The Best Early Labor Day Weekend Kitchen Deals

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial start of fall, which means it’s also the unofficial start of exciting year-end sales. We spend our days testing equipment and tracking prices, so we love when our favorite Dutch oven or pasta bowl set goes on sale. While Labor Day Weekend isn’t here quite yet, Amazon already has kitchen deals worth grabbing, with nearly 50% off some of our tried-and-true favorites, including the Vitamix 5200 and Lodge cast iron skillet.

The Best Early Labor Day Weekend Kitchen Deals, at a Glance:

Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

We’ve recommended Le Creuset Dutch ovens for years. They heat evenly, are easy to clean, and can last through generations. It was the best at searing and braising during our tests and was easy to carry thanks to its comfortable handles. Right now, the 5.5-quart Le Creuset Dutch oven is 34% off.

Lodge 10-Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet

This Lodge cast iron skillet has impressed us for years with its searing ability. It also baked golden cornbread during our tests and comes practically nonstick straight out of the box. For $20, it’s a small investment for a lifetime of perfect steaks.

Vitamix 5200 Blender

This powerful Vitamix 5200, our top blender pick of over 10 years, is 23% off and produces the silkiest soups, smoothies, and sauces. In our tests, it made silky smoothies in just 30 seconds and left nearly no pulp behind when making almond milk.

Y YHY Pasta Bowls

This Y YHY pasta bowl set was our budget pick when we tested pasta bowls, and now it’s on sale for 38% off with a coupon, making each bowl just over $5 apiece. With gently sloping sides and a wide bottom, they held spaghetti beautifully and kept sauce for splashing.

Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Nonstick Skillet

We don’t often recommend nonstick pans, but when we do, we like them to be cheap and efficient. Already well-priced, the Tramontina nonstick skillet is now almost half off. With a comfortable handle, the pan is lightweight and oven-safe up to 400°F. It distributes heat evenly and releases eggs like a dream.

Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart Air Fryer

Our favorite air fryer, the Instant Vortex Plus, makes the crispiest fries and chicken wings. The generous 6-quart capacity allows for maximum air circulation, and it’s easy to use with clearly marked buttons for each setting. Right now, it’s 23% off.

Zeppoli Classic Dish Towels, 15-Pack

We reported a whopping 141% absorbency rate with the Zeppoli kitchen towels during our tests. Made of 100% cotton, these kitchen towels sop up spills with ease and are durable enough for everyday use. You can snag them for 20% off with a coupon.

AeroPress Original Coffee Maker

For coffee lovers on the go, we’ve recommended the AeroPress for years, which makes flavorful coffee and can fit into a backpack or tote. For a portable coffee maker, it offers precise control to coffee tinkerers who like to fiddle with the process, and right now it’s 20% off.

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder with Scale

An updated version of our longtime favorite affordable coffee grinder, this OXO model has an integrated scale to program your grinds based on how many grams you need or cups you want to brew. Grab it for 40% off.

Breville Smart Oven Pizzaiolo

Our favorite compact indoor pizza oven, the Breville smart oven, is just a smidge bigger than a microwave and delivers fluffy pizzas with crispy, leopard-spotted bottoms. It recovered heat quickly between pies during our tests, and its simple dial system makes it easy to use.

All-Clad 3-Quart Stainless Steel 3-Ply Saucepan

This All-Clad stainless steel saucepan that’s on rare sale for 33% off aced our tests by making fluffy rice and smooth pastry cream. Its handle is comfortable to hold, and the three-ply construction evenly distributes heat when cooking.

Staub 3.5-Quart Braiser with Glass Lid

Winning the title of most durable braiser, the Staub braiser is easy to clean and has a black interior that resists stains. In our tests, it braised, seared, and sautéed its way to top marks. We especially liked the wide bottom that could accommodate and brown a dozen meatballs without trapping steam. It’s on rare sale for 33% off.

Peugeot 9-Inch Pepper Mill

The Peugeot pepper mill grinds pepper quickly, evenly, and consistently. We also appreciated its classic design and found it easy to adjust between the six grind settings. It also has a comfortable grip thanks to its round wooden top and curved body.

Shun Multi-Purpose Shears

Kitchen shears should be able to do a little bit of everything, and the Shun multi-purpose shears deliver. They can spatchcock a chicken, snip herbs, and come apart for easy cleaning. You can grab them for 20% off.

Mercer Culinary Genesis 8-Inch Chef’s Knife

Chef’s knives can be an investment, but our budget pick from Mercer Culinary delivers an impressively sharp edge at an affordable price. It’s a great option for burgeoning culinary enthusiasts or lifelong cooks who want a knife for heavy, everyday use. Now, it’s even cheaper at 34% off.

Hayate Yoshihiro Cutting Board

If you’re especially keen on keeping your blades in pristine condition (aren’t we all?), we recommend the Hayate Yoshihiro cutting board, which feels like cutting on wood yet is gentle on knives. Cut right to the chase with a 27% discount on this cutting board. 

Knife Dock Knife Drawer Organizer

We believe in caring for our knives, and this Knife Dock organizer that’s 25% off has been one of our favorite ways to store knives for years. Its cork lining protects the blades, and you can fit quite a few knives into the organizer thanks to its thin dividers. 

Pipishell Bamboo Expandable Drawer Organizer

As people who deeply care about pantry storage and kitchen organization, we were excited to see our favorite drawer organizer, the Pipishell bamboo drawer organizer, on sale for 45% off. Once expanded, it can fit extra-long or bulky tools like whisks and ladles. Plus, it’s waterproof.

Schott Zwiesel Universal Stemless Wine Glasses, Set of 6

These all-purpose stemless wine glasses are sturdy, elegant, and on sale for 25% off. Sipping from it is smooth and the narrow opening was just right to capture a wine’s aroma.

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers

The Rubbermaid Brilliance pantry food storage containers are airtight and see-through for easy organization. They also fit into the pantry without the need for any complicated maneuvers. Save 20% on a set of four.

FAQs

When is Labor Day?

Labor Day falls on September 2nd this year.

How long do Labor Day weekend sales last?

Labor Day weekend sales typically last through September 2nd, but you can often find deals before and after the holiday. We’ll keep this document updated with new and changing deals.

Why We’re the Experts

• An Uong is a commerce writer for Serious Eats and Food & Wine.
• An has tested kitchen equipment for Serious Eats for nearly two years, having reviewed citrus juicers, potato peelers, and other tools and gadgets.
• An loves a good deal, and she’s always tracking her wishlist items to grab them on sale.