'Unmatched performance and versatility': Grab an Apple iPad for $249 — plus more big deals we found today

If you've been wanting an iPad, today's your day. Snap up the top-rated ninth-generation model for just $249. That's a solid $80 off, and we don't expect the price to dip lower. Sure, it's a few years old, but this powerful model holds up with primo features such as a 10.2-inch retina display, front and rear cameras, secure touch ID, all-day battery life and gorgeous graphics courtesy of the A13 Bionic chip. 

This fab tab has 55,000-plus five-star ratings. "Unmatched performance and versatility," raved one user. "[It's] a technological marvel that seamlessly combines power and versatility. ... I found ample space for my apps, files and multimedia without a hitch. The 12MP front and 8MP back cameras capture stunning photos and videos. ... Undeniably a powerhouse, setting the bar high for tablets in terms of performance, display quality and overall user experience."

Trick out an outlet with this do-it-all wall adapter. The surge-protected device turns two measly outlets into five outlets and four USB ports, no electrician needed. Our advice: Buy multiples while they're half off and hook up all your hot spots.

One grateful fan wrote, "I put this in my kitchen where everyone is plugging in and searching for the appropriate charging cable constantly. It is a great central charging station and will handle everyone's devices at once, all while leaving the wall plugs free! ... It's now a permanent fixture that definitely makes my home smarter and more efficient."

Don't miss this doozy of a deal on a Sam's Club annual membership: You can join for an unheard-of $14, down from $50. That's over 70% off and the lowest price we've seen! Stock up on all your household essentials at warehouse prices, get exclusive discounts on big-ticket items and gain access to loads of discounted services, from optometry to auto care. 

Read more about the perks of a Sam's Club membership (and why I couldn't resist this deal myself).

Get piles of crispy fries without piling on the fat with this extra-large air fryer — now down to a slim $70. And it's not just for sides, either: The popular 8-quart multitasker lets you make healthy meals without overheating your kitchen — a thoughtful Mother's Day gift, in our opinion! Plus you can watch as it air fries, bakes, roasts, broils, dehydrates and more through the peekaboo window. To clean up, simply toss the nonstick basket and tray into the dishwasher.

"This air fryer has saved me so much time," wrote one five-star reviewer. "With a simple tap, I cook my favorite foods. I love cooking salmon and making sweet potatoes. I also have made quick snacks like apple crisps with an easy tap. The spacious capacity is very convenient for me to cook for my whole family."

Some tasks are best left to robots, and vacuuming is one of them. Robovacs can reach places most standup vacs can't (under beds and sofas) and they don't complain about it. Luckily, we've spotted a popular one for just $70, and it boasts the same features as the big-name brands: powerful cleaning power for carpet and hard floors, auto-recharging, anti-bump tech, cliff-sensing, four cleaning modes and control via voice, app or remote.

"So glad I found this," wrote a grateful reviewer. "It was so easy to get started. I just plugged it in the wall and set the vacuum on top of the stand. The app took minutes to connect and it was vacuuming in no time. I thought my floors were clean until I saw everything that this vacuum cleaner picked up. The entire compartment was full. It went over all of my rugs and hard services without any trouble."

Not right for you? We have other suggestions. Check out the vacuums Yahoo staffers can't live without in 2024. 

If you've been looking for comfy, easy-wearing slip-ons without that Birkenstock price tag, don't miss this $30 find (down from $50). These top-selling sandals offer a cork footbed, vegan leather adjustable straps and loads of support. See all 20 colors in sizes 6 to 12, regular and wide.

"Better than Birks!" wrote one of 55,500 five-star fans. "These have so much more cushion than Birks and have good arch support also!"

Shop more of our favorite comfortable women's sandals.

Upgrade your bathroom this spring without shelling out for a reno with this $14 rain shower head (now nearly 55% off). This top-seller with 16,000-plus five-star ratings features 66 little nozzles to deliver high pressure without water waste. There are five modes to choose between, including mist, rain and massage. 

"What an amazing difference!" wrote one five-star fan. "The pressure is fantastic and the install was super easy. It is also very easy to change settings while showering. No work was needed to the head prior to install — I installed it as is. (Takes five minutes.) It comes with everything you need to install it: Teflon pipe tap, wrench, extra filter screen and even two shower caps!"

When someone as stunning and ageless as actress Salma Hayek shares a beauty tip, our ears perk up. Turns out, this $10 night cream contains her secret weapon skin care ingredient: Tepezcohuite. The bark and leaves of the Tepezcohuite tree (often referred to as the "Mexican skin tree") have long been used in traditional medicine, and the ingredient is the star of this face and body cream, along with vitamins A and E. We haven't seen the price drop this low in over a year!

One of some 4,000 five-star fans reported: "This cream is the best thing I’ve purchased in facial cream in 20 years. It is thick and a bit gritty, goes on really smooth. ... I have horrible rosacea and my skin is very sensitive but this lotion works wonders. My skin is softer, more even in tone, for the price, it can't be beat."

Suck the gunk out of the air before you breathe it with this majorly marked-down, large-capacity purifier. The 1,076-square-foot capacity machine features double inlets (front and rear) to catch pollen, dust, dander, odors and more. There are four speeds and three timer settings.

One "very happy" five-star fan wrote: "My family and I live in Louisville, Kentucky, a city ranked as one of the worst to live in for allergy sufferers. We have ours set to automatically monitor the air and change fan speed when needed. ... Most of the time we can't hear it running, but if we burn something on the stove, open windows or do anything that puts contaminants in the air, the fan will speed up and clean the air quickly. ... Over the years we've tried several purifiers ... but this has made the biggest improvement."

Dogs and cats shed, but that doesn't mean we have to live with fur rugs, fur pants and fur-niture. This No. 1 bestselling non-adhesive roller handily pulls pet hair away from any surface and into a chamber to be easily dumped later. No sticky paper to refill; just reuse it again and again. It's already marked down, but with the coupon code you can get it for just $24. That's the lowest price we've seen this year!

Now this part is bonkers: Over 137,000 fans have given this tool a perfect five-star rating. "Where has this been all my life," wrote one pleased shopper. "I have two cats ... It works so well — by just rolling it up and down as fast as you want, no hard pressure needed, and it’s easy to pull out the fur. It picks up fur I can’t even see, and is great on my microfiber couch, the cat furniture and beds, and carpets ... Since the ChomChom is great for my chronic pain and mobility issues, I especially appreciate it."