Black Friday 2026 is on Friday, 27 November 2026. Cyber Monday follows on Monday, 30 November. Many shops start their Black Friday deals days or even weeks earlier, so the smart move is to plan now. This guide gives you the key dates, shows you how to tell a real discount from a fake one, and explains why renting tech is a smart way to shop Black Friday.
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday is always the day after US Thanksgiving, which falls on the fourth Thursday of November. In 2026, that makes it Friday, 27 November .
Wed, 11 Nov 2026: Event: Singles Day · What to expect: First big online sale; a good price check for later
Mon, 23 Nov 2026: Event: Typical start of Black Week · What to expect: Most large retailers run deals all week
Fri, 27 Nov 2026: Event: Black Friday · What to expect: Peak day; best-sellers can sell out
Mon, 30 Nov 2026: Event: Cyber Monday · What to expect: Last round of online deals
Grover's Black Friday deals start in early November, well before Black Friday itself. See all current offers on our Black Friday page.
Black Friday, Black Week and Cyber Monday: what's the difference?
Black Friday is one day, 27 November, but most deals now run longer.
Black Week is the full week around Black Friday. Many shops use it to spread out demand.
Cyber Monday (30 November) started as an online-only deals day. Today it is the last day of most campaigns.
For you, this means you don't need to stay up at midnight. Know what you want, and check the price over several days.
How to spot a real Black Friday deal
Not every red price tag is a bargain. Use these checks before you hit "buy" or "rent":
Compare with the street price, not the RRP.
A "50% off" claim often uses an old recommended price that nobody pays.
Check the price history.
Price comparison sites show whether the price was lower a few weeks ago.
Watch out for "Black Friday models".
Some TVs and laptops are special versions with weaker specs.
Count the total cost.
Add shipping, accessories and protection plans. A cheap device with a costly repair is not cheap.
Make a wishlist now.
Save the devices you want, so you can act quickly when the deal goes live.
Why rent on Black Friday?
A Black Friday discount lowers the price once. Renting changes how you pay for tech for the whole time you use it. That's why Black Friday and renting go well together:
No big bill before Christmas: pay a small monthly price instead of €500 or more at once.
Try new tech first: test a foldable, a VR headset or a new console, and send it back after the minimum rental period if it isn't for you.
Upgrade when the next model comes out: no need to sell your old device first.
Protected from day one: Grover Care Plus covers most repair costs for damage.
Made for the holidays: rent a console or projector for the festive weeks and keep it only as long as you use it.
Less e-waste: every Grover device is checked, refurbished and rented again.
Black Friday deals make renting even easier on the wallet. Example: the Nintendo Switch 2 is listed from €24.99 per month on Grover at the time of writing (the price depends on the rental period), while the console's recommended price is around €500.
Which tech is worth it on Black Friday?
These categories usually see the biggest price moves:
Gaming: PS5, Nintendo Switch 2 and handheld consoles, just in time for holiday gaming.
Smartphones: the latest iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models, including foldables.
Smart home: robot vacuums and coffee machines.
TVs and projectors: big screens for the winter; see TVs & projectors.
Audio: headphones are a classic Black Friday buy.
Your Black Friday checklist
Note the dates: Black Friday 27 Nov, Cyber Monday 30 Nov 2026
Make a wishlist with 3 to 5 devices
Write down today's prices to compare
Create your Grover account in advance
Sign up for deal alerts on the Black Friday page
FAQ
When is Black Friday 2026? Black Friday 2026 is on Friday, 27 November 2026.
When is Cyber Monday 2026? Cyber Monday 2026 is on Monday, 30 November 2026.
When does Black Week 2026 start? It depends on the shop. Many retailers start on Monday, 23 November, and some start earlier in November.
Does Grover have Black Friday deals? Yes. Grover runs Black Friday deals on rentals across categories such as smartphones, gaming, laptops and smart home. You find all current offers on the Black Friday page.
Can I combine Black Friday deals with a voucher? Black Friday prices are already reduced. Check the conditions of your voucher at checkout.
Why rent tech on Black Friday? You avoid a big upfront payment, can try a device before you commit, and get Grover Care protection. With Grover's Black Friday deals, the monthly price is lower too.