Dealmaster: Save on laptops, vacuums, and back-to-school supplies

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Whether you need a new laptop to catch up on some work this summer or you’re prepping for your kid’s return to school, we have plenty of deals for the summer. From storage boxes to noise-canceling headphones, and SSDs to pens and supplies, there are plenty of savings on our curated back-to-school shopping list.

Bose headphones

The QuietComfort 45s look largely similar to the previous QuietComfort 35 II.
Enlarge / The QuietComfort 45s look largely similar to the previous QuietComfort 35 II.
  • Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones for $279 (was $329) at Amazon | $229 at Lenovo
  • Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, Wireless Earbuds for $249 (was $299) at Amazon | Lenovo | Dell

Laptops, desktops, and PC peripherals

The Alienware 14 gaming laptop.
Enlarge / The Alienware 14 gaming laptop.
  • ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (14-inch Intel Core i7-1185G7) for $999 (was $3,649) at Lenovo
  • Chromebook Duet 3 (11-inch) for $290 (was $430) at Lenovo
  • IdeaPad Flex 5i (16-inch Intel Core i5-1335U) for $555 (was $860) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (14-inch Intel Core i7-1270P) for $1,624 (was $3,609) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (14-inch Intel Core i7-1365U) for $1,825 (was $3,319) at Lenovo
  • Yoga 7i (14-inch Intel Core i7-1355U) for $1,010 (was $1,350) at Lenovo
  • Legion Slim 7i Gen 8 (16-inch Intel Core i7-13700H and RTX 4060) for $1,460 (was $1,770) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 (14-inch Intel Core i7-1185G7) for $1,099 (was $3,869) at Lenovo
  • Yoga 7i (16-inch Intel Core i5-1340P) for $855 (was $1,140) at Lenovo
  • ThinkBook 13s Gen 4 (13-inch Intel Core i5-1240P) for $900 (was $1,579) at Lenovo
  • ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 (15-inch Intel Core i5-1235U) for $854 (was $1,499) at Lenovo
  • Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 (16-inch Intel Core i7-13700HX and RTX 4070) for $1,700 (was $2,000) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (14-inch Intel Core i7-1270P) for $1,448 (was $3,219) at Lenovo
  • ThinkBook 15 Gen 4 (15-inch AMD Ryzen 5 5625U) for $792 (was $1,389) at Lenovo
  • IdeaPad Slim 5i (16-inch Intel Core i5-1335U) for $575 (was $930) at Lenovo
  • Legion Tower 5i Gen 8 (Intel Core i7-13700F and RTX 3060) for $1,290 (was $1,650) at Lenovo
  • Legion Tower 7i Gen 8 (Intel Core i7-13700F and RTX 4080) for $2,370 (was $2,990) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (16-inch Intel Core i5-1345U) for $1,407 (was $2,559) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (13-inch AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5875U) for $1,090 (was $2,319) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (14-inch Intel Core i5-1335U) for $953 (was $1,589) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 (13-inch AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5875U) for $1,062 (was $2,259) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (16-inch Intel Core i7-13700HX and RTX A2000) for $2,599 (was $4,479) at Lenovo
  • ThinkBook 13s Gen 4 (13-inch AMD Ryzen 5 6600U) for $780 (was $1,369) at Lenovo
  • ThinkBook 13s Gen 4 (13-inch Intel Core i5-1240P) for $820 (was $1,439) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (16-inch Intel Core i5-1340P and RTX A500) for $1,489 (was $2,569) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (16-inch Intel Core i7-13700HX and RTX A1000) for $2,029 (was $3,499) at Lenovo
  • ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (16-inch Intel Core i7-13800H and RTX 4080) for $3,199 (was $5,519) at Lenovo
  • Inspiron 15 Laptop (15-inch Intel Core i5-1135G7) for $380 (was $530) at Dell
  • XPS 15 Laptop (15-inch Intel Core i7-13700H and RTX 4060) for $1,949 (was $2,349) at Dell
  • Dell 27 Gaming Monitor – G2723HN for $130 (was $260) at Dell
  • XPS 15 Laptop (15-inch Intel Core i7-13700H and RTX 4050) for $1,599 (was $1,999) at Dell
  • Latitude 5540 Laptop (15-inch Intel Core i7-1365U) for $1,649 (was $2,750) at Dell
  • Alienware m18 Gaming Laptop (18-inch, Intel Core i9-13900HX and RTX 4080) for $2,800 (was $3,150) at Dell
  • Latitude 3440 Laptop (14-inch Intel Core i7-1355U) for $1,039 (was $1,730) at Dell
  • Vostro 3420 Laptop (14-inch Intel Core i5-1235U) for $849 (was $1,285) at Dell
  • XPS 13 Plus Laptop (13-inch Intel Core i7-1360P) for $1,749 (was $1,949) at Dell
  • XPS 15 Laptop (15-inch Intel Core i7-13700H and RTX 4050) for $1,749 (was $2,149) at Dell
  • Alienware m18 Gaming Laptop (18-inch Intel Core i9-13900HX and RTX 4080) for $2,600 (was $2,900) at Dell
  • Alienware x17 R2 Gaming Laptop (17-inch Intel Core i9-12900HK and RTX 3080 Ti) for $2,300 (was $4,300) at Dell
  • Alienware m18 Gaming Laptop (18-inch Intel Core i7-13700HX and RTX 4060) for $1,900 (was $2,150) at Dell
  • XPS 17 Laptop (17-inch Intel Core i7-12700H and RTX 3050) for $1,699 (was $2,599) at Dell
  • XPS 13 Plus Laptop (13-inch Intel Core i7-1360P) for $1,749 (was $1,949) at Dell
  • Dell UltraSharp 24 Monitor – U2422H for $285 (was $380) at Dell
  • Alienware 34 Curved QD-OLED – AW3423DWF for $1,000 (was $1,100) at Dell
  • Dell 34 Curved Monitor – S3422DW for $430 (was $480) at Dell
  • Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor – U2723QE for $585 (was $780) at Dell
  • Dell UltraSharp 49 Curved USB-C Hub Monitor – U4924DW for $1,275 (was $1,700) at Dell
  • Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Video Conferencing Monitor – U3223QZ for $1,200 (was $1,600) at Dell

