Black Friday 2026 UK: home buys worth waiting for (and what to buy now)
Black Friday is Friday 27 November 2026. Here's what's confirmed about the dates, which home products and picks from our guides are worth watching, what you shouldn't wait for, and how to check whether a deal is genuine.
Black Friday can be a good time to buy big-ticket home kit, but it's rarely the only good time. Which?'s long-running price investigations show that most Black Friday "deals" were the same price or cheaper at some other point in the year. The trick is to decide what you want before the sales start, note today's price, and only buy when the price is genuinely good, not just labelled as a deal.
This hub pulls together the products from our guides that are worth watching, from air fryers and cordless vacuums to electric blankets and dehumidifiers. It also covers what we'd buy now rather than wait for.
Who this guide is for: Anyone planning to buy home, kitchen, bedroom, DIY or heating kit in November, or buying Christmas presents early. It's especially useful if you've been eyeing something from one of our guides and want to know whether to buy now or wait for Black Friday.
Black Friday 2026 dates: what's confirmed
- Black Friday: Friday 27 November 2026.
- Cyber Monday: Monday 30 November 2026.
- Amazon UK's Black Friday Week: not yet announced (as of 20 October 2026). Amazon hasn't yet published its customer dates.
For context, Amazon UK's Black Friday Week ran from 21 November to 2 December in 2024 and from 20 November to 1 December in 2025, opening about a week before Black Friday and closing on Cyber Monday. Amazon announced those dates on 8 November 2024 and 13 November 2025. We'll update this page when the 2026 dates are confirmed. Many other UK retailers start "early Black Friday" offers in November too.
How to spot a genuine Black Friday deal
Which? has tracked Black Friday prices for years. In its investigation of 175 deals from Black Friday 2024, every product was the same price or cheaper at some point in the six months either side, and 35% were cheaper after the sales period. Which? says its 2025 investigation found the same: 100% of the deals it analysed were cheaper or the same price at other times of the year. Its advice is simple: don't feel rushed.
- Check the price history. For Amazon, CamelCamelCamel (free) and Keepa show charts of past Amazon.co.uk prices and can email you when the price drops. For other retailers, Which? suggests price comparison sites such as PriceSpy and PriceRunner.
- Ignore the RRP. Which? found that all the Amazon deals in its 2024 investigation used a recommended retail price to show the saving, and an RRP doesn't have to be a price the retailer ever charged.
- Be wary of 'was' prices. In Which?'s 2024 analysis, for six in 10 deals the 'was' price had been in place less than half the time in the year before the promotion.
- Match the model number. Bundles and colour variants make price comparisons tricky. Compare exact model codes such as AF400UK or IZ400UKT.
- Check who's selling it. 'Sold by Amazon' or a brand's official store is simpler for returns than an unknown third-party seller.
- Ignore countdown clocks. The CMA says misleading countdown timers are banned under the new consumer regime, and it can now fine businesses up to 10% of global turnover. In November 2025 it opened investigations into online pricing practices.
Good deals do exist. If an item you were going to buy anyway is at or near its lowest price in the price history, that's a good time to buy, whether or not it's Black Friday.
Which home products are worth watching?
These are the product types from our guides that big brands commonly promote in winter sales. Amazon's 2025 Black Friday announcement highlighted brands including Ninja, Philips, De'Longhi, Dyson and Tefal. That doesn't guarantee any particular product will be discounted this year.
- Air fryers: Ninja, Cosori, Tower and Instant. See our air fryers guide.
- Cordless and robot vacuums: Shark, Dyson and Vax sticks. See our cordless vacuums guide. We haven't reviewed robot vacuums yet.
- Electric blankets and heated throws: see our electric blankets and heated throws guides.
- Dehumidifiers: see our dehumidifiers and desiccant dehumidifiers guides.
- Mattress toppers and weighted blankets: see our mattress toppers and weighted blankets guides.
- Coffee machines: a frequent sale category. See our bean to cup coffee machines guide, and the AeroPress in our gifts for him guide.
- Electric screwdrivers and drills: see our electric screwdrivers and cordless drills guides.
- Radiators and heaters: see our oil-filled radiators, electric radiators and ceramic heaters guides.
- Dog beds: see our dog beds for large dogs guide.
- Christmas gifts: see our Secret Santa gifts under £20, gifts for a dad who wants nothing, gifts for cooks and stocking fillers guides.
