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The iPad was a game-changer that redefined the personal computer and proved that tablets could be more than just a novelty. It also filled the gap between smartphones and laptops, making them more intuitive to use.

Over the years, Apple has continued to refine the iPad, adding powerful chips, accessories like the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard, and advances in software that have brought it closer to a true laptop alternative.

Once upon a time, buying an Apple tablet meant buying this iPad. Apple made one model, in one size. You just had to choose the color, storage capacity, and connectivity options. Now things are different – so which is the best iPad for you? Let’s take a look at it now.

The best iPad for most people: iPad Air (M3)

In 2020, the iPad Air evolved from a lightweight tablet to a workhorse, and it hasn’t slowed down since. Now, in 2025, the seventh-generation iPad Air has arrived, bringing a larger screen and even more versatility than ever before. Apple has once again nailed the balance between power and price.

It comes in two sizes: the familiar 11-inch and the much-admired 13-inch model. The 13-inch version feels like a sensible alternative to the iPad Pro, offering extra screen real estate. The Liquid Retina display is still sharp, bright, and easy to use for everything from drawing to gaming. Sure, it sticks with 60Hz, so swiping isn’t as silky smooth as on the Pro, but most people will appreciate the trade-off for the experience and price.

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The biggest upgrade is inside: the M3 chip. Compared to the last Air’s M2, this is a significant jump for multitasking, gaming, and creative work. Even if you rarely push it to its limits, it’s suitably future-proof.

Design tweaks like the landscape camera position make video calls more natural, and with Wi-Fi 6e, faster USB-C, and Pentium Pro support, this is easily the most versatile tablet around.

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The 2025 iPad Air is the best iPad for just about everyone. It’s fast, light, and powerful enough to handle just about any task without costing a fortune.

Best premium iPad: iPad Pro M4 (2024)

When iPad Pro was first launched, Apple promised to create an all-screen tablet that could be anything a user needed it to be – a canvas, a workstation, or an entertainment center. The 2024 iPad Pro (M4, 7th generation) takes this vision to a new level, equipped with Apple’s most advanced chips and a stunning OLED Ultra Retina XDR display. After in-depth experience, we can confidently say that this is not just a specification upgrade, but a complete reshaping of the potential of iPad.

Let’s start with the design. iPad Pro is now Apple’s thinnest tablet ever – just 5.1mm for the 13-inch model, and the design is very sleek. Compared to the previous M2 model, the new one is shockingly thinner. The weight reduction is particularly noticeable when holding it, especially without the Magic Keyboard. If you were worried about portability, the new design completely dispels that concern. Despite the thinner body, the quality is still excellent, and there is no sign of flex under normal use.

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Inside the tablet, the M4 chip is a beefy CPU, with a next-generation CPU and GPU that can push performance even on an M3 MacBook Air. In real-world use, the difference is clear: editing 4K video in DaVinci Resolve is smooth as a whirl, Affinity Photo handles heavy-duty photo editing effortlessly, and Nomad Sculpt renders 3D models much faster than the M2 iPad Pro.

Gaming performance is even closer to console level, with AAA masterpieces such as “Resident Evil: Village” running at amazing frame rates. Compared with the M2 iPad Pro, the performance of professional applications has been significantly improved, but ordinary users may not be able to detect obvious changes in daily tasks.

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The display is where this iPad really shines, though. Apple’s tandem OLED technology delivers inky blacks and vibrant colors, while the peak 1,600-nit brightness makes HDR content pop. Watching movies felt cinematic, but we really noticed the improvement with creative work. Color-grading videos and fine-tuning illustrations now has more precision, depth, and accuracy. If you’re upgrading from a previous iPad Pro, the difference between the OLED and mini Prototype displays is astounding — blacks are truly black, with no blooming effect in dark scenes.

The new Apple Pencil Pro adds another layer of refinement, especially for creatives. The squeeze gesture for quickly changing tools is surprisingly intuitive, while subtle haptic feedback makes interactions feel even more tactile. Find My Support is another practical touch — we’ve all misplaced our stylus at some point, and this should make losing a Pencil one less headache.

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Network speeds have also been sped up. Wi-Fi 6e and 5G ensure fast downloads, and Apple has finally moved the front-facing camera to a more natural landscape position. The quad speakers are still top-notch, delivering punchy, immersive audio that’s almost unnatural coming from a tablet this thin.

Of course, all this comes at a high price. The iPad Pro M4 is clearly positioned, and its price is firmly anchored at the “Pro” level. Although iPadOS continues to make progress in multitasking and productivity, it still cannot completely replace macOS to meet the needs of complex workflows. Sometimes, we prefer to run full macOS applications rather than iPad-optimized versions, especially when using Stage Manager to handle external storage or multitasking.

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Even so, if you’re looking for the most advanced and powerful tablet on the market, the iPad Pro M4 is undoubtedly the winner. Whether it’s worth upgrading depends on your work needs. If you’re using an M1 or earlier model, the performance and display improvements will be significant. But if you already have an M2 iPad Pro, unless you desperately need top-notch display technology and extreme performance, the need to upgrade is relatively limited.

Best iPad for travel: iPad mini (A17 Pro)

The iPad mini may be small, but the seventh-generation model packs a punch. Apple’s compact powerhouse combines portability with power, thanks to a refreshed internals and refined design. After an in-depth review, we can confidently say that this is not only an interesting tablet, but also a powerful device with uncompromising performance.

The iPad Mini 7 now has an A17 Pro chip at its heart, the same powerful unit found in the iPhone 15 Pro. The jump in performance over the A15 chip in the previous model is huge. Everyday tasks, like browsing Safari with dozens of tabs open, switching between apps, and handling emails are smoother than ever.

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Where the difference really makes itself felt is in the performance of high-intensity apps. Games run more smoothly, with better stability for blockbuster titles like Genshin Impact and Resident Evil: Village, and creative apps like Procreate and Affinity Designer benefit from near-instant responsiveness. Even editing 4K video in LumaFusion is amazing—something we would have thought would be possible on such a small tablet a few years ago.

One of the most noticeable upgrades is the display. The 8.3-inch liquid retina panel is already great, but the addition of 120Hz promotion makes everything smoother. Whether we are scrolling on a web page, playing a fast-paced game, or using the Apple Pencil, the responsiveness is instantly improved. Speaking of which, the iPad Mini 7 now supports the new Apple Pencil Pol Pro, bringing squeeze gestures and haptic feedback to the actual recording and sketching, making handwriting feel more natural.

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In terms of design, Apple continues its winning formula. iPad Mini 7 retains the elegant aesthetic inspired by iPad Air – all-screen design, flat edges, and Touch ID integrated into the power button. Weighing only 293 grams, the Wi-Fi version is amazingly compact and slips easily into a pocket or small backpack. It is still the best iPad for one-handed operation, whether reading in bed, annotating PDFs on the go, or serving as a high-tech notepad in a meeting.

The small upgrade to the front 12MP camera is quite meaningful. The design moved to the horizontal edge makes video calls more natural – we immediately felt this improvement in FaceTime and Zoom calls. Whether handheld or using a stand, there is no need to awkwardly tilt your head to focus. The rear 12MP camera is equipped with Smart HDR 4, which has better details and a wider dynamic range of photos. Although serious photography will still rely on mobile phones, the iPad Mini is still capable of taking quick photos, document scanning or AR applications.

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If you’re upgrading from an iPad Mini 6, the changes may not be as dramatic as with earlier models, but the addition of ProMotion technology makes everyday use noticeably smoother. If you’re using an older iPad Mini, or want an ultra-portable yet powerful iPad, this is the best choice yet. The iPad Mini 7 proves that small doesn’t have to mean limited – in fact, it may be one of the most fun iPads ever.

The best cheap iPad: iPad (2025)

Since its 2022 redesign, the basic iPad has evolved from “affordable and pleasing” to a truly efficient everyday device. The 2025 iPad (12th generation) continues this trend – unpretentious, but smarter, faster, and more mature.

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It comes standard with a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, a flat design, and a Touch ID button. It’s powered by the iPhone 14 Pro’s A16 Bionic chip, which means it can easily handle browsing, streaming, note-taking, and even without getting bogged down.

It doesn’t have ProMotion or the iPad Air’s M3 chip, and it can’t run Apple Intelligence features. But that doesn’t matter. For students, casual users, or anyone who wants a reliable, well-rounded tablet, it’s more than capable of doing the job.

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The front-facing camera is still in an ideal position (on the horizontal edge), it supports the economical Apple Pencil USB-C, and the battery life can still easily last a whole day. In short, the 2025 iPad is not amazing, but it is the best choice for those who just want a simple, reliable iPad without complicated functions.

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