The Best Prime Day Bulk Deals: Save Up To 40% On Household Essentials That Come In Multipacks

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In the whirlwind of Prime Day, it's easy to obsess over deals on the earbuds and haircare that have been sitting on my wish list since the holidays. But as I've taken stock of what I actually use in bulk on a weekly basis, it's clear that's where the real opportunity for saving lies.

Prime Day should be about the expendables: Paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, and the like. These are the "may as well" deals that I'm not particularly excited about, but will be thanking myself later for. And with Prime's free 2-day shipping, I'm saving myself a trip to Target, Whole Foods, or Costco in the long run.

For more ways to save, check out our main Prime Day deals hub. There you'll find other discounted essentials across kitchen, home, beauty, and more.

Top Bulk Buys for Prime Day

• Save on coffee pods, coffee beans, and coffee grounds
• Cleaning supplies
• Laundry detergent, dryer sheets, and laundry pods
• Toothpaste, floss, and other oral hygiene essentials

The best Amazon Prime Day deals to buy in bulk

While I can allow overspending a little on a new desk for myself, I won't accept spending top dollar on a box of tissues (which my family and I will run through in less a day anyway). Here are the everyday basics worth buying in bulk this Prime Day.

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FAQs on buying in bulk for Prime Day

Is Prime Day a good time to buy in bulk?

Yes, if you're purchasing products you use regularly and would buy anyway. Household essentials, toiletries, and cleaning supplies are often among the strongest Prime Day values because they combine sale pricing with multi-pack discounts.

Which categories have the best bulk buy deals?

Paper products, cleaning supplies, personal care items, and pantry staples have the best deals. Paper products will give you the best return for your money because they don't expire and will be used consistently.

Should I choose "Subscribe & Save" if it's an option?

Amazon sometimes allows shoppers to stack Prime Day discounts with Subscribe & Save discounts, lowering the effective price further. Check your stock in a month and cancel future shipments if it turns out you don't run through as much as you expected.

Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.