I Get Paid to Shop at Amazon, and I’m Snagging Presidents’ Day Sales From Apple, Brooklinen, and More (2025)

I may shop for a living, but I always wait for a major sale to stock up on the majority of my new purchases. And since Amazon is marking down tons of items this Presidents Day, I’ve already added my top eight picks to my virtual shopping cart, and they’re all under $100.

Inside Amazon’s Deals hub this weekend are various Real Simple shopping writer-approved picks from Apple, Brooklinen, and KitchenAid. You can expect to score plush bath towels, comfortable lounge sets, and powerful portable handheld vacuums while they’re up to 52 percent off. These items have secured thousands of five-star ratings, and several claim top spots on the Amazon bestsellers lists.

Amazon Writer-Loved Presidents Day Sales

• Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds, $100 (was $129)
• Cosrx Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence, $16 with coupon (was $25)
• Anrabess Two-Piece Knit Lounge Set, $40 with coupon (was $50)
• ThisWorx Car Vacuum Cleaner 2.0, $30 (was $39)
• Kasa Smart Plug Mini Pack, $35 (was $50)
• Brooklinen Super-Plush Turkish Cotton Bath Towel Set, $72 (was $89)
• KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Oven Mitt Set, $18 with coupon (was $35)
• Grace & Stella Energizing Eye Mask Pack, $30 (was $45)

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds

I live in New York City and walk just about everywhere, so I never leave my apartment without a pair of headphones. And since I recently lost my beloved AirPod Pros, I’m upgrading to the AirPods 4 while they’re at their lowest price in the past month. The wireless earbuds come with two modes, active noise cancelation and transparency, so you can tailor your audio experience to your liking.

Cosrx Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

This winter has been extra cold up north, and my skin has definitely suffered from the freezing temperatures and dry air. I’m snagging this hydrating Cosrx serum to get rid of my dry patches and flakes, especially since it’s on sale with an additional coupon. The No. 1 best-selling serum is made with a high concentration of snail mucin, a nourishing ingredient that soothes skin. I’ll be adding it to my morning and evening skin routine until further notice.

Anrabess Two-Piece Knit Lounge Set

I have some upcoming travel this spring, and I’m upgrading my airport outfit with this two-piece lounge set. The set comes with a sleeveless knit top that I can wear over a long-sleeve shirt, or under a jacket, and its high-waisted wide-leg pants have a pleated design that looks sleek.

ThisWorx Car Vacuum Cleaner 2.0

I’ve been on the hunt for a handheld vacuum to tackle quick pick-ups from my counters and floors, and this portable cleaner meets the criteria. Its powerful suction removes dirt, hair, and debris, and its lightweight build makes it easy to carry for long stretches of time. Plus, its compact size takes up limited storage space. It’s no wonder it’s secured more than 168,000 five-star ratings from shoppers.

Kasa Smart Plug Mini Pack

My tiny apartment is filled with extension cords for my home appliances, and it can be hard to keep track of what goes where. This Kasa smart plug kit is compatible with my TV, coffee maker, and lights, allowing me to turn things off without having to be there. You can control the plugs from anywhere by connecting them to the Kasa app or using the voice control feature.

Brooklinen Super-Plush Turkish Cotton Bath Towel Set

Real Simple editors and writers love Brooklinen for its bedding, bath products, and even robes. And right now, the brand’s ultra plush bath towels on rare sale for 20 percent off. I own two sets of towels already and love them so much that I’m grabbing another pair this weekend. You (and your guests) can thank me later.

KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Oven Mitt Set

My oven mitts have seen better days, so I’m upgrading my current collection with this luxe KitchenAid ribbed set. The gloves are made with a durable silicone that’s waterproof, slip-resistant, and heat-resistant up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. The gloves come in 22 stunning shades, including dried rose (light pink), lavender creme (light purple), and mineral water aqua (baby blue).

Grace & Stella Energizing Eye Mask Pack

I’m treating myself to some at-home self-care (minus the expensive cost) with these Grace & Stella eye masks. The eye patches feel cool on your skin and have an anti-inflammatory formula made to that reduce puffiness, eliminate dark circles, and smooth fine lines. The set comes with 24 pairs of masks, which is just enough to use one every day for a little more than three weeks.