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Home » iPads just got a price hike, and this is your last chance to save a fortune on them with Prime Day deals
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iPads just got a price hike, and this is your last chance to save a fortune on them with Prime Day deals

By dailyguardian.aeJune 26, 20264 Mins Read
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Apple has raised prices across Macs and iPads as the ongoing memory and storage crunch continues to push up component costs. Several iPad models are now $100 to $200 more expensive than before. This makes the ongoing Amazon Prime Day deals one of the last easy ways to buy an iPad at a more reasonable price before higher official pricing becomes the new normal. We have listed all the ongoing iPad offers below, so check out these deals before the Prime Day sale ends on June 26.

iPad (A16, 128GB) jumped from $349 to $449, but Prime Day has it for $299

Everyday iPad pick

Pros

  • Clean design and premium build
  • Sharp display for the price
  • Plenty of A16 silicon firepower
  • 128GB storage for the same price
  • Battery life doesn’t disappoint

Cons

  • Accessories are a little too priceyr
  • No Apple Intelligence or Stage Managerr
  • Stylus support is outdated
  • Non-laminated display, againr
  • Slow charging

The iPad (A16, 128GB) used to cost $349, but Apple’s new price is $449 after the latest $100 hike. Amazon’s Prime Day deal brings it down to $299, which is $150 less than Apple’s new price. This is the iPad I’d recommend for most people who want a tablet for streaming, browsing, reading, video calls, casual gaming, and everyday use without paying Air or Pro prices.

iPad mini (128GB) jumped from $499 to $599, but Prime Day has it for $499.99

Reading comics on Apple iPad mini with A17 Pro.

Small travel iPad

Pros

  • Pocketable size and gleefully lightr
  • Better aspect ratio than other iPadsr
  • Sharp and colorful displayr
  • A17 Pro silicon is plenty powerful
  • Battery life doesn’t disappointr

Cons

  • Screen should be brighter
  • Apple Intelligence is still half-bakedr

The iPad mini (128GB) has also been hit by a $100 price hike, moving from $499 to $599. During Prime Day, Amazon has it for $499.99, which keeps it roughly at its old Apple price and about $99 below the new one. This is the better pick if you want a compact iPad for reading, travel, note-taking, gaming, or one-handed use.

The M4 iPad Air jumped by $150, but these Prime Day deals make the 11-inch and 13-inch models easier to buy

A person holding the 13-inch iPad Air (2025).

Everyday productivity pick

Pros

  • Clean designr
  • Sharp screen for creativity and productivityr
  • M3 power boost at no added costr
  • More affordable new Magic Keyboardr
  • Good battery lifer

Cons

  • Expensive storage and connectivity upgradesr
  • Display needs better smudge-resistancer
  • iPadOS has its quirksr
  • Accessories are quite pricey

The iPad Air lineup has become $150 more expensive after Apple’s price hike. The 11-inch iPad Air (128GB) has moved from $599 to $749, but Amazon’s Prime Day deal brings it down to $519, which is $230 less than the new Apple price.

The larger 13-inch iPad Air (128GB) has gone from $799 to $949, while Amazon has it for $699.99, saving you about $249 compared with the new price. The 11-inch model is the better pick for students, work, and everyday productivity, while the 13-inch version makes more sense if you want a bigger screen for multitasking, drawing, watching videos, or using the iPad more like a laptop replacement.

iPad Pro jumped by $200, but these Prime Day deals cut the 11-inch and 13-inch M5 models back down

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Creator-focused iPad

Pros

  • Stunning Ultra Retina XDR OLED display
  • Thin and lightweight design
  • Excellent tablet for drawing, editing, streaming, and productivity
  • Blazing-fast M5 performance

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Overkill for casual users
  • Not a huge upgrade if you already have the M4 iPad Pro

The iPad Pro models have seen the biggest jump, with both M5 models now $200 more expensive than before. The 11-inch iPad Pro (M5, Wi-Fi, 256GB) has gone from $999 to $1,199, but Amazon’s Prime Day price is $899, saving you $300 versus Apple’s new price.

The 13-inch iPad Pro (M5, 256GB) has climbed from $1,299 to $1,499, while Amazon has it for $1,199, also saving you $300. The 11-inch iPad Pro is the better choice if you want Pro-level power in a more portable size, while the 13-inch model is the one to get if you want Apple’s largest and most powerful iPad for creative work, multitasking, or replacing a laptop-style setup.

Disclaimer: These iPad deals are subject to change, and availability may be limited due to high demand.

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