Amazon's early Prime Day deals include Black Friday favorites – Ring, Nespresso, and cheap TVs from $18

While Black Friday may seem like eons away, Amazon's October Prime Day sale, scheduled for next week, is kicking off the holiday shopping season. The retailer has released early deals in the lead-up to the two-day event, and while browsing today's offers, I felt like Black Friday had already arrived.

• Shop Amazon's full early sale

The retailer has discounts on holiday best-sellers, featuring over 50% in savings from brands like Nespresso, Bissell, Ninja, Shark, and Amazon's own popular smart home gadgets. The same products that appear on Black Friday's best-seller lists are on sale today with staggering discounts that you typically don't see at early sales.

I've listed my 15 favorite early Prime Day deals below, which include everything from cheap smart home gadgets to high-end vacuums and coffee makers, with prices starting at just $18. A few standout offers ...