Amazon Prime Day 2022: What You Need to Know

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Get ready: Prime Day is happening July 12 and 13. For the uninitiated, during these two days Amazon will slash prices on thousands of items—including all things kitchen-related. Of course, this can be overwhelming. That's why we'll be here: parsing through those sales and posting the very best ones for your kitchen and home.

For now, though, below you'll find answers to some helpful Prime Day-related questions.

Editor's Picks

Here's a quick look at our favorite Prime Day deals:

Note: The following list reflects last year's prices. These deals (and more!) will be updated when Prime Day starts.

Vitamix 5200 Professional-Grade Blender

Vitamix 5200 Professional-Grade Blender

Buy on Amazon

Normally $550, Now $279

There are usually lots of Vitamix products on sale during Prime Day, including our favorite blender, the 5200. This one rarely goes on sale, so if you're looking for the smoothest smoothies, creamiest soups, and lots of cocktails with crushed ice, now is your time. And at 49% off, you really can't beat the price.

Serious Eats / Tamara Staples

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Miroco Stainless Steel Milk Frother and Automatic Foam Maker

Miroco Stainless Steel Milk Steamer and Automatic Foam Maker

Buy on Taotronics.com

Normally $42, Now $34

This Miroco machine came out on top of our milk frother review. For the price, versatility, and consistency of milk, no other milk frother performed as well. It's 21% off for Prime Day.

We Tested 14 Milk Frothers—Here Are Our 3 Favorites
FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer

FoodSaver FM2100-000 Vacuum Sealer Machine

Buy on Amazon

Normally $120, Now $83

Whether you're interested in sous vide cooking or food preservation, the best way to start is to pick up a good vacuum sealer. FoodSaver is perhaps one of the most well-known names in the industry—and for good reason. At just under $83, this model is well worth it.
Breville Joule Immersion Circulator

Breville Joule Sous Vide

Buy on Amazon

Normally $250, Now $160

One of our favorite sous vide devices is on sale today: The Breville Joule is down to $160 (from $250!). These sleek little circulators are especially handy if you’re living in a small city apartment—they’ll fit right in your kitchen drawer.

Serious Eats / Vicky Wasik

We Tested 10 Sous Vide Machines (Immersion Circulators)—Here Are Our Favorites

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Donxote Extra-Long Wooden Chopsticks

Donxote Extra-Long Wooden Chopsticks, 16.5 Inches, Set of 2 Pairs

Buy on Amazon

Normally $7, Now $6

You likely have a kitchen stocked with spatulas, tongs, maybe even tweezers. But do you have a pair of cooking chopsticks? These little utensils are durable, versatile, and cheap. Our favorite pair, featured here, is generally just $7 for a two-pack. Today, it's 20% off. Pick up a few now and you'll wonder what you ever did without them.
Instant Pot DUO Plus Electric Pressure Cooker

Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Programmable Electric Pressure Cooker

Buy on Amazon

Normally $130, Now $60

Instant Pot, the perennial Prime Day darling, is back with sales on a bunch of different models, and the six-quart DUO, which we recommend, is one of them. Once you pick one up, we have all sorts of pressure-cooker recipes for you to break it in.

We Tested Instant Pots to Find Out Which Ones Are Worth Buying
Lodge 10.25-Inch Cast Iron Skillet

Lodge 10.25-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet

Buy on Amazon

Normally $20, Now $15

There's so much you can do with a cast iron pan. We use ours all the time for both sweet and savory recipes, from pan-roasted chicken to skillet chocolate cake. Today, the 10-inch pan is just $15 with an extra coupon at checkout.

Serious Eats / Vicky Wasik

The Best Cast Iron Skillets of 2022
SodaStream Fizzi

SodaStream Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker

Buy on Amazon

Normally $97, Now $50

If you've been waiting for a good deal to pick up a SodaStream, now's your chance. Unfortunately, our favorite Sodastream model, The Source, was discontinued, but several of our staff members have reported positive experiences with the Fizzi, which is on sale today for just under $50. (That's, what, a few weeks worth of LaCroix?)

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Farberware 8-Inch Nonstick Skillet

Farberware 8-Inch Nonstick Skillet

Buy on Amazon

Normally $50, Now $20

When it comes to nonstick pans, we always say, never spend too much. Today, you don't have to with our favorite nonstick pan from Farberware. This eight-inch model—perfect for your morning eggs—normally clocks in at around $50. Today, it's just under $20.

The Best Nonstick Pans of 2022
Fellow Prismo Attachment for the AeroPress Coffee Maker

Fellow Prismo Pressure-Actuated Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker

Buy on Amazon

Normally $30, Now $24

In our review of the best espresso machines, we couldn't help but mention the Fellow Prismo, which attaches easily to an Aeropress to make pretty darn good espresso-style coffee. While this won't brew the best espresso, its excellent for espresso lovers who travel often or who don't have a lot of space for extra machinery in their kitchens.

Serious Eats / Ashley Rodriguez

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AeroGarden Harvest

AeroGarden Harvest

Buy on Amazon

Normally $150, Now $85

If you want to try your hand at gardening but don’t have any outdoor space, an Aerogarden is a great solution. This little machine has a hydroponics system that makes growing fresh herbs in your home or apartment simple. Plop in the seed pods, add water, and follow the prompts for when it’s time to add more water or nutrients. The lights are set to a timer, so all you need to do is wait for bushels of basil, thyme, mint, and more to sprout.

Why I Love the AeroGarden

FAQs

When is Prime Day 2022?

It's official: Amazon Prime Day 2022 will be happening July 12 and 13, according to a press release from the company.

What is Amazon Prime Day?

Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest sales events of the year and offers discounts on a huge range of products (including kitchen, home, clothing, and more). Prime Day includes deals that are offered for the entirety of the two-day event, as well as Lightening Deals that are available for a limited amount of time and often sell out very quickly.

Do I need to be an Amazon Prime member to shop Prime Day Deals?

Yes, to shop Prime Day deals you must be an Amazon Prime member. If you're not already a Prime member, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial. (Prime costs $14.99/month or $139/year.)

What other brands have sales around Prime Day?

A lot of other major retailers (including Target, Nordstrom, Walmart, and Bed, Bath & Beyond) also offer deals during Prime Day. Smaller retailers—like ThermoWorks and Made In—have offered deals in the past during this time period too. You can expect retailers to do much of the same this year.