As a self-proclaimed professional shopper, I spend a lot of time scouring sites and stores for the best deals.
So when Black Friday rolls around, you can bet I’m prepared with a lengthy list of the hottest buys and most noteworthy discounts. And when the sales are this good, it’s far too easy to justify a cheeky end-of-year splurge.
In a dream world, I’d add every single item on my (extremely) long list to my cart, but realistically, I’ll be narrowing it down to just a few.
Here are the five things I’ll be buying during this year’s Black Friday sales.
New Idea’s top 5 picks for Black Friday
01
Ecovacs DEEBOT NEO 3.0 with Omni Station
$599 as part of ALDI Special Buys
Hands up if you love a clean home but hate the actual cleaning part. Enter the Ecovacs Deebot Neo 3.0 Omni!
This small but mighty robotic vacuum cleaner packs some serious power thanks to its high-speed motor and rotating mopping system that does all the hard work for you.
You can snatch this dream machine from ALDI’s special buys from November 26, but get in quick. With a price drop of $1,200 down to $599, this one is sure to sell out.
Key Features:
- Includes an anti-tangle main brush
- High-speed motor with rotating mop system
- Auto empty dust & auto wash mop features
- Hot air mop drying for hands-free cleaning.
02
Our Place Always Pan 2.0
$199 (was $250), at Our Place
Meet the pan designed to do it all. Our Place’s iconic Always Pan steams, fries, sautes, and more thanks to its multipurpose design.
A bonus? It can easily be stored, making it a gamechanger for small kitchens.
Key Features:
- 10-in-1 ceramic nonstick pan
- Includes modular steam-release lid, nesting beechwood spatula and steamer basket
- Made from non-toxic materials
03
Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Machine
$699.99 (was $799.99) at Ninja
This luxurious machine delivers café quality coffee all from the comfort of your own home.
The 3-in-one appliance offers espresso, cold brew, and filter coffee with barista assist technology, making it all too easy to whip up a tasty brew. A dream for any caffeine enthusiast!
Key Features:
- 3 Machines in 1
- 15+ drink presets
- Hands-free frothing
- Includes attachments
04
Rare Beauty Rare Eau De Parfum
$124 at Sephora
When it comes to a sale Sephora never disappoints (you can check out Black Friday sale details below), and with all the hype surrounding fragrance layering, I’ve had my eye on this sweet yet spicy fragrance by Rare Beauty.
With notes of caramel and pistachio perfectly balanced with rich vanilla and ginger, it’s safe to say I’ve found my signature scent for the summer!
Key Features:
- Earthy, woody, warm & spicy notes
- 50ml bottle
- Ergonomic fragrance bottle for effortless, comfortable dispensing
Sephora Black Friday sales 2025:
- Gold Tier: 20% off, no minimum spend
- Black & White / Non Beauty Pass Members: 15% off, no minimum spend
- Up to 60% off selected items
- 25% off Sephora Collection (Friday, November 28 only)
05
Cricut Joy Xtra Lavender Basics Bundle
$278 (was $399) at Spotlight
From fun DIY projects to personalising belongings, there’s so much you can do with a Cricut machine and the Joy Xtra just happens to be on sale at Spotlight.
Perfect timing if you’re thinking of crafting together a few homemade gifts for Christmas.
Key Features:
- Exclusive lavender colour
- Compatible with 50+ materials
- Cuts, draws, writes, foils
- Bluetooth and app compatible
- Includes Cricut warranty
