The 11.11 Sale, also known as Singles’ Day, has transformed from an Asian event held on November 11 into a global shopping festival spanning several days, much like Black Friday. In 2025, deals are expected to commence as early as November 1 at some stores, with major sales running from November 8 to November 19. Top Asia-based online retailers such as AliExpress, Banggood, and Gearbest are key participants, offering significant discounts across a wide array of categories including mobile phones, accessories, computers, tools, security solutions, drones, fashion, and beauty products.

For the 2025 event, AliExpress is scheduled to run its main 11.11 Sale from November 11 to November 19, with pre-sales starting earlier in November, allowing customers to add items to their carts in advance. Highlighted deals on AliExpress include the Umidigi A13 Pro Max 5G at $199.99, Techage H.265 8CH 1080p CCTV Security System for $80.84, Umidigi G1 Max and C1 Max both at $99.99, and various other electronics like Gaomon PD1161 11.6-inch Drawing Tablet for $169.17, Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD for $79.99, and Teclast F7S 14.1-inch Laptop for $235.40. Popular smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy A71, S20 Plus, and A51, as well as the OnePlus Nord N10 5G and iPhone 12 series, are also expected to see discounts.

Banggood’s 11.11 Sale for 2024 ran from November 8 to November 14, with a special $1 reservation option from November 1-8 for select items at their lowest prices, offering up to 70% off. Notable deals from Banggood included the OnePlus 8 Pro at $797, Umidigi A7 Pro at $97.99, Xiaomi Mijia Security Camera at $19.99, and a range of other devices like the Xiaomi Mi Band 5, WalkingPad R1 Pro Treadmill, FIIDO M1 Pro Folding Electric Bike, and various 3D printers and gaming chairs. Xiaomi smartphones such as the Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi Note 9 Pro were also heavily discounted.

Gearbest’s 11.11 Sale in 2023 started on November 4, with the main event from November 10 to November 13. Among their top discounts were the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro at $229.99, Xiaomi POCO X3 at $249, and several Teclast laptops like the F15, F7 Plus, and F7S at competitive prices. Rugged phones like the Oukitel WP6 and Ulefone Armor 7/7E, along with smartwatches, security cameras, and smart LED bulbs, were also part of their offerings.

Specific detailed smartphone deals from various retailers include the Umidigi A13 Pro Max 5G, launching at $179.99 on AliExpress, featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, a 6.8-inch 90Hz IPS LCD display, a 64MP AI triple rear camera, and a 5150 mAh battery with hands-free FM radio. The OnePlus 10T 5G was available for $368.00 on AliExpress, boasting a 6.7-inch AMOLED display and 160W SuperVOOC fast charging with the adapter included. The OnePlus Nord 3 5G, priced at $448.80, offers a premium design with a 6.74-inch screen and thin edges. More affordable options like the Umidigi G1 Max and C1 Max were available for $99.99 on AliExpress, both featuring Android 12, a Unisoc T610 processor, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, a 50MP dual rear camera, and a 5150 mAh battery, differing primarily in design (flat vs. 3D curved edges). The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G was a notable deal at $149 on Banggood, offering a 6.5-inch 90Hz display, Snapdragon 700 5G processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB storage, a 48MP triple camera, and a 5000 mAh battery with 18W fast charging.

Beyond smartphones, other popular electronic accessories also saw significant price drops. The Lenovo LP40 Wireless Earbud was offered for as low as $10.99 (or even $5.99 in some instances) on AliExpress, a substantial reduction from its usual $22.99, featuring Bluetooth 5.0 and good sound quality. Another option, the Lenovo XT88 Wireless Earbud, with Bluetooth 5.3 and noise reduction, was available for $11.59, down from around $30.99, offering lightweight comfort and up to 20 hours of battery life. For personal grooming, the Enchen Rechargeable Hair Trimmer was priced at $16.99 on AliExpress, equipped with 2-speed control, USB Type-C charging, and a battery life of up to 3 months on a single charge.

Blackview, a leading smart device brand, announced its biggest year-end discounts of up to 60% off during the Double 11 shopping spree, which will run from November 11th to 18th. Their offers include the world’s first 5G AI-powered Camera Smartphone, SHARK 9, discounted to $112.99 from $279.98, featuring a 50MP Samsung JN1 AI main camera, DokeOS 4.0 based on Android 14, a 5G Unisoc T820 chipset, up to 24GB RAM, and a 90Hz refresh rate display. The Blackview W50 Pro smartwatch saw up to 50% off, boasting enhanced fitness tracking, over 100 workout modes, IP68 rating, and a 960mAh battery with over 100 days of standby. The BL9000 Pro, a thermal imaging 5G rugged phone with the FLIR® Lepton 3.5 sensor, was discounted by up to 26%. For tablets, the Blackview MEGA 1 offered up to 54% off, featuring an 11.5-inch 2.4K FHD+ 120Hz display, Widevine L1 certification, a 50MP Samsung® camera, and an 8800mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The rugged Blackview BV9300 Pro also received up to 48% off, showcasing a circular secondary display, 64MP rear camera, a fast Helio G99 processor, a 100-lumen flashlight, and a massive 15080mAh battery.

To secure the best deals during the Singles’ Day event, shoppers are advised to leverage coupons and coins offered by these stores. It is crucial to start searching for coupons during the pre-sale period, often beginning as early as late October, rather than waiting for the main event days. Retailer-wide and specific store/seller coupons are available, often with minimum purchase requirements. Shoppers can visit the 11.11 Sale pages on AliExpress, Banggood, and Gearbest to find these vouchers and maximize their savings.