After years of covering Amazon AU sales, these are the 12 brands and products we refuse to pay full price for

Amazon landed in Australia almost a decade ago and the e-commerce giant has shaken up the local retail scene, with its price-cutting making waves in a country that already had quite a strong online shopping culture.

<![CDATA[ <article> <p><a href="https://www.techradar.com/news/amazon-australia-has-finally-launched-and-its-frankly-underwhelming">Amazon landed in Australia almost a decade ago</a> and the e-commerce giant has shaken up the local retail scene, with its price-cutting making waves in a country that already had quite a strong online shopping culture.</p><p>Fast forward to 2026 and Amazon is now the biggest online retailer in Australia, helped by its ultra-fast shipping (including same-day delivery), wide product selection and, of course, very competitive prices.</p><p>Having shopped at Amazon for years, we’ve often found it to have the best prices for specific brands and product categories, especially during major sale events like <a href="https://www.techradar.com/amazon-prime-day/new-prime-day-deals">Prime Day</a>, <a href="https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-australian-eofy-tech-deals">EOFY</a>, <a href="https://www.techradar.com/black-friday/black-friday-australia">Black Friday</a> and the currently underway <a href="https://www.techradar.com/live/news/amazon-au-prime-big-deal-days-best-weekend-deals">Prime Big Deal Days</a> sale.</p><p>Our close monitoring of deals means there are certain brands and products we’ve learned you should never buy at full price, due to how often they show up discounted during major sale events on Amazon. </p><p>To help you do the same, we’ve compiled a list of our top 12 reliably discounted products and brands (as well as some of the best current bargains from each) below.</p><h3 class="article-body__section" id="section-top-brands-you-shouldn-t-pay-full-price-for"><span>Top brands you shouldn’t pay full price for</span></h3><h2 id="ninja">Ninja</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="CYTdeYAGK5UpqAkxi4hqhC" name="split-image (4)" alt="Ninja Slushi and Shark PowerDetect Cordless" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CYTdeYAGK5UpqAkxi4hqhC-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Future / Ninja)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Despite running its own deals and discounts on its website, it's undeniable that the best prices on Ninja air fryers, coffee machines and other appliances are usually found on Amazon, particularly during major sale events.</p><ul><li><strong>Ninja Luxe Café Premier</strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ninja-Espresso-settings-assisted-ES601ANZ/dp/B0GXKXXRKL">: <del>was AU$799.99</del> now AU$577.89</a></li><li><strong>Ninja DoubleStack XXXL air fryer</strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ninja-Stacked-Fryer-Litre-Capacity/dp/B0DM5LBBVW">: <del>was AU$599.99</del> now AU$170.05</a></li></ul><h2 id="shark">Shark</h2><p>Much like its sibling brand Ninja, Shark’s range of vacuums, hair stylers, air purifiers and more are also available on Amazon, frequently with generous discounts, too.</p><ul><li><strong>Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty</strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Shark-PowerDetect-Multi-Directional-Automatically-IP3251ANZ/dp/B0DM5L7MT4">: <del>was AU$999</del> now AU$462.10</a></li><li><strong>Shark Turboblade Ultra</strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/aw/d/B0FQN2WSHP">: <del>was AU$399.99</del> now AU$279</a></li></ul><h2 id="dyson">Dyson</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="Zie4jzVpf3AvUtByLHuMsD" name="V16_Gen5_V8Cyc_V11 copy" alt="Four Dyson cordless stick vacuums leaning against a sofa" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zie4jzVpf3AvUtByLHuMsD-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Future)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sure, Dyson may be known as a luxury brand, but you can often buy some of its older models with generous discounts on Amazon, especially its stick vacuums. In fact, some of <a href="https://www.techradar.com/best/best-cordless-vacuum-cleaners-au">our favourite stick vacuums </a>include older Dysons and re-releases that often get discounts, including some of these current deals below:</p><ul><li><strong>Dyson V8 Origin</strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Dyson-Origin-Cordless-Vacuum-Cleaner/dp/B0DDRX3475/">: <del>was AU$499</del> now AU$284.99</a></li><li><strong>Dyson V15s Detect Submarine</strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Dyson-V15s-DetectTM-Submarine-Absolute/dp/B0D7MLR1ZG">: <del>was AU$1,549</del> now AU$869</a></li></ul><h2 id="sennheiser">Sennheiser</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="aVnqVDWRqG83C8wuNAwmMT" name="Sennheiser Momentum 5" alt="The Sennheiser Momentum 5 leaning against another concrete block." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aVnqVDWRqG83C8wuNAwmMT-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Future)</span></figcaption></figure><p>German audio brand Sennheiser has been in the biz for 80+ years and has made a name for itself for making some of the best headphones, speakers, mics and more. Its offerings on Amazon range from wireless headphones like the new <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Sennheiser-Momentum-Wireless-Bluetooth-Headphones/dp/B0H1YDZJQP" target="_blank">Momentum 5</a> over-ears and <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Sennheiser-CX-Plus-True-Wireless/dp/B09BB9NTXD" target="_blank">CX Plus earbuds</a> to audiophile-quality gear that can fit right at home in a studio, like the wired HD range of over-ears and in-ear monitors.</p><ul><li><strong>Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Sennheiser-Momentum-Special-Headphones-Metallic/dp/B0CCRZPKR1/"><del>was AU$499</del> now AU$240</a></li><li><strong>Sennheiser Momentum 4 earbuds:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Sennheiser-MOMENTUM-Bluetooth-Crystal-Clear-Comfortable/dp/B0CTHVX6DK"><del>was AU$499</del> now AU$247</a></li><li><strong>Sennheiser HD600 open-back headphones: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Sennheiser-4465-HD-600-Headphones/dp/B00004SY4H/"><del>was AU$599.95</del> now AU$299</a></li></ul><h2 id="breville">Breville</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1300px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.23%;"><img id="fyyfksCdWTyptTmZZqiJ5g" name="breville-dual" alt="Breville Oracle Dual Boiler coffee maker on kitchen counter with drinks" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fyyfksCdWTyptTmZZqiJ5g-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1300" height="731" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Breville)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Aussie brand Breville has been making kitchen appliances since the 1960s and still remains one of the top in its field — not just within Australia, but globally — and produces some of our favourite coffee machines, the best blenders and excellent air fryers, to name a few.</p><p>Breville has a reputation for being a premium brand, and the retail prices certainly reflect that. Thankfully, many of its appliances are also sold through Amazon and are often discounted during major sale events.</p><ul><li><strong>Breville the Barista Express: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Breville-Barista-Express-thermo-Sensing/dp/B09VG598FH"><del>was AU$999</del> now AU$599</a></li><li><strong>Breville InFizz Fusion: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Breville-Carbonator-Sparkling-BCA600BSS-Stainless/dp/B0CG137LKJ/"><del>was AU$249</del> now AU$141.05</a></li></ul><h2 id="amazon-devices-and-brands">Amazon devices and brands</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="BQg6USDas45Yvi9iDRtLc" name="3-split-image-1920 (1)" alt="Three different Amazon Echo Shows" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BQg6USDas45Yvi9iDRtLc-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Amazon)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Of course, how can we forget Amazon’s own product range, which is frequently among the first to get steep discounts ahead of sale events like Prime Day. Whether it’s the company’s Kindle ereaders, Echo speakers and smart home hubs, video doorbells and cameras from Ring and Blink, Fire TV sticks or Amazon Basics, there really is no need to pay full price for any of these products if you’re a little patient.</p><ul><li><strong>Blink Outdoor 4 (2-pack)</strong>: <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0D4831Q5Z"><del>was AU$179</del> now AU$58.99</a></li><li><strong>Kindle Paperwhite</strong>: <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/All-new-Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-Signature/dp/B0CFPHSTDD"><del>was AU$329</del> now AU$259 </a></li><li><strong>Amazon Echo Hub</strong>: <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Introducing-smart-control-Compatible-devices/dp/B0BCR4YW51"><del>was AU$329</del> now AU$118</a></li></ul><h3 class="article-body__section" id="section-top-product-types-you-shouldn-t-pay-full-price-for"><span>Top product types you shouldn’t pay full price for</span></h3><h2 id="electric-toothbrushes">Electric toothbrushes</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="verfEBNa2wdKSFxB8Gf2yD" name="oralb-io6.jpg" alt="Oral-B iO 6 smart toothbrushes" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/verfEBNa2wdKSFxB8Gf2yD-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Oral-B)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Electric toothbrushes come in a variety of styles. The main ones to look out for are oscillating/rotating and sonic. Oral-B and Philips are arguably the two biggest names in electric toothbrushes, and given the fact there are so many models to choose from, it means there are usually multiple discounts to choose from during Amazon sales, where it’s common to see savings of over 60%. What’s more, these sales are also a prime opportunity to stock up on replacement brush heads for less. We’ve picked three of our faves below; for more, you can browse the current <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/bestsellers/health/5148225051/" target="_blank">dental care bestsellers</a>.