October Prime Day Is Nearly Here, but These Deals From Le Creuset, All-Clad, and Breville Are Worth Grabbing Now

Amazon October Prime Day is nearly here (October 8th and 9th—in just a few days!), and our hearts are all aflutter thinking about the deals to come on our favorite kitchen gear. We spend all year watching for deals on the most powerful Vitamix blender, the best Dutch oven, and the greatest espresso machines—and we don’t stay quiet when they go on sale. If you simply can’t wait a couple more days (neither can we), we rounded up 20-plus early deals that you can already grab, with up to 67% off some of our favorites, including the beginner-friendly Breville Barista Express Impress, our all-time favorite Le Creuset Dutch oven, and these airtight Rubbermaid Brilliance food storage containers.

The Best Early October Prime Day Deals, at a Glance:

• The Best Enameled Cast Iron Brasier: Staub 3.5-Quart Braiser with Glass Lid
• The Most Powerful Blender: Vitamix 5200 Blender
• The Best Touchscreen Espresso Machine: Breville Barista Touch
• The Best Espresso Machine for Beginners: Breville Barista Express Impress
• One of the Best Stand Mixers: KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer
• The Best Dutch Oven: Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven
• A Great Travel Mug: Yeti Rambler Tumbler with Handle and Straw Lid
• A Small But Mighty Air Fryer: Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
• The Best Compact Bread Maker: Zojirushi BB-HAC10 Home Bakery Mini Breadmaker
• The Best Pasta Bowls: Y YHY Pasta Bowls
• The Best Grill Basket: OXO Obsidian Outdoor Carbon Steel 12-Inch Grilling Basket
• The Best Cast Iron Skillet: Lodge 10.25-Inch Cast Iron Skillet
• The Best Hand Mixer: Breville The Handy Mix Scraper
• The Best Gas Griddle: Weber 36-Inch Gas Griddle
• The Best Affordable Coffee Grinder with a Scale: OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder with Scale
• The Best Wok: Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok
• One of the Best Vacuum Sealers: Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro
• The Best Budget Chef’s Knife: Mercer Culinary 8-Inch Chef’s Knife
• The Best Food Storage Containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers
• The Best Stainless Cookware Set: All-Clad D3 3-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware Set
• The Best Nonstick Skillet: Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Nonstick Skillet
• The Best Dry Food Containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers
• A Great Budget Steak Knife Set: Messermeister Avanta Steak Knife Set
• The Most Absorbent Dish Towels: Zeppoli Classic Dish Towels

Staub 3.5-Quart Braiser with Glass Lid

As the most durable braiser we've tested, the Staub has a dark enameled interior that resists stains and is easy to clean. It has a wide bottom that can accommodate and brown a dozen meatballs without keeping in too much moisture. Grab it for 33% off.

Vitamix 5200 Blender

For 10 years and running, we’ve recommended the Vitamix 5200 above all other blenders we’ve tried. It pulverizes fibrous ingredients into smooth emulsions and makes perfect nut milk. As we enter soup season, it’s a must-have to achieve silky butternut squash soup. Right now, it’s a rare $90 off.

Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine

As the best touchscreen espresso machine in the tested lineup, the Barista Touch makes home espresso incredibly easily. Simply select the drink you want to make and the screen will walk you through each step, from getting the perfect grind to steaming the silkiest milk foam. You can snag it for $200 off.

Breville Barista Express Impress

We deemed this model one of the most beginner-friendly espresso machines in our tests. It has a built-in grinder, an assisted tamping lever, and an integrated steam wand that makes smooth, frothed milk. Grab it for $200 off.

KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer

For casual bakers, the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-quart stand mixer is the best pick. It has a tilt-head mechanism that makes it easy to maneuver around the bowl and can easily handle batters, dough, frostings, and more.

Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven

For what feels like decades, we’ve recommended the Le Creuset Dutch oven. It has impeccable heat retention and distribution, and the enameled interior is easy to clean, no matter the mess you’ve made. It’s an heirloom piece that will last ages, and right now, it’s 28% off.

Yeti Rambler Tumbler with Handle and Straw Lid

The lid on this travel mug presses in and pulls out easily. The wide straw also provides smooths sips and the rounded edges on the handle make it comfortable to hold. For now, the Agave Teal colorway is on sale.

Ninja AF101 Air Fryer

With a 4-quart capacity, this Ninja air fryer was the only small air fryer that kept up with larger models during our tests. It produces consistently crispy, crunchy fries and chicken wings and features clear preset buttons. Snag one for 39% off.

Zojirushi BB-HAC10 Home Bakery Mini Breadmaker

This was the smallest bread machine we tested yet it churned out well-proofed white bread and rye loaves with soft, tender crumbs. The simple display menu makes it easy to navigate and the design is lightweight and compact. You can grab it for $54 off.

