10 Best Apple Tablets Of 2026
Apple Tablets — Reviews, Recommendations & Updated Buying Guide September 2026
Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip
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Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4): Liquid Retina Display
Why We Love It
Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip
Why We Love It
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4): Liquid Retina Display
Why We Love It
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4): Liquid Retina Display
Why We Love It
Apple 2024 iPad mini (Wi-Fi
Why We Love It
Apple 2021 iPad (10.2-inch
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2018 6th Gen i-pad
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2017 i-pad 5th Gen
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Quick Pick
10 Best Apple Tablets Of 2026
Quick Pick
Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip, 11-inch Model, Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, Wi-Fi 6, 12MP Front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Pink
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4): Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, Wi-Fi 7 with Apple N1, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Space Grey
Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip, 11-inch Model, Liquid Retina Display, 256GB, Wi-Fi 6, 12MP Front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Yellow
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4): Liquid Retina Display, 256GB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, Wi-Fi 7 with Apple N1, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Blue
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4): Liquid Retina Display, 256GB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, Wi-Fi 7 with Apple N1, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Space Grey
Apple 2024 iPad mini (Wi-Fi, 128GB) - Space Grey (7th generation)
Apple 2021 iPad (10.2-inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Silver (9th Generation)
2018 6th Gen i-pad,32GB, WIFI, 9.7 Inch Factory Unlocked, Space Gray - International Version (Renewed,Excellent condition)
2017 i-pad 5th Gen, 32GB, WIFI, 9.7 Inch Factory Unlocked, Silver - International Version (Renewed)
Buying Guide: Apple Tablets
📋 Table of Contents
1What's the difference between iPad Air, iPad Pro, and iPad regular?
iPad Pro is the most powerful with larger screens and better displays, designed for creative work and demanding apps. iPad Air sits in the middle with solid performance for most tasks at a better value. The regular iPad is the budget option and works fine for browsing, reading, and casual use.
2How much storage do I actually need?
64GB handles everyday use like browsing and streaming fine. Jump to 256GB if you store lots of photos, videos, or apps—you can't add storage later like you can with Android tablets. 512GB and above is overkill for most people unless you're editing 4K video or working with large design files.
3Should I buy the latest generation or save money on an older model?
Last year's iPad still performs well for most tasks and costs noticeably less. Only go current-generation if you need the newest features, better camera, or you're planning to keep it for 5+ years.
4What specs actually matter most for an Apple tablet?
The chip (processor) matters most—it determines speed and how long your tablet stays relevant. Screen quality comes next if you'll use it for reading, video, or creative work. RAM is less of a concern on iPads than Android since Apple's system runs efficiently.
5Is Wi-Fi or cellular worth paying extra for?
Cellular is useful if you need internet everywhere and don't want to rely on phone hotspot. For most people, Wi-Fi is enough since you're usually at home or in places with WiFi—cellular adds a monthly cost on top of the higher upfront price.
How we choose
Our editors are people who genuinely love testing and writing about products. We compare each product's real-world usability and strengths, then distill what matters most into our own "Why We Love It" points — so you get an honest, at-a-glance sense of what counts before you buy.