Why I Chose The 11-inch Over the 12.9-inch iPad Pro! 2020 iPad Pro Size Comparison!

[@clintonharrell2556]

11" iPad pro is $799. 12.9" iPad pro is $999. $200 difference not $100.

[@DanielRomero]

Ahhhh you're right! I had purchased my 12.9" through the Edu site and it's $900 for the base model through there and that stayed in my head for some reason! Thanks for the heads up!

[@clintonharrell2556]

@@DanielRomero Great comparison video though. I'm waiting for my 11" to come in and was wondering if I should of ordered the 12.9". Your review made me more sure in my 11" purchase.

[@DharveshKhan]

If you want to use this as a laptop replacement, then 12.9 is better..

[@rachelwhitakeer7197]

12.9-inch iPad Pro with a #LUMIY lightblade LAMP everyone is getting that at apple #APPLE STORE

[@shameonyou632]

If u pinch the keyboard u can make it small on the 11in

[@orlandodv7474]

I find myself wanting one for absolutely no reason at all. This quarantine has me so bored, I want to spend money I don't have.

[@leytonwightman6194]

Orlando DV I literally just sold my perfectly working windows laptop and bought one of these for school and had no reason other than boredom

[@yambar1992]

I just bought it for absolutely no reason😂

[@orlandodv7474]

Bought the 11 inch a week ago. Still no need...but I love it!

[@SuperNovaHeights_]

Orlando DV yeah me also

[@latoyablake9717]

Listen! I gotta stop online shopping. They’ve convinced me to buy this lol

[@sickeditsss]

It's simple if you have a laptop then go for 11 inch & if you don't have a laptop then get the 12.9 inch it'll help in both. I choose 11inch for me

[@ksiss]

Apple seriously just needs to make a 12” model. That would be the Goldilocks size for sure.

[@MARCM0DE]

6 inches is enough

[@mark250]

MARCM0DE and don’t let anyone tell you different

[@charnaeyoung9815]

MARCM0DE 😂😂😂

[@Liam-hu3zh]

MARCM0DE I hope so because that’s all I got..

[@magsol76]

One thing almost nobody mentions is the different formfactor: the 11 is the only ipad that is more rectangular. Which means smaller black bars when viewing widescreen content (in landscape mode). Even though the 12.9 has a larger screen, more of it is unused space with most movies and tvshows.

[@MrAndrewAu]

The 12.9" grabs too much attention in public when you're on the bus or something. The 11" is much more discrete like a regular tablet and people won't bat an eye.

[@martinlarsson3434]

Your choice is then solely dependent on what other people think, and not the different utilities they bring.

[@zero64]

@@martinlarsson3434 this actually might be a reasonable choice if you live in an area with a high crime rate, like america

[@KemetEG]

@@martinlarsson3434 yes I don't like to be that guy who walk around with expensive devices to show off especially if you live in 3 world country .. I don't like attention and its easy to carry 11 inch model and more mobility , cheaper

[@AArrad]

@@zero64 I find it funny that you referred to the entirety of america as a "high crime rate area"

[@jnnfrcyy____]

True

[@clarenceloieprima6747]

Another factor is battery life! I mean I don't mind the size of the 12.9 but battery tests suggest that the 11 lasts a lot longer (almost two hours longer) than the 12.9. That's a huge thing to consider with portability

[@thisismychannelname1]

I personally own the 12.9 inch one and I really love it. I especially like it because I tend to use the multitasking feature to put my textbook on one half of my screen, and my notes on the other. I've never had an issue carrying it around. That's one of the main reasons why I got the larger iPad. If you want to try to FULLY convert from paper to the iPad, the larger one is great because it can fit absolutely everything you need on the screen and you may tend to multitask more than you really think ;)

[@cperception]

Spencer Nuzzo thats the comment i was looking for. I need one for the new semester. Thats why i didnt know for which size to go. Since i have a lot of ebooks and stuff the bigger size is great to drag and drop fast between ebook and notes.

[@yogitogi8639]

cperception i have the 12.9 inch, i absolutely love the multitasking feature and it helps me have more space to take notes and it’s overall great and I rarely use my laptop now :)

[@mercurycould]

I have been trying to figure out which tablet would be best for me and as a college student multitasking is the best when I’m trying to watch KZbin and jot down notes. And as a podcaster and book writer it’s a lot easier to switch between the task. Thanks a lot for this comment.

[@scotthunter4]

Plus there’s enough screen real estate to be able to watch KZbin videos in the top half of the screen and scroll through comments in the lower half when in portrait orientation.

[@dlwlrma9766]

exactly why I placed my order today! I currently own a 10.5 pro and splitscreen can really be a problem, especially when I'm trying to take notes from a textbook. I don't necessarily need it as a laptop as my mbp has been serving me well, but the larger screen actually means a lot for us who use splitscreen on a daily basis. and at home my mbp is connected to a larger monitor, so I would normally view iPad screen when studying. So I think the larger screen would be nice. I had the same doubt about "hard to carry it around". But c'mon, put it in a sleeve and pack it in your bag! It's not like you are juggling it like in a circus lol

[@geliumed]

Excellent question that make me choose the right iPad for me: Do you want a laptop that you can sometimes use it as a tablet?, or Do you want a tablet that you can sometimes use it as a laptop?... bravo.

