The Best iPad to Buy (and Some to Avoid) in 2026: Compare the Air, Pro, Mini

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FINDING THE BEST iPad should be simple. You get whatever’s new, right? If only. Apple sells four main iPad models in varying sizes and each with its own strengths. In addition, a growing number of older iPads are floating around the eBays of the world. Since all these devices largely look the same, it’s important to know what you’re buying and what you should pay for it. This guide covers the iPad models currently available, what’s coming up, the key differences between them, and the older versions that are still in use (including those you should avoid at any price). I also break down which Apple Pencil and accessories to pair with your device.

Be sure to check out all our buying guides, including the Best iPad Accessories, Best iPhones, Best iPhone 17 Cases, Best Tablets, Best Android Tablets, and Best MacBooks.

Updated April 2026: I've updated our recommendations with my testing on the latest M4 iPad Air.

Is Now a Good Time to Buy?

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Yes. The iPad Air was updated to the M4 in March of 2026, while the the base iPad and iPad Pro were both refreshed last in 2025. Most people should buy one of those, and they're perfectly great options. There was initially some reports that the base iPad would get updated this spring as well, moving up to the A18 chip to give it Apple Intelligence features for the first time. It didn't come to fruition, though, so the next likely launch time is this fall.

Apple's iPad Pro, powered by the M5 chip, launched in October 2025; they're the most recent models. You can either opt for the latest or find the M4 iPad Pro on sale.

Lastly, the iPad Mini is the furthest out of date at this point, having been updated last in late 2024. If the reports end up being true and the iPad Mini does end up getting upgraded later this year, this will be the biggest iPad update of the year, as it would see an upgrade to OLED for the first time.

iPadOS 26 Has a New Multitasking Experience

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iPadOS 26 arrived in September 2025 and brought a whole new multitasking experience: windowed apps. Like a Mac, you can now resize the apps on your iPad and have multiple floating windows, bringing it closer to a desktop than ever before. First, here are the iPads compatible with iPadOS 26:

iPad: 8th gen and later, including A16
iPad Mini: 5th gen and later, including A17 Pro
iPad Air: 3rd gen and later, including M2, M3, and M4
iPad Pro 11-inch: 1st gen and later
iPad Pro 12.9-inch: 3rd gen and later
iPad Pro: M4 and M5

I encourage you to play around with windowed apps; there are even native window tiling options. Flick an app to the left or right to snap them to the sides for easy split-screen. The traffic-light buttons from macOS are available here, so you can minimize or make apps full-screen quickly (or close them). You can group apps together, and a swipe up and hold will reveal all of them in Exposé mode. Apple even brought over the menu bar from macOS, and you can pull it down from the top of any app.

Importantly, background tasks like rendering in a video app work in the background so you can start an export, leave the app, and it'll still do the job while you scroll through Instagram (the app has to support this feature first). iPadOS 26 is a significant update that will make your compatible iPad feel like new, especially if you have wanted to use it for work but found it a little lacking.

Which iPad Do You Own?

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There are tons of iPads out in the world, and it can be tough to figure out exactly what model you own if you're thinking of selling it or you're looking for accessories and want to make sure they'll work with your iPad. Apple also doesn't name its slates sequentially as it does with the iPhone, only adding to the confusion. No matter. Finding your model is simple.

Look at the back of your iPad. Etched on the back cover, near where it says "Designed by Apple in California," should be a model number starting with the letter A.
Head to this website from Apple. Look for your corresponding model number, and that's it! You found your iPad model. (Pro tip: Use your browser's "Find in Page" function to type in your model number and find it quickly.)

Accessory makers usually indicate which iPad a case, folio, or keyboard cover is designed to work with. If you see a retailer mentioning a specific generation or processor, this is Apple's current lineup:

iPad: A16, 2025 (11th generation)
iPad Mini: A17 Pro, 2024 (7th generation)
iPad Air 11-inch: M4, 2026 (8th generation)
iPad Air 13-inch: M4, 2026 (3rd generation)
iPad Pro 11-inch: M5, 2025 (6th generation)
iPad Pro 13-inch: M5, 2025 (8th generation)

Avoid These iPads

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The iPad Mini 1 through 6 and iPad 1 through 10 have low-resolution, pixelated screens or are just too old. Forget buying one of the old 2014 iPad Air 1 or 2015 Air 2—those are too long in the tooth. Just don’t. Yes, money is tight, but your sanity is important. There’s a chance an older iPad could perform decently, but unless someone is giving you one for free, try to hunt for a newer model. Many of the older iPads no longer receive software updates, and they'll seem quite slow compared to your phone and your computer. I would avoid purchasing an iPad that came out before 2020.

