I’ve been a tech journalist for 15 years, and these are the early Prime Day deals I’m buying to make my home smarter

I’m on a mission to make my home smarter, and the October Amazon Prime Day event (running from October 8-9) is giving me the perfect opportunity to do exactly that without blowing my entire budget. If you’re thinking the same thing, there’s no need to wait – Amazon has already knocked hundreds of dollars off some amazing smart tech to help you get your home in order.

For me, the biggest highlight is the iRobot Roomba Vac Robot Vacuum Q011, which is down to just $139.99 right now – a price cut of over $100, and the cheapest it’s ever been. I’ve wanted a robot vacuum for ages due to my black laminate floors that show every speck of dust, but it’s been hard to justify the price – until now.

I’m also very pleased to see some great deals on some of the best home security cameras, including the Blink Mini 2, which is now half-price at $19.99 and can be used freestanding so I don’t have to drill into my walls, and the Blink Outdoor 4, which is available in a pack of three for only $99.99. That’s less than half price and means I can cover my whole outdoor space with no wires and no fuss.

Below, you’ll find everything on my shopping list ahead of Prime Day. Sadly none of the best smart lights are on offer yet, but I’ve got my fingers crossed for some cheap Philips Hue bulbs on October 8.

Today’s best early Prime Day smart home deals

If you can’t find the tech you’re looking for here, don’t worry – there are lots more price cuts on the way, and our team of experts will be rounding up all the best Amazon Prime Day deals so you don’t have to go hunting for them.