I’m an Expert Deal Hunter, and These 15 October Prime Day Discounts Made Me Do a Double Take

I’ve been waiting for October Prime Day—also known as Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days—with bated breath ever since the first Prime Day ended back in July. Now that it’s finally here, I’ve got lots of recommendations to share with you about what’s worth buying on sale. In order to help you best take advantage of fall Prime Day this year, I’ve pre-sorted through the millions of discounts, and narrowed it down to 15 must-haves that are so good, they stopped me right in my tracks.

If you’re not sure what to buy on Prime Day, I highly recommend starting right here. After years of covering Prime Day sales, I’m a self-appointed expert at hunting for deals. Of course, I’ve included best-sellers from Prime Days past, BHG-tested favorites, and some of shoppers’ favorite brands, like KitchenAid, Apple, Yankee Candle, Coach, Brooks, and more. There are plenty of other discounts out there—millions, in fact—but keep reading below, and you’ll find the only 15 that actually matter.

Here’s What to Buy on Amazon Prime Day

• Bissell Little Green Machine Mini Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner, $75 (was $95)
• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer, $349 (was $500)
• Yankee Candle Kitchen Spice 22-Ounce Jar Candle, $15 (was $25)
• Bedsure Queen Cooling Quilt, $60 (was $100)
• CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Cream, $19 (was $21)
• Tineco Floor One S5 Smart Cordless Wet/Dry Cleaner, $284 (was $450)
• Nespresso Vertuo Plus Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Maker by De’Longhi, $205 (was $250)
• Michael Kors Addie Large Hobo Shoulder Bag, $150 (was $358) 
• Apple AirPods Pro 2, $199 (was $249)
• Brooks Ghost Max 2 Neutral Walking and Running Shoe, $110 (was $150)

Bissell Little Green Machine Mini Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner

Bissell’s Little Green Machine (also on sale right now) has a superb reputation for removing even the toughest stains from carpets and upholstery, but what I love about the mini model—new this year!—is that it’s even more lightweight than the original. It weighs only 7 pounds, costs less than $100, and yes, is an Amazon best-seller in its own right. It’s been purchased 70,000 times in the past month alone, and it has a 4.6-star overall rating. I’ve even seen it expertly clean up matcha stains with my own eyes, so it’s no surprise that it’s my top Prime Day recommendation.

KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer

My five-quart KitchenAid is the most-used tool in my kitchen. I rely on it for a variety of cooking and baking tasks, including cookie-making, cake-baking, pizza dough-mixing, holiday meringue piping, and so much more. While we may have ranked its smaller counterpart, the 3.5-quart model, “Best Mini” in our roundup of best stand mixers, the five-quart is even better for larger kitchen tasks. It can whip up nine dozen cookies in a single batch and up to 28 grams of dough, too.

Yankee Candle Kitchen Spice 22-Ounce Jar Candle

As someone who grew up in a world where Yankee Candle was the only candle brand to exist, I’m excited to see this fall-friendly scent on sale right now. The Kitchen Spice scent smells exactly how an autumnal kitchen should: ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and clove.

Bedsure Queen Cooling Quilt

This pick is for all the hot sleepers out there who are desperately looking for a solution to night sweats or hot flashes. This queen-size cooling quilt is one of the prettiest ones around, and at first glance, looks like a regular comforter with a subtle quilted design—but it’s not. Underneath that facade, this silky soft bedspread made of 300-count eucalyptus absorbs 30% more moisture than regular cotton and expertly regulates body temperature to keep you cool and dry.

CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Cream

I’ve long been a believer that “less is more” when it comes to skincare and during the life phases when I overdid it, my skin was usually at its worst. Now, in my 30s, I’ve officially ditched the gimmicky stuff and have been religiously using this quintessential drugstore beauty pick both morning and night. It was developed alongside dermatologists and features hyaluronic acid and ceramides for all-day (and all-night) hydration. It even holds the National Eczema Association (NEA) Seal of Acceptance, so you know it’s the real deal.

