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Like Prime Day, Prime Big Deal Days offers plenty of Apple gear on sale.
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Not to be mistaken with Amazon Prime Day itself, which happens in July, Prime Big Deals Days and their slew of bargains run October 7 and 8. The deals, including bargains on Apple gear, started early. And they’re going strong Tuesday through at least Wednesday.

We’ll show you the best Prime Big Deal Days deals on Apple gear, from AirPods to iPads to MacBooks to the Studio Display. And that includes Apple audio subsidiary Beats, too. Click on the links below. And don’t forget to return to this page. Deals often change, often becoming even better bargains. And they tend to get extended, too.

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Best Apple deals in Prime Big Deal Days 2025

Amazon will probably update deals through at least Wednesday. And if you prefer Best Buy, you should note that it often matches many of Amazon’s Apple deals.

Table of contents:

  1. Accessories
    1. AirPods
    2. Beats
    3. AirTag
    4. Apple Pencil
  2. Apple Watch
  3. iPad
    1. iPad
    2. iPad mini
    3. iPad Air
    4. iPad Pro
    5. Keyboard cases
  4. iPhone cases
  5. Mac
    1. MacBook Air
    2. MacBook Pro
    3. Mac mini
    4. iMac
    5. MagSafe Charger
    6. Studio Display

Prime Big Deal Days bargains on Apple accessories

Deals on AirPods

Most affordable AirPods
AirPods 4
$129.00 $89.99

Apple redesigned AirPods 4 for exceptional all-day comfort and greater stability. It features the Apple-designed H2 chip with Voice Isolation that improves the quality of phone calls in loud conditions.

This version does not include active noise cancellation, but Apple does offer AirPods 4 with ANC for a slightly higher price.

Pros:
  • Most affordable AirPods
  • Excellent sound quality
  • USB-C wireless charging case
Cons:
  • No active noise cancellation
10/05/2025 07:54 pm GMT

Beats headphones, earbuds and speakers

Excellent entry-level ear buds
Beats Solo Buds
$79.99 $69.95

The Beats Solo Buds delivers 18 hours of battery life and works with Android and iPhone. Its carrying case is also the smallest ever designed by Beats.

Pros:
  • Affordable
  • Long battery life
  • Super small charging case
Cons:
  • Limited features
  • Charging cable is not bundled
10/05/2025 08:42 am GMT
Compact cans with big sound
Beats Solo 4 On-Ear Headphones
$199.95
Pros:
  • 50 hours battery life
  • Personalized Spatial Audio
  • Apple and Android compatible
  • Lossless audio over cable
Cons:
  • No active noise cancellation
10/07/2025 12:20 pm GMT

AirTag

Volume discount!
Apple AirTag 4-pack
4.5
$99.00 $64.99

What’s better than one AirTag? Four of them! At a discount.

Attach an AirTag to anything that gets misplaced frequently, like a keyring, or something important you’d be very sad if it goes missing, like your luggage. Then locate it with the Find My app on iPhone.


Pros:
  • Best tracker tag for Apple users
  • Good for long-range and short-range tracking
  • Save by buying four
Cons:
  • Need accessory to attach to keyrings, etc.
10/06/2025 05:55 pm GMT

Apple Pencil

Stylus maximus
Apple Pencil Pro
5.0
$129.00 $99.00

The best stylus for new Apple tablets: the M4 iPad Pro, the M3 iPad Air and M2 iPad Air, plus the iPad mini 7. We gave it the maximum rating in our hands-on review, and found that its pro features are worthy of the price.

Pros:
  • Advanced features like the new squeeze gesture, haptic feedback and support for hover.
  • Excellent for note-taking, image editing and artistic endeavors.
  • Finally works with Apple's Find My network.
Cons:
  • Only works with latest iPads.
  • High-end stylus comes with high-end price tag.
10/07/2025 05:40 am GMT

Make sure that whichever Pencil you buy is compatible with your iPad.

Apple Watch

Thinner and lighter than before
Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42 mm case, rose gold aluminum)
$399.00 $329.00

The Apple Watch Series 10 sports a sleek new design with a slimmer chassis, a bigger display and a faster chip. The build quality is also better than before.