Apple

AirTag box at an Apple Store on April 30, 2021, in Sydney, Australia.
Enlarge / AirTag box at an Apple Store on April 30, 2021, in Sydney, Australia.
Getty Images | James D. Morgan
  • Apple AirTag 4 Pack for $89 (was $99) at Amazon
  • MacBook Pro Laptop M2 14-inch for $1,799 (was $1,999) at Amazon
  • MacBook Pro Laptop M2 16-inch for $2,249 (was $2,499) at Amazon

Vacuums

  • Shark CH963AMZ 2-in-1 Cordless & Handheld Vacuum Ultracyclone System for $100 (was $150) at Amazon
  • Shark IZ483H Vertex Cordless Stick Vacuum with DuoClean PowerFins for $300 (was $500) at Amazon
  • Shark WS633 WANDVAC System Pet Pro Cordless Stick & Handheld Vacuum Combo 3-in-1 Ultra-Lightweight Powerful with Boost Mode for $170 (was $242) at Amazon
  • Shark AV2501S AI Ultra Robot Vacuum, with Matrix Clean for $330 (was $550) at Amazon
  • Shark IQ Robot Vacuum AV992 Row Cleaning for $250 (was $384) at Amazon
  • roborock Q5 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, Strong 2700Pa Suction for $300 after coupon (was $430) at Amazon

Fire TV deals

Set your TV on fire with fiery deals!
Enlarge / Set your TV on fire with fiery deals!
  • Amazon Fire TV 55-inch 4-Series 4K UHD for $340 (was $520) at Amazon
  • INSIGNIA 32-inch Class F20 Series Smart HD 720p Fire TV for $80 (was $150) at Amazon
  • INSIGNIA 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV for $130 (was $200) at Amazon
  • Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series 720p HD for $130 (was $200) at Amazon

DeWalt tools

DeWalt drill kit with carrying bag.
Enlarge / DeWalt drill kit with carrying bag.
  • DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill Driver for $99 (was $122) at Amazon
  • DeWalt Drill Bit Set, 14-Piece, 135 Degree Split Point, Titanium Nitride Coated for $16 (was $24) at Amazon
  • DeWalt DW1341 14-Piece Titanium Nitride Speed Tip Drill Bit Set for $20 (was $25) at Amazon

