Buying Guide

Cheap iPad

Find the best cheap iPad deals including refurbished iPads, older iPad generations, student iPads, and affordable Apple tablets.

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2026-07-04
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Guide Overview

Cheap iPad Buying Guide: Best Affordable Apple iPads

Looking for a cheap iPad? You can save money by choosing previous-generation models, refurbished iPads, or discounted Apple tablets without sacrificing everyday performance.

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How to Buy a Cheap iPad

Compare storage, generation, battery health, accessories, warranty, and seller reputation before purchasing.

Who Should Buy?

  • Students
  • Families
  • Readers
  • Budget buyers

FAQs

Yes. Refurbished and previous-generation iPads are excellent budget choices.

Yes, especially for students, reading, browsing, and entertainment.

Refurbished iPads often provide excellent value when purchased from trusted sellers.

Older standard iPad generations are usually the most affordable.

Battery health, storage, warranty, and seller ratings.

Comparison Table

Image Model ASIN Brand Price Off Reviews Action
Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) 128GB Wi-Fi 6, Liquid Retina Display, 12MP Front/12MP Back, Touch ID, USB-C, All-Day Battery Life (Blue) Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) 128GB Wi-Fi 6, Liquid Retina Display, 12MP Front/12MP Back, Touch ID, USB-C, All-Day Battery Life (Blue)
4.8 (14896)
B0DZ75TN5F Apple $362.53
— 		— 14896
Details Amazon
Apple 2021 iPad (10.2 inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray (Renewed Premium) Apple 2021 iPad (10.2 inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray (Renewed Premium)
4.5 (484)
B0C21T1P58 Apple $217.64
$229.28 		-5% 484
Details Amazon
Apple iPad 9.7-Inch Wi-Fi 32GB – Space Gray (2017 Model, Renewed) Apple iPad 9.7-Inch Wi-Fi 32GB – Space Gray (2017 Model, Renewed)
4.4 (25211)
B074PWW6NS Apple $104
$149 		-30% 25211
Details Amazon
Apple iPad 2020 (Renewed) – 10.2-Inch Retina Display, Wi-Fi, 32GB, Space Gray Apple iPad 2020 (Renewed) – 10.2-Inch Retina Display, Wi-Fi, 32GB, Space Gray
4.4 (3149)
B08KWJW3DV Apple $163
$175 		-7% 3149
Details Amazon
Apple iPad 9th Generation 2021 (10.2-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Retina Display, A13 Bionic, Touch ID, iPadOS – Space Gray (Renewed) Apple iPad 9th Generation 2021 (10.2-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Retina Display, A13 Bionic, Touch ID, iPadOS – Space Gray (Renewed)
4.4 (4060)
B09HK12K5M Apple $202.99
$218 		-7% 4060
Details Amazon
Apple iPad Early 2018 (6th Generation, Renewed) – 9.7-inch Retina Display, Wi-Fi, 32GB, Space Gray Apple iPad Early 2018 (6th Generation, Renewed) – 9.7-inch Retina Display, Wi-Fi, 32GB, Space Gray
4.4 (11890)
B07B9NQ6PC Apple $114
$124 		-8% 11890
Details Amazon
Apple iPad 10.2-Inch Wi-Fi 128GB (8th Generation) – Space Gray (Renewed) Apple iPad 10.2-Inch Wi-Fi 128GB (8th Generation) – Space Gray (Renewed)
4.4 (3889)
B08L1VD7K9 Apple $204.99
$245 		-16% 3889
Details Amazon
Apple iPad Air (4th Generation) 10.9-inch Wi-Fi Tablet – 64GB, Liquid Retina Display, Touch ID Apple iPad Air (4th Generation) 10.9-inch Wi-Fi Tablet – 64GB, Liquid Retina Display, Touch ID
4.3 (4781)
B08NPH29YG Apple $315
$349 		-10% 4781
Details Amazon
Apple iPad 7th Generation (Renewed) – 10.2-Inch Retina Display, Wi-Fi, 32GB, Space Gray Apple iPad 7th Generation (Renewed) – 10.2-Inch Retina Display, Wi-Fi, 32GB, Space Gray
4.2 (14565)
B08Z64XHCZ Apple $134.99
$179 		-25% 14565
Details Amazon