This Prime Day, why not host a party at home? This week is a good time to save money on things that make your house feel better. There's a deal for you this week, whether you're looking for a better blender, a carpet cleaner that's popular on TikTok, or a smart bulb to set the scene for a movie.

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They are in a league of their own. Joe Ray declared himself ablender after using the 5200. The Vitamix blends evenly and efficiently, so you don't have to worry about overheating. This is a rare opportunity to get a Vitamix blender for less. The Vitamix 750 Series is on sale for $400 and has a little more power.

I think we are all tired of cooking and cleaning up after a long time. Throw your ingredients into a slow cooker and let it do the work for you instead of using pots and pans. Not only will you have dinner on the table in time, but you won't have to clean it. If you want to carry your leftovers on the go, the Crockpot Electric Lunch Box is a great option.

Zojirushi Micom is a rice cooker.

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If you already have a slow cooker, pressure cooker, or pot with a lid, you probably don't need a rice cooker. Zojirushi is known for making good rice so you won't want to return. The Zojirushi model has a setting for quinoa but this variant doesn't. This is a good deal if that is not a dealbreaker for you.

Come one, everyone loves coffee! You can get the Primula Burke at a 30 percent discount. It's simple to set up and brew a smooth cup of joe for the price of two cold brews.

It is difficult to eat all the groceries we get. There is a solution to that. FoodSaver makes a low-profile machine. You can keep the machine away from your food. It's a great addition to your tools.

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Reducing waste can be hard at times, but you can still help protect the environment. Whether you're packing a lunch, meal prepping for the week, or just saving leftovers for later, the Stasher Silicone Reusable Storage bags are a great alternative to a plastic bag. You can get a four-pack for $38 or a single bag for $15 if you have too many bags.

Sometimes you have to compromise on what you really need in the kitchen because of the space shortage. The Hamilton Beach Mini Food Processor is very similar to Eartha Kitt. It blends well without taking up a lot of space. The resident pasta sauce royalty has been using this for a while.

Staub was a brand my sister-in-law asked for. Staub is a sturdy addition to any kitchen without the Le Creuset price tag. If dark blue isn't your color, there's also a set on sale for $65 in Cherry.

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The Sony A90J is pretty, but calling it a TV is not usually used. The TV has everything from the processing speed to the panel. This is the lowest drop we have seen for the A 90J. We don't know when we'll see prices like this again, so it's a good time to look at it.

The Hisense U8G features a quantum dot panel, a 120-Hz refresh rate, and legs high enough to fit a soundbar. We think this deal is worth it because it is only $2 more than the lowest we have seen. The Hisense U6 50-inch 4K TV is on sale for $340, which is $90 off the regular price.

The hive is rising. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a great way to stream. You can choose between 2 gigabytes of memory and picture-in- picture security camera streaming. The less souped up version of the Fire TV Stick can be had for $12.

We are big fans of the Roku Ultra. You will get all of the above in one package. The connection we used to have was incredibly fast, but the wi-fi is said to be better. You can get the Streaming Stick for $30 for a guest bedroom or kitchen TV if you aren't looking for something more advanced.

Do you know you can get a smart soundbar too? The Streambar Pro enhances the sound on your TV and has all the functions of a typicalroku. This is a great two-in-one situation since TVs tend to have bad speakers. If you want to improve the sound in your bedroom, the Roku Streambar for $90 is a good deal.

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The reviews editor is more fond of Echo Dots than most smart speakers. If you want to amplify the sound in a room even more, the 3.5mm output of the Echo can be used.

The Goldilocks of the shows are the Echo Show 8 and 7. It is between the 5th and 10th generations. It's the same size as larger versions so you don't have to compromise on picture quality. You can always get the Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen, 2021 release) for $35 if you are low on space.

In my house, the thermostat was a no-touchy topic. When the weather changed, there was always a back-and-forth of who should change it. With a smart thermostat system that learns to adapt to the weather and your preferences, you don't have to worry about that. It's like nobody really touched it because you can use voice control. The ecobee3 lite smart thermostat is on sale for $127 but doesn't include the smart sensor.

