The holiday season is already upon us. Whether you're the type of person to set up decorations immediately or wait until after Thanksgiving, it's always a good idea to get a head start on holiday gift shopping -- especially when you can score a good deal. 

Despite being a few days away, Walmart kicked off its Black Friday deals early, and tt's a great time to shop before the frenzy and without the risk of deals quickly selling out. Right now, you can find great deals on everything from laptops to TVs to gadgets from brands like Apple, Dyson, Samsung, Keurig, Ninja, and more.

Also: The best Black Friday deals live now

It's also a great time to join Walmart+, which is usually $98 for the year, but is on sale now for half the price right now at $49, and enjoy perks like free grocery delivery, free shipping with no order minimum, Parmount+ streaming, and more. if you don't know whether you are ready to invest, you can also try a 30-day free trial. 

ZDNET's expert reviewers have rounded up the best Walmart holiday deals live now and organized them below by category. We will continue to update this list throughout the holiday season as new deals become available. 

Our favorite early Black Friday Walmart deals 

Walmart Black Friday headphone and speaker deals

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Walmart Black Friday TV deals

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Best Walmart Black Friday tablet and laptop deals

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Walmart Black Friday vacuum deals

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Walmart Black Friday kitchen & household deals

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Walmart Black Friday gaming deals

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FAQs

When is Black Friday?

Black Friday is on Nov. 29, 2024, the day after Thanksgiving. 

When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday is the following Thanksgiving weekend; this year, it falls on Dec. 2, 2024. 

Are Walmart deals really better on Black Friday?

Yes, Walmart will offer discounts on many products ahead of the holidays to cater to holiday shoppers. Typically, prices are at their lowest on Black Friday.

How did we choose these Black Friday deals?

ZDNET parsed through thousands of deals, identifying the ones that offer the best value. These metrics include factors such as ZDNET's expert reviews, the price drop, how often the item goes on sale, and, ultimately, its quality.

Where can you shop the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals? 

You can find deals in brick-and-mortar stores as well as online through most major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, etc. For help finding the best deals and retailers, check out ZDNET's different roundups. 

What are the best Black Friday 2024 deals?

ZDNET's experts have been searching through Black Friday sales live now to find the best discounts by category. These are the best Black Friday deals so far, by category:

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