Customer Ratings & Reviews

If you’re debating whether to get the Purple iPad Mini… let me save you the stress: get it, girl. This thing is small but mighty and I am absolutely obsessed! From the moment I opened the box, the color alone had me in love. The shade of purple is so pretty, sleek, feminine, and luxurious without being childish. It feels grown, cute, and classy all at once. The size is honestly perfect. It’s lightweight and super comfortable to hold with one hand, but still big enough to watch movies, read, scroll, plan, or work without feeling cramped. It fits easily in a purse, work bag, or even a big pocket depending on what you’re wearing, so it’s truly the most convenient “carry everywhere” tablet. I love that it gives me iPad power without feeling like I’m lugging around a laptop. Performance-wise, it’s fast, smooth, and responsive. Apps open instantly, multitasking is easy, and the display is crystal clear and bright. Watching videos, FaceTiming, reading, and editing documents feels beautiful on this screen. The sound quality is surprisingly powerful for its size too. And if you’re into writing, drawing, note-taking, or digital planning, pairing it with the Apple Pencil makes it 10x better. It honestly feels like a tiny, powerful notebook. Battery life? Amazing. I can use it throughout the day and still have plenty of charge left. It’s perfect for work, school, nursing chart reviews, business planning, social media, Netflix binges, and just day-to-day life in general. Everything feels easier with it. Overall, the Purple iPad Mini is beautiful, portable, powerful, and worth every penny. It’s cute enough to make you smile every time you pick it up and strong enough to handle real-life tasks. I honestly don’t regret it for a second — this is definitely one of my favorite Apple devices now.

The Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro chip), Wi-Fi, 128GB, Space Gray is an outstanding device that delivers flagship-level performance in a compact, easy-to-carry form factor. The A17 Pro chip makes everything feel incredibly fast and smooth—whether browsing, streaming, multitasking, or using productivity and creative apps. The display is sharp and vibrant, making it great for reading, media consumption, and light creative work, while the 128GB of storage provides plenty of room for apps, photos, and documents. Its lightweight size is ideal for travel, couch use, or one-handed operation, yet it never feels underpowered. Battery life is solid for all-day use, and the build quality is exactly what you’d expect from Apple, durable, and reliable. Paired with Wi-Fi performance that’s fast and stable, this iPad mini is a perfect balance of power, portability, and practicality. Highly recommended for anyone who wants top-tier performance in a compact tablet that’s easy to take anywhere.

I bought this iPad mini for my 6-year-old last month, and it’s been a really great choice. The size is perfect for smaller hands, so it’s much easier for a child to hold and use compared to a bigger tablet. It’s lightweight, feels premium, and is easy to carry around. It’s also very fast and smooth, with no lag when using apps, watching videos, or playing games. The screen looks great, battery life has been solid, and 128GB is more than enough for kids’ apps, videos, and downloads. Overall, I’m very happy with this purchase and would definitely recommend it for parents looking for a compact, high-quality tablet for their child.

Great lightweight alternative to my iPhone. It's easy to hold, and the perfect size for reading the Bible, browsing, and watching videos. The screen looks great, performance is smooth, and it fits easily into a bag. If you want something more capable than a phone but more portable than a full-size iPad, this is a great choice. It doesn't have face recognition like my iPhone but uses finger Touch ID. Habit makes me stare at my screen to open it. Pair with an Apple Pencil Pro for more fun!

I recently purchased the Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro), and it has completely exceeded my expectations. As someone who finds larger tablets a bit cumbersome for daily commuting and reading, this 8.3-inch form factor is the absolute "sweet spot." What I Liked: 1) Performance: The A17 Pro chip is incredibly fast. Whether I’m multitasking between apps or handling heavy documents, there is zero lag. 2) Portability: It’s light enough to hold comfortably with one hand for hours while reading or taking notes. It fits perfectly in small bags, making it the best travel companion. 3) Display: The screen is crisp and vibrant, making text very easy to read, which was my primary goal. Overall, this is easily the best small tablet on the market. If you want a pocketable design without sacrificing Pro-level power, the iPad mini A17 Pro is definitely the way to go!

Seriously, it’s like Apple packed a powerhouse into a tiny 8.3-inch tablet that weighs next to nothing (0.65 pounds). The A17 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM make everything smooth, whether I’m sketching with the Apple Pencil Pro (love that hover feature), gaming on titles like Genshin Impact at 60fps, or multitasking with a bunch of apps. The Liquid Retina display looks vibrant, great for watching shows or drawing on the go. It fits in my pocket, works with a Magic Keyboard Folio for typing, and has 5G and USB-C for staying connected. Battery lasts a solid 10+ hours, and it charges fast. Downsides? No OLED yet, and the 128GB base storage might fill up quick if you’re heavy on photos or videos; I would recommend the 250 GB. it’s a killer deal for the power. This thing’s perfect for work, creativity, or just chilling—easily the best compact tablet out there. 5 stars!

