On the 2nd of December 2024, thousands of electronics, furniture, clothing, travel and technology retailers will slash prices across countless products to mark Cyber Monday.
In general, it’s a good idea to use Cyber Monday as an opportunity to purchase something specific – the sheer scale of the event means that many high-demand goods and services that are almost never on sale, such as Apple Products, new smartphones and even flights, will be available for less.The drawback of such a massive sales event is that it can be overwhelming and easy to end up with buyer’s regret. It’s highly recommended to study the fine print before making any purchase during Cyber Monday 2024, as returns on sale-price purchases differ from store to store.
This Cyber Monday, BetterRoaming are also taking part. Between November 29 and December 2, claim 20% off all BetterRoaming travel eSIM plans with the code BLCK-FRI20. Best of all, this promo can be ordered and enjoyed online – so no need to brave the crowds or spend hours looking for a parking spot.
When is Cyber Monday 2024?
Cyber Monday is the last day of the Black Friday Sales weekend, which traditionally marks the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. Cyber Monday 2024 will be on the 2nd of December.
Black Friday weekend begins the day after Thanksgiving in late November. While this means it falls on a different date every year, it allows businesses to profit from the increased number of weekend shoppers. Black Friday sales usually last from the Friday morning to midnight on Cyber Monday, though these dates will vary from store to store.
How Long Will the Cyber Monday 2024 Sales Last?
Cyber Monday, as the name suggests, used to be a digital-only event where brands would announce online deals after the in-person rush of Black Friday weekend. It marked the ending of the sales period before prices rose again during the busy December shopping window. Cyber Monday sales would therefore end on closing time on Monday (or at midnight for online shoppers).
As competition between retailers increases every holiday season, more and more businesses are extending their Cyber Monday sales days and even weeks before and after the Black Friday weekend. It’s not uncommon for brands to host Cyber Week sales, where the Cyber Monday discounts continue for a full seven days.
The event is steadily growing in popularity - 1 in 4 Americans made an online purchase during the Black Friday 2023 weekend. Vendors will usually extend their November sales over the entire period from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, though some will announce new, further discounts on the Monday. ‘Cyber Week’, seven days of further sales immediately after Cyber Monday, has become a recent custom among e-commerce sites.
Are Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales the Same?
Black Friday dates back to the 1980s when department stores began to offer sales on what was already one of the busiest shopping days of the year, hoping to further profit from rushed holiday shoppers and offload as much stock as possible. It has since ballooned into a worldwide phenomenon, breaking online and offline shopping records. Cyber Monday was conceived as a way for online marketplaces in the US to profit from this boom, offering digital-only deals to crowds of exhausted post-thanksgiving shoppers. Now, both days have become essential shopping dates in both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar shops.
While they have different origins, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are now usually part of the same sales weekend, collectively known as Black Friday Weekend.
Cyber Monday Flight Deals
In part due to its name, Cyber Monday is often associated with sales of consumer tech and household appliances. In reality, Cyber Monday events can be found across multiple industries, from home furnishings to fashion and even food. Some of the most valuable Cyber Monday discounts are on flight tickets. Select airlines will run sales over Black Friday and Cyber Monday, offering rock-bottom prices on selected routes, usually during the less busy off-season of January-March.
Add to any savings on flights during Cyber Monday with a discounted travel eSIM from BetterRoaming. During Black Friday weekend, BetterRoaming travel data plans are 20% off with the code BLCK-FRI20.
These plans can be purchased on Cyber Monday, and then activated whenever needed – ideally during a holiday also booked on Cyber Monday.
Related: The Best Days to Fly On
Travel Tuesday
This week of sales continues on Travel Tuesday – the day after Cyber Monday. The popular perception of Cyber Monday is a focus on tech and electronics – Travel Tuesday in an effort from airlines, hotels and holiday companies to occupy their own niche during the sales season.
A relatively new concept, Travel Tuesday began among a group of US-based airlines in the 2020s. Its success has seen it grow to other markets. 2024 is set to see Travel Tuesday sales from international companies like Ryanair, Expedia and the Marriott Hotel group.
Where to Find the Best Apple Cyber Monday Deals
On Black Friday Weekend and Cyber Monday, Apple are including Apple gift cards with the purchase of selected products: for example, shoppers in the US who buy an Apple Watch SE on the Apple website or in-store will receive a $50 gift card towards any future purchases.