[@TabletopTom]

I agree - completely settled the doubts in my mind :D

[@strongherd]

but both of these ipad pros are tablets SMH!

[@giankcruz]

Same here! When he mesured the iPad with the Nintendo I unterstood what I need, I own a Switch and its size is totally fair

[@beyza-mv9kh]

I want to second one. Than which size i should buy

[@georgedavall9449]

km already said this in a comment! Don’t be stealing words

[@stephens2663]

I owned the 12.9 first then I went to the 11. I am all about the 11 at this point. So much lighter, more discrete, fits in smaller bags, and is more maneuverable. Good video sir.

[@LilBruno63]

This is such a hard decision for me, I wish there was a 12", I think a 12" would be the perfect size for me.

[@baldrat979]

if you are an artist the 12.9 inch is a no brainer because you have more area to draw

[@georgedavall9449]

That’s what she said! Huh!

[@dovalayn]

@@baldrat979 it’s too big personally

[@prospervic]

As a performing musician, the 12.9” is ideal for my particular use case: sheet music, which the 12.9” displays at FULL size. Yes, it’s a bit heavier than the 11”, but a helluva lot lighter than any ONE of my music score books.

[@soosoolar]

true!

[@tjppercussion]

Someone I can relate to! Does the 11" not display sheet music at full size, or are you just praising your 12.9" from personal experience?

[@prospervic]

Yes, I am. I’ve tried doing this on both sizes. The 11” will display the sheet music, but significantly smaller than actual size. I had to turn the iPad to landscape position, then scroll down for the bottom half of the page. Whereas the 12.9” displays the page exactly as you would see it on paper.

[@mikesrandomchannel]

For our US friends, it's exactly that: 8.5 by 11 inches. Even though I'm in Europe, this is a really tempting use case for me too. And I rarely take a pad anywhere (currently using an old Android 8 inch).

[@MsJacquese99]

Plus if you get the smaller size you can get more built in storage if that’s on the mind too

[@dannyboycalifornia]

Welp there goes my stimulus check.

[@anonren]

Did you get the iPad?

[@CrucialConflict.]

anonren, He went to buy 1200 dollars of toilet paper

[@DiaN-do3jm]

11, i'm used to this size and it doesn't feel small to me.

[@MonoXZY]

Thanks, I wasn’t sure which size to get but now I’m sold on 11 inch. 12.9 inch is nice with the extra screen space but I like holding my iPad rather than laying it on my desk and I’m never gonna be using it as a laptop replacement.

[@heatism]

TheRealCool 123 imagine the 12 inch with magic kebyboard. It’s gonna be $1350 for 128 gigs storage. You can do waaay more with an Air that costs 350 less, prolly the same footprint

[@sickeditsss]

Same here just light using

[@Hannah_-fl5re]

I decided for the 11“ inch because 12.9 is just too large for me to carry around everyday

[@ruetistic]

Yeah same

[@xanderpitzman5553]

me to

[@wholelottareduwu]

:0 the Coronavirus is in the replys :000000

[@jeffxin4032]

Me too

[@rubyxco]

I have the 12.9 and to be honest once you get used to it, it’s not that big at all.

[@Rower1978]

Recently purchased the 12.9” 4th generation iPad with Apple Pencil and completely blown away by it after upgrading from iPad mini. Don’t give it a second thought, 100% recommend the 12.9” version, it’s amazing!!

[@davidbell4949]

Thanks. useful....

[@balajireddy7811]

Does 12.9 inch mini led display on long hours of reading and watching online classes and notetaking strains eyes 👀 because it has pwm is 11 inch ipad pro 2021 better because it doesn't use pwm please clarify me

[@hakjie1112]

"Do you want a laptop that you can sometime use as a tablet OR do you want a tablet that you can sometime use as a laptop?" This helped me alot bro

[@michaeldiaz2409]

I wish there something in the middle like a 12.0 inch

[@AlphaHarmonious]

Michael Diaz Same. -Harmonious

[@prospervic]

Apple would probably make it some odd size, like 11.7”

[@princeregmi6219]

Acting like fulfilling the general needs but not in actual! That's how a business run😅😅

[@tater4442]

Right like that would be a sweet spot..because right now the 12.9 is to big and the 11 inch is to small. I have no idea which one I want

[@flower-jp1om]

Go buy surface pro 7, it is 12.3 inch

[@darwin09ferreirap]

Him: “It’s actually really cool to have a little tablet that is able...” iPad mini: Am I a joke to you?