Peruse our Best Tablets or Best Android Tablets guides for ideas if you don't want to spend a lot. If you’re buying something for a child to use, our Best Kids' Tablets guide has good options with kid-friendly features and parental controls.

Should You Buy an Older iPad Pro?

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Apple has always packed a little extra into its iPad Pro tablets. It's still totally fine to buy the iPad Pro M4, iPad Pro M2, or the iPad Pro M1 if you can find them, but just make sure you're not paying close to MSRP. If it's close to what you would pay for a brand-new M5 iPad Pro, it's not worth it. These models are all powerful and match the current Pro slates in many ways; they also work with the first-generation Magic Keyboard with Trackpad. But again, cross-check prices with current models.

Older iPad Pro models, like the models from 2018 or 2020, are not worth buying (if they're even available). They're just too old.

Which iPads Support Apple Intelligence?

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Apple has been on a tirade touting Apple Intelligence, a suite of artificial intelligence features available in select hardware across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. We break down many of the new Apple Intelligence features here if you'd like to learn more. Unfortunately, it’s not available on all iPad models. The following iPads support Apple Intelligence:

iPad Mini (A17 Pro)
iPad Air (M1, M2, M3, M4)
iPad Pro (M1, M2, M4, M5)

iPad or MacBook?

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Here's how I think about choosing between the two—at least as a starting place. The iPad is for entertainment and content consumption first, while the MacBook is for work, school, and content creation. Both devices can be used in either setting, especially as Apple expands the product lines. But they thrive in those use cases. That's why iPads work so well for kids and retired folks, as their hard computing needs are decreased. That's also why the base iPad works so well as a secondary device to pair alongside your MacBook. There's a reason bringing an iPad on vacation feels so much more appropriate than bringing your MacBook.

The iPad Pro is the biggest outlier here, as it truly designed as a content creation, pro-level device. There is a demographic out there that has a use for its tandem OLED display, faster ports, and M5-level graphics, but it's a much small niche.

