Our Favorite Post-Prime Day Deals – Bob Vila

Prime Day might officially be over, but the price tags didn’t get the memo.
Every year we see a wave of post–Prime Day deals where some of the
best discounts quietly hang around for dayssometimes weeksafter the big sale
ends. For home improvers and deal hunters, this is the sweet spot: less chaos,
lower pressure, and plenty of chances to snag the tools, vacuums, and home
upgrades you’ve been eyeing.

In true Bob Vila spirit, this guide focuses on the kinds of things
that actually make your home better: cordless drills that won’t die halfway
through a project, robot vacuums that can keep up with pet hair, permanent
outdoor lights that survive real weather, and coffee makers that turn
Monday mornings into something almost pleasant.

Below, we’ll break down how post–Prime Day deals work, which categories
still offer the biggest savings, and how to tell the difference between a
genuine bargain and a cleverly disguised full-price purchase. Then, we’ll
share some hands-on experiences chasing these dealsso you can skip the
buyer’s remorse and go straight to the good stuff.

What Are Post–Prime Day Deals, Exactly?

Post–Prime Day deals are the lingering discounts that remain after Amazon’s
big event has “ended.” Sometimes they’re extended promotions from brands
that negotiated longer runs. Other times they’re competitor price matches,
or simply items that sold well enough that Amazon (and other retailers) decide
to keep them discounted a little longer.

Practically, that means you’ll still see:

• Tools, vacuums, and appliances at or near their Prime Day low price.
• Bundlesespecially tool kits and smart home starter packskept on sale to move inventory.
• Home, kitchen, and bedding deals that roll right into back-to-school or early holiday sales.

The catch? Stock and sizes can get limited. You might still see the deal price,
but only for a certain color, battery size, or configuration. So if you find a
truly strong price on a product you actually need, this is not the moment to
“think about it for a week.”

How We Choose Our Favorite Post–Prime Day Deals

Not every “deal” deserves space in your cart (or your garage). When we talk
about favorites, we’re looking at more than just a big red percentage sign.
Here’s what matters:

• Real price drops: We favor products that are genuinely
  discounted compared with their usual street price, not inflated MSRP games.
• Home and DIY focus: Tools, outdoor gear, vacuums, smart
  home tech, and everyday essentials that actually improve how your home looks or works.
• Performance and durability: Established brands with strong
  test results and thousands of reviews beat mystery-name gadgets that
  may not survive the weekend.
• Long-term value: We look at filter costs, replacement
  batteries, and warranty termsnot just the initial discount.

With that in mind, let’s walk through the categories where the
post–Prime Day magic tends to stick around the longest.

Still-On-Sale Tool Deals Worth Your Money

1. Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Kits

If you buy only one tool during post–Prime Day, make it a
cordless drill/driver kit. Brands like DeWalt, Bosch, and
Craftsman regularly stay discounted after Prime Day, especially on
20V–class drill and impact driver bundles. These kits usually include
two batteries, a charger, and a caseeverything a homeowner needs to
hang shelves, assemble furniture, or build that deck you’ve been talking about for three summers.

Post–Prime Day, it’s common to see these kits marked down 20–40% from
their typical price. That’s a meaningful savings on a tool combo you’ll
use for years, not a gimmicky gadget that’s fun once and then lives in a drawer.

2. Mechanics Tool Sets and Hand Tools

Another post-sale staple: mechanics tool sets. Big
multi-piece kits with ratchets, sockets, hex keys, and bits often stay
on sale as retailers clear bulk buys from the event. Look for sets from
Craftsman, DeWalt, and GearWrenchbrands known for solid warranties and
well-machined tools.

These sets are a smart buy if you:

• Do your own car maintenance or bike repairs.
• Constantly borrow a socket from a neighbor.
• Want a well-organized, all-in-one kit you can stash in the garage.

Don’t get hung up on huge piece counts alone; a well-curated 150-piece kit is
often more useful than a 400-piece monster full of duplicates and specialty
bits you’ll never touch.

3. Outdoor Power Tools

Post–Prime Day is also prime time (sorry, couldn’t resist) to grab
outdoor cordless tools: string trimmers, leaf blowers,
hedge trimmers, and even entry-level chainsaws. These often get discounted
ahead of seasonal cleanup, and the sales sometimes linger while retailers
shift to holiday inventory.

Focus on:

• Shared battery systems that work across multiple tools.
• Brushless motors for better power and efficiency.
• Realistic run time claims and replacement battery pricing.

If you’re still using gas for everything, a post–Prime Day cordless combo
kit can be a painless way to try battery-powered yard work without paying full freight.

