By Antonio G. Di Benedetto, a writer covering tech deals and The Verge’s Deals newsletter, buying guides, and gift guides. Previously, he spent 15 years in the photography industry.If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.Amazon’s fall Prime Day event is underway. For more deals we recommend across all categories, check out our full roundup here.There’s arguably no better Deal than one that makes a handy, low-cost item drop to a price that falls into impulse-buy territory. While big ticket items like iPads and noise-canceling headphones may be more showy and attention-grabbing than something like a USB-C charger or a simple smart speaker, it’s often those smaller items that get the most use in our day-to-day life.Saving a few bucks on some excellent and affordable tech can go a long way without breaking your budget. And if you’re doing some very early holiday shopping, they can make great stocking stuffers or small gifts for any fall birthdays in your life.Here, we’re collecting some of the best deals for Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days on items that fall below $25. We always do our best to find deals on affordable tech, and you’ll find some in our main Prime Day roundup just as you will all of our coverage, but for this one, we’re being hardliners on affordability. Your money can go a long way here on a wireless charger, a handy desk accessory for working from home, or even a smart plug that breathes new, connected life into a “dumb” old appliance. So let’s feast, shall we?Amazon’s apt-titled Smart Plug doesn’t require a hub and lets you add Alexa functionality to any outlet, allowing you to control a range of devices with just your voice.The Echo Pop is Amazon’s newest Alexa-enabled smart speaker. It offers a unique semisphere form factor and can function as an Eero mesh Wi-Fi extender. Read our review.The fifth-gen Echo Dot touts a temperature sensor, better sound, and faster response time than the prior model. It can also act as an extender for your Eero Wi-Fi system. Read our review.With the MyQ Chamberlain Smart Garage Control, you can open and close your garage door from any location using your smartphone. Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is an excellent turn-based strategy game that pairs classic Mario characters with the chaotic Rabbids for an encore performance. Inspired by the animated cartoons of the 1930s, Cuphead is a platformer and bullet-hell game with a stylish nod to old cartoons. It’s also an unforgiving platformer with a high skill ceiling and little room for error. The Nintendo Switch cartridge version includes the Delicious Last Course DLC expansion, adding Ms. Chalice as a playable character.PowerWash Simulator is exactly what it sounds like, and yet, instead of monotonous labor it’s a joyous FPS game that’s oddly satisfying to play — especially with a buddy in co-op.This Samsung Evo Select microSD card offers extra storage for a Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, or Asus ROG Ally at a good price point. Belkin’s BoostCharge Pro with MagSafe supports 15W fast wireless charging with MagSafe-compatible iPhones and has a lengthy 6.6-foot built-in cable. Its 15W charging speeds and little kickstand make the BoostCharge Pro with MagSafe the best all-purpose magnetic charging puck.Belkin’s BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless charging puck can charge a MagSafe-compatible iPhone at a respectable 7.5W speed. Its lengthy USB-C cable also ensures you’ll have enough slack to use your phone while charging.Join more than 51,000 followers and keep up with the best daily tech deals with @vergedealsA lengthy USB-C cable that delivers 100 watts of power, which is enough to power a full-size laptop like the 16-inch MacBook Pro when plugged into an adequate power adapter.The ChomChom is a reusable cat and dog hair remover that works great for furniture.The Eufy Security SmartTrack Card works with Apple’s Find My network, comes with a clip, lets you know when you’ve left it behind, and can ring your phone even if it’s in silent mode.Sengled’s Wi-Fi bulbs offer compatibility with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Samsung SmartThings for simple, hub-free use.LifeStraw’s basic filter removes unwanted viruses, bacteria, and microplastics as you drink, giving you a safe way to hydrate no matter where you are.LifeStraw’s Peak Series Straw offers a more rugged design and improved flow rate than the original model. It still filters out bacteria and other hazardous materials from water, though, which makes it a great camping companion. / Sign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we've tested sent to your inbox daily.Update October 10th, 5:46PM ET: Added additional deals and struck the Anker wireless charger deal, which is no longer available. / Sign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we've tested sent to your inbox daily.The Verge is a vox media network© 2023 Vox Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved