Ancestry DNA kit deals 2022: Learn about your origins

Ancestry DNA kit deals will save on several of these Ancestry DNA test kits, shown here.
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Any journey of discovery and learning can be fun, but little can match unlocking the secrets of your own family with a DNA test kit, and AncestryDNA has one of the best around. These Ancestry DNA kit deals bring great discounts on several kits. For instance, Amazon is selling the AncestryDNA: Genetic Ethnicity Test for $99.00, which is 34% off the normal price. A perfect gift for the person in your life who already seems to have everything, Ancestry draws on its database of 18 million customers covering 1,500 different regions to give you ethnic and ancestry information. The 23andMe Traits kit builds on that information with additional reports on your physical and sensory traits like what foods you might react to and hair or eye color traits. 

It couldn't be simpler to set up either. After you've ordered the kit, you'll receive a saliva collection tube, instructions and a pre-paid return envelope. Take the test, put it in the post back to Ancestry or 23andMe, and you should get your results back in six to eight weeks. Your DNA is compared with everyone in the company's database, "from small tribes in Africa to farmers in the Irish countryside," according to the website, giving you amazingly detailed background information. 

Related: How accurate are DNA tests? 

Ancestry and 23andMe aren't the only choice, of course; there are lots of excellent alternatives out there (and even some for your pets)!

Today's best DNA kit deals

AncestryDNA: Genetic Ethnicity Test: $99$49 at Amazon 

AncestryDNA: Genetic Ethnicity Test: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=74387&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FAncestryDNA-Genetic-Ethnicity-Test%2Fdp%2FB00TRLVKW0%3Fref_%3Dast_sto_dp%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$99 $49 at Amazon 

With this test, you can learn about your ancestry and where your DNA comes from across more than 1,500 regions. Plus, Ancestry will delve into its database of DNA data and family records to connect you with background family detail you might never have expected to learn. 

AncestryDNA + Traits: $119$59 at Amazon&nbsp;

AncestryDNA + Traits: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=74387&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FAncestryDNA-Genetic-Testing-Ethnicity-Traits%2Fdp%2FB07J1FZQBC%3Fref_%3Dast_sto_dp%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$119 $59 at Amazon 

Get all the features of the standard AncestryDNA test kit, plus insight into your genetic traits that will reveal disposition for different physical and sensory traits. From eye and hair color to disliking certain herbs, it can reveal things you never knew about yourself.

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit $199$149 at Amazon

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit $199 <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=74387&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FEmbark-Identification-Results-Genetic-Markers%2Fdp%2FB01EINBA76%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$149 at Amazon

Identify the exact breed or any hereditary health issues with your four-legged friend, with this DNA test kit designed just for dogs. Save 25% at Amazon.

23andMe DNA Test - Health + Ancestry:$184.29 at Walmart&nbsp;

23andMe DNA Test - Health + Ancestry: <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1943169/565706/9383?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&sharedId=hawk&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2F23andMe-DNA-Test-Health-Ancestry-Personal-Genetic-Service-with-Lab-Fee-Included%2F678846605%3Fathbdg%3DL1200" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$184.29 at Walmart 

If you’re looking for a test that also digs deeper into your health predispositions for things like Parkinson’s and carrier status for inherited conditions like cystic fibrosis, then this deal from Walmart is the place to look. 23andMe offers a comprehensive service and results in six to eight weeks.

23andMe Ancestry + Traits:$92.50$69 at Amazon

23andMe Ancestry + Traits: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=74387&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB01LZ5K87Z%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$92.50 $69 at Amazon

To get a thorough breakdown of your ancestry, some genetic traits you might carry and connections to begin exploring in your family history, this 23andMe kit offers all the essential details to get you started on your DNA journey.

Tellmegen - DNA Test Advanced:$139$95 at Amazon

Tellmegen - DNA Test Advanced: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=74387&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FDNA-Test-Health-Pharmacological-Compatibility%2Fdp%2FB01A0W1D9E%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Fkeywords%3Ddna%2Btest%26qid%3D1636710712%26rnid%3D2941120011%26s%3Dhpc%26sr%3D1-1-spons%26psc%3D1%26spLa%3DZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSU5DVldaMzhaRVhFJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTM4OTQ5N0VQV1hHMjlIQjEwJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3MDQxNDc5UEUzTkhaTEZMQUsmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$139 $95 at Amazon 

The Tellmegen DNA test kit will tell you about your genetic predispositions to over 440 different traits and how you might respond to more than 150 different medications. Like the other kits, it's easy to use and offers fast results.

How to choose a DNA kit

There are a growing number of competitively priced DNA testing kits on the market now and how much you want to learn can greatly alter the final amount you'll be paying. You want to make sure that you're spending your money in the right way, paying for the information you want and not things you're not interested in. Here are some of the key differences in DNA test kits to look out for.

Traits: The cheaper kits will often offer genetic traits as a feature of the results you'll receive back from the company. This means getting information about whether or not your taste buds react negatively to certain foods, chances of passing along certain hair and eye colors and other genetic, but not medical, features that your DNA holds.

Health: The next level up of DNA testing kits will offer health information based on your results. This will include your chances of contracting certain medical conditions such as diabetes, celiac disease and more. Many can also tell you if you're a carrier for certain conditions that could be passed onto future generations.

Community features: Most DNA testing kits will give you a robust report on your family heritage and the makeup of your genetics based on the regions that your ancestors came from. The next tier of experience is often a subscription that connects you to a wider community of members who share and investigate information to build out even more complete family trees. If this is the area you want to pursue, consider packages that offer this service.

23andMe Ancestry + Traits:$92.50$69 at Amazon

23andMe Ancestry + Traits: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=74387&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB01LZ5K87Z%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$92.50 $69 at Amazon

To get a thorough breakdown of your ancestry, some genetic traits you might carry and connections to begin exploring in your family history, this 23andMe kit offers all the essential details to get you started on your DNA journey.

Jonathan Gordon
Editor, All About History

Jonathan is the Editor of All About History magazine, running the day to day operations of the brand. He has a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Leeds. He has previously worked as Editor of video game magazines games™ and X-ONE and tech magazines iCreate and Apps. He is currently based in Bournemouth, UK.