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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 1872 reviews

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Customers value the 21.5" iMac's stunning display quality, ease of use, and compact design. Many appreciate the crisp, colorful picture and the user-friendly interface. Some wish for more RAM and a faster hard drive, and the lack of a CD drive is also a recurring concern. Overall, the positive feedback on the display and ease of use outweighs the negative comments regarding storage and upgradeability.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's my first Apple computer.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was surprisingly simple to put together, get connected and start working. I especially love that it can act just like your phone for texting and talking. So far I'm a convert

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful as expected!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just made the transition to a Mac from a PC laptop. Love it! Very user friendly, and it's nice that it syncs so well with our other Apple products. Smooth and easy to operate!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beautiful graphics and quick

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super happy with the speed! This computer has no problem quickly running Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator at the same time during large projects. Zero lag, great purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy with purchase

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the first Apple computer I have purchased. It was easy to setup, help files were very useful and easy to understand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Always wanted an iMac! Great computer!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have always had PC computers. After getting viruses after viruses, computer crashing, hard drives failing and having to buy a new computer after computer I bought my first iMac! It is a little different than a PC, but it did not take me long to figure it out. I really like the look of the computer and all the extra space I now have at my desk! I would recommend switching to the iMac. I had an iPad and that helped the switch much easier. The monitor is so bright and colorful. I am a photographer and have thousands of pictures with really makes viewing the pictures very nice!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful fast computer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to use this being my first Mac, I have my son if I had questions but only needed to ask one question...very easy o use if you have any sense And are savvy on computers

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Display quality, Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this computer! Fast, easy to use, Retina 4k display is really a great option!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Display quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great picture quality!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this because of price. The hdd it comes with is not fast. Plan on running OS X from an external ssd, or upgrade. But for the price it's not the worst. Love the picture quality. If you get it, you won't regret it. If it came it a ssd from the factory at this price it would be ideal, and get all 5 stars.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The resolution is great. Fast processor and very user friendly. I love apple products

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Family Computer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought computer for school work and work. Love the size and space on this computer. Enough capacity for iTunes and everything else we want to use this computer for.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iMac with Retina is Great but I returned it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the 21.5 in iMac to replace an older 27" iMac. It worked great but after testing it for over a week primarily editing photos I decided I wanted the 27" version. Best Buy's return police is great. I purchased the Retina 5K and it is even better. Thanks Best Buy for the 14 day return policy. My advice for photo editing; consider spending the difference and getting the 27" 5K retina model.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Display quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great performance, excellent display.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Went with the 21.5 Retina display and what I got was a great size display with beautifully rich colors tones. The speakers are incredible as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Purchase Ever

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is literally the best computer I have ever had! I have owned HP, Sony, Samsung, Dell, Macbook Pro, and now iMac. The only reason I would choose my macbook pro over this is because it is easier to carry around. That being said this computers image is great, the ease of use is amazing, and the speed and ability to run multiple programs is excellent! I am in love with it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Display quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iMac doesn't disappoint

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was forced to purchase a new computer to run Turbo Tax 2016. My MacBook Pro is 6 years old and the operating system was incompatible. I use my iPad 99% of the time and only use an actual computer for Photoshop and household bookkeeping. I decided to go with a desktop this time not only because the screen is much larger making it easier to view two windows at a time, but because I could get more memory and RAM for my dollar. Transferring the contents of my laptop was simple once I found an ethernet cable in a desk drawer. I tried to do it through WiFi, but was going to take 22 hours! With the cable, it was complete in less than one. The computer works perfectly. No crashes and issues: the same as all my Apple computers. My first was in 1980. I switched to a Windows based computer when Windows 3.1 first came out. A few computers later, I was done. Windows based computers consistently slowed down after a few months. Crashes were to be expected. I went back to Apple in 2007 and never looked back. Love the wireless mouse and keyboard that comes with it; no batteries required. I just plug them in on occasion. They have not run out of power since I the purchase, so I couldn't tell you how long they actually last. It is over two weeks. I would not hesitate to purchase another in perhaps another 6 years!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love Apple, I have iPads and iPhones

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I used MS products while working and got the iMac after I retired. Have been using iPads and iPhones and love them so I think the iMac will also be great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love imac's

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was too good of a deal to pass up. I have wanted to replace 11 year old iMac for 2 years. It really is amazing how easy it is to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MAC is well worth the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had no other intention other than to buy a MAC desktop. I thought that I should have got the larger screen, but I was amazed that the 4K Retina display made the screen pop and the 21.5" screen was perfect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Display quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT COMPUTER

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love my Mac...the only thing is that It's taking me sometime to learn the commands, they are not the same as for windows, besides this its great...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy easy easy to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am a android and basically a windows based user along with my wife.. the only thing is that my 7 yr old has become quite techie himself. We have gone through 3 laptops and 3 pads in about 7 yrs. From all reviews and comments this should be the only computer I will need to buy for about 7 yrs. We have thought about buying a Mac for a few yrs now , but always end up with a Samsung or hp. Cause price differences are very different. Well I could of bought two Mac's for all the computers in have purchase. So I would say as of now completely satisfied.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Display quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Still the best laptop.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this macbook to replace a 6 year old model. The new retina display is so much better, and the increase in performance is very noticeable.

    I would recommend this to a friend