[@stonewall5792]

Absolutely love my ipad mini

[@elli_lex]

Lol yea but it’s pro so we all bein gucci

[@jadedkoi4196]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@IDrawToothpicks]

@@stonewall5792 same ipad mini 5 here i use for procreate, but find myself needing a bigger size for art now because i find myself doing less art lately

[@stonewall5792]

@@IDrawToothpicks I definitely encourage a bigger iPad for art most definitely.

[@genzillennial]

I have been watching these types of videos for the past hour and still don't know which one I want!

[@wabberjacky9951]

I know part of you is just amazed that a tablet could be that big , i mean people use to buy 13 inch TV for the room so essentially its a TV you cary around . I went with the 11 cause ill probably use it more for the tablet side , also can you imagine this hitting you in the face while watching in bed!

[@mertsbuyuk]

12.9 The best choice i think. İt should be bigger so than our iPhones

[@elgrifo3011]

get bigger one for movies and shit

[@PuffyWuzHere]

I think the 12" is too big for the backpacks I like to use therefore I went for the 11"

[@yesiknowjava]

I have been watching these types of videos for over 4 months now. I went to the store twice. I still can't decide. On top of this there's iPad air coming. 🤪

[@krishpau]

I chose the 11 inch. Why?: Because I couldn’t afford 12.9 inch

[@eveeeeex]

🥺😂

[@itsmebblurim2336]

Same man

[@failtube7657]

Same 😭

[@elli_lex]

Lol true, I wanted to buy the 12’9 bcuz bigger better aight? Nah I changed my mind after watching this video, thank you Dan

[@iminacatsuit]

Same

[@gamalsaleh2361]

I’ve also been battling with the choice of size, but ultimately decided that the 11’ is more suitable for my use case. As a tablet, the 11” is much more comfortable to hand hold. It’s just a pleasure to use away from the desk - where I feel the 12.9” is more suited for use at a desk. When I’m at the desk and when I want to get some real work done, I plan to use an external monitor with Bluetooth keyboard and trackpad. I used to own a Sony Clie! I think the one I had was a UX50. Those things were so cool!

[@JasonTDolan]

I’m typing this on the 12.9 inch and loving the big screen. Can leave these on standby for days and power hardly moves.

[@chocolatebubbles6426]

Any artists here have the 11”?? I have been graciously gifted the opportunity to purchase the iPad Pro along with the Apple Pencil. I do not want to absolutely abuse my gift, so there is no question that I will purchase the 11”. I am just curious as to what you guys think about drawing on this iPad??

[@bonifaciomagdiwang1697]

@Tristen Menzies i am an artist too and planning to buy soon an ipad pro. I am struggling wich size are better for me?

[@bonifaciomagdiwang1697]

@Tristen Menzies just home only

[@bonifaciomagdiwang1697]

@Tristen Menzies Thank you so much. now i know what i am getting 🙏

[@psicologiatv147]

For all of those who want to feel the real size of the ipad 12.9 because ive found that these videos lack that, its almost the same (a bit smaller) than a normal piece of paper. That will give you an idea of the real size.

[@mikemuponda1781]

Just got the 2020 11" model...its perfect

[@BlackWestCoast]

as an artist the 12in is the sweet spot

[@hnz5714]

Marco Fernandez I don’t know what to doooooooooo I’m crying

[@marias3987]

Just as a sidenote, I’m pretty sure that in procreate you can make it to where only your pencil is able to leave marks, and your hand won’t screw up your drawing. I think it’s a setting within the app.

[@pablolounes123]

I've been searching for a while about this. Getting the iPad Pro was something i was looking for. The size question was just haunting me especially with the price difference. The argument with where the wrist rests was a turning point for me. I think you are the only one on KZbin who answered this question correctly and so clearly. Amazing video ! Thanks to you, i will be spending less for more and better !

[@leolorenzcruz5099]

Finally a review on the 11" almost every other tech KZbinr is head over heels for the 12.9" I do agree with the points made in this video, very well made. Post a video on your workflow and apps for the 11" inch! Would love to see that :>

[@westernpigeon]

after watching so many videos, i really think 12.9 isn’t necessary for anything you’re doing. it’s called an iPad for a reason. iPad’s are tablets. 12.9 is basically a laptop. 11 inch seems perfect for everything if you want to take it on the go. I don’t think it’s worth an extra $200. You can use that to buy an apple pencil instead. Thank you for this vid, i will be getting the 11 inch.

[@kazilife8059]

yikes, u obviously don't draw

[@westernpigeon]

@@kazilife8059 i actually do draw and i just upgraded to the m1 ipad pro 11 inch after a year with the 2020 ipad pro 11 inch

[@kazilife8059]

@@westernpigeon so you draw and you just said "12.9 inch isn't necessary". When that real estate makes ALL the difference when drawing, especially when quickly cycling through reference shots.

