Wirecutter - Staycation (all I ever wanted)

Roborock S5 Max Robot Vacuum and Mop

Deal price: $380 | Street price: $500
With code ROCKS5MAX

The first step to any good vacation is eliminating chores. The S5 Max is a feature-packed variant of our upgrade robot vacuum pick (the S4 Max). It comes with an added mop attachment and a few design differences that make it less likely to get stuck on plush rugs or thresholds. The Max also includes a water tank that allows you to adjust the water flow for mopping, as well as an advanced obstacle-recognition camera system. Our testers didn't find the added features useful enough to justify a higher price, but this deal is available for $50 less than the non-mop variant.

Yamaha ATS-2090 Soundbar

Deal price: $240 | Street price: $320
With free shipping for Prime members

Nothing says staycation quite like a movie marathon, and a soundbar will help you create a more immersive viewing experience in your home. If you want built-in Alexa capability without the sticker price of the Sonos Arc, we like the Yamaha YAS-209 (this ATS-2090 model is simply an Amazon-specific version of the same model). This soundbar delivers Alexa support and balanced sound in a fairly compact size. It also includes Bluetooth and HDMI video switching (with 4K HDR passthrough)—though you'll be unable to add surround speakers.

Uni-ball Jetstream (3-Pack)

Deal price: $7 | Street price: $10

Sometimes a little break from work is all you need to get those creative juices flowing. Whether you’re penning the next great novel or corresponding with a friend the old-fashion way, you’ll need a good pen. Affordable, smooth, and left-hand friendly, the Uni-ball Jetstream is our top pick. It writes cleanly and produces dark pigment that dries quickly and won’t smudge. We also appreciated the Uni-ball’s rounded barrel shape, which remains comfortable to hold even after hours of writing. This deal is currently only available in black.

Summit Mosquito Bits (30 ounces)

Deal price: $11 | Street price: $15

Just because you’re staying home doesn’t mean you have to stay in. Soaking up a little sun and fresh air is good for the soul—if you’re not interrupted by pests. If your yard has standing water, like a bird bath or fountain, Summit’s Mosquito Bits will kill mosquito larvae at the source. If you're concerned about the greater ecological impact, our bug killing expert told us the toxin involved in Summit is harmless to people, fish, and animals—so you can rid your space of pests guilt-free.

K&H Original Pet Cot (Large)

Deal price: $24 | Street price: $30

You can treat your furry friend to a little staycation with a luxurious bed upgrade. Our cot-style pick is great for the outdoors and warmer environments. Sturdy and easy-to-assemble, the K&H is made of canvas and mesh that’s breathable, supportive, and harder to destroy than the competition—a great feature for chew-happy pups. This deal is available in the chocolate color.

Betrayal at House on the Hill Board Game

Deal price: $25 | Street price: $30

Betrayal at House on the Hill is one of our favorite cooperative board games. Part Lovecraftian horror, part Scooby-Doo episode, this expansive co-op game assigns each player a character with different traits that will impact how they move and interact with the house. But know that there's a traitor among you, and once the Haunt begins, everyone must band together to survive. Because the mansion is created anew each game, there are more than 100 potential scenarios that can ensue, making for great replay value as well.

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