Apple raised the base price of its MacBook Neo to $699, up from $599, and simultaneously added the model to its Certified Refurbished store. The refurbished 256 GB version lists for $599, while the 512 GB Touch ID variant is $679. Both come in Blush, Citrus, Indigo and Silver, packed with a 20 W USB‑C charger. The devices run macOS 14 and feature the same M2 chip as the standard model.

Apple markets refurbished units as “quality products at great prices,” backed by a one‑year limited warranty and a 14‑day return window. No engraving or gift‑wrap options are available, and inventory levels remain unclear. For shoppers focused on savings, Amazon currently lists a brand‑new base‑model Neo at $589 and the 512 GB Touch ID model at $689, undercutting Apple’s refurbished pricing. They retain the same 13.3‑inch Retina screen.

Even though the refurbished Touch ID model saves a few dollars versus a new purchase, the marginal price gap makes a brand‑new Amazon unit the smarter deal for most buyers. With Apple’s price hike likely to propagate across other product lines, shoppers can leverage current Amazon discounts before the market aligns with Apple’s revised pricing. Consumers should verify Amazon’s seller ratings before purchasing.