For discounted Apple products though, look to approved stockists like Best Buy (in the US), Argos (in the UK), or, even better, local phone and electronics shops. These are usually the best places to find Apple Cyber Monday deals. Mobile network providers like Verizon or Three also run offers on iPhones for Cyber Monday, though shoppers are recommended to do their research before committing to a multi-year phone contract on the strength of one Cyber Monday deal.
UK shoppers can take advantage the John Lewis Price Drop guarantee, which the department chain recently re-introduced. If one of their products is found at a lower price (including seasonal sales) in one of 25 other major retailers, they will refund the difference. While this may take some extra research, securing guaranteed savings on Cyber Monday can be worth it. Independent electronics shops should be the first port of call, as their personalised service and guarantees and quality assurance are usually more reliable than high-street chains.
Where to find the best 2024 Cyber Monday sales in the USA
Where to find the best 2024 Cyber Monday sales in the UK
Where to find the best 2024 Cyber Monday sales in Germany
Cyber Monday 2024 Apple Products to Watch Out For
The number of concurrent sales on Cyber Monday can be overwhelming. The upside is that there’s a high likelihood of finding a good deal on a specific product. It also means items that aren’t usually on sale due to their year-round demand, such as new smartphone models or Apple devices, will be available.
While stores are usually tight-lipped on their sales before November, certain products are expected to go on sale during the Black Friday Weekend. There are three Apple Products in particular to look for on Cyber Monday 2024:
Apple iPhone 15
Apple AirPods 3
Apple Watch Series 9
Why these three? Last month, Apple officially discontinued all three models and announced their replacements during the Glowtime launch event. The respective successors, the iPhone 16, AirPods 4 and Apple Watch Series 10, are all now publically available. While Apple themselves don’t typically offer any Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals, third-party retailers like Amazon, Currys or Best Buy will be rushing to cash in on the hype and shift their stock of now-discontinued Apple Products on Cyber Monday 2024.
The Cellular Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, SE and Ultra 2 models are all able to connect to mobile internet and make phone calls using a built-in eSIM. Make any Cyber Monday Apple Watch savings go further by adding an Apple Watch eSIM plan from BetterRoaming.
Apple Watch eSIM plans turn smartwatches into standalone mobile devices with cellular and internet connectivity. This makes them a great option as a mobile device for kids, older adults, or anyone who doesn't want or have access to an iPhone. As an official Apple Partner, BetterRoaming Apple Watch Plans are a secure, cost-effective way to add connectivity to a cellular smartwatch.
While the BLCK-FRI20 promo code only applies to smartphone eSIM data plans, Apple Watch users can instead use a BetterRoaming Apple Watch data package.
Try a 7-day trial for free, then select between monthly or yearly plans - yearly users can save up to 54%.
eSIM Cyber Monday Deals
This Black Friday 2024 weekend, from the 29th of November to the end of Cyber Monday, December 2nd, BetterRoaming travel data plans are 20% off.
These low-price data plans are a smart way to add further savings on top of any discounted electronics you purchase on Cyber Monday. And if you’re looking at buying cheap flights on Cyber Monday, a BetterRoaming travel data plan can be purchased this weekend for 20% off and activated whenever you travel, even if that’s weeks or months in the future.
Use the code BLCK-FRI20 with any BetterRoaming eSIM travel data plan to instantly enjoy 20% off
How to apply the BetterRoaming Cyber Monday (or Black Friday) promo code
Applying a promo code is quick and easy. All you need to do is scan a QR code to install your eSIM (it's free), then follow the onscreen instructions to enjoy 20% off travel data packages.
The code BLCK-FRI20 is valid during Black Friday Weekend 2024 (November 29 – December 2). Here’s how to apply it:
- 1
Scan the QR code
Unlock your phone and scan the QR code or select the option "Get Free eSIM" on the BetterRoaming homepage to install your free eSIM - 2
Activate the eSIM
Follow the onscreen instructions on your device - 3
Click the link in the SMS we send you
This will take you to your personal dashboard - 4
Select 'Vouchers'
Click on the 'Vouchers' option in your personal dashboard - 5
Enter the code BLCK-FRI20
Then click on 'redeem' - 6
Your discount is now displayed in the Roaming Plans section
Click here for more information and detailed instructions
