Lauren Allain
Contributor
Lauren Allain is a freelance journalist covering deals at Mashable. She graduated from Western Washington University with a B.A. in journalism and holds an M.B.A from Webster Leiden. You can find more of her work online from publications including Reader’s Digest, U.S. News & World Report, Seattle Refined, and more. When she’s not writing, Lauren prefers to be outside hiking, bouldering, swimming, or searching for the perfect location for all three.
Latest From Lauren Allain
Last chance: Dozens of Lego sets just dropped to record-lows at Amazon after Black Friday
Highly giftable sets for all ages are up to 50% off.
160+ Amazon Black Friday deals still live: AirPods, Kindles, Lego, and LG TVs are still available
We cross-checked the numbers. These record-low Black Friday deals on Apple, Bose, and Lego officially match or beat the prices we saw on Prime Day.
By Tabitha Britt and Lauren Allain
Everything to know about Amazon's 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales: Official dates, best deals still live, and Prime perks
Amazon is doing what it does best — dishing out the best deals of the season.
75+ Black Friday outdoor deals: Yeti, Jackery, Arc'teryx, LifeStraw still at record lows
See the latest price drops on Jackery, LifeStraw, JBL, Rumpl, Yeti, and more. Even premium brands like Arc'teryx
are on sale.
By Christina Buff and Lauren Allain
35 of the best under $50 Black Friday deals: Lego, Sony headphones, and JBL speakers still live
Affordable deals for everyone on your list, including Lego sets, JBL speakers, Echo devices, and plenty more.
The best Black Friday deals still live on essentials: Cleaning supplies, batteries, and toilet paper
Not as exciting as a 100-inch TV but you'll thank yourself later for stocking up.
The best Black Friday Apple Watch deals still live: Score the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $100 off
All of Apple's newest smartwatches are finally on sale.
By Timothy Beck Werth and Lauren Allain
The best Black Friday MacBook deals still live: Record-low price on MacBook Air M4 and MacBook Pro M5
Our top pick for students is sitting at its best-ever price.
By Lauren Allain and Samantha Mangino
The best Black Friday drone deals still live: Score record lows on DJI drones before a potential ban
This could be your last chance to snag a DJI drone.
The best Black Friday kitchen deals are still live — shop Ninja, KitchenAid, and Our Place now
Yes, it's finally time to get rid of *those* pans.
By Lauren Allain and Samantha Mangino
The best Black Friday Apple Watch deals still live: The Ultra 3 is finally on sale for $100 off
All of Apple's newest smartwatches are finally on sale.
By Timothy Beck Werth and Lauren Allain
60+ Black Friday Target deals still live: Save up to 50% on Sony, Keurig, and Lego
So many items in this list have gotten cheaper since first going on sale last week.
By Lauren Allain and Samantha Mangino
160+ Amazon Black Friday deals still live: Find record-low prices on AirPods, Kindles, Lego, and LG TVs
We cross-checked the numbers. These record-low Black Friday deals on Apple, Bose, and Lego officially match or beat the prices we saw on Prime Day.
By Tabitha Britt and Lauren Allain
Black Friday is the perfect time to stock up on boring but essential house supplies
Not as exciting as a 100-inch TV but you'll thank yourself later for stocking up.
15+ creator-approved deals to snag during Black Friday to up your content game
Your vlogs, podcasts, and gaming streams deserve a nice holiday treat this year.
65+ of the best Black Friday deals on outdoor gear: Yeti, Jackery, and LifeStraw at record lows
We've found significant price drops on Jackery, LifeStraw, JBL, Rumpl, Yeti, and more.
By Christina Buff and Lauren Allain
Everything to know about Amazon Black Friday 2025: Official dates, best deals, and Prime perks
Amazon is doing what it does best — dishing out the best deals of the season.
By Christina Buff and Lauren Allain
The best Black Friday MacBook deals: Record-low price on MacBook Air M4 and MacBook Pro M5
Our top pick for students is sitting at its best-ever price.
By Lauren Allain and Samantha Mangino
60+ Black Friday Target deals: Save up to 50% on Sony, Keurig, and Lego
So many items in this list have gotten cheaper since first going on sale last week.
By Lauren Allain and Samantha Mangino
The best Black Friday deals on unlocked phones: Save on Google, Samsung, Motorola, and more
Hop into 2026 with a shiny new phone.
It's not Black Friday until we see these 23 classic deals — Yeti coolers, cordless drills, Crest 3D Whitestrips
When you see LifeStraws are 50% off, you know it's going down.
By Timothy Beck Werth and Lauren Allain
The best Black Friday deals on Amazon Echo: Score new low prices across the range
Even the new Echo Studio gets a discount.
35 of the best Black Friday deals under $50: Score cheap Lego, Sony headphones, and JBL speakers
Affordable deals for everyone on your list, including Lego sets, JBL speakers, Echo devices, and plenty more.
The best Black Friday drone deals: Score record lows on DJI drones before a potential ban
This could be your last chance to snag a DJI drone.
The best Black Friday kitchen deals are hot — shop Ninja, KitchenAid, and Our Place now
Yes, it's finally time to get rid of *those* pans.
By Lauren Allain and Samantha Mangino
