.
Other things to know: Not ideal for heavy loads when going across sand, not rated for toting kids, and lacks locking wheels. Currently only available in black. First deal we've seen in over a year.
Read our review of the best collapsible folding wagons.
Apple iPad (9th Generation, 64 GB) — Top Pick Walmart deal price: $250; street price: $270
What we like: Our top pick for the best tablet for kids. Best combination of ease of use, performance, app selection, and price. The 64 GB version is a good buy if you don’t plan to download a lot of high-end games or 4K video. The robust app selection makes this model worth it.
Other things to know: Previous-generation model, but still fast enough for all but the most demanding tasks. Screen does not offer a 120 Hz refresh rate.
Read our review of the best tablet for kids.
WD Elements External Desktop Hard Drive (20 TB) — Another Good Option Walmart deal price: $280; street price: $400
What we like: Good external hard drive if you need a storage device over 10 TB. Former runner-up pick that we still like.
Other things to know: Typically more expensive than our main picks when not on sale, this matches the lowest price we've seen for this hard drive. Intended for desktop usage.
Read our review of the best external hard drive.
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 (40 mm) — Top Pick Walmart deal price: $270; street price: $300
What we like: Our top pick for the best Android smartwatch runs the latest version of Google WearOS. Speedy performance, bright 40 mm OLED screen, and a well-organized interface. Ample app support and a more durable build compared with competing watches.
Other things to know: Works best with Samsung devices but still the best choice overall if you use Android. Bixby voice assistant is changeable, but doing so is annoying. Not a significant upgrade over the Watch5. Available in graphite and gold colors.
Read our review of the best smartwatch for Android phones.
Acer Chromebook Vero 514 (CBV514-1H-34X9) — Another Good Option Walmart deal price: $350; street price: $500
What we like: Another good Chromebook option we liked in testing. Solid alternative if our top pick is out of stock. Fast enough for everyday tasks. Great battery life of 10-plus hours during testing. Integrates 30% PCR plastic into the design.
Other things to know: Larger and heavier than our top pick and has a dimmer, duller-looking screen that lacks touch input. Specs include Intel Core i3-1215U processor, 8 GB memory, and 128 GB NVMe SSD. Also comes with a laptop sleeve.
Read our review of the best Chromebook.
Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD (2 TB) — Top Pick Walmart deal price: $100; street price: $130
What we like: Our top pick for the best portable SSD, with 2 TB of storage. Reliable, fast, and reasonably priced. Uses USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 for ultra-fast transfers of 10 gigabits per second. Water and dust resistant with an IP65 rating. Easy-to-use software for monitoring and protecting your data.
Other things to know: Single USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port. Rugged case and three-year warranty. All three colors are on sale. Amazon Prime membership is required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best portable SSD.
Western Digital WD Elements Desktop Hard Drive (16 TB) — Another Good Option Walmart deal price: $224; street price: $450
What we like: Another external hard drive we like. Former runner-up pick. Good option if you need a storage device over 10 TB.
Other things to know: More expensive than our top pick, but lacks backup software. Comes with a two-year warranty.
Read our review of the best external hard drive.
Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Earbuds — Our Pick Walmart deal price: $278 (select colors); street price: $300
What we like: Our pick for the best noise-cancelling earbuds. Small but powerful. Sounds fantastic and cancels noise better than any others we’ve tested. The sound quality is fantastic right out of the box, further customization available in the Sony app. Eight hours of battery life. Great features including a simple hear-through mode, Alexa and Google voice-activation, dual-device connectivity and noise-reducing microphones.
Other things to know: May not be a good fit for users with small ears or who are very active. Not the biggest price drop. First-time deal. Amazon Prime membership required.
Read our review of the best noise-cancelling headphones.
JBL PartyBox Encore Essential Bluetooth Speaker — Another Good Option Walmart deal price: $200; street price: $250
What we like: Another good option for those looking for a more compact portable Bluetooth speaker with yard-filling volume and plenty of bass. Plays loud and sounds smooth. Splash-resistant with an IPX4 rating. Includes LED lighting. Pair two speakers wirelessly to form a stereo pair.
Other things to know: Weighs less than the JBL PartyBox 110 but also about 4 dB less maximum volume. Only comes with a microphone input and no guitar input (although plugging a guitar into that input does work).
Read our review of the best portable Bluetooth speaker.
Shokz OpenRun Headphones — Our Pick Walmart deal price: $90; street price: $130
What we like: Our pick for the best headphones for runners who don’t like earbuds. Bone-conduction headphones transmit music directly to the inner ear, leaving the ear canal open. Solid, lightweight build with IP67 waterproof rating. Easy-to-access controls. Clear vocal range.
Other things to know: Must crank up the volume high to hear lots of bass or deep tones, which causes the temple pads to vibrate and tickle. Two-year warranty. Proprietary charging cable. Matches the lowest price we’ve seen. Amazon Prime membership is required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best headphones for running.
Roborock Q5 Robot Vacuum — Also Great Walmart deal price: $260; street price: $430
What we like: A super-smart robot vacuum pick with better mapping, easier app navigation, longer battery life, and more reliable voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant than with our top pick. Excels on low- and medium-pile carpet and on hard floors.
