What to buy this Labor Day weekend — and what can wait until Black Friday

Labor Day weekend offers significant discounts on items like mattresses, outdoor furniture, grills, and large appliances as retailers clear out summer inventory. While many categories see price drops, it’s advisable to wait for Black Friday for the best deals on electronics such as TVs, gaming consoles, and laptops. Some exceptions exist, with certain laptops and robot vacuums already offering notable discounts during Labor Day sales.

• Labor Day weekend is a good time to buy mattresses, with many brands offering steep discounts.
• Outdoor furniture is heavily discounted as summer ends.
• Grill prices are lower now as the season wraps up.
• Prepare for fall weather with discounted patio heaters and fire pits.
• Major appliances, vacuums, and countertop appliances are on sale.
• Lawn equipment is available at reduced prices for fall cleanups.
• Summer clothing is discounted, making it a good time to stock up for next year.
• Cooling and lightweight bedding is on sale as retailers make room for fall inventory.
• Power tools are steeply discounted this time of year.
• Wait until Black Friday for better deals on TVs, Apple products, gaming consoles, laptops, smart home devices, robot vacuums, and holiday decor.
• Some laptops and robot vacuums may be worth buying during Labor Day sales due to current significant discounts.