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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00:38 Upfront conclusion
01:24 Consumer vs Creator
02:46 Diminishing returns
04:05 Basic iPad
06:34 iPad Air (2020)
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16:40 iPad Pro 12.9"
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[@The_Real_Brent_Savage]

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

[@flashread]

🤣🤣🤣👍🏻

[@tatsukialmologist]

Some schools provide Chromebooks and Windows laptops, but the iPads are pretty great for students.

[@tedlovejesus]

The cheapest iPad now is about 320 usd

[@kristiecoldero1813]

🤣🤣🤣👌🏽

[@m.smadani6695]

I did , on my own, 16 year old and i don’t work either

[@krim7]

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.

[@nikitaauxusa8064]

I bought the 2018 iPad Pro 11" when it came out. it still feels as smooth as in 2018. I agree with you.

[@annalia6003]

Totally agree. My 2016 iPad Pro still runs very smoothly. It is a 256GB version and was considered overkill when you look back in 2016, but good thing is it lasts really long

[@mohammedmashud4621]

Have a 2020 ipad pro which I only use to red manga. Can confirm it's definitely coping well. Did waste my money on all editing apps tho as a graphic designer.

[@Jwatchdizzledrip3003]

I agree. I bought my Mini 5 256gb Dec 2020 to use as a gaming/movie/media hub. All my 35 AAA games from Ps1-PS4 and my 4 movies have only used up 152GB so you’re right about the higher tier Eventually in 5 years, I’ll use the the remaining 80GB if more games come out or for movies..I hope

[@vaishnavipatil2469]

Hey, I wanted to buy an ipad for digital art, editing videos, content creation, studying, notetaking and consuming few multimedia. If I buy an IPAD AIR 5 this year, how long will it last ? I mean how many years could I use it? :)

[@saranassar9994]

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!

[@steptoeson007]

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 KZbin 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…

[@Ariel333666999]

Excellent ! Thank you for sharing!

[@allaroundnanay]

wow!

[@bhodges00]

Great choice.

[@callum__w]

Shoulda gone to specsavers

[@steptoeson007]

@@callum__w Cheeky 😂

[@aliabdaal]

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[@DrTRNAD]

Hey ali

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[@DrTRNAD]

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[@JJustinXu]

Yes on Friday haha!!!

[@DrTRNAD]

@@JJustinXu actually Saturday here haha

[@TheCriminalImagination]

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

[@sledgehammer1968]

Buy Samsung tab s7+ or s8+ or s8 ultra way better than iPad’s .I have iPad Pro 2021 then I bought s8+ ,man the difference in crazy .. Spen is way better than Apple Pencil !

[@TheCriminalImagination]

@@sledgehammer1968 thank you I will check it out

[@janarthanansubramanian5004]

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.

[@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.

[@sisymags4492]

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

[@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.

[@kemogaming4189]

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!

[@clementtong7113]

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

[@Anniinskii]

The only reason I want the iPad Pro 12.9 is for the screen size. I’m kinda blind so I need a big screen 😂

[@kamaboko1]

Warning to all if you don't already know. The WhatsApp post in this thread is a scam. Seeing a lot of it on KZbin lately.

[@lenniejoaquin7091]

I’m more inclined to choose this version as well!

[@daniel11111]

@@Anniinskii same. I’m visually impaired and I like the massive amount of screen estate making things look all big.

[@muhammadsadiq7466]

Hey I am Gce student I need ipad becz books are too much expensive and many books are needed Should I buy an ipad Which ipad should I buy, budget! Is mini good for students for notes Or should I go for air 4 Telll me And last storage Plz consider all and suggest me Plz

[@tryitsimple5389]

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. 🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@swtlikecndy4119]

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!

[@ClearComplexity]

The fact this video starts off saying and explaining what 99% of "reviewers" refuse to say gets an instant like from me. Most people that have an iPad would be just fine with the entry level variant. You've got dozens of "reviews" of the 12.9-inch Pro that spend 10 minutes talking about walking videos, playing games, and maybe if there's time mention taking a note or something. If you have the money to waste, go for it, but if you're just consuming content then don't waste your money on a Pro. Get and entry level model and be happy. If you can find a last gen Air for cheap in good shape with the new M1 being released that's a great option too. As for carrying a notebook or a tablet, if you're strictly Mac/Apple then the biggest reason would be illustration or any other use of the Pencil/a Stylus. Apple strictly plans on keeping touch far away from Macs, so you would have to take out the Macbook and then a drawing tablet to achieve the same functionality as basically an Air or Pro.

