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Sophie Law & Mya Bollan & Abbie Meehan & Ketsuda Phoutinane & Lucy Farrell

'We hunted Amazon Prime all day for the best deals - here's what we bought'

Amazon Prime Day is well and truly underway, and we've spent the past day hunting high and low for bargains that simply cannot miss.

With deals galore on this two-day event, which lasts from Tuesday, July 11 until midnight on Wednesday, July 12, this year appears to be bigger and better than ever before.

As the Daily Record's Trends Team, we know a thing or two about shopping deals and have been scouring Amazon's website for the past 24 hours to find the best bargain products, which you can check out here.

But our team have all also succumbed to the Amazon Prime Day sales this year and treated ourselves with some some retail therapy.

From electric toothbrushes to coffee machines, Here's all the products our editors and writers have been buying in the Prime Day sales this year...

Honeywell TurboForce Power Fan

Ketsuda Phoutinane, Deputy Trends Editor

Price: Was £29,99, now £24

"While so many people seem to love heatwaves, I dread them. It's all down to my unbearably uncomfortable flat - although it struggles to get warm in winter, it somehow roasts in summertime.

"It often feels hotter inside than out, which is why the Honeywell TurboForce Power Fan is an item I was keen to snap up on Prime Day. Small, affordable, sleek - it ticks all the boxes for the next hot spell I'll depend on it for.

"The Honeywell fan has gotten rave reviews - one person called it a 'godsend' and another said it was an 'absolute powerhouse' so I was sold."

You can get the Honeywell fan deal here.

Oral-B iO5 Electric Toothbrush

Lucy Farrell, Trends Writer

Price: Was: £280, now £89

"As someone who has wanted an electric toothbrush for years, I was immediately drawn to the Oral-B iO5 Electric Toothbrush after seeing its amazing reduction.

"I've never had the budget to buy one as they usually cost a few hundred quid. I instantly knew I had to make the purchase when I saw the £280 brush had been reduced to just £89 for a staggering 70% reduction.

"I've never been so excited for a toothbrush to arrive, as I can't wait to try its two minute timer which guarantees full brushing. I'm also looking forwarded to trying its accompanying app which alerts you to any un-brushed teeth."

You can get the Oral-B iO5 Electric Toothbrush here.

Harpic Ultimate Cleaning Bundle

Harpic is selling six of its most popular cleaners at a bargain price (Amazon)

Lucy Farrell, Trends Writer

Price: Was £22.96 now £19.43

"It may sound odd, but I actually enjoy cleaning and that satisfying feeling when you see your sparkling efforts. However, I don't enjoy sloughing through supermarket aisles to try and find each product I need.

"I wanted to see if Amazon's amazing deals extended to cleaning and came across Harpic's Ultimate Cleaning Bundle that comes with six scrubbing essentials for just £20. It's so handy to get what I need to clean the bathroom, kitchen and living room in one easy click - and for such an affordable price."

You can get the deal here.

Amazon's Echo Show 8 smart display

One of the best deals out there is on Amazon's Echo Show 8 smart display (Amazon)

Sophie Law, Trends Editor

Price: Was £119, now £64.99

"I've been wanting an Amazon Alexa device for years now but have never taken the plunge, so waited until Prime Day rolled around to see what was on offer.

"After comparing prices and checking reviews, I decided to purchase the Echo Show Amazon's Echo Show 8 smart display. It has a screen which allows you to watch your favourite shows, which sounds perfect for when I'm cooking dinner.

"It's also down to £64.99 from £119 which is 46% off the original price - a pretty good deal if you ask me! I did almost purchase the Echo Show 5, Amazon's latest release, which is down to £44 from £89.99 (also a great deal) but I fancied a slightly larger screen."

You can buy the Echo Show 8 | 2nd generation (2021 release) device on Amazon here.

SodaStream's sparkling water maker


Sophie Law, Trends Editor

Price: Was £109.99 now £56.99

"As a self-confessed sparkling water addict, I've been eyeing up a SodaStream so I can get my fix without splurging on plastic bottles every time I got to the shops.

"That's why I was delighted to see SodaStream reduce its Terra Sparkling Water Machine to just £56.99 down from £109.99! I immediately added it to my basket, but not before checking out other retailers to see if it was actually a good deal.

"Luckily, after comparing a few prices online, I found that Amazon's price was actually the best on the market, with Argos coming in a close second at £60.

"In the deal you also get a starter kit to make your own fizzy drinks at home, and a free gas cylinder which some reviewers say can last a couple of months. It's safe to say I'm excited to get this in the post!"

You can get the deal here.