Home and office

TP-Link's Deco X10 Wi-Fi 6 mesh product.
Enlarge / TP-Link’s Deco X10 Wi-Fi 6 mesh product.
  • TP-Link Deco AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System(Deco XE75) 3-pack for $330 (was $450) at Amazon
  • TP-Link Deco AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System(Deco XE75) 2-pack for $230 (was $300) at Amazon
  • TP-Link Deco AX7800 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System (Deco X95) 2-pack for $350 (was $450) at Amazon
  • TP-Link AC1900 Wi-Fi Extender (RE550) for $70 (was $80) at Amazon
  • TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE330) for $36 (was $45) at Amazon
  • TP-Link AC2600 Wi-Fi Extender(RE650) for $90 (was $150) at Amazon
  • AERLANG Portable Handheld Percussion Massager Gun with 6 Massage Heads for $27 (was $90) at Amazon
  • TOLOCO Massage Gun, Muscle Massage Gun Deep Tissue for Athletes with 10 Massage Heads for $40 (was $80) at Amazon
  • First Alert BRK CO5120BN Hardwired Carbon Monoxide (CO2) Detector with Battery Backup for $28 (was $31) at Amazon
  • First Alert AUTOMAR10 Car and Marine Fire Extinguisher for $24 (was $39) at Amazon
  • Chef’s Path Premium Pasta Containers with Lids for Kitchen & Pantry Organization for $27 (was $36) at Amazon
  • Instant Pot Vortex Pro 10 Quart Air Fryer, 9-in-1 Rotisserie and Convection Oven for $130 (was $170) at Amazon
  • First Alert CO600 Plug-In Carbon Monoxide Detector for $20 (was $22) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA 3-Tier Adjustable Steel Storage Rack with Removable Locking Casters for $45 (was $50) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA 30.6 Quart WEATHERPRO Plastic Storage Box with Durable Lid 6-pack for $117 (was $130) at Amazon
  • First Alert PR700 Slim Photoelectric Smoke Alarm 3-pack for $30 (was $36) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA 30 Quart WEATHERPRO Plastic Storage Box with Durable Lid and Seal and Secure Latching Buckles, Clear With Blue Buckles, Weathertight, 3 Pack for $66 (was $73) at Amazon
  • Kasa Smart 3 Way Dimmer Switch kit for $37 (was $55) at Amazon
  • Kasa Smart Plug KP200, In-Wall Smart Home Wi-Fi Outlet for $20 (was $30) at Amazon
  • Kasa Smart Light Switch HS200, Single Pole, Needs Neutral Wire for $14 (was $20) at Amazon
  • 2 Pack Power Strip Surge Protector – 6 Outlets 2 USB Ports 5Ft Long Extension Cords for $21 (was $35) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA 6 Pack Fits 8.5×11-inch Portable Project Storage Case with Snap-Tight Latch 6-pack for $36 (was $40) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA Double Table Height Adjustable Mobile Laptop Cart for $60 (was $70) at Amazon
  • Sky Solutions Anti Fatigue Floor Mat for $38 (was $45) at Amazon
  • FIRST ALERT CO250B Family Gard Basics Carbon Monoxide Alarm 4-Pack for $71 (was $79) at Amazon
  • FIRST ALERT HOME2PRO Rechargeable Compliance Fire Extinguisher for $42 (was $50) at Amazon
  • First Alert 0827B Ionization Smoke Alarm with 10-Year Sealed Tamper-Proof Battery for $17 (was $37) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA 34 Qt. Stackable Plastic Drawers for Clothes, Medium, 4 Pack for $72 (was $80) at Amazon
  • First Alert BRK SC9120FF Hardwired Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector with Battery Backup for $29 (was $34) at Amazon
  • First Alert 9120B Smoke Detector, Hardwired Alarm with Battery Backup, 6-Pack for $46 (was $60) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA Clothing Rack, Clothes Rack with 2 Wood Shelves for $68 (was $80) at Amazon
  • 125 ft Garden Hose for $68 (was $90) at Amazon
  • IRIS Letter Size Portable Wing-Lid File Box, 4 Pack for $45 (was $50) at Amazon
  • First Alert HOME1 Rechargeable Standard Home Fire Extinguisher UL Rated 1-A:10-B:C, Red for $18 (was $20) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA Letter/Legal File Tote Box, 4 Pack for $54 (was $60) at Amazon
  • IRIS USA 4×6-inch Photo Storage Craft Keeper, 2 Pack for $45 (was $50) at Amazon
  • FIRST ALERT Battery Powered P1210E Smoke Alarm for $23 (was $37) at Amazon
  • First Alert PRO10 Rechargeable Commercial Fire Extinguisher, UL rated 4-A:60-B:C, Red, 1-Pack for $65 (was $74) at Amazon
  • Surge Protector Power Strip – Extension Cord with 8 Outlets 4 USB Ports, 3 Side Multi Plug Outlet Extender, Flat Plug, 5 Ft for $13 (was $27) at Amazon
  • Rubbermaid Cleverstore Clear 30 Qt/7.5 Gal, Pack of 6 for $76 (was $85) at Amazon
  • Rubbermaid Roughneck Clear 95 Qt/23.75 Gal Storage Containers, Pack of 4 for $121 (was $135) at Amazon
  • Rubbermaid Roughneck Clear 19 Qt/4.75 Gal Storage Containers, Pack of 6 for $69 (was $88) at Amazon
  • Rubbermaid Cleverstore Clear Dorm Variety Pack, 16-pack for $180 (was $200) at Amazon
  • Rubbermaid Roughneck️ Storage Totes 14 Gal, 6-pack for $117 (was $130) at Amazon

Back-to-school supplies

Writing utensils! Get your writing utensils here!
Enlarge / Writing utensils! Get your writing utensils here!
Aurich Lawson | Getty Images
  • Paper Mate Mechanical Pencils, SharpWriter Pencils, 0.7 mm, HB #2, Yellow, 36 Count for $10 (was $14) at Amazon
  • Sharpie S-Gel, Gel Pens, Medium Point (0.7 mm), Assorted Colors, 12 Count for $10 (was $29) at Amazon
  • Sharpie Tank Style Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Fluorescent Yellow, 36 Count for $11 (was $18) at Amazon
  • Paper Mate InkJoy 300RT Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 10 Ink Colors, 24 Pack for $10 (was $17) at Amazon
  • Paper Mate InkJoy 100RT Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Red, Box of 12 for $6 (was $7) at Amazon
  • Paper Mate EverStrong #2 Pencils, Reinforced, Break-Resistant Lead When Writing, 72 Count for $13 (was $22) at Amazon
  • EXPO Microfiber Cleaning Cloth for $6 (was $9) at Amazon
  • Sharpie Pocket Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Fluorescent Yellow, 36 Count for $16 (was $20) at Amazon
  • X-acto Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor for $50 (was $59) at Amazon
  • Paper Mate InkJoy 300RT Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.0 mm), Black, 36 Count for $12 (was $14) at Amazon

Storage

SanDisk's discounted iXpand Flash Drive Go has a Lightning connector built in.
Enlarge / SanDisk’s discounted iXpand Flash Drive Go has a Lightning connector built in.
  • SanDisk 2TB Portable SSD for $100 (was $135) at Amazon
  • SAMSUNG T7 2TB, Portable SSD for $120 (was $130) at Amazon
  • SAMSUNG Type-C USB Flash Drive 128GB for $17 (was $23) at Amazon
  • SanDisk 128GB Ultra Dual Drive Go USB Type-C for $15 (was $25) at Amazon
  • SanDisk 64GB Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C for $12 (was $16) at Amazon

