Amazon Prime Day 2024: Best space gift deals almost over

Celestron Advanced VX 8 Edge HD: was $2799.00, now $2349 from Adorama. 

Save $450 — which is significant for an instrument that usually costs over $2500. It's meant for serious astronomers (or those who don't need to worry about money!), but we're not going to sniff at a $450 saving.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Motorized Telescope Was $1599 now $1299.99 on Amazon.

Save $300 on the best motorized telescope we rated 4.5/5 stars in our NexStar 8SE review. It features an eight-inch aperture, a useful magnification of up to 180x, an easy-to-operate hand controller and stunning optics, perfect for almost any night sky object.

Editor's note July 16: You have to apply the $200 coupon to achieve this deal. We're seeing NexStar prices fluctuating by $100 or so, so make sure it's the price we're stating above before clicking 'buy now'.

Celestron Advanced VX 8 Edge HD: was $2799.00, now $2349 from Adorama. 

Save 16% A significant saving or an instrument that usually costs over $2500. It's meant for serious astronomers (or those who don't need to worry about money!), but we're not going to sniff at a $450 saving.

Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope was $395.95 now $297.64 from Amazon. 

Save $80 on a budget-friendly beginner telescope that offers good lunar and planetary views thanks to a 4-inch / 100 mm aperture and a 660mm focal length. Get started straight away because it ships with an in-built red flashlight, smartphone mount, steel tripod, fold-up accessory tray, finderscope, eyepieces and more.

Unistellar Odyssey: was $2,499.99 now $1799 from Best Buy

Save $700 on the latest and cheapest smart telescope from Unistellar. This telescope deal is currently cheaper than Amazon Prime Day. Automatically slew to and image over 5000 celestial objects, including 37 million stars. Our review is imminent on this telescope and we think it's a solid purchase, especially at this reduced price.

Celestron NexStar 6SE telescope: Was $1099, now $979.99 at Amazon

Save $220 on the 150mm aperture, 1500mm focal length, and Celestron's excellent build quality makes this telescope one of the best on the market. The tracking system is reliable and accurate, and this is an excellent price.

Editor's note July 16: We're seeing NexStar prices fluctuating by $100 or so, so make sure it's the price we're stating above before clicking 'buy now'.

Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ: was $479.95 now $399.95 on Amazon.

Save almost $100 on the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130 with this discount and an additional $20 off coupon. It is an exquisite telescope for the beginner — whether they wish to get some assistance with navigating the night sky with the downloadable StarSense App or simply content with using the red-dot finder for star-hopping. 

Celestron 70mm Travel Scope DX: was $109.95, now $98.19 on Amazon

Save 10% on this bundle from Celestron and give a budding astronomer everything they need to get up and running. A good quality instrument and useful accessories will make skywatching fun for anyone new to the hobby.

Editor's note July 15: Grab the additional $15 off coupon for additional savings before checkout.

Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ was $349.95 now $299 at Amazon. 

Save over $80 on the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ on Amazon Prime Day, a great scope for beginners that is still pretty powerful. You can easily see Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons and a whole array of deep-space objects.

Editor's note July 15: The $30 coupon at checkout is no longer available and the price has increased to $299 from $269, but we're expecting this to drop on Tuesday 16.

Nikon Prostaff P3 10x42: was $149.95, now $96.95 from Amazon. 

Save 35% on the generalist Nikon Prostaff P3 10x42 binoculars. Suitable for wide-field stargazing and good for daytime use, we reviewed the 8x42 variant and were impressed with its optical quality, even at full price.

Celestron SkyMaster 25x100: was $499.95 now $409.95 at Amazon. 

Save 18% on these mammoth binoculars. Once you have them secured on a tripod they will give you decades of incredible stereoscopic star-hopping.

Editor's note July 15: Additional $30 coupon for an even bigger saving still available today.

Celestron Nature DX 12x56: was $269.95 now $193.89 on Amazon

Save $76 on the Celestron Nature DX 12x56 binoculars which gives you 28% off when you apply the $15 coupon. A 12x magnification and larger 56mm objective lenses are suitable for stargazing and wildlife observation.

Vortex Optics Crossfire HD 10x50: was $259.99 now $159.94 on Amazon

Save 42% on these waterproof, fog-proof, and durable binoculars, which are suitable for a range of uses, including stargazing.

Occer 12x25 was $35.99 now $35.99 at Amazon. 

Save 16% on these compact, kid-friendly binoculars at Amazon. Don't believe the inflated $59.99 price listing which was listed for just one day on July 5-6. For the price, we can't complain, and they gave us good views of the moon in our review.

Editor's note July 15: Price increase from $30.59 to $35.99 today but you can still grab a further 30% off with the coupon before checkout. We're expecting this price to drop Tuesday 16.

Celestron SkyMaster Pro 15x70: was $259.95, now $209.95 at Amazon. 

Save 19% on these top-rated binoculars which our expert reviewers called 'the best for moon views'. They're brilliant for stargazing thanks to their impressive magnification, and at their current price, we think they offer great value.

Editor's note July 15: Price up by $30 but we're expecting this to drop Tuesday 16.

Nikon Action EX 12x50: was $199.95, now $176.95 at Amazon. 

Save over 20$ on these rugged, durable binoculars from Nikon this Prime Day. We've rated the best for reliability in our binoculars guide as they are waterproof, fogproof and shockproof, perfect for taking out on adventures in all terrains.

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera was $3,899 now $2,899 on Amazon. 

Save $1,000 and get Amazon's lowest-ever price on what we think is Canon's best-ever camera, which is saying something. It features 8K video capabilities and a 45MP sensor combined with a top-of-the-range autofocus system. You can argue that the specs go over the top a little, but this is a top deal on a top camera.

Editor's note July 17: £385 off in the UK, Only 2 left in stock. Adorama has this same US deal too at $2,899

Nikon D850: was $2,996.95, now $2,196.95 on B&H Photo. 

Save $800 on what we think is the best DSLR for shooting videos and photos in low-light. While most people are switching over to mirrorless cameras, the D850 delivers fantastic image resolution without breaking the bank.

Editor's note July 15: Save a further $317 if you opt for a renewed D850 on Amazon.

Nikon Z6 II was $1996.95 now $1,596.95 at Amazon 

Save 20% on the Nikon Z6 II at Amazon — this impressive intermediate camera captures 24.5MP still images and 4K video recording, plus can shoot a whopping 15 minutes for long exposures — great news for astrophotographers!

Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera With Lens Kit: was $2297.99, now $1497.99 on Amazon.

Save $600 and get Amazon's lowest price on a camera that excels in both photo and video capturing. 4K 60p, 10-bit video and up to 180FPS slow-motion shooting abilities are the stand-out specs and this comes with a lens kit.

Panasonic Lumix G100: was $747.99, now $597.99 on B&H Photo. 

Save $150 on this fantastic mirrorless camera from Panasonic. It's a great choice for beginners, but we rated it particularly highly for content creators who want to upgrade from their smartphone. It has a 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds sensor and comes with a 12x32mm lens. 

Nikon Z7 II: was $2,996.95, now $2,296.95 on Amazon. 

Save a massive $700 on one of the best cameras for low-light photography. This full-frame mirrorless camera from Nikon is a great all-rounder, but it shines when shooting at night thanks to its low levels of noise in high ISO shots and its handy exposure preview feature.

Editor's note July 15: Only 1 left in stock but B&H has the same deal.

Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM: was $2,799 now $2,499 at Amazon.

Save $300 on this what we think is the best Canon telephoto zoom lens. It delivers incredible image quality, sharpness and contrast and although it's not our top pick for deep-sky photography, at this price, we think it's a great deal.

Editor's note July 15: Only 2 left in stock but Best Buy has the same deal.

Astronaut Galaxy Star Projector: was $34.99, now $17.99 at Amazon. 

Save 48%. Often retailing at around $34.99, we always recommend not to buy this over $30 or so. So this $17.99 deal price is a bargain! This may drop further on Prime Day, but it's already a great price for a great product.

Pococo Galaxy star projector: was $99.99, now $79.99 on Amazon 

Save 44% on what we've named one of the best star projectors galaxy star projectors thanks to its rechargeable battery.

The Black Series Darth Vader Force FX Elite Electronic Lightsaber was $278.99 now $229.99 on Amazon.

Save a huge 34% on this Star Wars The Black Series lightsaber which we rate as the best out there at the moment. We reviewed this Darth Vader Force FX Elite lightsaber and found that it looks amazing, has the best-in-class effects and is great to display and use. 

STAR WARS The Black Series Mandalorian Darksaber Force FX Elite Lightsaber was $278.99 now $225 on Amazon.

Save over $50 on the best Darksaber on the market and what is possibly the most unique lightsaber out there. If you're a fan of the Mandalorian, you'll want this as it's a stand-out from the series and it features advanced sound and lighting features.

DJI Mini 4K was $299 now $239 from Amazon. 

Save $60 on this brilliant DJI Mini 4K camera drone. Not only does it deliver excellent 4K video and snaps, its GPS and return-to-home features ensure that you don't have to worry about your investment going awol. It punches well above its weight, especially at this price, and we think it's one of the best beginner drones you can buy. 

DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo was $589, now $495 on Amazon. 

