It’s time for Cyber Monday 2017 and the epic sales are under way for space fans! So, here’s a roundup of the best deals online for out-of-this-world gifts. We’ve scoured Amazon.com to find holiday discounts and deals on things like telescopes and binoculars, and space-themed apparel, household items and toys. If you’re looking for Lego sets or “Star Wars”-related items, check out our Lego deals page here and “Star Wars” deals page here .
If you’re searching for a new telescope and aren’t sure which one is right for you, be sure to check out our telescope guide pages to find the best options for beginners , hobbyists , kids , skywatchers on the move and anyone on a budget . And check out our binoculars buying guide if you’re looking for something more compact. For more ideas on gifts for the space fan in your life, check out our space gift guide and our space gift guide for kids .
Check back here, as we’ll be adding new deals throughout the day. Some of Amazon.com’s Black Friday deals will only last for a few hours, or the item may sell out, so don’t miss your chance to buy coveted items.
Telescopes, binoculars & books:
Celestron 21035 70mm Travel Scope: Perfect for amateur astronomers on the go, the Travel Scope by Celestron is compact and portable, and it comes with a handy backpack and tripod. This telescope is on sale for $60, or 30 percent off from the original price of $90.
Celestron 72022 SkyMaster DX 8×56 Binoculars: Save big on these high-performance astronomy binoculars this Cyber Monday! These usually retail for around $210, but today they’re available for $158. Good for both skywatching and terrestrial viewing, the SkyMaster DX 8×56 binocular features high quality BaK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast.
Celestron 71198 Cometron 7×50 Binoculars: Get ready to see the next awe-inspiring comet with a pair of sleek, portable Celestron Cometron binoculars. The large, 50-mm objective lenses offer amazing light-gathering capabilities that bring celestial objects into bright, sharp focus, making them ideal for comet watching and stargazing. These are on sale for $27, down from the usual price of $35.
Bushnell Legend L-Series Binoculars: Check out these Bushnell Legend L-series binoculars — great for skywatching and moon-viewing — was listed for $130.99, down from an original list price of price of $359, but is now listed $159.99.
Price Change! G4Free Compact Binoculars: Another great discount on a much more inexpensive pair of skywatching binoculars, these G4Free Compact Binoculars are $24.99 down from a list price of $59.99. It was listed earlier at $20.99, so the price is going up.
Kindle Deal of the Day! Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil deGrasse Tyson: For today only, the Kindle version of famed astrophysicst Neil deGrasse Tyson’s latest book is on sale for just $3.99. That’s 79% off the regular digital price of $17.48 and even more off the $18.95 print price. Take a voyage through the cosmos to learn the nature of space and time as only Tyson can show you in this #1 New York Times Bestseller. Read our interview with Tyson here: Neil deGrasse Tyson Talks ‘Astrophysics for People in a Hurry’
STEM & Learning Toys:
New Lower Price! Anki Overdrive: Fast & Furious Edition: Recommended for ages 8 and up, this racing system lets kids (and adults alike) use a mobile device to battle the Toretto crew and race high-tech robotic Supercars; you can build up to eight battlefields with magnetic track pieces. Our sister site Tom’s Guide reviewed this product , giving it an 8 out of 10 rating, saying that the system “offers a fantastic racing experience for everyone and an extra treat for anyone who likes the films.” Right now, Amazon is selling Anki Overdrive for $110.49, which is 24 percent off the normal list price of $169.99 (and $10 lower than a Black Friday sale price).
New Lower Price! Osmos Genius Kit: Winner of multiple toy awards, this kit turns your iPad into an interactive game station. The five separate games teach kids math, spelling, visual thinking, problem solving and creative drawing. Recommended for ages 5-12. Listed for $67.99, down from $99.99 (and from $74.99 on Black Friday).
Kano Computer Kit (2017 Edition): This do-it-yourself computer kit helps users learn to code various types of projects (including art, music, apps, games and more) through engaging projects and challenges. Winner of multiple awards. Currently listed for $99.99, down from a list price of $119.99.
