Missed Prime Day's all-time low iPad price? You can still grab it for just AU$398

10.2-inch Apple iPad (2021) on purple background

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The term 'cheap' and Apple products usually don't mix, especially when it comes to iPads, which are usually on the more expensive end of the product line. That’s especially true for newer models, like the new M4 chip-boasting 13-inch iPad Pro and 11-inch iPad Air, but you can save a hefty chunk of change by opting for an older model. Like the 10.2-inch 9th generation iPad (64GB, Wi-Fi) which gets a 28% off to match its cheapest all-time price. Well, almost.

The silver colourway dropped all the way down to AU$378 on July 16 when the Prime Day sale started at midnight, but, you could still snag the Space Grey for just AU$398. Well as of July 18, Silver is back in vogue – back down to AU$398, with the Space Grey up to AU$498.

It might not be sporting the latest processor, but the '2021' in its name shouldn't deter you – the 9th Gen iPad remains one of our favourite tablets that can be had a budget price. Adopting True Tone technology (aka, an ambient light sensor) on its large 10.2-inch display, this affordable tablet is perfect for watching the best streaming services, do some light work and some writing – though you might want to pair it with a keyboard for your thesis. Discontinued after the release of the iPad Pro with M4 chip, this older model won’t be around forever. If you’ve been waiting to snag a deal on one of the best iPads, now's the time. And you'd better get a move on – this deal might vanish before you get your hands on it too.

There's not a deep pool of iPad deals to choose from on Amazon, but there is one other offer that we think is worth checking out. While it's still considerably more expensive than its predecessor, the 2022 10th Generation Apple iPad is also at the lowest price we've ever seen it at. Recently dropping its RRP to just AU$599 from AU$699, Amazon has hit the Blue colourway with a further 7% discount – bringing it down to just AU$558.

2022 Apple iPad 10.9-inch (10th Gen; 64GB; Blue) | AU$599 AU$558 on Amazon (save AU$41)

We absolutely loved the changes this model made from its predecessor in our iPad 10.9 (2022) review. With a vibrant new blue colourway, improved cameras, performance and battery life, this is a high-quality and versatile tablet that's the perfect partner for a variety of activities. It's not a revolutionary change – though the blue is quite nice – but if you're looking for a tablet that's a little more powerful, colourful and bigger, this might be the Prime Day deal for you.

If you're committed to sticking with Android and these tasty iPad deals haven't swayed you, Prime Day has you covered too – with the lowest price we've seen on the Lenovo Tablet M9 and a 22% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus.

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A Digital Content Writer for the Australian TechRadar team, Max covers all things tech and lifestyle and is keen on using tech to make life easier. A 2023 journalism graduate, Max has written across sports, entertainment and business for brands like Zero Digital Media and Valnet.Inc, but found his love for tech in his time at GadgetUser. At home when covering everything from the latest deal and coupon code to the most recent streaming service output, phone or smartwatch, Max excels at using his research, experience and writing ability give you more time to use your tech, not waste time finding it.

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