20 October Prime Day deals Mashable readers bought

All day, we're here writing about the best deals to shop during Prime Big Deal Days, but we often wonder if our top picks resonate with our readers. Luckily, we have data to tell us what Mashable reader's are actually buying.

The list doesn't entirely surprise us. Our readers are into the classic deals like Apple AirTags, Crest 3D WhiteStrips, and Lifestraws, but there are a few things that surprise us on the list.

If you're still shopping on day two of October Prime Day, look to what our readers are buying for some guidance. Here are the 20 most popular items Mashable readers bought during October Prime Day.

Apple AirTags

We're not surprised to see Apple AirTags topping the list of items our readers bought during Prime Big Deal Days. These Bluetooth trackers work seamlessly within the iOS system, are not just travel essentials. They help you keep track of important items like your keys or wallet, perfect for the absent-minded among us.

The 4-pack of Apple AirTags are basically at their lowest price ever at $64.99 (technically their lowest was $64.49, but who's counting 50 cents?) That saves you $34.01, making each AirTag $16.25.

M4 MacBook Air

When the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air dropped back down to $799 — its lowest price ever — Mashable readers jumped to buy the laptop. It's one of the best deals during October Prime Day, offering exceptional speed thanks to the M4 chip, for under $1,000.

Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian

One of the absolute best deals during October Prime Day is on the Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian. It's down to $49.99, its lowest price ever, saving 67% off its $149.95 list price. Readers are jumping at the deal, grabbing the speaker and saving $99.96.

Crest 3D Whitestrips

Crest 3D Whitestrips are a Prime Day classic. They're a bathroom cabinet staple, but at their list price of $45.99, they're expensive to restock. But when they're down to $29.99, they're a much better value.

Pokemon TCG Scarlet & Violet

Our readers love deals on Pokemon, even beyond Prime Day. The top selling pack during Prime Big Deal Days is on the Pokemon TCG Scarlet & Violet Binder Box. This premium bundle combines both functionality and Gen-V fun: Inside, you’ll find a themed 9-pocket binder capable of holding hundreds of cards, plus five Black Bolt booster packs from the Scarlet & Violet expansion and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

DJI Mic Mini

When the Mashable team went to Vidcon this past year, the DJI Mini Mic, was key in running interviews and filming content with our favorite creators. They produce high quality audio for an affordable price and when they're down to $79 during Prime Day, they're an exceptional value, which our readers are taking full advantage of.

Apple AirPods 4

There have been lots of good deals on headphones and earbuds this Prime Day, but the one our readers are taking advantage of is on the Apple AirPods 4. For under $100, they bring spatial audio, water and sweat resistance, and up to 30 hours of battery life with their charging case.

Lifestraw

Apparently Mashable readers are an outdoorsy bunch because they're buying up the LifeStraw. This self-filtering straw purifies water as you sip, protecting against bacteria and parasites. It's a classic Prime Day deal, now under $10 during Prime Big Deal Days.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

It's no secret that we love Kindles here at Mashable, and it's no secret that our readers do too. We thought the best deal was on the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, but our readers are buying up the standard Paperwhite. It's the cheaper option but still comes with many of the same perks including long battery life, adjustable brightness and warmth, and 16GB of storage.

Insignia 75-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV

The TV deal our readers are chasing is on the Insignia 75-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV, a deal so popular it already sold out once. Luckily, it's back in stock on the final day of Prime Day. With this Insignia Fire TV, you can watch all your favorite shows in 4K without needing an extra streaming device since one is already built-in.

Marshall Emberton II speaker

Another Bluetooth speaker that our readers are buying up is the Marshall Emberton II speaker. During Prime Day it's under $100, and offers over 30 hours of battery life with True Stereophonic, a form of multi-directional sound.

Marshall meets exceptional performance with elevated design standards. It has an IP67 rating, providing dust- and water- resistance, but it doesn't look utilitarian, staying stylish with Marshall's signature vintage look.

Anker Solix C1000

We thoroughly vetted the Anker Solix C1000, awarding it a Mashable Choice Award for its performance and versatility. And even though we'd recommend it at full price, it's an exceptional value during Prime Day. Our readers are buying up the Anker Solix C1000 for just $799 during Prime Big Deal Days, knocking 60% off its price tag.

Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16 chip, 128GB, WiFi)

Sure, there are other tablets out there, but you don't really need to look beyond Apple's iPads. Our readers are snatching up the Apple iPad with A16 chip that's down to $279. That's the tablet's lowest price every, saving you $70.

Pokemon TCG Holiday Calendar

Prime Big Deal Days is Amazon's way of kicking off the holiday season, and readers are celebrating that by buying up the Pokemon TCG: Holiday Calendar. The set comes with eight foil Pokemon TCG cards with a festive stamp, six Pokemon TCG booster packs, seven Pokemon TCG three-card fun packs, and two Pokemon sticker sheets. You can get all of that for just $67.94.

Lifestraw Peak Series

Readers are really going for LifeStraw products. The LifeStraw Peak Series is another emergency filter straw but a little higher end than the basic LifeStraw. It has an enhanced filter to reduce clogging caused by sand that might find its way into the straw. It's now 25% off during Prime Day and under $20.

Jackery Explorer 300

Another power station that our readers are buying up is the Jackery Explorer 300. It's a more affordable option than the Anker Solix, while still providing plenty of power for your camping adventures. It's $100 off during Prime Day, bring it down to $159.

Amazon Fire TV Stick

The most popular streaming device among our readers is the Amazon Fire Stick TV 4K. It makes sense, considering that small, easy-to-set-up device lets you stream in 4K for just $24.99.

Kasa Smart Plugs

Among all of the smart home devices on sale during Prime Day, the deal our readers are buying is on Kasa's smart plugs. This 4-pack of plugs are Alexa and Google Home compatible, allowing you to control the plugs from anywhere. That way you can turn on anything plugged into those smart plugs, like lights, fans, and humidifiers, even when you're out of the house. The Kasa Smart Plugs HS103P4 4-pack are $23.99, saving you $6 off its $29.99 list price.

Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar

Another holiday deal being snatched up by our readers is on the Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar. It's suitable for kids 6 years of age or older, but is equally fit for a Lego enthusiast of any age. It comes with 24 characters, and ahead of even Black Friday, you can grab it for $31.49 during Prime Big Deal Days.

Shark Cordless Pet Vacuum (now sold out)

One deal that our readers went crazy for is on Shark's cordless pet vacuum. This deal was so popular that it already sold out before Prime Day even wrapped up. If you're not tied to buying the vacuum new though, it's still available for resale, verified to be like new quality.