[@jdog90650]

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 💜

[@dr.harshad.fitness]

@@aliabdaa2182 nice try

[@ghostpubg6016]

I use iPad mini 6

[@Pilgrim1st]

Hey, did you get the 11" or the 12.9"? Which do you think is best for students (especially ones who would have to do a lot of maths)?

[@dr.harshad.fitness]

@@Pilgrim1st 11"

[@pollo.888]

I run an air 3 to take all of my notes for CS and it works pretty well. If you can spend the extra for the larger screen, go for it.

[@Razrman]

One of the best “which iPad to buy” video I have seen.

[@UGOOMERO]

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

[@shi3329]

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

[@PragmaticPengu1]

I love how you summed up your video up-front for under 2 minutes, beautiful! Still going to stick around because I love your content, but what a pro-level move!

[@arandumguy724]

Trust me! He just got a new sub 👍🏽

[@samuelperez1658]

I loooove that he gave the quick answer to the title of the video in the first minute and then he allows us to stay longer for more detail

[@Oxford322]

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!

[@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.

[@dr.mitsuha]

hello! I'm a med student who is trying to decide which ipad should I go for. I'm thinking about air or pro but 11" model. I need storage so I'm going to buy at least 256 gb. And I'll use them for most likely for writing or drawing. I'm going to use them for about 8 or 10 years so it's important for me. which one should I get in this circumstances?? And the bigger screen really affecting the experience that much?? I'll be carry this ipad everyday so bigger screen can make it tiring in my opinion.

[@chelseacahyadi688]

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 Ali.......

[@DericksonCaballero]

love the upfront conclusion, makes me feel that you take care of people's time. You got a new sub!

[@Sajirah]

As an artist who works with absolutely massive canvas sizes I pretty much had to go with the Pro 12.9. I tried the Air but it severely limited my canvas size so I eventually had to upgrade to the Pro. Added to that the 12.9 vs the 11 just gives me more space to work and split screen when I need to see a reference is just so much better on the 12.9 rather than the 11 or 10.9 in screen.

[@bhavnajain3731]

i wanted to get one but im confused so should I get air 5 or pro coz I've heard the 3d features don't work on iPad air😫and I wanna use for art

[@Sajirah]

@@bhavnajain3731 If you’re using it for 3D art then you’ll definitely need the higher ram of the Pro. Anything creatively intensive like that will push the iPad to its limits so you’ll want the model with the highest amount of ram (which is the Pro).

[@bhavnajain3731]

@@Sajirah also any idea about the storage coz the iPad is super expensive so I'm thinking about whether to have 128 or 256GB 😥😥

[@Sajirah]

@@bhavnajain3731 I’m with Lunabear, I got the 256 gb. I’ve already used up 90 gb of it and I only bought it back in January so 128 gb just wouldn’t have been enough for me. 256 is usually a good sweet spot. Though you can definitely store a lot of your art on cloud services or SSDs to save space you always want to have a little wiggle room with your on board storage. Keep in mind though, you don’t necessarily have to buy the most brand new up to date Pro. I decided to go the refurbished route to save some money and bought the 2020 Pro instead of the 2021 version from Apple’s refurbished store and it looks and works like new (and comes with a year warranty) but was several hundred dollars cheaper than the 2021 Pro. While the M1 chip and 2 extra gb of ram would’ve been nice, the two models don’t actually behave much differently and the 2020 Pro is still leagues better than all the other iPad models on the market.

[@vaishnavipatil2469]

Hey, I wanted to buy an ipad for digital art, editing videos, content creation, studying, notetaking and consuming few multimedia. If I buy an IPAD AIR 5 this year, how long will it last ? I mean how many years could I use it? :)

[@Dee_Lopez]

Hope we get an iPad mini pro in the future as an option. Pro motion, xdr, larger battery, more storage, and maybe even m1 and more ram. Yes it will cost more, but I have not met one person who has the mini and wouldn’t want these options to make it a power house.

