The Best Prime Day Apple Deals: Save 32% On AirPods, iPads And More
by Jordan Thomas · ForbesOctober Prime Day (a.k.a. Prime Big Deals Day) has officially kicked off, and we’re already seeing dozens of discounts on Apple products. Some of the best Prime Day Apple deals we’ve spotted so far include 25% off the 13.6-inch MacBook Air, 32% off the Apple AirPods Pro 2 and 23% off our pick for the best smartwatch overall, the Apple Watch Series 9. Prime Day is one of those few sale events where we see true Apple deals.
We’ve gathered all the best current Prime Day Apple deals here, plus competing discounts from non-Amazon retailers. For more Apple-related sales coverage, we’ve also rounded up the best Prime Day Apple Watch deals, Prime Day AirPods deals, Prime Day MacBook deals and Prime Day iPad deals. Below, read on for our choices on all of the best Prime Day Apple deals you can shop right now.
The Best Prime Day Apple Deals At A Glance
- Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation: Now $169, Was $249 (32% Off)
- Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation (GPS, 40mm): Now $170, Was $249 (32% Off)
- Apple Pencil 2nd Generation: Now $90, Was $129 (30% Off)
- Apple AirPods Max: Now $395, Was $549 (28% Off)
- Apple iPad Mini 6th Generation: Now $350, Was $499 (30% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (13.6-Inch, M2 Chip): Now $749, Was $999 (25% Off)
- Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS, 45mm): Now $329, Was $429 (23% Off)
- Apple AirTag (4-Pack): Now $80, Was $99 (19% Off)
- Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation (GPS And Cellular): Now $220, Was $299 (26% Off)
Best Prime Day Apple AirPods Deals
Apple AirPods Max
These chic over-ear, wireless Apple headphones are among our favorite noise-canceling pairs, especially for Apple fans. Pair them effortlessly with your iPhone, MacBook and iPad for dynamic listening with up to 20 hours of extended battery life. Five colorways are currently 28% off, so snag them now while you can.
- Apple AirPods Max: Now $395, Was $549 (28% Off)
- Apple AirPods (3rd Generation): Now $130, Was $169 (23% Off)
- Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation): Now $169, Was $249 (32% Off)
Best Prime Day Apple iPad Deals
Apple iPad Mini (6th Generation)
Apple iPad Minis are a perennially popular and top-rated tablet for those seeking something smaller and more portable. While it doesn’t have the speed or processing power of its more powerful siblings, it makes for great iPad for on the go media consumption, reading and note-taking. It’s a solid pick for kids, too. This Prime-exclusive discount is the lowest recorded price ever for the iPad Mini.
- Apple iPad Mini 6th Generation (Wi-Fi, 64GB): Now $350, Was $499 (30% Off)
- Apple iPad 10th Generation (Wi-Fi, 64GB): Now $299, Was $349 (14% Off)
- Apple iPad 10th Generation (Wi-Fi, 256GB): Now $449, Was $499 (10% Off)
- Apple iPad Air (M2, Wi-Fi, 128GB): Now $547, Was $599 (9% Off)
- Apple iPad 9th Generation (Wi-Fi, 64GB): Now $199, Was $329 (40% Off)
Best Prime Day Apple Deals On MacBooks
Apple MacBook Air (13.6-Inch, M2 Chip)
As our pick for the best MacBook overall, our writers loved how lightweight the 13-inch MacBook Air (M2) is. It’s built with a powerful M2 chip that makes up for its compact size, with a bright 500 nits, 2K display. It’s also best suited for everyday tasks (as opposed to power-draining ones like editing), making it the perfect choice for commuters. This deal is an all-time low discount for the model.
- Apple MacBook Air (13.6-Inch, M2 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD): Now $749, Was $999 (25% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (13.6-Inch, M3 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD): Now $849, Was $1,099 (23% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (15.3-Inch, M3 Chip, 8GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD): Now $1,044, Was $1,299 (20% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (15.3-Inch, M3 Chip, 16GB Unified Memory, 512GB SSD): Now $1,424, Was $1,699 (16% Off)
- Apple MacBook Pro (14.2-Inch, M3 Pro Chip, 8 GB Unified Memory, 512 GB SSD): Now $1,299, Was $1,599 (19% Off)
Best Prime Day Apple Watch Deals
Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS, 45mm, Sport Band)
At one of its Prime Day lowest discounts, the Apple Watch Series 9 offers tons of features—including health trackers and a sophisticated fitness app—that make it stand out against other smartwatches. All this and more is why we chose it as the best smartwatch overall, so you’ll want to take advantage now while it’s at a lower price.
- Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS, 45mm, Sport Band): Now $329, Was $429 (23% Off)
- Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation (GPS And Cellular): Now $220, Was $299 (26% Off)
- Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm, Sport Loop): Now $170, Was $249 (32% Off)
- Apple Watch SE (GPS, 44mm, Sport Loop): Now $200, Was $279 (28% Off)
- Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS And Cellular, 49mm): Now $735, Was $799 (8% Off)
Best Prime Day Apple Deals On Accessories
Apple AirTag (4-Pack)
For those prone to misplacing things, Apple AirTags can come in clutch. Simply attach one to your belongings of choice, then tune in to the Find My app on your iPhone or iPad to track its location. This 4-pack is currently 19% off, which means it’s the perfect time to stock up on as many as you need before the holiday travel rush.
- Apple AirTag (4-Pack): Now $80, Was $99 (19% Off)
- Apple AirTag: Now $25, Was $29 (14% Off)
- Apple Pencil (2nd Generation): Now $90,Was $129 (30% Off)
- Apple Magic Mouse: Now $69, Was $79 (12% Off)
- Apple Magic Trackpad: Now $110, Was $129 (15% Off)
- Apple Smart Folio For iPad (White): Now $64, Was $79 (19% Off)
- Apple 60W USB-C Woven Charge Cable: Now $16, Was $19 (11% Off)
Best Anti-Prime Day Apple Deals From Competitors
Apple AirPods Pro 2
Several competitors are running anti-Prime Day sales and that includes deals on Apple products like these AirPods Pro 2 on sale for a rare 24% off. Notable features include high-quality audio, a noise-canceling mode, water resistance and a customizable fit (thanks to its four pairs of silicone tips). For more on why they were featured in our best wireless earbuds list, read our full review of the AirPods Pro 2 buds.
- Apple AirPods Pro 2: Now $190, Was $250 (24% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (13.6-Inch, M2 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD): Now $749, Was $999 (25% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (13-Inch, M3 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD): Now $849, Was $1,099 (23% Off)
- Apple Pencil Pro: Now $99, Was $129 (23% Off)
- Apple MacBook Air (15-Inch, M3 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD): Now $1,044, Was $1,299 (20% Off)
- Apple iPad Pro (M4 Chip, 256GB): Now $899, Was $999 (10% Off)
- Apple iPad Air (M2 Chip, 256GB): Now $809, Was $899 (10% Off)
- Apple AirPods Max: Now $399, Was $550 (27% Off)
- Apple iPad 10th Gen (Wi-Fi): Now $300, Was $350 (14% Off)
- Apple AirPods Pro 2: Now $190, Was $250 (24% Off)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do Apple Products Go On Sale On Prime Day?
Yes. As detailed above, Apple products are typically discounted as part of Prime Day—and in a big way at that. What’s more, Apple rarely offers substantial discounts outside of Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so this is an excellent opportunity to save. To make shopping easier, we’ve rounded up the best Prime Day Apple Watch deals, the best Prime Day AirPods deals, the best Prime Day MacBook deals and the best Prime Day iPad deals.
Do MacBooks Go On Sale For Prime Day?
MacBooks are among the many Apple products on sale for Prime Day. Most deals have fallen between 10% and 20% off. That includes our pick for the best MacBook overall, the 13.6-Inch MacBook Air, which is still 25% off.
How Long Is Prime Day 2024?
Amazon Prime Day 2024 kicks off on Oct. 8 at 12:01 a.m. PDT and runs through 11:59 p.m. PDT on Oct. 9. If you have your eye on a discounted Apple product, many offers are already live. That said, they likely won’t stick around for very long, so don’t wait around if you’ve found the product you’re looking for.