Black Friday MacBook deals 2024: our picks for the best early price cuts on Apple laptops

MacBook Air and MacBook Pro on a green and blue background
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If you're looking for a great Black Friday MacBook deal, then now's the perfect time to start shopping, as Black Friday itself is rapidly approaching - it lands on November 29 this year.

As we're now in November, plenty of early Black Friday MacBook deals have gone live, such as the MacBook Air 13-inch with M2 chip for $749 - a discount from Best Buy of $150. Amazon has also been cutting prices on the new base models of the MacBook Air. Previously, the cheapest MacBook Airs came with 8GB of unified memory - a rather paltry amount in 2024. However, Apple announced it was doubling the memory to 16GB for the same price, and that means despite being so new, these models have already got Black Friday deals. A few retailers are selling the older base models with 8GB of memory, but I'd recommend you look for offers on the 16GB models, which will be far more future-proof.

With prices dropping and rising, you won't want to miss out on any great MacBook deals, so I'll be updating this page throughout November into Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with all the best MacBook deals in the US, UK and Australia. I've been reviewing MacBooks for over a decade (including the new MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro, 2024)), so I know what models are worth going for.

While that MacBook (and the other new M4-powered devices Apple has just launched) are unlikely to get any major discounts on Black Friday due to how recent they are, it does mean that older models could see some really good deals crop up as retailers look to clear their stock to make room for the newer models, but if there are any chunky discounts, bookmark this page and you'll be the first to know.

Today's best MacBook deals in the US

Apple MacBook Air M2 (2022)
Apple MacBook Air M2 (2022): was $999 now $749 at Best Buy

Display - 13.6 inches
Processor - Apple M2
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB
OS - macOS

Best Buy has got the excellent MacBook Air M2 model for a decent $150 off, even though it was even cheaper a few days ago. While a newer M3 version is available, we concluded that this is still one of the best laptops you can buy in our MacBook Air M2 review, thanks to the stylish design, clear display, impressive performance, and long 18-hour battery life. For those needing a premium powerhouse for creative apps such as photo editing, video editing and more intense workloads.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M3, 2024)
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M3, 2024): was $1,099 now $899 at Amazon US

Display - 13 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 256GB
OS - macOS

The latest MacBook Air M3 at Amazon has a decent discount of $200. We could see this price drop lower as Black Friday approaches, but if you can't wait, though, this is a good price, and our five-star MacBook Air 13-inch M3 review praised its excellent performance, lengthy 18 hours of battery life and slick fan-less design. We think it's the best laptop you can buy right now for creatives and anyone after a high-end device so if you've got a decent budget you'll love this portable and powerful machine. This is also the new base model of the MacBook Air, which gets a nice bump in memory from 8GB to 16GB.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M3, 2024)
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M3, 2024): was $1,299 now $1,099 at Amazon US

Display - 13 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - macOS

If you fancy the new MacBook Air, but find the 256GB storage of the base model too limited, then the good news is that Amazon is also selling the M3 MacBook Air with 16GB memory and much roomier 512GB SSD for $200 off ahead of Black Friday. This is a great discount, and the 512GB SSD makes it more future-proof, especially for people who work with large files. However, compared to the 256GB model that's also on sale, it means Apple/Amazon are effectively charging $200 for an extra 256GB of storage, which is a bit cheeky. You could buy a larger external hard drive for a lot less. If you don't want that kind of hassle, however, it may be worth taking advantage of this deal.

Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020)
Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020): was $999 now $649 at Walmart

Display - 13 inches
Processor - Apple M1
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB
OS - macOS

Walmart is offering the MacBook Air M1 for a new record-low price of $649, which is a steal for the device that sat atop our best laptop guide for many months. It may be a little dated now but this is still a powerful Apple device that holds up well in 2024. It can handle most users' computing needs: work, browsing, video calls, and even creative tasks such as video and photo editing.

Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024)
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024): was $1,299 now $1,099 at Amazon US

Display - 15 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 256GB
OS - macOS

It may essentially be just a larger version of the MacBook Air 13-inch, but if that's what you want then that's what you get – and it's now reduced to its lowest-ever price at Amazon. Our MacBook Air 15-inch review praised the display, performance, design and speaker array, although we did think the jump in size hurt one of the MacBook Air's key selling points – its portability. Nevertheless, this is still an impressive laptop that was awarded a full five stars – and it's now available for a record-low price - and the new base model gets 16GB of memory, double what it used to be.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 2023)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 2023): was $1,599 now $1,099.99 at Amazon US

Display - 14 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - macOS

Amazon has the previous generation of MacBook Pro 14-inch back down to a record-low price right now. Boasting a powerful M3 chip, stunning liquid retina display and an impressive 22 hours of battery life, this is a complete creative workstation. We awarded this model 4.5 stars out of five in our MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3) review, praising the overall performance, elegant design and long-lasting battery. Make sure you tick the coupon box to take $250 off the listed price to get it down to a very tempting $1,099.99.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 2023)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was $2,499 now $2,299 at Amazon US

Display - 16.2 inches
Processor - Apple M3 Pro
RAM - 18GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - macOS

The 16-inch MacBook Pro from last year has had a decent $200 drop in price ahead of Black Friday from Amazon. While this model doesn't feature the just-released M4 Pro chip, the M3 Pro chip is still an incredible performer, especially when paired with 18GB of unified memory and 512GB of SSD storage. It'll be a long time before the new M4 MacBooks see any big price cuts, so this is the best way to get a very powerful MacBook for less money.

Today's best MacBook deals in the UK

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M3, 2024)
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M3, 2024): was £999 now £914.97 at Amazon UK

Display - 13.6 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB
OS - macOS

Apple's latest version of the MacBook Air is our pick for the best laptop you can buy right now, and while this 8% price cut isn't the biggest saving in the world, it makes Apple's best value MacBook even better value. Windows 11 laptops at this price point just can't compare, and this is an ideal Black Friday MacBook deal for people looking for a thin, light and dependable laptop to use for school and work.

Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024)
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024): was £1,499 now £1,349.97 at Amazon UK

Display - 15 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - macOS

If you fancy the larger model of Apple's latest MacBook Air, then Amazon has a decent £150 off. This is still quite pricey for a non-Pro MacBook, but the M3 is an excellent chip, and it comes with 16GB of unified memory and a roomy 512GB SSD, which means for most people, this MacBook will last you for years to come.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was £1,899 now £1,699 at Amazon UK

Display - 14.2 inches
Processor - Apple M3 Pro
RAM - 18GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - macOS

If you want an incredibly powerful MacBook for creative work, then this deal from Amazon is well worth checking out. You'll save £200 on this workstation laptop with 18GB of memory, which along with the M3 Pro chip, which includes a 11-core CPU and 14-core GPU, makes this an incredible performer, even if it's no longer the most recent model. This price is only for the silver model - if you want it in black, it'll cost £50 more.

Today's best MacBook deals in Australia

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Max, 2023)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Max, 2023): was AU$4,999 now AU$4,394 at Amazon AU

Display - 14-inch
Processor - Apple M3 Max
RAM - 36GB
Storage - 1TB
OS - macOS

Apple Australia has no longer sells the M3 MacBook Pro, and instead is taking orders for the new M4 model. This means the older M3 models are seeing a discount, such as this deal that takes 12% off the still fantastic M3 Max powered machine. Amazon AU has the old list price, so erroneously suggests a 22% discount.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 2023)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 2023): was AU$6,499 now AU$5,744 at JB Hi-Fi

Display - 16-inch
Processor - Apple M3 Max
RAM - 36GB
Storage - 1TB
OS - macOS

While it's not quite the most powerful MacBook on the market – the new M4 chips take that mantle now – the M3 Max is more than enough for most users, and is currently 11% cheaper than pre-ordering the same spec in the newer model. That might not seem like much, but it's a decent discount if you don't need to be absolute cutting edge.

