The best Apple deals for early Prime Day in October 2024

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event in October is just around the corner: The Amazon sale is returning – and is expected to be bigger than ever this year – ahead of the holiday season, which takes place from October 8th to 9th.

If you're looking to start your holiday shopping early and have your sights set on Apple products, we've found early October Prime Days deals that will interest you. Apple products rarely go on sale, but if you know where to look, you can save on devices like iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, AirPods, and Apple Watches.

Also: October's best Prime Day deals now live

At ZDNET, we've scoured the internet to find the best deals on Apple products. Because Apple deals have historically been rare and discounts may be lower than competing products, our usual savings threshold of around 20% or more doesn't always apply – but we're still happy to list any worthwhile discounts on Apple products that are we find to save You have some cash.

These are the best early Amazon October Prime Day deals for Apple devices available now.

Our favorite Apple deals for early Amazon Prime Day in October

• Apple AirPods 4 for $119 (Save $10): Apple's AirPods 4 wireless earbuds are among the iPad and iPhone maker's newest earbuds and are available at a small $10 discount.
• Apple iPhone 16 Models for $0.01 (Save $829): Get an iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, or 16 Pro Max for virtually free when you sign up for a Boost Mobile Wi-Fi plan through Amazon now.
• Apple AirPods Max for $449 (Save $100): If you prefer over-ear designs, consider the $100 discount on Apple's premium AirPods Max headphone line.
• Apple iPad Mini (6th Gen) for $389 (Save $110)Also read: Apple's 6th generation iPad mini is also on sale. This model has an 8.3-inch display, an A15 processor and 64GB of storage.
• Apple 2024 MacBook Air for $1029 (Save $70): Enjoy $70 off when you buy a 13-inch 2024 MacBook Air at Amazon – our pick for the best lightweight laptop you can buy.
• Apple iPad Pro for $949 (Save $50): Looking for a top-of-the-line iPad? Amazon is here for you. You can save $50 when you buy an 11-inch iPad Pro powered by an M4 chip.
• Apple iPad (9th Generation) for $224 (Save $105): For an incredibly cheap iPad, consider the 32% discount on a 9th generation model.
• Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) for $130 (Save $39): One excellent deal we spotted is a pair of 3rd generation Apple AirPods, now discounted by almost $40.
• Apple iPad Pro for $1,389 (Save $110): If you're looking for a premium tablet to help you with your work and productivity, consider the Apple iPad Pro, which is currently on sale.
• Apple 2023 MacBook Pro for $1,299 (Save $300): You can also save $300 on a 14.2-inch MacBook Pro, a work laptop with an M3 chip, 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
• Apple AirTag 4-Pack for $80 (Save $20): Do you lose your keys forever? Take advantage of Amazon's offer on a four-pack of Apple AirTag trackers.

More Apple offers for Prime Day in October 2024

• Apple Pencil for $69 (Save $10): Have you lost or broken your Apple Pencil? If so, you can save $10 on Amazon to purchase a USB-C replacement model.
• Apple iPad (10th Gen) for $474 (Save $25): A budget iPad that we often see discounted at Amazon events is back this year. You can save on a 10th generation iPad with a 10.9-inch display, 64GB of storage, and Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity.
• Apple 2023 iMac for $1594 (Save $105): Designers and creative minds may want to take advantage of a $105 discount on a 2023 Apple iMac all-in-one desktop PC.
• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) for $189 (Save $60): If you're looking for a cheap smartwatch, you can save $60 on a 40mm Apple Watch SE with GPS connectivity.
• Apple Watch Series 9 for $329 (Save $100): You can save $100 on a 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 with GPS connectivity. Multiple color options are available including Midnight.
• Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $735 (Save $64): Alternatively, save $64 on an Apple Watch Ultra 2 model, now available for $735. This 49mm option features GPS and cellular connectivity.
• Apple iPad Air for $549 (Save $50): With an 11-inch Liquid Retina display, M2 processor, and 128GB of storage, you can save $50 on an iPad Air at Amazon.
• Apple AirTag for $25 (Save $4): If you want to buy a single AirTag to keep track of your items, there's a small discount on these trackers in Amazon's sale.

Apple accessories deals for October Prime Day 2024

October Prime Day FAQs

When is Amazon's Prime Day in October 2024?

Amazon has confirmed that the dates for Prime Day in October 2024 will be October 8th and 9th, a few days earlier than last year. The 48-hour event begins October 8th at 12:01 a.m. PDT. While that's exclusive to Prime members, it doesn't mean you can't take advantage of some great deals – or even sign up for a trial membership while the event is active.

Are Apple products really cheaper on Prime Day?

Apple products can be cheaper on Prime Day and similar events, but there are often only a handful of real eye-catcher deals – and most of them are in limited stock. However, retailers often move old inventory to make room for new ones as part of such sales events, and you can often enjoy great deals on refurbished inventory too.

How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?

ZDNET keeps its finger on the pulse of the consumer tech market. Our deal finders have extensive experience finding the best bargains for our readers and only recommend interesting products that they would like to buy.

We like to feature products that are at least 20% off and those that are rarely on sale – and that includes Apple products, of course. ZDNET writers also use price comparison tools and trackers to determine the value of the deals we highlight in our guides.

In addition, we take into account our customers' reviews and feedback and some of our recommendations may be based on our own purchases and practical tests.