Customer Ratings & Reviews

Got one today and got to say i have had ipads look brand new over 4 years and dont look like what i got. Better go with a Apple Refurbished unit. Not even sure they replaced with a new battery.

As an avid user of technology and devices, the iPad Mini 6th generation (Wifi, 64 GB) is a device to fulfill a niche from a variety of needs. As a student, this device has served as a great e-reader. Its size serves itself as convenient as it can fit in many tiny bags for ease of access. While I will try not to put any biases for or against this device, I will try to be as fair while being subject is addressing the many great features of this device while also addressing its drawbacks. I will make my ratings out of a scale of 5 Display (3.5/5): The iPad mini, with its 8.3-inch liquid retina display, is fantastic for its size. If you are looking for a tablet sized device that is not too heavy but not too small, this device will be a choice for you. My only criticism for the device is the liquid retina display. In comparison to other iPad models, as well as other devices, in pales in comparison to many devices offering OLED or AMOLED screens. The blacks of this screen are not rich, and they pop out more as a gray rather than being a true black. In all other aspects besides screen type, the iPad is competent with its 500 nits brightness, 2266x1488 resolution at 328 ppi, and its antireflective coating. One thing I will mention are that in my personal opinion, the bezels of this device are huge and I would wish that they would be shrunk in the next generation of iPad Processor/Chipset/speed (4/5): The device utilizes the A15 chip from the iPhone series. The chip is amazing at its upkeep and while I do not notice lag, processing speed is slow in comparison to other devices that I have used. I understand that the iPad mini is not supposed to be Apple's top tier line, but considering it is a line of its own and for the price point, I would hope that the iPad mini would have improved speeds. For many apps, the apps work great. For some apps, I notice that certain apps would crash for heavy processing in comparison to my iPhone processing. Storage (2/5): The iPad mini lacks strength with its offline storage. There is little freedom to pick and choose for the iPad models as, in my opinion, Apple offers two options for storage and there is no in between. The iPad mini with lower storage only offers 64 GB in storage versus other identical models offering 256 GB but at a higher price point. While iCloud storage is a solution to this, it is unfortunate that the price gap is big. Camera: (3.5/5) The iPad mini utilizes a 12 MP wide camera with a f/1.8 aperture. The camera is decent for basic tasks and in my general opinion, it is to the same level as other competitors in its price point from my opinions of the naked eye. I ranked the score a 3.5/5 because of the front camera which is excellent for use with FaceTime, especially since center stage (the automation of the front camera to pan to your face if you are within general range) is offered. Software (4/5) The iPad mini has excellent software. iPadOS on a tablet this size is excellent for multitasking. While other devices may offer much better multitasking software, due to this device's size and chip constraints, I believe that iPad OS has maximized its potential to its best ability. This device is excellent for note takers who would like presentation slides on one side and would like to take notes on another. Speakers: (4) Speakers sound as good as other speakers, I do not think they are the best speakers in the world, but the loudness and quality do not interfere with one another. As someone who personally enjoys playing music loud, quality does not shrink if you raise the volume to max. I think the speakers are a very balanced piece of hardware on this device. Security (4/5): Touch ID serves the main lock and unlock of security on this device. My only critique is that I was not used to using my fingers on the lock button to unlock the device. This was more of a personal issue on my end and have so far gotten used to it. But it does its purpose, I'm just picky for the convenience factors! Battery (5/5): Battery on this device is amazing! I applaud apple for making such efficient chipset. I know I critiqued the chip for speed earlier, but the iPad mini is not a device prone to heating and it does its job to effectively manage tasks as to be smart about power and battery consumption. I am able to use this device throughout the day with no issues.

I was a little hesitant to buy refurbished, but this Geek Squad Certified iPad mini looks and works like brand new. The Starlight color is beautiful, and performance is smooth for browsing, streaming, and apps. Battery life is excellent, and 64GB is plenty for everyday use. Great deal compared to buying new.

I bought it in great condition and its size is perfect. I use it for work to keep track of all my notes and it’s been very useful to take around. It’s not too big so it fits great in my backpack and bags without occupying excessive space. I also bought an Apple Pencil and keyboard attachment for this IPad and it has basically become a little portable computer, capable of doing all my work needs.

