Best iPad deals October 2025: Sale discounts for iPads, Air, mini and Pro

Best iPad deals right now

These are the very best iPad deals we’re seeing right now on all the different iPads Apple sells.

Apple introduced a new M5 iPad Pro in October 2025, so we don’t expect to see big discounts on the new iPad Pro for some time, but Amazon already has $50 off the 13-inch iPad Pro in the US, and KRCS in the UK is already selling them at a discounted price of £979 and £1,273.

USA offer

• Amazon, 11-inch M5 iPad Pro (128GB): $984 ($15 off, MSRP $999)
• Amazon, 13-inch M5 iPad Pro (128GB): $1,249 ($50 off, MSRP $1,299)
• Amazon, iPad (A16, 128GB): $299 ($50 off, MSRP $349)
• Amazon, iPad mini (A17 Pro, 128GB): $489 ($10 off, MSRP $499)
• Amazon, 11-inch M3 iPad Air (128GB): $549 ($50 off, MSRP $599)
• Amazon, 13-inch M3 iPad Air (128GB): $749 ($50 off, MSRP $799)
• Amazon, 11-inch M4 iPad Pro (512GB): $1,098 ($101 off, MSRP $1,199)
• Amazon, 13-inch M4 iPad Pro (256GB): $1,199 ($100 off, MSRP $1,299)

UK offer

• KRCS, 11-inch M5 iPad Pro (128GB): £979 (£20 off RRP £999)
• KRCS, 13-inch M5 iPad Pro (128GB): £1,273 (£26 off RRP £1,299)
• Amazon, iPad (A16, 128GB): £307.97 (£21.03 off, RRP £329)
• Amazon, iPad mini (A17 Pro, 128GB): £461 (£38 off, RRP £499)
• Amazon, 11-inch iPad Air (M3, 128GB): £560 (£39 off, RRP £599)
• Amazon, 13-inch iPad Air (M3, 256GB): £846.97 (£52 off, RRP £899)
• Amazon, 11-inch M4 iPad Pro (512GB): £1,064.97 (£134 off RRP £1,199)
• Amazon, 13-inch M4 iPad Pro (1TB): £1,900.76 (£198 off, RRP £2,099)

When is the best time to find iPad deals?

We update this article regularly, so if you’re not ready to buy an iPad right now, be sure to check back for updated prices. And if you’re not sure which iPad is best for you, we’ve got a guide to help with that, as well as some information below to help.

You might be wondering if there’s a good time to shop for deals on a new iPad. The best time of year is when the big sales are happening, such as Black Friday in November or Amazon Prime Day sales in July and October. In fact, the Amazon Prime Day Sale starts on July 7th, so you might not have to wait long to get a deal.

It’s also wise to check whether Apple is likely to update the iPad you want to buy soon. When Apple updates an iPad, you can expect bargain prices on previous-generation models to drop if it’s a deal on the latest model you want, so be prepared to wait.

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Is Apple having a sale?

The agreements rarely come from Apple itself. While Apple will sometimes offer coupons as an incentive to buy a new iPad (it’s Apple’s usual Black Friday giveaway), the company never discounts prices. However, Apple sells refurbished iPads at a lower price, so that may be something to consider.

If you’re a student, you can take advantage of Apple’s education discounts and save a little money on the full price of iPads (and Macs). And during the summer months, Apple is giving away Apple Pencils or AirPods with the sale of certain iPads (and Macs) to students in their Higher Education Sale.

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How Macworld finds the best deals

At Macworld, we have tools at our disposal that mean we can see the best deals at any time across multiple retailers. We also track the best discounts over time so we know what the best deals look like.

We also know the pitfalls to avoid when looking for an iPad deal. For example, an older iPad model may have an attractive price, but the savings may not be good enough to compensate for what is missing if you compare it to a newer model. We will make sure to inform you when this may be the case.

Because we know everything about Apple’s iPad lineup right now, what the previous generations offered and what’s expected of the iPad in the future, we’re well placed to advise on the best iPad to buy and the best price to get it for.

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Macworld’s top 5 tips for finding the best iPad deal

When searching for a deal, keep the following points in mind and you should be satisfied with your purchase.

1. Check out the warehouse: Some older iPads only had 32GB or 64GB of storage. We don’t think that’s enough. The good news is that Apple’s current iPad lineup has 128GB of storage or more, so unless you’re buying an older model, this won’t be a problem. Just make sure that if you see a deal on an old model with less storage, it’s priced accordingly. Some of the best deals are on higher capacity iPads.
2. You probably don’t need mobile: You might intend to use your iPad when you’re on the go. In that case, it may appeal to spend more to get a model with mobile. Our opinion is that you can just hotspot from your iPhone to access the internet from your iPad. You won’t have to pay for a data contract, and you’ll also save yourself money on the price of the iPad itself. Check that the deal you’re looking at isn’t for a cellular model, because a non-cellular deal will be even better!
3. Consider refurbished: If you want a bargain and don’t mind that it’s not the latest model, buying a refurbished iPad can be a great way to save money. We recommend using the Apple Refurbished Store because each product is thoroughly tested before being sold and you get a one-year warranty with it. If you want to save more money, companies like BackMarket and Declutter can. There is more information about buying a refurbished iPad below.
4. Shop around: If you want a deal, don’t shop at Apple! The best deals come from the various retailers, who often struggle to undercut each other’s prices on Apple products. Amazon is usually best but be sure to check out the likes of Walmart, B&H and Best Buy in the US and AO, Argos, Currys in the UK. We have a list of the best places to buy an iPad below.
5. Wait if you can: If it’s not Black Friday or an Amazon Prime sale, keep in mind that even better deals may be coming. Also, if Apple is likely to announce new products soon, be aware that this may mean that the current lineup will soon be reduced even more.

Which iPad should you buy?

The answer to this question really depends on what you will be using your iPad for.

I want the cheapest iPad you can buy

Consider the standard iPad. The cheapest iPad is the 128GB A16 iPad, which costs from $349 / £329. It is a good option if it is likely that your iPad is intended for general use, such as e-mails, one time, web browsing, social networks, watching movies and reading books. It has a large screen and is light enough to fit in a bag without feeling weighed down.

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I want to use an iPad instead of a computer

If you just plan to edit documents and spreadsheets, any iPad can be a great addition to a computer. If you need something with a little more power, then the iPad Air or iPad Pro might be a better option. Apple and other companies sell iPad cases that come with built-in keyboards so you can turn your iPad into a laptop. Read our roundup of the best iPad keyboards.

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I want an iPad that doesn’t weigh too much

You have two choices here. iPad mini is the lightest iPad you can get, it’s also the smallest. If you need a larger screen, the iPad Air is a good choice.

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I want an iPad to use for gaming

If you want to play the latest games on your iPad, the iPad Pro may be the one to choose. Other iPads will be able to play casual games, but to be sure to get the power and graphical prowess needed to play the latest games. The iPad Pro also offers a better screen with the 120Hz refresh rates that serious gamers want.

I want an iPad so I can draw

The iPad is a great device for artists. Any iPad, accompanied by an Apple Pencil or other iPad pen, allows you to draw using an app such as Adobe’s Sketchpad (now called Adobe Fresco), which is free to use but has in-app purchases.

If you’re really serious about your art, you might prefer an iPad Pro, and you might even consider the nanotextured display option for less glare and reflections.

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We also round up the best iPad for students, best iPad for kids and best iPad for seniors.

Where to get an iPad deal

You don’t have to buy directly from Apple. There are resellers who will sell you the iPad, and the best part is that they often offer discounts where Apple never does.

We recommend the shops below.

American retailers

UK retailers

Apple has a number of Apple Premium resellers that stock iPads in the UK and also offer other services, try the following:

Where can you buy iPad on contract

If you want to buy a mobile iPad so that you can always access the Internet, you can buy the iPad on contract from one of these networks:

US network operators

UK network operators

Best Refurbished iPad Deals

The deals you’ll see above are generally from Apple resellers rather than Apple itself, which very rarely drops prices. However, Apple sells refurbished iPads in its Certified Refurbished store. So you might get a bargain.

iPads in Apple’s Refurbished Store may be former display items, or they may have been returned to Apple due to a defect, but they are now fully refurbished and come with a full year warranty. It’s not like buying used.

The American Refurbished Store has a selection that includes:

• iPad Air (4th generation)
• 11-inch iPad Pro (2nd and 3rd generation)
• 12.9-inch iPad Pro (4th and 5th generation)
• iPad mini (5th and 6th generation)

Compared to the original price, you can save up to $320 on a 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

In the UK, you’ll find a similar range of iPads available from Apple’s Refurbished Store. You will find the following:

• iPad Air (5th generation and M2)
• iPad mini (6th generation)
• 11-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation, 3rd generation, 4th generation)
• 12.9-inch iPad Pro (4th generation, 5th generation, 6th generation)

There are savings of £480 on a 12.9-inch iPad Pro, compared to the original price.

Another place to look is BackMarket US and BackMarket UK, which sell refurbished Macs and other Apple products. Amazon also has a certified refurbished store for Apple products, but we would advise against buying products older than five years. Unfortunately, most of the products we see in Amazon’s refurbished store are very old.

We have an article that explains what you need to know about buying a refurbished iPad. It includes the best refurbished iPad dealers and plenty of advice on how to find the perfect refurbished iPad.

OUR NUMBER ONE TIP: If you’re buying an old refurbished iPad, our first recommendation is not to buy one with less than 64GB of storage – ideally get 128GB or more.

There is a large refurbished market for the iPad. We’d recommend checking out these refurbished dealers for iPad deals:

American Refurbished Dealers

UK Refurbished Dealers

We also have a guide to buying a refurbished iPhone.