When does Cyber Monday end and how long have you got to shop the sales?

Cyber Monday is almost over for another year - find out when the sales end and how to snag the best last-minute bargains before time runs out

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Cyber Monday 2024 officially ended at 11:59 PM on Monday, December 2nd. If you’re still hunting for leftover deals, here’s everything you need to know to grab the best last-chance bargains before the sales finally wrap up.

Cyber Monday has been and gone, but not all the deals have ended. Keep an eye out for ongoing sales and special offers that continue throughout this week, and don't miss the chance to snag items you love at amazing prices.

The last few days have seen major price cuts during Black Friday weekend and Cyber Monday, but there are still some discounts going strong. We were busy throughout Cyber Week combing through the sales to bring you the best of the best, so you could make the most of your budget and score some incredible bargains.

The best Cyber Monday sales

Best Cyber Monday deals:

Throughout Cyber Week we were busy scouring the Cyber Monday sales, finding the deals that offered the best value so you didn't waste money on a dud deal:

When does Cyber Monday end?

Cyber Monday ended at 11:59 PM on Monday, December 2nd 2024. Many retailers, including Amazon, ended their Cyber Monday sales at midnight.

Cyber Monday marks the end of the Black Friday sales and is the last chance to shop deals before the Boxing Day sales. Some retailers will extend their discounts into this week, offering deals throughout Tuesday or even the rest of the week as part of Cyber Week.

While the date shifts each year, Cyber Monday always falls on the first Monday after Black Friday. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday were once limited to those two days, many retailers now start discounting prices well before Black Friday and continue through Cyber Monday. For example, this year, Amazon kicked off its Black Friday Week on 21st November, running discounts for 12 days, and wrapping up on Cyber Monday.

In the past, Black Friday deals were mostly in-store, while Cyber Monday focused on online bargains. Today, many retailers offer discounts both in-store and through their apps or websites for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

While Cyber Monday and Black Friday offer enticing discounts, research from Which? reveals that nine out of ten deals are cheaper at other times of the year. So, it's crucial to shop smart and ensure you're truly getting a bargain.

Personal finance expert Rachel Lacey advises: "Keep in mind that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are designed to encourage us to spend more. Yes, there will be genuine deals, but it’s easy to overspend, often on items you don’t really need or won’t use."

She adds, "If you do get carried away, don’t be too hard on yourself. In many cases, you can return items and get a refund once the initial excitement fades."

Top tips for bagging a last-minute Cyber Monday deal

1. Do your research

Remember, a bargain is only a bargain if it’s something you were already planning to buy. So, before you make a purchase, take a moment to consider what you need. Do some research to find out where you can get the item you're looking for and compare prices to ensure you're getting the best deal on Cyber Monday. Also, make sure to check the 'before price' or RRP to confirm that the discount is genuine.

If you’re buying from Amazon, use the CamelCamelCamel price tracker. It shows you the item’s historical price trends, so you can see whether the Cyber Monday price is the lowest it’s ever been - or if you might be able to save even more by waiting until a different time of year.

2. Take into account any delivery fees

Don’t forget to factor in any delivery charges when hunting for a bargain. If you can score free delivery or opt for click-and-collect, it's worth considering -especially since paying an extra £4 or more for shipping can quickly eat into the savings you’ve made on the item itself.

3. Get cashback

Sign up for a cashback site like TopCashback and earn a little extra on your purchases. While the cashback on Cyber Monday deals might only be a few pennies, if you make a habit of using the site every time you shop online, those small savings can quickly add up over time.

Cyber Monday is over for another year but it’s not too late to grab some last-chance bargains. Act fast and check your favourite stores before the deals expire.

Heidi Scrimgeour
Heidi Scrimgeour
Ecommerce Editor

Heidi is a seasoned lifestyle journalist with almost 20 years of experience. Before joining Future in 2021, she enjoyed a successful freelance career that spanned more than 15 years. During this time, Heidi achieved bylines in most of the UK's national newspapers, including The Guardian, The Times, and The Telegraph, and wrote for a wide variety of print and digital magazines, including Psychologies, Red, Glamour and Mother & Baby, where she was Shopping Editor for six years. Heidi specialises in consumer content including buying guides, product reviews and gift guides that solve every 'what to buy for...' problem you can think of.

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