NEW iPad buying guide (2025): HOW TO SAVE MONEY!

Looking to buy a new iPad in 2025 but unsure which one to choose? In this video, I break down the entire iPad lineup, helping you understand which model suits your needs and, most importantly, how to save money on your purchase. Whether you're considering the budget-friendly iPad 10th Gen, the new iPad Mini, or the powerful M4 iPad Pro models, I’ve got you covered.

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Which iPad are you buying in 2025... and why?

[chinunam]

I went to the shop to buy an iPad Air. I did not have any intention whatsoever to buy an iPad Pro because it’s crazy expensive and I don’t have any use for it except watching media… until I saw them side-by-side and was shocked by the display of the pro. It is so amazing that it made me spend double as much as I intended. Another consideration is that Nothing will challenge it’s processor or top it’s display for many years to come so unless I lose it, I will probably not have to buy another one for at least five years.

[CyrilJap]

Watching this on my 2017 iPad Pro. Almost 8 years of daily use. I’ll be buying the M3 iPad Air this week. I didn’t expect my iPad to last this long. Great machines.

[hotchihuahua]

At 73 I can’t help but laugh at how things have changed !
I am pretty sure what I have will do me until I kick the bucket but it’s like a kid in a toy shop !
I haven’t grown out of that mind set of having the best ! 😂

[toddhumphrey]

Great summary of what’s out there. I’m very happy with my 10th Gen iPad. It’s perfect for sitting at the kitchen table and watching YouTube, responding to emails, or even paying bills. I don’t need Apple Intelligence on my iPad (I’ll use my phone or MacBook Air if I need that). Get an iPad 10 if you need an iPad.

[robertschneider]

I'm a pilot and have a mini, which I am going to replace with the pro. I don't mount it on the control yoke, but rather on the side window. I appreciate the larger screen and more functionality. This is a good buying guide, as all your content is well done.

[raptor]

"There'll always be something better around the corner!" - absolute banger statement to live in the moment and enjoy the current offering instead of worrying about the next release...🙌

[Matthew-jqld]

I sold my mini 6 and decided to go for the iPad Air 11” M2. I have no regrets.

[johnboychak]

Keeping my 11 inch M1 iPad Pro because it does all the “iPad Stuff” (whatever that means) that I need. Thanks for the video.

[TheTigia]

I bought the 10th generation iPad.It’s fantastic!And I use it most of the times as my main computer.😊

[ErdemAltunhan]

I normally don't really subscribe to any channel, but you are so sincere and friendly! I subbed and liked the video

[HistoryNut-]

I recently got rid of the Paperlike Screen protectors on my iPads because I didn’t like how they messed with the screen clarity. I also just ordered an M2 13” iPad Air to go with my 12.9/13” M1 iPad Pro. And I’m thinking of upgrading my iPad Mini 6 to the 7 so I can have Apple’s Intellegence on my most portable device. Those writing tools are a game-changer for me!

[mikerisner]

I bought the 12.9" M1 iPad Pro in May 2021, so it's 3.5 years old. It's still running like a champ. It performs superbly. Its battery life has hardly diminished. The screen is beautiful. And Apple is fully supporting it (or at least I'm finding all the features in which I'm interested). I like to draw with the Apple Pencil, so the large screen is great for me. If I were in the market today, I'd probably eye the 13" iPad Air with the Apple Pencil Pro. But with my iPad running so well, do I need to consider a replacement now? My wife says "Probably not!"

[JonHancockUK]

If my current iPad Mini dies in the next twelve months then I'll replace it with another Mini, but I bought it (a 5th generation) secondhand in January 2021 and it shows no sign of failing yet. Three years doesn't seem particularly long to keep a computer like these, they just continue to work pretty smoothly.

[gardnerunderhill]

Good news Mark, I have been subscribed for some time. And I do keep mine for three years at a minimum. With my recent upgrade to the 11 inch M4 iPad Pro I am good until at least 2029 or 2030.

[thedominatingteacher]

My iPad Mini 6 is perfect for on-the-go, my 11-inch iPad Pro (2023) is my everyday workhorse, and my 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2024) is a powerhouse. I love them all!" I buy a new one every year---

[repY-or]

I just got a M2 Air and it’s brilliant and I sold a 2nd gen Pro. Don’t miss the 120hz display at all and the Face ID is nice but no big deal

[trevinodude]

I have the iPad 9th generation. I’ve had it since it first came out and it still serves me well. That being said, I do love hearing about newer iPads. I like to be in the know for when the time comes to eventually replace my 9th gen (which I do not feel a need to) or even buy a secondary iPad to conserve the 9th gen’s battery a bit by having another tablet to lighten the load (if I did do that I’d likely get a Mini for content consumption and such, continuing to use my 9th gen for writing as I prefer having larger screens for digital notetaking). In any case, as a user of a now discontinued model of iPad… I can definitely say these tablets last a while. The iPad 9th gen is still getting the latest iPadOS updates (albeit without the Apple Intelligence features) and it doesn’t feel very slow and sluggish despite the 60 hertz screen. All in all, while I have no need to watch these buying guides currently, I really enjoy these types of videos. I enjoy hearing about new tech and potentially planning ahead should the need arise. Thanks for making such an enjoyable guide.

[robham]

I’m quite a techno-peasant and I only need an iPad to read emails, news articles, Kindle and maybe the occasional zoom meeting. I’m just going to get the low end basic iPad. That being said, loved your video!

[adamfedor]

I got the Air3 in 2018, still rocking it, still works very well. Maybe the battery isn't the best but still gets me thru a day at uni. I’m thinking about buying a new one this upcoming year, so thank you for this video Mark!!