We Found 50+ Dorm Essentials, Kitchen Appliances and Tech Deals Worth Buying at Walmart

There’s still plenty of time left for you to enjoy summer, but that also means we’re in the throes of back-to-school season. If you’re a parent, student or recent grad trying to save a few bucks on essentials, then Walmart is one of the best places to shop right now. Not only does the retailer offer knife sets, refrigerators and laptops, it’s also a great place to nab an Apple Watch Series 11 for up to $100 off.

CNET’s shopping experts track deals daily and scan Walmart and other major retailers to spot the best values. We’ve done the digging so you don’t have to, highlighting offers that save you money and offer the best value. Just keep in mind that many of these deals are available for a limited time, so it’s worth acting sooner rather than later.

To make things even easier, we regularly round up the best Walmart deals on this page, so you’ll always see the most noteworthy price drops and promotions. Read on for our picks of the best available right now.

Best Walmart deals to shop today

White AirPods Pro 2 earbuds and charging case against an orange gradient CNET background.

You can snap up a pair of these wireless earbuds from Apple for a $30 discount right now. Though they are a previous generation (released in 2024), the AirPods Pro 4 are still an excellent buy, especially at this price.

A black and white video doorbell against a red gradient CNET background.

This wi-fi camera with a chime is one of our favorite affordable models on the market right now, with our reviewer specifically citing its “broad 180-degree field of view.” It boasts 1080p video resolution and night-vision capabilities for around-the-clock monitoring. Plus, it supports two-way audio so you can easily chat with visitors and has a built-in siren to help scare off any would-be intruders.

The Astercook 20-piece knife set is shown against a blue and purple CNET background.

No kitchen is complete without a good set of knives, and this 14-piece Astercook knife set is a great option. The knives are made from German stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting performance. The set includes an 8-inch chef’s knife, an 8-inch bread knife, a 7-inch santoku knife, six steak knives and more. There’s also a wooden knife block with a built-in sharpener that keeps everything securely stored, easily accessible and super sharp.

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This Frigidaire refrigerator comes in three different colors, all of which are discounted right now. With a spacious 10 cubic feet, this fridge is compact enough for an apartment while still having enough room for your groceries and leftovers. It’s a massive $422 off at Walmart right now.

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Adam Oram is a Senior Editor at CNET. He studied Media at Newcastle University and has been writing about technology since 2013. He previously worked as a Senior Writer at iMore, Deals Editor at Thrifter, and as an Apple Genius. His spare time is spent watching football (both kinds), playing Pokémon games, and eating vegan food.

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Stephanie Barnes has been writing about technology for many years. She fell in love with tech after building her first PC as a little girl. She later followed that passion to become a front-end/iOS engineer before switching to writing full-time. Stephanie’s writing on technology, health and wellness, movies, television, and much more can be found all over the internet. When she isn’t writing, Stephanie can be found reading a good book, baking, obsessing over creating the perfect desk setup, or literally anything that’ll help her avoid going outside.

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