The best weekend deals you can get right now from Amazon, Target and more

This Sunday, find amazing savings on amazing products. (Photo: Reviewed)

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In the final weekend of 2018, you can end the year on a satisfying note with some weekend bargain hunting. The best part is that I got the ball rolling for you and rounded up all the best deals and sales you can find online right now, from our favorite hair dryer to fun string lights and Bluetooth speakers to sales on sales at retailers like Nordstrom, Kohl's, and more.

We put a lot of care into making sure the deals we recommend are not just great prices, but are also great products. Everything on this list has either been tested by our product experts, is a personal favorite of mine (looking at you, fairy lights), or, if we haven't used the product ourselves, a highly rated and vetted product that people love.

1. The best hair dryer at the lowest price ever

Don't miss an amazing chance to score the best hair dryer at its best price. (Photo: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar)

This hair dryer is the best we've ever tested, and it's easily one of the most popular options. It usually costs around $220, which sounds steep until you think of how much salons charge for one blowout. Right now, however, Dermstore has it on sale for just $169. That's $15 less than the low price we saw for Black Friday. I am in awe right now over this amazing sale, and I'm sure it won't last. If you've wanted an upgrade, this is the time to do it.

Get the Harry Josh Pro Hair Dryer from Dermstore for $169 (Save $50)

2. The most popular Echo back at its Black Friday price

"Alexa, make my life a little easier." (Photo: Amazon)

The new Echo Dot is one of the most popular things our readers bought in 2018, and it's currently back on sale for the crazy 50% Black Friday discount it's easy to see why. It may be out of stock until January 15, but you can still order one for half the usual price and have it in a few weeks. If you want an Echo that's a bit more powerful and sounds a lot better, the 3rd-gen. Echo is also on sale! It's perfect for a larger room, especially if you want to use it for music.

Amazon Echo Dot (3rd gen.)—$29.99 (Save $20) : This is one of the most popular items of the year, and it's still 40% off.

: This is one of the most popular items of the year, and it's still 40% off. Amazon Echo—$69.99 (Save $30): The full-size Echo sounds so much better than the Dot, and it's 30% off right now too.

3. A powerful, portable charger that will last all week

This little charger can recharge your phone up to nine times. (Photo: Anker)

Nothing's worse than the dreaded "your battery is at 20%, would you like to turn on low power mode?" message (paraphrased, of course). If you love using your phone but hate the idea of killing your battery because you're killing time, get this portable charger. Why? It can charge an iPhone 6S NINE TIMES. That's insane.

There are certainly more affordable options out there, but you'll only get one, maybe two, charges out of them before they need to be recharged themselves. This high-capacity charger can offer you piece of mind for the whole week, and with our coupon code, you can get it for a great discount.

Anker Powercore+ 26800 Portable Battery—$69.59 (Save $17.40) with the code "XMAS2019"

4. Bluetooth speakers for dance parties anywhere

A portable speaker comes in handy more often than you might think. (Photo: Anker)

Bluetooth speakers are on my list of "I don't really need one, but wouldn't it be nice if..." and I'm not the only one who feels this way. Because they're not a necessity, it's best to wait for a good sale to pick one up. Right now, we have two exclusive deals on the Soundcore and a 2-pack of Soundcore Mini Bluetooth speakers from Anker.

They blend quality and affordability for an all-around solid product. They're not going to deliver Sonos-level quality, but for an impromptu picnic dance party or some mellow tunes when you're lounging poolside this summer? They're just right.

5. A popular smart 4K TV for under $300

The 49-inch Roku TV makes it so easy to enjoy your favorites, even those 4K Netflix shoes! (Photo: Reviewed.com)

TCL's Roku 4K TVs are fantastic. They blend functionality and affordability in a way that'll make you glad you bought one. I'm watching mine right now! The built-in platform makes it insanely easy to stream TV. They have support for everything from Netflix and Hulu to Plex and PS Vue to Spotify and Pandora. The 4K picture is totally fine. It's not quite as mind-blowing as a $3,000 LG OLED, but it's definitely much better than your 1080p TV. It's time to upgrade, especially since this 49-inch 2017 model, which typically sells for $340, is $60 less than usual right now.

