The 15 Prime Day deals that are most popular with Verge read...

The 15 Prime Day deals that are most popular with Verge readers

A Hoto screwdriver and its parts in the case sitting on a desk.

It may not surprise anyone who is tech-aware that publications such as The Verge track the affiliate links that are clicked by their readers — in fact, every article that links to a vendor has this statement on top: “If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission.”

So we will be totally honest with you: We do have some idea of which products our readers are purchasing during Amazon Prime Day. (But no, we have no idea what you personally purchased.) And it can be interesting to see what the more popular products are — because they are definitely not all tech. In case you also find it as interesting as we do, these are some of the top products that you, our readers, have purchased during Prime Day through our site.

AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation

It’s typically difficult to find a sale on anything Apple, so when there’s the chance to get $60 off on the latest gen of Apple’s earbuds, a bunch of people are going to take advantage of it. Interestingly, Apple has two versions of its base model; the one that readers loved the most comes with active noise canceling and costs $119 at Amazon. (The version without ANC but with the same good audio quality is also popular, but is further down this list.)

AirPods 4
Where to Buy: $179 $119 at Amazon (with ANC)
Anker’s Nano travel adapter

It’s nice to know that I’m not the only one who needs a portable charger that is truly portable — in other words, you can pop it into your bag or pocket and not feel as if you’ve just added several pounds to your load. I’ve had mine for several months now, and have found it a great addition to my day-to-day carry-alongs. The black version is the cheapest, costing $19.99 (originally $29.99) at Amazon. There’s also a version with Lightning for older iPhones at Walmart for $17.99.

Anker Nano Power Bank
Where to Buy: $29.99 $19.99 at Amazon (USB-C) $36.43 $17.99 at Walmart (Lightning)
Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C

While $60 off of the latest AirPods is a good deal, it’s the first time that we’ve seen $100 off of the Pro 2 version with the USB-C charging case. These have noise cancellation, along with even better sound quality and onboard volume controls. So those readers for whom those are must-haves are probably going for this one instead.

AirPods Pro (second-gen) with USB-C
Apple's second-generation AirPods Pro photographed on a reflective black surface.
Where to Buy: $249.99 $149 at Amazon $249.99 $149 at Walmart $249.99 $159.99 at Best Buy
The LifeStraw personal water filter

What with the EPA suspending employees and rolling back rules protecting drinking water, it’s probably a good idea to make sure the water you drink is properly filtered, even if you’re not camping or traveling. The LifeStraw is a handy way to keep your water (even from natural freshwater sources) safe to drink; you can either use it at home or take it with you while traveling. It removes bacteria, parasites, and other nasty things from water before it enters your body.

LifeStraw personal water filter
Where to Buy: $17.97 $9.45 at Amazon
Thermacell’s E55 rechargeable mosquito repeller

I’m one of those people who seems to attract mosquitoes — if I venture even close to any kind of mosquito-laden environment, I will emerge covered with irritating and itchy bumps. And some of our readers probably have the same problem, which will account for the popularity of the Thermacell rechargeable mosquito repeller. It’s tough not to be tempted to buy one when it’s down to $17.68 at Amazon.

Thermacell E55 Rechargeable Mosquito Repeller
Thermacell mosquito repeller, a small black semi-circular unit, sitting on a picnic table.
Where to Buy: $34.99 $17.68 at Amazon $29.99 at Thermacell $29.99 $17.68 at Walmart
Hoto’s electric screwdriver kit

This rechargeable screwdriver has been a Verge favorite for several years — I’m not sure how many of us have one, but it’s several — and our readers seem to like it as well. Which makes sense: anyone who is a hands-on do-it-yourselfer, or who even wants to make sure they can do minor fixes easier, will want to check this out. The kit includes a magnetic case and 25 steel bits.

Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit
Where to Buy: $59.99 $36.09 at Amazon $59.99 at Hoto
Gripstic’s assorted bag clips

One of our editors, when he saw that these bag clips were on the list of our popular items, wondered if we should include them on this list — until another editor raised a virtual hand and said, “Oh, I want ’em!” Anyway, apparently, a lot of our readers agree; these look like they can be incredibly handy for sealing the various packages (chips, cereal bags) that are prone to getting stale. This is a 12-pack containing a variety of sizes.

