Need a little Air in your life? Apple released the new M4 iPad Air this year, which replaced the iPad Air with the M3 chip is one of our favorite tablets. Both tablets are among the best on the market right now. But, Apple increased the prices of some of its products a few days ago, which also affected the price of the iPad Air. We don’t want you to pay higher prices, which is why we scoured websites and found you the best discounts.
The new M4 iPad Air has an eight-core CPU and a nine-core GPU, giving you faster performance. It also uses the new N1 chip, which supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. The 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air with M4 come in blue, purple, starlight and space gray, with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB options. The 11-inch starts at $749, while the 13-inch starts at $949.
Here’s how you can save on the newest M4 iPad Air, as well as the now previous-gen M3 models.
Best M4 iPad Air deals
The new M4 iPad Air is now available at Apple. You can save up to $690 with a trade-in. Savings depend on what you’re trading in. If you use your Apple Card,* you can get 3% back.
Amazon is not offering any discount on the 11-inch M4 iPad Air. All colors are available, so you can pick your favorite model and choose the storage.
There aren’t any direct discounts at B&H. However, you can get your sales tax back as cash back if you use a B&H Payboo Credit Card.* In addition, B&H has a trade-in program allowing you to send in your old Apple devices. The amount varies depending on the type of device and condition. For example, your 11th-gen iPad could net you up to $220 back.
Best Buy isn’t offering any discount on the M4 iPad Air right now. But you can save up to $350 off with an eligible trade-in. You’ll get some freebies thrown in, too. This includes three free months of Apple TV, Apple Music and Apple Fitness. You’ll also get Apple Arcade for two months.
If you have a device to trade in, you can potentially save up to $500. Just keep in mind, most trade-ins won’t net you that much. This offer is valid regardless of which Verizon plan you’re on.
Best M3 iPad Air deals
M3 iPad Air (1TB with cellular) at Amazon
Amazon is currently out of stock of the 128GB, 256GB and 512GB 11-inch M3 Air. Only the blue 1TB model with Wi-Fi and cellular is available for $1,261.
Most of the other configurations are not available. Stock and pricing are currently volatile, so be sure to double-check that the one you want is in stock and that you’re not buying from an unverified third-party seller.
M3 iPad Air (Wi-Fi with cellular) at Best Buy
You can save up to $250 on the 128GB M3 iPad Air and grab it for $499 now. Every purchase also gets you up to three free months of Apple Fitness, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade. You’ll also get Apple TV for one month and Apple News for two months. Plus, Best Buy has its own trade-in program. Exchanging your old tablet from Apple, Samsung, Google or another brand could save you up to $350.
Double-check before placing your order, as some deals are pick-up only (and others are offered by a third party, which we don’t recommend). Before checking out, make sure the delivery option works for you and that it is sold and shipped by Best Buy.
M3 iPad Air at PC Richard
Right now, you can take $111 off the M3 11-inch 128GB in all colors at PC Richard. This drops the starting price to just $488.
Since this is a clearance item, it is not available in some areas due to limited quantities. Be sure to double-check availability in your area.
M3 iPad Air (13-inch) at Best Buy
You can get the 256GB M3 iPad Air for $879 right now, a $170 discount off its original price of $1,049. You can also save more by trading in another device.
What is the best iPad Air deal right now?
If you’re looking for straightforward discounts, Best Buy is offering $250 off on the M3 iPad Air. If you’re looking to exchange an older model, Apple is offering significant trade-in discounts that can save you over $600.
*All information about the Apple Card, B&H Payboo Credit Card and Adorama Edge Credit Card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuers.
How we choose iPad Air deals at CNET
Discounts on the latest Apple devices can be hard to come by, but CNET’s dedicated deals team has years of experience helping readers score savings on top tech. Above, we’ve rounded up straightforward discounts currently available on the iPad Air, along with additional ways to save. These include any trade-in offers, exclusive discounts when you pay with a specific credit card and any free services you may get with the purchase. We also ensure that all featured deals are sourced from a trustworthy retailer, so you never have to wonder if a bargain is too good to be true.
The new M4 iPad Air comes with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB options. The 11-inch starts at $599, while the 13-inch starts at $799.
The M3 iPad Air is also available in two sizes. The 11-inch model starts at $599, the 13-inch model starts at $799 and both come with 128GB of storage. You can upgrade to 256GB of storage for an extra $100, 512GB for an extra $300 or 1TB for an extra $500.
Both the 11- and 13-inch models of the M3 and M4 are available in four colors — space gray, blue, purple and starlight (a light gold color).
Apple almost never offers discounts on its own devices — especially the latest models — so you’ll have to look elsewhere if you’re hoping to pick up an iPad Air on sale. Major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart are a good place to start — especially during major shopping events. It’s also worth seeing what deals are available at smaller online retailers like Adorama, B&H Photo and Newegg, as they may be offering some under-the-radar bargains that aren’t being matched at larger competitors.
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