Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best space gift deals live right now
It's the last day of Amazon Prime Day 2023 and we've spotted out-of-this-world discounts on telescopes, cameras, binoculars, drones, Lego and more.
Amazon Prime Day October 2023, otherwise known as Amazon Prime Big Deals days, is here and today is the last day. If you're looking for the best telescope, camera, binocular, drone, Lego deals and more, then you're in the right place.
We've found some stellar offers on Space gifts and gadgets at some out-of-this-world prices. Whether you're looking for a brand-new telescope, one of the best cameras for astrophotography or a set of Lego or Star Wars games we have you covered. See below for our round-up of the biggest, best discounts on Amazon Prime Day 2023.
AMAZON PRIME DAY 2023: BEST DEALS RIGHT NOW
- Telescope: Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ, $160 off
(Lowest-ever price) - Telescope: Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ telescope, 33% saving
- Camera: Canon EOS R5, $500 off
- Camera: Canon EOS R8 and RF 24-70mm lens bundle, $340 off
- Binocular: Celestron's SkyMaster 25x100 binoculars
- Binocular: Nikon ProStaff 3S 10x42mm, less than $100
- Binocular: Celestron SkyMaster 25x100 and carry case, $183 off
- Drone: Holy Stone HS700E, save $110
- Drone: Potensic ATOM SE, 20% off
- Drone: DJI Mavic Mini Combo, $50 off
- Star Projector: Pococo Galaxy star projector 36% off
- Star Projector: Astronaut star projector, save 20%
- Lightsaber: 'The Black Series' Darth Vader Force FX, 30% off
- Lego: LEGO Star Wars at-at Walker, over $50 off
- 3D Printer: Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K, $270 off
- Star Trek: Star Trek Discovery Type II Phaser, 14% off
- Model Rocket: Estes Destination Mars Colonizer Starter Set, $10 off
- VR Headset: HP Reverb G2, $200 off
We've found big savings on some of best telescopes, best binoculars and best cameras that we highly recommend and have fully reviewed. Discover more about Prime Day and the summer sales from other competing sites with our sections on what Prime Day is, handy tips for finding a bargain and weighing up this sales event against Black Friday.
Telescopes deals
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ: was $479.95 now $319.67 on Amazon.
Save $160 on the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130. It is an exquisite telescope for the beginner — whether they're wishing to get some assistance with navigating the night sky with the downloadable StarSense App or simply content with using the red-dot finder for star-hopping.
Celestron 70mm Travel Scope DX: was $109.95, now $72.07 on Amazon
Save 34% on this bundle from Celestron and give a budding astronomer everything they need to get up and running. A good quality instrument and useful accessories will make skywatching fun for anyone new to the hobby.
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ was $349.95 now $239.20 at Amazon.
Save 32% on the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ on Amazon Prime Day, a great scope for beginners that is still pretty powerful. You can easily see Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons and a whole array of deep-space objects.
Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ: was $319.95, now $191.25 at Amazon.
Save 40% on a telescope that offers a super-simple set-up, detailed views of the moon, planets and nebulas and is great for budding astronomers of all ages. We think it's one of the best beginner telescopes you can buy.
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ: was $469.95, now $279.96 at Amazon
Save 40% on this innovative push to telescope. Use your smartphone with the Celestron Starsense app to guide your scope to any subject in its vast database of targets. The package has everything you need to get up and running quickly and is perfect for beginners. This deal ends at 23:59 tonight.
Celestron 114LCM Computerized Telescope: was $439.95, now $389 at Amazon
Save nearly $50 off this computerized Newtonian telescope from Celestron. It features a motorized Go-To mount, and stargazers can use the hand control to navigate to and track approximately 4000 celestial objects. It also comes with a StarPointer red dot finderscope, aluminum tripod and two eyepieces (25mm and 9mm).
Binoculars deals
Celestron SkyMaster 25x100: was $499.95 now $391.76 at Amazon.
Save 21% on these mammoth binoculars for one day only. Once you have them secured on a tripod they will give you decades of incredible stereoscopic star-hopping.
Celestron Cometron 7x50 was $37.95 now $23.76 at Amazon.
Save 37% on these affordable beginner-friendly binoculars to get you gazing at the stars for less.
Canon 10x32 IS binoculars: was $1099 now $899 from Amazon.
Save $200 on these highly portable stabilizing binoculars that will let you take in the night sky jitter-free without the need for a tripod.
Celestron SkyMaster 20x80: was $199.95, now $90.86 at Amazon.