Gripstic bag sealer 12-pack
This reusable sealing rod locks air and moisture out to prevent your snacks from going stale, prevents freezer burn, and keeps food fresh longer.
Four bags sealed at the top with long plastic strips.
Where to Buy: $23.95 $18.95 at Amazon $23.95 at Gripstic
Apple’s AirPods 4

Another chance to get a deal on Apple’s AirPods; this time, the simpler version, without active noise cancellation or wireless charging. But they’ve got good sound, and if you’re part of the Apple ecosystem, they’re a good deal at $40 off.

AirPods 4
Apple’s AirPods 4 are the latest update to its base-model wireless earbuds. The hard plastic buds should have improved audio quality and spatial audio with head tracking for the first time. Read our review.
Where to Buy: $129 $89 at Amazon $129 $89 at Walmart $129 $89.99 at Best Buy
The Slice auto-retractable box cutter

I’ve got an old-fashioned box cutter at home that I’m constantly pulling out — and that I’ve got to be very, very careful about, because if that blade doesn’t go all the way back into its holder, somebody might end up with a nasty cut. Which is probably why this retractable, finger-friendly ceramic blade is so popular, especially if you’re as fumble-fingered as I am.

Slice Auto-Retractable Box Cutter
Slice’s retractable, finger-friendly ceramic blade is great for tearing through packing tape and cutting plastic wrapping. The comfy tool also features a sturdy, reinforced nylon handle and a hooked design that makes it easy to stow when not in use.
Where to Buy: $28.04 $14.6 at Amazon $28.04 at Slice
The 11-inch M3 Apple iPad Air with two years of AppleCare

And back to Apple: the 11-inch M3 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) is not only at an all-time low price of $538.99 ($139 off) for Prime Day, but includes two years of AppleCare factored into the price (it’s $479 without this perk). According to reviewer David Pierce, the main difference between this and its predecessor is that it runs on an M3 chip. Otherwise, it’s simply an excellent tablet.

11-inch iPad Air with AppleCare Plus
The 11-inch M3 iPad Air, Apple’s latest midrange tablet, is an excellent choice for most people, and this Prime Day deal includes two years of AppleCare Plus.
Where to Buy: $678 $538.99 at Amazon (w/ 2 years of AppleCare)
Baseus Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable

As someone who has spent untold minutes — no, hours — of her life untangling various power cables, a retractable cable is a real time-saver. Not only is it handy for popping into your bag for those just-in-case moments, you can retract those necessarily long cables with just a quick tug.

Baseus Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable 100W
Where to Buy: $16.99 $9.96 at Amazon (3.3-foot) $21.99 $15.19 at Amazon (6.6-foot) $16.99 at Baseus (3.3-foot)
Anker PowerDrive III Duo USB-C Car Charger

As somebody who owns a 15-year-old car, any device that will make things easier and a little more up-to-date is very welcome. So this car charger, which will power two devices simultaneously, is something that I would probably find very handy — as apparently many of our readers feel as well.

Anker PowerDrive III Duo USB-C Car Charger
Car USB-C attachment within a car's power charger.
Where to Buy: $19.99 $13.59 at Amazon
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

No, I admit it, I’m no athlete. But apparently, a lot of our readers are, and they’ve opted for these Beats earbuds, which offer active noise cancellation, IPX4 water resistance, and heart rate monitoring.

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
Where to Buy: $249 $179.95 at Amazon $249 $179.95 at Walmart $249 $179.99 at Best Buy
ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover

Many of our staff members have pets, and I think we can now assume a lot of our readers do as well. As someone who has lived with two cats, I know how much fur animals can generate — to the point that you really do need something for that quick couch cleanup before your guests arrive.

ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover
Where to Buy: $27.99 $17.42 at Amazon (with code 7OFFPDCHOM) $31.95 $24.99 at Chewy
SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher

SwitchBot’s button switcher is just plain cool. You simply stick it next to a button or switch, and now you have a smart appliance that you can turn on and off remotely without needing to know anything about wireless, electricity, or other technical issues.

SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher
Where to Buy: $29.99 $20.3 at Amazon $29.99 $20.99 at SwitchBot (with code SWPD33)

Update, July 10th: Updated pricing / availability and added several more items, including the PowerBeats Pro 2 and the ChomChom Roller.

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