</p><ul><li><strong>Oral-B iO Series 3:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Oral-B-Electric-Toothbrush-Ice-Blue/dp/B0D5LH42R6"><del>was AU$199</del> now AU$71.24</a></li><li><strong>Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 two-pack:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/DiamondClean-DiamondClean9000-Toothbrush-Intensities-HX9914/dp/B08YFP2H7L"><del>was AU$619</del> now AU$249</a></li><li><strong>Oral-B iO 6 Connected Coach:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Oral-B-Connected-Electric-Toothbrush-Travel/dp/B0GNS4SNJR"><del>was AU$529</del> now AU$179.55</a></li></ul><h2 id="coffee-machines">Coffee machines</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2560px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:55.82%;"><img id="VyAyXf6QgxZaLAECrErCr6" name="collections-preview-image-5-2026-09-30T05-00-30" alt="Philips Baristina on a kitchen counter." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VyAyXf6QgxZaLAECrErCr6-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2560" height="1429" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Philips / Edited with Gemini AI)</span></figcaption></figure><p>If your kitchen feels like it’s crying out for a coffee machine, Amazon sales are a safe bet if you want to nab one at a discount. Many of the biggest brands are stocked by the online retail giant, including Philips, Ninja, KitchenAid, Breville and De’Longhi. And, based on experience, you’re practically guaranteed discounts of up to 50%. You can view the latest <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/bestsellers/kitchen/5016633051/">coffee machine bestsellers</a> to see what everyone’s buying — we think these three are some of the standouts:</p><ul><li><strong>Ninja Luxe Café Premier (Oat Milk):</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ninja-Premier-Espresso-Coffee-Machine/dp/B0GXKXXRKL/"><del>was AU$849.99</del> now AU$577.89</a></li><li><strong>Philips LatteGo 4400:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Philips-Automatic-Espresso-Machine-Quick/dp/B0DZPB5SYX"><del>was AU$1,199</del> now AU$738.99</a></li><li><strong>Breville Bambino Plus:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Breville-Bambino-Plus-Espresso-Machine/dp/B07KQBV3N6/"><del>was AU$729</del> now AU$487</a></li></ul><h2 id="robot-vacuums">Robot vacuums</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:3500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.26%;"><img id="cum2P5YvGTcdL42czT2HXY" name="DEEBOT T30 PRO main visual_Clean_0202.jpeg" alt="Ecovacs Deebot T30 Pro Omni in its self-cleaning dock by a wall" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cum2P5YvGTcdL42czT2HXY-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="3500" height="1969" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Ecovacs Robotics)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Robovacs are undoubtedly a huge time saver at home, being able to vacuum and, in some cases, mop your floors on the daily, without you having to lift a finger. However, many of the top-performing models can be incredibly expensive, with RRPs that sometimes climb as high as AU$3,000. Thankfully, Amazon slashes prices during its major sales events by as much as 75%, so you’ll never need to pay full price if you’re prepared to wait. View the latest <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/bestsellers/home/5017669051/">robot vacuum bestsellers</a> here for some great examples. These are some of our team’s top picks:</p><ul><li><strong>Ecovacs Deebot X8 Max Pro Omni:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/ECOVACS-X8-MAX-PRO-Self-Washing/dp/B0GKNLLS8X"><del>was AU$2,599</del> now AU$699</a></li><li><strong>Dreame X40 Ultra:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/dreame-Removable-SideBrush-Extensive-Washboard/dp/B0D6V4K8L3"><del>was AU$2,799</del> now AU$712.49</a></li><li><strong>Roborock Qrevo L:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/roborock-Qrevo-Powerful-Refilling-Anti-Tangle/dp/B0F4CLCNJR"><del>was AU$1,599</del> now AU$429</a></li></ul><h2 id="air-fryers">Air