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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 5041 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers commend the 7.9-Inch iPad mini (5th Generation) for its size, ease of use, and excellent battery life. Positive feedback also highlights the device's lightweight design and generally good performance. While some users wish for more storage options, the screen quality is frequently praised. A few customers noted that the design could be updated.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great small device

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

    I had the ipad pro 11 inch, but i did not use it to its max, so i sold it and got this ipad mini, i use it to watch netflix and youtube, and do some light editing in lightroom

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple!

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this for my daughter to watch videos on family trips mainly but every once in awhile I use it for my self as well. Easy to use since we are a Apple family primary so my daughter caught on quick to use it.

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

    Perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this item for my brother. I brought him an earlier version 6 or 7 years ago. I wanted to surprise him with an updated version which offered more space and graphics to continue with his hobbies in film making.

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

    Love it!

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

    Awesome tablet! It’s awesome to watch videos and movies while on the go on a great display. Now that my kids have to go to school online it’s very easy to download the apps and everything they need on one device to get their school work done.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mini iPad

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very pleased with the mini IPad I purchased. It was easy to understand how to operate it, since it is an Apple product, and one of my phones is too. The salesman was courteous and knowledgeable about the product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun to play girly games on and ease of carry

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

    Well iPad mini is just as good as it always has been. 5th generation is nicer with better speeds and such as each year does speed up things. Ordering the cover on amazon as they have a better variety for little girls

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My mother loves it!

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

    I purchased the iPad mini for my mother who isn't tech-savvy at all. However, she has been able to learn the IPad mini like a pro. She constantly tells me how much she loves her IPad and all of the things she able to do with it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple - iPad mini (Latest Model) with Wi-Fi

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Apple products are excellent and I have been using their ipad for quite sometime. Purchasing a good brand for my grandson's birthday required me to give him the best. So far, he is enjoying it and able to easily navigate.

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

    Great upgrade from the old old old iPad mini 4

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you loved your iPad mini 4, you will love the iPad mini 5. It is basically the same thing with upgraded performances. I had the iPad mini 16GB for 5 years so it was worth my money for 4 times more memory and much faster performance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Replaced IPad Air

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was concerned about the smaller size of the Mini when I replaced my IPad Air but I wantEd the smaller size for travel space. I am not disappointed. I like the compact size and can even do the jigsaw puzzles without an issue.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent form factor

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Traded in a mini 2 toward this upgrade. Really use mine as an ebook reader, tried a kindle paper white and detest the Amazon format of books. Had got used of how to load books from internet to iPad so went for this old standby

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Exceptional tablet

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s super responsive and a lot of fun. Unfortunately the old design continues to limit the the screen size due to the big chin and forehead of the bezels. This is most prevalent when watching videos. Most apps will fill the screen. It’s light, slim and an exceptional machine otherwise. Lots of fun. But if you like watching vids like me go for the bigger iPad. Also I would like to mention that the WiFi works great. I’m able to use Xfinity Hotspots with ease

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the Mini 5!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use it to watch TV.....as a drone display....it’s light and powerful. Love the Retina Display. Bought mine for $384 (price matched Amazon). Put an Otterbox Defender case on it. I expect it to last for years and years like Apple products do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    This is a great product and a huge upgrade for me as I was still using the original iPad mini. Loving the screen and that it still is small enough. No complaints! Hoping to get an Apple Pencil soon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use, not too bulky

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first iPad and it was super easy to operate, just like a larger version of my phone, perfect size for young kids. Wish it used facial recognition instead finger print, as it never seems to work for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Open-box but brand new!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased this as an open-box item. The iPad was flawless, not a single scratch or crack. I was surprised at how deep the open-box discount was given the condition of the iPad. Best Buy always comes in clutch!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great mini iPad to play with

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This mini iPad was purchased on August 7th for my wife to use for her emails and text messages and other apps. She was very excited to receive it and is very happy with the way it operates.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My I pad

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great upgrade from a 7 year old iPad I use just for reading. I prefer the iPad to the kindle. Read about 20+ books per year. Would recommend others to compare this to the kindle.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love my mini

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased a new ipad due to my old model not being able to update with my Beachbody On Demand app. I love the mini version and works great for all my needs, the gold is beautiful and all my apps are working great!

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

    Great ipad

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A great buy as always. I bought this iPad to replace my old previous one that the battery went dead on after many years of great use. I found the new iPad to be just as great as my old one was and I am very pleased with my purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend