Best Prime Day Apple deals: My 35+ favorite sales live now

Amazon's Prime Day sale is now in its second day, and we've got eyes on great deals across a variety of Apple products, including ZDNET editors' top favorites. 

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We thoroughly test every new Apple product upon release, and closely track price drops on each model to help you cut through the clutter and find the best deal. Whether you're looking for a new MacBook, Apple Watch, iPad, or accessories such as AirTags, we've located the most worthwhile sales you should check out.

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Right now at Amazon (and also at Walmart and Best Buy, in competing sales), we've found some of the lowest prices this year on the latest MacBooks -- including the new MacBook Air M4, our favorite laptop for work, now available for just $849.

We've also got a sweet deal on the Apple iPad (11th-gen), which is down to $279 at Best Buy -- one of the most competitive prices we've seen. If you're looking for accessories, the AirPods 4 are on sale for $119, and the Apple Watch Series 10 is $280 at Amazon. 

Here are all the best Prime Day Apple deals we've found so far.

Best Apple deals of Prime Day 2025

• Apple MacBook Air M4 (13-inch): $849 (save $150): The MacBook Air M4 is the newest version of Apple's lightweight laptop and our favorite laptop for work -- especially at this price, which is rare for a new Apple device.
• Apple MacBook Air M4 (15-inch): $1,049 (save $150): The 15-inch MacBook Air M4 is one of the best all-around performing laptops we've tested all year -- it's even converted a Windows user.
• Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $64 (save $34 at Walmart): Apple's popular Bluetooth trackers are the best ones we've tested, and excellent for keeping track of your keys, wallet, luggage, and anything else you don't want to lose. Single AirTags are on sale for $20, too, at Amazon.
• Official Apple iPhone 16 Clear Case with MagSafe: $40 (save $9): Apple's official MagSafe case is the best way to show off the color of your handset, with MagSafe support and a sapphire-layering for Camera Control included.
• Apple AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds: $149 (save $100): Apple's premium earbuds are our pick for the best AirPods for most people, offering hearing health features, solid noise cancellation, and Apple's great transparency mode. 
• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC wireless earbuds: $119 (save $60): These Apple AirPods are a good option for people who want effective noise cancellation, great sound, and compatibility with their iOS devices without the added features found in the Pro 2 earbuds.
• Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones: $430 (save $119): Our favorite over-ear headphone option for Apple users, the AirPods Max offer great sound and noise cancellation, and integration with your other Apple devices. (If you purchase from Best Buy, new subscribers receive three free months of Apple Music and Apple Fitness+).
• Apple iPad (11th-gen): $279 (save $70 at Best Buy): The base-model iPad is our pick for the best tablet for most people, with its upgraded A16 processor, low price, and a bigger 11-inch Liquid Retina True Tone display.
• Apple iPad Mini: $379 (save $121): The iPad Mini is a compact 8.3-inch tablet perfect for stowing away in your bag. Save now on a model powered by an A17 Pro chip with 128GB of storage.
• Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 (7th-gen): $899 (save $100): Apple's latest iPad Pro is faster than ever with the new M4 chip, making it our pick for the best iPad for power users. 
• Apple Pencil Pro: $99 (save $30): Apple's best stylus is compatible with iPadOS 17.5 or later on the iPad Pro (M4), iPad Air (M2 and M3), and the iPad mini (A17 Pro). The Apple Pencil (2nd Gen) also gets a discount.

Prime Day AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods Pro 2 wireless earbuds: $149 (save $100): Apple's premium earbuds are our pick for the best AirPods for most people, offering hearing health features and solid noise cancellation. 
• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC wireless earbuds: $119 (save $60): These Apple AirPods are a great option for individuals seeking effective noise cancellation, exceptional sound quality, and seamless compatibility with their iOS devices.
• Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones: $430 (save $119): Our favorite over-ear headphone option for Apple users, the AirPods Max offer great sound and noise cancellation, and integration with your other Apple devices.
• Apple EarPods headphones (wired): $16 (save $3): If you simply need a pair of cheap, Apple-ready earphones, you can grab a wired pair at Amazon for only $16.
• Apple AirPods 2: $89 (save $8): If you don't mind refurbished tech, you can pay only $89 for a pair of Apple AirPods 2 earbuds.

