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Apr 14, 2026 6:55 PM

M5 Macbook air deal at bestbuy with extra 200$ tradein value $599

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Post Date	Sold By	Sale Price	Activity
10/05/26	Best Buy	$1,099 Frontpage	1
07/10/26	Amazon	$950 Popular	11
06/21/26	Best Buy	$949 Frontpage	28
05/28/26	Best Buy	$889	3
05/25/26	Best Buy	$901 Popular	16
05/04/26	Best Buy	$949 Frontpage	18
04/30/26	Walmart	$950 Popular	5
04/09/26	Best Buy	$949 Frontpage	34
04/06/26	Amazon	$949 Frontpage	27

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Walmart	$1,256

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The M5 MacBook Air deal centers on a strong Best Buy trade in promo that can cut the upgrade price sharply, especially for M1 through M3 MacBooks. The best results come from adding the M5 to cart first and checking trade in at checkout, where some M1 and M2 machines show totals around $350 to $525, with tax refunds sometimes improving the net even more. The main catch is that the advertised extra value is easy to misread, since the bonus appears to be about $150, not a flat $200, and eligibility can vary by model, RAM, condition, and location. It is a compelling upgrade path if your current MacBook still has trade in value left.

M1 MacBook Air owners who want a low-effort upgrade and are okay doing the trade-in through Best Buy because commenters say the cart/checkout flow can surface the higher trade-in (e.g., $350 shown when adding the M1 at checkout) and store pickup/trade-in can be smoother than shipping.
trevortypes khal tenderidol metaclass
people trading in an eligible older MacBook (like an M1 Air) specifically to buy an M5-series MacBook Air/Pro at Best Buy because the extra trade-in credit is tied to the M5-series promo and can show up as a higher trade-in amount when you check trade-in value at checkout.
highlanderfil trevortypes metaclass
buyers who are upgrading to double RAM/storage and want the deal to effectively "pay for" the spec bump because commenters describe the trade-in + sale math as making the upgrade feel worth it (e.g., double RAM/storage plus warranty/AppleCare for an effective cost around the $525-$680 range after tax/refund).
Eric18 Corrosive khal
people who can price match the M5 sale price (e.g., to Amazon) and then apply the trade-in promo because at least one commenter reports stacking price match + trade-in promo to reach a much lower effective price.
metaclass freebies4me2 Shomedamoney
M2 Air owners who use the laptop daily and want a straightforward trade-in path because one commenter said the upgrade looked like a deal at about $629 before tax if they were using the laptop every day.
OoTLink

buyers expecting the "+$200" trade-in to always show up as advertised because multiple commenters say they only saw $150 bonus (and not $200), or that the net increase was much smaller (like +$50) after cart adjustments.
jmarston4 LxBru PurpleScene795 PurpleScene795
buyers whose exact RAM/storage config isn't offered in Best Buy's trade-in lookup because commenters report friction like no option for 16GB M1 Air on the guided search or trade-in lookup failing for certain serial/configs.
TheGoodWillOut achilles_xboxmode LucasTP
people with an M4 MacBook Air (or configurations excluded by the promo terms) because commenters note the extra-trade promotion excludes M4 and that eligibility is limited to certain chip generations/models.
mblim highlanderfil
Intel MacBook owners (e.g., Intel 2020 MBP) because one commenter said their Intel 2020 MBP got no bonus and was only worth about $100 trade-in, making the deal not worthwhile.
chambo622
people considering trading a still-usable M1 MacBook Pro if the upgrade would be a downgrade in screen/speakers for their needs because one commenter argued they wouldn't make the trade since the M5 Air would have a smaller, lower-quality screen and speakers than their current setup.
Eric18

The deal can produce a higher effective refund when tax is refunded on the MacBook Air M5 purchase.
highlanderfil tenderidol Corrosive
The trade-in workflow can be smoother with store pickup and in-person trade-in verification.
trevortypes metaclass tenderidol
The upgrade can be compelling when it doubles RAM and storage while adding AppleCare coverage.
Eric18 Shomedamoney Corrosive
The promotion can effectively increase trade-in value when the M5 is added to cart first and the trade-in value is checked at checkout.
trevortypes highlanderfil