The Best iPad for Most People
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iPad (2025, A16)
$349 $300 (14% off)
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$329
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$349
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The iPad (11th-generation, A16) came out in March of 2025, and it was a long-awaited update. It had been three years Apple released a new base iPad, the refresh brought a number of modern features into the mix. It still used the same modern design as its predecessor, complete with uniform bezels around a slightly larger 11-inch LCD. There's a USB-C port, a Touch ID sensor integrated into the power button, a 12-megapixel rear camera, and a 12-MP selfie camera in landscape mode (with support for Center Stage). You also get 5G on the cellular model.
Apple upgraded the processor to an A16 chip (the same one in the iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 15, and iPhone 15 Plus). It's plenty powerful, but there's not enough RAM to support Apple Intelligence, making it the only iPad in the lineup without access to Apple's artificial intelligence features. (You might see that as a perk.) Storage space has been bumped, from 64 to 128 GB, with the option to increase it up to 512 GB if you pay extra. Once again, this iPad doesn't have a fully laminated display, meaning there's an air gap between the screen and the glass. This can make interactions with the Apple Pencil feel a smidge imprecise, so this isn't our pick for artists. You also don't get second-gen Apple Pencil support—it only works with the first-gen stylus or the USB-C Apple Pencil.
Despite the minor upgrades, the iPad is still the best tablet for most people. At its $349 price, it's a well-rounded slate that can tackle most of the tasks you'd use a tablet for with ease, like gaming, streaming movies and TV, and reading. It can even handle some light work if you connect a keyboard or the Magic Keyboard Folio. Outside of that, it's perfect for folks who want an entertainment device bigger than a phone, but not as small as an iPad Mini.
SpecsDisplay: 11 inch, LCD, 60 HzProcessor and RAM: Apple A16 Bionic with 6 GB of RAMStorage: 128, 256, or 512 GBUpdates (from date of manufacture): Around 5 to 6 yearsConnectivity: Cellular and Wi-Fi models availableAccessories: Compatible with first-gen Apple Pencil, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Magic Keyboard Folio, Smart Folio | Touch ID fingerprint authentication
For Work and School
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iPad Air (2026, M4)
$599 $559 (7% off)
Amazon (11-Inch)
$799
Best Buy (13-Inch)
$599
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The classic iPad was never meant to be a product for serious work—at least not in the conventional sense. But over the past ten years, Apple has slowly evolved the software and accessories of the iPad to make it capable of doing many of the things you used to use a laptop or desktop PC for. It started with cursor and mouse support, then came the Magic Keyboard with a full trackpad and an extra port—and before you know it, iPadOS even has windowed multitasking as part of iPadOS 26. To take advantage of all of that, I recommend the M4 iPad Air (7/10, WIRED Recommends). For students or anyone wanting to do more with their iPad, it's worth the cost.
Contrary to what the name implies, it's not actually much thinner or lighter than the base iPad. Instead, the iPad Air lets you use an iPad as your primary work or school device. Not only does it offer significantly more performance than the base iPad for tasks like video editing or gaming, it also lets you bump up to the 13-inch screen size for a larger canvas to work with. Whether you want to use your iPad to do art in Procreate or just write lots of emails, you'll appreciate that extra screen space. The 12 GB of RAM mean you'll likely never be bottlenecked by having many, many apps open, and you can even dabble in Apple Intelligence or other on-device AI tasks.
Another big reason to get the iPad Air over the base iPad accessories that you can pair with the iPad Air that aren't compatible with the base iPad. The Magic Keyboard that comes with the 13-inch iPad Air is larger, offering a less cramped typing experience. The key spacing and keycap size is closer to a MacBook. The trackpad and palm rests are still a little small, but the keyboard itself is great. The Magic Keyboard is better for typing on your lap too, as it doesn't use a kickstand like the Magic Keyboard Folio does.
With such a light update in this latest model, however, you might be wondering why you shouldn't buy last year's M3 iPad Air instead. It's a valid sentiment, but unfortunately the current pricing is so close that the $10 upgrade to the M4 model is well worth it—if only just for the extra memory alone.
SpecsDisplay: 11-inch and 13-inch options, LCD, 60 HzProcessor and RAM: Apple M4 processor with 12 GB of RAMStorage: 128, 256, 512 GB, or 1 TBUpdates (from date of manufacture): Around 5 to 6 yearsConnectivity: Cellular and Wi-Fi models availableAccessories: Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard Case, and the Smart Folio case. | Touch ID fingerprint authentication

