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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 438 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

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Customers admire the iPad mini for its portability, ideal size, and overall performance, with users noting its smooth handling of demanding applications and fast processor speed. Many appreciate the battery life, lighter weight, ample storage, and new features. The primary concern expressed by some users is the screen quality.

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    Overall performance, Portability, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Perfect Everyday Companion: The iPad Mini 7

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

    I recently purchased the iPad Mini 7, and it has been an absolute game-changer. This device has become my go-to companion that I carry everywhere. It’s lightweight, super portable, and the perfect size to slip into any bag or just hold in hand. The display is crisp and vibrant, making it awesome for watching videos, reading, or getting some quick work done on the go. All in all, this iPad Mini 7 is just the best thing ever—I wouldn’t want to be without it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Size
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    Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Perfect Balance of Power and Portability

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

    I absolutely love the iPad Mini A17 Pro—it’s everything I hoped for and more! While some may hesitate to upgrade due to the lack of groundbreaking changes, this device truly shines as an introduction to the iPad lineup. One standout feature is the new Apple Intelligence integration, which hasn’t received nearly enough attention. Gaining access to these innovative tools, along with the Apple Pencil Pro support, improved storage options, and the elimination of “jelly scrolling,” sets this iPad apart from its predecessor. While these may not feel like massive upgrades to some, they create an amazing opportunity for anyone new to the iPad ecosystem. Of course, everyone’s daily use will influence their decision, but for me, the iPad Mini A17 Pro has been the perfect investment. It’s portable yet offers a larger screen, making it ideal for illustrations and casual entertainment. Whether you’re looking for your first iPad or upgrading to meet specific needs, I can’t recommend it enough!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Size
    Cons mentioned:
    Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than I expected

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

    I have an iPad Pro, so I wasn't sure if I would like the mini. I only bought this because of its size. I am surprised at how much I use this. Because of the small size, I find myself taking this with me just about everywhere. I can drop it in my bag or just carry it with me. It runs my production tools very well, and has fast performance. I keep my documentation in Evernote, so everything is at my finger tips. All my apps run just as well on this as on my ipad pro with a few obvious exceptions. Video editing is limited. This can do it for small videos, but with the A17 chip, the Mini can't be expected to be a powerhouse. Basic video editing works fine. The screen is good, but don't expect it to look like an OLED. It's the convenience and small form factor that makes the iPad Mini shine. Unless I expect to do something that requires processing power, this is the device I carry.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best iPad I have ever used

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

    I’ve changed form factors on iPads a few times now. This is my second iPad mini (I had the 2nd generation). I like the size but I never liked the storage. This 256 gb iPad is just what I needed. The physical and storage sizes fit with my life really well. My iPad fits in the smallest of my EDC slings and is really the most portable of all the iPads. The lighter weight is a plus, too. The ability that Apple builds into its devices to automatically start the hotspot on my phone is great, but for me it wasn’t enough and I did exchange this for the WiFi+Cellular unlocked version. I like not having to take my phone with me but still be as connected as I want to be, and what is the point of such a portable device without having to find free WiFi everywhere you go?

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Portability, Processor speed
    Cons mentioned:
    Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Size

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

    Ideal for everyday casual use. Clearly read news articles, instagram, etc. Battery lasts all day and quickly recharges. Processor fast for all tasks thrown at it. You just have to know what your needs are and not expect large display. Easy game player. Very light to hold and carry.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good!

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

    I recently purchased the new iPad Mini 7 from Best Buy, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. The product itself is amazing—lightweight, powerful, and the display quality is stunning. It’s perfect for reading, browsing, and taking on trips. Best Buy’s service was excellent as well. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and helped me set up everything quickly. The checkout process was smooth, and the pickup was fast and well organized. Overall, both the iPad Mini 7 and Best Buy’s service exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great take anywhere iPad tablet