[@farisa1116]

if that was ever in student friendly price and not i have a rich dad price plus im from india and many people here use the older ipads and choose the 2019 one too as it supports pencil ofc the rich have unlimited options

[@whoknows4122]

@@farisa1116 get your money up not ur funny up

[@farisa1116]

@@whoknows4122 the iPad 9th gen still works pretty flawlessly

[@muhammadsadiq7466]

Hey I am Gce student I need ipad becz books are too much expensive and many books are needed Should I buy an ipad Which ipad should I buy, budget! Is mini good for students for notes Or should I go for air 4 Telll me And last storage Plz consider all and suggest me Plz

[@iamcrisanto]

I seriously appreciate your decision upfront!!! Wish more KZbinrs did that 🤞

[@jenniferri7735]

thank you! this is exactly what i needed - i’ve been thinking about getting my first ipad for a bit as a laptop replacement and wanted comparisons that weren’t just on apple’s website. my gut was to go with the basic since i am probably 80% consumer and you have confirmed it, so 👍🏼

[@imtyaz]

I’m probably as much a consumer as you are and I’m sure the base iPad is going to be a great choice! I have an iPad Air 3 with an even older A12 Bionic processor and it’s still running super fast today. This is true even in comparison to an M1 MacBook Air that I use daily.

[@sharon7382]

I had a basic iPad and lost it traveling. It doesn’t fit in my purse. I replaced it with a mini that I can tuck safely away in my purse when I am out and about.

[@klinx888]

Embarked on some research on what iPad today Sees Ali uploaded this review a few days earlier No other video needed Thank you Ali I love you

[@angkur1]

Been using my old iPad 3 since 2012, it still runs smoothly for extremely basic stuff.

[@ogdanem]

I think Mini with Cellular is the best tablet on the market. I had several iPad in the past, and I always thought that it will be the device I will use to write notes, emails, write docs, and consume but find out that in reality I have only consumed staff and only sketched a bit for the fun. I think buying an iPad with all accessories is to lose the fun of using the tablet for quick staff on a bigger screen. Emails, which are 70% of my work, I just read on the device and respond to it from the laptop. All those tablet's keyboards are not comfortable especially when you have to write emails in multi-languages. Thus, I recommend iPad Mini with cellular connectivity which is light, fast to use and consume, and you can even type with your two hands as you do on iPhone.

[@scotlandtheinsane3359]

I prefer the magic keyboard to my M1 MAc’s keyboard although they are quite similar. The earlier Smart Keyboard was unworkable imo though..

[@elevate4844]

Yup

[@Zuudloarn]

You’re absolutely right, if it wasn’t for the jelly scrolling, strange scaling and 60hz screen. Make it a 9 inch tablet with 120Hz Amoled display and it would be perfect👌

[@ns9456]

Absolutely agree.

[@mantapdjiwa9768]

@@Zuudloarn with that mindset in 2025 we will have 11" ipad mini 8

[@kimberlyberger3181]

Appreciation for Ali's upfront conclusion. 😄 For this reason, I watch until the end. 👍

[@uhohoreo1223]

You sir have earned a follow just for the “upfront conclusion”

[@skyhemsworth5838]

iPad mini is the one for me, because of the size, portability, and fits just right to what I needed. I don’t need a iPad Air or iPad Pro, they’re too big for what I’m planning to use and what I’ve used my iPad mini so far. I’m happy and satisfied with my experience with my iPad mini 6. The best!

[@wkm610]

Great review, especially the ‘diminishing returns’/‘consumer/creator’ illustration. I’m looking to update my 2018 12.9” iPad Pro and this made me realise that, for my needs/use, I probably still need an iPad Air at the least or an iPad Pro 11”. I do use the iPad as a ‘laptop replacement’ for business trips of up to 2 weeks (as I need EXCEL and WORD mainly). It certainly doesn’t ‘cut it’ as a full-time desktop/laptop replacement, but will do for short periods of time. The Mini won’t work for me as I already have a Kindle and prefer a larger screen for web surfing, watching movies and emailing, etc. The video also confirmed my decision to downsize to a MacBook 14” when I finally can afford to…. Great job!