Home and Cleaning Deals That Stick Around

4. Robot Vacuums and Cordless Sticks

Prime Day is famous for slashing prices on robot vacuums
and cordless stick vacuumsand a surprising number of those
prices hang around longer than you’d expect. You’ll often see midrange and
previous-generation models from brands like iRobot, Shark, and Tineco
stay discounted while inventory lasts.

For most homes, a slightly older model with solid suction and good navigation
at a serious discount is better than the latest flagship at full price. Look for:

• Mapping features for multi-room cleaning.
• Decent bin size, especially if you have pets.
• Reasonably priced replacement filters and brushes.

5. Wet-Dry Vacuums and Smart Mops

One of the most underrated categories: wet-dry cordless vacuums
and smart mops. These hybrid machines vacuum and mop in one pass,
and they often keep their Prime Day price or a close cousin for a bit longer.

They shine in homes with hard floors, kids, and petsbasically, anywhere
spills and crumbs form a tag team. If you’ve been mopping with the same
tired string mop for a decade, a good post–Prime Day deal on one of these
can be a genuine quality-of-life upgrade.

6. Air Purifiers and Fans

Between wildfire smoke, allergies, and general indoor air quality concerns,
air purifiers have become staple Prime Day buys. Many of
those deals spill over into the days after, especially on previous-model
units and lesser-known sizes from big brands.

When evaluating purifiers, pay attention to:

• CADR and recommended room size.
• Noise level on “sleep” or low modes.
• Filter replacement cost and frequency.

A moderate discount can pay for itself quickly if cleaner air helps you
sleep better, sneeze less, or run your HVAC system more efficiently.

Kitchen, Bath, and Everyday Essentials

7. Coffee Makers, Espresso Machines, and Kettles

If Prime Day has a personality, it’s running on caffeine. Coffee makers and
espresso machines almost always see aggressive discounts during the sale,
and many of those prices linger on select colors or configurations afterwards.

Post–Prime Day is a smart time to upgrade from the budget machine you bought
when you moved into your first apartment. You can often find:

• Midrange drip brewers with programmable timers and better temperature control.
• Single-serve pod machines at rare low prices.
• Entry-level espresso makers bundled with grinders or milk frothers.

Pair one of these with an electric kettlealso a frequent sale itemand
suddenly making coffee at home feels less like a chore and more like a ritual.

8. Cookware, Air Fryers, and Small Appliances

Another category that loves hanging out after Prime Day:
cookware and small kitchen appliances. Think air fryers,
stand mixers, Dutch ovens, blenders, and multi-cookers.

Retailers know these are gift-friendly and holiday-ready, so they often
keep the discounts running to bridge Prime Day into the holiday rush.
If you cook regularly, a solid nonstick pan set or a reliable air fryer
that’s genuinely marked down can do more for your budget than another
random gadget: cooking at home is one of the easiest ways to offset what
you just spent on deals.

9. Towels, Bedding, and Soft Goods

Bedding and bath goods are the quiet heroes of post–Prime Day.
Plush towel sets, sheet bundles, and mattress toppers often remain
discounted because they’re easy to stock deep and ship quickly.

Look for:

• 100% cotton or linen content clearly listed.
• Deep pocket sheets if you have a thicker mattress.
• Return-friendly policies in case the “hotel quality” hype doesn’t match reality.

Upgrading towels and sheets is one of the fastest ways to make your home
feel more like a boutique Airbnbwithout repainting a single wall.

Smart Home, Security, and Lighting

10. Video Doorbells and Security Cameras

Smart doorbells and security cameras are classic Prime Day headliners, and
many models keep their lower price for a while after the main eventespecially
bundles that include multiple cameras or chimes.

Before you jump on a deal, check:

• Whether you’ll need a subscription for cloud storage or advanced features.
• Compatibility with your existing smart home ecosystem (Alexa, Google, etc.).
• Power optionsbattery-only, hardwired, or both.

A great price gets less great if you discover later that viewing your own
video history requires a long-term monthly fee you weren’t expecting.

11. Smart Plugs, Bulbs, and Thermostats

Prime Day is an ideal time to set up or expand your smart home, and
smart plugs, bulbs, and thermostats often stay on sale
as retailers move starter kits and multi-packs.

Use these deals to:

• Put lamps and fans on schedules or voice control.
• Automate porch lights for security and convenience.
• Dial in your home’s temperature more efficiently with a smart thermostat.

Start small: a three-pack of smart plugs on sale can transform how you
use your space without turning your home into a sci-fi movie set overnight.

12. Outdoor and Permanent Holiday Lighting

Permanent or semi-permanent outdoor lighting systems
like color-changing eaves lights or smart string lightshave become
sleeper hits around Prime Day, and some of those deals continue afterwards.

They’re perfect if you want to be “the festive house” for the holidays
without risking life and limb on a ladder every December. Just make sure
the system you’re buying is rated for your climate, and check how
difficult installation really is before you commit.

