eBay EOFY 2021 sales: save big on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods Max and more

eBay has officially launched its EOFY deals, and we’re seeing plenty of great offers live on the site. There are discounts on the premium MacBook Air, gaming monitors and top-end tablets from Apple and Samsung.

If it’s a new set of headphones you’re after, some of our top picks from Bose, Sony and Microsoft are available for less, while the ultra-sleek Apple AirPods Max can be picked up for the lowest price we’ve seen to date, which just goes to show how great EOFY sales can be.

There’s plenty of discounts for home tech too, from TVs to Dyson vacuums and smart home gadgets. Or if it’s a fitness watch you’re after, there’s an incredible deal on a Garmin multi-sport watch that’s on sale for half price – saving you a massive AU$700.

With millions of items available on eBay, it can be difficult to hunt down exactly what you want while knowing that you’re getting a good deal. That’s why the TechRadar deals team is here to help you through June, finding all the best EOFY discounts and highlighting them here.

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eBay discount codes this week

• PFYS20 | 20% off selected items | Ends: June 27
• PEOFY22 | 22% off selected items for eBay Plus members | Ends: June 27
• MICRO20 | 20% off selected Microsoft Surface products | Ends: June 22
• PPSS100 | AU$10 off (min. spend AU$100), AU$50 off (min. spend AU$500), AU$100 off (min. spend AU$1,000) for Plus members | Ends: July 1
• PLUSF5 | 5% off eligible items for Plus members (min. spend AU$15) | Ends: July 1

eBay EOFY 2021: best deals

Laptops, PCs & peripherals

Apple MacBook Air M1 | 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD | AU$1,499 AU$1,399 at Wireless1 on eBay (save AU$100)

Packing Apple’s astonishing M1 processor, the latest MacBook Airs can outperform Intel laptops that cost more than twice their price – which is why they sit at the very top of our list of best laptops of 2021. You can score AU$100 off the RRP of this 256GB model in grey, silver or gold with code PPSS100. If you'd prefer the 512GB version, you can get AU$100 off with the same code, bringing it down to AU$1,749.

Asus ROG Strix G17 | i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD / RTX 2070 | AU$2,399 from AU$2,099 on eBay (save up to AU$300)

While it doesn’t feature the latest 3000-series graphics cards, this is a good deal on an Asus gaming laptop. It comes equipped with a 10th-gen Intel Core i7 CPU and an RTX 2070 GPU, which together should get you a decently powerful machine. Anyone can save 20% by entering the code PFYS20, while Plus members save 22% by using PEOFY22.

Samsung 27-inch curved monitor (CR500) | AU$259 from AU$202.05 on eBay (save AU$56.95)

We’ve found great discounts on monitors this end of financial year, and this is a cheap deal on a 27-inch curved display from Samsung. It comes with super-thin bezels on three sides to maximise screen space, and a 1800R curved screen to pull you in. It also comes with support for AMD FreeSync to make action look seamless onscreen. Anyone can get 20% off the listed price with the code PFYS20, while Plus members save 22% with PEOFY22.

AOC 34-inch curved gaming monitor (CU34G2X) | AU$579 from AU$506.25 on eBay (save up to AU$72.75) 

In our review of this monster monitor from AOC, we found it delivered exceptional performance. We found it was immersive, without the curve of the screen feeling too overwhelming. Its 144Hz screen refresh rate and 1ms response time are excellent, as well as support for AMD FreeSync which work wonders during intensive battles. Note that while the retailer has inflated the RRP, you’ll still save with the code PFYS20, while Plus members save AU$72 using PEOFY22.

LG UltraGear 27-inch gaming monitor (27GL850) | AU$599 from AU$519 on Computer Alliance eBay (save up to AU$80)

This gaming monitor from LG is an IPS panel, so it’s got great colours over a wide viewing angle. It features 1440p resolution, and a 144Hz screen refresh rate, plus support for both AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync. All told, these specs should get you fluid gameplay. Anyone can get a discount on this monitor with the code PPSS100.

