How to get the best deals during Black Friday 2022

Black Friday usually marks the beginning of the busiest shopping season of the year. As we all know, 2022 has been a tough year for many. That's why we created a guide to prepare you to get the most out of Black Friday deals and enjoy the shopping experience we know you deserve. Because we all deserve a treat sometimes, especially before the stressful (but also joyful) holiday season. 

Make a wish list (and stick to it!)

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Are you trying to avoid overspending? Don't fall for random deals you find just because they're cheap! Do your research a few days before Black Friday and ask yourself which items you really need, whether it’s a new TV, a laptop or a pair of sneakers. Make a list of the brands you love, so you can focus directly on the discounts that interest you the most. Remember to include Christmas gifts, and keep in mind any upcoming special occasions that require a present.

Set up a clear budget

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Think about what you are willing to pay for each item before you begin to look for the best deals. Inflation has been wild this year, and you're probably feeling the pinch already, so expect prices to be higher than usual. 

Once you've put together your list, calculate the absolute maximum amount you can afford to spend — and prepare to stick to it. If you can only afford that laptop with a 25% discount, don't allow yourself to buy it when you can only find it with 5% off. You can even set up a Vivid Pocket with a dedicated budget for Black Friday and connect a card to it. By paying with that specific card, you'll be sure to avoid overspending, and it will be easier to visualize the actual cost of your purchases. 

Check prices in advance

You know what you want and how much you're willing to pay for it... Now it's time to start researching. It's not uncommon for prices to increase just before Black Friday, only to drop down on the big day so that the deals look better than they really are. Experienced shoppers know how much an item typically costs, so it's easier for them to figure out if the bargain is real. Take some time to check prices in the weeks before. It's also better to write down the shops where your dream items are located. This will make comparing prices in different shops much more manageable. There are even some online tools that can assist you with that. Camel Camel Camel, for example, can help you track prices on Amazon. Idealo also has a handy tool that shows you the price changes over the last year, making it perfect for tracking artificial price gauges.

Use alternative payment options at your checkout

To make the best out of the Black Friday deals, you can combine them with your Vivid Now account. If the laptop you need is still too pricey despite the discount, you can use a feature like Auto Split to still enjoy the bargains. You'll be able to repay the transaction in 3 repayments starting the following month, with a 2.5% fee on top. If you follow the repayment plan we'll set up for you in the app, you won't have to worry about anything else, as we'll pay any interest fee. Or are you facing some unplanned expenses and running a bit low on cash? You can use a feature like Back Up to access extra funds in your Vivid Now balance. Your holiday shopping has never been easier. 

Find the best deals with Vivid Shopper

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To make the best out of Black Friday, use Vivid Shopper! Vivid Shopper is our deal aggregator that brings you the best offers we have by partnering with great brands. You can save even more money by combining the Black Friday deals with the cashback we offer you on Vivid Shopper! Just go on your Rewards/Shopper tab in the Vivid App and browse through online brands directly from there. We'll show you exactly how much cashback you can receive for shopping at each brand. The offers vary constantly, but we're planning some juicy Black Friday special deals, so you should definitely keep an eye on it. Paying is also effortless if you shop via Vivid Shopper. You only need to tap on Pay with Vivid, and we'll automatically fill in all your payment details for you. 

Now you’re all set and ready to get the best out of Black Friday deals. Enjoy the bargains out there, and happy shopping!