[@westernpigeon]

@@kazilife8059 i literally draw on the 11 inch proving to you that paying extra for the 12.9 inch isn't necessary like what dont you get? people can save money by buying the 11 inch and spend that extra money on an apple pencil and some other accessories instead. my other artist friends also have the 11 inch and they love theirs and dont complain that they "need more space"

[@siddhantrawle]

I watched so many videos to get to a conclusion on which iPad size to buy. Finally, this video tapped on all the practical points from every aspect and now I am clear which size to buy. Especially the perspective where he asked: "Do you want a laptop that you can sometimes use it as a tablet?, or Do you want a tablet that you can sometimes use it as a laptop?" Made many things clear here. Thank you so much for such a detailed analysis.!!!!!!

[@sherlys8022]

great advice .... simple

[@ScottLive1]

That was a great and a defining question he posed

[@anthonyc7418]

Watched probably 10+ videos trying to decide which size to get and your question in the beginning instantly made me decide on the 11inch. THANK YOU!

[@DanielPierce]

I agree, I wish there was a 12” model!

[@shameonyou632]

Well I'm getting a 12.9 because I've neva had anything apple so y not go big or go home😊😊

[@lvstreeter]

That's the same thing I'm saying to myself about the iPhone 12 👍

[@sanameatsalot3308]

Same girl, just ordered mine

[@jakeenamckay5026]

I love my 12.9 2020 iPad, but I was also in the market for a laptop that I can use as a tablet rather than vice verse I hope you enjoy your iPad 😊

[@RED89P13]

Jakeena Mckay I ordered a 12.9” 1tb cuz I wanna do video editing easily on the go and digital art. I have a gaming pc I will be using to Remote Desktop to the iPad as well. I do have big hands so is the 12.9” too big to do digital art like he said? I thought it detects your hand resting on it and ignores that input? First video that made me feel like I made the wrong choice. Don’t wanna sound like I’m being mean but his hands looks small and idk if I would have any issues.

[@jakeenamckay5026]

Brandon Inkel it definitely is not too big for digital art, your hands won’t interrupt your work either. I think for the work that you will be doing with your iPad, what you chose is perfect! I also don’t think the 12.9 is huge either, it seems very manageable to me, the 11” would be very tiny imo. It also fits in my laptop bag and backpack just fine, I have no complaints with the size 😊

[@drewchk5254]

Personally went with the 12.9, the 11 inch felt too small for me.

[@daveevans7151]

Druchk do am I the only one thinking about the appropriate response to this comment? Usually something Michael Scott would say? Man, I’m immature. Lol.

[@greenapple6404]

Going with the 11" because I already have a 13" 2015 Macbook Pro.. So the 2020 iPad Pro 11" will kinda consolidate the laptop in some ways. But it will primarily help me excel in my studies

[@drewchk5254]

Dave Evans 😂

[@jeffe4297]

@@daveevans7151 That's what she said?

[@daveevans7151]

Jeff Emhuff bingo 😉

[@jojo10901]

I purchased the 2018 11 inch and it was perfect. 2 years later I purchased the 12 inch. At first I wanted something extremely portable (11 inch) but about a year in, I realized it just wasn’t big enough. I definitely don’t regret getting the bigger version at all.

[@tmclaughlin11]

@Tweed Penguin He gave his experience with these tablets. Others might feel similarly. Your comment is the pointless one here.

[@MuquitaTheBeast]

I had the 2018 11' but for the 2020 I had to go for the 12.9. Once you get used to the larger screen is hard to go back. For note taking, writing or productivity the extra space makes a huge difference.

[@balajireddy7811]

Does 12.9 inch mini led display on long hours of reading and watching online classes and notetaking strains eyes 👀 because it has pwm is 11 inch ipad pro 2021 better because it doesn't use pwm please clarify me

[@zenraged]

When you said 'do you want a laptop you can sometimes use as a tablet, or a tablet you can sometimes use as a laptop' that helped me make my decision immediately. Thank you sir!

[@ianjohnson1249]

I would love a 12 inch ipad pro. Actually, for sheet music, 12.9 is a little bigger than a copy paper we print music on. Maybe 12 inch would be perfect.

[@NileshR12]

The 11" Pro is closer to 1 lb without a keyboard case. The 12.9" Pro is 1.4 lbs without a keyboard case. So by the time you add a keyboard case to it, it will probably double in weight

[@daveevans7151]

NileshR12 I plan on the 12.9 with a portable keys option, like Logitech’s Keys to Go. I like to take and edit photos so what the larger display (getting close to full laptop replacement for me). I also do not like the keyboards by Apple as they take away the tablet functionality of either device. Don’t want keys in front of my display for watching movies / TV as well as when I use it for Sidecar (I travel). I also take a lot of handwritten notes using Goodnotes and OneNote and the ability to fold flat in tablet mode without feeling keys is lost. Don’t understand this decision by Apple. For those reasons, I will get a thin third party cover / case with the super light keys. Again, this is just my pref based on how I work / get stuff done.

[@prospervic]

“It will probably double in weight.” Actually, no. I have the Apple Smart Keyboard, and it brings the total weight to only 2.3lbs. Hardly double. (And it’s still a half-pound lighter than the 2020 MacBook Air.)

