Why You Can Trust CNET Best Apple TV Deals: Save on New and Open-Box 4K and HD Models
Save some cash on one of Apple's streaming devices with these discounts.
It's worth hunting down an Apple TV deal given how expensive the device is compared to the likes of those from Roku, Amazon and Google. But despite Apple's streaming device costing a bit more than the competition, there are benefits to keeping all of your devices in the Apple ecosystem, such as useful integrations with your Apple ID, iTunes purchase history and Apple services such as Apple TV Plus and Apple Fitness Plus, plus the sleek and intuitive user experience that Apple is known for.
If you're in the market for a new Apple TV and you want to save on your purchase, we've rounded up the places to buy one right now.
Best Apple TV 4K deals
If you have a 4K TV at home and want to take advantage of it, the Apple TV 4K is for you. The 2022 model that went on sale late last year has an upgraded, modern A15 Bionic chip powering it, HDR10 Plus support, a USB-C Siri Remote as well as double the storage as standard. It also starts at $129, down from the previous $179 starting price, though you'll need to spring for the $149 128GB model if you want Ethernet support, which was previously included across the board.
Given the pricing proximity even with the below deals, this new 2022 Apple TV 4K has been our recommendation among Apple's streaming boxes, as its significant processor jump should provide more longevity than even 2021's model.
The 2022 Apple TV 4K features a modern A15 Bionic processor, more storage, a new USB-C powered Siri Remote and a lower starting price than prior models. It has seen slight discounts since its launch but it's back to full price right now. It is also worth mentioning that if you want an Ethernet connection, you'll need to spring for the 128GB version.
Again, the latest 128GB Apple TV 4K is list at its full price most places with only B&H offering a slight discount. This version has double the storage of the entry-level model and also has that built-in Ethernet port.
If you don't think you'll benefit from those headline features and are still looking to save a few bucks, the 2021 model works really well and is still a solid buy when you can get it on sale. It comes in two options, one with 32GB of storage and the other with 64GB, and runs Apple's A12 Bionic chip (similar to what was in 2018's iPhone XS and XR). It also includes a Siri Remote that charges through Lightning and the Apple TV box itself has Ethernet support as standard.
The now previous-gen Apple TV 4K model is getting harder to find since its discontinuation last year, but you can find a deal on one if you know where to look. Right now, for example, the base 32GB model is available for just $95 via Best Buy. Though it's no longer available to ship, some local stores still have it available for pickup.
The more capacious 2021 Apple TV 4K isn't seeing quite as good a deal right now, down to $140 at Amazon. That's nearly $60 off its list price, but you can get the latest Apple TV 4K for less with the same capacity or the 128GB version for just a few bucks more, making this a bad deal.
Best Apple TV HD deals
With the unveiling of the 2022 Apple TV 4K, Apple killed off the Apple TV HD. The move makes sense given the new lower starting price for the 4K model and the fact that the Apple TV HD was essentially a 2015 piece of hardware with a 2021 remote. The A8 chip powering it was getting a little long in the tooth, plus ultra HD TVs are way more accessible these days, with a plethora of 4K TV deals available at any time.
Unless the Apple TV HD is on a deep discount, you should avoid it.
We've seen the Apple TV HD on sale for as little as $59, which was a record low price for the fifth-gen device and made it a decent option for those wanting to spend the absolute least on an Apple streamer. It's back up to $79 right now, which isn't a terrible price, but you should really get a 4K-capable model if you can spare the extra cash.
Best Apple TV Remote deals
In 2021, Apple released a new Siri remote that ditched the previous generation's design and trackpad and brought better buttons, making it much easier to use. One of the great things is that you don't need to upgrade your Apple TV in order to use the new remote: You can seamlessly connect it to your existing Apple TV.
Apple has given the remote a minor upgrade with its 2022 Apple TV revision, dropping the Lightning charging port in favor of one with USB-C. Functionally, however, both last year's remote and the 2022 USB-C versions are identical and work with the same Apple TV devices.
If you want to keep your existing Apple TV but despise the remote, you can ditch the somewhat annoying trackpad and upgrade to make the experience better overall. While there are no direct discounts on the USB-C-powered remote right now, you can nab some freebies at Best Buy where a 30-day trial of FuboTV streaming is thrown in, as are three months of Apple TV Plus and four months of both Apple Music and Apple News Plus for new or returning subscribers.
Don't mind charging via Lightning instead of USB-C? The previous-gen Siri Remote is a few bucks off and is functionally identical outside of its charging mechanism (and you'll need to charge it very infrequently).
Refurbished Apple TV deals
The advantage to buying a refurbished device directly from Apple is that you can save some cash and you'll still get a full warranty should any issues arise. Apple's supply of refurb Apple TV models fluctuates with devices dropping as low as $99 at times. That being said, it currently doesn't have any devices in stock.
While new models are sold out there, select Best Buy stores have open-box stock of the 2021 64GB Apple TV 4K. Models in excellent condition start at $89, with fair condition devices going for even less.
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