Are Black Friday deals online?

Yes, many retailers offer online deals for Black Friday. If you can’t get to the shops, there’s no reason why you should miss out on the fun. There are many Black Friday deals online that last over the weekend. If you’re even too busy for that, you only have to wait a couple of days until Cyber Monday!

Why are the deals online?

Black Friday started as a day out at the shops to take advantage of all the bargains. Since this began in the ’60s, online wasn’t exactly an option. But now that the internet is used for just about everything, retailers are moving sales online. It used to be that they saved the online deals for Cyber Monday, but this is no longer the case. This means that you don’t have to brave the shops in order to get in on the discounts.

It’s not just for the benefit of the consumers either. By putting deals online, it helps encourage more customers to shop and appeals to more people. This option also reduces footfall in stores which avoids overcrowding and traffic blockages.

Where are the best deals?

• Online retailing giant Amazon is always the first to offer great deals. Some years they even start in October so keep an eye out for when they are announcing their sales. As they’re an online business, they are also more able to troubleshoot problems with shipping. Problems with stocks are usually pretty low risk too.
• Dell is hot on the heels of Amazon with their wide range of tech products. With deals on computers and accessories, you’ll be able to kit out your home office in no time.
• Not forgetting eBay, with deals on everything from household appliances to games consoles. They also have a huge range of children’s toys with deals on classics like Barbie and Lego. Perfect for filling up stockings or hiding under the tree!

Shopping online may have some drawbacks though. Many consumers prefer to try before they buy, especially with gifts. That being said, nothing replaces the ease of a few clicks to get all your Christmas shopping sorted. It’s best to have a check before the day but most retailers now offer deals online. Making Black Friday cheaper and more relaxed than ever!