[@alexanderv.753]

@@daveevans7151 I use it for Sidecar (I travel). = Are you connecting to sidecar remotely or just in same place with mac?

[@daveevans7151]

Alexander V. Remotely when I travel. It’s just a pref for me. I just don’t want to see the keys when I use it in that mode. I did get the 12.9, Apple folio (waiting on my Zugu case) and the Logitech keys to go. Love it. Keys are there when I need them and not when I don’t. Have really gotten use to typing on the screen for short notes/messages since there is so much real estate. Happy with it and did not come close to that price tag.

[@jacobpinto2662]

After much contemplation, decided to purchase myself the 2021 11inch. I will be traveling often and feel the 12.9 is massive in that regards. I also enjoy gaming on my iPhone so felt the 11 would be the perfect size increase for that. 12.9 would be difficult to concentrate on the entire screen while gaming a such a close distance.

[@andrewbaldino344]

As a student using it for reading and taking notes the past 5 years I’ve found the 12.9” is way too big. Too big to hold one handed, too big for smaller desks, takes a lot of space in my bag in addition to the other school supplies I carry, brings a lot of attention to you, and I never used the screen bc I always zoomed in when writing notes. I’m super excited to switch to the 11”

[@giovannilupus7063]

Thank you, i am also a student. And I was thinking about 12.9” or 11”. But the reasons you said, I think it’s better to go for the smaller one. ✌🏻

[@pinkdiscomosh2766]

This was a concern of mine when I bought the 12.9”. I spent a lot of time comparing the 11” to the 12.9” wondering if the extra screen space was going to be to much or even necessary. Almost a year later I now know that I’ve made the right choice. I am one of those people who multitask on the iPad a lot and sometimes the 12.9” feels too small still. You are definitely right, if you mostly use your iPad as a tablet and not really as a laptop like device, than I can see how the 11” would be perfect. Even using mine as a tablet without the keyboard case, I find it to be the perfect size. It starts to feel really large when I use it in portrait mode though but since I always use it in landscape unless forced by an app, the size feels great to me.

[@Condimenting]

The only app that really gives me trouble is Instagram but I agree with you 100%. The 12.9 inch version is the way and I use it over my 15-inch MacBook Pro often.

[@dtdaun]

@@Condimenting you're an artist or what do you use it for? Have a 15" mbp as well and think the iPad pro would be a great alternative not substitute, and to use it as an additional screen at times so thinking 11 might be too small

[@pinkdiscomosh2766]

Bryan instagram is exactly the app I had in mind.

[@mrector23]

I chose the 12.9” because I have big hand writing and like the extra space for note taking.

[@pinkdiscomosh2766]

domifab101 the 12.9 when having two apps side-by-side show what feels like two iPad minis side-by-side. A better sizing than what you get with a smaller iPad for sure. My iPad is my computer away from my computer kind of thing. I use it for anything none programming related which is what I use my Mac for.

[@FooFarny]

So I’m going with the 12.9 inch. I can’t see very well on small screens (yay eyes) and I struggled when I had the iPad mini and the iPad Air. Plus I’d love to be able to start drawing soon.

[@Akiidan]

I use the 12.9in. because of the multitasking. On the 12.9 you can have 2 full size app screens vs on the 11in. Everything is crammed.

[@BrianLampright913]

Same! Between the price diff (especially adding another $50 for the keyboard) and the size being a bit too large and comfortable I choose the 11. I feel the 12.9 is more of a laptop replacement.

[@ElliotKwan]

Going for the 12.9 inch for drawing. Love the big screen. My iPad Air still running strong. I really appreciate Apple's updates

[@thezeek2745]

Agree. 12.9 is too big to read books on. 11 is too cramped to use as a laptop; spit screen is too cramped. Too far away on your lap. If you want to use it as a tablet, go 11. If you want a laptop replacement go 12.9. If you’re like me you’re screwed and need something in between.

[@luceprice3370]

dude this video is spot on. I've watched so many other comparison vids but none of them really convinced me which size to get like this one. More power!

[@keet.o]

So which size did you choose?

[@MrDakti]

My previous was 9.7", current is 10.5", the next will be 12.9" (2021). I hope bigger screen will be a nice change and 200 gram heavier will not bother me to much as I use iPad at home only. I am looking for bigger work space for music apps, pencil 2, read comics, games, etc. 12.9" before 2018 were in fact to big because of a big bezels, but the 2018, 2020, 2021 models are definitely more shapely. If to big I will change it to 11". Cheers for any size iPad users.

[@rshd2853]

I’m going for the 11in better for portability, and because I already own a 13in Macbook Pro.

[@Lizzybsakura]

My thoughts exactly. I have the 13inch MacBook Pro so no point buying another screen the same size

[@joytotheworldddd]

oscarsphere 11 inch is really good enough if you have a MB already.

