Why You Can Trust CNET Best MacBook Air M2 Deals: Save Up to $300, Including on the Fleeting 15-inch Model
Although Apple's M2 MacBook Air isn't the newest model anymore, it's still a great laptop, especially when it's discounted.
With the launch of the M3 MacBook Air models, the prices on the previous generation M2 MacBook Air are starting to fall. Apple has reduced the starting price of the 13-inch M2 MacBook Air to $999, which means we can expect retailers to begin discounting it even further. However, following the release of the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air, Apple has discontinued the 15-inch M2 MacBook Air. This means it's harder than ever to find a deal on that particular model. Any that do crop up are likely to be limited in terms of availability as stocks start to dwindle, so if you see a deal in stock, don't wait.
We've found all the best M2 MacBook Air deals on the market right now, and you'll find all the best prices below. We'll also continue to update this list to make sure that the latest prices are available too. Looking for the best prices on the latest models? Be sure to check out our collection of the best M3 MacBook Air deals before you buy anywhere else.
No matter which M2 MacBook Air you choose, you'll get one with a fast M2 processor. With an increase in performance of up to 40% over the M1 and a massive 18 hours of battery life, it's a great chip.
It's not just the increased battery life that put the MacBook Air M2 at the top of our list of best laptops. You also get a nice-size screen on both models: the 13.3-inch bumps up to 13.6 inches, and then there's the completely new 15.3-inch display. Ultimately, if you want a thin and light, portable Mac, it's hard to go wrong with one of Apple's latest MacBook Airs, unless you find a particularly great deal on an M1 model.
Best 13-inch MacBook Air M2 deals
Following the release of the 15-inch MacBook Air, the original 13-inch model saw a $200 price cut. That's a rare move for Apple, and the device is even more attractive at its new $999 starting price. It's possible to spend even less on one with the below deals.
B&H Photo is currently selling the entry-level 13-inch M2 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for $849, a $250 saving over B&H price of $1,099 although it's really a $150 savings compared with the new $999 price that Apple charges for this configuration. The only available color at this price is silver.
You can currently get the 13-inch MacBook Air M2 for $939, a $60 savings on the current price listed at Apple. This price is for the 8GB model.
Similar to Walmart, you can get the 8GB 13-inch MacBook Air M2 at Amazon for $60 less than the retail. Right now, only Amazon has this deal on the starlight variation.
While there are no straightforward discounts at Best Buy right now, you can get up to $825 in trade-in credit when you trade in a similar device.
Apple has lowered the price to $999 so there aren't any additional discounts on the MacBook Air M2, however they do have a trade-in program that could save you some money. The amount of trade-in credit will vary wildly depending on what make and model computer you are trading in.
Best 15-inch MacBook Air M2 deals
The 15-inch MacBook Air M3 has been on the market for only a few months. The launch of this latest model came with the announcement that Apple would discontinue the 15-inch MacBook Air M2. However, we've found a few places still carrying it at a discount.
Amazon is often a great place to go for Apple savings, and right now the 15-inch MacBook Air is modestly discounted by 11%. Amazon's prices can change without warning, so be sure to nab this offer while you can.
Best Buy might have the best savings out there right now, with an impressive $300 off the usual asking price of Apple's biggest MacBook Air, across multiple colors and configurations. Don't sleep on this deal.
The 15-inch M2 MacBook Air is a big-screen laptop with lots of power, even though it might not be the latest model anymore. Right now, you can still find it at B&H for $1,249, which is $250 off the usual asking price for the model with 16GB of RAM, but the only color option is midnight.
Walmart has the 15-inch MacBook Air M2 in starlight, space gray and silver for $1,134. That price is for the 256 SSD, 8GB of RAM.