Budget-friendly finds from Amazon’s first major sale of 2026.
By Lauren Allain on March 25, 2026
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It’s gonna be a great week if you like deals. Starting on Wednesday, Amazon is hosting the first major sale event of 2026. The Amazon Big Spring Sale kicks off at as soon as the clock ticks over to Wednesday on the West Coast and spans almost the entire week, ending Tuesday, March 31.
Like all Amazon sales, deals are rolling in early, and that’s especially true if you’re searching for items that fall into the category of under $50. Maybe you’re searching for the perfect birthday gift, thinking ahead to Mother’s Day (May 10 this year, FYI), or simply don’t want to spend a ton, an under $50 budget allows for plenty of buying power, even before the sale has begun.
We’ve compiled a list of our favorite deals under $50 to shop ahead Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Check back as we continue to update this article throughout the week.
Best deals under $50 ahead of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
Best Amazon device deal
Amazon Echo Spot
Credit: Amazon Price: $49.99 (Save $30.00) at Amazon
Why we like it: Amazon sales are notoriously one of the best opportunities to snag Amazon devices. From Kindles to Fire TV sticks, Amazon loves to put its own products on huge discounts. If you could use a new bedroom smart speaker and clock, the Amazon Echo Spot is already seeing a sale price of $49.99, down from the standard price of $79.99. With a quick glance, you’ll be able to check the time, weather, and more without having to check your phone. Plus, you can set it to play your favorite wake-up playlist each morning.
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Best earbuds deal
Soundcore by Anker Space A40
Credit: Soundcore by Anker Price: $49.99 (Save $30.00) at Amazon
Why we like it: The Soundcore by Anker Space A40 earbuds usually come with a price of $79.99, but as long as you’re cool with navy, black, or white, they can be yours for only $49.99. The Space A40 earbuds are designed to reduce noise by up to 98% and they come with a massive 50 hours of playback time with the included case. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale could be the best opportunity to replace earbuds before we head into the summer.
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Best home deal
Dreo TurboPoly Table Fan
Credit: Dreo Price: $49.95 (Save $6.04) at Amazon
Why we like it: It’s about to get hot. Maybe not today or tomorrow, but soon enough, we’ll be back in sweltering season. This year, head into the warmth with the Dreo TurboPoly Table Fan. Not only does it look great, it has four speeds, an 8-hour timer, and big oscillation power. Dreo says the fan is powerful enough to blow air up to 60 feet, so it’ll be ideal for a bedroom or office. Plus, it’s a quiet 28 decibels so there’s no issue with sleeping with the fan on.
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Topics: Earbuds, Amazon Big Spring Sale
Lauren Allain is a freelance journalist covering deals at Mashable. She graduated from Western Washington University with a B.A. in journalism and holds an M.B.A from Webster Leiden. You can find more of her work online from publications including Reader’s Digest, U.S. News & World Report, Seattle Refined, and more. When she’s not writing, Lauren prefers to be outside hiking, bouldering, swimming, or searching for the perfect location for all three.