We may earn a commission if you make a purchase from the links on this page.
Apple's iPad is many people's first and only choice of tablet to buy, for its ease of use and smooth performance, even on the budget models. For entertainment and basic computing, some could even argue that buying an iPad over a cheap laptop may be the better move.
Students and anyone looking for a cheap and reliable tablet will be more than happy with the latest budget iPad – the 8th generation 2020 10.2-inch iPad, which packs fantastic performance and Apple Pencil support, along with support for wire-free keyboard and trackpad cases. And on the premium end, we now have the new M1-powered iPad Pro (2021), which has double the performance of last year's already industry-leading iPad Pro.
If you're set on getting an iPad for yourself or as a gift, a great move is to check whether there are any good iPad deals at the moment – and this is where we come in. In this article we'll find and list the best current iPad deals for you.
Best Buy: $100 off the 2020 12.9-inch Apple iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB, Verizon)
If you want one of the greatest iPad Pro models for a reasonable price, this is a fantastic offer to take advantage of. Apple's 2020 iPad Pro 12.9-inch can be yours for $1,149.99, so long as you're okay with a Verizon carrier contract.
With its massive 256GB of storage, you won't have to worry about running out of space for your music, movies, photos, apps and games. Its quad speakers and large size also make the 12.9-inch iPad Pro an incredible media consumption device. Professionals will also be happy to know that this iPad is compatible with pro accessories such as the Apple Magic Keyboard (with trackpad) for iPad and Apple Pencil 2.
Best Buy: $100 off the 2020 11-inch Apple iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB, Verizon)
A similar deal to the previous one is currently running for the smaller 11-inch iPad Pro model. $100 off that one equates to a price of $949.99 with a Verizon contract. Once again, it is the 256GB model. This 11-inch iPad Pro is the one to get if you want a more manageable (and better-priced) tablet that's still as equally powerful and cutting-edge as the 12.9-inch iPad and supports the same pro accessories.
Best Buy: $100 off the 2019 iPad mini (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Verizon)
Best Buy also has a pretty good deal on the 2019 iPad mini 5, which still holds up just great in 2021. In fact, the 2019 iPad mini remains the latest available mini model. This deal offers the 64GB iPad mini 5 for $100 off with a Verizon contract, which equates to $429.99.
Amazon: $99 off the 2020 Apple iPad Air (10.9-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB)
The 2020 iPad Air 4 is arguably the most well-priced and balanced iPad, with its modern design, compatibility with Apple Pencil 2 and iPad Pro keyboard cases like the Magic Keyboard with Trackpad. And with this solid $99 discount, this fantastic tablet can be yours at an even better price.
Apple: Get up to $525 in credit when you buy an iPad with trade-in
If you have an older iPad to trade in as you purchase a new one from Apple, you can get up to $525 in credit. The actual amount depends on the condition, age and type of device you're trading in.
With that credit, you can possibly grab yourself a pair of AirPods or an Apple Pencil for your new iPad. Cases and other accessories are available too. You can also choose to add your trade-in credit into an Apple Gift Card. If your device doesn't qualify for trade-in, at the very least Apple can recycle it for you for free.
Walmart: 10.2-inch Apple iPad (8th generation) for just $299
Walmart is currently selling the budget 2020 iPad for just $299.00, which saves you $30 off its regular price at Apple. The deal does not require trade-in or any contract, and it's for the Wi-Fi-only 32GB version of the entry-level iPad.
Walmart: The 10.9-inch iPad Air (Wi-Fi, 64GB) at a $60 discount
Once again we have the fantastic iPad Air 4 (2020), which is $60 off at Walmart. It's the Wi-Fi-only variant with 64GB of storage, which might not be enough for everyone, but if you mostly stream movies and music instead of downloading, you'll likely not fill it up.
Verizon: save up to $350 on iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, and iPad Mini
Currently, Verizon is offering great deals on all the available iPad models. One of the biggest US carriers can help you save up to $350 with its offers on Apple iPad. At the moment, the carrier has four promo options:
Save $100 with a new line
Save up to $250 when you buy an eligible phone and tablet
Get $100 off with trade-in
Enjoy up to 6 months of Apple News+ for free
If you meet the requirements listed with the offers on Verizon's website, you can benefit from the promos and save up to $450 off your iPad of choice. For more details, click on one of the offers below to open Verizon's website, then click "See all details and additional offers" under "Payment options".
FCC OKs Cingular\'s purchase of AT&T Wireless