I've been using a Macbook for about eight years now - got my first in 2009, and my second in 2015.
They're amazing pieces of gear, but you do pay a premium. It isn't "worth it" in terms of raw value - because you can get a much more affordable deal, like 50% cheaper, by looking at Windows or Linux machines. But I will say - the experience is incredible if you are willing to invest in it, and the durability is obscene. After two years with my current Macbook, it still feels and functions as if it were brand new.
Yeah, I'd second the durability. My first MBP I got a good 4 years out of and gave it way functioning fine. This one has been going for another 4 years pretty much, with only a failed hard drive($150). They retain their value much better than a PC too, you can sell used MBP's for much more than used PCs.
This is great feedback. Thank you!
I know that for the specs, I could get a much better windows machine, but in terms of durability I was looking for an answer like this.
I have my windows laptop for 2 years now aswell, installed an extra SSD in it but already it has started to slow down. My hopes with Apple are that this will take much longer before it feel that it's performance is wearing off.