Watches and EDC

Timex returns to traditional design for its latest activity-tracking smartwatch.
Timex returns to traditional design for its latest activity-tracking smartwatch.
  • Timex Men’s Expedition Grid Shock 50 mm Watch for $45 (was $83) at Amazon
  • Armitron Sport Unisex Digital Chronograph Nylon Strap Watch, 45/7004 for $15 (was $19) at Amazon
  • Timex Ironman Classic 30 Full-Size 38 mm Watch for $36 (was $42) at Amazon
  • Casio Men’s W800H-1AV Classic Sport Watch with Black Band for $22 (was $30) at Amazon
  • Casio Men’s AE1200WH-1A Black Analog Digital Multi-Function Watch for $29 (was $43) at Amazon
  • Casio Men’s A158WEA-9CF Casual Classic Digital Bracelet Watch, Silver for $21 (was $30) at Amazon
  • Casio Men’s MQ24-7B2 Analog Watch with Black Resin Band for $14 (was $23) at Amazon
  • Timex Full-Size Ironman Rugged 30 Watch for $30 (was $62) at Amazon
  • Timex Weekender Chronograph 40 mm Watch for $52 (was $58) at Amazon
  • Fossil Men’s Nate Quartz Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch for $83 (was $180) at Amazon
  • Fossil Grant Men’s Watch with Chronograph Display and Genuine Leather for $64 (was $140) at Amazon
  • Invicta Men’s Stainless Steel Pro Diver Quartz Watch for $43 (was $46) at Amazon
  • Fossil Minimalist Men’s Watch with Leather for $72 (was $150) at Amazon
  • Bulova Men’s Classic Stainless Steel Six-Hand Chronograph Quartz Watch for $226 (was $375) at Amazon
  • Skagen Men’s Grenen Watch with Brown Leather Band for $106 (was $125) at Amazon
  • Bulova Men’s 3-Hand Calendar Date Quartz Watch, Patterned Dial, 38 mm for $151 (was $295) at Amazon
  • Skagen Men’s Jorn Minimalistic Stainless Steel Quartz Watch for $56 (was $125) at Amazon
  • Bulova Men’s Classic American Clipper 3-Hand Automatic Leather Strap Watch, Day Date Calendar for $237 (was $395) at Amazon
  • WUBEN C3 Flashlight 1200 High Lumens Rechargeable Flashlights for $30 (was $38) at Amazon
  • Streamlight 66608 MicroStream 250-Lumen EDC Ultra-Compact Flashlight for $33 (was $59) at Amazon
  • ThruNite EDC Flashlight Archer Mini, 405 Lumens Tail Switch LED Flashlight for $20 (was $35) at Amazon
  • ACEBEAM Pokelit AA Rechargeable Mini Flashlight with Clip, 550 High Lumens Pocket EDC Flashlight for $20 (was $30) at Amazon
  • OLIGHT I5T Plus 550 Lumens EDC Flashlight for $28 (was $40) at Amazon
  • 77outdoor EDC Small Rechargeable Flashlight, Sofirn SC18 1800 High Lumen Flashlight for $25 (was $30) at Amazon
  • Leatherman, Wave Plus Multitool with Premium Replaceable Wire Cutters, Spring-Action Scissors and Molle Black Sheath for $100 (was $120) at Amazon

Games and video games

Tree branch + boulder = makeshift hammer
Enlarge / Tree branch + boulder = makeshift hammer
  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch (US Version) for $57 (was $70) at Amazon
  • Octopath Traveler II for $40 (was $60) for Nintendo Switch | PlayStation 5 at Amazon
  • Elden Ring for $55 (was $60) for PlayStation 5 | Xbox X | PlayStation 4 at Amazon
  • Sonic Frontiers – PlayStation 5 for $35 (was $60) at Amazon
  • Stray – PlayStation 5 for $30 (was $40) at Amazon
  • The Last of Us Part I – PlayStation 5 for $65 (was $70) at Amazon
  • Soul Hackers 2: Launch Edition for $29 (was $60) for PlayStation 4 | Xbox X at Amazon
  • Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut – PlayStation 5 for $44 (was $70) at Amazon
  • Star Ocean The Divine Force for $25 (was $40) for PlayStation 5 | Xbox X at Amazon
  • The Legend Of Zelda: Skyward Sword (Nintendo Switch) (European Version) for $44 (was $60) at Amazon
  • Atomic Heart PS5 for $49 (was $70) at Amazon
  • Kena: Bridge of Spirits – Deluxe Edition (PS5) – PlayStation 5 for $30 (was $50) at Amazon
  • Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection – PlayStation 5 for $37 (was $50) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Trivial Pursuit Master Edition Trivia Board for $32 (was $45) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Taboo Party Board Game for $18 (was $25) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Scrabble Deluxe Edition for $34 (was $47) at Amazon
  • Scattergories Classic Game for $18 (was $20) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Jenga Wooden Blocks Stacking Tumbling Tower for $15 (was $17) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Twister Air Game for $18 (was $20) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Avalon Hill Axis & Allies Pacific 1940 Second Edition WWII Strategy Board Game for $48 (was $65) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Retro Series Scrabble 1949 Edition for $19 (was $22) at Amazon
  • Monopoly Ultimate Banking Edition Board Game for Families and Kids for $25 (was $28) at Amazon
  • Hasbro Gaming Trouble Board Game Includes Bonus Power Die and Shield for $13 (was $15) at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 preorders

  • Preorder the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and save on storage upgrades and up to $300 on bundled accessories at Samsung
  • Preorder the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and save on storage upgrades and up to $300 on bundled accessories at Samsung

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