Ninja 3.8L air fryer

Sophie Law, Trends Editor

Price: Was £149.99, now £74.99

"This is by far the best deal I've spotted on Amazon Prime this year. Ninja has reduced its 3.8L air fryer to just £74.99 from its original price tag of £149.99.

"I missed out on the air fryer hype so have been looking forward to purchasing one at a good deal. This particular Ninja model caters up two to four person households, and also doesn't take up too much space on your countertop - which is a must for me.

"It can cook faster than an oven which is perfect for those quick and easy midweek meals, and also saves up to 55% on your energy bill, which is a major selling point! I can't wait to try this one out."

You can get the Ninja air fryer deal here.

Viral Ryanair hand luggage bag

This viral bag is now on Amazon's Prime Day sales (Amazon)

Abbie Meehan, Trends Writer

Price: Was £11.99, now £10.99

"One deal that really stood out to me that I actually purchased myself was the Narwey Cabin Bag that adheres to the Ryanair strict hand luggage policy.

"I have always struggled fitting all my bits and bobs in when going on holiday abroad, even if it is just for a few days - I’d much rather have a hold bag to ease my stress.

"But a bag with this much space and the promise to fit the guidelines for hand luggage at no extra cost is a proper bargain to me. At just £10.19, this 20 litre bag is a steal, and I’m excited to see what I can fit in it when I go on my holidays this year."

You can get the deal here.

Nespresso Coffee Machine

This Nespresso Coffee Machine is an absolute steal at £65 (Amazon)

Abbie Meehan, Trends Writer

Price: Was £150, now £65

"The other deal I really recommend is this Nespresso Coffee Machine offer - cutting the price from £150 to just £65. I enjoy my coffee but don’t tend to take milk much anymore for health reasons - so what's better than a coffee machine that specialises in the caffeinated part of the drink?

"At a £85 saving as well, I know that if I take the plunge and buy this machine, I’ll be saving a lot on single-use coffee cups and other high caffeine drinks."

You can get the Nespresso deal here.

Shark Corded Upright Anti Hair Wrap Vacuum Cleaner

Shark Classic Anti Hair Wrap Upright Vacuum (Amazon)

Mya Bollan, Assistant Trends Editor

Price: Was £299.99, now £159.99

"One thing that really annoys me is hair on the carpet or floor. And with long hair and a puppy, it can be tricky to keep on top of.

"That is why I was pleased to snap up the Shank Anti Hair Wrap vacuum, reduced to £159.99 from £299.99 - what a great deal, saving me a huge 47 per cent!

"The vacuum promises to help remove hair from the brush while you clean with its anti-hair wrap technology. Another selling point was its ability to switch from carpet to hard floor, which will allow me to quickly give my house a once over whenever needs be.

"Additionally, the vacuum can be transformed into a portable version, so I can keep on top of the dust in my car easily too."

You can get the Shark deal here.

L'Oreal Paris Hyaluronic Acid Serum

L'Oreal Paris Hyaluronic Acid Serum (L'Oreal)

Mya Bollan, Assistant Trends Editor

Price: Was £34.99, now £16.60

"As a skincare enthusiast, I was on the hunt for a product or two to add to my routine so was over the moon to find out the L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Filler Anti-Wrinkle Dropper Serum was reduced by more than half price, costing me just £16.60 instead of £34.99.

"I am really keen to help keep my skin in tip top condition, so the hydrating serum was a great buy for me. The product promises to help smooth and re-plump skin, making your face look more youthful while giving it a healthy glow, so I am hoping to see some great results."

You can get the deal here.

Anker iPhone charging cable (two pack)

Anker Charger Cables are great value for money (Anker)

Ketsuda Phoutinane, Deputy Trends Editor

Price: Was £16.99, now £13.99

"Among big ticket items like Ninja air fryers and Shark vacuums, charging cables feel anticlimactic but Anker products are really that good.

"I'm a huge fan of Anker, and by my count, I'm kitted out with two Anker speakers, two external batteries and a pair of headphones - the Q20 now on sale for £35, in fact. I hate owning junk and their products are high quality, good looking and affordable.

"I just have one extra Anker cable that gets bounced around different bags and misplaced when I need it most. So this Prime Day I vowed to myself to be the sort of organised person that has a charging cable, tissues and a snack in every handbag.

"My Anker cables are so much better than my ones from Apple that just yellow and fray. My favourite are the nylon cables that don't twist or thin even though they definitely takes a beating. The 3.3ft version is ideal for travel and the 6ft one is perfect to have at home."

You can get the two-pack deal here or a single cable on Amazon for £6.99 here.

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