[@NinjaKiller1022]

I don’t think the 12.9” is heavy at all. I was going to originally get the 11” but it didn’t feel right, so I got the 12.9”. I got the 2018 not the 2020. I ended up skipping this year and holding on to my current iPad for an extra year or so. The updates on the 2020 were mediocre at best, but for those upgrading from older versions of the iPad, I’d say it would be worth more of a buy. Great tablets.

[@cathtinn5436]

Bingo! Totally make sense about confort while drawing in Procreate! 11 inches it is ;) Thank you for helping many people actually make a final decision on their choice (me included).

[@Kaystarrr2.0]

People might have different opinions based on their lifestyle. I am a highschool student. The 12.9 inch iPad is better for me because it has a bigger screen which makes it easier for me to see when I do my projects and take notes, it's also better because I leave my iPad at home so I don't have the problem of carrying a huge device with me. My mom, however, can't cooperate with the 12.9 inch iPad because she's a teacher and will have to carry that big thing around. So my advice to you is that you should carefully think this through before buying either one. 🙂

[@tristantsi923]

I am using the 12.9 inch, you can't actually use it as a tablet, it's more of a laptop and FYI it costs just as expensive as an macbook. And the 128 GB works just fine, I use iPad pro as a daily driver for work. I think it's more futuristic and easier. I love it. Also shoutout to Logitech slim smart folio, it's better than the overpriced iPad keyboard folio or the magic folio. A strong recommendation!!!

[@augustinesob4476]

You are right. If I spend over $800 on an iPad, it better look very different from $400 one my kids use in the house and the only way this can be done at a distance is to get that 12.9. When people talk about portability, most of the time the iPad is used with two hands anyways. I use the iPad for teaching and should be able to do multitasking without eye strain. Most iPad owners have laptops, iPhone, apple watch etc. I just wish the battery life were as good as the 11 inch iPad. The size difference between iPad Pro 11” and the iPad Air is not very noticeable, I will say again, if I’m going to spend that much money I want people to see and if you are like me the only way is to the 12.9 inch. Most Apple fans like to show off . I’m just being real. Lol

[@animalatom]

might go for the 11 because its cheaper and more portable, i already have a good laptop so i dont need a replacement

[@kamikazekid94]

Great review. I love my MacBook Pro and I just wanted a tablet so the 11” is just fine for me.

[@emikambe5396]

the fact that i lay down with my 12" laptop, would that make me somewhat comfortable using the 12.9 while chilling?

[@girlygamer3346]

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[@sandrotabidze6726]

I need the 12.9 because i need to use it daily just like my laptop, so that it is as big as I need it.

[@jeffcsMN]

I think there will be some buyers remorse with the 11” when Apple releases the Magic keyboard in May. I owned the previous gen 11” but went with the 12.9” this time around because of the magic keyboard. I can’t believe how much of a difference it’s made for my workflow and casual use.

[@Ghost-jy9hk]

I have an 11 inch ipad and getting the magic keyboard for it, made me kinda wonder how much better a 12.9 would be. Not ready to make that kinda jump yet, but I agree with your point

[@dannamarieybanez17]

When it comes to phone I love the big day ones But in tablet im not that of a fan cause its very hard to bring with you

[@MrRayMac1963]

I just got a 12.9 and it HUGE. Its a bit unwieldy compared to the iPad3 that I lost, but it depends on your philosophy of use. At 57 I need reading glasses, but I can see the 12.9s print without them. I have a ton of books and gear manuals that I keep on my pad, so thats a big plus. I also take it camping to watch movies and youtube. Its better and more flexible then mounting a TV in my camping trailer. I use a MacBook Pro, so no keypad fo me. Your assessment is quite accurate.

[@bng2679]

Me too, spend 20 mins playing with 12.9” and end up buying 11” without even check out the 11” display.

[@heatism]

bng2679 where were you able to play with the 12 inch? All apple stores are closed, no?

[@bng2679]

heatism I am currently reside in hk. There are retail stores that had 12.9 on demo. Loved the screen size but after 20mins I concluded that it is too big for me. I wanted a tablet.

[@anshtokas]

@@heatism even last year display sizes were same

[@donvazquez4982]

So you used it for basic needs? No ladar usage or high graphing gaming or Art or graphic design or even KZbin recording or speaker quality ? Multitask screen? Do you try that? Or just youtube and net browsing ? I guess ima but the 12.9 I use the most of it.

[@sofiqq1917]

Here in Chile Apple product are very expensive, the 11'' Pro is $1121 and the 12,9'' Pro is $1,423, I bought the 11'' after saving for long time, I still think that in USA I could have bought the larger one. Anyway Im happy with my choose !!

[@zycane]

I understand fully. I went from a ipad pro 2016 9.7 version to a 2017 12.9 version. I suddenly couldn't draw the same way anymore. It suddenly required you to have some form of support, while drawing. While with the smaller ipad pro. I could sit or stand at weird places, without support, and draw until my drawing hand went numb. So I agree, if you want to be really mobile. for editing or drawing, the 11" is probably the best choice. It's smaller factor should also make weight distribution, while holding it in one hand, a lot easier and forgiving too. Just need a nice fit cover, which protects them from BENDING. lel.