Get the TCL 49-Inch 4K Roku Smart LED TV (2017 model) on Amazon for $279 (Save $60)

Don't miss these other awesome sales

Barnes & Noble

Get a head start on your New Year’s resolution to read more in 2019. Barnes & Noble is offering 15% off online orders over $50 now through Dec. 27. Just use the coupon code “JUST4U” at checkout, and you can get a little price break on all the books you’ve been meaning to read. Sadly, this sale does not include the Noon, e-books, gift cards, or LEGO toys. But everything else is fair game!

Save 15% on all purchases over $50 at Barnes & Noble with the code "JUST4U"

Best Buy

You can find all sorts of year-end savings at Best Buy, starting with 40% off clearance and open-box items. They've also still got discounts on Beats headphones and Apple Watches as well as sales on Samsung smartphones, smart devices, cameras, laptops, and of course TVs.

Shop Best Buy's sales

Houzz

If you've wanted to upgrade or completely overhaul your home in 2019, the Houzz year-end sale is a great way to get an early start. You'll find discounts up to 75% in virtually every category, from rugs and bar stool, or kitchen and bathroom, and more. We're especially into these gorgeous gray midcentury modern dining chairs. They comes as a set of 2, and they're $100 less than usual right now.

Shop the Houzz Year-End sale

JC Penney

While most retailers are discounting their clearance and sale items, JC Penney is serving up sitewide savings. you can use the code "SALE4" to get 20% off your purchase in stores or online through the end of the year. And if you spend $100 or more online, you'll get 25% off! If you fill your cart and you're just shy of the $100 mark, it might make sense to add one or two more items to get that extra discount. You'll also find up to 70% off on winter gear from name brands like Nike and Levi's.

Save up to 25% on your entire purchase at JC Penney with the code "SALE4"

Kate Spade

Kate Spade is taking an extra 40% off sale now through Jan. 2, meaning you can save up to 60% on accessories and jewelry from the iconic designer. Just enter the code "MOREEXTRA" at checkout to see the discount on your order.

Save an extra 40% on Kate Spade sale with the code "MOREEXTRA"

Kohl's

Kohl's is offering up to 70% off clearance through the end if the year. They're even adding new items to the clearance section daily, including everything from men's and women's fashion to kids' clothes and home decor and more.

Shop the Kohl's After Christmas sale

Macy's

You can find a smattering of awesome sales from Macy's right now, starting with a sitewide discount of 20% off with the code "JOY" (some departments are oly eligible for 15% off). Or, if you spend at least $25, you can get $10 off your purchase with the code "JOY25" so try both codes and see which one gives you bigger savings before you click that buy button. You'll also find discounts on underwear, bedding, mattresses, and select Nike apparel.

Shop the Macy's sales

Madewell

Madewell is taking 40% off all sale items when you enter the code "GOBIG" at checkout.

Save 40% on sale at Madewell with the code "GOBIG"

Nordstrom

The best place to shop if you love fashion is having a huge sale to end 2018 on a great note. Right now you can find amazing deals on men's, women's and kid's sale items. They've discounted their already-discounted apparel up to 50%, making it an amazing opportunity to spend your gift cards or splurge on something for that New Year's Eve party.

Shop Nordstrom's sale

Sephora

You can save an extra 25% with the code "TWENTYOFF" to score savings on gift sets (especially great if you need some belated presents) and plenty of other awesome health and beauty items through Jan. 1. To access the sale, you need to be a Beauty Insider, but it's free to sign up and will give you an early start on any future sales Sephora runs.

Shop Sephora's sale section and save an extra 20% with the code "TWENTYOFF"

Target

Right now, you can save 50% on clearance items in virtually every category from Christmas decor (shocker) to clothing to toys to health and beauty. We're especially excited about an 8-quart Instant Pot for $90 (36% off) and a Melissa & Doug One Stop Shop Playset for $90 (50% off), and They're also discounting party games 20%, and you can find discounts of up to 25% on home storage solutions.

Shop Target's sales

Walmart

Much like Amazon, you can always find something on sale at Walmart. Right now, it's a great time to stock up on super low-priced holiday decor for next year, as they've discounted all holiday decor up to 50% off. And like many other retailers are doing, Walmart's also taking up to half off their clearance items in every department, including toys and clothing.

Shop Walmart's sales

Wayfair

Without a doubt, Wayfair is one of the most popular places to buy furniture online, and right now you can find up to 75% off clearance, 70% off holiday decor, and more.

Shop Wayfair's end of year sales

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