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Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4)
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The M4 chip offers substantial performance headroom while keeping the tablet compact and easy to use for calls, texts, multitasking, and entertainment. It also supports Apple Pencil Pro, making it more versatile than the base iPad. Compared with the iPad Pro, it gives up OLED contrast and ProMotion, but it is considerably less excessive for basic communication.
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Where to buy
est. €829Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
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Apple iPad 11-inch (A16)
Why we picked this
Best Value: This is the most economical iPad for basic messaging, video calls, browsing, and everyday apps. Its A16 chip provides ample performance and the 11-inch display is comfortable for communication. Compared with the iPad Air, it has less headroom for demanding creative work; compared with the iPad Pro, it lacks the premium OLED display and ProMotion refresh rate.
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Where to buy
est. €519Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: This is the most advanced option, with an M5 chip, a high-contrast OLED display, ProMotion up to 120Hz, and fast Thunderbolt/USB-C connectivity. It delivers the smoothest experience and the greatest long-term performance margin, although that capability is far beyond what basic calls and texts require. Compared with the iPad Air, its main advantages are display quality, responsiveness, and connectivity rather than everyday communication features.
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Where to buy
est. €1,329Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.