Gaming

HTC Vive Cosmos | AU$1,299 AU$719.20 on Microsoft eBay (save AU$579.80)

The HTC Vive Cosmos only got three stars in our review, and that’s because it’s a little tricky to set up on a PC, and the device had some tracking issues. That said, it’s since received significant software and firmware updates, which has made it a far better headset. This base model of the Vive Cosmos can also be upgraded over time if you want to get more serious by swapping out the front faceplate. This VR headset is now AU$719.20 when you use the code MICRO20.

Smartphones & tablets

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (256GB) | AU$1,349 AU$1,079.20 on Microsoft eBay (save AU$269.80)

It’s not the star of Samsung’s family of flagships, but the Galaxy S21 is still a fantastic phone. It’s got powerful internals, and the three-camera array on the back is versatile and impressive. The screen is a 6.2-inch AMOLED display, and it comes with a 120Hz refresh rate for super-smooth scrolling. This discount comes on the 256GB version, and it’s available in grey, pink and violet. All you need is the code MICRO20.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 (128GB, Wi-Fi) | AU$1,049 AU$749 on The Good Guys eBay (save AU$300)

If you’re looking for an alternative to the iPad, consider nabbing this heavily discounted Samsung Galaxy Tab S7. It has a premium build and a gorgeous 11-inch, 120Hz display, making it one of Samsung’s finest tablets yet. An S-Pen is included in the box too. This huge saving is available when using the code PPSS100 at checkout.

iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | AU$1,649 from AU$1,549 on Wireless1 eBay (save AU$100)

We think the iPad Pro 12.9 is the best tablet you can buy, with phenomenal power, a stunning display and a plethora of small upgrades that together equal a huge change for the device. If you’d prefer something a little smaller though, the 11-inch iPad Pro is also discounted. A range of colours and storage options are on sale, all you need is the code PPSS100 to save on the brand-new tablet.

Audio

Sony WH-1000XM4 | AU$399 AU$321.50 on eBay (save AU$77.50)

Sony’s WH-1000XM4 are our pick for the best headphones of 2021. They boast a winning formula of excellent noise cancellation and surprising sound quality all in a lightweight, comfortable design. Updates such as multipoint pairing, conversational awareness and DSEE Extreme audio upscaling really take them up a notch too. Non-members can enter PFYS20 to save 20% off the listed price, while Plus members save 22% by using PEOFY22.

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | AU$399.95 AU$255.20 on Microsoft eBay (save AU$144.75)

This is the lowest price we can remember seeing on the Surface Headphones 2. They have a better battery life and a more comfortable fit than the original headphones, complimenting their fantastic noise cancellation and warm, wide sound. These cans are available in grey or black, and anyone can get 20% off their already-discounted price using the code MICRO20.

Apple AirPods Max | AU$899 from AU$688.75 on eBay (save AU$210.25)

The Apple AirPods Max are among the best-sounding headphones we've ever tested, but their high price tag will be a dealbreaker for many. If you’re an Apple devotee that’s keen to buy, this is a very decent price drop. Audio performance is simply incredible, and noise cancellation is great too. Anyone can save 20% off the listed price by using the code  PFYS20, while Plus members save 22% with PEOFY22.

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Bose QuietComfort 35 II | AU$499 AU$274.55 on Mobileciti eBay (save AU$224.45)

The Bose QuietComfort 35 II have class-leading noise cancellation and a nice, balanced sound that should satisfy most listeners. They’re also incredibly comfortable, and while it’s not the flagship offering from Bose, they’re much cheaper. Plus members can grab a discounted pair in black or silver with the code PLUSF5.