Save over $100 on the Celestron SkyMaster 20x80 binoculars in the Prime Day deals — perfect for stargazing, their 80mm objectives let in plenty of light and the 20x magnification captures stunning detail. You don't want to miss this deal.
Celestron Outland X 10x42: was $104.99, now $48.93 at Amazon.
Save more than 50% on these great quality entry-level binoculars from Celestron. Get closer to the action with 10x magnification, whatever the weather. This is the cheapest we have seen this model, at least in the past five years, but be quick, this offer ends at midnight.
Occer 12x25 was $35.99 now $30.39 at Amazon.
Save 16% on these tiny, kid friendly binoculars at Amazon, plus an additional 5% coupon can be applied at the checkout. For the price, we can't complain, and they gave us good views of the moon.
Camera deals
Nikon Z6 II was $1996.95 now $1,696.95 at Amazon
Save $300 on the Nikon Z6 II at Amazon — this impressive intermediate camera captures 24.5MP still images and 4K video recording, plus can shoot a whopping 15 minutes for long exposures — great news for astrophotographers!
Sony A7R IV: was $3199, now $2998 on Amazon.
Save $201.99 on this monster of a mirrorless camera that captures hugely detailed 61MP stills, 4K 30p video footage and can ramp up its ISO to 102,400 for shooting in the dark. We like it so much, we've named it the best camera overall in 2023.
Sony A6600: was $1398, now $998 on Amazon.
Save $800 on a telescope that offers a super-simple set-up, a stunning design, a Nikon eyepiece and an easy-to-use app that controls it. It features 7.7MP image resolution, a 450mm focal length, offers stunning views of both planets and deep space and has a database of over 5000 celestial objects and 37 million stars. We think it's the best smart telescope you can buy.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera was $3899 now $3399 on Amazon.
Save $500 and get Amazon's lowest-ever price on what we think is Canon's best-ever camera, which is saying something. It features 8K video capabilities and a 45MP sensor combined with a top-of-the-range autofocus system. You can argue that the specs go over the top a little, but this is a top deal on a top camera.
Note: Stock is a little low, so you'll have to act soon to get this great price.
Canon EOS R3 was $5999 now $5499 at Amazon.
Save $500 on this fantastic pro-level mirrorless Canon EOS R3 on Amazon — we loved it when we reviewed it shortly after its release and it could effortlessly handle anything we threw at it. If you're a professional, this camera will suit you perfectly.
Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera With Lens Kit: was $2297.99, now $1597.99 on Amazon.
Save $500 and get Amazon's lowest price on a camera that excels in both photo and video capturing. 4K 60p, 10-bit video and up to 180FPS slow-motion shooting abilities are the stand-out specs and this comes with a lens kit.
Canon EOS R6 + EF-EOS R mount adapter: was $2,498, now $2198 on Adorama
Save $300 on this full-frame mirrorless camera that's equally adept at shooting 20.1MP stills photos and 4K 60p video footage. With five-axis in-body image stabilization the R6 combines with lens IS for ultimate steadiness when shooting.
Sony A7 III Mirrorless Camera With 28-70mm lens: was $2198, now $1698 on Amazon.
Save $500 on an excellent mirrorless camera that offers a 24.2MP full-frame sensor, an ISO range of 50-204,800 and 4K video capabilities. It's Amazon's lowest-ever price and we rate this camera as one of the best cameras and best cameras for astrophotography on the market.
Lens
Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM lens: was $2183.22, now $1598 at Amazon.
Save almost 30% at a number of retailers, including Amazon, B&H Photo and Adorama. With the recent release of the updated version of this lens, they've slashed even more off the cost of the original version, making it an absolute steal and worthy addition to any photographer's kit bag.
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM lens: was $2198 now $1998 at Amazon.
Save $200 on this stunning wide-angle zoom lens — ideal for astrophotography and landscape shooting, pick this lens up if you don't want to shell out on an expensive prime lens.
Star projector deals
Cynlink Astronaut Star Projector: was $59.99 now $27.99 at Amazon
Save 53% on this Astronaut Star Projector this Prime Day. So much more than just a cute novelty, this wouldn't be out of place in any space fan's home — regardless of their age.
BlissLights Starport USB Laser Star Projector: was $14.99, now $10.49 at Amazon
Get the BlissLights Starport USB Star Projector for just over $10 in the Prime Day deals — it's so small you can fit it in your pocket and take it anywhere with you. Just plug it in and be instantly transported to the stars, we think this would make a great gift for any space lover.
