The best deals under $25 during October Prime Day

Rising prices mean fewer goodies are under the $25 threshold, but we managed to find some nice picks.Rising prices mean fewer goodies are under the $25 threshold, but we managed to find some nice picks.by Oct 6, 2026, 6:15 PM UTCCameron Faulkner is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware. He joined in 2018, and after a two-year stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025.You could spend a lot on gadgets in our main October Prime Day roundup and get maybe one or two things. That’s all well and good, but you could spend as much (or less) and have a bunch of items arrive at your home instead. If you’re on a tight budget, or you just have an eye for affordable tech, we’ve made this roundup for you. It contains deals we’ve found during October Prime Day that are $25 or less.True, this post contains fewer items this year than in previous years. It seems like everything is more expensive, which stinks. Still, there are some goodies within that we think you’ll like. We’ll add to this post as the sale goes on with notable discounts.$20The JLab Go Air Pop are an affordable pair of wireless earbuds with eight hours of battery life (or 32 hours with the included charging case). The case also houses a built-in USB-A charging plug, so you’re never without a charging cable.$24Anker’s latest single-port USB-C charger offers up to 45W of power, foldable prongs, and a front-facing “smart display” that lets you see the charge level, power flow, and other useful information at a glance.$12Enrich your life with one of the best films of recent years. The Best Picture award-winning movie is a mish-mash of genres that’s just so, so fun.$8A smart plug adds functionality to an existing gadget rather than replacing it. Once the plug is connected to your Wi-Fi network and a gadget, you can turn it on and off using an app. TP-Link’s Tapo smart plug supports Matter, so you can add it to whichever smart home platform you use. $13LifeStraw’s basic filter removes unwanted bacteria and microplastics as you drink, giving you a safe way to hydrate no matter where you are.$20Whether you played the PS1 original or not, Intergrade is an awesome real-time RPG with a fantastic art style and a ton of heart. It’s the first in the remake trilogy.$20The middle game in Square Enix’s trilogy of remakes, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth continues the reimagining of the classic PS1 RPG with modern visuals, an expansive open world, new gameplay elements, and even better character development.$11A soft (read: not rugged) case for your Switch 2 console and extra accessories. It’s a great deal for such a cute bag.$24While not as handy as Noco’s portable car starters, this plug-in battery charger is great for restoring dead batteries.$17A compact, clippable noise machine with USB-C charging is a nice thing to have, whether it’s primarily used for soothing a baby or yourself.$25The second-gen Ring Indoor Cam lets you keep an eye on your place in 1080p, with support for motion detection alerts, a live feed, and color night vision.$24Azul is a game in which you arrange patterned tiles in order to create the most beautiful tapestry possible. Arranging tiles in a strategic sequence will help you build your score while limiting your opponents’ ability to grow theirs.$24A strategy card game in which players compete to build Renaissance Europe’s most lucrative and prestigious jewelry business.$14Real Verge heads have the monogram mug. It’s a nice, low-profile mug that puts the intersection of tech and culture on your table.$28Hoto’s rechargeable screwdriver is ideal for small repairs. It offers three torque modes, a rotational speed of up to 220RPM, and a helpful circular LED to illuminate dark spaces. The durable case also holds all 25 steel bits and an extension bar for getting into hard-to-reach places.$26The 4K Blu-ray version of Fallout’s first season is just a few cents over $25 at Amazon, if you’ll forgive that it’s not under $25 like the post promises.Verge ShoppingSign up to get the best deals on products we’ve found and tested sent to your inbox.Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Cameron Faulkner