{"id":29716,"date":"2026-06-20T19:50:19","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T00:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swappa.com\/blog\/?p=29716"},"modified":"2026-10-12T13:12:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T18:12:47","slug":"used-ipad-buyers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swappa.com\/blog\/used-ipad-buyers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Used iPad Buyer’s Guide: Every Generation Ranked (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Apple sells four iPad lines, and more than a dozen generations still get updates. That range is good news for used buyers, especially after Apple raised new iPad prices by $100 to $200 in June 2026. This guide ranks every iPad that runs iPadOS 27 by used value, with current Swappa prices, Apple Pencil compatibility, and the older models to skip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quick Answer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0iPad Air (M1, 2022)<\/strong>\u00a0is the best used iPad for most buyers in 2026. It sells for about\u00a0$314<\/strong>\u00a0on Swappa, runs iPadOS 27 and Apple Intelligence, and works with the Apple Pencil (2nd generation). The\u00a0iPad (A16)<\/strong>\u00a0is the best base iPad at about\u00a0$339<\/strong>\u00a0with 128GB, the\u00a0iPad mini (A17 Pro)<\/strong>\u00a0is the best small iPad at about\u00a0$411<\/strong>, and the\u00a0iPad (9th gen)<\/strong>\u00a0is the cheapest iPad still supported, at about\u00a0$162<\/strong>. Skip anything iPadOS 27 dropped, including the iPad (8th gen), iPad Air (3rd gen), iPad mini (5th gen), and the 2018 iPad Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Every Used iPad on iPadOS 27, Ranked<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This ranking is by value for most buyers, not raw power. Prices are Swappa’s average sale price for the base storage size on September 24, 2026, and they move with condition, storage, Wi-Fi or cellular, and demand. Where a model comes in two sizes, the price is for the smaller one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rank<\/th>Model (Year)<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th>Launch Price<\/th>Apple Intelligence<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Verdict<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1<\/td>iPad Air (M1)<\/a> (2022)<\/td>$314 (64GB)<\/td>$599<\/td>Yes<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>Best overall<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>iPad (A16)<\/a> (2025)<\/td>$339 (128GB)<\/td>$349<\/td>No<\/td>USB-C, 1st gen with adapter<\/td>Best base iPad<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>iPad Air 11″ (M2)<\/a> (2024)<\/td>$462 (128GB)<\/td>$599<\/td>Yes<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Best value with Pencil Pro<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>iPad mini (A17 Pro)<\/a> (2024)<\/td>$411 (128GB)<\/td>$499<\/td>Yes<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Best small iPad<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>iPad Air (4th gen)<\/a> (2020)<\/td>$245 (64GB)<\/td>$599<\/td>No<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>Best under $250<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>iPad Pro 11″ (M4)<\/a> (2024)<\/td>$765 (256GB)<\/td>$999<\/td>Yes<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Best Pro value<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>iPad (10th gen)<\/a> (2022)<\/td>$300 (64GB)<\/td>$449<\/td>No<\/td>USB-C, 1st gen with adapter<\/td>Solid entry pick<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>iPad Air 11″ (M3)<\/a> (2025)<\/td>$493 (128GB)<\/td>$599<\/td>Yes<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Small step up from the M2<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>iPad (9th gen)<\/a> (2021)<\/td>$162 (64GB)<\/td>$329<\/td>No<\/td>1st gen<\/td>Cheapest supported<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>iPad mini (6th gen)<\/a> (2021)<\/td>$282 (64GB)<\/td>$499<\/td>No<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>Best mini value<\/td><\/tr>
11<\/td>iPad Pro 11″ (M2)<\/a> (2022)<\/td>$493 (128GB)<\/td>$799<\/td>Yes<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>Power-user value<\/td><\/tr>
12<\/td>iPad Air 11″ (M4)<\/a> (2026)<\/td>$560 (128GB)<\/td>$599<\/td>Yes<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Newest Air<\/td><\/tr>
13<\/td>iPad Pro 11″ (M1)<\/a> (2021)<\/td>$443 (128GB)<\/td>$799<\/td>Yes<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>Cheapest M-chip Pro<\/td><\/tr>
14<\/td>iPad Pro 11″ (M5)<\/a> (2025)<\/td>Few sales yet<\/td>$999<\/td>Yes<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Newest Pro<\/td><\/tr>
15<\/td>iPad Pro 11″ (2nd gen)<\/a> (2020)<\/td>$346 (128GB)<\/td>$799<\/td>No<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>Short runway<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Launch prices are Apple’s US starting prices at release. Apple raised prices on its current iPads on June 25, 2026, so new models now cost more than their launch price. Check current Swappa prices<\/a> for the exact model before you buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Long iPads Stay Supported<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Software support is the most important thing to check on a used iPad. Apple released iPadOS 27 on September 14, 2026<\/strong>, and it runs on these models:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

