I Shop Amazon for a Living, and Here Are the 7 Deals I'm Buying This Prime Day

The biggest sale of the summer is finally here, and as Real Simple’s shopping editor, I’m going to show you how to make the most of it.

Amazon Prime Day has more than five million deals across 35 of its departments with discounts as steep as 70 percent off, making it an ideal time to get everything you want and need at some of the lowest prices of the year. I’m taking advantage of these sales to stock up on items I go through quickly, get gifts for loved ones, and treat myself to a few fun items while they’re discounted.

Editor-Loved Amazon Prime Day Deals

• Meater Plus: Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer, $67 (was $100)
• Laneige Cream Skin Toner, $34 (was $48)
• Veken Airtight Stainless Steel Coffee Canister, $20 (was $26)
• California Design Den Organic Cotton Sheet Set (Queen), $39 (was $48)
• OxiClean White Revive Laundry Whitener Stain Remover, $9 (was $11)
• 3M Small Hole Repair Tool, $7 (was $9)
• Bagsmart Weekender Bag, $22 with coupon (was $37)
• Sharpad Woven Vegan Leather Crossbody Bag, $33 (was $40)

While many of the best Prime Day deals are only for Prime members, there are sales available to all shoppers. And non-members can unlock access to every offer by signing up for a free 30-day trial of Prime. Ready to shop? Here’s what I’m getting this Prime Day. 

Meater Plus: Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer

As someone who likes to plan ahead, I’m getting a few items to gift later while they’re on sale. I’ve been eyeing this wireless smart meat thermometer for almost a year now, and it’s finally discounted, so I’m grabbing one to give to my favorite cook and barbecue fanatic. The small set-it-and-forget-it device can be placed in any meat while it’s cooking in the oven, on the grill, or on the stovetop, allowing you to monitor and receive updates on its internal temperature from your phone. 

Laneige Cream Skin Toner

I go through this hydrating toner pretty quickly, so I’m restocking my supply this Prime Day. I used to think toner was an unnecessary skincare step until I tried this game-changer with 1,900 five-star ratings. Just one pump of this instantly relieves my sensitive skin of the tight, dry, and irritated feeling it experiences after washing it or applying harsh but effective topicals. It also makes my skin look more moisturized and glowy with and without makeup. 

Veken Airtight Stainless Steel Coffee Canister

To ensure my coffee beans stay fresh for as long as possible, I’m getting two of these airtight canisters—one for my caffeinated beans and one for my decaffeinated beans. The stainless steel containers feature a date tracker to note the best use-by date, and they can be used to store all kinds of dry goods, like sugar, flour, and tea.

California Design Den Organic Cotton Sheet Set (Queen)

My favorite bed sheets are on sale for Prime Day, so I’m grabbing another set to have on hand. These crisp and breathable sheets feature organic cotton, giving me peace of mind that while I’m cozying up in bed, I’m not exposing myself to possibly hazardous chemicals or materials. And their all-cotton fabrication ensures I’m cool and comfortable throughout the night, which is a big win for a hot sleeper. 

OxiClean White Revive Laundry Whitener Stain Remover

OxiClean’s White Revive stain remover is another Amazon find I go through pretty quickly. I add a scoop of this laundry booster to almost all of my loads to ensure stains are removed and my whites look fresh after every wash. I also use it to spot treat stains and clean my white sneakers as they get dirty over time.

3M Small Hole Repair Tool

Given my tendency to rework every room in my home quite often, I always need some of this small hole repair on hand. If I want to move a picture frame, it’s great to have this three-in-one tool ready to fill, smooth, and sand the spots that need repairing. 

Bagsmart Weekender Bag

It’s time to upgrade my gym bag, and I’m eyeing this easy-to-clean and simple-looking style. Its roomy interior, side pockets for water bottles, and space on top for my yoga mat are sure to come in handy, and its lightweight feel will make this easy to carry on my commute. I have a feeling this bag will be perfect for flights, weekend trips, and other activities too. 

Sharpad Woven Vegan Leather Crossbody Bag

This small vegan leather bag, which can be worn as a shoulder or crossbody purse, will be the perfect finishing touch for my upcoming summer and fall outfits. It’s fairly simple and versatile, but still interesting thanks to its woven design and scrunched handle. 

More Editor-Loved Prime Day Deals

• Midea U-Shaped Smart Inverter Air Conditioner, $340 (was $380)
• Hot Tools 24K One-Step Hair Dryer Volumizer, $33 (was $70)
• Kitchellence Three-Stage Knife Sharpener, $10 (was $12)
• Apple AirPods Pro (Second Generation), $169 (was $249)
• Kizen Waterproof Digital Meat Thermometer, $13 (was $18)
• Best Choice Products Hyacinth Double Hamper, $67 (was $120)
• Levoit H13 True HEPA Filter Air Purifier, $79 (was $100)
• Sweese Porcelain Pasta Bowl Plates Set, $29 (was $35)
• Samsung 43-Inch QLED 4K The Frame Television, $848 (was $1,095)

And if you’re looking for more inspiration, check out these other editor-loved finds I’ve raved about to everyone I know. The quiet and minimal-looking air conditioner unit that I rely on in the summer to keep cool, my time-saving hair dryer and styler, and my favorite bowl-plate hybrid pasta bowls (also known as blates) are all on sale for 48 hours. 

Check out the full assortment of offers in Amazon’s Prime Day hub or shop these stellar finds below.

Midea U-Shaped Smart Inverter Air Conditioner

Hot Tools 24K One-Step Hair Dryer Volumizer

Kitchellence Three-Stage Knife Sharpener 

Apple AirPods Pro (Second Generation)

Kizen Waterproof Digital Meat Thermometer

Best Choice Products Hyacinth Double Hamper

Levoit H13 True HEPA Filter Air Purifier

Sweese Porcelain Pasta Bowl Plates Set

Samsung 43-Inch QLED 4K The Frame Television 2022 Model