Best Black Friday iPad Deals 2021: What to Buy Today

Black Friday iPad deals are moving strong. We’re seeing some hefty discounts on popular iPads including the iPad Air, and iPad Pro. While the latest iPad Mini isn’t discounted right now, it’s worth paying attention to that too given it’s in such high demand. Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got all the best Black Friday iPad deals neatly rounded up here so there’s something for everyone. Read on while we guide you through all the best Black Friday deals going on and tell you all about why certain iPads are so great — but like most Black Friday Apple deals, you need to shop them now.

Best Black Friday iPad Deals 2021

Apple iPad Mini — $499
Apple iPad Air — $549, was $599
Apple 11-inch iPad Pro — $749, was $800
Apple 12.9-inch iPad Pro — $999, was $1,099

Apple iPad Mini — $499

Why buy:

Gorgeous display
Powerful processor
Great portable size
Landscape speakers

The latest iPad Mini is a small but mighty device. It has an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone and wide color support so it looks great whatever you plan on using it for. Whether you’re watching your favorite shows or sketching out a design, it works admirably well. Its support for the Apple Pencil (2nd generation) means it’s a good bet for sketching out designs too so you’re sure to be able to draw some great looks here. It also offers plenty of different color schemes for those wanting to show off their favorite aesthetic.

Alongside that, the iPad Mini is also great for work needs too. In part, that’s helped by its 12MP wide back camera and 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage support. By offering Center Stage, it’s able to keep up with whether you go when on a video call, ensuring you’re always the focus and giving you a more professional air when on an important business call. With up to 10 hours of battery life, you won’t have to worry about it running out of juice at a pivotal time either. While the iPad Mini might not be discounted right now, it’s a hugely popular iPad which means stock is extremely hard to come by. If you want to own an iPad Mini, you’ll need to buy it now as stock is still running into a December delivery time. You might not save any cash here but it’s a fantastic tablet for those looking for something more portable.

Apple iPad Air — $549, was $599

iPad air sitting on table. — Jeremy Bezanger/Unsplash

Why buy:

Ideal for everyone
Fantastic display
Touch ID security support
Decent camera for video calls and photography

The iPad Air tops our list of the best tablets you can buy. It offers everything the average user could need from an iPad and more on top of that. That’s because while it lacks the powerful M1 chip that the iPad Pro provides, it has a nearly as competent A14 Bionic chip so it’s capable of handling plenty of productivity tasks and fun too. 64GB of storage should be plenty for everyone too so you can store plenty of files here or use iCloud to store everything else on the cloud. Support for Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard Folio, and Apple Pencil (2nd generation) means it’s perfect for being productive on the move too so you’re sure of being able to get plenty of work done wherever you are.

Alongside that, it has an absolutely gorgeous 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone and P3 wide color support so it looks great too, whatever you plan on using it for. If you want to make video calls with it or take photos, there’s a 12MP back camera and 7MP FaceTime HD front camera too that’s ready and able to do plenty of photo taking or video call taking. Security comes courtesy of Touch ID so you can simply log in with your finger as well as use it for Apple Pay too. With a battery life of up to 10 hours, it’ll last you all day long too without a problem.

Apple 11-inch iPad Pro — $749, was $800

Why buy:

Powerful processor
Fantastic display
Great cameras
Long battery life

The iPad Pro is the definitive tablet for everyone, so it’s no surprise it sits at the top of our list of the best iPads. That’s thanks to it being so powerful. It has an Apple M1 chip which means it’s able to cope with anything you throw at it from video editing, processing tasks, creating music, or simply playing the latest games. It looks fantastic too thanks to a beautiful 11-inch Liquid Retina display that has ProMotion, True Tone, and P3 wide color support. Combined, that means gorgeous colors and speedy response rates that are perfect for advanced video or photo editing. For productivity purposes, there’s support for the Apple Pencil (2nd generation) as well as Magic Keyboard so you can use it to create some fantastic graphic design-related delights.

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iPad Pro 11.0 (128GB, Cellular + Wi-Fi): $900, was $1000 — view deal
iPad Pro 11.0 (2TB, Wi-Fi): $1650, was $1900 — view deal

Elsewhere, it also has a TrueDepth camera system with an Ultra Wide front camera that has Center Stage support. The latter means that when you’re on a video call, the iPad is able to follow you around ensuring you’re always the focus of attention on a call. It’s a really useful way of making a video call feel more personal as well as more professional too. Want even more great functionality? All-day battery life means you can use it all day long without a problem. There’s Face ID support too so you can easily unlock your iPad Pro with your face rather than rely on pin codes or passwords. Finally, don’t forget the four-speaker audio system that’s awesome for watching your favorite streaming shows.

Apple 12.9-inch iPad Pro — $999, was $1,099

iPad Pro on a desk with other Apple devices and accessories.

Why Buy:

Large high-quality screen
Fast processor
Advanced camera system
Plenty of support for great accessories

The 12.9-inch iPad Pro is the most advanced iPad out there. With a huge 12.9-inch display, the tablet feels more like using a tactile laptop than a regular tablet. Its display isn’t just large either with XDR technology along with ProMotion, True Tone, and P3 wide color support so it’s truly the most advanced screen you’ll get on an Apple tablet. It looks phenomenal and will look super impressive when sketching out a design courtesy of Apple Pencil (2nd generation) support or opting to watch your favorite streaming shows.

Alongside the gorgeous screen, the 12.9-inch iPad Pro is fast too thanks to its Apple M1 processor. As fast as many Apple laptops, it’s ideal for video or photo editing or simply playing the latest iOS games. It has a great camera system too courtesy of TrueDepth with an Ultra Wide camera that has Center Stage support so you can easily use it for video calls or taking photos. Video calls are particularly effective thanks to Center Stage which means that the camera follows you around so there’s no need to manually move your iPad with you at all times like with older devices. Backed up with Face ID support for all your security needs plus a Thunderbolt port for hooking it up to external devices, it’s a productivity powerhouse that’s sure to enrich your life. Plus, the four-speaker audio too that makes watching your favorite streaming shows far more enjoyable.

Should you shop Black Friday iPad deals now?

We can’t stress this enough: If you find something you like the look of in the Black Friday iPad deals happening now, buy it now. Don’t wait. All of the best Black Friday iPad deals we’re seeing now bring substantial discounts and offer delivery in time for the holidays. Wait until the end of the month to order and you may not have that luxury. You need to ask yourself what’s more important: Saving a few extra bucks or having the iPad arrive before the end of the year.

Are any Black Friday iPad deals too good to be true?

As long as you’re buying from a reputable retailer, you probably don’t need to worry too much about an iPad deal being too good to be true. You don’t really need to worry too much about being pressured into buying a rubbish product, because every iPad is a quality device. Unless you’re buying the oldest and creakiest of iPads, you’re unlikely to buy a duffer.

But it’s still worth keeping an eye on what you’re buying and why you’re buying it. If you want a general multimedia device, forking out for an iPad Pro is probably overkill. On the other end of the scale, the basic iPad is capable, but you might be better off with the iPad Air if you want a high-powered laptop replacement instead.

Make sure you do your research and don’t be rushed into buying by any sales timers.

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Best Black Friday iPad Deals 2021: What to buy today