Home Depot just cranked up its Black Friday game with fresh tool deals and smart home discounts, proving that actual Black Friday still matters even after a month of sales. The home improvement giant's latest wave includes buy-one-get-one Milwaukee tools, steep DeWalt markdowns, and Google Nest devices at their lowest prices this year.
Home Depot really does love Black Friday. The retail giant's been running deals since early November, but today's actual Black Friday brought fresh discounts that prove the company was holding back some serious firepower.
The biggest news hits power tools, where Milwaukee's M18 ecosystem gets buy-one-get-one treatment across key items. Milwaukee's M18 Fuel Brushless Cordless Hex Impact Driver, normally $179, joins the BOGO sale alongside their brushless cordless jigsaw at $229 and compact router at $199. These aren't random accessories - WIRED reviewer Scott Gilbertson has been building his Milwaukee collection for years, praising their battery tech and tool durability across impact guns, circular saws, and specialty items.
But it's the surprise battery deals that caught our attention. Milwaukee's 12-volt M12 batteries dropped to just $49, down from their usual $100+ retail price. That's the kind of pricing that makes tool enthusiasts stock up for future projects.
DeWalt couldn't let Milwaukee steal the spotlight. Their Atomic 20V cordless drill driver kit, usually $179, now sells for $99 - a 45% markdown that puts professional-grade tools within reach of weekend DIYers. The two-tool combo kit landed at $149, while most of DeWalt's ecosystem remains 20-50% off throughout the month.
WIRED's testing team has consistently rated DeWalt's 20V Max system as their go-to recommendation for reliability and power. The current pricing makes it an obvious entry point for anyone building their first serious tool collection.
Google Nest devices joined the discount party with meaningful price drops. The new Nest Learning Thermostat 4th generation hit $230 - matching the lowest price we've tracked anywhere. WIRED reviewer Nena Farrell praised its larger screen, reliable temperature readings, and proximity-based display changes during her testing. The included temperature sensor lets you prioritize specific rooms, which proved crucial for maintaining consistent temperatures in her toddler's bedroom.
The Nest Cam Outdoor 2K (Wired, 2nd Gen) dropped to $120 from its $150 retail price. Unlike battery-powered alternatives that flood you with false alerts, this wired camera accurately distinguishes between people, animals, and vehicles. WIRED's Simon Hill called it his top recommendation for outdoor security, though the best features require a $10-20 monthly subscription for facial recognition and extended video storage.
Home Depot's appliance doorbusters entered serious territory with volume discounts. Individual appliances see markdowns like $300+ off GE ranges and nearly 50% off select Whirlpool refrigerators. But the real savings kick in with multiple purchases: two special-deal appliances net an extra $200 off, while four appliances trigger a $1,000 discount.
This isn't just about Black Friday pricing psychology. Home Depot's monthlong approach reflects how retail has evolved beyond single-day events. But the company's decision to hold back premium deals until actual Black Friday shows they still understand the power of the traditional shopping moment.
The tool deals particularly stand out because they target serious users, not casual shoppers. Milwaukee and DeWalt don't usually see these discount levels outside major sales events. When WIRED's testing team builds their recommendations around specific ecosystems, pricing like this becomes genuinely newsworthy for anyone planning workshop investments.
Smart home pricing follows similar patterns. Google rarely discounts its latest Nest products this aggressively, especially the 4th-gen thermostat that only launched recently. The current $230 price point puts premium smart home automation within reach of mainstream adoption.
Home Depot's Black Friday strategy proves that even month-long sales need a crescendo. The fresh tool discounts and smart home pricing create genuine value for serious buyers, not just casual browsers. With Milwaukee and DeWalt hitting rare discount territory while Google Nest devices reach their lowest prices this year, the timing favors anyone who's been waiting for premium tools and smart home gear to become more accessible. The volume appliance discounts add another layer for complete home renovations, making this more than just another retail event.
