Best Black Friday Deals under $25: Apple, Black+Decker, more on sale

Update 11/13/24: We’ve just started this collection of Black Friday deals under $25, and it already seems to be off to a great start. You can get home equipment, fashion accessories, toys, and even electronic gear from Apple at this time. While we’re excited (of course) to see what is coming in the future, everything offered now is also pretty great and ready to be shopped.

While you may think of the best Black Friday deals as being on large items like TVs or computers, you should also know that smaller items are on sale, too. The fact is, however, that small items are discounted now, too, including items you want for yourself or might want to gift others. And the really good news is that they go on sale early, just like everything else in the modern day. As a result, there are plenty of items for you to shop for now. The following are the Black Friday deals under $25 that we think you, readers of The Manual, will be most interested in.

Pacific Headwear Low-pro Trucker Hat — $8 $10 20% off

This hat is in the classic trucker style with a solid front and mesh back. The Ocean Blue/Light Charcoal coloration is shown here, but there are dozens or colors available. This is not a bad summer cap for $8.

Mohegia Bike Pump — $13 $17 24% off

This is a fairly advanced bike pump (it has a pressure gauge) that can be used with bicycles and motobikes alike. It pumps up to 160 PSI and has heads for both Schrader and Presta valves, making it a pretty handy pickup at just $13.

Lego Jurassic Park Dilophosaurus Ambush Set — $16 $19 16% off

Roleplay as a Jurassic Park explorer with this kit, suitable for children ages 6+. Drive a Jeep and outrun a dangerous dilophosaurus! This is a great gift for the dinosaur-obsessed child in your family and makes an excellent Christmas Eve opener at just $16.

Apple AirTag — $20 $29 34% off

Apple AirTags use the expansive network of iPhones to track things. Put one on your key loop, in your backpack, in your luggage bag, or on your dog’s collar to keep tabs on their whereabouts. An easy peace-of-mind purchase for $20.

Black+Decker 20-inch Family-Sized Cast Iron Electric Griddle — $20 $25 20% off

By Thanksgiving, fall is two-thirds done, and with it the outdoor griddle season. But that doesn’t mean you can’t, or shouldn’t, take things indoors. This 20-inch griddle serves families up to 8 in size, is dishwasher safe, and is free of PFAS, PTFE, and PFOA coatings.

Insignia Amplified Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna — $20 $35 43% off

Getting a TV antenna is a great way to get to free live TV without a recurring subscription. This indoor antenna can be wall-mounted or be placed freestanding next to your TV and (in ideal circumstances) has a range of 60 miles to receive from local broadcast stations. At $20, it costs less than a month of most streaming services.

Casio F-91WS-7CF — $21 $27 22% off

There’s an unfortunate idea that the best watches have to cost an arm and a leg, but it’s just not true. This clear-banded watch from Casio breaks the mold, for sure, proving that you can get a fun-looking watch under $25 (at least when sales are on).

Grow Alpha Beard Kit — $25 $45 44% off

You may already know that you need a different routine for each stage of beard growth, which might make getting into proper beard care intimidating. This kit, which includes everything from brushes to beard balm is the perfect way to get start with just $25.

Black+Decker 10-Speed Countertop Blender — $25 $37 32% off

Get your favorite protein powder recipes ready, because with this blender at for just $25 there is no longer an excuse to avoid a healthy morning smoothie or post-workout pick me up.

Fireplace Poker — $3 $6 50% off

There’s nothing more romantic than a fire, and nothing more terrifying than a fire. Keep yours under control and build your fire right with this highly affordable poker from Home Depot while it is just $3.

How to choose a Black Friday deal under $25

Look for Black Friday deals under $25 in the same way that you look at any budget item — with hopeful skepticism. A lot of cheap goods will be flying off the shelves at these times, but some items are legitimately good at this price range, because that’s just what some things cost after a discount. Look for popular and reliable brands like Apple and Black+Decker or go through your favorite retailers like Best Buy or The Home Depot.

The items in this category can vary widely, but it is okay to expect more than you could usually get for $25 at this time. While clothes, toys, and small accessories are possible at this range, you can also start to find decent small appliances as well while the deals season is on.

At the same time avoid unfamiliar retailers and brands if you aren’t willing to spend some time researching them.

How we chose these Black Friday deals under $25

Black Friday deals in this category are made for people to stock up on goods they like, get great gifts for friends and family without breaking the bank, and to save a few extra dollars on items they need around the house. And, as such, we looked for products from a wide variety of sources, with a wide variety of types to give you the best choices possible. As we know what The Manual readers like, we chose from items that we think will help you in your current goals, make good gifts for your pals, or just accentuate your life. Whether you’re into the great outdoors, cooking, fitness, fashion, or a combination of all of the above, you should be represented at least somewhere in the list above.

We also carefully looked over deals to find items that were at a good price. And, speaking of price, we also wanted a good blend of prices and not just have a lineup of things that were exactly $25 (unless that item was, indeed, a good price at the $25 line) as it is common to put items at that price since it is a common cut-off point for many people’s budgets.