Black Friday is finally here! We're now knee-deep in deals and more are arriving by the minute. Some will vanish almost as quickly as they arrive, while others will stay live through the weekend and into Cyber Monday on November 28th.
Some 180 million Americans shopped during Black Friday 2021, helping to boost holiday season retail sales by 14.1% to $886.7 billion. An estimated 88 million buyers made an online purchase on Black Friday, with Amazon accounting for a whopping 17.7% of those sales. Suffice it to say Black Friday is big business.
Of course, the likes of Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Crutchfield, and everyone else will be adding plenty of their own Black Friday deals to the pile, too. Walmart is a good bet for anyone in the market for a cheap TV deal, while Best Buy tends to slash the price of AirPods and iPads. Amazon, of course, is a jack of all trades when it comes to deals, especially in the world of consumer tech.
Ready to score some seriously deep discounts? Using our extensive back catalog of reviews and in-depth expertise across a wide range of product categories, we'll give you our honest opinion and guide you past any potential pitfalls, making sure you get the Black Friday deals you deserve.
From TVs to headphones, Bluetooth speakers to tablets, from cheap streamers to expensive home theater setups, and every kind of hi-fi kit imaginable, whatever you're looking for will probably be on sale during Black Friday. What's more is that you'll find the best options out there for those deals below.
So, here's a look at what's going on during Black Friday 2022...
Best Black Friday deals quick links
- AirPods 2 (2019):
was $159now $79 at Walmart - Sony WH-1000XM5:
was $400now $348 at Amazon - JBL Charge 5:
was $180now $120 at Amazon - Sony WF-1000XM4:
was $280now $178 at Amazon - Hulu:
$8$2 at Hulu (save $6/month) - Amazon: save $$$ on Amazon devices, OLED TVs & iPads
- Walmart: big screen TVs, cheap AirPods & more
- B&H Photo: flash sales on TVs, soundbars & more
- Best Buy: mega discounts on smart speakers & Sonos
- Samsung QN90B:
was $1197now $997 at Amazon - Target: up to 50% off TVs, soundbars & streaming devices
- Crutchfield: top deals on hi-fi speakers & home theater
- PlayStation Direct: DualSense controllers & video games
- PS5: the internet's lowest console & accessory prices
- Samsung: huge deals on phones, TVs, soundbars & more
- World Wide Stereo: cheap TVs, hi-fi & 4K projectors
- eBay: save big on refurbished tech
- Sony: save up to $1500 on TVs, up to $300 on headphones
- JBL: save up to 70% on select speakers & headphones
- Apple: get an Apple gift card when you buy eligible products
- Microcenter: huge savings on laptops, monitors & PC kit
- Woot: daily deals on everything from watches to Bluetooth speakers
- Gamestop: save $50 on Xbox Series S & tons on video games
- Bose: save up to 50% on select headphones & speakers
- Sonos: enjoy up to 20% off on select Bose products
- Google: big discounts on Pixel phones, watches & buds
30 of the best Black Friday deals
LG OLED55C2: was $1599 now $1299 at Best Buy
The C2 is an absolute stunner. It won What Hi-Fi? Awards this year in its 65-, 42- and 77-inch guises, so the 55-incher is in good company. While we haven't tested this 55-inch model specifically, it should be every bit as good the five-star 65-incher but better suited to smaller spaces. Five stars
LG OLED55G1: was $1399 now $1189 at Best Buy
The G1 is LG's new Evo OLED, which takes the excellent performance and feature set of the C1 and adds even more punch to images. Considering how fantastic the C1 is, that's high praise, and at such a low price, it's hard to say no to the C1's big brother. Five stars
LG OLED65C1: was $2200 now $1299 at Best Buy
The C1 OLED boasts excellent detail and clarity, deep, inky blacks, buttery-smooth 120Hz playback, and excellent HDR. A fantastic TV with a hugely tempting (and reduced) price tag. Five stars
Samsung QN90B: was $1197 now $997 at Amazon
This Mini-LED TV offers up truly impressive blacks, excellent brightness, and tons of gaming-friendly connectivity. If you're looking for a TV that performs great and is a deal, look no further. Five stars
Chromecast 1080p: was $30 now $18 at Walmart
Google's Chromecast is a user-friendly, featured-packed media streamer with all the apps you already know and love. You'll get that same great HDR with the 1080p model, but you will be limited to Full HD. Thankfully, you can get this streamer for less than $20.
JBL Xtreme 3: was $379 now $229 at Amazon
This five-star speaker comes with a rugged build, an impressive sense of detail and dynamics, and strong timing, too. We loved this speaker at its original $350, and at just $229 this is an absolute steal.
Apple AirPods 2 (2019): was $159 now $79 at Walmart
The second-gen AirPods are at just about the lowest price we've seen. If you aren't bothered about spatial audio and those slightly longer stems, these veterans still offer unbeatable usability and decent sound quality for Apple users for a much lower price. Four stars
Beats Solo 3 Wireless $199 $79 at Walmart (save $120)
With impressive wireless technology courtesy of Apple's W1 chip, a famously stylish design in a choice of three colours, a 40-hour battery life, and – of course – this saving, any shortcomings when it comes to ultimate sound quality can be more easily overlooked.
Streaming Stick 4K: was $50 now $24.98 at Walmart
Roku's smart stick supports HDR and promises 30% faster streaming as well as all the apps you could need. At half off, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more full-featured streamer for the money, especially one that's so small and portable.
Wonderboom 3: was $100 now $80 at Amazon
We gave the Wonderboom and Wonderboom 2 five-stars in our reviews, while the Wonderboom 3 brings battery life upgrades, improved Bluetooth tech, and a more sustainable design. If you need a hardy waterproof speaker, the Wonderboom is always a strong choice.
Samsung LS03B: was $1997 now $1597 at Amazon
Samsung's Frame packs in a 4K QLED display, HDR, and 120Hz support alongside a sleek, modern design that wants to be the centerpiece of your living room and a full-featured TV at the same time.
JBL Flip 6: was $130 now $90 at Amazon
Coming with excellent clarity and separation, punchy bass, and even a useful EQ system, the Flip 6 sets the standard for a Bluetooth speaker at its price. Thankfully, this Black Friday you can get yours for $40 off, making this not just a great speaker but a great value.
58-inch 4K QLED TV: was $600 now $470 at Amazon
If you're looking for a modern QLED 4K smart TV that'll handle all your streaming needs as well as casual next-gen gaming, this Hisense TV will get the job done. What's more is that with this deal you'll get a great value, too.
JBL Charge 5: was $180 now $120 at Amazon
This five-star Bluetooth speaker comes packed with a clear, detailed sound; a wide open soundstage; and even robust dust- and waterproofing, too. At $60 off, it's hard to say no to this speaker.
LG OLED42C2: was $1150 now $896 at Amazon
LG's first 42-inch OLED TV has only been available for five minutes but has already had a huge discount. This 2022 model is rightly a huge hit and delivers a great picture at an accessible screen size. Five stars
Sony WH-1000XM5: was $400 now $348 at Amazon
The best pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones you can buy at this price. The Sony XM5 headphones might feel a little less premium than before, but the jump in sound quality from the previous generation is a big one. Five stars
Sony XR-55A80J: was $3499 now $2998 at Amazon
Sony's awesome A80J OLED TV launched at $3499, and we reviewed it and gave it 5 stars. Now, this excellent TV is on sale for much, much less, making it an incredible value and a great set.
QuietComfort 45: was $329 now $249 at Amazon
These excellent ANC headphones from Bose offer up strong noise-cancellation alongside impressive battery life and a comfortable build. At $80 off, if you're looking for a solid pair of cans, look no further.
Sony WF-1000XM4: was $280 now $178 at Amazon
Put simply, the Sonys are the complete package – fantastic all-rounders that look great, sound great, and do everything you could ask of them. Battery life is eight hours per charge, they're nice to use and their noise-cancelling is one of the best in the business. Five Stars
Amazon Echo (4th Gen): was $99 now $49 at Amazon
Amazon's popular smart speaker is back with a whole new look in its fourth generation. It also has a built-in Zigbee smart hub this time round, and extra bass. Four stars
Sony WH-1000XM4: was $350 now $228 at Amazon
Sony’s premium XM4 might have been trumped by the XM5 but they still deliver a sonic masterclass. Nothing really lets that down – battery life, build, comfort and usability are all great for the money. Five stars, What Hi-Fi? Award winner
Sony WF-C500: was $100 now $58 at Amazon
Boasting impressive musicality and excellent levels of detail and insight, these comfortable, sporty earbuds are well worth the investment. The new WF-C500 feature 20 hours of battery life and Bluetooth 5.0. Five stars
Toshiba 75M550KU: was $850 now $553 at Best Buy
This Toshiba set is a massive 65-inches, comes packed with 4K support, has a 120Hz native panel, and offers up even HDR10 and Dolby Vision compatibility. On top of all that, this is a Fire TV with all the familiar smart features.
Apple AirPods Max: was $549 now $449 at Amazon
Yes, even with this fantastic deal Apple's wireless noise-cancelling over-ear headphones are still quite expensive. But they are wonderful to use, boast spatial audio support and are one of the very best-sounding wireless headphones we've heard. Worth it. Five stars
Xbox Series S: was $300 now $250 at Gamestop
The Xbox Series S is a compact and affordable way to enjoy amazing next-generation games and 4K streaming. With 4K and 120Hz compatibility (though not at the same time), it's the perfect companion to your HDMI 2.1-toting TV.
Momentum 3: was $400 now $200 at Amazon
Sennheiser's Momentum 3 wireless ANC headphones are an admirable set of Bluetooth over ears. We complemented their energetic presentation and stellar noise cancelling in our review, and they still hold up even with the newer Momentum 4s now on the market.
55-inch TCL TV: was $500 now $188 at Walmart
This TV comes packed with 4K/HDR support and Roku smarts for all your streaming service needs, and at just $188 with this early Black Friday sale, it looks like a stunning saving.
Chromecast 4K: was $50 now $40 at Amazon
Google's Chromecast is a user-friendly, featured-packed media streamer with all the apps you already know and love. Whatever you want to watch, you can do with Chromecast. Plus, you'll get a great 4K HDR picture, and Dolby Vision and Atmos support.
65-inch QN90A TV: was $2600 now $1599 at Samsung
Samsung's 4K flagship comes with Quantum Matrix tech, AI upscaling to 4K powered by the Neo Quantum Processor, Object Tracking Sound+ to keep up with the on-screen action, and a 120Hz refresh rate at 4K. Five stars
Sony SF100 soundbar: was $129 now $99 at Target
If you're looking for a simple, constructive step up in sound from your TV's in-built speakers, Sony's SF150 offers a significant sonic enhancement for little outlay. Features include HDMI ARC, Dolby Digital and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity for music playback. Four stars.
Best Black Friday deals: TVs
LG OLED55C2: was $1599 now $1299 at Best Buy
The C2 is an absolute stunner. It won What Hi-Fi? Awards this year in its 65-, 42- and 77-inch guises, so the 55-incher is in good company. While we haven't tested this 55-inch model specifically, it should be every bit as good the five-star 65-incher but better suited to smaller spaces. Five stars
LG OLED55G2: was $1999 now $1699 at Best Buy
While most people will be best served by the C2, above, the G2 is even brighter and punchier and boasts a frame-like design that makes it look particularly brilliant when wall-mounted. If you've got the cash, it's tough to be disappointed by a G2. Five stars
LG OLED55G1: was $1399 now $1189 at Best Buy
The G1 is LG's new Evo OLED, which takes the excellent performance and feature set of the C1 and adds even more punch to images. Considering how fantastic the C1 is, that's high praise, and at such a low price, it's hard to say no to the C1's big brother. Five stars
LG OLED65C1: was $2200 now $1299 at Best Buy
The C1 OLED boasts excellent detail and clarity, deep, inky blacks, buttery-smooth 120Hz playback, and excellent HDR. A fantastic TV with a hugely tempting (and reduced) price tag. Five stars
Samsung QN90B: was $1197 now $997 at Amazon
This Mini-LED TV offers up truly impressive blacks, excellent brightness, and tons of gaming-friendly connectivity. If you're looking for a TV that performs great and is a deal, look no further. Five stars
Samsung QN65S9B $2997 $1797 at Amazon (save $1200)
US customers can bag a 40 per cent discount on the S95B – a colossal saving of $1200. That's more than enough to pay for a decent soundbar, upgrading your TV audio no end.
Sony XR-55A80J: was $3499 now $2998 at Amazon
Sony's awesome A80J OLED TV launched at $3499, and we reviewed it and gave it 5 stars. Now, this excellent TV is on sale for much, much less, making it an incredible value and a great set.
Samsung LS03B: was $1997 now $1597 at Amazon
Samsung's Frame packs in a 4K QLED display, HDR, and 120Hz support alongside a sleek, modern design that wants to be the centerpiece of your living room and a full-featured TV at the same time.
58-inch 4K QLED TV: was $600 now $470 at Amazon
If you're looking for a modern QLED 4K smart TV that'll handle all your streaming needs as well as casual next-gen gaming, this Hisense TV will get the job done. What's more is that with this deal you'll get a great value, too.
Sony XR-65X90J: was $1499 now $798 at Amazon
This classy-looking 75-inch LED TV promises exceptionally good black depth, vibrant colours, and excellent HDR handling. A 4K TV that's worth considering, especially at this affordable price.
LG OLED42C2: was $1150 now $896 at Amazon
LG's first 42-inch OLED TV has only been available for five minutes but has already had a huge discount. This 2022 model is rightly a huge hit and delivers a great picture at an accessible screen size. Five stars
TCL 65-inch 6-Series: was $1499 now $949 on Amazon
This TV's cheap price point, combined with all the features of a flagship model, made for a real Black Friday bargain. TCL knows how to deliver great value TV sets and this was another great deal.
LG OLED65A1: was $2499 now $1098 at Walmart
The 65-inch A1 had a saving of over $1000 – a great deal if you were looking for a big TV on Black Friday. You could even pay for it in installments, if you like.
Samsung QN90A: was $2600 now $1600 at Samsung
It's a 4K flagship TV, so you're getting Samsung's Quantum Matrix tech, AI upscaling to 4K powered by the Neo Quantum Processor, Object Tracking Sound+ to keep up with the on-screen action and a 120Hz refresh rate at 4K.
65in The Terrace: was $4999 now $3999 at Samsung
The Terrace is the first TV verified for 'Outdoor Visibility', which means this 'Full Sun' model is watchable even in direct sunlight. If you want to give your garden a state-of-the-art twist, look no further.
Sony XR-75X90J: was $2099 now $798 at Amazon
This classy-looking 75-inch LED TV promises exceptionally good black depth, vibrant colours, and excellent HDR handling. A 4K TV that's worth considering, especially at a Black Friday discount.
Sony XBR-65X900H: was $1399 now $1000 at Amazon
One of Sony's most premium 2020 TVs, the X900H earned a stellar five out of five in our review. That was down to a killer combination of vibrant colors, excellent HDR handling and Sony's typically superb motion processing, making it one of the best TVs in recent memory.
Best Black Friday deals: Headphones
Smokin' Buds 2 earbuds: was $60 now $24 at Amazon
These four-star earbuds manage to offer a full, fun listening experience when we reviewed them at their retail price, and now at less than half of what they once cost, these buds are a smokin' hot deal, indeed.
Beats Studio3: was $350 now $264 at Amazon
These wireless headphones come with Apple's W1 chip, up to 22 hours of battery life, a built-in mic, and the trademark Beats stylish design and fit. At 25% off, these headphones are worth a good look.
Apple AirPods 2 (2019): was $159 now $79 at Walmart
The second-gen AirPods are at just about the lowest price we've seen. If you aren't bothered about spatial audio and those slightly longer stems, these veterans still offer unbeatable usability and decent sound quality for Apple users for a much lower price. Four stars
Beats Solo 3 Wireless $199 $79 at Walmart (save $120)
With impressive wireless technology courtesy of Apple's W1 chip, a famously stylish design in a choice of three colours, a 40-hour battery life, and – of course – this saving, any shortcomings when it comes to ultimate sound quality can be more easily overlooked.
Beats Studio Buds: was $150 now $99 at Walmart
We called these new Beats "a neat true wireless solution that represents one of the best affordable alternatives to Apple’s AirPods we’ve seen so far". So, what are you waiting for?
Sony WH-1000XM4: was $350 now $228 at Amazon
Sony’s premium XM4 might have been trumped by the XM5 but they still deliver a sonic masterclass. Nothing really lets that down – battery life, build, comfort and usability are all great for the money. Five stars, What Hi-Fi? Award winner
Sony WF-1000XM4: was $280 now $178 at Amazon
Put simply, the Sonys are the complete package – fantastic all-rounders that look great, sound great, and do everything you could ask of them. Battery life is eight hours per charge, they're nice to use and their noise-cancelling is one of the best in the business. Five Stars
Sony WH-1000XM5: was $400 now $348 at Amazon
The best pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones you can buy at this price. The Sony XM5 headphones might feel a little less premium than before, but the jump in sound quality from the previous generation is a big one. Five stars
AKG Y500: was $150 now $55 at Walmart
"Juggling good sound quality, clever features, durable build quality and attractive design in equal measure is no mean feat, but AKG pulls it off while making it look easy" – that's what we said of these wireless on-ears under intense review. Five stars
Apple AirPods Pro: was $250 now $159 at Walmart
We described the AirPods Pro as "exceptionally comfortable" and praised their "strong noise-cancelling and balanced, easy-going sound". They're a great option if you've bought into Apple's ecosystem.
QuietComfort 45: was $330 now $249 at Amazon
These impressive Bose wireless headphones (in Triple Black or White Smoke) are great on the go, offering amazing noise-cancelling and a punchy, exciting sound.
Momentum 3: was $399 now $199 at Amazon
These superb-sounding wireless noise-cancelling headphones only serve to further enhance Sennheiser’s momentum in the headphone market. They're excellent all-rounders. Five stars
QuietComfort buds: was $279 now $179 at Amazon
The fantastic, five-star true wireless earbuds combine brilliant noise-cancelling tech with natural, dynamic sound. They're worthy challengers to the AirPods Pro – especially when they dropped in price.
Bose SoundSport: was $149 now $129 at Walmart
These wireless earbuds for active types provide you with up to six hours of juice from a 2-hour charge. They're comfortable, too, with a fun, engaging sound and strong wireless performance.
Reflect Flow: was $150 now $90 at Walmart
In our five-star review we praised the Reflect Flow's detail, musicality and strong bass depth. They also deliver a solid fit and long battery life, perfect for those evening runs. Expect up to 10 hours per charge, with an extra 20 from the case.
CX 400BT: was $199 now $94 at Amazon
While slightly compromised in the features department (battery life is 20 hours), the CX 400BT are sonic marvels – and, at this price, hugely appealing.
WF-1000XM3: was $230 now $100 at Amazon
A fantastic pair of true wireless earbuds, the WF-1000XM3s combine effective active noise-cancelling with a real sense of musicality. Awesome truly wireless earbuds, usually well discounted these days.
AirPods Max: was $549 now $449 at Amazon
Yes, even with a fantastic deal Apple's wireless noise-cancelling over-ear headphones are still quite expensive. But they are wonderful to use, boast spatial audio support and are one of the very best-sounding wireless headphones we've heard. Worth it. Five stars
Best Black Friday deals: Soundbars
Ambeo Max: was $2500 now $2000 at Crutchfield
Standing over four feet wide, Sennheiser's Ambeo is not for the faint of heart or short of space. But it sounds sensational and boasts Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. Relatively expensive by soundbar standards, but worth investigating if you can get a discount. Five Stars
Bar 2.1 Deep Bass: was $350 now $200 at Amazon
JBL's entry-level 'bars are popular because they provide a big improvement to your TV's sound on a budget. The Bar 2.1 Deep Bass adds a wireless subwoofer to boot. The sub's 6-1/2" down-firing woofer promises a low-end rumble worthy of its name.
LG SP8YA: was $800 now $395 at Walmart
This Dolby Atmos soundbar with a wireless sub has much of the connectivity and features of LG's higher-end models. There's eARC, plus another HDMI 2.1 input with 4K Dolby Vision and HDR10 pass-through, as well as an optical input and a USB port. Streaming is well catered for too – alongside Bluetooth and wi-fi, there’s Chromecast and Apple Airplay 2. Four stars.
HW-Q950A: was $1800 now $1583 at Amazon
There are big savings to be had Samsung's flagship 2021 soundbar, which has more drivers than any other model on the market. The 11.1.4-channel soundbar delivers both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X sound, which makes for epic sound.
Samsung Q800A: was $900 now $349 at Walmart
Very few soundbar subs perform as well as Samsung's Q800A that's got a muscular sound and gut-busting bass all contained within a tidy package. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support feature alongside two HDMI ports (one eARC). Bluetooth, wi-fi, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2 are all in there too. Four stars.
Samsung HW-Q600A: was $600 now $321 at Amazon
If you want seriously-cinematic sound at a reasonable price, this could be worth considering. The soundbar/sub combo includes up-firing channels and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X sound.
Best Black Friday deals: Projectors
Leisure 470 Mini: was $149 now $110 at Best Buy
Not one we've reviewed but this cheap projector has proved popular. It connects to your tablet or smartphone wirelessly and will produce a picture of up to 250 inches across. Its native resolution is 720p, but it supports 1080p, too.
BenQ TK850i: was $1599 now $1299 at Amazon
Not one we've tested but BenQ's HDR-PRO projectors offer an affordable and effective way of getting a 4K picture without breaking the budget. The TK850i is one of the higher-specced HDR-PRO machines and should bring a decent piece of DLP home cinema action into your living room.
Hisense L9G: was $6500 now $4498 at WWS
Not one we've tested but this UST projector deal is hard to ignore with such a large price cut. It uses three separate lasers to create a 120in 4K image and has a 40W Dolby Atmos sound system built in.
Samsung LSP7T: was $3500 now $2500 at Amazon
If the LSP9T below is a little big for your budget, Samsung's more reasonable UST offers a very decent compromise without having to miss out on the brilliant Tizen OS and the very handy aerial socket for terrestrial TV.
Samsung LSP9T: was $6500 now $4997 at WWS
This is one of the most premium UST projectors around at the moment. Bright enough to use for daytime viewing and, with both a smart platform and an aerial socket, it's fully kitted out for streaming services and live TV as well as any HDMI devices.
Best Black Friday deals: Bluetooth speakers
JBL Xtreme 3: was $379 now $229 at Amazon
This five-star speaker comes with a rugged build, an impressive sense of detail and dynamics, and strong timing, too. We loved this speaker at its original $350, and at just $229 this is an absolute steal.
Wonderboom 3: was $100 now $80 at Amazon
We gave the Wonderboom and Wonderboom 2 five-stars in our reviews, while the Wonderboom 3 brings battery life upgrades, improved Bluetooth tech, and a more sustainable design. If you need a hardy waterproof speaker, the Wonderboom is always a strong choice.
JBL Flip 6: was $130 now $90 at Amazon
Coming with excellent clarity and separation, punchy bass, and even a useful EQ system, the Flip 6 sets the standard for a Bluetooth speaker at its price. Thankfully, this Black Friday you can get yours for $40 off, making this not just a great speaker but a great value.
JBL Charge 5: was $180 now $120 at Amazon
This five-star Bluetooth speaker comes packed with a clear, detailed sound; a wide open soundstage; and even robust dust- and waterproofing, too. At $60 off, it's hard to say no to this speaker.
JBL Xtreme 2: was $350 now $200 at Amazon
When we reviewed this larger portable speaker, we concluded: "One of the best portable speakers around, the Xtreme 2 offers sonic subtlety you wouldn’t expect from first impressions". And look at that discount!
Sony LSPX-S3: was $350 now $248 at Amazon
A unique speaker that packs a lot of tech into a very futuristic aesthetic – and then makes it glow like a candle. It'll be the ultimate conversation piece over the holiday season and should sound great, too, especially with a discount.
Google Nest Audio: was $100 now $50 at Best Buy
Google's smart speaker was cheaper than ever during last year's Black Friday sales. This deal applied to all five finishes (Charcoal, Sky, Sage, Sand and Chalk), and came with an extended holiday return period in case you change your mind.
Google Nest Mini: was $50 now $20 at Best Buy
The Google Nest Mini is a tiny smart speaker with Google Assistant. It can be used as a wireless speaker or smart hub through which you can control other Google Home and Chromecast-enabled speakers around your house.
Sony SRS-XB12: was $60 now $30 at Walmart
This Bluetooth speaker boasts a water-, dust-, and mud-proof build, plus an Extra Bass feature for more low-end bass clout. You can even pair two speakers together for room-filling stereo sound.
Best Black Friday deals: Streaming services
Amazon Music Unlimited: 3-months free
Normally $9.99 a month ($7.99 for Amazon Prime members), so you can save up to $30 with this deal. Amazon Music has never been so appealing as hi-res and lossless audio is now included.
Tidal: 30-day free trial
We love Tidal so much, we gave the streaming subscription a What Hi-Fi? 2022 Award. You can get CD-quality streams with the HiFi plan, or hi-res streaming and 360 audio with the HiFi Plus tier.
Paramount+: free with Walmart+ or one-month trial
Stream the NFL on CBS, Star Trek: Discovery much more for free with a one-month trial offer of Paramount+. Or get a whole year 'free' with a subscription to Walmart+.
Sling TV: 50% off the first month
Watch over 50 live channels (including AMC, Bravo, CNN, HGTV and FOX News) for 30 days for just $20. No contracts, no commitments, just hours of cable-free entertainment.
HBO Max: was $9.99 now $1.99 for 3 months
The HBO streaming service offers a ton of top-drawer content from HBO, Warner Bros., New Line Cinema, DC and more. Subscribers get unlimited access to all of that on smart TV platforms, such as Roku TV and through the likes of Amazon Fire Sticks, Apple TV 4K and Chromecast too.
12-months of Hulu (Ads): $1.99/month
With an extensive library of movies, originals and classic series, unlimited access to the entire Hulu's ad-supported tier typically costs $84 per year – so this deal could save you a massive $72 and keep you entertained until Black Friday 2023.
Disney+: was $95.88 now $79.99 for one year
Get access to Disney's Marvel, National Geographic, Pixar, and Star Wars content, with classic and new shows coming online every day – including Star Wars. No contract, cancel anytime.
Best Black Friday deals: Hi-Fi speakers
KEF R5: was $1650 now $1300 at Best Buy
The KEF R5 are impeccably built with a sleek design. You get two bass drivers top and tailing the Uni-Q midrange, both paired with a tuned reflex port, so you can imagine the kind of heft these floorstanders can deliver. Four stars
Bronze 50: was $550 now $476 at Crutchfield
These are the smaller of two bookshelf speaker options in Monitor Audio's Bronze range, but they still offer two sets of gold-plated speaker terminals for bi-amping (see image). Small speakers, big saving!
KEF R3: was $2100 now $1699 at Amazon
Former What Hi-Fi? Award winners, the R3 are brilliant all-rounders. They’re expertly sonically balanced and work well across a wide range of systems.
Klipsch R-41PM: was $499 now $219 at Amazon
Very well equipped active speakers by Klipsch that offer an integrated phono pre-amp, Bluetooth, digital optical, analog RCA and USB inputs.
Klipsch R-41M: was $280 now $120 at Amazon
Passive (unamplified) versions of the speakers above, these are Klipsch classics – and heavily discounted ones at that.
Polk Audio TSi100: was $219 now $100 at Amazon
These Polk speakers are a great price and promise an open sound with wide staging and precise imaging. They sport a 1in silk dome tweeter, 5.25in polycarbonate woofer and stand 16 inches tall.
Sony SSCS5: was $200 now $123 at Amazon
Exceptionally well-reviewed on Amazon, these Sonys are budget three-way standmounters that are currently on what looks to be a fairly major Black Friday discount, so you'd better act fast.
Best Black Friday deals: Turntables
AT-LP60XBT: was $219 now $179 at Amazon
Not the very best budget turntable in terms of audio quality, but if you want to listen to vinyl wirelessly with a pair of Bluetooth headphones, this'll get the job done.
Sony PS-LX310BT: was $250 now $198 at Amazon
Here, Sony has generously given us a ‘plug and play’ fully automatic deck, including a phono stage, thrown in Bluetooth and priced it at the low end of the market. Five stars
Denon DP-400: was $589 now $499 at Crutchfield
Another record player we haven't tested ourselves, but Denon is a hugely respected audio brand so it could be worth trying this one out. The DP-400 has a built-in phono preamp and spins at 33 1/3, 45 and 78rpm – perfect for those older collections.
Fluance RT81: was $350 now $250 at Amazon
The RT81 is an instantly likeable deck that won't let you down. It sounds good out of the box and can be easily upgraded at a later stage. A talented musical turntable.
Best Black Friday deals: Hi-Fi systems, separates, portables
Sony STR-DH590: was $389.20 now $248 at Walmart
This Sony receiver packs in 4K support, robust HDR support, tons of HDMI inputs (with ARC, too), support for 5.2 channels, and even FM radio, Bluetooth, and virtual surround support, too. Whatever you want to watch, this piece of kit can handle it.
Naim Mu-so 2: was 1599 now $1299 at Amazon
This Award-winning speaker might cost a pretty penny, but it's got a robust feature list, a great all-in-one design, a rich, detailed sound, and a easy-to-use app. What's more is that this Black Friday you can pick up the Mu-so 2 for $200 off, so you'd better act fast!
AVR-X2700H: was $1099 now $779 at Amazon
This five-star AVR comes packed with fantastic spatial audio control, an amazing sense of rhythm, and supports 8K as well as HDMI 2.1. With this massive Black Friday discount, this AVR is a phenomenal deal.