TVs

Hisense 65-inch 65Q8 4K TV | AU$1,495 AU$1,269 on Powerland eBay (save AU$226)

This 65-incher is from Hisense’s 2020 ULED range, which brings targeted backlighting all across the panel, allowing for black levels similar to an OLED. It’s also got support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos audio. It’s a small discount, but a great price on a TV with these specs. Enter PPSS100 to nab this discount, available from Powerland’s eBay store.

Smart home

Apple TV 4K (2017, 32GB) | AU$184 AU$174 on The Good Guys eBay (save AU$10)

This is the older Apple TV 4K streaming box that was first released in 2017. Since a newer 2021 version has just been released, you can now get this previous-gen model much cheaper. The newer version has a faster processor and a better remote, but if you’d rather save the cash, this isn’t a bad deal. To get this discount, use the code PPSS100.

Wearables

Garmin Fenix 6 Sapphire | AU$1,299 AU$599 on eBay (save AU$700)

The Garmin Fenix 6 is the best multi-sport watch money can buy, but the range usually doesn’t come cheap. eBay has slashed the price of the premium wearable, saving you a massive AU$700. It’s got top-notch adventure tracking and GPS-based mapping for when you’re off the beaten path. As the Sapphire version, it features a scratch-resistant sapphire lens. Now heavily discounted to anyone with the code PPSS100.

Appliances

[EBAY PLUS EXCLUSIVE]

Dyson V7 Cord-free | AU$599 AU$358.15 on The Good Guys eBay (save AU$240.85)

This is one of the most affordable Dyson vacuums you can get your hands on, and while it is an older model it’s still a fantastic vac. Dyson says the unit offers up to 30 minutes of fade-free power, while you’ll only get about 10 minutes of runtime if you use its highest power setting. Now down to AU$358 for Plus members with the code PLUSF5.

eBay EOFY 2021 sale: when is it?

Australia’s end of financial year falls on June 30, and as the beginning of June approaches, lots of Australian retailers will kick off their own EOFY sales. Retailers use this time to sell older stock and make way for newer items, dropping the prices on plenty of products.

EOFY sales typically begin on June 1 and continue until June 30, although many retailers will jump the gun and start to offer deals in late May. While eBay hasn’t confirmed its own EOFY sale at this point, there’ll undoubtedly be lots of EOFY offers from eBay sellers going live in June.

eBay EOFY 2021 sale: deal predictions

eBay is known to have consistent sales throughout the year, so there’ll certainly be plenty of discounts come EOFY. We’ve frequently covered eBay sales too, so we feel confident we can make a few predictions around what to expect in the month of June.

From gaming laptops to OLED TVs, the best flagship smartphones to noise-cancelling headphones, we’re expecting many good deals this end of financial year. Here are some of our predictions:

Laptops, PCs & peripherals

Dell, Lenovo and Microsoft all have their own official eBay stores, and we often see the stores offering 20% off everything they have listed – including already discounted items. With that said, we feel there’s a good chance that at least one or more of these computing powerhouses will offer another 20% off sale during EOFY.

Computing gear are some of the most popular items to purchase during EOFY sales, so keep an eye out for discounted laptops and PCs, as well as savings on accessories such as keyboards, mice and SSDs – maybe even those hard-to-find RTX 3000-series GPUs. (Well OK, probably not those... but wishes do sometimes come true!)

Gaming

With ongoing stock issues, it’s unlikely you’ll find the PS5 or Xbox Series X discounted during EOFY. There’s potential for the cheaper Xbox Series S to see a small price drop though, particularly from Microsoft’s own eBay store. The Nintendo Switch is frequently on sale on eBay, though we haven’t seen a steep price cut in some time. Keep an eye out for Nintendo Switch bundles, and the latest games going cheap.

Smartphones & tablets

Good smartphone discounts are few and far between throughout the year, but there can be decent deals to consider during EOFY if you’re looking to upgrade. Allphones and Mobileciti both have stores on eBay, and these are likely your best bets if you want to buy a new handset such as the iPhone 12 or Samsung S21.

