By the Deal Dudes · Sunday, October 25, 2026
33 days to Black Friday. Here are the best deals we checked today, a few facts worth repeating at lunch, what's coming up on the sale calendar, and one habit that saves money.
Black Friday countdown
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Friday, November 27- Oct 29 Lowe's: Black Friday deals begin
- Oct 29 Home Depot: Holiday savings begin
- Nov 1 Target: Deal of the Day
- Full sale calendar →
Today's top checked deals
Prices were right when we last checked them. They change fast, so tap through for today's price.
$19.93 at Walmart · check today's price
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5) at Walmart at Walmart for $19.93 (the store lists $33.98). A massive RPG that's easy to sink weeks into.
Why we picked it: $23.07 below its usual price · A massive RPG that's easy to sink weeks into
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$39.94 at Walmart · check today's price
Lodge 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, Red at Walmart for $39.94 (the store lists $79.90). Big Dutch oven results at a friendly price. 🔥 Best seller at Walmart.
Why we picked it: Best seller at Walmart · $39.96 below Walmart's regular price · Big Dutch oven results at a friendly price
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$59 at Walmart · check today's price
Ninja Air Fryer 4-Qt, 3-in-1 (AF100WMWH) at Walmart for $59 (the store lists $79). A simple, compact air fryer that just works.
Why we picked it: $17.80 below its usual price · A simple, compact air fryer that just works
See the deal →- Nike Everyday Cushion Crew Training Socks, Men's 3-Pack at Kohl's for $7 (the store lists $20). Comfy, dependable gym socks; grab them on sale. 🔥 4.4★ from 115 reviews at Walmart.
- Kobalt 18-Piece Magnetic Screwdriver Set at Lowe's for $19.98 (the store lists $32.98). A well-rounded driver set at a small price. 🔥 4.7★ from 419 reviews.
- Nike Heritage Backpack (15-inch laptop sleeve) at Kohl's for $12.02 (the store lists $37). A simple, sporty school bag at a fair price.
Coming up
- Thursday, Oct 29: Lowe's: Black Friday deals begin. Four weeks of deals. MyLowe's Rewards members get extra discounts.
- Thursday, Oct 29: Home Depot: Holiday savings begin. Runs through the season.
- Sunday, Nov 1: Target: Deal of the Day (through Thursday, Dec 24). A new deal every day.
- Thursday, Nov 5: Target: Early Black Friday deals (through Saturday, Nov 7).
Full dates are on our Black Friday calendar.
Today's tip
Read the 1- and 2-star reviews first. They tell you what actually breaks, and whether it's a dealbreaker for you.
More Dude Facts
The Dudes' bottom line
Dex wants you to grab what's on your list while it's at a good price. Dale wants you to skip anything that wasn't on your list to begin with. Both are right. Browse gifts under $25 if you're still building the list.