The Best Small iPad
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iPad Mini (2024, 7th Gen)
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Apple's smallest tablet is the iPad Mini (8/10, WIRED Recommends), and the 2024 iteration is largely an internal upgrade. With an A17 Pro chipset (the same inside the iPhone 15 Pro), it gets a boost in performance to handle today's graphically demanding games and support for Apple Intelligence (a bevy of artificial intelligence tools you can read all about in our roundup). This slate also supports the Apple Pencil Pro, so you don't have to splurge on a super-expensive iPad anymore to get the top benefits of the latest stylus. But since it is so small, you probably won't want to use this for any kind of serious work.
The seventh-generation iPad Mini is great for reading ebooks (even with one hand!) and fits into all types of handbags because it's so tiny. The 2K-resolution LCD looks great too (I didn't run into any “jelly scrolling” issues) and gets bright enough outdoors. It still has a 60-Hz refresh rate, which isn't surprising, but it would've been nice to see 90-Hz support at least. Apple also kept the 12-megapixel selfie camera on the left side of the tablet (rather than moving it to the center in landscape mode like on other iPads). It's not a huge deal because the tablet is small, but I still didn't like having to look over to the left during Zoom calls.
I don't think you'll find much new if you're coming from a 2021 iPad Mini, unless you prefer the features of the Apple Pencil Pro. But if you want a tiny device, this is the best small tablet on the market.
There were some initial rumors that Apple might refresh the iPad mini this spring with an OLED panel, but more recent reports say that it's being held for this fall instead.
SpecsDisplay: 8.3 inch, LCD, 60 HzProcessor and RAM: Apple A17 Pro chip with 8 GB of RAMStorage: 128, 256, or 512 GBUpdates (from date of manufacture): Around 5 to 6 yearsConnectivity: Cellular and Wi-Fi models availableAccessories: Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Smart Folio | Touch ID fingerprint authentication
The Overkill Tablet
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$1,249
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$999
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Most people do not need to consider the iPad Pro (9/10, WIRED Recommends). They start at $999 and $1,299 for the 11- and 13-inch slates, respectively, and that doesn't include Apple's Magic Keyboard, which adds as much as $350 to the cost. You can buy a very powerful MacBook for that kind of cash. Don't get me wrong, this tablet is exceptional. The tandem OLED screen is one of the best in the business; it's bright, sharp, and colorful, it has excellent black levels, and it’s the only iPad with a 120-Hz screen. The speakers sound fantastic, and even the webcam is pretty sharp. You get all of that in an incredibly thin design, though none of this is particularly different from the M4 iPad Pro (find it on sale!).
The M5 chip powering this iPad offers a small performance boost, though most folks won't notice it in general apps. If you're frequently using AI apps like Draw Things or graphically intense apps like DaVinci Resolve, that's where the speed improvements come into play. The iPad Pro is for people who use these kinds of powerful apps for content creation and work, whether that's creating 3D objects in Blender or music production. You still have to decide whether you want the benefit of a tablet experience or, say, the MacBook Pro M5, which can deliver slightly more performance and is overall a better machine for getting stuff done.
iPadOS 26’s windowed apps multitasking system is a great benefit in making this iPad Pro a more functional computer. While this is available on all iPads running iPadOS 26, it shines best on the biggest iPad models, which are the 13-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air. When in doubt, try the iPad Air first, and if that feels more than sufficient, you'll have saved yourself a wad of cash.
SpecsDisplay: 11-inch or 13-inch options, OLED, 120 HzProcessor and RAM: Apple M5 with 12 GB or 16 GB of RAMStorage: 256, 512 GB, 1 or 2 TBUpdates (from date of manufacture): Around 5 to 6 yearsConnectivity: Cellular and Wi-Fi models availableAccessories: Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro, and Smart Folio | Touch ID fingerprint and Face ID authentication

Which Apple Pencil Should You Buy?
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$99
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$129
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$129 $116 (10% off)
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The Apple Pencil is a must-have for any iPad owner who takes a lot of notes or likes to draw. (You can even use it to sign documents.) iPadOS also has handwriting support within certain search fields and apps (like Notes), so you don't need to switch to the keyboard every time you want to type. Apple debuted a new Pencil in 2024, so now there are four to choose from. Here are the differences:
Apple Pencil (1st-gen) for $95: The first-generation Pencil is quite old but still functions well, offering pressure sensitivity (lines become thicker as you press down harder on the screen) and tilt sensitivity (for shading). Unlike the other two Apple Pencils, this one has a glossy finish instead of matte (if that matters), and it is also completely rounded, meaning it will roll off surfaces. There are no magnets, so you can't stick it to the tablet for safekeeping. It has a Lightning connector, so to charge it, you'll have to remove the cap and plug it into the iPad's charging port. If your iPad has a USB-C port, you can buy an adapter. It's only compatible with the iPad (6th gen and later), iPad Air (3rd gen), iPad Mini (5th gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st and 2nd gen), iPad Pro 10.5-inch, and iPad Pro 9.7-inch.
Apple Pencil (USB-C) for $69: Apple's USB-C Apple Pencil is a bit perplexing. It doesn't come with pressure sensitivity, so it's better suited for note-takers rather than artists. It can attach magnetically to the sides of an iPad, so you don't need to find a place to store it, but it doesn't support wireless charging, so you'll have to pair and charge it via USB-C. It does support Hover Mode, which allows you to preview what will happen before touching the display, but this is exclusive to the select iPad Pro and iPad Air models. It's compatible with iPad (10th gen and A16), iPad Air (4th, 5th gen, M2, M3, and M4), iPad Mini (6th gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st gen and later, including M4), and iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd gen and later, including M4 and M5).
Apple Pencil (2nd-gen) for $129: The second-generation Apple Pencil comes with all the same capabilities as the 1st-gen and USB-C versions, plus wireless pairing and charging (it'll charge when it magnetically sticks to the top edge of supported iPads). It also adds a double-tap feature that lets you quickly switch between tools by tapping on the Apple Pencil twice. It's compatible with the iPad Air (4th gen and 5th gen), iPad Mini (6th gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st gen and later), and the 12.9-inch (3rd gen and later). Unfortunately, Apple has officially discontinued it, so newer iPads don't support it, including the iPad Air (M2, M3, and M4) or iPad Pro (M4 and M5).
Apple Pencil Pro for $116: Apple's Pro Pencil is the most feature-packed of them all. It looks identical to the second-generation model, complete with a matte finish, but it also has a few new tricks. A “squeeze” feature opens up a tool palette (in addition to the double-tap feature), and a new haptic engine gives feedback as you squeeze. A built-in gyroscope sensor allows you to change the orientation of the tools as you twist them (for finer control), and it supports Apple's Find My network to track the stylus when you lose it. It's only compatible with the iPad Air (M2, M3, and M4), iPad Pro (M4 and M5), and 7th-gen iPad Mini. (C'mon, why isn't it backward-compatible?)