[@marcaaronhyman]

I havnt decided yet, but I know most of the normal sketchbooks I use are smaller than a4

[@farodopi5170]

very useful review. i totally agree. get 11 if you want a tablet that you can sometimes use as a laptop and get a 12.9 if you want a laptop that you can sometimes use as a tablet. i also most of the time use it by handling it very close to myself with one hand. either on sofa either on my bed. and the bigger one would be an issue for that. the screen would be too big to be used so close to me

[@alvaroo21alvaro35]

I’ve been rocking an Air 2 since launch.. it is still flawless I use it only for KZbin and Netflix.. I’m gonna upgrade still not yet decided on size

[@NileshR12]

Alvaroo21 Alvaro The 11" is closer in size & weight to the Air 2

[@Urbina930]

Get the air 3 I just got mine love it

[@clairenicol2918]

I have air 2 as well. Just ordered 11” after using my friends 12.9. Love the screen size but felt heavy and seemed just a bit too big.

[@cin8337]

Same!! Which one did you eventually get? I'm still doubting..

[@afthabmohammed7164]

For me 11 inch is way too big for me. I cant think about 12.9 inch. But I prefer to buy the 11 coz 1. It can be used as a laptop 2. It is big but smaller and lighter enough than 12.9, which makes it handy and portable. 3. Less expensive coz of the smaller size and weight than 12.9, which makes it easier to handle. Also, if u r buying an ipad for Gaming, School Work, or HEAVY DUTYS, u must go with 11 inch ipad pro.

[@MichaelNNguyen]

Apple should make the iPad Pro mini with this design. I would love it.

[@demetriusharp]

Michael Nguyen you maybe on to something! 👍🏿

[@mdaamirkhan6585]

And with 120 hz or 144 hz

[@grandmasteryoda3682]

Your gonna be looking at a 1000 dollar iPad mini pro 🤣

[@msjonyba1234]

Would you want a tablet that can be used a laptop, or a laptop that can be used as a tablet? GENIUS. Thank you for helping me solidify my choice.

[@yinYangMountain]

I switched to the 12.9” model. Sooooo much better to do any productive work on!

[@iamNazrak]

I owned a 12.9” in the previous generation. I also went with 11” this time around. Just prefer the smaller form factor

[@TisforTech]

This is me. I'm on the fence. I have the 1st gen 12.9 that I still use, but have always found that it's just a bit too large when I also have a 16" MacBook Pro. Am highly considering the 11 right now.

[@iamNazrak]

@@TisforTech i love the 11. However because you already have one, id wait and upgrade when they do the next refresh. Should be around march. Gives you more time to think and save

[@TisforTech]

@@iamNazrak Good point :) I have an itchy trigger finger - but you are right, probably worth waiting a bit as they will will probably up the specs (processor) certainly. :)

[@Fumei-arts]

An ipad mini pro would be great. It should have a 9 inch display or a little bigger. It would be a great addition in my opinion because of it being so portable it would be a great alternative for a small sketchbook and also it would be a great viewfinder for photography and such. Also as a secondary device for people who already have a mac or notebook

[@Zen_Zen_Zense]

Ive used both the 11 and 12.9 (my brother has the 11" one) and in all honestly I prefer the 12.9 one--really useful when listening to a lecture and having both goodnotes and notabilty on multitask.

[@balajireddy7811]

Does 12.9 inch mini led display on long hours of reading and watching online classes and notetaking strains eyes 👀 because it has pwm is 11 inch ipad pro 2021 better because it doesn't use pwm please clarify me

[@ThePhantomCoder]

Great video! When you said "Do you want a laptop that you can sometime use as a tablet OR do you want a tablet that you can sometime use as a laptop" that made me make my choice that since I want to use it mostly as a laptop I'll try and get the 12.9 inch version. Again AWESOME video thanks!

[@DanielRomero]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@katherined7597]

I have had a 2018 iPad Pro 12.9” since launch and use it for college, which is exclusively note-taking. Ever since purchase, I wish it was smaller. I simply can’t use it as a consumption device for reading or videos or movies. Because of this, it is basically a note-taking device and nothing more. If you want an all-in-one device, portability and comfortability may be more important than a bigger screen since you can get more out of it, at least in my case. I still love the iPad Pro either way, though! It has been revolutionary in my education.

[@Tanna-Marra]

Because I already have a great laptop and an 8 inch tablet, I very much love and prefer the 12.9 for digital artist graphics and piano sheet music.

[@marcirussell6013]

I originally had the 12 and loved it, but had to switch to the 11 because I couldn’t find a purse big enough for the 12 and I carry it with me everyday and everywhere. I love the 11, but do miss the 12.

[@marcingod5392]

I was so in to 11 in inch but when i got to store and compare those 2. The 12.9 was a 100% winner

[@raleighrichardson2387]

I like the 12.9 better to I saw them in the store and I would not want the 11

[@jolmespastora5260]

If i could run vscode on the 12.9 it would be a definite buy. At that price point it's gotta be a laptop replacement with touch support.