The advertised extra $200 trade-in value often does not appear in the trade-in calculator, showing only $150 off and different trade-in credit amounts.
jmarston4 LxBru johnlau PurpleScene795
Eligibility for the extra trade-in credit is limited by specific M5-series models, eligible old MacBook chips, and condition or location requirements.
highlanderfil mblim achilles_xboxmode
The promotion can fail to apply to certain configurations or product types, including open-box or refurb M5 models.
cg006 achilles_xboxmode pcman2000
The trade-in values can be lower than other trade-in options, which can reduce the net benefit after comparing offers.
VioletRaccoon567 DarrinH7785

Common Questions (5)

The extra trade-in value applies only when buying an M5 MacBook Air or M5-series MacBook Pro and trading in an eligible MacBook Air or MacBook Pro with an M1, M2, or M3 chip. M4 models are excluded, and some 16GB custom configurations may not appear in Best Buy's guided trade-in lookup.
highlanderfil remfan mblim LucasTP
No. The promo shown in the comments is an additional $150 trade-in value for eligible M1-M3 MacBooks when buying an M5 MacBook Air or Pro, and several trade-in quotes only show the normal value plus that bonus. The "$200" figure appears to come from specific cart math or a separate trade-in estimate, not a universal bonus.
jmarston4 LxBru highlanderfil PurpleScene795
The trade-in promo is applied after tax on the trade-in portion, while tax is still calculated on the full retail price of the new MacBook. Several comments note that Best Buy also refunds the tax difference, which can make the effective out-of-pocket cost lower than the headline price.
VioletRaccoon567 tenderidol Corrosive metaclass
Yes. For a 2020 M1 Air, Best Buy quotes around $350 to $400 in some cases, while Apple EDU or Apple trade-in quotes can be higher, such as about $816 versus roughly $650 at Best Buy after tax effects. The better choice depends on the exact model, condition, and whether you value the Best Buy sale price more than the trade-in payout.
TooLat3 passmaster16 khal tenderidol
Add the M5 MacBook Air to cart first, then use checkout's trade-in flow and enter the M1 there; that path can show the higher promo value. The trade-in page by itself may show a lower estimate, and store pickup with in-store trade-in seems to preserve the best estimate better than mail-in.
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75 Comments

Randmness

Apr 15, 2026 2:29 AM

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RandmnessApr 15, 2026 2:29 AM

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Man...this is pretty good deal. I traded in my custom M1 Air to Apple directly, but I have another one that I may use for this.

DCM67

Apr 15, 2026 3:09 AM

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Joined Feb 2010

DCM67Apr 15, 2026 3:09 AM

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Can't replicate the extra $ for trade in. Shows value (either way) $550.00 for my M4 16/256.

tenderidol

Pro

Apr 15, 2026 3:39 AM

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Joined Feb 2006

tenderidol

Pro

Apr 15, 2026 3:39 AM

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2020 M1 base model is showing $150+$275. As mentioned above, sales tax gets added to the $375, which makes it an almost $400 refund.

VMasked

Apr 15, 2026 4:01 AM

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Joined Dec 2007

VMaskedApr 15, 2026 4:01 AM

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any reason to upgrade if your m1 is fine?

Corrosive

Apr 15, 2026 4:21 AM

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Joined Oct 2012

CorrosiveApr 15, 2026 4:21 AM

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If you click on the "See Details" it shows the breakdown. It's giving me a total of $525 for an M2 Macbook Air 16gb/256gb. Tax makes it more like $550 I think so that's not too bad.

LavenderPickle7682

Apr 15, 2026 5:54 AM

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Joined Sep 2019

LavenderPickle7682Apr 15, 2026 5:54 AM

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Quote from VMasked

any reason to upgrade if your m1 is fine?

Nope. Most people feel the need to "keep up with the joneses" -- always upgrading to the latest bauble or trinket, instead of wearing out what they have. Or using it until it no longer meets their needs.

The M1 CPU is perfectly fine for most casual use -- because it's almost the same as the Macbook Neo's phone chip processor. And people are gushing over that machine.

The M1 series of processors are still being supported by Apple, with no End-of-Life date yet set. And once that date comes and goes, it's not like the machine magically stops working...you just stop getting updates. Unless some catastrophic exploit is revealed, you'll probably be fine using the machine for at least several years past EoL.

Shomedamoney

Apr 15, 2026 6:00 AM

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Joined Jul 2018

ShomedamoneyApr 15, 2026 6:00 AM

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Quote from jmarston4

Can you clarify what you're seeing? Based on the image in your screenshot - I don't see anything extra. $150 off the price of the M5 air (standard) and $350 in trade in credit for your M1 MB Air. BB's page says there is a $150 bonus credit, but again not seeing that in your screenshot.

