Skip to main content

How to Use TheresMac

A complete guide to finding the best Apple product deals

📱 Browsing Products

  1. Visit the homepage to see all tracked Apple products
  2. Filter by category using the buttons (MacBook, iPad, iPhone, Watch, AirPods, Mac)
  3. Search using the search bar (Cmd+K or click the search button)
  4. Sort by Newest, Best Deal, or Price
  5. Toggle New/Refurb to see new or refurbished products

🔍 Viewing Product Details

Click any product card to see:

  • Best current price and which retailer offers it
  • Buying-context chart (90 days)
  • All retailer prices side by side
  • Stock status (In Stock, Limited, Out of Stock)
  • Product specifications
  • Resale value estimate

✉️ Newsletter

Join the newsletter for Apple deals, buying guides, and retailer comparison roundups:

  1. Sign in with Google (click "Sign In" in the navbar)
  2. Join the newsletter
  3. Enter your email
  4. Read the weekly buying guide

The weekly digest is an editorial roundup that links back to TheresMac. It does not monitor retailer price changes for saved products.

📚 Using Buying Guides

  • • Read model-by-model comparisons before you buy
  • • Compare current retailer options side by side
  • • Use buying context to decide whether a deal is worth it
  • • Return to product pages for the latest retailer links

📊 Comparing Products

Compare multiple Apple products side by side:

  1. Go to the Compare page
  2. Select 2-4 products to compare
  3. View specs, prices, and value scores side by side

🏪 Retailer Pages

See all products available at a specific retailer:

  • Apple - Official Apple Store prices and stock
  • Amazon - Wide selection, fast shipping
  • Best Buy - In-store pickup, price matching
  • B&H Photo - Pro gear, no sales tax outside NY
  • Adorama - Camera & tech retailer
  • eBay - Refurbished and used deals
  • Back Market - Certified refurbished
View all retailers →

💡 Pro Tips

  • Best time to buy: Black Friday, Prime Day, Back-to-School (August)
  • Apple releases: New Macs typically October-November
  • Refurbished: Apple's refurbished store offers 15% off with full warranty
  • Education pricing: Students and educators get 5-10% off at Apple
  • Price matching: Best Buy and B&H often match Apple Store prices

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate are the prices?

Prices are updated multiple times per day. Each price shows a timestamp. Prices marked "Estimated" are predictions based on historical patterns.

Is TheresMac free?

Yes, completely free. We earn a small commission when you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you.

Do I need to create an account?

No account needed to browse products or compare retailers.

Ready to Find Your Deal?

Start browsing and compare current retailer options.