Deals picked by
Managing editor Matt Hanson
Deals picked by
Matt Hanson

I've been covering Black Friday sales events for over a decade, and I'm also a MacBook expert, having reviewed every recent model for TechRadar - and owning two myself! So, I know a good MacBook deal when I see one, and over the years I've discovered the best places to look to get some amazing price cuts on Apple's laptops - and I'm here to share this knowledge with you. If you're on the hunt for a MacBook this Black Friday, then there's only one page you need: this one, right here.

Black Friday MacBook deals: FAQs

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When will the Black Friday MacBook deals start in 2024?

Black Friday 2024 itself is on November 29, with Cyber Monday following on December 2, and you can expect a lot of MacBook deals to go live on those days (and during the weekend between the two dates).

However, as with previous years, retailers are likely to start cutting prices early, so you may find some awesome MacBook deals around early November onwards. Now that the second Amazon Prime Day is over, you should start seeing Black Friday MacBook deals popping up regularly.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a MacBook?

Black Friday is an excellent time to buy a MacBook. Apple devices are usually premium products with premium prices to match, so any chance to snag one with a big price cut is always welcome. And, because MacBooks have great reputations as some of the best laptops you can buy, retailers like Amazon and Walmart often offer eye-catching price cuts over Black Friday to win over customers.

One retailer, however, that doesn't usually join in with the Black Friday deals frenzy is Apple itself. The company's online (and bricks and mortar) stores don't offer price cuts, but usually bundle in gift cards which can make the asking price a bit more palatable. Apple also offers trade in deals, so if you have an older MacBook (or other Apple product) that's in decent condition, you may be able to trade it in to take off a decent amount from the sale price.

What Black Friday MacBook deals should I expect?

It's hard to know for certain what Black Friday MacBook deals there will be in 2024, but we can take a good guess based on current trends and previous Black Fridays. Now that M4 MacBook Pros have launched, I expect to see a glut of M3 and M2 MacBook Pros getting deep discounts, as retailers may be keen to clear their stocks of older models - and that's great news for consumers as these remain excellent laptops, even if they are a few years old by this point.

The more affordable MacBook Air has already received price cuts for both the 13-inch and 15-inch models. They come with M3 chips and launched back in March of this year. While we've not heard any rumors of an M4-powered MacBook Air, the M3 models are due a price cut right around now anyway and the M2 models could fall even further in price. Meanwhile, 2020's M1 MacBook Air has in past Black Fridays seen some huge price cuts, making it an ideal laptop for students. While some great deals on this MacBook could appear during Black Friday 2024, I fear we are coming to the end of retailers' stock (Apple stopped making it a few years ago), so there might be fewer offers this year. Also, at this point, unless you find it for a ridiculously low price, you'd be better off paying a bit more for the M2 or M3 models.

Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday

For over a decade, the TechRadar team have been sharing their deal-hunting knowledge and tech expertise to bring our readers only the best Black Friday deals across a range of products.

We don't just pick super-cheap offers or go for eye-catching price cuts just because prices are low - each deal we find is carefully checked to make sure it offers the best possible value to our readers. That includes checking price histories to make sure the products haven't been previously sold for lower prices, as well as using our decade's worth of tech reporting knowledge to check all of the specifications for the products. We review hundreds of products every year on TechRadar, so there's a good chance we've already used and tested the products we find deals for, and we'll never recommend a product we don't think is worth buying - no matter how tempting the price cut may be.

When it comes to MacBooks, we've tested every model since our launch over 15 years ago, and are regular visitors to Apple's HQ in Cupertino - so you can be sure that we know what we're talking about when it comes to recommending the right MacBook for the right people.

So, on this page you'll not only find amazing deals on the best MacBooks on the market in 2024, but also expert analysis and opinions on each product we recommend.

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Matt Hanson
Managing Editor, Core Tech

Matt is TechRadar's Managing Editor for Core Tech, looking after computing and mobile technology. Having written for a number of publications such as PC Plus, PC Format, T3 and Linux Format, there's no aspect of technology that Matt isn't passionate about, especially computing and PC gaming. He’s personally reviewed and used most of the laptops in our best laptops guide - and since joining TechRadar in 2014, he's reviewed over 250 laptops and computing accessories personally.