The 26 best Mother’s Day deals actually worth your (and your mom’s) time
From a faux fur throw blanket to a massage gun, here are some practical and exciting gifts that celebrate all moms
Mother’s Day deals aren’t just for moms. Whether you’re looking to treat someone for a birthday or graduation (or just treat yourself), this time of year has tons of deals that make gifting that much easier. Most of them last through Mother’s Day weekend, and many of them extend to the rest of the month.
We’ve put together some of the best deals. From a cast-iron saucepan to a percussive massage gun, we’re not simply recommending these products because they’re on sale. These are items we have tested or personally used and loved – meaning that while you may be rushing to add to cart during this short sale window, you can rest assured that thought and care have gone into the rec.
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Jabees Peace Bluetooth Pillow Speaker for Sleeping
Got a giftee who’s been losing sleep over their inability to fall asleep? When Filter contributor Prakhar Khanna set out to identify the best gadgets to help him fall asleep, he landed on the Jabees bone-conduction speaker that lives under your pillow, transmitting sound straight to your head. “No one else can hear it, but it doesn’t require anything in your ears,” he says. “That’s precisely why I love it: it doesn’t require me to wear something to sleep.” Don’t sleep on this deal for 20% off.
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Oxo Outdoor Campgrounds French Press
If they love traveling, camping or getting out in nature, this Filter-approved gadget will become a packed-bag essential. Allow them to take their morning coffee ritual anywhere this season with this eight-cup travel-friendly French press, now 60% off. Shatter-resistant, nonslip and highly portable, “Oxo’s collection brings a level of design that shows they really understand the outdoors,” says Filter contributor Julia Skinner, a food writer and culinary instructor.
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Dyson Airwrap I.D. Multi-Styler and Dryer
Virtually anyone with a head of hair will tell you owning a Dyson Airwrap is a coveted upgrade. In contributor Juno DeMelo’s search for the best multi-styler, she found the Airwrap to be best suited for creating bouncy curls with its pre-styling dryer, round brush, smoothing brush and spinning curling barrel. “I also like that you can switch the direction of the curling barrel with the touch of a button rather than having to swap out the barrel entirely,” she says. “The AirWrap’s 1in-longer curling barrel also gripped more of my hair.” Score it now in either the Straight + Wavy or Curly + Coily package for 25% off.
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Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum & Auto-Empty System
If you’re on the market for floorcare that gets the job done in the first pass, consider the Filter UK’s recommendation for the best cordless vacuum cleaner. In it, tech contributor Andy Shaw says the Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty is his favorite option out there. “If your family is anything like mine, you may have [to empty vacuums] before you clean, because someone else didn’t bother. That won’t be the case with this Shark vacuum, though: it empties itself. It’s also very good at cleaning.” Get it now at Kohl’s for 27% off or wait until 17 May to score it for an extra 20% off with code FLOORCARE20.
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MasterClass Subscription
Whether they’re an entrepreneur looking to hone their skills or have a voracious appetite for knowledge, they’ll find MasterClass is the gift that keeps on giving. The streaming platform offers more than 200 expert- and celebrity-led classes in fields such as cooking, design, business, photography, writing and acting, with something for everyone of all levels (including the pickiest person on your list). Until 10 May, get 50% off all-access subscriptions. It’s also a perfect last-minute present for mom.
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Vitamix 5200 Blender
Vitamix blenders hardly need any introduction, with their powerful motors and array of speeds. It’s no surprise then that multiple Filter contributors have crowned the Vitamix 5200 king and suggested it as the ultimate tool for smoothie enthusiasts. “Whether I was sipping a smoothie, spooning a soup or (let’s be real) dipping a finger into a batch of pesto, this blender produced luscious, vibrant results, even keeping green and purple smoothies from turning muddy in color,” says Filter contributor Marian Bull. “It also worked quickly, turning a chunky soup into a puree in less than a minute, while other competitors took 90 seconds or more to create a mulchier result.” Grab it now for 12% or $60 off – a small discount, but Vitamix rarely goes lower for its buy-it-for-life 5200s.
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Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
Got a young one to celebrate this season? They’ll swoon over Jo Malone London’s fresh and unisex scents that help mark special coming-of-age occasions. Sali Hughes, the Guardian Weekend beauty columnist, says the teens in her life gravitate toward Jo Malone’s Wood Sage & Sea Salt, Blackberry & Bay, Peony & Blush Suede or English Pear & Freesia, which are all versatile enough to wear for life. Get a scent for yourself – or a fashion-forward young’n – at Nordstrom for 15% off.
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GreenPan Elite 14-in-1 6-Quart Slow Cooker
A reliable slow cooker proves slow and steady wins the race. The best slow cooker money can buy, according to Filter contributor Elizabeth Brownfield, is GreenPan’s Elite 14-in-1 6-quart slow cooker for its superior cooking results. “The searing function creates a brown crust on proteins right in the pan, and you can also saute, stir-fry, steam, simmer and even bake,” Brownfield says. “The delay timer means you can program defrost-and-dump dinners to start an hour or two after you leave the house, so they’re not overcooked by the time you get home from work.” It’s now on sale for 20% off, the lowest price of the year, in display-worthy colors including oxford blue and sage.
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Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Kids
While the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft for Kids was Filter contributor Jenny McGrath’s top pick for the best kid-friendly e-reader, it’ll serve as a solid e-reader the whole family can share. “It’s quick and easy to toggle between kid mode and a typical Kindle, only requiring a four-digit code,” she says. “That means your child could use the same device when they start reading grown-up books.” Between its protective case, longer warranty and access to an Amazon Kids+ subscription, it’s a smart buy for the bookish one in your life, especially at this 22% discount.
