Should You Buy Appliances During Black Friday 2024?
November 12th, 2024 | 5 min. read
Will Black Friday be worth buying appliances this year?
Maybe.
Shopping for appliances—or anything—has changed dramatically over the past few years.
With Black Friday deals starting earlier than ever, this November presents unique opportunities to save.
In this article, you’ll learn what to expect from Black Friday, the best deals available, and tips for making smarter appliance purchases moving forward.
Key Takeaway One: Black Friday promotions began on November 4 this year, so there’s no need to wait. Let's dive in.
Black Friday in Appliances: Then, Now, and What to Expect in 2024
Black Friday in Appliances (1986–2010)
Black Friday, also known as the time retailers move from losses to profits—or “into the black”—didn’t exist in the appliance industry until around 2010.
That’s when Samsung and LG launched their aggressive discounting strategies, catching their appliance competitors off guard.
GE and Whirlpool quickly followed suit, and soon, every holiday became an excuse for a sale.
Black Friday (2020–2022)
During the pandemic, Black Friday was effectively canceled in the appliance world. Supply chain issues and overwhelming demand left little room for promotions.
But times have changed.
Black Friday 2024
Now, manufacturers have been overproducing for nearly two years, resulting in diminished demand.
It’s the opposite of what we saw in 2020–2022—a classic Economics 101 scenario.
With excess supply, prices are falling. And the discounts won’t stop at Black Friday.
Key Takeaway Two: Supply chain issues are no longer a problem. Most items are readily available within two weeks—or even sooner—so you can shop when it’s most convenient for you.
Everything You Need to Know About Black Friday Appliance Deals
When Do Black Friday Promotions Start?
Black Friday now kicks off in early November.
At Yale, we began our Black Friday promotions on November 4, and they’ll run through Cyber Monday, December 2.
What Brands Are Not Participating in Black Friday Promotions?
Luxury appliance brands like Sub-Zero, Thermador, Monogram, SKS, BlueStar, and Miele are not offering Black Friday promotions this year.
However, many of these brands offer year-round rebate programs instead:
- Thermador offers their “1,2 Free” rebate program, which includes free appliances when you purchase qualifying cooking and refrigeration products.
- Monogram provides up to a $4,500 rebate when you purchase their qualifying cooking and refrigeration products.
- Sub-Zero includes a $1,000 rebate toward their Cove dishwasher with qualifying refrigerators and cooking appliances.
- Miele is less predictable, offering up to 15% rebates at various times throughout the year.
For many premium brands, discounts are typically available year-round through these rebate programs rather than during Black Friday promotions.
Key Takeaway Three: Price increases are coming for premium brands in 2025. Thermador is set to increase prices by 3–8% starting January 1, 2025. Sub-Zero will likely follow, which could trigger price adjustments across other luxury brands.
What Are the Best Brands for You to Consider for Black Friday?
GE, LG, LG Studio, Café, Profile, Samsung, Bosch, and KitchenAid are all offering Black Friday promotions.
Each of these brands has rebates for individual appliances and packages.
However, Café, Bosch, Profile, and Samsung stand out with an additional 10% package rebate available during Black Friday.
Read More: How to Choose the Best Affordable Luxury Kitchen Appliance Package for $10,000-$20,000
Best Appliance Packages to Consider for Black Friday 2024
Kitchen Appliance Packages
Let’s start with a solid LG appliance package. You should consider LG because it's one of the most reliable brands sold at Yale.
LG Package
This package is well-equipped, featuring a 28-cubic-foot refrigerator, a convection range, an over-the-range microwave, and a quiet dishwasher with steam functionality.
You'll pay $3,549 upfront, but after the sale and mail-in rebates, you'll save a total of $1,556.
Not bad.
However, the rebates are even better with Café, GE, Profile, and Bosch.
I’ve selected a few standout packages below, but you can also create your own.
Bosch Package
Bosch leans premium and delivers excellent performance.
This package includes:
- A twin-compressor refrigerator
- An induction range (magnetic heat for precise cooking)
- An over-the-range microwave
- A CrystalDry dishwasher that dries plastics (yes, really)
You'll pay $9,319 upfront, but after all rebates and promotions, including mail-in rebates, you'll save a total of $2,357 on a package originally priced at $9,896.
Café Appliances Package
Café represents GE’s premium freestanding appliances.
This package includes:
- A twin-evaporator counter-depth refrigerator
- A convection over-the-range microwave
- A convection front-control range
- A quiet dishwasher
You'll pay $8,859 upfront, but after all rebates, you'll save a total of $1,691.
GE Profile Package
GE Profile is a step below Café but comes at a much lower price point.
This package includes:
- A counter-depth refrigerator
- A front-control convection range
- A standard over-the-range microwave
- A quiet dishwasher
You'll pay $6,499 upfront, but after all rebates, you'll save a total of $1,480.
Best Washer & Dryer Package
Samsung Laundry Pair
Honestly, I’m not sure why this pair is on sale—it’s listed for much higher on other websites.
Here’s the breakdown:
Samsung Bespoke Front-Load Washer WF53BB8700AV - $499
Samsung Bespoke Electric Dryer DVE53BB8700V - $499
The pedestals are $129 each.
This Samsung set offers an extra-large 5.3 cubic feet capacity, steam functionality, and every cycle you can think of.
Your total? Just $1,034.75 after taxes, or about 50% off.
In summary: Black Friday 2024 is the best time to save on reliable appliances. Whether you need a full package or just a great laundry pair, the deals are worth checking out.
Should You Buy Appliances During Black Friday 2024?
First, I hope you’re not leaving your family to stand in line after Thanksgiving—it’s no longer necessary.
Black Friday specials have already started and will run through Cyber Monday (which is really just another name for Black Friday at this point). And don’t forget Small Business Saturday—it’s all part of the same deal frenzy.
The additional 10% rebate this year is interesting, but the standard rebates remain consistent as the industry continues to lower prices to encourage buying.
I used to say, “Wait for a holiday sale,” but now every day feels like a holiday with decent rebates available year-round.
For premium brands, though, price increases are on the horizon. Thermador’s prices will go up January 1, and others are likely to follow.
This is a great time to buy appliances—a complete reversal from the shortages of 2020–2022.
As always, check reviews to find the best place to shop in your area.
Additional Resources
Have questions on appliances? Read our free Appliance Buying Guide, which covers the 10 most frequently asked questions, the best time to buy appliances, and detailed profiles of all the brands. Well over 1 million people have read a Yale Guide.
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