Amazon Prime Big Deal Days vs Walmart: which is worth your money?

Prime Day brings deep discounts across a wide range of home goods. If you know where to look, you can bag everything from bedding to small appliances at a cut price. 

But Prime Big Deal Days aren't the only sales. Walmart is one of several retailers to run counter-sales to try and compete with Amazon. What the Walmart Deals Holiday Kickoff lacks in range, it more than makes up for in price. In fact, Walmart hosts the best Dyson and KitchenAid deals I've seen so far. 

With so much on sale, it can be hard to tell which deals are really worth it. That's where I come in. As a shopping writer, I've spent hours combing through thousands of deals on both sites to work out which retailer is best. 

Here's my golden rule. If you're shopping for large appliances from big-name brands, the Walmart Deals are undefeated. For smaller appliances and bedding, you're better off at Amazon. 

The quick links

If you want to head straight to the deals, here's what's on offer at Amazon. 

• Amazon Prime Vacuum Deals: we've seen up to 60% off vacuum brands like Bissell, Dyson, Shark and more
• Amazon Prime Bedding Deals: more than 70% off sheets, mattresses, and headboards
• Amazon Prime Blender Deals: we've found more than $250 off blender brands like Vitamix, Nutribullet, Ninja and more
• Amazon Prime Air Fryer Deals: there's more than $200 off air fryer brands like Instant, Ninja, Cosori and more
• Amazon Prime Stand Mixer Deals: more than 30% off brands like KitchenAid, Cuisinart, and more
• Amazon Prime Coffee Maker Deals: up to 50% off brands like Keurig, Nespresso, De'Longhi and Casabrews

If you're aren't a Prime member, or you'd rather shop at Walmart, here's what you need to know.

• Walmart Vacuum Deals: the best deals on Dysons we've seen, including a Dyson V8 for less than $250
• Walmart Bedding Deals: up to 60% off sheets and comforters to suit all seasons
• Walmart Blender Deals: you can bag a designer blender for as little as $50
• Walmart Air Fryer Deals: you can save tens of dollars on air fryers from Ninja and the Drew Barrymore store
• Walmart Kitchenware Deals: pots, pans, knives, and forks are selling for just 40% of their RRP
• Walmart Coffee Maker Deals: these aren't the best coffee makers: but if you're looking for a decent machine at a serious discount, there's a lot to like

Which is better?

Amazon has a broader range of deals than Walmart. Their bedding selection is far superior. While there's a few decent sheet sets at Walmart, there are dozens of Prime Day bed sheet deals that could save you hundreds of dollars.

However, Walmart deals tend to be a little cheaper than Amazon. For example, the KitchenAid Artisan 5 Quart is $379.95 at Amazon, and only $354.99 at Walmart. Then there's the Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System, which is $189.99 at Amazon, and just $168 at Walmart. There are dozens of other examples of this. 

The differences between these deals aren't huge. Most of the time, we're talking tens, rather than hundreds, of dollars saved at Walmart. But these savings will stack up. If you're looking to buy a range of home goods, rather than one specific item, you could save serious money at Walmart

It's also worth mentioning that Prime Big Deal Days offer discounts only to Amazon Prime members. If you aren't a member already, it could cost you $14.99 a month to participate in a two-day sales event. Anyone can take advantage of the Walmart Holiday Kickoff deals, not just Walmart+ members.

The best Prime Big Deal Days deals

The best Walmart deals

Is anywhere else offering deals?

Yes. If you're shopping for refurbished appliances or brand-new tech, you'll find them for half-price at Best Buy. Here are a few of my favorite finds from the Best Buy Outlet Event. 

Prime Big Deal Days vs Walmart FAQs

These sales events are only the start. You're likely to see prices slashed even further on Black Friday. If it's not an urgent purchase, you might want to wait a few weeks to take advantage of lower prices.