BlissLights Sky Lite Evolve: was $59.99, now $26.24 from Amazon
Save over 50% on one of the best star projectors, the BlissLights SkyLite Evolve. It has three means of control — voice, app or single button. The shape means positioning options are almost limitless, and the pastel shades you can create are unique to this model.
Pococo Galaxy star projector: was $99.99, now $79.99 on Amazon
Save 20% on this already reasonably priced galaxy star projector which we've rated as one of the top star projectors you can buy right now.
Encalife Aurora Borealis Northern Lights Star Projector was $219.97 now $109.97 from Encalife.
Save $110 on a star projector that we think is the best for space themed parties and settings. We reviewed the Encalife Aurora Borealis Northern Light Star Projector and found it has a good quality built-in speaker, has a lot of features compared to other models and has Bluetooth, button and remote controls.
Lightsaber deals
Star Wars: The Black Series Luke Skywalker Force FX Lightsaber: Was $214.99 now $163.99 at Amazon
Take on the Dark Side with Luke's Lightsaber, over $50 off for Prime Day. With authentic sound effects and excellent build quality we've really got to hand it to Hasbro.
The Black Series Darth Vader Force FX Elite Electronic Lightsaber was $278.99 now $225.10.
Save over $50 on this Star Wars The Black Series lightsaber which we rate as the best out there at the moment. We reviewed this Darth Vader Force FX Elite lightsaber and found that it looks amazing, has the best-in-class effects and is great to display and use.
Star Wars: The Black Series Leia Organa Force FX Lightsaber: Was $264.99 now $168.12 at Amazon
Save nearly $100 with Leia Organa's Lightsaber. She may have not as much use out of it as Luke but you can be every bit as badass a Jedi.
Star Wars: The Black Series Darth Revan Force FX Lightsaber: Was $278.99 now $194.99 at Amazon
Featured in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Darth Revan's face was rarely seen. This doesn't come with an overly convenient mask but it does have an $84 discount.
Drone deals
DJI Mini 3 Pro drone was $909 now $693 on Amazon.
Save $216 on this excellent mini drone, down to its lowest ever price. It comes with professional standard specs like 48MP photos, 4K video and obstacle avoidance. This drone has a foldable design so it's easy to transport and it is sub 250g, so you don't have to worry about restrictions when flying.
DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo was $718 now $658 on Amazon.
Save $60 on one of the best beginner drones currently available. We also rate it as one of the best drones after reviewing the DJI Mini 3. It offers a more affordable price point, excellent image quality and it's sub 250g, so you don't have to worry about regulations when flying.
Holy Stone HS720G Drone was $339.99 now $209.99 on Amazon.
Save $130 on this Holy Stone HS720G drone. It has a 4K camera, GPS, automatic take-off, 5G Wi-Fi transmission, smart return to home, altitude hold, and more.
Battery life runs up to 26 minutes which is about par for a drone of this caliber. Plus, its suite of features should ensure it doesn't get lost.
Holy Stone HS175D was $249.99 now $118.99 on Amazon.
Save 52% on this Holy Stone drone. It features GPS, GPS assisted flight, altitude hold, a 4K camera, and much more.
The main difference between this and the HS720G is that this doesn't have 5G Wi-Fi transmission, but if you don't specifically need that, then this is a great deal. Also, while this has a 23 minute battery life, it comes with two batteries.
Lego deals
Lego Star Wars The Razor Crest: Was $139.99 now $97.99 at Amazon
Save $42 on this stunning Lego set that comes with five minifigs (including Mando and Grogu), and has an opening cockpit and cargo bay. It even fires a pair of projectiles!
Lego Star Wars The Justifier $169.99 $145.95 at Amazon
Save 14% on this epic model of this impressive ship from season two of The Bad Batch. Made up of 1,000 pieces, it's ideal as a playset or display piece, and comes with five minifigures: Cad Bane, Omega, Fennec Shand, Hunter and a Todo 360 droid.
Lego Star Wars Dagobah Jedi Training Diorama $89.99 $69.25 at Amazon
Save 23% on this fantastic display model that depicts the iconic scene in The Empire Strikes Back where Luke first meets Yoda. It features Luke's beat-up X-wing, Yoda's hut and, of course, minifigures of Luke, Yoda and R2-D2.
Lego Star Wars Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter $29.99 $23.99 at Amazon
Grab 20% off this great little playset of Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter. Made up of 282 pieces, it's ideal for younger builders, and comes with minifigs of Obi-Wan, R4-P17 and Taun We.