Other things to know: Can’t clean rugs as well as our top pick. Doesn’t come with a charging station that can empty debris into a disposable bag like the Plus bundle does. Not as durable or repairable as Roomba robot vacuums. Matches the low we saw during Prime Day. Amazon Prime membership is required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best robot vacuums.
Roborock Q5+ Robot Vacuum — Also Great Walmart deal price: $400; street price: $600
What we like: Our pick for a self-emptying, super-smart robot vacuum. Bests our top picks in battery life, app usability, mapping performance, and voice-command response to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Large bin. Excels at cleaning hard floors and low- and medium-pile carpets.
Other things to know: Can’t clean rugs as well as our top picks. Not as durable or repairable as Roomba robot vacuums. Comes with a charging station that empties debris into a disposable bag. Amazon Prime membership is required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best robot vacuums.
KitchenAid Metal Food Grinder Attachment — Our Pick Walmart deal price: $75; street price: $85
What we like: Our meat grinder pick for KitchenAid attachments. Three different plates allow varied grind coarseness. Metal plates are sturdier than plastic models. Grinder and mixer are sturdy and long-lasting.
Other things to know: Grinding process creates about an ounce of waste scraps. For best results, freeze the entire attachment. We've seen this price pretty often, but it hasn't dropped lower in years.
Read our review of the best KitchenAid attachments.
Coway Airmega 200M Air Purifier — Runner-Up Walmart deal price: $130 (black); street price: $200
What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best air purifier. From the same manufacturer as our top pick and offers virtually identical features and performance. Has the light display-shutoff feature we like for bedroom use.
Other things to know: Choose this model over our top pick if you prefer the look of its square grille; plus, this deal makes it less expensive. White color on sale for $10 more. Solid deal, but we expect to see even better during Cyber Week. Amazon Prime membership is required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best air purifier.
Aquasana AQ-5200 Under-Sink Water Filter — Top Pick Walmart deal price: $106; street price: $125
What we like: Our top pick for the best under-sink water filter. ANSI/NSF-certified to almost completely eliminate lead, mercury, volatile organic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and microplastics. High-quality metal hardware. Faucet comes in multiple finishes, all on sale.
Other things to know: Replacement filters cost about $60 for a set, or $120 per year on Aquasana’s recommended six-month replacement cycle. To avoid damage, be cautious when installing. Option to install a second faucet using a 0.375-inch connector.
Read our review of the best under-sink water filter.
Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 E26 LED Smart Bulb (3-Pack) — Pick Accessory Walmart deal price: $76; street price: $90
What we like: Compatible with our upgrade pick for the best smart-lighting ecosystem. Can change between various shades of white and color. Bluetooth controlled.
Other things to know: Three-pack of A19 bulbs. Add a Hue hub to control bulbs remotely, use scheduling, and integrate bulbs with Hue devices and all major smart-home platforms.
Read our review of the best smart LED light bulbs.
Lego Creator 3in1 Cozy House 31139 — Our Pick Walmart deal price: $49; street price: $60
What we like: A house set we recommend in our guide to the best Lego sets for kids. Consists of three house options and comes with loads of tiny builds. All three structures have hinges for creating fully enclosed houses that make lovely display structures and swing back open for playtime.
Other things to know: The sheer number of smaller builds can be too much for some people, and the instructions are frustrating. The priciest Creator 3in1 set in our guide. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Read our review of the best Lego sets for kids.
Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 75366 — Staff Favorite Walmart deal price: $41; street price: $45
What we like: A clever Advent calendar provides one mini Lego build per day. Enjoyable for kids and adults alike.
Other things to know: One of a line of Lego Advent calendars we love. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
Read our review of our favorite Advent calendars.
AncestryDNA Test Kit — Top Pick Walmart deal price: $49; street price: $99
What we like: Our top pick for the best DNA testing kit. Makes it easy to explore your ethnic roots. Largest family-matching database. Thorough reports and interface. Presents test results in a clear manner with useful historical context. Straightforward instructions.
Other things to know: Can’t differentiate between maternal and paternal lineages. AncestryDNA may monetize your DNA data if you opt in to its research program. All DNA testing kits have privacy risks that you should take into account. Amazon Prime membership is required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best DNA testing kit.
Aura Carver Mat Digital Photo Frame — Pick Variant Walmart deal price: $143; street price: $180
What we like: A variant of our top digital photo frame pick. Offers easy setup, vivid display, pleasing design and near-zero pillarboxing. Loading photos and videos remotely is a breeze. Features two frame layers that give the look of a mat picture frame.
Other things to know: The 16:10 aspect ratio isn’t our preferred 4:3. Free Aura app works with iOS and Android phones. Available in two frame colors with the white mat. Amazon Prime membership required from Amazon, also available from Walmart.
Read our review of the best digital photo frame.
Bowflex Treadmill 10 — Runner-Up Walmart deal price: $2,000; street price: $2,300
What we like: Our runner up for best treadmill. Sports a more cushiony deck and more controls for speed and incline than our top pick. Lots of storage space for bottles and accessories.
Other things to know: It takes up a lot of room. Top speed: 12 mph. Max incline: 15%. Max Decline: to -3%. Comes with free 2-month virtual fitness JRNY membership.
Read our review of the best treadmill.
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