Do note however that several stores on eBay list inflated recommended retail prices, and the discount may not be as good as it seems. If you’re looking to snag a tablet, we’ve seen genuine discounts from Wireless1’s eBay store on the iPad Pro 2021 and iPad Air 4 of late.

Home entertainment & personal audio

eBay is a great place to pick up a discounted TV. That’s because retailers such as Sony, The Good Guys and Bing Lee all have official stores on the marketplace, and they’re often included in eBay sales. On many occasions, an eBay sale has meant shoppers can get an even cheaper price on an item that’s already been discounted by the retailer.

We’ve seen stunning OLEDs and 4K smart TVs already dropping in price outside of big sales, so we're looking forward to seeing how much more affordable they'll be during 2021 tax-time.

We’re also anticipating deals on top-notch headphones from Sony and Bose, and potentially the Apple AirPods Pro and Apple AirPods Max. While discounted prices may not match Black Friday offers, tax-time deals still see a decent chunk of change saved on premium products.

Cameras

The EOFY sales are also a great time for photographers – beginners, pros or hobbyists – to grab the latest gear. DigiDirect has an official store on eBay, and it’s a great place to find discounts on gear from Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm and more. Mirrorless cameras are likely to be the most popular snappers to go on sale, though DSLRs and compacts may also be available too. Lenses, tripods, bags and SD cards may also see decent price drops.

Smart home devices

Smart home gadgets aren’t particularly popular on eBay, but if you’re looking to find one on sale, your best bet will likely be The Good Guys or Bing Lee. Google’s range of smart speakers, display and TV gadgets can be found for less, and the Chromecast with Google TV has proved to be a popular sale item on the site. You mightn’t think so, but even smart home devices from Amazon can be found on eBay, though you may find them cheaper elsewhere. 

Home appliances

If the appliances in your home are looking a little out of date, the EOFY sales will help you save plenty on the brand-new appliances you want. Dyson has an official store on eBay, and we’ve seen plenty of handsticks – from the V7 right up to the V11 – go on sale. Retailers such as Myer and Peter’s of Kensington have official stores, so keep an eye on them if you’re looking for great deals on smaller kitchen appliances too.

eBay EOFY 2021 sale: best offers from last year

Apple AirPods Pro | AU$399 AU$319.20 (save AU$79.80)

These noise-cancelling earbuds from Apple are quite costly, and rarely see a decent discount at that. But during eBay’s EOFY sales last year, a 20% discount was available on the AirPods Pro, and it proved to be a very popular deal with stock levels fluctuating.

LG CX 55-inch OLED | AU$3,295 AU$2,690 (save AU$605)

The LG CX was our favourite OLED of 2020, and it’s only recently been updated in the form of the LG C1 OLED. It sports a super-slim design, emits stellar picture quality and has great gaming features too. We’ve seen it on sale recently, and while there's not a lot of stock left in the market, there's a good chance that what's left will be available at this price again this EOFY.

Fujifilm X-T4 (body only) | AU$2,899 AU$2,599 (save AU$300)

We still rate the Fujifilm X-T4 as the best mirrorless camera you can buy, and that’s because it shoots excellent stills and 4K video, making it a great all-rounder. We’ve seen this snapper dip below the AU$2,000 mark in sales since, so keep an eye out for it this EOFY.

Dyson V11 Absolute | AU$1,199 AU$999 (save AU$200)

The V11 Absolute is still one of the best Dyson vacuums you can buy, and during eBay’s last EOFY sale, the price dropped to AU$999. Since the Dyson V15 Detect is now available, we’re curious to see whether we’ll get another nice discount on the V11.

Dyson Pure Hot+Cool | AU$899 AU$599 (save AU$300)

The Dyson Pure Hot+Cool doesn’t typically come cheap, but during last year’s EOFY sales, the all-in-one heater, fan and purifier device was AU$300 off on eBay, making it a much more affordable price.

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