[@cassidyspence3075]

I appreciate how you just got straight to the point in the beginning. Made me want to stay for the rest of the video. Thank you ! :)

[@playlistzonlinek6818]

By far the most helpful video. I’ve seen a lot ever since the new apple event. This definitely made the decision easier.

[@KirariandMikan]

Omg been waiting for a review like this from Ali🥳 Been looking to upgrade my Gen 7 (paired with a K380 Logitech keyboard) which I mainly use for media consumption, document viewing and occasionally note-taking. It honestly still works really well and has great battery life, but is kinda hard to write on (maybe I’m just not used to digital note-taking or need a matte screen protector) and the design is starting to feel old. Decided to go with the Air 5 starlight as I really like the sleek design/fresh colours and it better suits my needs. Momentarily thought of getting the 11’ Pro for the extra storage and 4 speakers, but it seems like overkill as I’ve only ever used 20GB on my current device. Also went to try the Pros out at a physical store and found the ProMotion screen slightly dizzying for me. With the Air 5 I could get a magic keyboard (my dream keyboard🥺) with the money left instead. I also wouldn’t have to baby it as much as the Pro still feels quite expensive for me! (Not me thinking that iPad Mini 6 looks nice after watching this video...)

[@crossinglia]

I’m considering this exact update, any advice?

[@thanosthemadtitan5518]

Upfront conclusions are amazing. Thanks for respecting our time.

[@maxschmick5179]

So I as a student enjoy my ipad pro 12.9 because of the perfomance and especially size, having the bigger display and 120hz just make everyday use so much more convenient and enjoyable

[@EmCeeMS]

SERIOUSLY LOVE HOW U JUST GET TO THE POINT AND GIVE THE DETAILS SWIFTLY. Thank you!!!

[@V.Madjid]

Very informative and systematic review.. it has always been 👍🏼

[@Driftuner]

I think "for the money" the Air is still the best ipad you can buy. Yes its nearly double the price of the base one, but you do get very significant improvements. USB-C, 10.9 inch laminated screen, Apple Pencil 2 Support with integrated charging doc, much better stereo firing speakers (left and right on landscape mode), better fingerprint sensor, uncomparable better chip and now with the M1chip and center stage front camera it just gaps that bridge to the Pro models even more and imo it completely renders de 11 inch Pro useless. All these upgrades are worth it imo...i had the 2020 Air and couldnt be happier

[@shahulegends]

but you can get ipad air 256gb at the same price as ipad pro 128gb , one downside is you lose 128gb for pro but with pro will get you 120hz promotion , thunderbolt and face id . thats why i purchased ipad pro 11 inch 128 gb

[@casual9565]

@@shahulegends Yeah but those features don't matter that much compared to the storage

[@mohammedmashud4621]

@@casual9565 120hz display panel definitely is equivalent to around 30gb. It makes a big difference. And lidar scanner is a nice gimmick as well.

[@simonvutov7575]

@@shahulegends completely agree, it will last longer

[@omaraabed]

Also, the newer ipad air has M1 chip I did not know he said that in teh vid

[@abdulazizessam5577]

This is hands down the best decision making guide I've seen on KZbin, ever!

[@RadioActiV_]

Really respect the quick and concise answer before diving in to the specifics

[@tmb8807]

Good stuff, thanks. The form factor of the Mini is just perfect for me for reading/watching stuff when I'm not at a desk. Like you, the iPad will never replace my actual computer for anything creative so it's almost a consumption device by default, but despite that I do actually find it relatively easy to bash out a quick note or email with the on-screen keyboard on the Mini without putting it down, unlike the larger iPads.

[@Nee904]

I personally own a MacBook Air that stays at home as a desktop, an iPad Pro 12.9 for research and note taking and an iPad mini 6 to read up on articles and do some work during transit time to work, which takes around 2 hours both ways. Although it seems like an overkill, but having to work full time and study part time, setting up this system works really well for me! I think ultimately it is what you are using the iPad for and whether it suits your lifestyle and help you be more productive.