Great iPad Accessories

iPad accessories are endless. Below, we've highlighted some of our favorites to round out your tablet experience, and you can find more in our Best iPad Accessories guide.

Zugu Case for $50+: This is our favorite folio case for the iPad for multiple reasons. It's not only durable (complete with a rigid bumper), but it also has a magnetized cover that stays shut and a flap that allows you to position the screen at eight different angles. The case is magnetic, allowing you to stick it on the fridge securely. It's also reasonably priced, comes in an array of colors, and has a spot for your Apple Pencil.

Satechi M1 Wireless Mouse for $25: We're already big fans of Satechi's accessories at WIRED, and this mouse didn't disappoint. It has a comfortable ergonomic design, a sleek aluminum finish, and smooth scrolling. It has great battery life too—with a built-in lithium-ion battery, I've been using it for the past four months and have yet to charge it.

Mageasy CoverBuddy Case (iPad Pro) for $70: This case allows you to magnetically connect it to Apple's Magic Keyboard case without having to take off the case each time. It feels durable and doesn't add too much bulk to the iPad. There's also a slot for the Apple Pencil Pro or the USB-C version. The company also offers the CoverBuddy Lite for the iPad Air (M2).

Logitech Combo Touch a black tablet propped up on a kickstand white attached to a black detachable keyboard

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Logitech Combo Touch (10th-Gen) for $260: The Combo Touch (8/10, WIRED Recommends) comes with a built-in keyboard, trackpad, and kickstand, making it ideal for getting work done on your iPad. It's also detachable, so you can easily remove the keyboard when you don't need it. It connects via Apple's Smart Connector, meaning you never need to tinker with Bluetooth or bother charging it. It's also available for the iPad Pro (M4) and M5 (although it does add a bit of weight to such a thin tablet) and the iPad Air (M2).

Casetify Impact Screen Protector for $56: If you're worried about damaging your iPad screen, I recommend this protector from Casetify. It's super thin, has excellent touch sensitivity, and is mostly fingerprint-resistant (I've wiped some smudges here and there). It's painless to apply—the company supplies a microfiber cloth, a de-dusting sticker, and wet and dry wipes.

Paperlike Charcoal Folio Case for $70: Paperlike is known for its screen protector, but the company also offers a great case. It's designed to feel like a sketchbook, complete with a polyester fabric cover that feels lightweight and high-quality. You can also prop your iPad up at two different levels. It doesn't come with an Apple Pencil slot, but there is a large flap closure that keeps it from falling out. I tested it with the iPad Air, but it's also available for the iPad Pro (both sizes).

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Twelve South StayGo Mini USB-C Hub for $60: Ports are limited regardless of the iPad model. This hub from Twelve South has an 85-watt USB-C port with passthrough charging, a USB-A port, an HDMI port, and a headphone jack. If you have trouble fitting it on an iPad with a case, the included socket-USB-C-to-plug-USB-C cable will fix this.

Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C) for $140: For a spacious trackpad, the Magic Trackpad 2 is a great choice. Instead of physical buttons, it has Force Touch sensors where you can feel different levels of pressure on the pad. With support for various iPadOS gestures, you won't have to touch the screen as much. It automatically pairs with your iPad via Bluetooth and recharges with the Lightning port.

Twelve South HoverBar Duo 2.0 for $80: The HoverBar serves two purposes. You can mount it to the side of your bed, kitchen counter, or shelf (to view content comfortably and hands-free), or you can use the included stand at your desk. With the 2nd-gen version, you can now remove the arm from the clamp and attach it directly to the stand, making it easier to swap between both modes.

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