Other guides worth checking before the sales include slow cookers, pan sets, office chairs, standing desks and pressure washers.
Buy now or wait for Black Friday?
| Product | Buy now if… | Worth waiting if… |
|---|---|---|
| Electric blanket or heated throw | You're cold at night now | It's a Christmas present |
| Dehumidifier | You have mould, wet windows or damp walls | It's for a spare room or garage that can wait |
| Heater or radiator | A room is cold now | It's a back-up for later in winter |
| Air fryer | Your oven or old fryer has failed | It's an upgrade or a gift |
| Cordless vacuum | Your vacuum has broken | Your current one still works |
| Mattress topper | Your bed is causing aches | It's a comfort upgrade |
| Weighted blanket | Rarely urgent | Usually: it's a nice-to-have |
| Drill or screwdriver | You have a job to do now | It's a present |
| Coffee machine | Rarely urgent | Usually, especially for expensive machines |
| Draught excluder | Almost always: it's cheap and stops heat loss now | Rarely worth waiting for |
| Dog bed | Your dog is stiff or the old bed has gone flat | It's a Christmas present or an upgrade |
The rule of thumb: if waiting means weeks of being cold, damp or without something essential, buy now. Which?'s research suggests you won't miss out on the best price of the year by buying on a different day. If it's a nice-to-have or a gift, note today's price and watch it.
Your Black Friday checklist
- Make a shortlist from our guides and note each product's exact model code.
- Write down today's price, or set a CamelCamelCamel or Keepa alert.
- Set a budget before the sales start.
- When a deal appears, check the price history, the seller and the delivery date.
- Check the returns window, especially for gifts and bedding. Citizens Advice says that for most online purchases you have 14 days from delivery to tell the seller you've changed your mind, but items with a broken hygiene seal are an exception. Retailers' own Christmas returns policies may be longer.
- Register guarantees as soon as the item arrives.
How we chose: We picked 1–2 standout products from each of our existing UK buying guides in the categories that big brands most often promote in winter sales, and re-checked on 20 October 2026 that each was listed on Amazon.co.uk with an add-to-cart button. We don't predict which products will be discounted or by how much. Dates and deal statistics come from Amazon's own announcements, Which? investigations and the Competition and Markets Authority (sources below). We never show prices, because they change constantly. We have not personally tested these products; this is a research-based roundup. Our research process.
Picks to watch at a glance
| Pick | Category | Why watch it | Buy now instead if | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninja Foodi MAX Dual Zone AF400UKWatch: family air fryer | Air fryer | Popular big-brand model; Ninja was a headline brand in Amazon's 2025 sale | Your oven or old air fryer has died | Check price |
| Cosori TurboBlaze 6LWatch: single-basket air fryer | Air fryer | Well-liked single-basket model with a big owner base | You cook for one or two and want it before Christmas | Check price |
| Shark Stratos Pet ProWatch: pet hair | Cordless vacuum | Premium model; Shark is a regular sale brand | Your current vacuum has failed | Check price |
| Vax Blade 4 Classic PlusWatch: budget cordless | Cordless vacuum | Big-brand budget model | You need it for a move or before guests arrive | Check price |
| Dreamland Cosy DreamerWatch: dual-control blanket | Electric blanket | Our top pick; dual control, timer | You're cold now: every week waiting is a cold week | Check price |
| Beurer HD75Watch: heated throw | Heated throw | Popular gift; sold by Amazon | It's for you and you're cold now | Check price |
| Meaco 20L Low EnergyWatch: whole-house dehumidifier | Compressor dehumidifier | Long-running best seller from a UK specialist | You have mould or wet windows now | Check price |
| Meaco DD8LWatch: cold-room dehumidifier | Desiccant dehumidifier | Well-known desiccant model | A cold room is already damp | Check price |
| Silentnight Impress 5cmWatch: memory foam topper | Mattress topper | Big-brand topper with lots of owner feedback | Your mattress is causing aches now | Check price |
| Simba Hybrid topperWatch: premium topper | Mattress topper | Premium price, so any genuine saving counts | You need it for guests before Christmas | Check price |
| Silentnight Wellbeing 9kgWatch: weighted blanket | Weighted blanket | Popular gift from a big brand | Never: it isn't urgent, so wait for a good price | Check price |
