The iPad and iPad Air look similar but cost very different amounts. Ratings and review counts show what the difference is worth.

We compared them on Amazon UK, using price, rating and number of reviews. We haven't tested them ourselves. This comparison is based on the Amazon listings and customer ratings, so check the latest price and details before you buy.

TabletApprox. priceRatingReviews
iPad 11-inch (A16)£4104.55,000+
iPad Air 11-inch (M4)£8054.7110+
iPad Air 13-inch (M4)£9104.760+
iPad Air 13-inch (M3)£11404.6360+

Our take: the iPad Air models have far fewer reviews so far. The standard iPad has more than 5,000, which makes its rating the most proven.

Short answer: The iPad 11-inch (around £410, rated 4.5 from more than 5,000 buyers) is the sensible choice for most people. The iPad Air (around £805 for the 11-inch) is rated 4.7 but costs about twice as much. Prices and ratings are from Amazon UK, checked when our catalogue was last updated. Prices change, so check the latest on Amazon.

1. Best for most people: iPad 11-inch

Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip
Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip
★★★★☆ 4.5 · 5,038 Amazon UK ratings
£410

A 4.5 rating from more than 5,000 buyers at around £410.

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2. Step up: iPad Air 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Air 11-inch
Apple iPad Air 11-inch
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 108 Amazon UK ratings
£805

A 4.7 rating from just over 100 buyers at around £805.

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3. Biggest screen: iPad Air 13-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Air 13-inch
Apple iPad Air 13-inch
★★★★☆ 4.7 · 62 Amazon UK ratings
£942

A 4.7 rating from about 60 buyers at around £910. The older M3 version costs around £1,140 and is rated 4.6.

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Also consider: Apple iPad Air 13-inch — £1140 (4.6★, 359 reviews)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the iPad Air worth double the price?
It is rated 4.7 against 4.5, but from far fewer buyers (about 110 against more than 5,000). Most people will do fine with the standard iPad.
Which iPad should I buy?
For most people the iPad 11-inch at around £410.
HomeGadgetPro Editorial Team
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