Coming from the iPad Air 5th generation, I wasn’t sure how the smaller size of the iPad mini would fit into my workflow—but I’ve been pleasantly surprised. The A17 chip keeps everything fast and fluid, and the compact form factor makes it incredibly convenient to use anywhere—whether I’m reading, sketching, or multitasking on the go. What really stands out is how well it complements my MacBook Air and iPhone. It fills that perfect middle ground: more powerful and flexible than my phone, but far more portable than a full-size tablet or laptop. It’s now my go-to device for quick work sessions, note-taking, and entertainment. That said, one gripe: I was genuinely disappointed to discover that the iPad mini doesn't support the Apple Pencil 2nd generation. Having used it with the iPad Air, I naturally assumed it would work here too—but no luck. I ended up having to fork out for the new Apple Pencil Pro. It was a bit of a sad surprise, and I’ll admit—I should have done my homework on that one. Still, despite that hiccup, the iPad mini remains an incredibly capable and portable powerhouse that fits perfectly into my Apple ecosystem. Pros -Ultra-portable size: Easier to carry, hold, and use one-handed—great for travel or couch use. -Powerful A17 chip: Despite its small size, it handles multitasking, note-taking, gaming, and media consumption with ease. -Complementary device: Perfectly bridges the gap between a MacBook Air and iPhone; ideal for tasks that feel too big for a phone but don’t require a laptop. -Apple Pencil compatibility: Great for quick sketches, annotations, or handwriting on the go. -Premium build: Compact but solid, with a beautiful display and reliable performance. All-day battery life: Efficient despite the powerful chip and small form factor. Cons -Smaller screen not ideal for everything: Split-screen multitasking or long document editing can feel cramped. -No Magic Keyboard option: Not designed for heavy typing tasks like the iPad Air or Pro. -Pricey for its size: May seem expensive when compared to entry-level iPads or older models. -UI scaling quirks: Some apps and websites don’t always make the best use of the smaller display. -Accessory ecosystem is more limited: Fewer keyboard and case options compared to the Air/Pro line. Apple Pencil version issue: Beware! If you have an Apple Pencil 2nd Gen it's not supported on the new Mini. You'll have to fork out $$ for the Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil USB-C if you want to use a stylus.

I’ve been using the iPad Mini for a few weeks now, and it’s been a game-changer. I love how it fits perfectly in my bag, making it super convenient to carry around. Whether I’m reading e-books during my commute or watching videos in bed, the display is sharp and clear. The Apple Pencil works like a charm for jotting down notes and sketching ideas. It’s become my go-to device for both work and play. It’s just so easy to pick up and use for any task that pops up during the day. Whether I’m scheduling my day, replying to emails, or unwinding with a game, the iPad Mini handles it all effortlessly. Definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a versatile and portable device.

I absolutely love my iPad mini. It’s a great size and everything that I need it for, works great! Great loading speeds and so far it has not given me any issues in lagging or not responding - however, the one thing I find hard (I believe this must be with all iPads) since I am used to typing on my phone, it’s hard to type on my iPad without a keyboard. If I use a keyboard, then it’s just like a mini laptop, but if I can’t turn it horizontal it makes it a bit more difficult. I did get it for simplicity, not to have to buy or use an additional keyboard. I won’t let that reduce the rating for the iPad itself though since that’s just a personal preference. I’m sure some people are just fine typing on the iPad. In addition, it charges fast and holds a great charge (for what I do with it at least - I am not a gamer). I watch live and recorded videos on it, and use basic functions and apps. It fits nicely in my purse, it’s just such a great size. I do recommend it to anyone looking into it.

The new iPad mini is a beast in a small body. The A17 chip keeps everything buttery smooth—whether I’m editing video, sketching, or multitasking. The size is perfect for traveling, and the screen is stunning. Battery life has also held up well so far. It’s become my go-to for both work and play. 100% worth it.

The iPad mini is easily a 5/5 device and one of the most genuinely useful pieces of tech I’ve added to my daily routine. It hits a perfect sweet spot between phone and full‑size tablet: light enough to hold in one hand for long reading sessions, but powerful enough to handle email, streaming, note‑taking, and a surprising amount of work without breaking a sweat. The compact size makes it incredibly practical for travel, meetings, and couch use—this is the device I actually carry with me instead of leaving it on a desk. Apple Pencil support turns it into an excellent digital notebook for jotting ideas, marking up PDFs, and annotating documents, which is a huge plus if you handle a lot of reading or paperwork. Battery life comfortably gets through a full day of mixed use, the screen is sharp and bright, and everything feels smooth and responsive. If you’re shopping at Best Buy and debating whether a smaller tablet is worth it, the iPad mini is an easy yes: it’s a powerful, portable companion that you’ll reach for constantly, and it fully deserves a 5/5 star rating.

