Black Friday 2021: Best Smart Home Deals

by Lauren Leazenby
A Google Nest smart thermostat reading a temperature of 69 degrees on its round digital display sits in front of a price tag that reads  129.99, and next to a digital display screen showing a Google logo on it, both as part of an in-store retail display for shoppers.

HomeServe photo by Matt Schmitz

You’ve made your list, and you’ve checked it twice: You know what gifts you’re getting for everyone, from your in-laws to your coworkers. But maybe your home could also use some gear this year. If you’re in the market for smart home products like video doorbells, smart assistants, robot vacuums and Wi-Fi-connected appliances, Black Friday is one of the best days of the year to find great discounts.

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This year, Black Friday falls on Nov. 26, but many retailers have already announced sales on smart home products. Here’s our guide to some of the best deals of Black Friday 2021.

Where Can You Find Black Friday Deals on Smart Home Products?

Sale flyers and online sales announcements are a good place to start. BlackFriday.com has rounded up scans of the sale flyers from the major retailers so you can find them all in one place.

But not all stores are going that route this year. Some reward those who are quick on their keyboards with the online equivalent to doorbuster deals. With Best Buy, for instance, be on the lookout for daily flash deals. Amazon has dropped some hints as to what we can expect to be on sale (like Alexa-enabled devices and Amazon-branded products), but they've also announced “Lightning Deals” with a limited number of available discounts.

Many of the retailers on this list are also offering early Black Friday deals or season-long deals — likely due to supply chain issues that might cause shipping delays. And don’t forget about Cyber Monday deals. Many “Black Friday” sales extend through Nov. 29, but retailers may offer additional savings for the online shopping day.

Google Nest Cam for outdoor use, colored white with a black face, mounted on a surface.

HomeServe photo by Matt Schmitz

How Can You Be Sure You’re Getting the Best Price?

Most traditional retailers offer some form of price matching. Show them an advertised price of the same product from a different retailer, and they’ll match that better price. Make sure to read the fine print, though; some stores don’t price match during the holiday shopping season.

This year, some retailers are matching their own prices. If a fresh sale hits and the set of security cameras you bought is now advertised at a lower price, the store may refund you the difference. Again: Check the offer details for cutoff dates and ineligible items.

Extended return windows are a staple of holiday shopping. Keep your receipts and note the return-by dates; items you bought as far back as October may still be returnable in January.

Top Black Friday Smart Home Deals for 2021

The prices and offer dates listed here are those advertised by some of the most popular national and online retailers. In some cases, certain items are on sale for the same or similar price at multiple retailers. Retailers’ prices — as well as product availability — may vary. Remember: Many Black Friday deals are only valid “while supplies last.”

A white Google Nest Doorbell video security device with a black circular camera is affixed to a brown stucco exterior wall.

Smart Security

Google Nest HDR Battery-Powered Video Doorbell

Regular Price: $179.99

Sale Price: $129.99 (28% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

Similar Sale Price: Kohl’s and Google

Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera Security Bundle

Regular Price: $599.99

Sale Price: $399.99 (33% off)

When to Get It: Price valid as of Nov. 17

Where to Get It: Best Buy

Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro With Stick Up Cam Battery

Regular Price: $279.99

Sale Price: $219.99 (21% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 29

Where to Get It: Costco*

Ring Stick Up Camera 3-Pack

Regular Price: $249.99

Sale Price: $219.99 (12% off) + free shipping if you order online

When to Get It: Nov. 25, online only; Nov. 26 through Nov. 29 in-store and online

Where to Get It: Costco*

Ring Stick Up Camera 1-Pack

Regular Price: $99.99

Sale Price: $74.99 (25% off) + $15 Kohl’s Cash

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 26

Where to Get It: Kohl’s

Ring Alarm 10-Piece Kit

Regular Price: $229.99

Sale Price: $129.99 (43% off) + free shipping if you order online

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 29

Where to Get It: Costco*

A Google Nest Hub device sits next to compatible smart speakers on a table.

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Smart Hubs, Assistants and Speakers

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) Smart Display

Regular Price: $99.99

Sale Price: $49.99 (50% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

Similar Sale Price: Walmart, Kohl’s and Google

Amazon Echo (4th Gen)

Regular Price: $99.99

Sale Price: $59.99 (40% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen)

Regular Price: $39.99

Sale Price: $19.99 (50% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

Google Nest Mini (2nd Gen) Smart Speaker With Google Assistant

Regular Price: $49.99

Sale Price: $24.99 (50% off)

When to Get It: Price valid as of Nov. 17

Where to Get It: Best Buy

Similar Sale Price: Kohl’s

Robot Vacuums

Shark EZ Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum With Self-Cleaning Base

Regular Price: $579.99

Sale Price: $349.99 (40% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

iRobot Roomba i1+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum

Regular Price: $579

Sale Price: $349 (40% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 22 through Nov. 28

Where to Get It: Walmart

iRobot Roomba i3+ Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum With Automatic Dirt Disposal

Regular Price: $599.99

Sale Price: $399.99 (33% off)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

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Smart Thermostats

Google Nest Thermostat

Regular Price: $129.99

Sale Price: $99.99 (23%)

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 27

Where to Get It: Target

Similar Sale Price: Google

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd Gen)

Regular Price: $249.99

Sale Price: $179.99 (28% off) + $45 Kohl’s Cash

When to Get It: Nov. 21 through Nov. 26

Where to Get It: Kohl’s

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Deals on Smart Appliances

Best Buy

Get a $100 Best Buy e-gift card when you purchase two or more select Samsung laundry appliances (including smart models) totaling $1,499 or more. Get a $200 Best Buy e-gift card when you buy two or more select Samsung kitchen appliances (including smart appliances) totaling $2,699 or more.

Prices valid as of Nov. 17. See offer details here.

Costco

Get $250 to $750 off select Samsung appliances, including some smart models. This is an online-only deal starting Nov. 25. View the offer here.*

The Home Depot

Get up to 25% off select appliances — including smart models — plus instant savings when you buy more than one. Save $50 on two eligible appliances, $150 on three, $300 on four, $500 on five and $750 on six or more appliances.

Prices are valid Nov. 3 through Dec. 1.

Amazon Black Friday Deals

Amazon's 48-hour Black Friday sale starts at midnight PST on Thanksgiving. Amazon Prime members get 30-minute early access to Lightning Deals. Find deals at Amazon.com/BlackFriday.

While Amazon hasn’t released specific deals, the “sneak peek” reveals that Alexa-enabled devices — like the Amazon Echo — will be up to 42% off. Blink Video Doorbells will be up to 30% off. Amazon-branded “tech accessories and home products” will be up to 30% off as well.

*Note that all Costco prices listed are “warehouse” (meaning in-store) prices. In order to get in-store pricing, you’ll need a Costco membership. Items available online may be available to non-members for “delivered” prices, which may be higher than advertised.