Lego Star Wars Obi-Wan Kenobi vs. Darth Vader $49.99 $35 at Amazon
Save 30% on this set recreating the epic fight scene between Obi-Wan and Darth Vader from Disney+'s Obi-Wan Kenobi series.
Lego Star Wars Death Star Trash Compactor $90 $72 at Walmart
Save $18 on a recreation of the classic scene from A New Hope where Luke, Leia, Han Solo and Chewbacca find themselves trapped inside a garbage compactor. To fully recreate the scene, the walls even move closer together in this model, which we absolutely love.
Lego Star Wars Dagobah Jedi Training Diorama $89.99 $69.35 at Amazon
Remember the scene from Empire Strikes Back where Luke Skywalker crash-lands into a swamp near Yoda's hut? This 1,000 piece set allows you to recreate that iconic moment. Complete with Yoda, Luke and R2-D2 minifigs, too.
Lego Star Wars Death Star Trench Run Diorama $69.99 $59.99 at Walmart
Save $10 on this made-for-adults display piece. It’s an epic recreation of A New Hope’s trench run, complete with two TIE fighters in pursuit of Luke Skywalker’s X-wing.
Lego Star Wars Dark Trooper Attack $34.99 $26.99 at Amazon
Save 23% on this fun cutaway that recreates an iconic scene from season two of The Mandalorian. It may be designed to be a playset, but it works just as well as a little display piece alongside the larger Star Wars diorama sets.
Lego Star Wars The Mandalorian's N-1 Starfighter $60 $47.99 at Walmart
Save 20% on this model of Mando's newest ship, the N-1 Starfighter. It comes with two minifigs: The Mandalorian and Peli Motto. And of course there's a little Grogu in there, too.
LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett’s Throne Room $99.99 $69.99 at Amazon
Save 30% on this set that allows you to create Boba Fett's Throne Room as seen in The Book of Boba Fett, and comes with seven minifigures.
Lego Star Wars Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing Fighter
$49.99 $40 at Walmart
Save $10 on this iconic ship when you get it from Walmart. This set has great playability options and comes with Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and R2-D2 minifigures.
Lego Star Wars Imperial TIE Fighter
$44.99 $36 at Walmart
Save 20% on this Lego Star Wars TIE Fighter that lets you use the Dark Side of the Force to hold off Resistance fighters. At 432 pieces, this kid-friendly (ages 8+) build is a great display piece and extremely durable for play. You'll also get several minifigures to pilot the ship.
Lego Star Wars Boba Fett's Starship
$49.99 $39.99 at Walmart
You can fly this iconic Star Wars ship for much less than usual. Boba Fett's Starship is a 593-piece Lego build aimed at kids aged 9 and up. You'll get The Mandalorian, Boba Fett and even a Carbonite brick with the set.
Lego Star Wars: The Mandalorian The Child
$89.99 $71.99 at Walmart
Save $18 on this Lego Star Wars The Child model.. If you're a fan of The Mandalorian then this could be for you, a massive 1,073 pieces means this will provide hours of fun when building.
Lego BrickHeadz Star Wars The Mandalorian & The Child $19.99 $15.69 at Amazon
This bestselling Lego building model set features two beloved characters from the live-action series Star Wars: The Mandalorian.
Lego Black Panther was $349.99 now $209.99 from Lego.
Save $140 on this hard to find, 2961-piece Lego Black Panther set. This features in our best Lego deals guide and is a top set at a top price, perfect for any Lego or Marvel fans out there.
Lego Star Wars Inquisitor Transport Scythe: Was $99.99 now $69.99 at Amazon
Save $30 on this epic transport ship from the Dark Side. Based on the Transport Scythe seen in Disney+'s Obi-Wan Kenobi series, it's made up of 924 pieces and includes minifigs of Ben Kenobi, the Grand Inquisitor, the Third Sister and Fifth Brother.
Star Wars deals
The Mandalorian Monopoly was $18.91 now $16.95 on Amazon.
Save 10% on the classic board game that comes with a Star Wars twist.
Star Trek deals
Star Trek Discovery Type II Phaser Prop Gun was $36.99 now $29.99 on Amazon.
Save nearly 20% on a replica prop of the Type II phaser from Star Trek Discovery. It's a 1:1 scale replica, officially licensed and is ideal for costumes and cosplay.
3D printer deals
Anycubic Photon Mono X2: Was: $529.99 now: $229.99 at Amazon
Save $300 on one of the best resin 3D printers on the market. The X2 has excellent print quality and it's super easy to use.
Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K: was $689 now $382 from Anycubic.
Save over $300 on an excellent 3D printer that we rate as one of the best 3D printers out there. We reviewed the Anycubic Photon Mono X 6K and found it had fantastic build and print quality, was easy to use and had a large build plate.
Elegoo Mars 3 resin 3D printer
Was: $273.99
Now: $170.99 at Amazon
Overview: This high-quality, high-detail resin printer is just what you need for printing figurines or other small to medium miniatures, and at this price it's a steal.
Creality Ender 3 3D Printer
Was: $232.48
Now: $169.99 at Amazon
Overview: This is a great printer for beginners or for those looking to trade up from a smaller model. It's easy to use and happily handle mid-sized prints.
Board & video game deals
Star Wars: Imperial Assault: was $109.99 now $76.99 on Amazon.
Save 30% on this sizable board game that features over 200 cards to ensure it can be enjoyed over and over again. Players must pit their wits against each other to control either rebel groups of Stormtroopers and the Empire's forces in skirmish missions.
Star Wars: Rebellion: was $109.99 now $76.99 on Amazon.
Save 30% on a board game that incorporates more stealth than most. It features two game boards as well as 150 miniatures so that players plot against each other to decide the fate of the galaxy. Suitable for four players age 14 and up.
Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi Monopoly: was $44.99 now $31.49 on Amazon.
Save 30% on this galactic take on a classic. Instead of property this board game features iconic setting from the movie and the game pieces are characters. It uses credits instead of dollars and it's suitable for six players age eight and up.
The Search For Planet X was $44.99 now $34.92 on Amazon.
Save $22 on a board game that's suitable for 1-4 players, has an accompanying app and players take on the role of astronomers in a real scientific investigation.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Board Game: was $59.99 now $28.99 on Amazon.
Save 52% on this pandemic style board game that includes cards and miniatures that allows players to play as legendary Jedi and fight off Count Dooku's forces together. Suitable for up to five players and those age 14 and above.
Cosmic Encounter Board Game was $69.99 now $48.99 on Amazon.
Save 30% on an excellent space board game that allows players to build empires, fight against one another or build alliances to control the cosmos. It includes cards, counters and game pieces.
ISS Vanguard Board Game was $159 now $125.74 on Amazon.
Save $33 (technically a little more) on another great space board game. In ISS Vanguard, players lead human intergalactic exploration missions in cooperation with each other. It includes cards, dice and miniatures.
Twilight Imperium Board Game was $164.99 now $115.49 on Amazon.
Save nearly $50 (30%) on another top space board game. In Twilight Imperium, players take command of one faction and compete for dominance through trade, politics and warfare. This game typically takes longer than the others on offer.
Model rocket deals
Estes Flash Rocket Launch Set was $28.99 now $20.04 on Amazon.
Save over 30% and get Amazon's lowest price for a while on this Estes model rocket launch set. It's 16.2 inches in length and offers cloud-base flights over 925 feet with a standard Estes engine.
Books, Movies & TV deals
Star Trek 10-movie Stardate collection Blu-Ray was $55.99 now $43.97 on Amazon.
Save 21% on this 10-movie Blu-Ray collection. It features the first 10 Star Trek movies from 'The Motion Picture' right through to 'Nemesis.'
VR headset deals
Meta Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headset (128 GB) + $50 voucher
Was: $349.99
Now: $299.99 at Amazon
Overview: The Meta Quest 2 can be used with a PC but it excels as a standalone virtual reality headset. There are so many apps and games you're unlikely ever to get bored.
Meta Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headset (128 GB) + $50 voucher
Was: $399.99
Now: $299.99 at Best Buy
Overview: Best Buy is offering the exact same deal, so it just depends where you'd rather get a $50 voucher for.
HTC Vive Pro 2 VR Headset (Full System): was $1399 now $1189 from Amazon.
Save $200 on a VR headset that will deliver a superb virtual reality experience.
The HTC Vive Pro 2 VR headset features 5K resolution (providing your PC is powerful enough), a pair of easy use controllers and a 120 degree field of view.
It's one of the most powerful headsets around, making our list of the best vr headsets.
HP Reverb G2 VR Headset was $599 now $399 from HP.
