20+ Black Friday Apple Deals on MacBook, iPad, and Apple Watch

What we like: Our new top pick for the best smartwatch for iPhone owners. Offers the best combination of style, health and fitness features, app selection, battery life, and price of any smartwatch for any platform. Large active screen area and more premium features than in previous models.

Other things to know: Battery easily lasts for a day on a charge, but if you're doing anything demanding you may find your watch in Power Reserve mode by the end of the day. Deal for the 41 mm body size in aluminum finish with sport band. Two different band sizes available. Select colors available from Amazon.

What we like: Our upgrade smartwatch pick for iPhone owners. Best for triathletes, hikers, and divers who need a smartwatch. Multi-day battery. Large, bright screen. Ultra-loud built-in siren. High-precision dual-frequency GPS. Depth app automatically launches when watch is submerged.

Other things to know: Too much smartwatch for most people. Some find it chunky or unattractive. Rugged 49 mm titanium case. GPS and cellular enabled. Available in three loop band colors and sizes.

What we like: Our upgrade iPad tablet pick. Offers four color options and more processing power than previous models. Bigger, higher-resolution screen and improved cameras. Wi-Fi 6 support. USB-C charging capability. 10-hour battery life.

Other things to know: No headphone jack or home button. Swaps out Lightning port for USB-C. Comes with 64 GB of storage.

What we like: Our budget pick for the best pro tablet and a pick in our guide to the best tablets. Can do almost everything an iPad Pro can do. Fast M1 processor. Lighter and more comfortable to hold. Available in more colors than any other iPad model we've tested.

Other things to know: Frequently available for $500 but has yet to drop even lower. Lacks iPad Pro features such as Face ID and a 120 Hz screen. Compatible with Apple's best accessories. All color options are on sale.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best iPad stylus. Wireless charging. Has a tap system for toggling settings and pressure sensitivity for artists.

Other things to know: Only compatible with iPads that have USC-C ports (and not the most recent 10th generation iPad); doesn't work with older iPads.

What we like: Our top pick for the best iPad Pro case. Provides excellent coverage, a storage slot for an Apple Pencil, and a protective interior liner. Supports multiple viewing angles, has cutouts for all of tablet ports, and protects against drops as far as 4 feet. The built-in camera shield is a nice touch.

Other things to know: Because the Apple Pencil has to snap magnetically to the right side, where the volume buttons are, the right edge of the iPad Pro is always exposed. Deal for the almond milk/mocha/charcoal color option.

What we like: A slightly smaller version of our former top pick for the best laptop for photo and video editing. Doesn't compromise on processing power or color accuracy. Display offers bright images and great contrast. Up to twice as fast as any Windows laptop we evaluated.

Other things to know: Has a slightly shorter battery life. No USB-A port. Specs include M2 Pro processor, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB storage. Recently replaced as top pick by the MacBook Pro with the new M3 Pro processor.

What we like: Our top pick for best MacBook. Brighter display and better webcam, MagSafe magnetic port, and other design updates make for an overall better experience. Powerful enough for daily tasks.

Other things to know: Not ideal for editing photos, videos, or processing large media files for extended periods. Comes with Apple M2 processor, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD. Use code APINSIDER at checkout. Only on sale in the midnight color.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best MacBook. Same general design features we love in the smaller version but with a larger, beautiful screen as well as better sound and slightly cooler temperatures.

Other things to know: Comes with M2 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a 256 GB SSD. You'll need more RAM if you plan on lots of photo and video editing, coding, or other intensive tasks.

What we like: Our budget MacBook pick. Enough memory and storage for most day-to-day work. Approximately 14-hour battery life. Lightweight with solid construction, a comfy keyboard, and industry-leading customer support.

Other things to know: Apple's M1 processor is still good enough for most people, but not as fast as the newer M2 and M3 chips. Comes with 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, 13.3-inch Retina display, one 3.5mm jack, and two Thunderbolt 3 ports. Only available in Gold and Silver via Amazon.

What we like: Another good option from our guide on which MacBook to buy. A higher-powered alternative to our MacBook pick, best suited for those who need the extra processing power. Comes with Apple's fantastic pro-level XDR Display (1,600-nit peak brightness).

Other things to know: About a pound heavier than the MacBook Air and quite a bit thicker. The 16-inch model offers more screen real estate for professional work. Comes with Apple M3 Pro processor, 18 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD; additional upgrades available for purchase. First deal we've seen. Available in black and silver.

What we like: Our former top pick for the best laptop for photo and video editing. Good processing power, color accuracy, and battery life. Display offers bright images and great contrast. Up to twice as fast as any Windows laptop we evaluated on editing, rendering, and exporting video.

Other things to know: Recently replaced by the new M3 Pro processor model. No USB-A port. Specs include M2 Pro processor, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB storage. Available in silver. Use code APINSIDER.

What we like: Our macOS pick for the best mini desktop PC. Compact, fast, and energy efficient. Powered by Apple's M2 processor. Extremely quiet. Can integrate seamlessly with an iPhone or an iPad, as well as Apple services such as FaceTime and iMessage.

Other things to know: Specs include an M2 processor, 8 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD. Memory and storage are not upgradable; we recommend getting an external storage drive. No accessible ports on the front. Matches recent deals we've seen.

Deals on Apple accessories

What we like: Our Apple wireless charging station pick that's best for frequent travelers. Compact and portable, ideal for traveling or those with limited nightstand space. Charges at a full 15W with MagSafe, also compatible with older, Qi-compatible iPhones.

Other things to know: Only two charging spots, one for an iPhone or AirPods case, and one for an Apple Watch. Doesn't come with a 20-watt power adapter. Still quite pricey, even on sale. Comes with 1-year limited Apple warranty. Free shipping for Amazon Prime members.

What we like: An iPhone 14 leather case we like almost as much as Apple's. Ages well over time. Compatible with MagSafe.

Other things to know: A rubber case with a leather panel on the back. Currently only available in the natural leather color. Price includes shipping.

What we like: Our pick for an inexpensive stand that folds for easy carrying in a backpack or bag. Compatible with iPad Air, iPad Mini, Surface Pro, and various phone models.

Other things to know: Recurring deal price. Only on sale in the grey/blue color. Clip the on-page coupon.

What we like: An easy workaround for adding a headphone jack to an iPhone while keeping its charging port free. Lets you use wired headphones, rather than having to buy a wireless pair.

Other things to know: Compatible with Apple devices running iOS 9 software or later. Compatible with headphones, speakers, and other audio devices that connect via 3.5 mm headphone jack or AUX cable.

What we like: The best iPad Pro keyboard case without a trackpad. Comfortable design with backlit keys and good tactile feedback. Case separates from keyboard to protect iPad when not typing. Two viewing angles. Pairs with up to two devices.

Other things to know: Wider and heavier than some competitors, but the extra bulk isn't severe, and it brings added functionality.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best Qi wireless charger. Offers the fastest wireless charging we've ever measured and easy magnetic alignment. A stand-style charger.

Other things to know: Best suited for iPhone 12 or later models. Doesn't come with the 20 W USB-C wall adapter you need to power it.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best iPad stylus. Wireless charging. Has a tap system for toggling settings and pressure sensitivity for artists.

Other things to know: Only compatible with iPads that have USC-C ports (and not the most recent 10th generation iPad); doesn't work with older iPads.

What we like: Our pick for the best Bluetooth tracker for iOS users. Broad search network for precision locating. Replaceable coin battery. Can help find lost wallets, keys, and more.

Other things to know: Doesn't have any way to ring your phone if it's nearby. No built-in method of attaching to anything. Solid deal for an individual tracker. If you're interested in stocking up, deals for multi-packs typically offer a better price per tracker.

What we like: Our MagSafe pick for the best Apple wireless charging station is great if you have an iPhone 12 or newer. The easiest to use and the best looking. Offers the fastest possible wireless charging speeds. Phone locks magnetically into place, there's no way to misalign it.

Other things to know: Comes with a wall adapter. The charging station's two-year warranty also covers your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods if something goes wrong while they're charging (up to $2,500).

What we like: Great for purchasing Wirecutter-recommended Apple products or accessories. Essentially $15 of free money for purchases from Best Buy or Target. Redeemable in stores or online.

Other things to know: Deal reflects in-cart. Email delivery. Go to apple.com/redeem to add to your Apple account. Use your balance for online and Apple Store purchases.

Deals on AirPod-alternative headphones

Here's the truth: We don't actually recommend Apple AirPods for the simple reason that we've found better Bluetooth earbuds out there. And right now some of our favorites are on sale for Black Friday.

What we like: Our top pick for the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Solid sound quality, great battery life, and active noise cancellation. Each earbud can work independently. Dual-device connectivity. Comes with a $5 gift card from Newegg.

Other things to know: Does not support voice-activated assistants such as Alexa or Siri. IPX4 water resistance, 18-month warranty. Limited touch controls. On sale in black with promo code BFCY2Z564. Newegg gift card will be delivered via email four days after purchase. Deal price is also available from Amazon.