Today's best iPad deals include $50 off the 256GB iPad A16

We generally consider Apple’s iPads to be the best tablets for most people, but most of them don’t come cheap. To help make sure you get the most value possible, we’re keeping a constant eye on sale prices and rounding up the best iPad deals we can find each week.Sadly, this week’s selection is very light: The $150 drops we saw for the iPad Air last week are gone, the iPad mini isn’t discounted and the current iPad Pro is a no-go with a new model expected to launch very soon. We’d expect more discounts during Amazon’s October Prime Day sale next week. That said, if you’ve been interested in the entry-level iPad (A16), you can still take $50 off a model with 256GB of storage. And beyond iPads, we’re still seeing a few decent prices on other Apple devices like the MacBook Air, Pencil Pro and Mac mini. Here are all the top deals on Apple gear we could find this week.Best iPad dealsAppleli]:list-decimal [&_ol]:space-y-6 [&_ul>li]:list-disc [&_ul]:space-y-6″ readability=”41.237623762376″>The entry-level iPad comes with a faster A16 chip, 2GB more RAM and more base storage. It earned a score of 84 in our review — if you only need a tablet for roaming the internet, watching shows and doing some lighter productivity tasks, it should do the job. With the new iPadOS 26 update, it also has most of the same multitasking features available with the more expensive models. It does lack Apple Intelligence, but to be candid, that isn’t a big loss right now. We’ve seen this price on the 256GB model for most of the past several months, but it’s still a bit cheaper than buying direct from Apple. $399 at AmazonBest Apple dealsApple Pencil Pro for $99 ($30 off): The highest-end option in Apple’s confusing stylus lineup, the Pencil Pro supports pressure sensitivity, wireless charging, tilt detection, haptic feedback and Apple’s double tap and squeeze gestures, among other perks. It’s a lovely tool for more intricate sketching and note-taking, but the catch is that it’s only compatible with the M4 iPad Pro, M2 and M3 iPad Air and most recent iPad mini. We’ve seen this deal often over the course of the year, but it’s a solid discount compared to buying from Apple directly. Also at Walmart.Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 512GB) for $999 ($200 off): Apple’s latest MacBook Air is the top pick in our guide to the best laptops, and it earned a score of 92 in our review. It’s not a major overhaul, but the design is still exceptionally thin, light and well-built, with long battery life and a top-notch keyboard and trackpad. Now it’s a bit faster. (Though we’d still love more ports and a refresh rate higher than 60Hz.) This discount ties an all-time low for an upgraded config with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.AdvertisementAdvertisementApple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4, 512GB) for $1,199 ($200 off): The 15-inch MacBook Air is nearly identical to the smaller version but has better speakers and a more spacious trackpad alongside its roomier display. This discount is only slightly higher than the best price we’ve seen for a model with 512GB of storage.Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) for $389 ($10 off): The latest Apple Watches only hit the market last week, but Amazon is already offering a $10 discount on certain color options. It doesn’t show up as a percentage off, but you’ll see some models listed at $389, while others show up at the full price of $399. If you’re new to Apple’s wearables or are ready to upgrade from a Series 9 or older, this is a good model to grab. If you’re coming from a Series 10, however, there’s not much need to upgrade as the only major change from last year’s model is a slightly larger battery and a tougher screen.Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) for $240 ($9 off): You’ll see a similar stealth discount on Apple’s newest budget model, the SE 3 at Amazon. It goes for $249 regularly. Apple gave this model some badly needed updates from its predecessor, including a faster charging battery, better sensors and the same processor that you’ll find in the new Apple Watch Series 11.Apple MagSafe charger (25W, 2m) for $35 ($14 off): Here’s a record-low price on Apple’s fasted wireless charging puck. It’ll work with any iPhone as long it’s an iPhone 8 or newer, but if you have an iPhone 16 or 17, this cable can charge your device at 25W when paired with 30W power adapter. Also at Best Buy. The one-meter model is on sale at Walmart for $27.30.AdvertisementAdvertisementApple Mac mini (M4, 16GB/256GB) for $499 ($100 off): The newest version of Apple’s tiny desktop PC has a smaller overall footprint, a faster M4 chip, 16GB of RAM as standard (finally), two front-facing USB-C ports (finally!), an extra Thunderbolt 4 port and the ability to drive three external displays. It doesn’t have any USB-A ports, however. We gave the M4 Pro model a review score of 90. This deal is for the entry-level version with a base M4 chip, 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD — we’ve seen it fall as low as $469 in the past, but this is still a decent drop. Also at Best Buy and B&H.Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB/512GB) for $689 ($110 off): If you want your tiny Apple desktop to have a little bit more storage capacity, you may want to spring for the 512GB model. It’s currently $110 off at Amazon and B&H Photo.Apple AirTags (4-pack) for $75 ($24 off): We may see an updated model by the end of 2025, but the current AirTags are the best Bluetooth trackers for iPhone users thanks to their vast finding network and accurate ultrawide band features that make it easy to locate nearby items. Just note that you’ll need a separate AirTag holder to attach them to your keys, wallet or bag. This isn’t a great deal for a four-pack — the bundle was as low as $65 in July — but it’s still a bit lower than its list price. Also at Walmart.Apple 35W Dual USB-C Port adapter for $39 ($20 off): It’s always good to have a few extra ports around. This is the adapter that ships with the M4 with 10‑core GPU MacBook Air, and it can quickly charge iPads, iPhones and anything else powered by USB-C, too. Walmart is also selling Apple’s 2-meter fast charge cable for $23 (a $6 discount).AdvertisementAdvertisementRead more Apple coverage:Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice.
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