**Design and Portability (5/5):** The iPad Mini 6 impresses with its compact design and lightweight build. It's perfect for on-the-go use, and the sleek design adds a touch of elegance. **Display (5/5):** The 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display is stunning, offering vibrant colors and crisp details. True Tone reduces eye strain, enhancing the viewing experience. **Performance (5/5):** Powered by the A15 Bionic chip, this tablet handles everything smoothly, from apps to games and professional tasks. It's a powerful device despite its size. **Battery Life (5/5):** The iPad Mini 6 boasts impressive battery life, easily lasting a full day of use, no matter what you're doing. **Cameras and Security (4/5):** The cameras deliver good-quality photos and videos, though not on par with the latest iPhones. Correction: The iPad Mini 6 features Fingerprint ID for quick and secure access. **Software (5/5):** Running on iPadOS, it offers full Apple software compatibility and regular updates. **Conclusion:** The iPad Mini 6 balances power and portability flawlessly. Whether you're a student, professional, or seeking a versatile and compact device, it's an excellent choice that comes close to replacing a laptop. Highly recommended!

It says Space Gray on the site when I ordered this but they gave me Starlight White. It's 64GB alright but I was hoping to get the right color. Other than that, iPad mini 6th Gen is still a great buy for a simple and small-sized iPad to bring around for note-taking, book reading and content consuming. Still can't go wrong with this in 2023.

This is probably the best flawless design by apple for iPad mini. The display is very distinct and in depth throughout. Works best for notes with Apple Pencil. And so easy to make notes quickly with voice commands. Connectivity is great with bluetooth , not just with air pods and can be switched easily with siri. Battery life lasts with my every day use almost 3 days. I have i pad too but this one packs everything i pad can, and just enough compact , it doesn’t give a small screen vibe like previous models. I guess its the new display and other ways to navigate( voice, pencil)

The iPad mini is the perfect size. The other iPads are to large and with protective case can be heavy. The iPad mini is easy to carry around and even with a protective case not heavy at all. I love this iPad mini!

iPad Mini? Fantastic! How did Best Buy handle and package it? That was not great this time. This was a gift. It arrived in hastily wrapped bubble paper that was coming off. The evil part was they stuck a refurb sticker directly on the back of the iPad, and I had to use quite a bit of Goo Gone and Windex to get the sticker off! I was always desperate not to damage the back and ruin or diminish my daughter's delight in the gift. What were they thinking?!?! This was no Post-it note. It was hard glued to the back. All is well that ends well, and it's working wonderfully for her. She's pleased with it.

Great little device! But probably worth buying the 7th gen new when it goes on sale in hindsight. It worked out well for me though since I already had an Apple Pencil 2. Just a lot more easily portable than my iPad Pro and a great kindle replacement if you’re looking to access other book apps like Bookshop.com, Kobo, or Libby. Major annoyance: Best Buy’s large barcode sticker was slapped directly on the back of the device. It took over 20 min to scrape it off with goo-gone and my fingernails.

This iPad is perfect the perfect size to take on the go and use for class and work without taking too much space in my bag and it’s adorable

Best thing I purchased and what a nice size to take with you any where you go . It is just like new. I love it. So if you need an I pad order one for your self. I love the pink color.

I bought this iPad mini as an e-reader, a pdf editor, and general use tablet. It has performed flawlessly. From editing my dungeons & dragons character sheets, to doodling, to reading e-books, it does it all with no issue.

Perfect little note taker, digital planner, creative outlet, ebook reader, etc. I accidentally bought WiFi instead of cellular but it’s still doing everything I need it to do.

i like the size of it and its fast,the battery time is really good.

I use this as mainly a secondary display for my MacBook Pro while traveling. I do also use it for Netflix and YouTube. Great for those reasons.

Perfect size! super easy to travel w so much better Than the large bulky iPad!

I love the ipad mini, its packed with great software in a small machine, fits in my bag, great to grab and go. One thing i always disliked about ipads was how big they were but this is the perfect size. Also got some paperlike screen protectors and an apple pen dupe off amazon and they have been great accessories for this :)

Purchased this to replace my non-techie husband's Mini 2. He absolutely loves it! The Geek Squad did a great job refurbishing whatever needed to be refurbished. The ipad looks great and works just as it should.

I love the size and portability of this iPad! It fits in my hand nicely.