iPad Line<\/th>Runs iPadOS 27<\/th>Dropped by iPadOS 27<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad<\/td>9th gen, 10th gen, and iPad (A16)<\/td>8th gen and older<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Air<\/td>4th gen (2020) and newer<\/td>3rd gen (2019) and older<\/td><\/tr>
iPad mini<\/td>6th gen (2021) and newer<\/td>5th gen (2019) and older<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 11-inch<\/td>2nd gen (2020) and newer<\/td>1st gen (2018)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 12.9-inch and 13-inch<\/td>12.9-inch 4th gen (2020) and newer, plus the 13-inch models<\/td>12.9-inch 3rd gen (2018) and older<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Apple does not publish a fixed support window, but iPads have typically received major iPadOS updates for about five to seven years<\/strong>. A dropped iPad keeps working, but it stops getting new features, and apps gradually require a newer version. The oldest supported models, like the iPad (9th gen) and the 2020 iPad Pro, have the shortest runway left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supported is not the same as fully featured. Apple Intelligence<\/strong> needs an iPad with an M1 chip or newer, or the iPad mini (A17 Pro). The iPad (A16), iPad (10th and 9th gen), iPad Air (4th gen), iPad mini (6th gen), and 2020 iPad Pro run iPadOS 27 without it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For model-by-model timelines, see How Long Are iPads Supported With Updates? (2026)<\/a>. If you already own an iPad and are deciding whether to replace it, When Should I Upgrade My iPad? 7 Signs It’s Time (2026)<\/a> covers the signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why Used Makes More Sense After Apple’s 2026 Price Increase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On June 25, 2026, Apple raised US prices on every current iPad, citing the cost of memory and storage chips. The increases run from $100 on the base iPad and iPad mini to $200 on the iPad Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Model (Base Storage)<\/th>New Price Before June 25<\/th>New Price Now<\/th>Used on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad (A16), 128GB<\/td>$349<\/td>$449<\/td>Same model, about $339<\/td><\/tr>
iPad mini (A17 Pro), 128GB<\/td>$499<\/td>$599<\/td>Same model, about $411<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Air 11″ (M4), 128GB<\/td>$599<\/td>$749<\/td>Same model about $560, or the M2 about $462<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 11″ (M5), 256GB<\/td>$999<\/td>$1,199<\/td>iPad Pro 11″ (M4), about $765<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The best buys are models a year or more old: past the first steep price drop and still years from the end of support. A used iPad Air (M1) sells for about half its $599 launch price, and a used 11-inch iPad Pro (M4) costs about $434 less than a new M5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The M1 chip in the iPad Air is the same chip Apple used in the 2020 MacBook Air. In 2026, it still handles streaming, note-taking, schoolwork, and light creative work without strain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Generation Rundown: Every iPad Worth Considering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

iPad Pro (M5, 2025) and iPad Pro (M4, 2024): Premium<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Pro 11″ (M5)<\/a><\/td>M5<\/td>11″ Ultra Retina XDR (OLED), 120Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Few sales yet<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 13″ (M5)<\/a><\/td>M5<\/td>13″ Ultra Retina XDR (OLED), 120Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>Few sales yet<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 11″ (M4)<\/a><\/td>M4<\/td>11″ Ultra Retina XDR (OLED), 120Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$765 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 13″ (M4)<\/a><\/td>M4<\/td>13″ Ultra Retina XDR (OLED), 120Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$879 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Professional creative work, video editing, illustration, and anyone who wants the best iPad display. The M4 and M5 models share the same thin design and tandem OLED screen. The M5 adds a faster chip, faster storage, Wi-Fi 7, and faster charging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> Neither works with the Apple Pencil (2nd generation), so a Pencil 2 from an older iPad will not carry over, and older iPad Pro Magic Keyboards do not fit. The M5 has few used sales so far. The M4 is the value play: a used 11-inch sells for about $434 less than a new 11-inch M5, and a used 13-inch M4 averages about $879.