Pros:
  • Sleek, stunning design
  • Bright display
  • Fast charging
Cons:
  • Battery life does not last 24 hours.
10/07/2025 12:41 pm GMT
  • Apple Watch Series 10 [GPS 46mm] with Rose Gold Aluminum Case with Light Blush Sport Band – M/L. Fitness Tracker, ECG App, Always-On Retina Display, Water Resistant with AppleCare+ (2-Years) — $508 $368 ($140 off, or 28%)
  • Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch with Aluminum Case, Midnight case with Ink Sport Loop and Starlight case with Lake Green Sport Loop — $298 $203.99 ($94 off, or 32%)
  • Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch with Aluminum Case, various color combinations — $249 $169.99 ($80 off)
  • Apple Watch Ultra 2 [GPS + Cellular 49mm] Smartwatch, Sport Watch with Black Titanium Case with Dark Green Alpine Loop — $799 $649 ($150 off)

Prime Big Deal Days deals on iPad

Best budget tablet
Apple iPad 11 with A16 chip (2025 model)
$349.00 $279.00

Apple's entry-level tablet gets a solid upgrade, with a welcome boost to the base model's storage. It's a great option for watching videos, checking emails, surfing the web and more.

Pros:
  • A16 processor
  • Ultra Wide 12MP front camera supports Center Stage
  • Storage starts at 128GB
Cons:
  • Does not support Apple Intelligence.
10/07/2025 12:42 pm GMT
  • iPad with A16 chip, 11-inch Model, Liquid Retina Display, 256GB, Wi-Fi 6 + 5G Cellular, 12MP Front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — $599 $429 ($70 off, or 12%)
  • iPad (9th Generation): with A13 Bionic chip, 10.2-inch Retina Display, 64GB, Wi-Fi, 12MP front/8MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life – Silver — $329 $307 ($22 off)

 iPad mini

Tiny tablet with big talents
iPad mini 7 (2024)
$499.00 $379.00

iPad mini 7 is tiny but boasts an 8.3-inch screen. iPadOS makes it a powerful computer, and it beats even the largest iPhone for watching video or playing games.

Pros:
  • So very portable
  • Great ebook reader
Cons:
  • Kind of pricey
10/07/2025 12:44 pm GMT
  • iPad mini with A17 Pro chip, 8.3-inch Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, Wi-Fi 6E, 12MP Front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life with AppleCare+ (2 Years), Blue — $568 $438 ($130 off, or 23%)

iPad Air

Power and efficiency
M3 iPad Air (11-inch, 2025)
$599.00 $449.00

The midrange iPad is the perfect all-around tablet for students, work and casual living room use.

Pair with the Magic Keyboard for a laptop-style keyboard and trackpad. Works with Apple Pencil (USB-C) and Apple Pencil Pro.

Pros:
  • Powerful, desktop-class M3 chip
  • Lightweight, all-screen design
  • Optional keyboard and Apple Pencil accessories
Cons:
  • Does not have Face ID
10/07/2025 04:40 am GMT
  • M3 iPad Air (13-inch, 2025), Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, Wi-Fi 6E, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life: Starlight, Blue, Purple, Space Gray — $799 $649 ($150 off, or 19%)

iPad Pro

Apple’s best selling tablet
M4 iPad Pro (11-Inch, 2024)
5.0
$999.00 $899.00

iPad Pro is Apple’s most powerful, with the best-looking display. It’s a no-compromises tablet for those ready to get things done.

Pros:
  • Gorgeous screen
  • As powerful as a MacBook
Cons:
  • Pricey
10/06/2025 08:43 pm GMT
  • M4 iPad Pro: Ultra Retina XDR Display, 1TB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, LiDAR Scanner, Wi-Fi 6E, Face ID, All-Day Battery Life — Space Black — $1,599 $1,499 ($100 off, or 6%)
Top tablet
M4 iPad Pro (13-Inch, 2024)
$1,299.00 $1,099.00

Built for Apple Intelligence, Apple's top tablet features an Ultra Retina XDR Display, 1TB SSD, 12MP front/back camera, LiDAR Scanner, Wi-Fi 6E + 5G Cellular, Face ID, all-day battery life and more.

Pros:
  • Thin and light
  • Beautiful display
  • All-day battery life
Cons:
  • Expensive
10/07/2025 12:49 pm GMT
  • M4 iPad Pro: Ultra Retina XDR Display, 1TB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, LiDAR Scanner, Wi-Fi 6E, Face ID, All-Day Battery Life — Silver — $1,899 $1,699 ($200 off, or 11%)

iPad keyboard cases

iPhone cases and wallets (Apple)

Apple's rugged option
Apple iPhone 17 Pro TechWoven Case with MagSafe (green)
$59.00 $49.99

Made from 100% recycled polyester, the pebbled back of Apple's new TechWoven cases feels grippy and durable. "Multiple colored yarns are woven together on a Jacquard loom creating a dimensional texture with a rich depth of color," Apple says. The sides are made of lightly textured TPU, with anodized aluminum buttons.

