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Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days kicks off the holiday shopping season with discounts on a range of products exclusively for Prime members . The sale runs today and Wednesday, Oct. 8-9.

If that’s not enough, Target and Walmart are hosting competing sales that are likely to offer more deals than most people can handle. One strategy to cut through clutter: Let your order history lead the way. At a time when many people are feeling the pinch, why not save money on things you already use and know are worth your hard-earned cash? Whether you're shopping for household staples or holiday gifts, consult this Nerdy list of what to buy (and skip) on Prime Big Deal Days.



We did the research for you by talking to experts and tracking prices on 12 popular products at four major retailers. Don’t let Amazon’s homepage algorithm dictate what you buy. Instead, surface deals for yourself.

How? Open your order history and review items you’ve repurchased over the past 30 days, three months or even a year. If you spot a discount on something you need, take advantage and stock up. Here’s how to “buy again.

” We’ve seen the “Prime Big Deals” label on trash bags, dog food, dishwasher pods, mouthwash, Clorox cleaner, the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, vitamins and baby bottles. You can also shop for items that regularly wear out, such as the water filter in your refrigerator or the electric toothbrush heads you’ve been using for too long.

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