Best Prime Day Apple deals: My 45+ favorite sales live now

Amazon’s Prime Day sale is in full swing, and even though it’s extended by two days this year, the deals are still popping off. Now we’ve entered day three, we’ve got eyes on great deals across a wide range of Apple products, including many of ZDNET editors’ top picks.

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We love going hands-on with new Apple products here at ZDNET, and closely track price drops on each model to help you cut through the clutter for the best deal. Whether you’re looking for a new MacBook, Apple Watch, or iPad, we only highlight deals we’d personally vouch for.

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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 both new and renewed MacBooks — including the MacBook Air M4, our favorite laptop for work, on sale 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.

Best Apple deals of Prime Day 2025

Current price: $119
Original price: $179

The AirPods 4 with ANC are among the most capable Apple earbuds out there, with Bluetooth 5.3, increased dust and water resistance, and more efficient power consumption. But let’s not get it twisted: the H2 audio chip makes for some rich, booming audio, with stronger bass response than the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3.

Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $65 (save $34): 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 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 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 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 $120): 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

Current price: $149
Original price: $249

If you’ve been looking to upgrade your earbuds, Apple’s premium earbuds are our pick for the best AirPods for most people, offering hearing health features, solid noise cancellation, and Apple’s excellent transparency mode. I use my AirPods Pro 2 every day, and highly recommend them.

Prime Day MacBook & Mac desktop deals

Current price: $1,799
Original price: $1,999

The M4 MacBook Pro from this year is a powerhouse in every sense of the term. This is a powerful, battery-efficient device ready to dive into demanding workflows like graphic design, 4K video editing, animation, and yes, even gaming. For 24GB of unified memory and 512GB of local storage, you’re getting $200 off our favorite laptop of 2025.

Current price: $849
Original price: $999

The MacBook Air M4 is the latest version of Apple’s lightweight productivity laptop and our favorite laptop for work — especially at this lower price.

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 from just a few years ago with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro): $2,232 (save $267): If you need more power, this MacBook Pro offers 24GB of RAM, a 16.2-inch Liquid Retina Display, and 512GB of storage.
Apple 2024 MacBook Pro (M4 Max): $3,558 (save $441): 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.
Apple 24-inch iMac (M4): $1,529 (save $175 at B&H Photo): Creatives might like the $175 discount available on an iMac, powered by an M4 chip.
Apple Mac Studio with M4 Max: $1,899 (save $100 at B&H): Another deal we’ve spotted for powerful Apple hardware is for the Apple Mac Studio, available with a small discount.

Prime Day iPad deals

Current price: $279
Original price: $349

The newest 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.

Current price: $99
Original price: $129

Let’s face it: the iPad experience is significantly improved with a stylus. It supports gestures and haptics for intuitive control, and is one of the more well-built digital pencils on the market, with advanced tools for more creative control. 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 iPad Air 11-inch with M3 chip: $479 (save $120): 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 $120): 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 (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

Current price: $279
Original price: $399

ZDNET smartwatch expert Matt Miller says Apple’s latest smartwatch is better than the Watch Ultra in many ways, with its lightweight design and sleep tracking features. Other sizes are on sale as well.

Apple Watch Ultra 2: $650 (save $149): 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 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.
Apple Watch Series 9: $239 (save $191): Save 47% on the previous generation Apple Watch, which still has great features like the S9 chip, ECG readings, fall and crash detection, and more.

Prime Day Apple accessory deals

Current price: $20
Original price: $29

Apple AirTags are our pick for the best Bluetooth tracker, and they can help you keep tabs on your keys, luggage, wallet, pet, and really anything else. You can save on a single AirTag right now — the lowest price we’ve seen one drop to is $19 during Black Friday, so this is a perfect time to buy.

Current price: $77
Original price: $110

This charging station is a dream, with 15W of power that can charge all your phone, AirPods, and Apple Watch simultaneously, and folds up easily for quick transport and storage. The charger also comes with a wall adapter, which isn’t always guaranteed.

Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $65 (save $34): 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.
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.
Apple Magic Keyboard: $119 (save $10): This keyboard comes with a numeric keypad and can wirelessly connect to your Mac, iPad, or iPhone via Bluetooth.
Apple MagSafe Charger: $40 (save $9): Get up to 50 percent battery in around 30 minutes for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro when paired with this 30W USB-C Power Adapter.
Logitech Crayon: $47 (save $23): We like this iPad stylus for its great note-taking abilities, compatibility with iPad, and USB-C charging compatibility, promising seven hours of continuous writing time.
Apple TV 4K (128GB): $145 (save $5 at B&H): It’s not the biggest discount we’ve ever seen — by far — but if you like the Apple TV product range, there’s a small price reduction available at B&H.

Prime Day Apple device case deals

MoKo Case for iPad: $9 (save $4): This adjustable angle case is compatible with the 10th- and 11th-gen base-model iPads and comes in more than 40 colors.
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.
Casely iPhone cases: Buy one, get one free: Use the code BOGO-JULY to claim a second case when you purchase an iPhone case or cover.
Case-Mate iPhone cases: 25% off. Use code CM25PRIME for a sitewide 25% discount.

When is Amazon Prime Day 2025?

This year, Amazon Prime Day runs from July 8 to 11. For the first time, the annual sale will last four days instead of the usual two, so you’ll have more chances to save.

Are Apple products really cheaper on Prime Day?

Apple rarely offers major sales and discounts on its products, and considering the generally high price point, you might wait a while for a deal before upgrading your gear. Sales events like Prime Day and Black Friday are great opportunities to save — but discounts are often still low, with many deals we’ve observed offering roughly 5% to 20% off, at most.

How did we choose these Prime Day deals?

ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale, as is often the case with Apple devices), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.

What are the best Prime Day deals so far?

ZDNET’s experts are searching through Prime Day sales to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:

You can also find the best deals from other retailers competing with Prime Day sales:

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