| Brentfords 8kgWatch: budget weighted blanket | Weighted blanket | Budget model with a very large owner base | It's a gift you want sorted early | Check price |
| Philips 3300 LatteGoWatch: bean to cup | Bean to cup coffee machine | Our top bean to cup pick; Philips was a headline brand in Amazon's 2025 sale | Rarely urgent: watch the price | Check price |
| De'Longhi Magnifica SWatch: classic bean to cup | Bean to cup coffee machine | Long-running De'Longhi model; De'Longhi was a headline brand in Amazon's 2025 sale | Rarely urgent: watch the price | Check price |
| AeroPress OriginalWatch: coffee gift | Coffee maker | Popular gift for coffee lovers | You want a stocking filler sorted early | Check price |
| Bosch IXO 7Watch: screwdriver | Electric screwdriver | Best-known pocket screwdriver; popular gift | You've got furniture to build this weekend | Check price |
| Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40Watch: combi drill | Combi drill | Two-battery kit from a major brand | You've a job to do before Christmas | Check price |
| De'Longhi Radia S 2kWWatch: oil-filled radiator | Oil-filled radiator | Big-brand heater with digital controls | You need heat now | Check price |
| Devola 2kW smart panelWatch: smart panel heater | Panel heater | Smart controls; popular panel | You need heat now | Check price |
| Dreo 1500W ceramicWatch: ceramic heater | Ceramic fan heater | Our top ceramic pick; sold by Amazon | You need heat now | Check price |
| Bedsure dog sofa bedWatch: bolster dog bed | Dog bed | Our top large dog bed; Bedsure has a huge owner base | Your dog's bed has gone flat or fallen apart | Check price |
| The Dog's Bed XLWatch: memory foam dog bed | Dog bed | Premium memory foam with a 12-year no-flatten warranty | Your dog is stiff or sore now | Check price |
Specs are from manufacturer listings as of 20 October 2026; claimed figures (running costs, runtimes) are the maker’s, not ours. Check the Amazon page for the current price and exact variant before you buy.
Air fryers to watch
Air fryers are one of the most heavily promoted kitchen appliances every winter. Full comparison: best air fryers UK.
Ninja Foodi MAX Dual Zone 9.5L air fryer (AF400UK)
Best for: Families who want two foods ready at the same time
- Category
- Air fryer
- Why watch it
- Popular big-brand model; Ninja was a headline brand in Amazon's 2025 sale
- Buy now instead if
- Your oven or old air fryer has died
Our top family pick: two independent 4.75L drawers, with Sync and Match so different foods finish together. Owners consistently praise even cooking and how much it replaces the oven for weekday meals. It's wide, so measure your worktop first.
Ninja was one of the brands Amazon highlighted when it announced its 2025 Black Friday Week, but that's no guarantee of a discount this year. Check the price history before you buy. Full details are in our air fryer guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Two zones, finish together
- Huge owner base
- Replaces the oven for many meals
Watch-outs
- Wide footprint
- No viewing window
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Cosori TurboBlaze 6L air fryer (DC601)
Best for: One to four people who want one big, fast basket
- Category
- Air fryer
- Why watch it
- Well-liked single-basket model with a big owner base
- Buy now instead if
- You cook for one or two and want it before Christmas
A single 6L basket that fits a whole chicken, with a DC motor and five fan speeds. UK owners rate it highly for easy controls and quick cooking, though professional reviews are more divided than for the Ninja.
If you only need one cooking zone, it's a simpler and smaller alternative to a dual-drawer model. See our air fryer guide for budget options too.
What owners and reviewers like
- Big single basket
- Easy controls
- Smaller than dual-drawer models
Watch-outs
- One cooking zone
- Mixed professional reviews
Check current price on Amazon Affiliate link · opens Amazon.co.uk
Cordless vacuums to watch
Cordless stick vacuums from Shark, Dyson and Vax are regular sale headliners. We haven't covered robot vacuums yet. Full comparison: best cordless vacuums UK.
Shark Stratos cordless vacuum Pet Pro (IZ400UKT)
Best for: Dog and cat owners with mixed carpet and hard floors
- Category
- Cordless vacuum
- Why watch it
- Premium model; Shark is a regular sale brand
- Buy now instead if
- Your current vacuum has failed
Shark's flagship stick without the self-empty dock, with an anti-hair-wrap brush roll that owners say handles dog hair well. Independent testing found about 11 minutes of runtime on full power, which is normal for cordless vacuums. Use Eco for everyday cleaning.
