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Best Black Friday Kitchen Appliance Deals in Australia
Published Oct 6, 2025 • Updated Sep 17, 2026 - 5 min read
Ready to upgrade the appliances that carry your household year-round? Black Friday is the moment to go after the fridge, oven, cooktop and outdoor cooking gear you've been eyeing, without paying full price.
This guide covers the full spread of kitchen appliances from everyday fridges and dishwashers to ovens, cooktops and outdoor cooking setups, pointing you to the features that deliver the biggest long-term value in each category. So you can spend smarter on the appliances you actually use every day, not just chase the biggest discount.
Key takeaways from this article
Look for self-cleaning, steam and air fryer functions in ovens for easier cooking.
Choose fridges with flexible freezer space, Wi-Fi and built-in ice makers.
Induction, child lock and touch controls are the standout cooktop upgrades.
Quick wash, smart connectivity and steam cleaning make dishwashers more useful.
Set a budget before you shop. Appliance deals span a wide price range, and it's easy to overspend on add-ons.
Peter Simic (National Category Manager (Refrigeration)) says to measure the doorway and hall, not just the appliance space.
Counting the sleeps ‘til Black Friday? Perhaps you’ve set your sights on a fancy fridge to anchor a new kitchen. Or you’re chomping at the bit to finally retire your washing machine. With the Black Friday sales serving up huge savings on all home appliances, The Good Guys team is here to make sure you spend wisely on the big-ticket items that matter most: those essential workhorses like fridges and ovens, washing machines and dryers that carry the load year after year.
We share the best Black Friday advice from our whitegoods experts, plus the top buys to help you scale up your kitchen and laundry during Black Friday Sale time for much (much) less!
Best Black Friday Kitchen Deals
“Whether you’re replacing tired appliances or kitting out a completely new kitchen, our Black Friday sale is your moment to snap up the latest exciting cooking and food storage tech that might have been off the menu previously.”
- Tania Grillinzoni, The Good Guys Buyer, Cooking.
Top 3 Dishwasher Upgrades
#1 Quick Wash
Dishwashers with a quick wash function are a perfect choice for cleaning up a load of lightly soiled plates, bowls or other essentials you need in a hurry.
#2 Smart Features
Smart dishwashers with Wi-Fi connectivity offer convenience via a smartphone app. Start, pause, or monitor cycles from anywhere, and even receive notifications when the cycle is complete.
# 3 Steam Cleaning
Look out for dishwashers that use the power of steam to penetrate food residue and help reduce water spots - hello sparkling clean dishes!
Top 3 Oven Upgrades
#1 Pyrolytic Self-Cleaning
An oven that cleans itself has to top the list! Pyrolytic ovens use pressurised high temperatures to turn built-up gunk and grease into easy-wipe ash, without nasty chemicals.
#2 Steam Cooking
Steam ovens combine steam with hot air to cut cooking times and keep food moist so you can enjoy healthier meals with locked-in flavours.
#3 An Air Fryer Function
Upgrade to an oven with a built-in air fryer tray and savour the same crispy, crunchy flavours you’ll get with a benchtop air fryer, but in bigger batches.
Top 3 Fridge Upgrades
#1 Flexible Freezer
Boost chill space when you need it most with a convertible freezer that can switch to a fridge, then back to a freezer when the party’s over.
#2 Wi-Fi Connectivity
A Wi-Fi-enabled fridge lets you remotely control temperature and other functions via your smartphone. The smartest fridges can even suggest meals based on their contents.
# 3 In-Built Ice Maker
Nothing beats the convenience of on-demand ice, especially during an Aussie summer! All the best-dressed fridges now come with built-in ice makers to dispense pre-prepared ice.
Top 3 Rangehood Upgrades
#1 Ducted Extraction
A ducted range hood vents cooking smoke, steam and odours straight outside, rather than filtering and recirculating them back into the kitchen, the better option if you cook a lot of stronger-smelling meals.
#2 Quiet Operation
Look for a lower decibel (dB) rating if your kitchen is open-plan or you cook while entertaining, a rangehood you can't hear over conversation is worth paying for.
