Overview
- Apple raised prices on Mac and iPad models in June 2026, and that shift has pushed buyers to consider refurbished options as a cost-saving route.
- Apple’s Certified Refurbished Store is currently listing the 13‑inch M5 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB) at $1,099 and the 14‑inch M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB) at $1,699, each covered by Apple’s one‑year limited warranty and a 14‑day return policy.
- Third‑party renewed marketplaces such as Amazon Renewed are offering larger discounts on older Apple models that can reach hundreds to more than $1,000 off new prices, but those listings commonly include only a 90‑day limited warranty and variable device condition.
- Buyers choosing between official refurbs, third‑party renewed units, and new models must weigh savings against shorter warranties, limited supply of certified stock, differences in model generation and specs, and the ability to add AppleCare to official refurbs.
- If certified stock remains limited, consumers should expect deal-driven shopping behavior to continue and retailers or resellers to shift prices and availability, meaning the best savings may depend on timing and willingness to accept older hardware or shorter warranty coverage.