The biggest sale of the year on AliExpress is only days away. According to sale guides, the main part of 11.11 in 2026 runs from 1 to 18 November, with 11 November as the hottest day, as always. Here is what we know about the dates, how to avoid inflated “discounts”, and which products people buy most, so you can build your basket in advance.
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11.11 sale dates in 2026
AliExpress announces the details of the sale by region, so dates differ slightly between countries. Here is what several sources agree on:
- Main sale: 1 to 18 November 2026. For Europe, France for example, the stated window is 00:00 on 1 November to 23:59 on 18 November Central European Time, which is 23:00 on 31 October to 22:59 on 18 November in UK time.
- Peak day: 11 November, the traditional Singles’ Day that gives the sale its name.
- Pre-sale: in European countries, pre-sale coupons are valid from 17 to 31 October.
For the exact start times and coupon sets in the UK, check the sale page in the AliExpress app closer to 1 November: they appear in the promo code section and on banners.
The discount season does not end after 11.11. Black Friday in 2026 falls on 27 November, and the next big AliExpress sale, 12.12, runs around 12 December. The platform usually confirms the exact dates shortly before it starts.
How to save on 11.11 and avoid the traps
Build your basket in advance
Add the items you want to your basket or wishlist now. That way you can watch how the price changes and will not waste time searching in the first hours of the sale. Popular discounted items sometimes sell out quickly.
Track the price before the sale
The most common trap: some sellers raise prices a few weeks before the sale so they can later show a bigger “discount”. The authors of sale guides warn about this directly. If you save an item to your wishlist early, the difference becomes obvious. Go by the final price in your basket, not the crossed-out number.
Understand the coupons
AliExpress coupons usually work from a minimum order value: the bigger the basket, the bigger the discount. According to the sale FAQ, only one platform promo code can be applied per order. So sometimes it pays to combine purchases into one order to reach the next threshold, and sometimes to split them. Compare both options before you pay.
Look at sales and ratings
A discount does not turn a bad product into a good one. We recommend choosing items with thousands of sales and a rating of 95% or higher, and for electronics, checking whether the item is sold in the brand’s official store.
What people buy most: 6 popular products
Below are products from different categories that AliExpress shoppers buy by the thousand. Add them to your basket now and check the price on 1 November and 11 November. Prices are as of 29 October.
1. Essager 20000 mAh power bank
A power bank remains one of the most sought-after purchases. The 20000 mAh Essager supports 65 W PD fast charging, so according to the listing it suits not only phones but also laptops, including the MacBook. The link leads to the brand’s official store.
Price on 29 October: £27.50
Sold: 6836+ pcs, positive reviews: 97.2%
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2. 70mai M310 Plus dash cam
70mai is one of the best-known dash cam brands on AliExpress. The M310 Plus records in 2K at 1440p, with a 143 degree field of view and an f/1.55 aperture. The listing mentions voice control, parking surveillance mode and night recording. It is sold in the official 70mai store.
Price on 29 October: £34.03
Sold: 5031+ pcs, positive reviews: 96.3%
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3. Magcubic HY300 Pro+ projector
Compact Magcubic projectors have been a hit in recent years, and the HY300 Pro+ is among the best sellers. It has a native resolution of 1280 x 720, 290 ANSI lumens of brightness, Android 14, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4. It suits movie nights in the bedroom or the garden room, not as a replacement for a big TV: in bright light the picture fades noticeably.
Price on 29 October: £43.29
Sold: 10140+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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4. Electric toothbrush
An inexpensive ultrasonic toothbrush with six modes, USB charging and water resistance. Almost 13,000 sales at around £4 explain its popularity: it is a simple way to try an electric toothbrush without spending much.
Price on 29 October: £4.29
Sold: 12945+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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5. CENRR car vacuum cleaner
A cordless handheld vacuum for the car interior. Models like this are bought to quickly clear crumbs and sand from seats and mats without a trip to the car wash. It is compact, cordless and also works for cleaning shelves and desks at home.
Price on 29 October: £28.69
Sold: 7516+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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6. PH2 magnetic bit set
The best-selling product in this selection, with more than 42,000 orders. The PH2 bits are made of S2 steel with a non-slip coating and fit screwdrivers, drills and hand screwdrivers. They are a consumable that wears out quickly, so they are handy to top up during the sale to push your basket over a coupon threshold.
Price on 29 October: £2.42
Sold: 42247+ pcs, positive reviews: 98.0%
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The short version: a plan for 11.11
- Now: add the items you want to your basket and wishlist, and note the current prices.
- From 1 November: check the coupons on the sale page and compare prices with October.
- 11 November: the peak day of the sale, so check prices and coupons once more.
- Until 18 November: time to pick up anything you missed, if the price suits you.
If you miss something on 11.11, Black Friday on 27 November and 12.12 are still ahead. The main rule is the same for every sale: buy what you actually need and compare the final price, not the size of the promised discount.
