AppleiPad Air 11-inch with M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence, Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, 12MP Front/Back Camera, Wi-Fi 6E, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Space GrayEPEAT

I finally decided to bite the bullet and upgrade from an iPad 2, which had become too limited for daily use and is now better suited for my toddler. Stepping up to the M3 iPad Air has been a major shift — smoother performance, sharper visuals, and a more capable all-around device.Apps launch instantly, multitasking is seamless, and the screen quality is striking. I’m using it side-by-side with my iPhone 13 — and honestly, the iPad screen puts the phone to sleep in terms of brightness, clarity, and sharpness. I also use a Surface Pro 11 for work, and the iPad’s display looks noticeably cleaner and more color-accurate, especially for reading, reviewing content, and working in brighter spaces.I paired the iPad with a refurbished Magic Keyboard (also available here), and that combo has become my go-to setup for writing, organizing, media, and on-the-go use. The keyboard snaps into place easily, types clean, and works without constant reconnecting.If you're still using an older model or straddling between platforms, this is the cleanest, most reliable step forward I’ve made in a long time.— Curated by Jaded John | #OrderlyCleanDesign

I bought this iPad Air to replace my five year old iPad Pro 11”. I thought that I might have to compromise when moving down from the Pro to the Air, but I’m pleasantly surprised by how good this new iPad Air is! The screen is sharp and clear. I’m not bothered by the slower refresh rate. No Face ID on this model, but the Touch ID works perfectly and is in a great location (on/off switch). With the M3, this iPad’s performance is incredible. Very fast! This iPad is an excellent value!

The M3 iPad Air is the functional and competent middle of the line and certainly the best choice for most consumers. The screen is beautiful, albeit not 120 MHz but for the price that shouldn't be expected. I considered the 13" screen but opted for the 11" for portability and weight. I am still an iPhone and MacBook person but this fills a niche for various uses.If you're thinking the iPad can replace a laptop—do your research and consider your specific needs. iPadOS is nowhere near as functional as MacOS although iPadOS 26 will bring closer to Mac functionality. For some the current OS may be more than adequate, others may not be so content. All in all, the M3 iPad Air is a great value, especially when it's on sale and you don't need the power of a iPad Pro.

Possibly the best iPad Air or even the best iPad ever! The build quality is excellent, and the price offers great value for the performance it delivers. It charges quickly, though not quite as fast as some competitors. The color options are decent. The screen quality is good, but it doesn’t quite match the iPad Pro. Overall, it works well for gaming, browsing, and productivity tasks.

This iPad is the best cost benefit. You could get on an apple tablet today. I am very happy on how I can handle all tasks that I throw at it, and sometimes even exceeding them. I use it for note taking in classes, doing some work with emails and video calls, and watching videos and playing games for my personal entertainment. I was a little bit concerned that the screen size would be small, but this model seems to be ideal for me. I paired it with a case and pencil from ESR.

Excellent product. Very powerful and quick. Display is very good as long as you use it indoors. I ultimately upgraded to an iPad Pro about a month after I bought my iPad Air. This was due to my high usage outdoors.

I bought this as a gift for someone special, and she absolutely loves it. The design is sleek and elegant, the performance is fast and smooth, and the display quality is stunning. It's perfect for work, entertainment, and even creative tasks like drawing or editing. Battery life is also solid. If you're thinking of gifting someone (or yourself), this is a great choice!

I use this iPad for everything! It has a long battery life and the size is perfect for traveling. The memory and speed is great. I had a hard time not having the home button but got used to it within a couple of days. Highly recommended!