Between Mother’s Day and Memorial Day sales, there are plenty of opportunities to save big on top-rated products this month. Consumer Reports experts reveal the items that stood out in their tests.
“Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 12b this year, so holiday sales should be picking up fast! Giftable items like tech gadgets, Bluetooth speakers, and beauty products should be going on sale soon to save some money while making mom happy,” said Consumer Reports Shopping Editor Samantha Gordon.
Smartwatch
Let mom know you care with a smartwatch that will support all of her goals -- body and mind. The Fitbit Sense 2 Smartwatch is as low as $249.95 at Abt Electronics, Amazon, and Walmart (Orig. Price $299.95).
Consumer Reports says the top-rated smartwatch has built-in GPS, along with sensors for stress and sleep tracking.
Blender
And whether it’s for smoothies or margaritas, a new blender might be the perfect gift. The Cuisinart 3 in 1 blender is as low as $99.95 at Walmart (Orig. Price $124.99).
Consumer Reports says the blender performed very well in its smoothie-making test and aced its pureeing soup test.
Sales around Memorial Day
After you’ve sorted out what to get for Mom, keep an eye out for even more sales at the end of the month.
“Memorial Day falls on May 27, and you can look out for big sales primarily focused on mattresses, large appliances, and seasonal items like grills,” said Gordon.
Grill: The Weber Spirit Smart Series grill is as low as $699 at Ace Hardware and BBQGuys (Orig. Price $869). The mid-sized gas grill has Wi-Fi functionality and a temperature probe.
Mattress: The Casper Original Hybrid Mattress (Queen) is as low as $1,146.17 at Bed Bath & Beyond’s online store (Orig. Price $1,495). Consumer Reports says the hybrid innerspring and layers of foam are a standout for side sleepers, and the spine support it delivers is excellent.
Other deals in May
Consumer Reports says there are a number of other deals expected in May, including things like air conditioners, bike helmets. freezers, and strollers. See the full list here.
You can also expect to see sales on sunscreen in May. After putting dozens of sunscreens through rigorous testing, Consumer Reports has determined the best lotions and sprays for every budget. See that list here.