Thames & Kosmos Remote-Control Machines: Space Explorers Science Kit: Kickstart the career of a young space engineer with the Thames and Kosmos engineering kit, which allows the user to build their own remote-controlled Mars rover. Adults are also welcome to tinker with this awesome engineering toy. Currently listed for $69.35, compared to a list price of $99.99.
litteBits Star Wars Droid Inventor Kit: This IS the droid STEM kit you’re looking for! littleBits’ Star Wars Droid Inventor Kit allows your little Jedi (or Sith, we don’t want to presume) to create their own droid from a galaxy far, far away. The kit comes with everything from batteries to decorative stickers, and an app that lets kids control their droid creation and teach it moves like head spins and self navigation. The Amazon sale price of $79 (down from $99.95) is the lowest the kit has sold far since its debut earlier this year.
No Longer Available! Elegoo Smart Robot Car V3.0: This robotics building kit introduces little engineers to concepts in robotics, electronics assembly and Arduino programming. It can be programmed for obstacle avoidance and line tracking, and includes an infrared sensor that allows for Bluetooth remote control via an app interface on a smartphone or tablet. The sale price is $57.59, down from its regular price of $71.99.
New Lower Price! Thames and Kosmos Smart Robotics Kit: Another great built-it-yourself robotics kit from Thames and Kosmos, one of the leaders in educational toys. This kit “gives kids a simple, fun, and customizable introduction to robotics that lets them build eight motorized machines.” Requires a tablet or smartphone. Currently listed at $55.75 down from $129.00. That’s 57% off!
Scientific Explorer My First Mind Blowing Science Kit: This 20-piece kit “allows your young scientist to explore and learn the basics of science from chemical reactions to the use of science tools,” according to the manufacturer, Scientific Explorer. The kit is built on principles of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and includes open-ended toys to construct and explore. The “mind-blowing” experiments include creating a sunset in a test tube and making a color-changing volcano. The kit is recommended for kids 6 and older, with adult supervision. For Cyber Monday, Amazon is selling the kit $12.03, or 50 percent off the normal listing price.
Toys and Lego:
Star Wars The Black Series First Order Stormtrooper with Gear (Amazon Exclusive): This collectible 6-inch Stormtrooper figure from The Black Series is carefully detailed to look just like one of the iconic troopers from the Star Wars films, and it comes with eight authentic and detailed accessories. This Amazon exclusive is on sale for $25, down from the usual price of $35.
Lego Space Shuttle Explorer Kit: Bring home your own piece of the space program with this great Lego kit. The pieces in the Space Shuttle Explorer set can also be used to make a space rover and a planetary base. Currently $23.99 down from a list price of $29.99.
Lego Star Wars VIII BB-8: Bring home one of the most adorable robots in the “Star Wars” universe, with this 1160-piece Lego BB-8. The sale price is $79.99, compared to a regular price of $99.99.
Air Hogs Star Wars X-wing vs. Death Star Drones: There’s currently a steep price discount on this “Star Wars”-themed drone set, which is going for $39.97. While you can typically find this dual set for aroung $80, it can run as high as $129.
Lego Friends Amusement Park Space Ride: Built an adorable little rocket-themed amusement park with this Lego Friends play set! The kit comes with 195 pieces and is on sale for $14, down from its usual price of $20.
New Lower Price! Chewbacca Electronic Mask: Step up your Chewbacca impressions with this electronic mask. Still haven’t quite figured out how to growl like Chewbacca? No problem. Just open your mouth with this mask on, and this mask will make the sound effects for you. Now you can get your Wookiee hands on this mask for $12.74, compared to the usual price of $32.
Deal ended, no longer available: Sphero R2-D2 App-Enabled Droid: Bring home your own little R2-D2! This adorable robot is controlled with a downloadable Sphero app via bluetooth, comes with several pre-set commands and can be programmed with custom codes. The sale price is $129, compared to a regular price of a regular price of $180.
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