Buying the M5 gives you added trade value when I was checking, plus the M5 sale discount is higher. A M4 Macbook was $999 AND $150 less trade ( for my M1 MBP 13) vs the M4 on Sale for $950 with $425 trade ($150 higher trade and better sale price comes to $200 less than a M4 to get the M5, not sure if that's what OP meant about extra $200 or not but the M5 is way better deal than M4. I'll probably keep my M1 for now but seems like a good deal if you need to upgrade.
When I switched item to the M4 this message popped up:
"Selecting a different product can affect your trade-in value. Review your new trade-in value before proceeding. Previous Est. Trade-in Value: $425.00 New Est. Trade-in Value: $275.00".

Shomedamoney

Apr 15, 2026 6:40 AM

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ShomedamoneyApr 15, 2026 6:40 AM

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Quote from VMasked

any reason to upgrade if your m1 is fine?

Is it a M1 Air or M1 MBP? I have a 2020 m1 MacBook Pro and it still works well but I'd get $425 trade in making the M5 Air price $525 after sale/trade to go from M1 to newest M5 chip, double my 8g ram to 16, double my 256 hd to 512 and get very slightly larger screen, newer better battery and 1 yr AppleCare (assuming new Macs still get that?) Wasn't even shopping for a new laptop but since mine is 6 yrs old I'm starting to talk myself into it. On another rebuy site I got a quote of round $217 for my computer so getting almost double trade value plus the extra sale discount makes it hard to think I'd get a better deal on a M5 without waiting like 3 yrs and my trade will only go down over time, Interested to hear other opposing opinions though....
Does Best Buy do this type of sale with extra trade value every year or is this a new deal? Think a similar sale will happen next year on the m6?? I could see my M1 for a year but if this is a one-off special sale makes it seem more worth puling the trigger

Last edited by Shomedamoney April 15, 2026 at 01:01 AM.

rup831

Apr 15, 2026 10:23 AM

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rup831Apr 15, 2026 10:23 AM

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Quote from Shomedamoney

i am on the same boat man.

OoTLink

Apr 15, 2026 10:37 AM

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OoTLinkApr 15, 2026 10:37 AM

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Quote from Corrosive

If you click on the "See Details" it shows the breakdown. It's giving me a total of $525 for an M2 Macbook Air 16gb/256gb. Tax makes it more like $550 I think so that's not too bad.

I saw the same thing for my M2 15" air 8gb/512gb. It's solid for a zero effort trade-in.

At $629 before tax to upgrade to the M5 model, it'd probably be a deal if I were using that laptop every day but I have a mac studio at my very comfortable desk.

The laptop is only used for video calls and ... watching jack vale fart videos with my mom lol. True story. Big Grin

ymmvIaccede

Apr 15, 2026 10:48 AM

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Joined Jun 2008

ymmvIaccedeApr 15, 2026 10:48 AM

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Can someone please share experience trading in a cracked/broken screen Apple laptop?
Is it even possible to categorize cracked screen as "poor" condition trade in?

kingbob2

Apr 15, 2026 11:05 AM

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Joined Jul 2005

kingbob2Apr 15, 2026 11:05 AM

155 Comments

better than nothing

ImpulseShopper96

Apr 15, 2026 11:06 AM

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Joined Jan 2021

ImpulseShopper96Apr 15, 2026 11:06 AM

153 Comments

Good deal if you have the Macbook to trade in already

mblim

Apr 15, 2026 11:31 AM

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Joined Mar 2014

mblimApr 15, 2026 11:31 AM

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Quote from DCM67

Can't replicate the extra $ for trade in. Shows value (either way) $550.00 for my M4 16/256.

M4 is excluded. Says m1-m3 in the terms

flipmeister

Apr 15, 2026 11:51 AM

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Joined Jan 2013

flipmeisterApr 15, 2026 11:51 AM

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Anyone sticking to the "people just want the latest" as a reason NOT to upgrade right now are flat out wrong.
We are about to see a supply shock that will make early COVID days of TP shortages seem cute. In my work I am already seeing this due to a combination of compute resources being unobtainable due to AI and now suppliers in Asia are closing facilities as energy shortages hit.
Now is an excellent time to lock in laptop upgrades if you are on the fence because prices by end of the year will be way higher than today.

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