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October Prime Day is here. Follow them all to find the best deals in each category our Prime Day coverage.

There are a few criteria that make a Prime Day deal a success Actually good deal: the product is discounted by 25 percent or more, it is rarely on sale, and it is the lowest price ever. Given the seemingly endless array of deals I have to sift through each Prime Day, that last criterion is ultimately what makes me click “add to cart” when I’m deal hunting. That’s why I’ve rounded up all the best deals on items that are at their lowest prices ever for Prime Day, including some favorite products from Strategist (and a few of my own).

Here’s the fine print: Amazon’s 48-hour sale started today and runs through Wednesday, October 9. The deals end at 11:59 PM PT (2:59 AM ET on Thursday, October 10). To see more of the best deals we found, head over to October’s best Prime Day deals hub.

The Garmin Forerunner is the only running watch you need. At 45 percent off, this is the lowest price I’ve seen for the 255 model.

These are my favorite noise canceling headphones. At $60 they’re already a bargain, but it’s hard to beat $40.

Strategist tech writer Jordan McMahon says these sleek over-ear headphones are the best option for Apple users. “The ease with which you can connect them to all your Apple stuff is unbeatable,” he says.

This is my top recommendation for a protein powder, and it rarely goes on sale.

I use a similar version of this Nutribullet to make my daily protein shake. For under $100, this is a solid deal.

Anything above 50 percent off is a big discount in my opinion, but 60 percent off this genetic test is one of the highest discounts on this list!

If you’ve been waiting to buy an iPad, this is the best deal you’re likely to find for a while.

Now’s the time to check out our top recommendation for a stone bath mat.

I use this stainless steel shaker bottle to keep my protein shakes icy all day long. (Think of it as an upgrade from your average blender bottle.)

There are plenty of Yeti for sale, including this 46-ounce Rambler, which will replace all the other stainless steel bottles in your cupboard…

…and this mug will replace your other travel mugs.

This Lumie is the top, cheaper choice in my sunrise alarm clock guide, and after just a few nights of use it noticeably changed my sleep routine for the better.

This is more of a sleep station than an alarm clock, and now is the best time to get it on sale.

The simplest, least expensive smart speaker at the lowest price ever.

Peace of mind in nature for $10.

The Strategist is designed to provide helpful, expert recommendations on things to buy across the vast e-commerce landscape. Each product is independently selected by our team of editors, which you can read about here. We update links where possible, but note that offers may expire and all prices are subject to change.