Y YHY Pasta Bowls

These pasta bowls are chip-resistant and dishwasher-safe. Need we say more? They have gently sloped sides that hold saucy foods in and are versatile enough for soups, salads, stir-frys, and, yes, pasta. You can enjoy them at just $5 apiece.

OXO Obsidian Outdoor Carbon Steel 12-Inch Grilling Basket

This carbon steel grilling basket has holes that are large enough to let hot air and smoke through yet small enough to keep food contained. It also has a detachable handle so you can close the grill lid to capture more heat. Right now, it’s a whopping 67% off.

Lodge 10.25-Inch Cast Iron Skillet

The Lodge cast iron skillet has been our favorite time and time again, thanks to its even heating and heat distribution. It sears up a beautifully brown pork chop and releases eggs as if it were nonstick. It’s also durable and has been a staple in many of our editors’ kitchens for years. For only $20, it’s an investment that will last what feels like forever.

Breville The Handy Mix Scraper

We called this the "Cadillac of hand mixers" during our tests, and for good reason. It's efficient, well-designed, and even has a light that shines into the mixing bowl. It made fluffy whipped cream, tackled cookie dough, and made a smooth cream cheese frosting. Right now, it's $30 off.

Weber 36-Inch Gas Griddle

Producing crispy golden grilled cheeses and perfectly seared smashed burger patties, the Weber gas griddle is our top pick. It’s $100 off and offers an expansive 756 square inches of cooking surface. The click-to-ignite burners are also easy to start, and we love Weber’s exceptional customer service.

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder with Scale

An update to our favorite affordable coffee grinder, this OXO burr grinder has an integrated scale that auto-portions coffee based on grams or cups selected. It takes an extra step out of your morning routine, and now it’s 40% off.

Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok

Easy to use and maintain, the Yosukata carbon steel wok has been another favorite of ours for years. It comes heat-treated and pre-seasoned and offers durability and great heat responsiveness. It’s also easy to clean and it’s a steal for under $60.

Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro

With double-seal technology that stands up to both super high temperatures and long-term freezing, the Anova vacuum sealer pro can handle wet or dry foods. It also allows for immediate and continuous sealing, making the whole process quick and easy.

Mercer Culinary 8-Inch Chef’s Knife

This German-style Mercer chef’s knife has a super sharp blade and comfortable handle for tackling large kitchen tasks. At 35% off, it’s a great starter knife that excels at everyday tasks.

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers

The plastic version of our favorite glass food containers, these Rubbermaid containers from the Brilliance line have truly leak-proof lids that seal in liquids. The material also resists staining and lingering odors. They’re also light and easy to pack for everyday lunches. Plus, they’re 25% off.

All-Clad D3 3-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware Set

This All-Clad cookware set has all the essentials and aced our usability and performance tests. The tri-ply stainless steel offers even heat retention and distribution and the handles are comfortable to hold. Right now, the set is about $100 off.

Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Nonstick Skillet

We firmly believe that if you choose to buy a nonstick skillet, you shouldn't spend too much on one. The Tramontina nonstick skillet is nearly half off and fries up slick eggs and has a comfortable handle. Grab it while it's only $32.

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers

Rubbermaid's Brilliance line of dry food containers has been our reigning favorite through a few rounds of testing. They're airtight and easily fit into the pantry. We also love that you can through the crystal-clear material to identify your grains, flours, nuts, or other dry goods.

Messermeister Avanta Steak Knife Set

For a budget set of steak knives, the Messermeister knives still cut through steak like butter. The super sharp blades easy glide through proteins and have elegant wooden handles that are comfortable to hold. Right now, they're even cheaper at 29% off.

Zeppoli Classic Dish Towels

Boasting an impressive 140% absorbency rate, these dish towels are durable and versatile. You can use them to sop up messes and handle hot pots and pans. When they're dirty, simply toss them in the laundry and they'll last a long time.

FAQs

When is October Prime Big Deal Days happening?

This year, the October Prime Big Deal Days event is happening on Tuesday, October 8, and Wednesday, October 9.

Where can I find the best deals during October Prime Big Deal Days?

Next month, we’ll release another roundup of all the best October Prime Day sales. We will also update it throughout the Prime Day-level sale. For now, we’ll continue to update this early deals roundup as we inch ever closer to the sale.

Do I have to be a Prime member to get deals on October Prime Big Deal Days?

While only Amazon Prime members can access the Prime-exclusive deals during the shopping event, there will be plenty of other sales that you can grab. If you don’t have Prime yet, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial to access the members-only deals.

Why We’re the Experts

• An Uong is a commerce writer for Serious Eats and Food & Wine.
• She’s been testing kitchen equipment for Serious Eats over the past two years, and her favorite tested product so far is this KitchenAid citrus juicer.
• She also scouts for deals on all our favorite gear.