Prime Day MacBook & Mac desktop deals

• Apple MacBook Air M3 (15-inch) kit with AppleCare+: $1,128 (save $400): If you're looking for a good bundle deal, this is it. For $400 off, you can get a new M3 MacBook Air bundled with a three-year protection plan. That means you'll get global repair coverage for your Mac, in addition to technical support and unlimited incidents of accident coverage.
• Apple 2024 Mac Mini: $499 (save $100 with on-page coupon): For those interested in Apple's desktop PC products, consider this discount on an M4-powered Mac Mini.
• Apple MacBook Air M1 13.3-inch: $599 (save $50): If you want an affordable MacBook, check out this M1-powered model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
• Apple MacBook Air M4 (16GB): $849 (save $150): The MacBook Air M4 is the latest version of Apple's lightweight productivity laptop and our favorite laptop for work -- especially at this price.
• Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro): $2,249 (save $250): If you want more power, this MacBook Pro offers 24GB of RAM, a 16.2-inch Liquid Retina Display, and 512GB of storage.
• Apple 2024 MacBook Pro: $3,596 (save $406): Powered by an M4 Max processor, this model is an investment piece that will last you for years to come, as well as 1TB of storage, 48GB of RAM, and a 16.2-inch display.

Prime Day iPad deals

• Apple iPad Air 11-inch with M3 chip: $479 (save $121): If you want a lightweight, solid tablet in Apple's ecosystem, you can save on an 11-inch version of the iPad Air, powered by an M3 processor. 
• Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 (7th-gen): $899 (save $100): Apple's latest iPad Pro is faster than ever with the new M4 chip, making it our pick for the best iPad for power users.   
• Apple iPad Pro 13-Inch (M4): $1,185 (save $114): A more powerful version on sale is a 13-inch iPad Pro, equipped with an Ultra Retina XDR display and 256GB of storage.
• Apple iPad Mini: $379 (save $121): The iPad Mini is a compact 8.3-inch tablet perfect for stowing away in your bag. Save now on a model powered by an A17 Pro chip with 128GB of storage.  
• Apple Pencil Pro: $99 (save $30): Apple's best stylus is compatible with iPadOS 17.5 or later on the iPad Pro (M4), iPad Air (M2 and M3), and the iPad mini (A17 Pro).   
• Apple Pencil (USB-C): $59 (save $20 at Walmart): The discount might be small, but if you need an affordable Apple stylus, you will pay only $59 for a USB-C model.  

Prime Day Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch Ultra 2: $649 (save $150): Apple's feature-packed Ultra 2 comes with loads of advanced features for runners, swimmers, hikers, and more. It also ups the ante with durability: we're talking 36 hours of battery life and water resistance up to 100m.
• Apple Watch Series 10: $279 (save $121): Our ZDNET reviewer says Apple's latest smartwatch is better than the Watch Ultra in certain areas, including its lightweight design. (Note that different colors are currently at different prices.)
• Apple Watch SE: $169 (save $80): Amazon is also offering an Apple Watch SE for only $169. This GPS, 40mm model comes in Starlight.
• Apple Watch SE (GPS+Cellular): $219 (save $80 at Best Buy): If you'd prefer a GPS and Cellular model, you can pick up a discounted 40mm device at Best Buy.

Prime Day Apple accessory deals

• Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $65 (save $34 at Best Buy): Apple's popular Bluetooth trackers are the best we've tested. They are excellent for keeping track of your keys, wallet, luggage, and anything else you don't want to lose. Single AirTags are on sale for $20 at Amazon, too.  
• Official Apple iPhone 16 Clear Case with MagSafe: $40 (save $9): Apple's official MagSafe case is the best way to show off the color of your handset, with MagSafe support and a sapphire layering for Camera Control included.  
• Apple 20W USB-C power adapter: $13 (save $6): Need a new adapter? A small discount is available on a USB-C model.
• Apple USB-C woven charge cable (2m): $22 (save $7): We all lose or break our charging cables from time to time, and so if you want to save a little on a new cable, a deal is currently available.
• Anker 621 magnetic portable charger: $26 (save $14): If you need a charger compatible with your iPhone, this sleek, portable model may capture your interest.