Shark often runs promotions on its vacuums, and Amazon sometimes lists several Stratos bundles at once. Check the model code (IZ400UKT) matches what you want. More in our cordless vacuum guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Excellent on pet hair
- 5-year warranty (2 on battery)
- Easy to empty
Watch-outs
- Short runtime on Boost
- Some durability complaints
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Vax Blade 4 Classic Plus cordless vacuum (CLSV-B4CA)
Best for: Flats and smaller budgets
- Category
- Cordless vacuum
- Why watch it
- Big-brand budget model
- Buy now instead if
- You need it for a move or before guests arrive
A budget cordless from Vax with a removable 4.0Ah ONEPWR battery, up to 45 minutes' claimed runtime, LED headlights and a wall mount. It lacks the anti-hair-wrap roller and pet tool of the Sharks.
Budget models can be a safe Black Friday buy because you're not chasing a huge saving. Just make sure it's the Classic Plus model you expect. See our cordless vacuum guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Long claimed runtime
- Removable battery
- Wall mount
Watch-outs
- No anti-hair-wrap roller
- Smaller bin
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Electric blankets and heated throws to watch
Warming yourself costs far less than heating the house. Full guides: electric blankets and heated throws.
Dreamland Cosy Dreamer dual-control electric blanket, double
Best for: Couples who want separate controls and a timer
- Category
- Electric blanket
- Why watch it
- Our top pick; dual control, timer
- Buy now instead if
- You're cold now: every week waiting is a cold week
Good Housekeeping's top dual-control under blanket in its 2026 roundup: each side has its own six-setting controller, with auto shut-off after 1, 3 or 9 hours. It has a cotton top, anti-slip backing and a three-year guarantee.
Electric blankets are a winter staple, so demand peaks just as Black Friday arrives. If you're cold now, buy now. Safety advice and more options are in our electric blanket guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Dual controls
- Timer options
- Three-year guarantee
Watch-outs
- Doesn't cover full mattress length
- Some early-failure reports
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Beurer HD75 heated throw, 180 × 130cm
Best for: A generous throw for the sofa or desk
- Category
- Heated throw
- Why watch it
- Popular gift; sold by Amazon
- Buy now instead if
- It's for you and you're cold now
A 180 × 130cm throw from German heating brand Beurer, with six settings, automatic switch-off and an overheat protection system. It's rated at 100W, so it costs pennies an hour to run.
Heated throws are popular Christmas presents, which makes Black Friday a sensible time to buy one as a gift. Compare others in our heated throws guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Large size
- Auto switch-off
- Sold by Amazon
Watch-outs
- Top setting isn't the hottest
- Some early failures
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Dehumidifiers to watch
Full comparisons: compressor dehumidifiers and desiccant dehumidifiers.
Meaco 20L Low Energy dehumidifier and air purifier
Best for: Houses with condensation or a damp room
- Category
- Compressor dehumidifier
- Why watch it
- Long-running best seller from a UK specialist
- Buy now instead if
- You have mould or wet windows now
Our top compressor pick: a 6L tank, HEPA filter, laundry mode and low power use for its size, from UK dehumidifier specialist Meaco. Noise on the high setting is the main complaint.
Don't let damp sit for weeks while you wait for a sale. Condensation and mould get worse as winter goes on. Our condensation guide has free fixes to try first.
What owners and reviewers like
- Low energy for a 20L
- Big tank
- Laundry mode
Watch-outs
- Noisy on high
- Heavy-ish
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Meaco DD8L compact desiccant dehumidifier
Best for: Cold bedrooms, conservatories and garages
- Category
- Desiccant dehumidifier
- Why watch it
- Well-known desiccant model
- Buy now instead if
- A cold room is already damp
Meaco's long-running desiccant model keeps working in cold spaces where compressor dehumidifiers struggle. It has a humidistat, laundry mode, an off timer and a continuous-drain option.
It's sold by a third-party retailer rather than Amazon, so check the seller and delivery before you buy. More in our desiccant dehumidifier guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Works in cold rooms
- Laundry mode
- Compact
Watch-outs
- Uses more power than a compressor model
- Third-party seller
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Mattress toppers and weighted blankets to watch
Bedding is a big category in winter sales. Full guides: mattress toppers and weighted blankets.
Silentnight Impress memory foam mattress topper, 5cm, double
Best for: Side and back sleepers on a firm mattress
- Category
- Mattress topper
- Why watch it
- Big-brand topper with lots of owner feedback
- Buy now instead if
- Your mattress is causing aches now
5cm of medium memory foam with a removable cover and elastic straps, from one of the UK's biggest bedding brands. Owners say it transformed a firm or tired mattress.
Check the returns policy before you buy any topper, because opened bedding can be harder to return. Sizes and fillings are compared in our mattress topper guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Pressure relief
- Removable cover
- Well-known brand
Watch-outs
- Warmer than fibre
- New-foam smell at first
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Simba Hybrid mattress topper, king
Best for: A big upgrade to a mattress you plan to keep
- Category
- Mattress topper
- Why watch it
- Premium price, so any genuine saving counts
- Buy now instead if
- You need it for guests before Christmas
The only topper in our guide with springs: microsprings under a cooler Simbatex foam layer. The Guardian named Simba's hybrid topper its best overall, though its reviewer found it could trap heat on warm nights. This listing is the king size.
Premium bedding brands often run their own sales, so compare the price on Amazon with the brand's own site. See our mattress topper guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Springs plus foam
- Washable cover
- Highly rated
Watch-outs
- Expensive
- Heavy
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Silentnight Wellbeing weighted blanket, 9kg
Best for: Adults of around 90kg who want a well-known brand
- Category
- Weighted blanket
- Why watch it
- Popular gift from a big brand
- Buy now instead if
- Never: it isn't urgent, so wait for a good price
A 150 × 200cm weighted blanket with glass beads in diamond-stitched pockets and a soft microfibre cover. Silentnight suggests about 10% of body weight, so this 9kg version suits adults of around 90kg (a 6.8kg version is also available).
Weighted blankets aren't suitable for babies or young children. Our weighted blanket guide covers weights, safety and cheaper options such as the Brentfords 8kg.
What owners and reviewers like
- Well-known UK brand
- Beads stay in place
- Two weights
Watch-outs
- Warm in summer
- Heavy to shift
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Brentfords weighted blanket, 8kg, 150 × 200cm
Best for: A well-reviewed blanket on a budget
- Category
- Weighted blanket
- Why watch it
- Budget model with a very large owner base
- Buy now instead if
- It's a gift you want sorted early
A 150 × 200cm, 8kg blanket with a quilted polyester cover and glass beads in square pockets. Brentfords recommends 7–12% of body weight, so it suits most adults between about 70kg and 110kg.
It's already a budget option, so don't hold out for a big saving. Sold by a third-party seller. Compare it with others in our weighted blanket guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Budget friendly
- Huge owner base
- Several colours
Watch-outs
- Polyester can feel warm
- Third-party seller
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Coffee to watch
Coffee machines are a frequent sale category, and bean to cup machines are where price history matters most. Full comparison: best bean to cup coffee machines UK. The AeroPress is the coffee gift from our Christmas gifts for him under £50.
Philips 3300 Series bean to cup coffee machine with LatteGo (EP3347/90)
Best for: Latte and cappuccino drinkers who want easy cleaning
- Category
- Bean to cup coffee machine
- Why watch it
- Our top bean to cup pick; Philips was a headline brand in Amazon's 2025 sale
- Buy now instead if
- Rarely urgent: watch the price
Our top bean to cup pick: Philips's two-part LatteGo milk system froths milk automatically and has no tubes to clean, with six hot and iced drinks, a 12-step ceramic grinder and quiet SilentBrew brewing. It's sold by Amazon.
Several Philips LatteGo models look alike, so check the model code (EP3347/90) before comparing prices. Alternatives are in our bean to cup guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Easy-clean automatic milk
- Iced drinks
- Sold by Amazon
Watch-outs
- Fewer drinks than pricier models
- Mixed reliability reports
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De'Longhi Magnifica S automatic bean to cup coffee machine (ECAM22.110.B)
Best for: Black coffee drinkers who want beans and ground coffee in one machine
- Category
- Bean to cup coffee machine
- Why watch it
- Long-running De'Longhi model; De'Longhi was a headline brand in Amazon's 2025 sale
- Buy now instead if
- Rarely urgent: watch the price
A long-running machine with a 13-setting grinder, a manual milk frother and a bypass for pre-ground coffee. It's sold by a third-party seller.
Older models like this one often have plenty of price history to compare against. More in our bean to cup guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Takes beans or ground coffee
- Proven design
- Two cups at once
Watch-outs
- Manual frother
- Third-party seller
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AeroPress Original coffee press
Best for: Better coffee with no pods or machine
- Category
- Coffee maker
- Why watch it
- Popular gift for coffee lovers
- Buy now instead if
- You want a stocking filler sorted early
A compact, light and shatterproof manual press: add ground coffee and hot water, stir, then press. AeroPress says it gives a smooth cup without grit or bitterness, and it needs no pods or power.
Coffee machines often feature in Black Friday sales. With expensive bean-to-cup or espresso machines, price history matters most, because 'was' prices and RRPs can make a saving look bigger than it is.
What owners and reviewers like
- No pods
- Compact and tough
- No pods or power needed
Watch-outs
- One or two cups at a time
- Third-party seller
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Electric screwdrivers and drills to watch
Power tools are popular Christmas presents. Full guides: electric screwdrivers and cordless drills.
Bosch IXO 7 cordless screwdriver with angle attachment (Amazon Edition)
Best for: Flat-pack and small jobs around the house
- Category
- Electric screwdriver
- Why watch it
- Best-known pocket screwdriver; popular gift
- Buy now instead if
- You've got furniture to build this weekend
Bosch's seventh-generation IXO has 5.5Nm of torque and a 2.0Ah battery that Bosch says drives up to 190 screws per charge. This Amazon Edition includes an angle attachment and 10 bits.
Several IXO bundles are listed at once, so check what's in the box before comparing prices. See our electric screwdriver guide for cheaper alternatives and models with a clutch.
What owners and reviewers like
- Compact
- Good battery life
- Attachment system
Watch-outs
- Micro-USB
- No clutch in this kit
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Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40 combi drill with 2 batteries and case
Best for: Occasional DIY: shelves, curtain poles, flat-pack
- Category
- Combi drill
- Why watch it
- Two-battery kit from a major brand
- Buy now instead if
- You've a job to do before Christmas
A slim, light combi drill with 20 torque settings and a hammer action for brick, supplied with two 2.0Ah batteries in a case. It's our value Bosch pick.
With power tools, compare kits rather than headline prices: the number of batteries, the charger and the case all affect value. See our cordless drill guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Two batteries
- Light
- Hammer action
Watch-outs
- Some chuck complaints
- Less torque for heavy jobs
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Heaters to watch
Full guides: oil-filled radiators, electric radiators and ceramic heaters. If the cold is coming from a draughty front door, our draught excluder guide has cheap fixes worth buying now.
De'Longhi Radia S oil-filled radiator, 2kW, digital controls
Best for: Quiet, steady heat with a timer
- Category
- Oil-filled radiator
- Why watch it
- Big-brand heater with digital controls
- Buy now instead if
- You need heat now
De'Longhi's digital oil-filled radiator lets you set an exact temperature and a start or stop time up to 24 hours ahead, with an Eco Plus mode and anti-frost setting.
Heaters are in peak demand from November, so if a room is cold now, buy what you need. Running costs are the same for any 2kW heater, so focus on controls. See our oil-filled radiator guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Digital thermostat and timer
- Silent
- Eco mode
Watch-outs
- Heavy
- Pricier than basic models
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Devola 2000W smart glass panel heater with Wi-Fi
Best for: A room you heat every day, with app scheduling
- Category
- Panel heater
- Why watch it
- Smart controls; popular panel
- Buy now instead if
- You need heat now
A wall-mounted or freestanding glass panel with a precision thermostat, two power levels and Wi-Fi control through the Tuya Smart app. It's sold by a third-party retailer.
At the current price cap a 2kW heater costs about 52.6p an hour at full power, whatever the brand. See running costs in our electric radiators guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- App scheduling
- Accurate thermostat
- Wall or feet
Watch-outs
- Wi-Fi setup can be fiddly
- Third-party seller
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Dreo 1500W ceramic fan heater with remote and thermostat (DR-HSH006)
Best for: Fast heat for a home office or bedroom
- Category
- Ceramic fan heater
- Why watch it
- Our top ceramic pick; sold by Amazon
- Buy now instead if
- You need heat now
A compact heater with a 5–35°C digital thermostat in 1°C steps, ECO mode, a 12-hour timer, a remote and tip-over protection. Dreo says it runs at 34dB. It's sold by Amazon.
At the current price cap it costs about 39.5p an hour at full power, and less once the thermostat cycles. See running costs for every size in our ceramic heaters guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Precise thermostat
- Quiet
- Compact
Watch-outs
- 1.5kW: small to medium rooms
- No oscillation
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Dog beds to watch
Dog beds are a popular Christmas present for the family dog. Full comparison: best dog beds for large dogs UK.
Bedsure large orthopaedic dog sofa bed with bolsters, 97 × 71cm
Best for: Labradors and big dogs that like to curl up
- Category
- Dog bed
- Why watch it
- Our top large dog bed; Bedsure has a huge owner base
- Buy now instead if
- Your dog's bed has gone flat or fallen apart
Egg-crate foam with bolsters on all four sides, a waterproof inner liner and a machine-washable cover. It's sold by Bedsure's own Amazon store.
Check the inner sleeping area against your dog's length before buying, as bolsters take up space. Sizing advice is in our dog beds guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- Waterproof liner
- Washable cover
- Four-sided bolster
Watch-outs
- Bolsters reduce lying area
- Third-party seller
Check current price on Amazon Affiliate link · opens Amazon.co.uk
The Dog's Bed orthopaedic memory foam mattress, XL, 117 × 71cm
Best for: Older and arthritic big dogs
- Category
- Dog bed
- Why watch it
- Premium memory foam with a 12-year no-flatten warranty
- Buy now instead if
- Your dog is stiff or sore now
A deep, flat memory foam mattress with CertiPUR-certified foam, a removable cover and a 12-year no-flatten warranty. There are no sides to climb over, which suits stiff, older dogs. It's sold by a third-party seller.
It's our priciest dog bed pick, so it's a sensible one to watch. If your dog is struggling now, don't wait. See our dog beds guide.
What owners and reviewers like
- 12-year no-flatten warranty
- Easy access
- Deep foam
Watch-outs
- Expensive
- Third-party seller
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FAQs
When is Black Friday 2026 in the UK?
Black Friday is Friday 27 November 2026 and Cyber Monday is Monday 30 November 2026.
When does Amazon's Black Friday sale start in 2026?
Amazon UK hadn't announced its 2026 dates as of 20 October 2026. In 2024 its Black Friday Week ran from 21 November to 2 December, and in 2025 from 20 November to 1 December. We'll update this page when the dates are confirmed.
Are Black Friday deals genuine?
Some are, but Which?'s investigations found that the vast majority of Black Friday deals were the same price or cheaper at other times of the year. Check the price history before you buy.
How do I check the price history of an Amazon product?
Paste the Amazon.co.uk link into CamelCamelCamel (uk.camelcamelcamel.com) or use Keepa's website or browser extension. Both show past prices and can alert you to drops.
Should I buy an electric blanket or heater now or wait?
If you're cold now, buy now. A few weeks of warmth is worth more than a possible saving. If it's a gift, it's reasonable to watch the price until Black Friday.
Is Cyber Monday better than Black Friday?
Not usually for home products. Amazon's recent Black Friday Weeks have run through to Cyber Monday, so many offers overlap. Which? also found many products were cheaper after the sales period.
Do you get commission?
Yes. If you buy through our links, Amazon may pay us a small commission at no extra cost to you. It doesn't affect which products we include. See our Affiliate Disclosure.
Sources we consulted
- Which?: when is Black Friday 2026?
- Which?: how to check if a Black Friday deal is real
- Which?: nine in 10 Black Friday deals cheaper or same price at other times of the year (2024)
- Amazon UK press centre: Black Friday Week 2025, 20 November to 1 December
- Amazon UK press centre: Black Friday Week 2024, 21 November to 2 December
- CMA: consumer protection drive on online pricing practices (Nov 2025)
- Citizens Advice: changing your mind about something you've bought
- CamelCamelCamel UK: Amazon price history
- Keepa: Amazon price tracker
Prices change constantly, so we don’t list them here. Always check the current price, seller and delivery details on Amazon before buying. If anything on this page looks wrong or out of date, tell us.