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

    Very happy with the iPad mini 7. I had previously had the iPad mini 6 with 64gb of storage (which wasn't enough) so in purchasing this one I definitely wanted more storage so I opted for the 256gb. It is a great content streaming device, which I primarily use it for and the size makes it so easy to take along with me on vacation. The A17pro chip is quite a step up from the previous chipset and is powerful enough to play some heavy duty games, if so desired. I am pleased with this purchase and I got a very generous trade-in from Best Buy on my iPad mini 6 which made it a no brainer. No regrets.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A fantastic replacement for my Kindle & old tablet

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

    Love it! I was torn between the mini and the iPad Air, but because of the mini's size I opted for the 256GB. I am very happy with it. It's perfect to fit into a slip briefcase or purse or small carry-bag. I don't game on it, so that was not a priority in my decision-making. It has replaced my old Kindle and my old Android 10 inch tablet perfectly! The battery life is exactly what they say it is, and it syncs with my Macbook brilliantly.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great IPad!!!

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

    I’ve got my second iPad mini, and it’s a great upgrade from my old mini 6. This 7th-gen model is a bit faster and comes with some cool Apple features, so it’ll last me a few more years. If you’re looking for a tablet that’s perfect for watching movies and browsing the web, this is the one for you. It’s got a bigger screen than your phone and is super lightweight, so it’s easy to carry around.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad Mini 7 for the Win!!!!

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

    So I’ve been using my new iPad mini 7 for a little over a month now and I absolutely love it. I used to have a 512GB 4th Gen iPad Pro that used and for about 5 years but grew tired of it as it was just too big to be carrying around. Don’t get me wrong I loved the size if the iPad Pro’s screen but thr added weight was a bit much. The size of this iPad mini 7 is perfect. Easy to carry around and toss into my slingbag with no issues. And battery life has been fine. Plus its able to get Apple Intelligence.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Use for manga, movies and magic

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

    Great size, fast, very convenient for reading manga, watching movies. When I build legos with my GF, she uses the physical book while I use the Lego app on the iPad and it’s a similar size so it works out great. Also as a monitor for flying the drone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Size
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    Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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

    This is the perfect size and functionality. Its weirdly lighter than what it looks like. You wont be missing much using this iPad other than size and the ProMotion display.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Small, powerful, and very useful.

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

    A little smaller than my old iPad mini, it is much smarter and faster. The size makes it more portable which is good.for me. It is taking some adjusting bcz the new features such as multiple screens takes some learning. But I love the auto correction which is better than past Apple products.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fun size option.

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

    Great to surf the web and more. Perfect size to carry it everywhere. Peak performance for heavy apps. It’s a fun devise, not meant for work.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for use when flying

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

    I have an iPad air and MacBooks but wanted something to use on long flights that would be more compact but still have a nice display. This is it. I watched some downloaded content as well as videos available on the aircraft’s WiFi. Listened to audio through Bluetooth headphones. Perfect. My iPad air has cellular but i opted for this WiFi version because i can use my phone as a hotspot. Best Buy’s delivery was fast and convenient. Im happy!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ipad Mini 7 is a hit with me!

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

    I recently got the iPad mini 7, and I’m loving it! The A17 Pro chip makes everything super fast, whether I’m streaming, editing photos, or just browsing. The 256GB storage gives me all the space I need, and the Starlight color looks so sleek. It’s compact but powerful—perfect for my on-the-go lifestyle!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect little iPad!

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

    iPad mini is the perfect size for travel. I liked my regular iPad but this checked all the boxes and with excellent battery life. On top of that, Best Buy was offering $100 off and better trade in value for my old model than the Apple.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Service and iPad

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

    My partner and I were planning ahead to buy this and did research. When going in-person, the Apple and Best Buy associate did a fantastic job with determining the best specifications. For the iPad Mini, it is a great tablet with a great size for those with smaller hands but is just as efficient as the other M3 processors out there. Very easy form factor and good for travel.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome tablet

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    I have an iPad Pro also, but I find myself using my mini more because of its portability. The battery life is nice and I can read my Kindle ebooks in color.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Powerhouse!

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

    Excellent! Replaced an IPad mini 4, and I had been waiting for this release for a while. Love the 8.3” size, and how much faster it is. Also, the base is 128gb but I got the 256gb. I highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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