Really love the size of the ipad, larger than phone and easy to carry. Fits in one hand as well, And I use it for note-taking with Apple pencil and it works like a charm. So far don't have any issues with the product. Battery, Display, Speakers everything is great.

The Apple iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip is insanely powerful for its size. Super fast, smooth, and perfect for everything from work to play. The blue finish looks sleek, the screen is crisp, and it feels premium in every way. Small device, huge performance — Apple did it again.

I really do not understand what people are complaining about with the new iPad Mini 7th Gen. I purchased the iPad Mini 6th Gen WiFi 64GB for $399, prior to knowing about the upcoming official iPad Mini 7th Gen, which happened a few days afterward. So, I returned the Mini 6th Gen and pre-ordered the Mini 7th Gen WiFi 128GB for $499. The Mini 7th Gen has the A17 Pro chip compared to the A15 chip in the Mini 6th Gen. The Mini 7th Gen has double the memory (8GB) over the Mini 6th Gen (4GB), offers 128GB-512GB storage rather than 64GB-256GB, and also has Bluetooth 5.3, rather than Bluetooth 5.0. Apple also did not raise the prices. Did I mention that the Mini 7th Gen has identical dimensions, meaning any prior cases, screen protectors, or other Mini 6th Gen accessories will fit perfectly. Yes, the Mini 7th Gen is currently $100 more than the Mini 6th Gen, but it is also 3 years newer, which means it will receive official iOS updates for 3 years longer. For me, I think it was worth the additional $100.

love the size and form factor for being able to mix a FOH console on the go and not working about it being to bulky to fall out of my hand. battery life is great. charge it once every few days and doesn't take that long to fully charge either. Works great as a second display for my Mac without being to bulky. Brightness is great for watching media and doing basic photo editing on as well. love it and it should last a long time if it is this impressive for my use case. great for on the go use and for at home and studio work in a professional environment.

I love the size of the iPad mini. Great for media consumption and if you need the extra power, the A17 pro is not shy to provide the needed performance. Everything you need in a compact and portable device. Traded the 12.9 inch to the mini and I absolutely love the size.

I have nothing bad to say about this product. It is by far of my favorite device that I’ve ever bought. It has Apple Intelligence is lightweight, and it is so perfectly in the hand. The color is so adorable Ronaldo. I have four iPad in total. I use this one the most. Battery life is immaculate. I’m using on FaceTime at least 19 hours a day and the charge holds up pretty well and I also charge is extremely fast. The color in the screen is so perfect. The touch ID is so convenient. There’s nothing bad that I can say about this device. It’s perfect in all ways.

I bought the iPad mini (a17 chip) as I was in need for a new device to take notes for university classes. Before making this purchase I debated whether or not I should go for the bigger models however the portability is of this one is simply unbeatable. Performance wise, I’ve had no issues so far, I am constantly using 2 apps side by side (usually YouTube & Good Notes) and have had a great experience! The only disadvantage was the battery, I feel it drains way to quickly and usually half the charge lasts me for a 2-3 hour lecture. Adding to this, back camera quality is a bit on the lower side, could be better, however you don’t buy this device to take pictures. Finally, the last complaint was the price, it is an Apple branded device, however I feel you could wait for deals to get at least 100$ off! Other than that, great device, no regrets and would buy again especially with the smooth delivery experience provided.

Perfect size for certain games, drawing, watching TV shows, movies, or YouTube. You can pair an Xbox controller to it and play some games using a controller. You could also link it to your Xbox or Steam account and stream console or computer games onto it. Battery life is ok. Drains pretty fast when on full brightness of course. My only issue is that i should have gotten the 250gb device. I was out of storage as soon as i linked it to my phone. I would highly suggest buying a screen protector and a case with your device. Or soon after. I somehow put a little scratch in my screen. And i keep mine in a garage that gets pretty cold and it will refuse to charge until the device has returned to a normal temperature. I think a case would fix that. To help keep it insulated. Other than that I'm happy with my purchase. Fits right in my pocket. But i have big pockets.

iPad Mini Review. Faster Chip. Good screen. Light weight. Not bulky or heavy like full IPad. Advantage for light carry. Negative. Screen freezes and stops. Multiple reyes. Nothing. Had to reboot repeatedly. Tried different browsers, made no difference.