Which? members' most loved: Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (2023)

In a new weekly round-up of trending products, the MacBook Air 15-inch (2023), with its superb speakers and great battery life, has been the most popular laptop review among Which? users this week. 

But is it the best laptop? Our experts have tested the MacBook Air 15-inch (2023) to see how fast its processor is, what the keyboard and touchpad are like and how the screen and webcam work. 

What we think

If your laptop needs a battery, speaker and screen upgrade, the MacBook Air 15-inch (2023) is a good option to consider.

We liked its fast-processing (Apple M2 processor) and 15-hour battery life, and it's a suitable desktop replacement thanks to its 15.3-inch high-resolution screen. The keyboard and touchpad are standard MacBook fare with shallow buttons and a large and responsive mouse pad. It weighs 1.49kg.

But how does it handle 20 tabs open at once? You can log in or become a Which? member to read our full Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (2023) review.

How much does it cost and where can I buy one? 

At the time of writing, the cheapest price we've found is £1,279.97 at Amazon - 9% off its typical £1,399 price. 

It is also available for £1,285 from AO (£114 discount). 

Compare prices from major online retailers below:

Our round-up of the best August deals also features a MacBook Pro 13-inch (2022) on sale if you're after a bigger saving.

What should I consider when buying a laptop? 

If you're overwhelmed by the different choices when it comes to choosing the right laptop you're not alone. We spoke to our laptops expert, Michael Passingham, to find out how to spot the rotten apples in the orchard of options.

'The MacBook Air is undoubtedly an attractive and desirable laptop, but if your budget doesn't stretch that far there are plenty of ways to get the right model at the best price. When buying a laptop you can save a lot of money by choosing what to compromise. 

For example, if you need one that's fast and has good battery life, but don't need the most vibrant screen, you can spend around £500 vs upwards of £800 for one with a great screen. By simply de-prioritising features you don't need, you can save a lot and still get a laptop that's perfect for your requirements.'

Popular alternatives

MacBooks can be on the pricey side, but regularly feature in sales. The MacBook 13-inch (2002) is currently on offer in the August sales. 

But if you're looking for something a little more budget friendly, we've rounded up some other popular and cheaper alternatives that don't hit the £1,000 price point. 

Read our laptop reviews before you buy.