#3 Canopy Style
A canopy or undermount range hood suits a streamlined, integrated kitchen look, while a box-style hood is usually the more affordable option if budget matters more than aesthetics.
Top 3 Cooktop Upgrades
#1 Induction
Instant control and programmable features - induction allows for precision cooking with clever temperature control, the ability to pause, and a timer with auto-off programming.
#2 Child Lock
There's nothing wrong with inspiring your child’s love of cooking from a young age. So, it's definitely worth considering childproof safety locks that make your kitchen safer for small hands.
# 3 Touch Control
Touch control for a little extra is ideal. Nothing to clean around, a more flexible space for cookware - this a handy feature to look out for..
Top 3 Dishwasher Upgrades
#1 Quick Wash
Dishwashers with a quick wash function are a perfect choice for cleaning up a load of lightly soiled plates, bowls or other essentials you need in a hurry.
#2 Smart Features
Smart dishwashers with Wi-Fi connectivity offer convenience via a smartphone app. Start, pause, or monitor cycles from anywhere, and even receive notifications when the cycle is complete.
# 3 Steam Cleaning
Look out for dishwashers that use the power of steam to penetrate food residue and help reduce water spots - hello sparkling clean dishes!
Top 3 Microwave Upgrades
#1 Induction
Instant control and programmable features - induction allows for precision cooking with clever temperature control, the ability to pause, and a timer with auto-off programming.
#2 Child Lock
There's nothing wrong with inspiring your child’s love of cooking from a young age. So, it's definitely worth considering childproof safety locks that make your kitchen safer for small hands.
# 3 Touch Control
Touch control for a little extra is ideal. Nothing to clean around, a more flexible space for cookware - this a handy feature to look out for..
Top 3 BBQ Upgrades
#1 Multi-zone burners
Independent burner control lets you sear a steak on one zone while keeping vegetables warming on another. It's the upgrade that turns a BBQ from "one heat for everything" into a proper outdoor kitchen.
#2 Infrared side burner
A dedicated infrared burner delivers restaurant-style searing heat in seconds, locking in juices before the main cook. It's a small addition that makes a big difference to steaks and chops.
#3 Hooded design with built-in thermometer
A hood turns your BBQ into more than a grill, think indirect roasting, baking and even smoking, with the built-in thermometer taking the guesswork out of getting there. This is the feature that stretches your BBQ's use well beyond summer.
Top 3 Air Fryer Upgrades
#1 Dual-zone cooking
Two independent baskets let you cook chips and chicken at different temperatures and times, then have them finish together. It's the upgrade that makes an air fryer a genuine dinner-solving tool, not just a chip machine.
#2 Digital presets
Pre-set programs for chips, fish, reheating and more take the guesswork out of time and temperature. Just select and go — ideal for anyone who wants consistent results without watching the clock.
#3 Dishwasher-safe basket
A non-stick basket that's dishwasher safe makes clean-up as easy as the cook itself. It's a small detail that matters every single time you use it.
Top 3 Coffee Machine Upgrades
#1 Built-in grinder
Grinding beans fresh for every cup makes a noticeable difference to flavour compared to pre-ground coffee. It's the upgrade that turns a daily coffee into a genuinely good one.
#2 Automatic milk frother
Café-style milk texture at the touch of a button means lattes and cappuccinos without the learning curve of a manual steam wand. Ideal for anyone who wants barista results without the barista skills.
#3 Programmable settings
Save your preferred strength, temperature and cup size so every coffee comes out exactly how you like it. It's a handy feature that saves time and takes the guesswork out of your morning routine.
Final Tips From Our Experts
“Know your budget but also look carefully at the next model up when shopping for major kitchen appliances. The extra investment could get you many more features that spell bigger savings over time,” says Tania Grillinzoni, The Good Guys Buyer – Cooking.
“When shopping for big-ticket household items, it’s essential to get all your measurements right. Don’t just measure the space or cavity and the appliance; also measure your doorway and hall to get that new fridge into the kitchen,” says Peter Simic, The Good Guys Buyer – Whitegoods and Refrigerators.
Primed to jump on incredible Black Friday deals? Read our expert guide to doubling up on Black Friday savings, then head in-store or online to snap up the best kitchen appliances for your home.
