Amazon October Prime Day Early Deals Cut Up to 65% Off Fire, Echo, Ring, and Blink Devices

Early Prime Day deals arrive ahead of the main event

Amazon's October Prime Day sale officially starts next week on the 6th and 7th, but the retailer is already running promotions on many of its own devices, according to TechRadar. The publication notes that while early Prime Day discounts are common, the current markdowns—up to 65% off—are unexpectedly strong, with some prices matching the record lows usually reserved for the official sale. Importantly, TechRadar reports that these early deals do not require a Prime membership, unlike the main Prime Day event.

TechRadar's Mackenzie Frazier compiled a list of 18 early device deals. The outlet states it does not expect prices to fall further during the official sale. Below is a summary of the products highlighted, the reported specs, and what those specs mean for daily use.

Smart home and streaming

• Amazon Smart Plug: Priced at $12.98, down from $24.98. It adds timers, schedules, and voice control to attached devices and works with Alexa devices such as the Echo Dot or Echo Show. TechRadar calls it a useful, low-cost addition to a smart home setup.
• Fire TV Stick (standard): $15.99, a record-low price. In TechRadar's review, the original version was found to be a cheap way to add HD streaming apps, Alexa voice controls, and smart home control to a TV.
• Fire TV Stick 4K Select: $17.99, down from $49.99. TechRadar notes it is only a few dollars more than the HD version, making it a reasonable upgrade for those with a 4K TV. It lacks premium features from the Plus and Max models, such as improved Wi-Fi and Dolby Atmos, but TechRadar says it is sufficient for everyday use.
• Fire TV Stick 4K Plus: 46% off. This updated version supports Dolby Vision, Wi-Fi 6, and includes 2GB of RAM for ultra-high-definition streaming.

Echo speakers and displays

• Echo Dot: 50% off. Amazon's best-selling smart speaker offers improved audio, a new temperature sensor, and standard Alexa features like music playback, answering questions, and weather checks, all hands-free.
• Echo Spot: $54.99. A smart alarm clock with a 2.83-inch touchscreen and a 1.73-inch front-firing speaker. It includes Alexa for weather, music, and alarms.
• Echo Dot Max: 33% off. Positioned for users who want advanced features like Lossless High-Definition audio and Automatic Room Adaptation, or a more premium-looking speaker with faster Alexa responses.
• Echo Show 11: Biggest discount yet. Features an 11-inch full HD screen, spatial audio, and Alexa+ support for advanced AI features and smart home control. TechRadar describes it as a larger smart display for room-filling sound.

Tablets

• Fire HD 8 Kids tablet: Record-low price. TechRadar suggests it as an upgrade for children old enough for a more capable device, with parental controls, safety features, and a 13-hour battery life.
• Fire HD 8: $79.99, a record-low price. Not the most powerful tablet, but suited for web browsing, email, video, and light gaming, with up to 13 hours of battery life.
• Fire HD 10: 53% off, lowest price ever. Offers a 10.1-inch Full HD screen, 13 hours of battery life, a 5MP front-facing camera, and AI-based tools. TechRadar says it suits most users wanting an everyday device at a reasonable price.

Security cameras and doorbells

• Blink Video Doorbell (new): $30.99. Alerts on motion detection, features infrared night vision, two-way audio, a two-year battery life, and an expanded field of view.
• Blink Mini (new version): Under $20. A small security camera with a high-res 2K camera and a spotlight for nighttime visibility.
• Blink Outdoor 4: 65% off. TechRadar considers it the best outdoor security camera. It is wire-free, simple to set up, with up to two years of battery life, 1080p HD video, two-way audio, and additional features via a Blink subscription.
• Ring Wired Doorbell: 50% off the list price. For homes with existing doorbell wiring, it provides 2K retinal video with up to 6x enhanced zoom, live view, and two-way talk.
• Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus: $89.99, a record-low price. Offers higher resolution than the standard model plus color night vision.
• Ring Indoor Cam: 50% off. A plug-in security camera that works with Alexa, with motion detection and real-time notifications.
• Ring Outdoor Cam 2K: 50% off, under $50. A plug-in camera with a wide field of view in Retinal 2K Video, motion detection, and real-time notifications, compatible with Alexa.
• Ring Floodlight Camera Wired Plus: $89.99, a record-low price. A motion-activated HD camera with two-way talk, customizable motion zones, and smartphone/tablet/laptop notifications.

What this means for buyers

TechRadar's roundup focuses on discounts rather than in-depth analysis of daily-use improvements. However, the reported specifications suggest some meaningful upgrades: the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus adds Dolby Vision and Wi-Fi 6 for better picture and connectivity; the Echo Dot includes a temperature sensor for smart home automation; and the Blink Outdoor 4 offers a long battery life and wire-free setup. For those without a Prime membership, the early sale removes a common barrier to entry.

TechRadar cautions that some deals are record-low prices that may not last, and that the official sale could bring further discounts—though the outlet currently doubts that. Buyers should weigh whether the listed features align with their existing devices, particularly regarding 4K TVs, wiring for doorbells, and subscription requirements for some camera features.