What to expect from Kohl's 2021 Black Friday deals, plus how to use Kohl's Cash

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• Black Friday arrives on November 26. We'll update this post as Kohl's deals become available.
• In past years, Kohl's offered Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on vacuums, kitchenware, video games, smart speakers, and more.
• We'll also track Black Friday deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, The Home Depot, Nordstrom, and more stores.

Last year, Kohl's Black Friday sale ran from November 22 through November 27, and we expect to see deals similarly start early this year. If you frequently shop at Kohl's and are part of the rewards program, this store should be your

first Black Friday stop. Last year, shoppers could use their Kohl's cash to save even more on deals, as well as accumulate additional rewards.

Kohl's Black Friday deals often include lots of tech, vacuums, small appliances, toys, and more. The discounts are usually just as good as other big-box retailers, which comes in handy if stock runs out at other stores.

The best early Black Friday deals from Kohl's

When does Kohl's Black Friday sale start?

Black Friday 2021 is November 26 and Cyber Monday is November 29, but many retailers start their sales earlier. We expect Kohl's to start running deals about a week before Black Friday.

What should I buy from Kohl's on Black Friday?

Last year, Kohls had great deals on smart speakers, fitness trackers, kitchen appliances, and even an Xbox bundle. This year, expect to find similar deals on vacuums, cookware, pajamas, air fryers, and more.

How do we select the best deals at Kohl's?

• The products we choose must meet our coverage standards and come from brands we've tested and trust.
• We compare the prices against Amazon, Target, Walmart, and other retailers. The deals we include are the same or better (not including promotional discounts from using certain credit cards).
• We consider products' price histories to evaluate how significant the savings are.

You can read more about how we vet deals at Insider Reviews here.

Should I enroll in Kohl's Rewards?

Kohl's Rewards replaced Yes2You Rewards last year. The free program gives members 5% Kohl's Cash every day (not just during promotional events) on all purchases, as well as additional rewards, like a birthday gift.

Any Kohl's Cash received through the rewards program will be available on the first day of the following month and must be used within 30 days. So, if you earn a lot on Black Friday, it should be available on December 1. If you think you'll be shopping at Kohl's again before Christmas, it might be worthwhile to take advantage of the extra Kohl's Cash savings.

What is Kohl's cash?

Even if you're not a Kohl's Rewards member, you'll still get $10 of Kohl's Cash for every $50 you spend during promotional periods. You can then use that Kohl's Cash like a coupon on future purchases.

If you make purchases in-store, you'll receive a coupon for your Kohl's Cash. If you buy online, Kohl's will send an email with your Kohl's Cash. Pay attention to expiration dates, because Kohl's Cash doesn't last forever. Also, keep in mind that there's a limit to how much Kohl's Cash you can earn: $1,500 on a single purchase.

Can I order online and pick up in a Kohl's store?

Kohl's stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day 2021. Due to the pandemic, Kohl's will continue offering curbside pickup in 2021. Many products are available for purchase online, and you can have it delivered to your car two hours later.

How does Kohl's compare to other stores on Black Friday?

Like Best Buy, Kohl's will likely have lots of tech deals. The retailer also sells cookware, vacuums, clothes, toys, and home goods that will also be on sale, similar to Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Often, these stores will all offer very similar deals on the same products, so if you have your eye on something that goes out of stock, you may still find it at a competitor.

Kohl's does sometimes win out over other stores' deals because of Kohl's Cash, but that's really only a draw if you plan on shopping there again before the end of 2021.