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Grab Apple's Entry-Level Tablet for Less Than $300

Save $50 on Apple's most affordable iPad in every single color.

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The A16 iPad is already Apple's most affordable tablet, but this deal slashes its price all the way down to just $299. This isn't the lowest price we've seen, but it's still a respectable $50 savings -- and right now, you can get this deal on any of the colors, so you can pick your favorite. We don't expect this deal to last, so ordering soon is the only way to make sure you don't miss out.

Apple's iPad lineup is responsible for some of the best tablets around, but nobody has ever accused them of being inexpensive. In fact, they're anything but, which is why it's important to take advantage of a great iPad deal when it presents itself. This might not be Apple's best iPad, but it's certainly the most affordable. It's capable, with a beautiful display and a fast chip.

The 11th-gen iPad has 128GB of storage and fast wireless connectivity, but you can upgrade to 256GB or 512GB of storage if you need the extra space. The new 2025 iPads have a gorgeous 11-inch Liquid Retina display and an upgraded five-core A16 processor for faster performance.

This iPad model is compatible with Wi-Fi 6 and offers 12-megapixel front and back cameras, support for Touch ID and all-day battery life. The cameras on this iPad have the True Tone feature, so you can easily scan documents and take 4K video. They also support fun new augmented reality functions. All iPads with an A16 chip are compatible with the USB-C, first-generation Apple Pencil and the Magic Keyboard Folio. One thing to keep in mind is that this iPad doesn't support Apple Intelligence.

Why this deal matters

Apple gear rarely goes on sale, so these current discounts on A16 iPads offer the chance to nab a new tablet with $50 off. The all time low price was $271. Considering it's at $299 right now, it's not a difference that we'd recommend holding off for. Plus, the deal is available for all color options.