[@TysonRoehrkasse]

Jolmes Pastora you can! Well, sorta. You can use code-server to host a vscode server and connect to it from the iPad, it works surprisingly well. Only downside is you need a server to host it, but it doesn’t need much in terms of resources, could make it work with a $5/mo from linode.

[@paulwilliams2024]

I’m good with the 11 inch

[@emiel333]

iPad Pro supports palm rejection inside software like Procreate when using the Apple Pencil 2. So it won’t smudge your drawing when resting your hand on the screen.

[@michaeljemery]

I prefer the the sleeker 1.43:1 aspect ratio of the 11" vs the frumpy old 1.33:1 ratio of all the other iPads including the 12.9". It's better for watching movies (reduces letterbox effect), better for photo editing, and it's a visually more pleasing overall. The best way to improve the 11" would be to make it the same height (long side) as the 12.9" while keeping the slimmer 1.43:1 aspect ratio. That way, the 11" would get a full width folio/magic keyboard but would be still be smaller, lighter and way sleeker than 12.9". Aspect ratio is the real mojo of the 11" iPad.

[@adamyounes6244]

Michael Emery Thats actually really well thought

[@measmichaelabrowder9084]

I have a small hands will it work for the iPad Pro 11 is better or should I get the 12.9 for small adults hands

[@abrar4372]

I have small hands yet I got the 12.9

[@measmichaelabrowder9084]

Abrar jx do you like it ?

[@abrar4372]

ItsMichaela Browder like it? No I LOVE IT 😍👌🏻

[@measmichaelabrowder9084]

Abrar jx then I’ll get the 12.9 since I have small hands I’m sure I will love it 😍😊

[@abrar4372]

ItsMichaela Browder you may feel weird the first time holding this big baby but after one week you’ll get used to it and it will get normal if you’re afraid of this. I hope you will like it 🙏🏻😍

[@single_use_planet_]

I still have the 9.7" iPad pro so I'm gonna be good with the 11" at most

[@adamhan8269]

Just Maddy I’ve the 9.7 iPad, so I decided to go with the 12 :))

[@wholelottareduwu]

I have the iPad 6th Generation 9.7 inch but I still want the 12.9 inch

[@heavengamingx9243]

Adam Han you shouldn’t round it down to twelve you should round it up to 13 inches bc it’s closer to the actual 12.9 inches j

[@adamhan8269]

HeavenGaming X Haha not trying to round down, I was just lazy

[@tronlady1]

The iPad Pro is for people who do video editing and that’s that! Video editing so much better on a touchscreen than on a laptop….. i’ve seen a 2020 iPad Pro 12.9 for £500 but I’m torn between getting that or an 11 inch with more storage??

[@RikkiRockettsLegendTripping]

Just ordered the 11" going from the earlier 12.9". Thanks!

[@adamyounes6244]

Hiya, just wondering what your thoughts are on this change and do you prefer this over the 12.9?

[@pranavmisra8522]

Underrated video! Helped me decide why I did not need my 12.9 inch iPad Pro!

[@gregomeara3023]

I have had the 11" 2018 Pro since they came out.. I had the 1st 12.9" that came out and found it heavy. Thinking of getting the new 12.9, well that is if I could actually get one !!

[@ljs2274]

I have a Mac book pro , Mac Pro so I think the 11 would be perfect for me. Perfect to carry around and use on the couch while browsing internet

[@battlecats_yamaha]

I have the 11 inch I think it’s better for work for me ,my wife has the 12.9 and it’s to big, I guess she likes them big.lol

[@g33k_Tech]

Frank Cantero so you like it smaller lol

[@Moi.26]

I own a Macbook pro 13 inch, but I like to get an iPad purely for graphic design and taking notes for when in college. But mostly for graphic design, if anyone is a graphic designer which one would you choose? 💕 Have a great day!

[@MaybSh]

I would definitely go for 12.9" one as you get a larger canvas to work on. If your an Animator , Digital Artist or Video Editor, then bigger screen is always an added advantage. If budget is not an issue then definitely opt for 12.9 inches. It will take time to get used to it as compared to the smaller one, but creative workflows are much more better I guess.

[@aygyunsalim8682]

Exactly the same things with me glad to know that I'm not the only one :D

[@DEADLYSINS1001]

11inch on 256gb or 12.9 on 128gb im a digital artist what should i pick

[@thekangaroo1880]

Remember when they had 9.7 inch and 10.5 inch models? Those are prime sizes for me!

[@fizzyizzy8115]

Love my 9.7 pro But man the screen feels small when doing some things. Crowded, though they also had some bezels. 11 is perfect.

[@kurtcowayne]

dude THANK YOU. as soon as you talked about your struggles with drawing on the 12.9” i made my mind up! i was scared of buying a tablet too small to replace my computer but i’m def going with the 11” now