Save nearly $100 on one of the best beginner drones currently available. We also rate it as one of the best drones after reviewing the DJI Mini 3. It offers a more affordable price point, excellent image quality and it's sub 250g, so you don't have to worry about regulations when flying. 

Holy Stone HS720G Drone was $2999.99 now $229.99 on Amazon. 

Save $70 with the coupon applied on the retail price of this Holy Stone HS720G drone. It has a 4K camera, GPS, automatic take-off, 5G Wi-Fi transmission, smart return to home, altitude hold, and more.

Battery life runs up to 26 minutes which is about par for a drone of this caliber. Plus, its suite of features should ensure it doesn't get lost.

Editor's note July 12: Be mindful that we have seen this go as low as $209.99 before.

Holy Stone HS175D was $249.99 now $159.99 on Amazon. 

Save more than 26% on this Holy Stone drone. It features GPS, GPS-assisted flight, altitude hold, a 4K camera, and much more when applying the $10 coupon ontop of the 26% discount.

The main difference between this and the HS720G is that this doesn't have 5G Wi-Fi transmission, but if you don't specifically need that, then this is a great deal. Also, while this has a 23 minute battery life, it comes with two batteries.

Editor's note July 15: We have seen this go as low as $118.99 before.

Holy Stone HS720: was $249.99 now $150.99 from Amazon (with applied coupon). 

Save $99 on a clever 4K camera drone that comes with plenty of additional accessories to help even a drone newcomer get started.

RADCLO Mini Drone with Camera was $169.99, now $45 on Amazon. 

Save over 71% on this foldable drone from RADCLO, plus get a further 10% off with the coupon applied.

While we've not reviewed this model, it's rated 4.3 stars on Amazon from 562 ratings, and it comes with fantastic features such as auto-follow, gravity control and stable hover. It also has a 1080p image and video adjustable camera for shooting amazing views. 

LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon Set was $169.99 now $135.99 from Amazon. 

Save $34 on this mid-sized Lego Millennium Falcon set. It's a fantastic recreation of one of sci-fi's most iconic ships, inside and out. It comes with 5 minifigures and at 17-inches long it's not so big you'll need to clear an entire table. We think it's one of the best Lego Star wars sets you can buy.

LEGO Marvel Nano Gauntlet building set: was $69.99 now $48.99 from Amazon. 

Save $21 on this fantastic 12-inch tall Lego model of Iron Man Tony Stark's Nano Gauntlet from Avengers: Endgame. If you're a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe it's a perfect display piece and at $21 off you've no excuse not to snap this up.

LEGO Star Wars Mandalorian Fang Fighter vs. TIE Interceptor was $99.99 now $79.99 on Amazon.

Save 20% on a lego set that features two buildable models and comes with three minifigures for plenty of playability. It comes with nearly 1000 pieces and is suitable for anyone aged nine and above. It's ideal for fans of The Mandalorian.

Lego Star Wars The Mandalorian Helmet was $69.99 now $55.99 on Amazon.

Save 20% on an iconic build that showcases the Mandalorian's helmet. It features 584 pieces and comes with a display stand and plaque. 

Lego Star Wars Moon Of Endor Chase Diorama was $79.99 now $63.68 on Amazon.

Save 20% on a Lego diorama of one of the many iconic scenes from the original trilogy. It features over 600 pieces, is suited to adult builders and showcases Luke and Leia, two speeder bikes and a Scout Trooper on the Forest Moon of Endor. 

Lego Tales of the Space Age was $69.99 now $39.99 on Amazon.

Save over 40% on one of the best Lego space sets on the market (in our opinion). It features 688 pieces and showcases a vibrant stage of outer space artwork.

Lego Creator 3-in-1 Astronaut was $54.99 now $43 on Amazon.

Save 22% on an excellent set for budding astronauts and young Lego enthusiasts. It's a simple build, you can create an astronaut, a ship or a space dog and it comes with 647 pieces.

Lego Marvel Rocket and Baby Groot was $59.99 now $46 on Amazon. 

Save 23% on a Lego set best suited for young fans of Marvel and Lego. It features 566 pieces and you can build a detailed set of Rocket and it comes with a minifigure of Baby Groot too.

Lego Star Wars Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter $29.99 $23.99 at Amazon

Grab 20% off this great little playset of Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter. Made up of 282 pieces, it's ideal for younger builders, and comes with minifigs of Obi-Wan, R4-P17 and Taun We.

Lego Star Wars The Mandalorian's N-1 Starfighter $60 $47.99 at Walmart

Save 20% on this model of Mando's newest ship, the N-1 Starfighter. It comes with two minifigs: The Mandalorian and Peli Motto. And of course there's a little Grogu in there, too.

LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett’s Throne Room $99.99 $79.99 at Amazon
Save 20% on this set that allows you to create Boba Fett's Throne Room as seen in The Book of Boba Fett, and comes with seven minifigures. 

R2-D2 Tamagotchi Nano was $19.99 now $7.49.

Save 63% on a cute R2-D2 hologram toy for kids. There's skills and games for R2 to unlock and enjoy but be attentive, as Jawas may come for him!

Note: The before price seems a little high but the price to pay is a very good one.

Funko Pop! The Mandalorian: The Armorer was $12.99 now $7.99.

Save 38% on a cute yet cool-looking collectible of a pivotal character from the iconic series, The Mandalorian. If you want to save big on your next addition to your bounty, this is the way.

Note: We like this deal as there are a few Funko Pop! Discounts this Amazon Prime Day, but the 'before price' hasn't been spiked on this one.

Stark Trek: The Original Series: The Complete Series DVD and Blu-Ray was $61.99 now $34.49.

Save 44% and enjoy a 25-disc extravaganza of Star Trek: The Original Series. All 79 original episodes feature - remastered - as well as over seven hours of special features. 

Note: The before price seems a little steep but the price to pay is a good one, the Blu-Ray version is also heavily discounted.

Star Trek: The Kelvin Timeline Blu-Ray and Digital was $19.99 now $12.99.

Save 35% on a three-movie set of the Kelvin Timeline movies. Enjoy it in Blu-Ray and digital and save big in the process.

Note: You also have the option of getting the 4K version, which is also discounted for Prime Day.

Star Wars: Imperial Assault: was $109.99 now $82.49 on Amazon.

Save 25% on this sizable board game that features over 200 cards to ensure it can be enjoyed over and over again. Players must pit their wits against each other to control either rebel groups of Stormtroopers and the Empire's forces in skirmish missions.

Star Wars: Rebellion: was $109.99 now $82.49 on Amazon.

Save 25% on a board game that incorporates more stealth than most. It features two game boards as well as 150 miniatures so that players plot against each other to decide the fate of the galaxy. Suitable for four players age 14 and up.

The Search For Planet X was $44.99 now $35.99 on Amazon. 

Save 20% on a board game that's suitable for 1-4 players, has an accompanying app and players take on the role of astronomers in a real scientific investigation. 

Cosmic Encounter Board Game was $69.99 now $49.99 on Amazon. 

Save 29% on an excellent space board game that allows players to build empires, fight against one another or build alliances to control the cosmos. It includes cards, counters and game pieces. 

ISS Vanguard Board Game was $159 now $118.99 on Amazon. 

Save 25% on another great space board game. In ISS Vanguard, players lead human intergalactic exploration missions in cooperation with each other. It includes cards, dice and miniatures. 

Twilight Imperium Board Game was $131.99 now $98.99 on Amazon. 

Save 25% on another top space board game. In Twilight Imperium, players take command of one faction and compete for dominance through trade, politics and warfare. This game typically takes longer than the others on offer. 

Starship Die Cast Rocket Model: now $47.99 on Amazon. 

Standing at 13.77 inches (35 cm), this is a 1:375 ratio of SpaceX's Starship as a desktop rocket model. The materials here are alloy steel and it weighs just 225g.

Editor's note July 15: This is currently Amazon's lowest-ever price.

Star Trek 10-movie Stardate collection Blu-Ray was $55.99 now $42.49 on Amazon. 

Save 24% on this 10-movie Blu-Ray collection. It features the first 10 Star Trek movies from 'The Motion Picture' right through to 'Nemesis.'

Paramount Plus with Showtime was $10 now $5 for your first month from Sling.

Save 50% on your first month of Paramount Plus and stream franchises like Star Trek, Transformers, Halo and more.

AMC Plus was $8.99 now $5 for your first month from Sling.

Save nearly 45% on your first month of AMC Plus and watch shows like The Walking Dead, Being Human and more.

Meta Quest 3 128 GB VR Headset With Controllers was $499.99 now $429.99.

Save $70 on the best overall headset on the market. It offers performance, games and experiences and value for money. This option also comes with controllers. It sits at the top of our best VR headsets guide and you can check out our Meta Quest 3 review too.

HTC Vive Pro 2 VR Headset (Full System): was $1399 now $999. 

Save $400 on a VR headset that will deliver a superb virtual reality experience. 

The HTC Vive Pro 2 VR headset features 5K resolution (providing your PC is powerful enough), a pair of easy-use controllers and a 120-degree field of view. 

It's one of the most powerful headsets around, making our list of the best vr headsets. 

Note: This is Amazon's joint-lowest price and if you don't need the full system, the headset-only option is discounted too.