Can’t decide whether to take advantage of one of the many iPad deals available now or wait and see what Amazon has in store for Prime Day 2020? We’re here to help. We’ve looked back at the various discounts the iPad 10.2, iPad Air, iPad Pro, and iPad Mini have seen both on Black Friday 2019 and Prime Day 2019, the trends we’ve seen far in 2020, and our expert knowledge, to formulate some Prime Day iPad price predictions at Amazon.
Keep in mind that these predictions are not based on insider pricing knowledge, nor are they set in stone — they’re estimates of what we think will happen. This is possible because retailers are creatures of habits — it’s rare to see a truly unique sale. Each promotion is based on one that came before it, or is similar to something happening elsewhere. By tracking them, we can forecast the range of discounts we are likely to see in October.
Here’s what we mean:
| RRP | Black Friday 2019 | Prime Day 2019 | Best Price 2020 | Today’s Price | Prime Day 2020 (Prediction) | |
| iPad 10.2 | $329 | $230 | $249 | $249 | $279 | $230 – $279 |
| iPad Air | $499 | $399 | $469 | $459 | $469 | $399 – $459 |
| iPad Mini | $399 | $384 | $384 | $349 | $384 | $349 – $384 |
| iPad Pro 11.0 | $799 | N/A | N/A | $750 | $800 | $750 – $800 |
| iPad Pro 12.9 | $999 | N/A | N/A | $949 | $994 | $900 – $980 |
These predictions are only for the latest base model of each iPad. Why? Because these are the variants that cost-conscious shoppers tend to hold out for a sale on. That’s not to say we won’t see discounts on the higher-end variants — we will. If the run-of-the-mill 128GB version of the iPad Air is in the bargain bin with $100 off, the maxed-out 256GB model will probably be right there next to it with a comparable discount.
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Should you wait until Prime Day 2020 to buy an iPad?
This depends on how badly you need one. If you’re preparing for back-to-school and can’t hold out for Prime Day in October (according to the latest rumors), then there’s no harm in taking advantage of one of the various iPad deals available now. The highlight? An iPad Air (256GB, Wi-Fi) for $550 at Best Buy, down $100 from the usual $650. Need something a bit bigger? Amazon has the iPad Pro 12.9 for $949, down from $1000.
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Apple iPad 10.2 (32GB, Wi-Fi, 2020)
$299You can already score the new 8th-gen iPad at a nice discount. Even at its regular price, however, this tablet is a superb value and the one we recommend for most users.
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Apple iPad Air (Wi-Fi, 64GB, Latest Model)
$559The new iPad Air is the iPad to buy, with all the power and good looks of its more powerful cousins, but without the high price tag. It's even cheaper thanks to this discount from Amazon.
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New Apple iPad Air (10.9-inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB, 4th Generation)
$699Deals are scarce, but considering that the 4th gen iPad Air has a faster CPU than the Pro, it's a good value even at its regular price. You can grab this one for the same price as the 256GB model.
DISCOUNT AT CHECKOUT
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Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, 128GB, Wi-Fi) - Latest Model
$947If you can forego having a cellular connection, you can take home this iPad Pro with a gorgeous 12.9-inch Retina display for less than a grand -- one of the better prices we've seen for this model.
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Apple 4th Gen iPad Air with Wi-Fi + Cellular - 256GB (Verizon)
Trade in your device and get up to $100.
Sign on with a two-year Verizon contract and save a Benjamin on the newest 4th-gen 256GB iPad Air with Wi-Fi and cellular 4G LTE connectivity that lets you use it on your data plan.
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Apple iPad Pro (11-Inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Latest Model
$849With blazing performance, a gorgeous display, and a superb camera module, the 2020 11-inch iPad Pro is all the tablet you'll ever need. Pair it with a Smart Keyboard and you've got a compact laptop.
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iPad Mini 4 (September 2015) 64GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi)
$280Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad Pro 12.9-Inch 1st Gen (November 2015) 128GB - (Wi-Fi + GSM/CDMA + LTE)
$510Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad Mini 4 (September 2015) 16GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi)
$350Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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Apple iPad Mini, 5th Generation (Wi-Fi, 64GB) - Gold (Renewed)
$370Big, great things come in small packages and nothing embodies this better than the 5th generation of the iPad Mini, equipped with a strong, fast-learning processor and a huge 64GB storage.
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iPad 9.7-Inch 5th Gen (March 2017) 32GB - Gold - (Wi-Fi)
$230Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad 9.7-Inch 5th Gen (March 2017) 32GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi)
$255Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd Gen (June 2017) 256GB - Silver - (Wi-Fi)
$679Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad Air 2 (September 2015) 16GB - Gold - (Wi-Fi)
$218Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad Pro 12.9-Inch 1st Gen (November 2015) 128GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi)
$500Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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iPad Air 2 (October 2014) 32GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi)
$225Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Latest Model
$999Get the best of Apple's state-of-the-art technology with the Apple iPad Pro, capable of doing the work of a desktop with a fraction of the speed, making it a must-have for fast-moving professionals.
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Apple iPad Pro (11-Inch, 1TB, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 2020)
$1,378With 1TB space, you can save several photos videos and download premium apps on your iPad Pro. This deal includes a wi-fi and cellular bundle for a reduced price.
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iPad 9.7-Inch 5th Gen (March 2017) 32GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi + GSM/CDMA + LTE)
$242Wi-Fi plus cellular model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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Apple iPad - Education Pricing for Students and Teachers
Exclusive discounts
College students and teachers (including homeschool teachers) can buy a new iPad from Apple and enjoy exclusive discounts with Education Pricing.
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Apple iPad Air
$145Save on this Decluttr certified refurbished iPad Air with a 12-month limited warranty. Wi-Fi only and 16GB storage - very good condition.
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iPad Air 2 (September 2015) 64GB - Space Gray
$206Wi-Fi-only iPad Air 2 with 64GB of storage. Free shipping, 30-day money back guarantee, and a 12-month limited warranty. Tested to perform as new and 80% of original maximum battery life per charge.
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iPad 9.7-Inch 6th Gen (March 2018) 32GB - Space Gray - (Wi-Fi)
$287Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, 128GB, Wi-Fi + Cellular) - Latest Model
$899If storage isn't a priority but connectivity is, you can rely on this 11-inch iPad Pro with Wi-Fi and cellular connections to complement your work and lighten the load.
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iPad 4th Gen (November 2012) 16GB - Black - (Wi-Fi)
$94Wi-Fi only model with a 12-month limited warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. Fully tested for a minimum of 80% of original battery life per charge.
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Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, 1TB, Wi-Fi + Cellular) - Latest Model
$1,398The latest and greatest in Apple iPad technology, this 11-inch 2020 iPad Pro has a monumental 1TB of space as well as Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity, making it the perfect tablet for any function.
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Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi, 512GB) - Latest Model
$1,179If you want the bigger, more laptop-sized iPad Pro, then this is a modest (but still welcome) discount on the 12.9-inch 4th gen model.
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