How to Tell If a Post–Prime Day Deal Is Actually Good

With the sale banners still flashing, it’s easy to get deal-blind. Use
these quick checks before you click “Buy Now”:

1. Check price history. Tools like price trackers and
   browser extensions can show if the “sale” price is truly lower than
   what the item normally costs.
2. Compare across retailers. If Home Depot, Lowe’s, or
   other major stores are matching the price, that’s usually a good sign
   it’s a real promotion, not a one-off gimmick.
3. Read recent reviews. Look for detailed reviews in the
   past 3–6 months. If they mention quality control issues or quiet design changes, proceed carefully.
4. Factor in consumables. Vacuum bags, filters, pods, and
   replacement blades add up. A cheap device with expensive consumables
   is like buying a bargain printer with gold-plated ink.
5. Ask if it solves a real problem. If you can’t name
   the problem the deal is solving in one sentence, it might be impulse shopping in disguise.

Tips to Stretch Your Savings After Prime Day

A good deal should improve your home, not wreck your budget. To keep
things under control:

• Make a short, realistic wish list. Focus on 3–5
  categories you truly care aboutlike tools, vacuums, and beddingso
  you’re less tempted by random lightning deals.
• Stack rewards wisely. If you have cash-back cards or
  store rewards, apply them to big-ticket sale items you already planned to buy.
• Don’t chase the last 5% of savings. Spending hours
  trying to shave a few extra dollars off a purchase can be more expensive
  than accepting a “very good” deal and moving on with your life.
• Think ahead to upcoming projects. If you know you’ll
  be repainting a room, building a deck, or replacing a mattress in the
  next year, a solid post–Prime Day deal can be smarter than panic-buying full price later.

What We’ve Learned from Chasing Post–Prime Day Deals

Over the years, watching post–Prime Day sales has felt a bit like
watching a home improvement reality show in slow motion. You start out
with good intentions“I just need a drill and maybe a vacuum”and suddenly
your cart is whispering, “What if we also become the kind of person who
makes fresh juice every morning?”

One year, the big obsession was stand mixers. The flashy colors, the
bread-baking dreamseveryone wanted one. Prime Day came and went, and
a lot of folks hesitated, only to realize that a few specific colors and
models were still sitting at deep discounts for days afterward. The people
who did best weren’t the ones who bought the most expensive model; they
were the ones who knew exactly what they’d use it for and chose a
midrange option with a real markdown.

Another year, it was power tools. We saw buyers jump on huge combo kits
with nine tools when they really only needed a drill, an impact driver,
and maybe a circular saw. The deal looked incredible on paper, but half
the tools never left the case. Others went the opposite routewaiting
for a realistic, smaller kit to drop in price after Prime Dayand ended up
with gear they used constantly and didn’t regret.

There have also been some spectacular misses. Think bargain-basement
robot vacuums that got stuck under the same chair every day, or
no-name pressure washers that leaked more than they cleaned. Those
experiences taught a simple rule: if the brand, reviews, and warranty
all look like they were thrown together five minutes before the sale,
no discount is big enough.

On the flip side, some of the best buys have come from post–Prime Day
patience: waiting a day or two, seeing which deals stick around, and
focusing only on items that solve real problems. A permanently discounted
outdoor light system that means no more holiday ladder acrobatics? Worth it.
A smart thermostat that stabilizes your energy use and pays for itself in a
year or two? Also worth it. A third air fryer “just in case”? Maybe not.

The most useful mindset is this: treat post–Prime Day like a second,
more relaxed chance to invest in your home. You’re not trying to win a
game of “who got the biggest percentage off.” You’re building a more
comfortable, efficient, and enjoyable place to liveand taking advantage
of lower prices along the way.

When you approach deals with that lens, the whole experience gets less
frantic. You don’t need to stay up all night refreshing pages or leaping
on every lightning deal. Instead, you can calmly scan a shortlist of
categories, compare a few well-known brands, and grab the items that will
actually pull their weight for years.

And if you walk away with just one or two excellent buyslike a cordless
tool kit that finally lets you retire your extension cords, or a vacuum
that doesn’t choke on dog hairyou’ve still “won” post–Prime Day.

The Bottom Line

Prime Day may dominate the headlines, but the quiet days after are where
many smart shoppers do their best work. Post–Prime Day deals can be an
ideal moment to upgrade your tools, refresh your bedding, automate your
lights, or finally buy that robot vacuum that keeps your floors decent
between real cleanings.

Focus on genuine discounts, proven brands, and products that make your
home more functional, safer, or more comfortable. Ignore the noise,
trust your list, and remember: a truly great deal isn’t just cheapit’s
something you’ll be happy you bought every time you plug it in, switch it
on, or curl up under it.