Why Amazon Prime Day is the best time to stock up on household essentials

The Amazon Prime Day sale is the best time to stock up on household essentials. As boring as that may sound, it’s the perfect opportunity to save cash on the things you really don’t want to be spending on.

We’ve seen some great discounts across dishwashing tablets, toilet paper, laundry detergent, and more.

To take advantage of all the great savings, just make sure you’ve got an Amazon Prime account. You can trial for 30 days and sign up here if needed.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at the time of publishing.

Finish Ultimate Dishwashing Tablets Lemon 70 Pack, was $68, now $30.40

Save 55% here

Stock up on all-in-one dishwasher tabs that cut through grease, stains, and residue, all with a refreshing lemon scent. With their fast-dissolving technology, the tablets are effective even in short, eco washes. 

Finish Dishwashing Rinse Aid, Regular Liquid, 500mL (Pack of 6), was $78, now $35

Save 55% here

Keep your glassware, cookware, and cutlery sparkling clean with this rinse aid from Finish. 

Viva Paper Towels 12 Count (4x3 Rolls), was $26, now $11.99

Save 54% here

Paper towels are always one of those things that we just seem to run out of when we need them most. Make sure you never go without with this massive discount. 

Earthwise Sensitive Laundry Washing Detergent Liquid 2L, was $20, now $9.50

Save 53% here

Make laundry a breeze with this eco-friendly, plant-powered laundry detergent, that is perfect for those with sensitive skin or allergies. This unscented formula is fragrance-free, and without dyes, optical brightener, or phosphate. 

Cenovis Sugarless Vitamin C 500mg Chewable Tablets, was $33.99, now $16.14

Save 53% here

Stock up your bathroom cabinet with these orange-flavoured supplements, designed to support your immune system and help with cold and flu-like symptoms. 

Vanish Napisan Gold Pro Turbo Oxi Action Stain Remover Powder 2kg, was $36, now $18.05

Save 50% here

Say goodbye to stains and odours and revitalise your whites with this stain remover powder from Vanish. 

Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Soft Drink Multipack Cans 20 x 375 ml, was $41, now $20

Save 51% here

There’s never been a better time to load up on your favourite multipacks of drinks. 

Duracell Coppertop Alkaline AA, 20 Pack Batteries, was $27, now $14.25

Save 48% here

Batteries are one of those things that you always have when you don’t need them, but never have when you do need them. If ever you need to change the batteries in your TV remote, gaming controller, flashlights, toys, and more, make sure you have some to hand. 

Felix Sensations Wet Cat Food Fish Selection Jellies 60x85g, was $72.50, now $40.37

Save 44% here

Pet food always feels like a criminally expensive purchase, so make sure to take advantage of the Amazon sales to secure a discount. 

Huggies Skin Protect Infant Nappies Size 2 (4-8kg) 192 Count, was $72.40, now $54.99

Save 24% here

We all know kids are expensive. Take the edge off nappies and more with these deals. 

Quilton 3-Ply Double Length Toilet Tissue 20 pack, was $29.95, now $21.85

Save 27% here

Because you can never have too much toilet paper. 

Amazon Basics Silicone, Non-Stick, Food Safe Baking Mat - Pack of 2, was $21.90, now $17.52

Save 20% here

These are reusable, non-stick surfaces for baking and roasting, which sit in your pans to make cooking easier and more streamlined. 

READ MORE: Your A-Z guide to navigating the 2026 Amazon Prime Day sales