[@j.r.j.8499]

Perfectly explained. Great Job. I normally base my purchasing decisions on the law of diminishing returns. Personally, I think it is the best way to get the most of your puchase. Thanks for the video

[@TimoWelde]

LOVE the upfront conclusion!

[@arandumguy724]

I wish I watched this video first. Would’ve save a bunch of time! I loved that you went straight to the point in the first few minutes. I was on the fence between the Air and 11 inch pro mainly because of storage but I don’t plan on downloading a ton of apps or games because I’m a console guy. So the 64gb will most likely do the job. If push comes to shove I’ll just buy a pro after the M2 comes out.

[@finnneville1932]

I got the iPad Pro 12.9 inch through parent work points and I have to say there isn’t anything better. It is a great option for anyone in my opinion and can be used for anything. I personally chose so I didn’t have to get one for another long time

[@rubyofftherails]

i really like the way he gets right into the topic.

[@shakerachowdhury1875]

Appreciate having the upfront conclusion at the beginning🥰

[@LanaMaddyJanne]

I literally watched over 30 reviews now, and this is the only one that actually helped me in my decision. The only review that actually explained it and said what it actually was. Thank you for that.

[@Godschild77786]

Which one did you go for?

[@LanaMaddyJanne]

@@Godschild77786 Ipad pro 11 inch (:

[@Godschild77786]

@@LanaMaddyJanne Thanks for the quick response Was leaning towards that one only Either Air 256 or 128 Pro 11” Happy with it?

[@LanaMaddyJanne]

@@Godschild77786 both should work fine, but i love doing digital art so pro seemed just that bit better for it...

[@shellydhingra8141]

Great content - straight, upfront without gimmicks. Thank you for valueing our time. subscribing right away!

[@juice7546]

Great video, great delivery. Love the bottom line in the opening segment before the more detailed analysis.

[@julionagashima5385]

Till now, the best video on ipads. Thank you

[@scotlandtheinsane3359]

I hunted for my M1 12.9 IPad Pro so it was ‘new other’ on Ebay for £800. I got the magic keyboard 2nd hand but in excellent condition for £200. It’s also not the new-gen one and yet still fits perfectly. And bought the pencil new but with a student reduction from Apple for about a 107. So 1107 in total instead of, what, nearly £1447 which is RIDICULOUS. But I have to say I love it and it is actually in many ways more helpful for studying (as I’m into ‘liquid text’ in a big way and other ‘Ipad-centric’ programmes). It’s also way more interactive via the touchscreen and pencil. Put it this way, if Apple would magically allow it to operate Mac OS maybe via say an even more premium Pro Max model, MacBook sales would probably collapse. Which is why they won’t do it of course.

[@Nocturna.]

Don't forget to check 3rd party markets like craigslist and the others. I got a 2 months old M1 iPad Pro 256gb for 700 usd and it came with protection other extras. Same for almost everything you buy. It also helps the environnement, giving a second life to objects.

[@hillaven2745]

Love the format, to the point all the info you need upfront if you want to hear more keep watching

[@Roee_Bar]

I've got to say the edit and effects are REALLY good and helps to keep track

[@CinemaZiggy]

The IPad mini is still great for creators especially visual seeing there are sketchbooks this size and smaller. I’m a person who makes art almost daily either drawing or digital sculpture and reads almost daily. I’m also out a lot due to work so the mini has been a great choice for me especially due to its portability allowing me to pull it out anywhere and get to work pretty comfortably and really build consistent habits in multiple areas by having so many tools in one place on a device I have no excuse not to bring with me. The portability, power and the IPadOS apps have allowed me to up my productivity greatly enough that literally everyone around me has noticed. I will pull out my iPad anywhere like I do my phone. I only have productive apps on my iPad as well, I turn off IMessage and no social media so that when I’m in iPad mode my energy is only going toward creative and productive things. The rest I do on my phone. When I’m home I prefer my desktop setup unless I’m feeling lazy and don’t wanna get out of bed in this case the size of the mini comes in handy again. Often just journaling in goodnotes alone from bed gives me the boost to start my day on those lazy mornings.

