There are a lot of fake Prime Day deals out there, and you don’t want to get scammed. Here are some tips to help you avoid getting taken:

  1. Check the seller’s ratings and reviews. Look for people who have given the product positive feedback, as this is a good sign that the deal is legitimate.
  2. Compare prices online before making a purchase. Make sure that the price of the product you’re considering is lower on other websites before buying it on Prime Day.
  3. Don’t pay for shipping or handling fees. Many of these scams involve charging extra for shipping or handling, which can add up quickly.
  4. Be suspicious of deals that require you to make a large purchase in order to qualify for the discount. These deals may not be worth your time if they require you to spend more than you’re comfortable spending on Prime Day products. ..

It’s very easy to get swept up in Prime Day and buy things you don’t need for the sole reason of it being a “great deal.” Retailers are well aware of that fact and will use it at every turn. The trick is to find out which deals are truly great and which ones are hiding behind the “deal” label.

Check the Price History

Let’s say an item is marked down from $50 to $25. That seems like a great deal—50% off is nothing to scoff at. The catch is the item only cost $30 last week; it was artificially inflated so it could be marked down to a greater degree. In some cases, the item may have even been cheaper not long ago.

Who is Selling it?

If the item is not being sold by a trusted seller, you could end up with something that doesn’t match the description. Maybe you received a refurbished product instead of a brand new one. And if the seller doesn’t have a good return policy, you’re out of luck.

Look for Fake Reviews

Why is that food processor discounted so deeply? It has thousands of reviews and over a four-star rating. Can it really be that sweet of a deal? Maybe it is, maybe it isn’t. The reviews can often help you figure that out.

Sellers can incentivize buyers to leave dishonest reviews. Gifts cards for five-star reviews, paying them to purchase the product so they still appear as a “Verified Buyer,” and asking people to update reviews for gifts are all common tactics.