We all know that Prime Day is a shopping event that saves money on real things like headphones and TVs. In fact, our shopping experts at CNET spend hundreds of hours during the event to make sure all the best deals are easier to find. Whether you’re looking for a great deal on a new laptop, a soundbar to make your next movie night awesome, or want to save a little money on a streaming subscription, we’ve got something for you.
But that’s not what I’m here for. Instead, let’s get weird. There are other reasons to shop during this event, the chance to fill your life with something that will delight and baffle everyone around you while also saving you money.
26 inch dinosaur block plush toy
Everyone you know either remembers eating dinosaur nuggets or is still eating them today, and most of them have never seen a giant nugget that they could curl up on their couch with. Today, not only can you offer this service, but the price is 50% lower than usual.
indoor smores fire pit
I love spending a good night out with friends and drinking smores. When I learned that I could quickly put a small fire pit on the table so everyone could toast marshmallows, I didn’t hesitate. These kits improve every social feature and bring a smile to everyone who uses them. You can buy premium marshmallows at a 50% discount.
300 glow-in-the-dark mushrooms
It only costs $7 to leave little glowing mushrooms around your friends and family’s houses, which is a hell of a deal if you ask me. Just do it; there are no downsides.
Blendjet hand blender
No shade to the lovely folks at Blendjet – their battery-operated blender makes it super easy to whip up frozen treats from fresh ingredients wherever you are – but I can say from experience that when you quit, others will Give you a strange look. Today you can get 25% off.
Gracula garlic crusher
I have a soft spot for all the silly but practical things OTOTO makes for the kitchen, but this vampire-themed garlic press is easily my favorite. Despite its novel appearance, it handles garlic better than several other shiny metal things I’ve owned in the past.
Sidekick style crossbody bag
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who love T-Mobile Sidekick and those who love the wrong one. Carrying this Sidekick-inspired crossbody bag around will make the right person smile and the wrong person frown. Either way, you can have fun for less than $9.
aztec death whistle
If you’re a fan of the spookiest month of the year, then you’re probably aware of the creepy sound this whistle makes. If you have friends who like the same thing, you’ll both delight and confuse them when you take this thing out and blow it hard. Be careful when doing this, these whistles can be loud.
TikTok scroll remote
A Bluetooth-enabled shutter button that can take photos when your phone is out of hand isn’t a new idea, but the buttons have recently found a new use. You can swipe from one TikTok video to the next without touching your phone, which means if you’re eating lunch, you can watch without being interrupted. It’s a simple gadget, but it makes you look like a wizard when using the button in public.
