Thanks to constant stress over finances or losing your job to AI (just kidding, that’s not happening…yet), it’s not always easy to rationalize a big splurge when even tipping for a latte feels expensive. But it can be difficult to balance mounting economic concerns with the perfectly normal urge to upgrade your lifestyle. After all, sometimes you deserve to treat yourself to something nice.
To help you spend judiciously, we scoured Amazon to find the best, most well-reviewed premium products that you’d have to pay more for elsewhere. Amazon’s massive Presidents Day discounts make this a great time to invest in big-ticket items like mattresses, TVs, and wellness tools, but we found steals in every category.
For our list below, we concentrated on an assortment of trusted names like Apple, Samsonite, and more. We even tracked down some hotel-worthy bed sheets with almost 350,000 reviews and a milk frother that will change your morning coffee routine. Plus, we’ve got the skinny on whether the newest AirPods are on sale. If you’re interested in upgrading your household goods, we recommend a bestselling Dyson vacuum, the latest Ring doorbell, and a Le Creuset Dutch oven that will last a lifetime.
Best Presidents Day Sales on Amazon 2025
Apple AirPods 4
Amazon
$129 (22% off)
For the uninitiated, AirPods are wireless, noise-canceling, Bluetooth headphones that many of us use to listen to our favorite music, podcasts, and audiobooks, often forgetting they’re even in our ears — that’s how comfortable and essential they become. Apple finally rebuilt these iconic buds at the tail end of 2024, with fancy new upgrades that are worth the investment. This is also one of the lowest prices we’ve seen on this model since they dropped!
Apple AirTag 4 Pack
$100 (30% off)
There’s nothing more upsetting than an airline losing your suitcase, which makes Apple AirTags worth their weight in gold. Not only will it track your luggage, but you can easily attach these to your keys, wallet, or whatever may go missing, and you’ll be able to see exactly where they are with the touch of your phone!
Ring Battery Doorbell
$100 (40% off)
With an easy installation and a built-in battery, this Ring isn’t just a great deal, but it’s peace of mind! It’ll give you a head-to-toe, live video of whoever is at your door, welcome or not.
Beats Solo 4
$200 (50% off)
These noise-canceling headphones will be a lifesaver when you want to zone in at work or dance in your kitchen without bothering your neighbors! But we don’t think we’ve ever seen brand-new Beats this low, so buy these now while it’s still hot!
$299 (30% off)
Here at Katie Couric Media, our editors (and John!) are obsessed with Theragun. Its tools offer relief from aches and pains, but the Sense model has an app with preloaded breathwork routines that will help you relax even more!
Candle Warmer Lamp
Amazon
$46 (35% off)
Candle warmers help stop your candles from tunneling, which happens when the wax melts down unevenly, leaving behind a center hole. For candle enthusiasts insistent on enjoying them down to every last drop of wax, tunneling is a nightmare. Avoid it with a trendy candle lamp, which is all the rage on TikTok. Not only will it melt your wax evenly, but it’s safer because you can enjoy your candle flame-free. This one has a posh look that’ll complement your fancy designer candles.
Tushy Fresh Bidet
Amazon
$79 (25% off)
A bidet is the little luxury you don’t know that you need: Not only does it leave you feeling fresh after using the bathroom, but it can help you stay cleaner down there, too. This one from Tushy is super easy to attach yourself, has an adjustable nozzle, and has variable water pressure so you can choose just how powerful of a spray you need.
Amazon Fire Stick 4K
Amazon
$50 (40% off)
Stream nearly anything you can imagine in ultra-high definition with the newest Fire Stick. Not only does it make it easier to toggle between streaming networks to find your favorite shows, but this device also pairs with all your other Alexa devices, so you can adjust your smart lights, thermostat, or check your Ring cameras all at the click of a button.
Hisense 85-Inch ULED 4K Smart TV
Amazon
$2,200 (41% off)
Prep for the biggest weekend in football by seriously upgrading your TV setup. With an 85-inch screen and ULED 4K definition, you’ll basically be able to count the blades of grass (well, turf) on the football field during the Super Bowl game. Reviewers say that the built-in sound system is fantastic, and that the audio is just as clear as the picture. At nearly $1,000 off, now is the time to jump on this deal.
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum
Amazon
$750 (31% off)
Vacuuming and mopping are so much easier when you don’t have to lift a finger. Robot vacuums are getting better and better at doing our dirty work, and we can’t get enough of it. This one will suck up crumbs, dust, and pet hair and immediately mop after, ensuring your floors are left spotless. It even takes itself to the dock when it gets full and empties all the debris into a receptacle that only needs to be emptied every 60 days or so.
Samsonite Freeform Hardside Suitcase
Amazon
$280 (33% off)
As you look forward to your vacation, you may want to toss out that old, battered suitcase with the broken zipper. Instead, try this durable Samsonite roller, which features spinning wheels and expandable sides. Your impending adventures will be a breeze — at least when it comes to packing.
iOttie Treker Travel Phone Mount
Amazon
$28 (16% off)
We’ve all been on a flight and struggled to keep our phones upright while watching a movie or show. If you’re stuck on a flight that doesn’t have built-in entertainment, having this gadget in your personal item may just save your sanity. Using a spring-loaded clip, this phone holder attaches to your tray table, allowing you to enjoy whatever you’re watching hands-free. It attaches to any phone that has MagSafe charging, but it comes with a magnetic ring that you can attach to your phone or case if you have an older model phone that doesn’t charge wirelessly.
Le Creuset Enameled 5.5 Quart Dutch Oven
Amazon
$420 (29% off)
Most of us with even minimal cooking experience are familiar with Le Creuset. As a cookware brand, they’re famous for their beautiful and long-lasting enameled pots and pans. The keyword here is long-lasting. Katie Couric Media staffer Diana inherited one from her grandmother years ago, and the pot still makes a lovely pozole. This Dutch oven won’t necessarily come cheap (even on sale), but as one reviewer says, “If you buy it, just know you’re making a legitimate investment that will pay for itself over and over and over again for decades to come.”
Zulay Milk Frother
Amazon
Café-level coffees are easier to make at home than you think, and it all starts with having the proper tool to make your milk silky and frothy. Katie loves this high-speed whisk, which adds the perfect amount of air to your milk (dairy or non-dairy), leaving you with a creamy, delicious latte or cappuccino that you can drink in your pajamas.