'Star Wars' Cyber Monday Deals: Best of 2017
With the Dec. 15 premiere of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" nearly upon us, there are lots of new items that tie in with this latest entry to the franchise, as well as plenty of toys, apparel and gadgets for classic "Star Wars" fans. Don't forget to check back here regularly. Some of the sales will last for only a few hours, or the item may sell out, so don't miss your chance to buy coveted items.
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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.
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 (with a $30 off coupon from Amazon), compared to a regular price of a regular price of $180.
Lego "Star Wars" VIII BB-8 Building Kit: Build your own personal replica of one of the most adorable robots in the "Star Wars" universe with this 1160-piece Lego BB-8. This droid is on sale for $80, compared to a regular price of $100.
Lego "Star Wars" Millennium Falcon Building Kit: Travel the galaxy with Han Solo, Chewbacca and others in the iconic Millennium Falcon! This building kit comes with 1,329 pieces, including six minifigures of the most beloved "Star Wars" characters. This building set is on sale for $111.99, compared to a regular price of $150.
Hot Wheels "Star Wars" Rey's Speeder Die-Cast Vehicle: Launch into hyperdrive with one of the most iconic starships from "Star Wars," Rey's Speeder. The vehicle comes with a stand that can be mounted onto a finger for easy play and display. The sale price is $7.10, compared to a regular price of $10. It is running out though, so if this is on your list, grab it quick!
Lego "Star Wars: Episode VIII" Kylo Ren's TIE Fighter Building Kit: Battle the Resistance with this 630-piece Lego rendition of Kylo Ren's TIE fighter. The sale price for this set is $64, compared to a regular price of $80.
Lego "Star Wars: Episode VIII" First Order Heavy Scout Walker Building Kit: Send General Hux and his crew into an epic Lego battle in this 554-piece armored First Order Heavy Scout Walker. The set is on sale for $40, compared to a regular price of $50.
Lego Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle Building Kit: Restore order to a galaxy far, far away by hunting down the enemy in Kylo Ren's command shuttle. This building kit comes with 1,005 pieces and includes six minifigures. The sale price is $80, marked down from a regular price of $120.
New Low 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!
"Star Wars" Furbacca: One of the hottest toys from the 1990s has made a comeback in the world of "Star Wars" merchandise. This cuddly, interactive Furby is a bit more high-tech than traditional Furbies. It can sing and dance — and speak Wookiee! Furbacca is currently on sale for $59, which is 25 percent off its regular price of $79.
New Low Price! "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" Hyperdrive BB-8: Your own personal BB-8, this little remote-controlled droid rolls around in all directions, makes expressive droid sounds and lights up as its adorable little robot head bobbles around. This BB-8 is now on sale for $66.29, compared to its regular price of $100.
Deal ended: Sphero BB-9E App-Enabled Droid: A new, high-tech "Star Wars" droid, the BB-9E by Sphero, can be controlled via bluetooth using a downloadable app. Or you can let BB-9E patrol your home on its own. Keep BB-9E sharp with the augmented-reality Droid Trainer app and explore holographic simulations from the "Star Wars" galaxy. The sale price is $130, compared to a regular price of $150. Ed. note: This item is no longer available from Amazon but is available from other sellers.
Darth Vader 12 oz. Self Stirring Travel Mug: Who needs spoons when you can use the Force? This incredible self-stirring mug will keep your beverages warm and thoroughly mixed with little to no effort on your part. The sale price is $20, or half off its regular price of $40.
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 around $80, it can run as high as $129.
There are also lots of Star Wars Lego action figures on sale today. Here are a few:
Chewbacca Action Figure (Episode VIII): It's everyone's favorite furry friend from the "Star Wars" universe. This Chewbacca action figure comes with a spring-loaded bow shooter. Currently $27.99 down from a typical price of $34.99.
Rey Action Figure: Bring home the heroine from "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" with this Lego action figure. Comes with a blue light saber and blaster. Currently $19.99 down from a typical price of $24.99.
Kylo Ren Action Figure: The raspy-voiced villain from "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" is yours to bring home with this Lego action figure. Currently listed at $19.99 down from a list price of $29.99.
Elite Praetorian Guard Action Figure: From "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," this elite warrior stands over 9 inches tall, and comes with a doubled-handed staff that breaks into two weapons. Currently listed at $19.99, down from a regular price of $24.99.
First Order Storm Trooper Action Figure: From "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," this bulked-out Storm Trooper action figure features sleek armor and a spring-loaded shooter.
Star Wars Scout Trooper & Speeder Bike: This Lego set includes a 9-inch Storm Trooper action figure and a buildable speeder bike with spring-loaded shooter and movable flaps. (Note this is an Action Figure set, not a regular Lego brick set.) Currently $43.99 down from $54.99.
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