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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 2011 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the iPad mini's portability, overall performance, and ideal size. Many appreciate the processor speed, battery life, and screen quality. While some users have noted concerns regarding the refresh rate, price, and connectivity, the device is generally well-received for its positive attributes.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Upgraded from iPad Mini 2

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

    Lightning fast, brilliant screen. Speakers are adequately loud for conference calls and FaceTime. Got a keyboard case for versatile productivity. Small form factor travels well. The blue is subtle, almost silver. It has a useful spot in the lineup between my iPhone and MacBook Pro 16.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Truly a best buy!

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

    Excellent, as expected. I have yet to be disappointed by Apple's products. My old iPad4 was getting laggy after 7 years (!), so it was time for a new one. I was lucky; it was on sale! It's so fast and so sleek. Once again, a very good buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad mini

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

    Love this iPad for gaming, switched from using my iPhone to iPad and with the help of the Best Buy team got exactly what I was looking for and needing to upgrade my gaming experience.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lovely

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

    I love the fact that it is light weight and the screen even though it is small you can still see and use perfectly

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad mini 7 10/10!!!

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

    I love the iPad mini! I traded in my old iPad 7 and I have no regrets. Yes it’s small but that’s what makes it so portable and accessible. I actually got it to be a better kindle. All while still doing my iPad apps. It’s the best of both worlds. It literally comes everywhere with me. I put this purchase off for months but finally ripped the bandaid off. If you’ve been thinking about it, GET IT!!! It was on sale also for $399, best time to buy it!

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

    Better then most models

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

    Equipped with the latest A17 chip it’s definitely fast but the mini prices are going up fast so I don’t buy them at regular price only when they are on sale. I mostly buy the mini for my kids so they can watch and play over the weekend if we don’t have anything planned. It’s pretty durable but we put them in kids proof case anyway. The battery is super good then they go down the hill in three years or so, maybe because of all the updates and bloat ware so they force you to buy another one. They don’t make iPad mini the same quality in my experience, the ones we have now a day definitely dies faster but when you recycle with apple you don’t get any credits or anything! iPad mini though seems to last longer for us then the other models for some reason, hence why we buy the mini. Battery last all day when it’s new so you can play and watch all day but before the year is done it’s not gonna last all day, but remember now my kids only get them on the weeks ends.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad mini

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

    Perfect size tablet happy with this great purchase

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mini that’s Max on power

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

    This mini maybe small but it does all the things a larger lap top does with all the perks of it being an Apple. It is so handy because of its size. The salesman was friendly and knowledgeable. And I highly recommend Best Buy.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great mini

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

    It’s been great so far. Easy to use one handed. I mostly use it for reading. Great to play games, sad that I had to buy the new Apple Pencil pro for it but wanted that extra use. Traded in my iPad Air 4

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must-have item!

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

    The best choice for anyone who wants a truly portable iPad with more power than most small tablets.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    APPLE

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

    APPLE i'm very pleased about this product super fast and the size is perfect.

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

    Love my iPad 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 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.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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

    Best size. Perfect for me as a pilot trainee needing an ipad for instrument flying! Pilot approved tablet! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMAZING ipad!

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This ipad is intelligent & it feels amazing to use a pro in a mini. It's so cute and easy to take everywhere! I use it everyday! I complete my to-do lists, manage my business & watch my favorite show! I'm so in LOVE with this ipad! Absolutely worth every penny.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    iPad mini a17 pro

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

    Very fast performance. It really good for reading and easy to carry around.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sexy little fast strong baby

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

    This iPad mini 7.is small lightweight and sexy,it’s crazy fast and the battery last all day,it’s the best tablet in my opinion all you need is this little baby.,I got the blue and it looks more silver than blue..it’s like a blue silverish color..it’s very nice..but the color is not blue blue…very light light blue,it’s a wonderful tablet..

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    THE IPADMINI I LOVE IT

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

    I’m really happy with this iPad mini after losing my iPad mini during hurricane Helene the only comfort I wanted was the iPad mini because I was able to read my ebook on the iPad mini and I realized that not just me myself that enjoyed the iPad mini my son really likes it because he can hold the iPad mini with out losing grip and he does ABC MOUSE ON IT AND Really likes it I’m grateful I got the iPad mini again after losing mine in the hurricane it has brought me much joy to read and keep up with my book wishlist

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My favorite iPad

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

    I have had 11 and 13 inch iPads. This mini is my favorite size. Easy to hold and I take it everywhere.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best purchase

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

    Perfect for my everyday use. Love that it comes with a flashlight!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad mini on sale

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

    I love my new iPad mini and I got it for $350 during a huge holiday sale they were having!

    I would recommend this to a friend