2025 marks an exceptional year for snagging one of the latest Apple iPads, with significant discounts across the board. The 11th-generation Apple iPad (A16), the 7th-generation iPad Air, and the iPad Mini (A17 Pro) all hit the market last week, likely tied to a Mother's Day sale event. These deals offer the best prices we've seen this year, with savings up to 20% off compared to direct purchases from the Apple Store. Remarkably, these prices even undercut Apple's educational discount.
New 2025 Apple iPad 10.9" (A16) for $299
Yellow### Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
12$349.00 save 14%$299.00 at Amazon
Pink### Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
6$349.00 save 14%$299.00 at Amazon
Silver### Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
9$349.00 save 14%$299.00 at Amazon
Blue### Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
25$349.00 save 14%$299.00 at Amazon
For the majority of users, the standard iPad (A16) stands out as the best choice, offering the full range of iOS benefits and robust performance at a budget-friendly price. Launched on March 12, 2025, this model comes over two years after its predecessor (October 2022). Key upgrades include a more potent A16 processor (versus the A14), an increase to 6GB of RAM (from 4GB), and a base storage boost to 128GB (from 64GB). Notably, the starting price of $349 is actually lower than the $399 launch price of the previous generation.
The iPad (A16) retains its 10.9" Liquid Retina display with a resolution of 2360x1640 (264ppi), USB Type-C charging, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and the same camera setup. It's also compatible with the Magic Folio keyboard, transforming it into a mini laptop for enhanced productivity, making it an excellent choice for students. Additionally, it supports the newer Apple Pencil with USB-C.
$100 Off the New 2025 Apple iPad Air (M3)
Amazon is currently slashing prices on the 7th-generation Apple iPad Air M3, offering the lowest rates seen so far. The 11" model is now priced at $499, and the 13" model at $699, each with a $100 instant discount. These are the best prices available for the 2025 model equipped with the M3 chip. Released in March, this model follows the 6th generation by just one year, with the primary upgrade being the shift from the M2 to the M3 chip.
### Apple iPad Air 11" (M3) 128GB
12$599.00 save 17%$499.00 at Amazon
### Apple iPad Air 13" (M3) 128GB
9$799.00 save 13%$699.00 at Amazon
$100 off New Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro)
Starting this week, Amazon is offering the current generation Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) for $399.99 with a $100 discount. Launched in October 2024, this model boasts substantial improvements over its predecessor, including a more powerful A17 Pro processor, double the base storage capacity, an upgraded Wi-Fi 6e protocol, a USB Type-C port for faster charging, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C), alongside Apple Intelligence.
### Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) 128GB
4$499.00 save 20%$399.00 at Amazon
Looking for more iPad resources?
If you're unsure about which iPad suits your needs best, our comprehensive iPad guide can help you decide which model is ideal for your specific use case. For those focusing on schoolwork, we've also compiled a list of the best iPads for students. And if you're interested in exploring options beyond iOS, be sure to check out our roundup of the best Android tablets of 2025.
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