The Best Apple Labor Day Deals to Upgrade Your Setup

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. Here’s how we test products and why you should trust us.Apple2 min readPrices on Apple gear shot up this year. Thanks to ongoing memory and storage shortages, the cost of Macs, iPads, Apple TV, and HomePod have climbed as much as a few hundred dollars each. All this makes Labor Day worth circling on your calendar. Apple isn’t exactly famous for discounts, but the holiday weekend has retailers cutting prices on AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks. With the higher prices in full effect, these markdowns are a rare chance to save, whether you’re heading back to school or upgrading your home setup.Shop Apple Labor Day Deals on AmazonApple left AirPods prices untouched in this year’s hike, and right now we’re seeing some great discounts. The entry-level AirPods 4 are the easy impulse buy, especially if you don’t care about features like noise cancellation; however, if you do want to block out a noisy roommate, you can snag the third-generation AirPods Pro at a solid $50 off. The AirPods Max 2 are also on sale, giving you plenty of options to choose from. You can also save on Beats audio, which are part of the Apple family and share much of the same under-the-hood tech.Apple AirPods Pro 3Now 20% OffApple AirPods 4Now 23% OffGreat Balance of FeaturesApple AirPods 4 with ANCNow 17% OffApple AirPods Max 2Now 18% OffCredit: AppleBeats Studio ProNow 43% OffApple MacBook and iPad Labor Day DealsMacs have been hit hardest by Apple’s price increases, and they’re also where the discounts get smaller. Even a modest discount is worth a look, and we expect to see more of them as Labor Day weekend approaches. The MacBook Air is the one most students and everyday users should buy, because it’s light, fast enough for 99 percent of tasks, and has a battery that will last all day. If you actually need the extra power to edit 4K video files, you can save up to $240 off the step-up MacBook Pro. An iPad is a great option for young people getting their first device, and the entry-level model is $400 right now.Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5)Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro)Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5)Now 7% OffApple’s Most Powerful LaptopApple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro)Now 8% OffApple iPad 11-inch (A16 chip)Now 11% OffAirTags and AccessoriesIf you already own all the Apple gear you need, Labor Day is a great opportunity to save on things like AirTags and other accessories. I bought the four-pack of the AirTags and put one on my car keys, in my backpack, on my bike, and in my Nintendo Switch 2 case. Elsewhere, you’ll find deals on the Apple Pencil (USB-C), a MagSafe charger for topping off an iPhone, and other desk essentials you may need at home or at the office.Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) - 4 PackNow 19% OffApple Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)Now 13% OffApple Magic Keyboard FolioNow 30% OffApple Apple MagSafe Charger (2m)Now 18% OffApple 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power AdapterNow 34% OffEditor's Note, August 27, 2026: Apple Watches were full price at the time of publish. We will be keeping this page updated through Labor Day and expect to see modest Apple Watch deals and more markdowns on MacBooks and iPads as the holiday approaches.