[@bhavnajain3731]

what about the 3d features problem coz many of those 3d options don't work well then😣

[@oraculchervei8257]

I am a maths student and I purchased the 12.9 inch cause I needed a big screen. Air’s screen was too small for me. I cannot say that I use the M1 chip, but I am definitely not regretting the decision. It was 1.100 pounds with a pen and I am happy with the decision

[@sciacca44]

Thanks for your explanation of all the IPads helped me in my decision of which one is best for me.

[@ahsanahamed4066]

All of your tech reviews are very unique and let me to take a strong decisions. thank you Ali. love from Sri Lanka

[@albertvathapally84]

You completely missed the Apple refurbished section. You mentioned that students won’t notice the difference between the A and M series processors, so the 2018 iPad Pro in the Apple refurbished section is a much better deal than the current iPad Air and Pro.

[@tash22010]

But it’s already 4 years old so wouldn’t it be better to get a newer device, especially for a student who needs longevity in their ipad?

[@romainvandenschrick3426]

New iPad Air or iPad Pro 11 2020 (refurbished) for the same price ? I’m split between the two

[@mohammedmashud4621]

@@romainvandenschrick3426 compare the display panels at an apple store to make your final decision. That's why I went with the Pro you mentioned.

[@spooks3802]

@@tash22010 they basically renew anything that may make it outdated so the battery is back up to 100% health so unless you are a creator like Ali mentioned, there is no point in getting new pros if you can just get the old ones. You can also just get 2020 model if ur very concerned about that problem

[@tash22010]

@@spooks3802 i meant in terms of software updates

[@Anniinskii]

I got the IPad Pro 12.9 and it’s amazing. If you can afford it definitely get it. The big screen really makes a difference, as a student it makes multitasking so much better. I didn’t get the magic keyboard, it was out of my budget but I did get the Apple Pencil. Bluetooth keyboards work really nicely tho. Thanks for the video it really helped make up my mind.

[@adaainthere3382]

What gb did you get?

[@Anniinskii]

@@adaainthere3382 I got the 256GB model and it’s really great, I think it’s enough storage for note taking and digital art. 😊

[@adaainthere3382]

@@Anniinskii thank u! im getting the same storage too since i want it future proof and i dont want to worry about storage (tho external drives can be utilized for that)

[@dr.mitsuha]

hello guys! I'm a med student who is trying to decide which ipad should I go for. I'm thinking about air or pro but 11" model. I need storage so I'm going to buy at least 256 gb. And I'll use them for most likely for writing or drawing. I'm going to use them for about 8 or 10 years so it's important for me. which one should I get in this circumstances??

[@dr.mitsuha]

And the bigger screen really affecting the experience that much?? I'll be carry this ipad everyday so bigger screen can make it tiring in my opinion.

[@lakshaykataria]

Upfront conclusion section got me to like. Just what I was looking for. Thanks :)

[@mariakochuparambil4290]

this has helped me massively with choosing what Ipad i need for uni. Thank youuuu!!!

[@friscodog]

That diminishing returns graph is a super-useful heuristic. I don't know why I've never thought of that before, but it's a terrific visualization. I do think the graph should be steeper between the basic iPad and the iPad Mini, because the Apple Pencil 2, the laminated screen, and USB-C for external storage are really fundamental improvements to creative work of any kind. Nevertheless, applying the concept of diminishing returns is a very useful way of thinking about the decision.

[@manishindudhar]

Hey thanks Ali - Wonderful informative videos as always. Helped me decide which iPad to order today - Our usage mostly come under the mid-range of the usage spectrum and ordered the new iPad Air with M1 chip 256gb blue Wifi only one - mostly for my kids to play games/watch videos/movies and video calls- not much heavy work! Amazing categorization of explaining content - keep doing the great work 👍🏼

[@AA-ep8it]

Why did you not get the base 11" iPad Pro? Do you really need the extra 128GB of storage?

