Apple’s tablet line is already seeing early Black Friday deals, with price cuts of up to $200 across multiple models—starting at just $399. Amazon has marked down several iPads, making now a smart time to upgrade before the holiday rush.
Deep Discounts Across the Lineup
The base iPad (A16 chip, 128GB, Wi-Fi) can be snagged for $399.99, a drop of $50. The version with 512GB and cellular connectivity is reduced by $99.01, bringing that one down to $799.99. For those looking for more screen real estate, the new 11-inch iPad Air (M4, 128GB, Wi-Fi) is $99.01 off, priced at $649.99, while the 13-inch iPad Air sits at $849.99 under the same discount.
Pro Models Still Worth a Look
Pro options are seeing serious markdowns too. The 11-inch iPad Pro (M5 chip, 1TB, Wi-Fi) drops by $149.01 to cost $1,649.99. A 13-inch Pro with 256GB storage is now $1,399 (a $100 cut), and both 1TB and 2TB versions of the 13-inch model are marked down—$149.01 off for the 1TB version, and a full $200 off the 2TB—bringing it to $2,499.
Why This Sale Matters
These are some of the lowest prices we’ve seen so far on Apple’s current iPad lineup, especially for higher-capacity models and the latest Air and Pro versions. If you’ve been holding off on buying, this could be the moment—no need to wait for post-Thanksgiving deals, which often carry less selection and more competition.
What to watch for: inventory levels may fluctuate quickly, especially on certain colors or configurations. Also check Apple’s price guides and third-party warranty policies if you go with non-Apple retailers. For budget buyers, older models may still offer better value—if you don’t need the latest chip.
Analytically speaking, these pre-Black Friday iPad deals suggest retailers are aggressively clearing inventory before the holidays. Price drops skew toward larger storage tiers and premium models, where profit margins are bigger. If this pattern continues, we may see even steeper discounts—especially through less prominent retailers—in the days leading up to Thanksgiving.
