2025 is shaping up to be an excellent year for snagging one of the latest Apple iPads. The 11th-gen Apple iPad (A16), the 7th-gen iPad Air, and the iPad Mini (A17 Pro) all hit the market last week, likely as part of a Mother's Day sale event. These models are currently available at the best prices we've seen all year, with discounts of up to 20% off compared to buying directly from the Apple Store. In fact, these deals are even better than Apple's Edu 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 most users, the standard iPad (not the Air, Mini, or Pro) strikes the perfect balance between performance and affordability. Released on March 12, 2025, this latest model comes over two years after its predecessor from October 2022. Key upgrades include a more powerful A16 processor (versus the A14), increased RAM from 4GB to 6GB, and a base storage boost from 64GB to 128GB. Remarkably, the launch price of $349 is actually lower than the previous generation's $399.
The iPad 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 ideal 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 offering the 7th generation Apple iPad Air M3 at the lowest prices seen so far. The 11" model is available for $499, and the 13" model for $699, both after a $100 instant discount. This is the best price for the 2025 model equipped with the M3 chip. Released in March, this current generation model is only one year newer than the 6th gen, with the primary upgrade being the transition 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 after a $100 discount. Released in October 2024, this iPad Mini boasts significant improvements over its predecessor, including the powerful A17 Pro processor, double the base storage capacity, an updated Wi-Fi 6e protocol, a USB Type-C port for faster charging, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C), as well as 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 which iPad suits your needs, our comprehensive iPad guide can help you decide which model is best for your specific use case. For those focused on schoolwork, we've also compiled a list of the best iPads for students. If you're considering alternatives to iOS, check out our roundup of the best Android tablets of 2025.
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