Save $200 ahead of Amazon Prime Day when you grab (what we think is) the best mid-range VR headset on the market. We reviewed the HP Reverb G2 too and found it was worthy of a place in our best VR headsets guide.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
Prime Day is Amazon's biggest annual sale, taking place over two days. It's usually performed in the summer months and is a complete exclusive for Amazon Prime members. Yes, you may be able to find a selection of non-Prime offers throughout the sale, but the best discounts come from membership.
To get all deal eligibility, you need to sign up for Prime membership. It's currently $14.99 per month, or $139 per year. You can also start a free 30-day Prime trial , as long as you haven't been a member in the past.
HOW TO SIGN UP FOR A FREE 30-DAY AMAZON PRIME TRIAL
1. Go to Amazon Prime
2. Select: Start your free trial
3. Follow the instructions
4. Start browsing deals
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Prime Day first began in 2015 to celebrate Amazon's 20th anniversary and to encourage consumers to open their wallets outside of the traditional holiday spending season, between October and December. The online retailer says its only goal in having Prime Day was to "offer a volume of deals greater than Black Friday."
The annual sale is now huge, attracting other retailers who try to compete with their own deals, and we'll keep you posted throughout the event. We'll show you what's going on at Amazon as well as other big retailers like Walmart, Best Buy and Target.
Pro tips for Prime Day preparation
Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events of the year and as such, a little bit of preparation will pay off. The six tips below will help you keep your energy up while looking for the best deal possible with the time you have.
1. Use the Amazon Prime free trial
This is great if you haven't had the chance to try out Amazon Prime in the past. Since Prime Day is for Prime Members only, first-time subscribers can snag a 30-day free trial of Prime.
2. Watch other retailers, too
Since other companies want to get the customers that Amazon is vying to attract, it's common for Walmart, Best Buy and other big box stores to get in on the action. Make sure to shop around at these companies as well to see if what they are offering is even better than Prime Day. The advantage of going outside the Amazon ecosystem is you don't even need Prime to participate, too.
3. Know what you want to buy
Make sure to consult our buying guides here at Space.com to make sure you're ready for the big event. Our best telescopes will show you which devices are best to spot planets, galaxies and other objects. Our best Lego Star Wars Deals will help the Jedi in your life, while Lego deals will get builders of all ages together. We'll continue to update these pages in the weeks before Prime Day to keep you up to date.
4. Stay flexible
We'll do our best during Prime Day to show you different versions of the same product, or equivalent products, to help you make the best choice available. Deals can expire quickly, so make sure not to get too connected to one particular product. More flexible buyers tend to be happier ones.
5. Start early
Gate-crashing deals are often the best ones to be found as the event begins. Especially for those big-ticket items with limited stock, like new Lego sets or certain binoculars or telescopes, you'll want to grab these items quickly before they disappear. Smaller gifts might not have as much demand, but if you really want a particular thing, it's better to jump on immediately.
6. Check back regularly
Amazon does update its pricing rapidly throughout the event, and we at Space.com will as well. What we often see is amazing deals popping up in the last hours, as stock suddenly gets released or new entries pop up on the Amazon website. So keep refreshing our pages and we will do our best to guide you through the hectic two days that make up Prime Day.
Prime Day, or wait for Black Friday?
Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday are both popular opportunities to offer sales on the big-ticket items space fans enjoy, like binoculars, telescopes, Star Wars kits and board games. Deciding when to jump is a careful consideration.
If you're an Amazon devotee, you'll likely want to stick to Prime Day as your big shopping event. While there are other stores that jump in, like Best Buy, Target and Walmart, those stores tend to hold back for Black Friday. Also, Prime Day has a more limited audience than Black Friday due to its membership, so you'll have an advantage when shopping for sales.
Naturally, if you want to get your items sooner, Prime Day is the time to jump. But if you want a wider range of retailers to consider, we will also keep you apprised of Black Friday opportunities when they come up. Stay tuned to Space.com in the weeks before Black Friday to see our coverage of the best space deals, all the way through to Cyber Monday.
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Celestron SkyMaster 25x100: was $499.95 now $391.76 at Amazon.
Save 21% on these mammoth binoculars for one day only. Once you have them secured on a tripod they will give you decades of incredible stereoscopic star-hopping.
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Jase Parnell-Brookes is an award-winning photographer, educator and writer based in the UK. They won the Gold Prize award in the Nikon Photo Contest 2018/19 and was named Digital Photographer of the Year in 2014. After completing their Masters Jase has spent a good chunk of two decades studying and working in photography and optics shooting and writing all over the world for big-name brands and media outlets. Now the Channel Editor for Cameras and Skywatching at Space.com their speciality is in low light optics and camera systems.