Walmart’s “Deals” Sale Is Its Answer to Prime Day
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Walmart has embraced October’s Prime Day, trying to distract you from the biggest online sale of the fall. The main event was the two-day Amazon Prime Big Deal Days promotion, also known as October Prime Day. This week, Walmart officially announced its own “Prime Day”-style promotion , and for those hesitant to pay for a membership to take advantage of the sale, we have good news: it’s free for everyone.
What are Walmart Deals?
Walmart Deals is intended to be a response to Amazon’s Prime Day sales. It’s a sale held both in-store and online, offering discounts on most Walmart products (food is perhaps the biggest omission). The sale is held annually in the spring, summer, fall, and winter, coinciding with Prime Day sales.
When do Walmart sales start?
The Walmart Deals promotion starts October 6 at 7:00 PM ET for Walmart+ members (with a five-hour head start) and October 7 for everyone else. It runs through October 12 both online and in stores, subject to local business hours.
Do I need to be a Walmart+ member to shop during Walmart Deals?
No. But if you’re a Walmart+ member, you’ll get early access to sales starting October 6 at 7:00 PM ET, the day before the event opens to the public. You can sign up for a free 30-day Walmart+ subscription or sign up for an annual plan for $98 ($8.17 per month).
What to Expect from Walmart Deals
Walmart says the sale will span a variety of product categories, including discounts on electronics, home goods, toys, travel, and many others, similar to last year’s offers . The sale will be available on Walmart.com , the Walmart app, and in stores. You can already see the landing page, though the sale hasn’t started yet. Here are some of the deals Walmart says will be available:
Electronics
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ASUS 16″ R7 4050 16/512 Gaming Laptop — $400 (Walmart Exclusive)
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VIZIO 50″ Class Quantum 4K QLED HDR Smart TV – $100 off
House
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Better Homes & Gardens Pumpkin Apple Ribbed Jar Candle, 1 Wick, 16.1 oz – $7 off (Walmart Exclusive)
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Dyson Ball Animal Origin Upright Vacuum – Save $80
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Lasko 1500W Ceramic Oscillating Electric Motion Heater Whole Room Heater with Remote Control – Save $30
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HART 215-Piece Mechanics Tool Set, Chrome Finish – $52 off (Walmart Exclusive)
Seasonal decor
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5ft Halloween Inflatable Ghost Pumpkin with 360° Rotating Colorful LED Lights – $102 off
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4-Foot Artificial Christmas Tree with Lights, Gold, Stars – $42.97 (Walmart Exclusive)
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Govee LED Christmas Lights – Save $30
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Mr. Santa’s Magic Phone – $59.88 (Walmart Exclusive)
Toys
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Hot Wheels Mario Kart Bowser’s Castle Track Set – $36.42 off
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LEGO Harry Potter Buckbeak – $24.99 off
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Pokemon Scarlet & Violet – Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Box – $60 off
Fashion
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Free assembly. Women’s and women’s plus. Cozy yarn cable cardigan with a welt pocket . $11 off (Walmart exclusive).
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Chaps Men’s Stretch Denim Regular Fit Jeans, Sizes 30-42 – $10 Off
Beauty
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Calvin Klein Eternity Eau de Parfum, 3.4 oz – Save $55.02
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Oral-B iO Series 2 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush – Peach – $15.03 off
Food
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Frito Lay Flamin’ Hot Mix, 6 Flavors, 40-Count Pack — $6.73 off
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Sanpellegrino CIAO Lime-Flavored Sparkling Water – Save $2.88
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Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino 13.7 oz, 12-Count – $30.40 off
You can choose from in-store pickup or a variety of delivery options, including early morning delivery, late night express delivery, and next-day and two-day delivery.
All other competing Prime Day sales in October
You can always expect major retailers to hold their own competitive sales, with the biggest being Best Buy , Target , and, of course, Amazon . Target is the only other retailer to officially announce its October competitive sale. As in previous years, these sales will start earlier, overlap, and last longer than October’s Prime Day. Each retailer typically has a couple of deals that are better than Amazon’s Prime Day, but most of the best deals will be on Amazon. I’ll update this post with details on these deals as they’re announced.