Sound the alarm! Black Friday is right around the corner (again), meaning it's almost time to pick up one of Apple's best iPads for a cut price.
Unlike iPhones, iPads are often the subject of meaty discounts over Black Friday because they're often bought as standalone products, rather than as part of lengthy payment plans. Indeed, you can already pick the 9th-generation iPad for $100 less than usual at Amazon in the US right now, while in the UK, Currys is offering a discount on the brand-new 13-inch iPad Air.
In this guide, we'll be rounding up the best Black Friday deals on Apple's most popular tablets as they appear throughout November. We've also included some guidance on what to look out for if you're keen to go the bargain hunt alone.
Today's best iPad deals in the US
- Amazon: $100 off the iPad 9th Generation
- Best Buy: up to $100 off the 13-inch iPad Pro
- Target: save $100 on the iPad 9th Generation
- Walmart: save $110 on the last-gen iPad mini
Today's best iPad deals in the UK
- Amazon: 10% or more off a range of iPads
- Argos: save 10% on the last-gen iPad mini
- Currys: save £30 on the 13-inch iPad Air
- John Lewis: over £200 off the 2022 iPad Pro in clearance
Today's best iPad deals in Australia
- Apple: Save on a new iPad by trading in an old one
- Amazon: 12% off the iPad Air 13-inch (M2) models
- eBay: Save on select models with checkout codes
- JB Hi-Fi: Trade in to save on a new iPad
- Kogan: First-member discounts on new and refurbished iPads
- The Good Guys: Apple iPad 10.9 (10th gen) for AU$529
As TechRadar's Phones Editor, I've been reviewing and writing about the best mobile devices (iPads included) for several years; you'll find my byline on over 1,500 TechRadar articles. As such, I'm well-placed to tell you which iPad deals are worth your time, and which so-called 'discounts' are better left to the clearance aisle.
Black Friday iPad deals: FAQs
When will the Black Friday iPad deals start in 2024?
In short: they already have. Black Friday lands on November 29 this year, but retailers are already starting to offer deals on iPads and other tech products as momentum towards the day itself builds. Expect to see 'Black Friday' tags on retailer websites and in stores well before November 29.
We're in the midst of 'deals season' following Amazon's second Prime Day sale in October, which inspired rival sales such as Best Buy's 48-hour flash sale. With plenty of iPad models available, and even more discontinued units for retailers to clear out, we're expecting to see a healthy supply of iPad deals from now through to the end of November.
Is Black Friday the best time to buy an iPad?
Black Friday typically presents a great opportunity to buy an iPad. While Apple isn't known for cheap prices, the capability to price ratio across the iPad range has generally increased each year, and with Black Friday savings it may be possible to snag an incredibly powerful tablet for a very reasonable price.
We'll likely see the hefty price tags of the iPad Air and iPad Pro lines moderated by Black Friday savings, while the lower end iPad and iPad mini could hit truly budget prices. So long as you know what to expect from each model, it's hard to go wrong with an iPad – Apple's lineup absolutely dominates our list of the best tablets, and our picks for the best iPads come from all over the price spectrum.
What Black Friday iPad deals do I want to see in 2024?
Black Friday iPad deals tend to cover the entire range of Apple tablets, but the most impressive offers come towards the lower end of the price range. I'd love to see the base model iPad fall below $300 / £300, which would make it a great buy for those looking for a casual or family device. Furthermore, discounts of around $150 / £150 on the 11-inch iPad Air would make it an easy choice for students thanks to its powerful M2 chipset.
As for the higher-end iPads – the 13-inch Air and both iPad Pro models – I'd expect to see more moderate discounts to sweeten these tablets' hefty price tags. I'm optimistically hoping to see the 13-inch iPad Pro fall below $1,100 / £1,100, which would be a rather reasonable price for Apple's best tablet. As per last year's Amazon sale, I'd expect to see discounts of $100 on the 11-inch iPad Pro and the 13-inch iPad Air, which would offer some serious value for money.
The higher-end iPads won't be cheap even with these savings, but if you're thinking of buying one for professional work or creativity (or just want the best of the best) Black Friday will likely be your chance to save some serious money. Check back to this page closer to Black Friday for the latest updates.
Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday
TechRadar has reviewed and extensively tested almost every Apple iPad since their introduction in 2010, so we know what we're talking about when imparting advice on which iPad model to buy.
Similarly, we keep our eyes firmly locked on sales events throughout the year (think Prime Day, Memorial Day, and, of course, Black Friday), and track the lowest prices of the most popular products (iPads included), so we know a good discount when we see it. This combination of product expertise and sales knowledge means we're well-placed to advise you on this year's best Black Friday iPad deals.
Last year's best Black Friday iPad deals in the US
Last year's best Black Friday iPad deals in the UK