Tineco Floor One S5 Smart Cordless Wet/Dry Cleaner

This is the secret to getting the house clean in record time. The Floor One S5 vacuums and washes floors simultaneously, so you have more time throughout your day to focus on other stuff, whether that’s helping kids with homework or bingeing your new favorite show. It even cleans itself, thanks to a one-press self-cleaning cycle that deep-cleans the brush roller and tubing, then dries itself, too.

Nespresso Vertuo Plus Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Maker by De’Longhi

We named this best-selling Nespresso model with more than 2,000 five-star reviews “Best for Espresso,” but it’s also able to make up to two cups of classic coffee. While it does require you to use Nespresso pods, caffeine-lovers are obsessed with how quiet it is and how quickly it heats to the ideal brewing temperature—20 seconds or less.

Michael Kors Addie Large Hobo Shoulder Bag

The fashion deals are aplenty this Prime Day, and this Michael Kors’ deal is a real standout in affordable luxury brands. Now 63% off, the Addie shoulder bag is an essential carryall that features the brand’s signature print and a slouchy silhouette that feels casual yet slightly structured. It even has a secret, spacious compartment you can only access by unlocking the fastening.

Apple AirPods Pro 2

Never buy AirPods on a regular day; that’s a Prime Day purchase 100% of the time. Now $50 off, the AirPods Pro 2 are a must-get for anyone who spends most of their time listening to music, podcasts, or streaming shows and movies on their devices. These Pods are noise-cancelling, and can eliminate a majority of background noise, and even sharpen the quality of phone calls in loud conditions.

Brooks Ghost Max 2 Neutral Walking and Running Shoe

You don’t need to be a lifelong runner to appreciate the Brooks Ghost Max 2s. Also made for casual walkers, this is the shoe you need if you’re experiencing any kind of foot fatigue or pain at all. These stylish sneakers have an overall Amazon rating of 4.5 stars, and are ideal for shoppers who prefer maximized cushion.

Ugg Classic Ultra Mini New Heights Fashion Boot

Just as we’re approaching Ugg season, the Classic Ultra Minis are now on sale in Hickory (pictured), Chestnut, and black. These boots are ankle height to provide a bit of coverage, and feature a wool lining, sockliner, and an outsole made of sugarcane.

Zeagoo Stretch Base Layer T-Shirt

Every good fall outfit needs a base layer, and now that this one from popular Amazon brand Zeagoo is less than $10, it’d be a crime not to buy. This mock-neck long-sleeve is made from a polyester-spandex blend that’s stretchy, comfy, and soft.

Great Jones Baby 3.5-Quart Dutch Oven

This 3.5-quart enameled cast-iron “baby” Dutch oven is my secret weapon for small-batch cooking. Yep, I have one at home, and can attest: It’s perfect for one- or two-person meals, and well-worth its full cost—let alone that awesome sale price. It actually nests inside its larger counterpart, The Dutchess, for convenient storage, and comes in Taffy, Blueberry, Broccoli, Pepper, Mustard, and Salt. The enamel finish resists stains, and can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

Coach Willow Tote

This iconic Coach tote deserves a spot in your closet. It’s one of the best affordable luxury deals going on during Prime Day right now, and it’s neither too big nor too small. It easily carries it all—whatever your definition of “all” is—and the strap has a longer, 11.5-inch drop that makes it easy to fit over puffy coat arms.

Serwall 5-Piece Folding Adirondack Chair and Ottoman Table Set

Even if your outdoor space isn’t front of mind now that we’re well into fall, it’s worth shopping for outdoor furniture in the off season. (It’s one of my favorite shopping hacks!) This five-piece patio set comes with two adjustable Adirondack chairs, two folding ottomans, and a double-layer outdoor side table to rest your snacks. No need to shelve your beverage on the table, as each Adirondack chair is conveniently equipped with a cup holder on its side. Genius!