Pros:
  • TechWoven material feels like it will last a lifetime and provide solid protection.
  • Aluminum buttons "provide precise and responsive feedback."
  • Comes in five colors (blue, purple, sienna, green and black).
Cons:
  • A bit less streamlined than Apple's other cases.
10/07/2025 04:10 pm GMT
Apple’s official case
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Clear Case
$49.00 $38.99
Pros:
  • MagSafe
  • Works with Camera Control
  • Shows off your color
10/05/2025 05:43 am GMT

Prime Big Deal Days deals on Mac

MacBook Air

So portable, so powerful
M4 MacBook Air (13-inch, 2025)
$999.00 $799.00

Powered by Apple's M4 chip, this 13-inch laptop delivers excellent performance and extreme efficiency in the same gorgeous design as last year's model. It packs two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a MagSafe connector for fast charging, with Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. It comes in four colors, including an interesting new sky blue.

Pros:
  • Outstanding Apple design
  • 18-hour battery life
  • Supports Apple Intelligence
Cons:
  • Limited ports
10/07/2025 03:47 pm GMT
Sleek and speedy
M4 MacBook Air (15-inch 2025)
5.0
$1,199.00 $999.00

MacBook Air with the M4 chip lets you blaze through work and play. With Apple Intelligence, up to 18 hours of battery life, and an incredibly portable design, you can take on anything, anywhere.

Pros:
  • Slim and light
  • Gorgeous 15-inch high-res screen
  • Powerful M4 processor
Cons:
  • Minimal ports
10/07/2025 03:47 pm GMT

Prime Big Deal Day deals on MacBook Pro

14-inch MacBook Pro Laptop with M4

Apple's midrange laptop fits a colorful 120Hz display, acres of space with 1 TB storage and 24GB memory, and all-day battery life in a compact size.

Pros:
  • Compact 14-inch size
  • Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Plenty of ports
Cons:
  • Same M4 chip as MacBook Air
Apple's largest laptop
16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro
4.5
$2,499.00 $2,249.00

Apple's flagship laptop packs a roomy 16-inch 120Hz display, powerful internals with 24GB memory, and all-day battery life.

Pros:
  • M4 Pro chip is powerful and efficient
  • Gorgeous screen
Cons:
  • Same (great) design as previous models
10/07/2025 03:45 pm GMT

M4 chip

M4 Pro chip

M4 Max chip

Mac mini

Mini but mighty!
2024 M4 Mac mini
$599.00 $499.00

Apple's tiny new desktop features an M4 chip with 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU "built for Apple Intelligence," plus 16GB unified memory, 256GB SSD storage and Gigabit Ethernet.

Pros:
  • Apple M4 chip is powerful
  • Compact desktop design
Cons:
  • Headphone jack on front
  • BYODKM (bring your own display, keyboard and mouse)
10/05/2025 07:42 am GMT

iMac

All-in-one dream machine
2024 M4 iMac
4.0
$1,299.00 $1,149.00

Colorful and capable, Apple's refreshed all-in-one desktop computer is fun and functional.

Pros:
  • Latest M4 chip for great performance
  • Seven color options, with color-matched accessories
  • 24-inch 4.5K display looks great
Cons:
  • Limited number of ports
10/06/2025 09:42 am GMT

MagSafe Charger

Studio Display

Apple Studio Display
$1,599.00 $1,479.00

The 27-inch Apple Studio Display packs an impressive panel coupled with a six-speaker system and studio-quality microphones.

It’s not as beautiful as Apple's Pro Display XDR, but the Studio Display costs thousands less.

Pros:
  • Crystal clear 5K resolution
  • Excellent color accuracy
  • 12MP Center Stage camera
Cons:
  • Expensive
  • Lacks HDR
  • Height-adjustable stand costs extra
10/06/2025 01:43 pm GMT
  • Studio Display – Nano-Texture Glass – Tilt- and Height-Adjustable Stand ​​​​​​​– $2,219
  • Studio Display – Nano-Texture Glass – Tilt-Adjustable Stand — $1,899 $1,679 ($220 off, or 12%)

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