Best Apple Labor Day Deals: It’s Not Too Late to Save on iPads, AirPods, and More

Whether you need to replace your lost Apple AirPods or upgrade your MacBook, now’s the time to save. Thanks to extended Labor Day deals, some of our favorite Apple devices are now significantly reduced. But time is of the essence, as these deals could expire at any moment, so shop while you can.

Apple product discounts are rare, so this is a great time to make sure you pick up some new tech. While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out our roundups of the best deals on appliances, TVs, and even mattresses. You’re sure to find something that catches your eye.

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Best Labor Day iPad Deals

The ninth-generation iPad may not be the latest and greatest model available today, but it’s still a great option if you want a budget Apple tablet. Right now, you can pick one up for just $199, a savings of $130 off the original price.

• iPad Air, 13-inch (M2, 128GB): $729 (save $70). An excellent balance between price and performance.
• iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, 256GB): $950 (save $50)When you need top performance, the iPad Pro has you covered.
• iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, 256GB): $1,195 (Save $104). Apple’s fastest iPad with the biggest and best display ever.
• iPad Mini (6th generation, 64GB): $380 (save $119)It’s been around for a few years now, but Apple’s compact tablet is still powerful.

Best Labor Day Apple Watch Deals

The Apple Watch Series 9 is the current model, but one that will soon be replaced by a new model. At $100 in savings, it’s still worth a look, but act quickly because this price won’t last long.

Best Labor Day AirPods and Beats deals

Battery life Suitable for up to 20 hoursNoise reduction Yes (ANC)Multiple point NoHeadphone type Wireless over-ear headphonesWater resistant No IP rating

The AirPods Max are among the best wireless headphones available today, and they have a price to match. Depending on the color variant you choose, you can save $150 off the regular price.

Read our Apple AirPods Max review.

Best Labor Day Mac Laptop & Desktop Deals

Apple just made the display on its thinnest laptop a little bigger. If you’re in the market for a new MacBook Air, the 15-inch M3 model is currently on sale for $1,449 — saving you more than $200 off the original retail price. You’ll also get 512GB of storage space for all your important documents and precious photos.

• 13-inch MacBook Air M1 (256GB): $649 (Save $50)Incredible performance and a vivid display in a sleek, portable design.
• 13-inch MacBook Air, M2 (256GB): $799 (save $200)The new design and excellent battery life make it perfect for school or work.
• 13-inch MacBook Air, M3 (256GB): $900 (save $199)An excellent machine that you will enjoy for years to come.
• 24-inch iMac, M3 (256GB): $1,100 (Save $199). A beautiful display, excellent design and powerful internal components.
• Mac Mini, M2 (256GB): $499 (save $100). When you need a compact computer with great performance.
• Mac Mini, M2 Pro (512GB): $1,199 (Save $100)Professional performance in a small package.
• 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max (1TB): $2,899 (save $300)With an M3 Max, 36GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, laptops don’t get much faster.

More Labor Day Apple Deals

Note-takers and artists should definitely consider adding an Apple Pencil to their iPad. Right now, you can pick up the second-generation model for a modest savings of $14.

Read our preview of Apple Pencil 2.

Looking for iPhone deals? Be sure to check out our roundup of the best phone deals to score one at a great price.

Does Apple Offer Labor Day Deals?

While the Apple Store doesn’t have a Labor Day sale — and rarely offers discounts outside of educational promotions — it’s possible to find deals on Apple devices and accessories from authorized retailers. The best deals usually coincide with big events like Prime Day or a major holiday, which makes Labor Day a great time to take advantage of an Apple sale on a variety of devices. If you’re looking to spend less, try to skip the newest releases. You’ll find bigger discounts on previous-generation models or refurbished devices.

Where are the best Labor Day sales?

You can find big discounts for Labor Day at hundreds of retailers. Some of the places you can shop for big discounts include Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Home Depot, and Lowe’s. You’ll also find many other smaller retailers hosting Labor Day sales.

How We Pick the Best Labor Day Deals

At CNET, we have a team of expert shoppers and bargain hunters with years of experience helping shoppers understand which big sales and deals are legit and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, the Fourth of July and countless other shopping events. We’ve gotten really good at weeding out the scams and superficial deals. We look at real discounts, quality ratings and time left on the sale when choosing which deals to show you.

• Real discounts mean just that. We look at the price history of all items sold to make sure that no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem bigger than it is.
  
• Quality reviews are important for any product, but especially for big purchases like grills, furniture, and appliances. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn’t really worth it.
  
• The remaining sale time is a big part of our review process. If a deal seems short or only available for remaining stock, we will let you know up front so you don’t come back to the deal later and be disappointed.