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Bissell Little Green Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner
As a toddler mom and pet parent, I’m always in the midst of a mess. Making the cleaning task that much easier and satisfying in an ASMR-like fashion is the viral Bissell Little Green, which makes for a thoughtful gift for any neat freak. Now 23% off, the portable upholstery cleaner sprays and sucks out caked-on grime for spring cleaning year-round. I stand by what I noted earlier this year: “Between my toddler, who leaves trails of food in her wake like Hansel and Gretel, to my two cats, who manage to tip over just about any unattended mug, this handy device has saved me hundreds on a professional cleaning service. In the four years since I bought it, it’s more than paid for itself.”
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Cozy Earth Adjustable Bamboo Sleep Mask
This adjustable sleep mask is made (mostly) of bamboo and is both cooling and soft. Its Velcro fastener stays put even during a night of tossing and turning, and it creates a total blackout conducive to restful sleep. If the mom in your life struggles to get the recommended eight hours of shuteye either due to a busy schedule or fluctuating hormones, this could certainly help.
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Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack
As an outdoorsy mom myself, this backpack – one of our best-tested personal item bags – would top my most-wanted list. It was praised by the Filter reviewer Jessica Reyes for its array of pockets and for being “so, so pretty”. Bonus: the polyester is recycled.
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Shokz OpenFit 2+
Shokz open-ear headphones permit ambient noise and allow you to hear your own voice on calls, but also have excellent sound quality. They’re a great choice for a busy mom, or even a less-busy mom. In his review of 42 pairs of headphones, Simon Cohen, a reviewer for the Filter, praised these as “supremely comfortable”, and says: “I’ve used them for whole days at a time, mostly because I forget I’m wearing them.”
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Jonathan Adler Versailles Coaster Set
These porcelain coasters feature colorful, Escher-like patterns with gold details. One recipient told Ali Francis, a contributor for the Filter, that they are “bold, bright and a great keepsake”.
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Caraway 12-Piece Ceramic Set With Storage Organizers
In Bernadette Machard de Gramont’s quest for the best induction cookware, the Filter contributor found Caraway’s ceramic cookware set reigned supreme because “they’re extremely versatile – they went from the stovetop to oven (up to 550F), performing beautifully in almost all manner of cooking.”
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Momcozy Stroller Organizer
For new moms, a particular hassle is transporting your baby from one point to another with a mountain of gear along for the ride. This stroller organizer keeps the essentials within reach (and out of the coveted storage cabin beneath the baby’s seat). I particularly appreciate the insulated drink holder to house both coffee and the baby’s bottle.
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Shark Glossi 2-in-1 Hot Tool And Air Glosser
Skipping a trip to the salon can be a gift in and of itself. Our colleagues at the Filter UK praised this multi-styler as “a well-designed tool with wet-to-dry air-styling and a dry-styling mode to refresh your look between wash days”.
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Benvwe Faux Fur Throw Blanket
For an afternoon of reading or dozing on the couch, Lauren Gould on the Filter’s editorial team recommends this faux fur throw blanket, which is available in 13 colors and four sizes. With its bubble-like texture, it’s reminiscent of the trendy Lola blanket, and will add a fetching bit of texture to a room.
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Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Percussion Massage Gun
Moms need a break. Specifically, after carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders, they need a massage. The Filter UK recommends this Hyperice massage gun from a brand that produces “affordable massage guns that pummel above their price tag”.
1800Flowers Lovely Lavender Medley with Strawberries
Flowers and chocolate are classics for a reason – they hit every sensory note, from smell to taste, sight and touch. The elementary school teacher who recommended this gift told us: “I was definitely in shock and caught off-guard, but it made me feel very special.”
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Foreo Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush
This cleansing brush has both a cult following and the Guardian’s recommendation as a solid DIY alternative to a spa visit. It is designed to firm skin and prep it for skin care.
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Lululemon Swiftly Tech Long-Sleeve Shirt 2.0 Waist Length
For Lauren Gould, the Filter US’s editorial coordinator, this base layer tops her list of running essentials. It retains its shape after years (and miles) of wear, it has stay-put thumb holes to stop it from riding up and it is designed to ward off sweat and odors. “I bought my first shirt years ago, and it still looks and feels as if I bought it yesterday,” Gould says. It comes in colors from jewelled magenta to black plum.
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Le Creuset Signature Round Saucepan
This attractive saucepan, vetted by our colleagues at the Filter UK, comes in a rosy pink. Our writer says he appreciates “the thick, heavy iron pots for the way they retain heat and save on bills. As soon as eggs, pasta or veg come to the boil, I put the lid on and turn off the heat – and the food carries on cooking at and then just below boiling point for 10 minutes or more.”
For other Mother’s Day gift ideas, consider other items we’ve recommended from Le Creuset, such as the small cocotte for single-serve portions of mac and cheese and french onion soup, along with the Padma Lakshmi-approved Signature Oval Dutch Oven ideal for feeding the whole family.
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HexClad The HexMill Collection Bundle
“HexClad’s salt and pepper grinders are the best thing I’ve ever come across; they’re proper pricey but they’re mega,” according to Tom Kerridge, chef, restaurateur and author of Pub Kitchen: The Ultimate Modern British Food Bible. This sale includes two grinder sets – one intended to live in the kitchen, the other for the dining table.
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Renpho Heating Pad
Maria Ricapito, a contributor for the Filter, recently vouched for the velour-lined device as the ultimate sleep-inducing accessory. “I know heating pads are known for helping with injuries, but it’s become more of a lifestyle for me,” she says.
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$379.99 at AmazonOwlet Dream Duo
The Owlet Duo video monitor and smart sock tracks a baby’s breathing and oxygen levels when they’re asleep. Thanks to its user-friendly app and superior picture quality, the Guardian ranked it highly when reviewing the best baby monitors.
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