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad Pro (M2, 2022): Strong Pick for Power Users<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Pro 11″ (M2)<\/a><\/td>M2<\/td>11″ Liquid Retina (LCD), 120Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$493 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 12.9″ (M2)<\/a><\/td>M2<\/td>12.9″ Liquid Retina XDR (mini-LED), 120Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$571 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Power users who want ProMotion, Face ID, and M-chip speed without paying M4 prices. The 12.9-inch model’s mini-LED display makes it a real laptop replacement for many workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It is thicker and heavier than the M4, and it does not support the Apple Pencil Pro. The 11-inch sells for about the same as a used iPad Air 11″ (M3), so compare the two: the Pro has ProMotion, Face ID, and four speakers, while the Air has Pencil Pro support and a newer chip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad Pro (M1, 2021): Cheapest M-Chip Pro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Pro 11″ (M1)<\/a><\/td>M1<\/td>11″ Liquid Retina (LCD), 120Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$443 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Pro 12.9″ (M1)<\/a><\/td>M1<\/td>12.9″ Liquid Retina XDR (mini-LED), 120Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$492 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Buyers who want ProMotion, Face ID, Thunderbolt, and Apple Intelligence at the lowest iPad Pro price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It is five years old, so its support runway is shorter than the M2 and M4 models. It also costs about the same as a used iPad Air 11″ (M2), which is newer and supports the Pencil Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2020 iPad Pro (11-inch 2nd gen and 12.9-inch 4th gen) still runs iPadOS 27 and sells for about $346<\/strong> (11-inch) to $372<\/strong> (12.9-inch). It has no Apple Intelligence, and its A12Z chip is a close relative of the A12X in the 2018 models iPadOS 27 just dropped. Buy one only as a low-cost, short-term Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad Air (M4, 2026) and iPad Air (M3, 2025): Newest Airs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Air 11″ (M4)<\/a><\/td>M4<\/td>11″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$560 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Air 13″ (M4)<\/a><\/td>M4<\/td>13″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$651 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Air 11″ (M3)<\/a><\/td>M3<\/td>11″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$493 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Air 13″ (M3)<\/a><\/td>M3<\/td>13″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$617 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Buyers who want the longest support runway in the Air line, Apple Intelligence, and Apple Pencil Pro. The M4 model adds 12GB of memory and Wi-Fi 7, and a used 11-inch M4 sells for about $189 less than a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> Both still have 60Hz displays and Touch ID rather than ProMotion and Face ID. On the 11-inch, the M3 sells for only about $31 more than the M2, so buy the M3 while the gap stays that small and the M2 if it widens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad Air (M2, 2024): Best Value With Apple Pencil Pro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Air 11″ (M2)<\/a><\/td>M2<\/td>11″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$462 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr>
iPad Air 13″ (M2)<\/a><\/td>M2<\/td>13″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$558 (128GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Buyers who want Apple Pencil Pro support, Apple Intelligence, a landscape front camera, or a 13-inch screen for less. A used 11-inch sells for about $287 less than a new 11-inch Air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It does not work with the Apple Pencil (2nd generation), so an older Pencil 2 will not carry over. Like every Air, it has a 60Hz display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad Air (M1, 2022): Best Overall Used iPad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Air (5th gen, M1)<\/a><\/td>M1<\/td>10.9″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$314 (64GB), $367 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Most buyers. The M1 chip, USB-C port, Apple Pencil (2nd generation) support, and Apple Intelligence make it the right call for students, professionals, and anyone who wants more than the base iPad without paying Pro prices. For a deeper look, see Is the iPad Air 2022 (M1) Still Worth It in 2026?<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It comes in 64GB or 256GB only, and stepping up to 256GB costs about $53 on Swappa. It has a 60Hz display, and as a 2022 model it has fewer years of support left than the M2 and newer Airs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad Air (4th Gen, 2020): Best Under $250<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad Air (4th gen)<\/a><\/td>A14 Bionic<\/td>10.9″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$245 (64GB), $251 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Budget buyers who want USB-C, Apple Pencil (2nd generation) support, and a laminated display for under $250. It usually sells for less than the iPad (10th gen), which uses the same A14 chip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> No Apple Intelligence, and as a 2020 model it has a shorter runway than the M1 Air. Supply is thin, so the 256GB average moves quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad (A16, 2025): Best Base iPad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad (A16)<\/a><\/td>A16<\/td>11″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>USB-C, 1st gen with adapter<\/td>$339 (128GB), $404 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Kids, streaming, schoolwork, and anyone who wants the base iPad with the longest support runway. It starts at 128GB, double the 10th gen, and shows battery health in Settings. Swappa lists it as the iPad (11th Gen), and it sells for about $110 less than Apple’s new $449 price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> No Apple Intelligence. It does not support the Apple Pencil (2nd generation) or Pencil Pro, and it looks nearly identical to the 10th gen, so confirm the model name before you buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad (10th Gen, 2022): Solid Entry-Level Pick<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad (10th gen)<\/a><\/td>A14 Bionic<\/td>10.9″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>USB-C, 1st gen with adapter<\/td>$300 (64GB), $362 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> First-time tablet buyers, kids, and casual streaming. It brought USB-C, Touch ID in the top button, and a landscape front camera to the base iPad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It works with the Apple Pencil (USB-C), or with the 1st-gen Pencil through Apple’s USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter, but not the Pencil 2 or Pencil Pro. Check the iPad Air (M1) before you buy: it often sells for only a little more. For more options under $300, see Best Cheap iPads in 2026: Top Picks Under $300<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad (9th Gen, 2021): Budget Floor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad (9th gen)<\/a><\/td>A13 Bionic<\/td>10.2″ Retina, 60Hz<\/td>1st gen<\/td>$162 (64GB), $216 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> The lowest-cost iPad that still runs iPadOS 27. It is fine for streaming, reading, and a child’s first tablet. For more family picks, see Best Used Tablets for Kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It is the only supported iPad that still uses Lightning, and it has a home button and thick bezels. As the oldest supported base iPad, treat it as a two to three year tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad mini (A17 Pro, 2024): Best Small iPad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad mini (A17 Pro)<\/a><\/td>A17 Pro<\/td>8.3″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>Pro, USB-C<\/td>$411 (128GB), $462 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Commuters, readers, and note-takers who want a powerful tablet they can hold in one hand. It is the only iPad mini with Apple Intelligence and Apple Pencil Pro support, and it starts at 128GB. Swappa lists it as the iPad Mini (7th Gen), and it sells for about $188 less than Apple’s new $599 price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> It does not work with the Apple Pencil (2nd generation). If you do not need Apple Intelligence, the 6th gen below does most of the same jobs for about $129 less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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iPad mini (6th Gen, 2021): Best mini Value<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th>Chip<\/th>Display<\/th>Apple Pencil<\/th>Avg. Sale on Swappa<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
iPad mini (6th gen)<\/a><\/td>A15 Bionic<\/td>8.3″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz<\/td>2nd gen, USB-C<\/td>$282 (64GB), $329 (256GB)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Buyers who want the mini size for less. The A15 Bionic is fast, USB-C is modern, and the Apple Pencil (2nd generation) attaches and charges magnetically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch-outs:<\/strong> No Apple Intelligence, and 64GB is the base storage. Some units had a reported “jelly scroll” effect (uneven refresh on one side of the screen while scrolling). It is not universal, but ask the seller or check the listing notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apple Pencil Compatibility by iPad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Apple sells four Apple Pencil models, and they are not interchangeable. This is Apple’s compatibility list for each.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple Pencil<\/th>Works With<\/th>Pairs and Charges<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Apple Pencil Pro<\/a><\/td>iPad Pro (M4 and M5), iPad Air 11″ and 13″ (M2, M3, and M4), iPad mini (A17 Pro)<\/td>Attaches magnetically<\/td><\/tr>
Apple Pencil (USB-C)<\/td>Every USB-C iPad: iPad (10th gen and A16), iPad Air (4th gen and newer), iPad mini (6th gen and newer), all 11″ and 13″ iPad Pro models, and iPad Pro 12.9″ (3rd gen and newer)<\/td>USB-C cable<\/td><\/tr>
Apple Pencil (2nd gen)<\/a><\/td>iPad Air (4th and 5th gen), iPad mini (6th gen), iPad Pro 11″ (1st to 4th gen), iPad Pro 12.9″ (3rd to 6th gen)<\/td>Attaches magnetically<\/td><\/tr>
Apple Pencil (1st gen)<\/a><\/td>iPad (6th to 9th gen), iPad (10th gen and A16) with the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter, iPad Air (3rd gen), iPad mini (5th gen), older iPad Pro models<\/td>Lightning plug<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Three mix-ups catch the most buyers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n