The best iPad deals in March 2025

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Given they make some of the best tablets you can buy, it's not a huge surprise that Apple charges a hefty price across the iPad lineup. However, you can usually save a good chunk of money off the list price thanks to the various iPad deals that are available throughout the year.

I've searched through all the major retailers and picked out the best iPad deals available right now. This includes some very early savings on the brand-new standard iPad A16 and iPad Air M3 models.

Do also check out the latest Apple promo codes or Best Buy discount codes in case there are ways to save even more money on your next tablet when buying from either store - even more so if you can get access to the Apple student discount for further reductions.

Today's best iPad deals

The brand-new Apple iPad A16 is already $20 off at Amazon. It's not a huge discount, sure, but we rarely see price cuts on Apple tech this early so it's worth taking advantage if you have an eye on the latest Apple slate. The biggest upgrade compared to the previous generation model is the latest A16 chip for faster performance. You also get double the storage of 128GB as standard, a sharp 11-inch Liquid Retina display, and solid 12MP front and back cameras.

Amazon has dropped the iPad 10.9 to $269 – that's only $10 more than the record-low price we saw over Black Friday. Even with the new A16 version on the way, this is great value for money if you need an affordable all-around tablet. We said Apple's latest base-level slate is a big upgrade over the previous generation model in our iPad 10.9 review, with a larger Liquid Retina display, a A14 Bionic chip, improved cameras, USB-C support, and a sleek design.

There's a small $40 discount on the newest iPad Air with the M3 chip on Amazon. This is a somewhat surprising launch given the M2 version only just launched last year, but both devices are around the same price so you may as well get the newer version. As well as that more powerful chip, the latest iPad Air boasts a crisp Liquid Retina display, 128GB of storage as standard, 12MP front and back cameras, and support for Apple Intelligence AI features.

There's a small saving of $80 on the latest iPad Pro 11-inch at Amazon. It did fall to $899 over Black Friday, but this is one of the best deals we'll see outside of major sales events. This is still a pricey tablet that's $200 more than the base price for both previous-generation models, but you do get the brand-new M4 chip, high-quality tandem OLED display and twice as much storage (256GB) as standard. Expect this to be one of the better offers we see in the early days of the tablet's life.

Where to find the best iPad deals

Still on the hunt for that perfect cheap iPad deal? Check out the retailers below for the latest price cuts, or head direct to Apple to scope out more features or take advantage of their trade-in scheme.

US:

Amazon - often has the latest models in stock and the best prices
Adorama - frequent iPad and iPad Pro deals
Best Buy - regular discounts across the full range and on older models
B&H Photo - regularly has bundles featuring the powerful iPad Pro
Newegg - great prices on older and renewed models
Walmart - often price matches Amazon and has extra stock

UK:

Amazon - often has the best iPad deals and most stock available
AO - limited stock of the latest iPad models but worth checking
Argos - regional stock but bundles often include accessories
Currys - regularly has the latest models in stock
John Lewis - free guarantee included on purchases
Very - competitive pricing on a range of iPad models

Which iPad should I buy?

If you're looking for a cheap iPad, the 10.2-inch flagship model from 2021 is likely your best bet. This everyday tablet comes with super-fast tech under the hood, compatibility with a range of accessories to enhance the experience for work or play, as well as a competitive price tag. The newer 10.9-inch model is an option, too, but it is more expensive, so we suggest getting the cheaper model while you can.

However, if you're going to be using your tablet for anything other than light everyday browsing, streaming and the odd game you might want to scale up to the iPad Air. That has the extra power to play a few more games or run a couple of Adobe programs. The deals we've seen on this iPad model are also a little more stable, with most retailers offering permanent discounts on the recommended price.

For those that go heavy on creativity, gaming, media editing or more multi-tasking-oriented workflows, you'll want to put up the cash for the iPad Pro. The 2022 model is extremely powerful, but just know that it is very rarely reduced outside of limited-time sales events. We'll bring you deals when we find them, just don't expect big price cuts all the time.

Of course, you shouldn't neglect the iPad mini, too. The latest 2021 model has a spec that rivals the Air but in a much smaller form factor. For those who want a more compact and portable device that doesn't significantly compromise on performance, that's the one to look out for in the sales.

If you need a more in-depth breakdown of all the differences between each model and some further advice on which one to buy, then do check out our guide to the best iPad for more details.

What about other options?

You can also follow our hubs featuring all the latest iPad Air deals and iPad Mini deals if you know either of those specific tablets are for you. There's also our MacBook deals hub and laptop deals page with all of the best offers across those devices if you decide you want a more traditional machine.

If you're looking to splash out with a few extras for your new tablet, why not take a look at the best Apple Pencil deals or the latest Magic Keyboard deals going right now to fully accessorise your purchase?

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James Pickard is a Deals Editor at TechRadar. After many years of scouring the net for the cheapest games and tech for his personal use, he decided to make it his job to share all the best bargains and coupon codes with you. James also has almost a decade of experience covering some of the biggest sales events of the year at Eurogamer and VG247, including Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Amazon Prime Day. When not deals hunting or stacking coupon codes to get the biggest savings, James can be found on the PS5, watching a classic film noir or cheering on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.