[@manishindudhar]

@@AA-ep8it Well thought over it again and again about whether iPad Pro base model or the new iPad Air with M1 chip 256gb Wi-Fi only which I ordered.. (money really wasn’t the issue but usage was [as Ali explained beautifully about the usage spectrum..:)]) Also for the same iPad Pro base price - after comparison - got (ordered) Apple Pencil 2 also along with iPad Air. 256gb and 10-11” iPads is a sweet spot for us as a family - Have iCloud for all backups especially photos. Also we never really need or used the Pro features of iPad Pro - The FaceId or the better back cameras or 120hz pro motion among other differences with new iPad Air (I’m sure they are good to have). Our iPad Air is mainly going to be used by my kids to play games, watch videos, attend online classes/video calls, do some note taking if at all and so on. We (parents) occasionally use iPad for shopping (even though in-app purchases will be disabled for safety as kids mainly use) or browsing or making video calls/watch some videos/movies and such. (With lot many restrictions in place..:)) The new iPad Air with M1 chip is way capable for all those and future-proof for at least next 5 years :) In-fact still using our last iPad Pro 10.5” same 256gb which is almost 5 years now and working absolutely fine except - very recently both the front and back cameras stopped working cause of kids heavy usage, fighting over the iPad, dropping iPad too many times. (So from our past experience, basically not looking Pro features of iPad with great cameras as we don’t use iPads as main photo taking device too [use iPhone 12 Pro’s and 13 Pro’s for taking photos/videos and have MacBook and other pc laptops as-well])

[@hanahonda6959]

Thank you for getting to the conclusion at the beginning. SO helpful!!

[@abfinances]

Your videos are genuinely inspiring me to keep on posting man.❤️

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Ali’s Tech Videos are such fun! I’m here for it 👏🏽

[@emp.splash]

With regards to bezel size, I think having bigger bezels makes a tablet more comfortable to use. The obsession with bezel reduction comes with a penalty to comfort in this category.

[@ubaidullaher1245]

Exactly! That's why buying a second hand ipad pro makes more sense, which i did.

[@haseefhaleem3146]

@@ubaidullaher1245 what site did you use to buy this?

[@MaximusTheChosenOne]

@@ubaidullaher1245 your response makes no sense to this comment

[@MaximusTheChosenOne]

That’s what palm rejection technology is for. So this the logic isn’t exactly accurate.

[@ubaidullaher1245]

@@MaximusTheChosenOne idk what exactly you're trying to say but bigger bezel size is more convenient for most, my ipad pro 2018 has palm rejection too, so?

[@Spideyy2099]

I really appreciate your approach to this video. The spectrum and scale is great

[@rayhankabir9610]

Your upfront conclusion is really awesome style .... A big thumbs up for you👍🏼

[@beverlybean3597]

This video instantly helped me choose the iPad mini as the best iPad for my use case!! I was stuck in indecision for MONTHS looking at the bigger, more powerful models ...but I really just need a cozy reader / research / writing tool cause I always have my laptop. The iPad mini with the Apple pencil is great!! Thanks Ali and team!

[@muhammadsadiq7466]

Hey I am Gce student I need ipad becz books are too much expensive and many books are needed Should I buy an ipad Which ipad should I buy, budget! Is mini good for students for notes Or should I go for air 4 Telll me And last storage Plz consider all and suggest me Plz

[@Sam-oq5cq]

So, I’m confused on which one to buy, I want it for writing notes, so you recommend me the mini one?

[@B1INK]

@@Sam-oq5cqhey I whould say get the mini for notes nd portable I use it for gaming but it supports apple 2

[@B1INK]

@@muhammadsadiq7466hello from Canada I would say get the mini 6 for notes due to portability nd Apple Pencil 2 nd super clear screen

[@vnrays3775]

Owning both an iPad Pro 11" and an iPad Mini 6, I fully understand what you're describing. Gosh, the iPad Mini is such a delight device to hold and use, but that 120Hz display is the only thing keeping me from selling my iPad Pro. I really hope the Mini 7 to have a better screen, that would be an instant buy from me LOL!

[@PAUL_BAX3]

I like your format. All the basics up front and the guts later on.

[@Kaqqie]

like the video intro. straight to the point. no bs. every youtuber should kick it like that

[@PaulElijas]

I honestly love the big Pro for the screen. Mainly watching videos on it and using it as a second screen

[@ChristosLouridas]

Nice one Ali as always. It's Chris from other older comments. changed to my streaming name. Looking forward to the next vid.

[@shreyb1409]

I m going for mini, thanks for giving the clearity.