fryers</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:4959px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.24%;"><img id="YEcFucMTKDNGCLhizbCfcA" name="JPG-R_AS101UKGY_InUse_Kitchen_Counter_XLContainer_WholeChickVeggie_Rolls" alt="Ninja Crispi Pro air fryer with food on kitchen counter" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YEcFucMTKDNGCLhizbCfcA-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="4959" height="2789" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: SharkNinja)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Air fryers, fortunately, aren’t especially expensive even at full price. But when it’s possible to save over 50% on many top-rated models during Amazon Prime sale events, it absolutely pays to hold off. Judging by the latest <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/bestsellers/home/10351598051/">air fryer bestsellers</a>, Ninja is this October sale’s hot ticket (pun intended), taking out the top five spots at the time of writing. Our editorial recommendations? These three: </p><ul><li><strong>Ninja DoubleStack XXXL:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ninja-Stacked-Fryer-Litre-Capacity/dp/B0DM5LBBVW"><del>was AU$499.99</del> now AU$170.05</a></li><li><strong>Ninja Crispi:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ninja-CleanCrispTM-Functionality-Leak-Proof-FN101GYANZ/dp/B0FLDV535Q"><del>was AU$299.99</del> now AU$178.60</a></li><li><strong>Ninja Foodi AF300:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ninja-Dual-Fryer-AF300-Granite/dp/B08X8LC2PZ"><del>was AU$159</del> now AU$120.65</a></li></ul><h2 id="headphones">Headphones</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="UkMtQ27NymPyqe3jf3Bckg" name="Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 2.JPG" alt="Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones on a gray surface with a pink background" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UkMtQ27NymPyqe3jf3Bckg-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Future)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Every time an Amazon sale rolls around, one of the most well-represented categories for great discounts is headphones. From flagship over ears from the likes of Bose and Sony, to stellar earbuds like Apple’s AirPods and even the burgeoning open-style and wired earbuds, there are savings aplenty. And if the latest <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/bestsellers/electronics/7058119051/">headphone bestsellers</a> tell us anything, it’s that truly affordable pairs rule the roost. These are our top picks from the current sale:</p><ul><li><strong>Apple AirPods 4 with ANC:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Apple-AirPods-Active-Noise-Cancellation/dp/B0DGJ8YC5N"><del>was AU$299</del> now AU$185</a></li><li><strong>Anker Soundcore P20i: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/soundcore-Anker-Wireless-Earbuds-Playtime/dp/B0BTYCRJSS"><del>was AU$59.99</del> now AU$27.50</a></li><li><strong>Bose QuietComfort SC:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Bose-QuietComfort-Cancelling-Headphones-Bluetooth/dp/B0CXJBH48R/"><del>was AU$499.95</del> now AU$243</a></li></ul><h2 id="bluetooth-speakers">Bluetooth speakers</h2><figure class="van-image-figure inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1920px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="9DDiwpT9oKKq7EqjMaozaa" name="best portable speaker au" alt="Three bluetooth speakers" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9DDiwpT9oKKq7EqjMaozaa-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1920" height="1080" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Future)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Bluetooth speakers are another category that proves popular during Amazon sales events, as it’s usually possible to save up to 50% on big-name brands such as Bose and JBL. In this age of music streaming, we basically consider a Bluetooth speaker to be a must-own item, and waiting for an Amazon sale to roll around can often net you a more capable model for significantly less — just view the latest <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/bestsellers/electronics/4885118051"><u>Bluetooth speaker bestsellers</u></a> for proof. </p><ul><li><strong>Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen):</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Bose-SoundLink-Bluetooth-Waterproof-Dustproof/dp/B0D6WD2QSQ"><del>was AU$249.95</del> now AU$147.25</a></li><li><strong>JBL Flip 6: </strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/JBL-Portable-Waterproof-Speaker-Black/dp/B09V7WS4PP"><del>was AU$169.95</del> now AU$99.95</a></li><li><strong>Soundcore Select 4 Go:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Soundcore-Bluetooth-Waterproof-Dustproof-Floatable/dp/B0DB185PTZ"><del>was AU$49.99</del> now AU$32.99</a></li></ul> </article> ]]>