Which iPad Should You Buy (2022) | Basic, Mini, Air, Pro or Pro 12.9

In this video, I'll be going over all the iPad models out there in 2022 and which would be the best to buy right now as a consumer, creator or professional.

My upfront conclusion is that if you're a consumer/student then the basic iPad is your best friend. If you're a light creator then you should probably go with the iPad Air (2022, M1) and if you're a creator / professional of some kind, then the iPad Pro (11" & 12.9") is for you.

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00:00 Intro
00:38 Upfront conclusion
01:24 Consumer vs Creator
02:46 Diminishing returns
04:05 Basic iPad
06:34 iPad Air (2020)
09:53 iPad Mini
12:56 iPad Pro 11"
16:40 iPad Pro 12.9"

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[LoFiGi]

Let’s hope as students you can somehow afford even the cheapest option 😂

[krim]

I definitely agree with the diminishing returns concept as you go up in price. But I would add a caveat, you are likely to keep this device for 4 or 5 years. All of the iPads will feel noticeably slower and clunkier after that amount of time but that decrease is always more heavily felt by devices on the lower end compared to the higher end. So sometimes it is worth it to spend a bit more to get a better device, knowing that this will extend it’s usability deep into the end of its life cycle.

[saranassar]

i really love the fact that you summarized the review in the beginning of the video for people who dont really want an in depth review, many youtubers should start doing this. great job!

[janarthanansubramanian]

I like your point on point of diminishing returns. So true. Again, you put the cart before the horse and you still make it worthwhile watching the whole video mate. Cheers. Well done.

[sisymags]

This is the best well explained video ever! The way you explain is particularly appealing

[steptoeson]

I bought the M1 Pro 12.9 about 2 months ago after much deliberation. Previously had the basic iPad and while it did everything I wanted I liked the look of the new pro with 256 gb. I really wanted the largest iPad for YouTube and watching Netflix, Prime etc… the HDR viewing is fantastic and being able to take this iPad out with me, in the car watching films while I wait for my wife shopping! Or down at our beach hut is just perfect. Yes, it is heavy and for the first week or two I thought I’d made a big mistake. However, I very soon got used to it and wouldn’t go back to the old size. It’s fantastic for viewing photos and video. Also great for editing Go Pro stuff. I ack that at £1080 it’s a hefty price tag, but I believe we’ll worth it. It’s definitely a luxury item and of course I’m not getting anything like the use out of it that many people would. I am 69 years old and my eyes are not that brilliant so this for me is a really good choice with emails etc…

[clementtong]

I went with the 12.9 and I wish there was an air version of this size as the larger size is really important for students imo

[TheCriminalImagination]

As someone who was struggling to decide, this video was simple and helpful thank you

[drchtct]

THANKS. Finally a content creator that admits that 90% of viewers are no content creators, so even though the creator loves the super premium model that doesn't necessarily translate to the average consumer.

I personally bought the lowest version of the Surface Book in 2017 and it carried me through the entire university cycle for 5 years. I never thought it's too slow in any way even though reviewers like LTT basically say "oh it doesn't even have a dedicated GPU, that's useless". And I'm used to fast performance by having a powerful desktop PC. But tech companies rip you off by the endless upgrade cycle, don't fall for it.

[frogturtle]

for digital painting and design the larger screen size and performance capabilities of the pro 12.9 are really amazing. beyond these functions though, I can’t see a lower tier option being a bad choice. I got mine for the very specific reasons mentioned above.

[missyoneal]

I recently got an iPad Mini as a writer, editor, and book designer. I wanted to go paperless as doing research, marking up drafts, and writing itself can all be done on devices really well. The savings in ink makes up for the cost within a few projects. I also use it as a sketchpad when I'm practicing shapes or trying to give an idea a rough sketch while I'm out and about. I've found that parts of the work I like to do are limited on the iPad in general so I have a macbook as my workhorse with a large drawing tablet for that serious work. I'm extremely happy with this choice as I'm disabled and the form factor of the mini is more accessible for being out and about in a wheelchair. I will frequently use the mini to take notes when I'm going to an event I'm covering or going to a conference where I'm learning from other writers. It's easier to have the little device that is about the size of a book in the one pouch I have that doesn't get in the way of pushing myself over pulling out a bigger iPad or my macbook from my backpack on the back of the chair. I would love it if the mini had the pro motion display but I am so glad it has the laminated screen. That is one distinction I'd throw in for new artists wanting to use the iPad for art. The air or the mini would be better choices than the budget iPad just because the laminated screen makes a huge difference that is worth the cost. The upgrade to pro motion displays is less valuable to me than the upgrade to get the laminated screen.

[tryitsimple]

I really love your point of view of things. You give us general learning at the start of the video or conclusions. And then if we want a deeper info we could continue watching. Your opinion is such an important thing when I want to buy something. 🥰❤️❤️❤️

[swtlikecndy]

I rly appreciate that you gave an upfront conclusion at the beginning of the video so we didn’t have to skip to the end 🙏 Very detailed reviews and great video!

[kemogaming]

What I really liked about your videos is that you have the tldr clip at the very beginning which saves lots of effort for people who just want a quick answer. Thumbs up for you!

[jdog]

Love how you summed it all up in the first minute and half but love the in depth info you gave in the rest of the video

[khalilahd.]

With the prices of everything going up I’m so glad you do reviews on stuff like this 🙏🏽 I just bought the pro to write my notes for medical school and I love it 💜

[chelseacahyadi]

i really beginning to love the ipad mini 6. Since i'm a student, i think it's very convenient to take notes during class, to draw, and etc. Also it's very small so it's easy to carry. I absolutely in love with the purple ipad mini, my favorites items has to be the keyboard with the purple case just because it's so cute with the all of the purple collection. Hope i get the ipad mini. And love your energy

[Oxford]

I loved the “ Are you a consumer or a creator ?” This made SO KUCH SENSE to a woman my age (59) struggling to decide which to buy when the price isn’t a factor !
I don’t “ create” my sons both do ( 1 does human computer interaction, my other son is a landscape architect ( lots of drawing etc ) he has the largest iPad Pro & needs it )
He told me several times I don’t need the iPad Pro - but your one question has helped me more than the previous 8 videos I watched!
Just to let you know how you helped an older “ non tech” person!
I’ve subscribed!

[UGOOMERO]

The Apple Pencil flip at 6:17 - 6:22 was glorious 👌🏽

[shi]

You can't imagine how i enjoyed the upfront conclusion. 🥰🥰🥰🥰 Fr any video needs