Last updated: November 5, 2025
Prices don’t drop at random—they follow repeatable yearly cycles. This 2025 guide shows what to buy each month, what to skip, and smart alternatives if you miss a sale. I update this page seasonally and link to my latest deal roundups.
Heads up: This guide uses affiliate links. If you buy through my links, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Prices and stock vary by store.
January — Post-holiday steals
- Buy: Fitness gear, TVs (post-game), bedding/white sales, greenhouses & grow lights (off-season pricing), space heaters.
- Consider: Winter clothing clearance, small kitchen appliances.
- Skip/Wait: New phones (better in Sept/Nov).
- Best Budget Grow Light → Shop deal
- Starter Greenhouse 6×8 → See price
- Value 55–65″ TV → View offer
Related: Winter greenhouse setup · Seed starting guide
February — Long-weekend deals
- Buy: Mattresses (Presidents’ Day), large appliances, tool bundles, seeds/seed-starting supplies.
- Consider: Entry-level laptops.
- Skip/Wait: Spring fashion (March/April is better).
Related: Best time to buy appliances · Seed-starting checklist
March — Prep & plant
- Buy: Lawn tools (early promos), soil, compost, seed trays, home-office basics.
- Consider: Outdoor furniture (light promos).
- Skip/Wait: Grills (hold for May/July).
Related: Raised-bed guide · Compost/grass-tea how-to
April — Garden + home
- Buy: Mulch, hoses/irrigation, planters, spring apparel, vacuums.
- Consider: Entry grills.
- Skip/Wait: TVs (save for July/Nov).
Related: Drip irrigation for beginners · Container gardening
May — Memorial Day big buys
- Buy: Appliances, Mattresses, outdoor furniture, grills, power tools.
- Consider: Window ACs.
- Skip/Wait: Laptops (back-to-school will be better).
Related: Grills under $300 · Beginner tool kit
June — Dads & grads
- Buy: Tools (Father’s Day), string trimmers, pressure washers, summer sports gear.
- Consider: Travel accessories.
- Skip/Wait: iPads/Macs (Aug/Sept better).
Related: Yard cleanup toolkit · Summer garden care
July — Independence Day + Prime Day
- Buy: Grills, TVs, headphones, smart home, Amazon devices, outdoor gear.
- Consider: Robot vacuums.
- Skip/Wait: Flagship phones.
Related: Prime Day picks · Smart irrigation timer
August — Back to School
- Buy: Laptops, backpacks, printers, dorm essentials, storage.
- Consider: Patio sets (markdowns start).
- Skip/Wait: Major TVs (November).
Related: Budget laptop tiers · Pantry & meal plan
September — Labor Day values
- Buy: Mattresses, Major appliances, leaf blowers, patio furniture clearance.
- Consider: Outdoor power tools.
- Skip/Wait: Toys (December).
Related: Appliance buying guide · Fall garden checklist
October — Early deals + fall garden
- Buy: Camping/outdoor gear, generators, space heaters, early electronics deals.
- Consider: Snow gear.
- Skip/Wait: Big TV splurges (Black Friday soon).
Related: Winter greenhouse plan · Build a cold frame
November — Black Friday/Cyber Monday
- Buy: TVs, Laptops, Appliances, tools, kitchen gear, smart home.
- Consider: Phones (carrier promos).
- Skip/Wait: Winter apparel (Dec/Jan clearance is better).
- Best Value TV (65″) → See deal
- Kitchen Stand Mixer → Shop
- Cordless Drill/Driver Kit → View price
Related: Black Friday hub · Gift guides
December — Gifts & clearance
- Buy: Toys, small appliances, tool kits, gift cards with bonuses, after-Christmas décor clearance.
- Consider: Gaming bundles.
- Skip/Wait: Fitness gear (January is cheaper).
Related: Last-minute gift ideas · Post-holiday stock-up list
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FAQ
How often is this updated?
Quarterly and around major sale events (Memorial Day, Prime Day, Labor Day, Black Friday).
Should I buy now or wait?
Use each month’s Buy / Consider / Skip notes. If you miss a sale, check the alternatives listed for that month.
Are prices the same everywhere?
No—prices and availability vary by retailer and region. Always compare before purchasing.