[@rowanthomas9181]

I have the ipad mini but was debating switching it out for the new air, but this solidified I made the right choice. The air is not needed for me. It would be way to heavy duty for what I’d use it for cause I’m soly on the consumer side of the spectrum. Ty ☺️

[@bakermrad]

I don't want to buy an ipad and can't afford it but I still enjoyed this video.

[@ZoeysMusings]

When you already know which iPad you want but want Ali to help you justify getting it 😂 Excellent review, Ali!

[@k4ifi]

Masha allah...the kind of review i was looking for!

[@user-kd3xi7kj1s]

I have been watching so many reviews about iPad just to buy one and thanks to you make myself so clear what to buy⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@jencoleman0504]

I have the 2019 basic iPad 9.7 and it’s been great for games, browsing, organization, and light illustration… 100% worth the few hundred bucks I spent, but I am excited to one day upgrade to the Pro and better Apple Pencil when I’m a more serious illustrator. Also MY IPAD IS MY COMPUTER so 90% of people won’t need the pro ESPECIALLY if you have a separate computer. You’re talking 3x the price so know what you’ll actually use and save the money!

[@AraujoMarii]

This was the best iPad comparison video I've watched, and believe me, I've watched quite a lot of them. As a student who just wants to optimize PDF reading and note-taking I guess I'll go for the basic one :)

[@aptainShip]

The most properly explained video I have come across yet.

[@jasonjoshuadsouza]

You deserve a like . You have explained me amazingly , with the help of bar graphs . And benefit of every iPad , Now I know what to buy. Thank you sir 😊.

[@Neos4398]

Well I have to say that for me getting an iPad with Apple Pencil was a big gamechanger at university. I left my laptop at home if I had no programming courses that day and the iPad was enough to take notes, scroll through the presentations and read and learn stuff. Since I switched from my windows notebook to the mba m1 I am using my iPad less than before but that's because I am on my masters and my courses changed a lot. I would totally recommend the base iPad. You get a great value for that price and I am using my Gen 6 one since over 3 years now.

[@Iminoamino]

Which one will you recommend for solely taking notes at university? Thanks😊

[@Neos4398]

@@Iminoamino If you just want to take notes and study with it, the basemodel is enough. I use mine for university, some comics and netflix. If you have a little more money to spend you can grab the air. The pencil 2 is better and with the m1 it is a real beast. But like I said.. the basemodel is enough for a daily university device

[@matthewterry3027]

I managed to snag a used 2018 iPad Pro 11 inch on eBay for £300 - fantastic condition, no issues or screen scratches. Only a few light marks on the back. Best deal in a long time!

[@michaelm6072]

I like your upfront conclusion and I watched the entire video. Well done.

[@kazeenaziz1005]

Ali!! I love these videos and can’t wait for more to come! Thank you so much h for everything you do and the value you produce

[@ZK_33]

I am leaning towards the mini. My main need is to (peer-) review loads of academic papers for conferences and journals. I also feel the need to write physically on a paper I am reviewing, but printing all of them is kind of nuts... What's your take on this? To read and annotate academic papers with multiple colors, is the mini wide enough to do a decent job at it? Many thanks!

[@mishmashofthots]

I have an iPad mini, which I love, and an iPad Pro 11. I reckon that the mini wouldn’t be as suited for your needs as something like the iPad Air only because of the screen real estate. I use my mini more like a digital journal and an extension of my phone. Reading papers, especially in pdf format, isn’t ideal on a smaller screen like this. I would turn the iPad landscape and see maybe 5-7 lines of text? On the iPad Air/Pro, you can take in more visual information before you have to scroll. But if you like to focus on text in that way, the iPad Mini is great. (Fwiw, if I had to keep only one of these devices, I’d keep the mini and give up the pro because I don’t create content anymore and the mini is perfect for life in general). For either of these devices, grabbing a paper like screen protector makes the writing experience really nice. I use my pencil on both devices and enjoy the experience. Hope this helps!

[@issasecretbuddy]

I really like the mini, but it is definitely a little on the small size. I'd try to handle both in person and see how you feel. Also, if you feel inclined to go for a larger ipad, I'd look at buying used previous gen ipad pros on ebay, which are often quite heavily discounted

[@vivianecastroy]

Hii, where do you read your arcticles?