Cyber Monday 2026 tech deals: Dates, what's better than Black Friday and what to buy
When Cyber Monday sales run, which categories usually get better prices on Monday than Friday, and the prices to beat.
Cyber Monday 2026 is Monday, November 30. Walmart's Cyber Monday event runs online Nov. 30 to Dec. 2. Most Black Friday prices carry over, and Monday is often a little better for laptops, software, VPNs and subscriptions, while TVs and doorbusters tend to peak on Black Friday. If something you want is already at its recent low, there's usually no need to wait.
Last updated Oct. 29, 2026. We update this page on Nov. 5, Nov. 12, Thanksgiving week, Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Cyber Monday 2026 dates
| Store | Cyber Monday 2026 | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Walmart | Online Nov. 30–Dec. 2, from 12:01 a.m. ET | Announced Oct. 26 |
| Amazon | Black Friday Week usually runs through Cyber Monday | Not announced |
| Best Buy | Not announced | Usually a one-day Cyber Monday sale |
| Brand sites (Dell, Lenovo, LG, Sony) | Not announced | Many run "Cyber Week" through early December |
What's usually better on Cyber Monday
| Category | Black Friday or Cyber Monday? |
|---|---|
| Laptops | Often equal or better on Monday, especially on brand sites |
| Software, VPNs and security apps | Usually Cyber Monday |
| Streaming and subscriptions | Offers usually run through Monday |
| TVs | Usually best on Black Friday; many carry over |
| Doorbusters and in-store deals | Black Friday |
| Routers, mesh Wi-Fi and accessories | Similar on both days |
Cyber Monday prices to beat
These are the prices we'd wait for on popular tech, based on recent lows. Most Black Friday prices carry over, so if one of these hits the target on Friday, there's no need to hold out for Monday. Our Black Friday router deals guide has more router targets.
Wi-Fi 6 mesh that covers most homes. See our mesh Wi-Fi deals.
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A single Wi-Fi 7 router for a mid-size home.
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Wi-Fi 7 from Amazon's eero, with an easy app. Rarely discounted outside big sales.
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A Wi-Fi 6 router with built-in VPN support, popular with people who want more control.
Check current price on Amazon →Laptops are often as cheap or cheaper on Cyber Monday. See our Black Friday laptop deals.
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Wait for $29.99, its launch and Prime Day price. Amazon's own devices usually stay discounted through Cyber Monday. More in our Black Friday streaming deals.
Check current price on Amazon →Tech deals to watch
- Black Friday laptop deals: our picks and the prices to beat, which apply on Cyber Monday too
- Black Friday TV deals: most prices carry over to Monday
- VPN Black Friday deals: VPNs often add extra months on Cyber Monday
- Dell, LG and Sony brand deals
- Black Friday streaming deals
Routers and home network
Cyber Monday is a good time to fix weak Wi-Fi. Mesh systems and Wi-Fi 7 routers are often discounted on both days. Our best mesh Wi-Fi systems and best Wi-Fi routers guides list our picks, and the Black Friday router deals page tracks prices.
How to shop Cyber Monday
- Compare against the Black Friday price. If it was lower on Friday, ask the store about a price adjustment.
- Watch for "Cyber Monday exclusive" models. Like Black Friday doorbusters, some are lower-spec versions.
- Check delivery dates. After Cyber Monday, shipping times start to matter more than price for holiday gifts.
- Use the extended return window. Most big retailers accept holiday returns into January.
After Cyber Monday
Some deals run all week, often called Cyber Week, and a few stores extend them to the following weekend. After that, prices on most tech drift back up until end-of-year and January sales. TVs get another round of discounts before the Super Bowl; see our guide to the best time to buy a TV. Before you buy anything, our guide on how to tell if a deal is real explains how to check a price against its history.
Questions
When is Cyber Monday 2026?
Monday, November 30, 2026.
Is Cyber Monday better than Black Friday?
For laptops, software and subscriptions it's often equal or slightly better. For TVs and doorbusters, Black Friday is usually best.
How long do Cyber Monday deals last?
Many run all day Monday; some run through the week. Walmart's event runs Nov. 30 to Dec. 2.
Do Black Friday deals carry over to Cyber Monday?
Most do, though popular items may sell out.
- Walmart 2026 events (announced Oct. 26, 2026), via BeeBulletin and Fresh Calendars
- Router prices to beat: our Black Friday router deals guide, based on price history (Oct. 2026); MacBook Air: TechRadar (Oct. 20, 2026); Fire TV Stick 4K: Amazon listing (Oct. 29, 2026) and our Fire TV Stick 4K review
- Checked Oct. 29, 2026. We update this page as retailers announce.
Prices and offers change often; check the final price at checkout. How we research
Jean founded ShopHighSpeed after trying to find one straight answer about business internet in his own town. He has been a Comcast and Verizon Fios customer, and ranks providers on what they actually deliver, not on what they advertise.