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Are you looking to increase your home security? The EufyCAM 2 Pro is an outdoor security camera that has a simple app and a year's worth of battery life. The company has increased its security after a previous incident. You can get the Eufy cam 2 pro home security camera for $104 off.

The nest learning thermostat is another solution to the household thermostat problem. This system is similar to the ecobee in that it adjusts based on the weather. It's a good way to better understand your footprint by checking how much energy you use and what you use it for.

Because it costs more, the Nest Doorbell is our runner up pick. It's easy to set up and the battery lasts for about a month. It requires the Google Home app and a subscription to nest aware for $6 a month

It is important to protect your home with the help of the Nest cam. The user interface and picture quality of the Nest cameras are great. They're too expensive for us to recommend, but at 20% off, it's a good deal.

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The Panasonic Homehawk is meant to be used outside. A clear picture is recorded at a 150 degree angle when it sticks to the inside of your window. The cheap and easy way to store your footage is with a microSD card.

My cousin got a notification that his dog was making noise. When we opened the Furbo app, we saw that his dog was introducing himself to his new neighbors. It was cute, but the best part was that we could send him a treat because we could see nothing was wrong with him. This discount is a good one to use if you want that for your pet. We liked the Furbo in our tests and are currently updating the pet camera guide.

The Cync smart light bulbs are the best of the smart bulbs. We did not expect them to be as easy to set up as they were. You can use the app to cycle through different colors and schedules.

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The Cync outdoor smart plug is one of our favorites. It's much easier to shut off the string lights when you have the app. We haven't tried the Cync Indoor Smart Plug but we think it's just as good and it's only $10 off.

You can upgrade to the crme de la crme of smart bulbs. It's a good time to level up your lighting because it's almost half off. You can add up to 10 bulbs with the app.

The second pick is the Nixplay. It allows you to cycle through photos with a remote, as well as connecting to the internet. It's now possible to show your mom all your vacation photos without uploading them to Facebook.

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Everyone would benefit from someone else cleaning it. I can offer you a robot vacuum, even though I can't offer you an actual cleaning service. Cleaning the floors seems Sisyphean because of the dust and dander that accumulate. The iRobot Roomba i7+ vacuums for you and empties it's own bin.

A lot of pet owners know that fur gets everywhere. It's on the baseboards, in between couch cushions, and on my Peloton. There are a lot of places where upright and robot vacuums can't reach. The Black+Decker Dustbuster has a big canister that can hold a ton. You can get the Black+Decker Handheld Vacuum for only $25, which is $13 off.

The best vac is the shark wandvac. It's very powerful and easy to clean up. The vacuum is charged by the dock that holds different attachment. The modern, almost futuristic design is a definite win.

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We've all seen it on TikTok, you've seen it, I've seen it. The cleaning accessory that we love the most is the smartphone star. If you live with someone who makes a lot of messes, this is a great addition to your collection.

The Hoover SmartWash is more powerful than the Little Green. Automatic cleaning and drying cycles make sure you don't leave cleaner and water behind to attract more dust and dirt. You don't have to go through the whole shebang for a smaller spill if you use this cleaner.

There are air purifiers and fan deals.

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The Blue Air Blue 411 has been a lifesaver for me. This little guy works and works hard, whether it's allergy season or not, he works hard. I can breathe without sounding like Brainy from Hey Arnold because I can sleep better. The Blue Air Blue 311 is on sale for $168 and the Blue Air Blue 211+ is on sale for $238

You might be feeling hot in July. The Vornado 630 is a great tool for cooling off. By placing it in the corner of the room, you will be able to circulate the air in your room more effectively.

We're a big fan of Tuft & Needle. The medium-firmness of the Mint mattress makes it ideal for pressure relief. The combination of foam and coal seems to be similar to the one of the Casper. You have a 100 night trial if you don't mesh with the mattress.