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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 172 reviews

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Customers frequently mention the product's excellent portability, often highlighting its balance of power and ease of carrying. Its overall performance is also highly praised, with users reporting no issues and a fast, smooth experience thanks to its processor speed. Many appreciate its perfect size, long-lasting battery life, and excellent screen quality.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Customer Experience

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

    I had ordered the item for pick up. When I got there the order seemed to not have gone through. The best buy team could not have been more accommodating, they cancelled the online order, walked me to the department and they stayed just past closing to make sure I was taken care of and walked out with the iPad. The buying experience was superb - the iPad works as expected and is a great product.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great little iPad

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

    Much smaller than the standard iPad but fits great in a bag and is super lightweight! Processing speed is fast

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It is good, but it needs an update…

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

    I gave my nephew my 13 inch iPad Pro M2 for college and purchase this to fit in the slings and stuff I am carrying more often these days, and to hold me over to when I can afford one of the new M5 iPads. The problem with my 13 inch iPad was it was very fatiguing to hold, didn’t fit in said sling bags, and connecting it to a controller clip switch style was not a real option (I game stream a lot). This size works for all of that, but the screen and battery life are just too much of a hit for me to truly love this product. It’s a good screen but not a GREAT screen (and the new iPads are even crazier than my M2) and the battery life really is a downer. Still, it fits the role well and will likely stay in my possession even after I get a pro though I must say the 11inch seems like the size I maybe should have gone for. I hope they upgrade the next iteration to improve on these points! But holding it for browsing, watching content, and gaming it’s great. Feels really good to pull this out at a coffee shop without carrying a full blown book bag.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Responsive, fast and easy to read

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

    This iPad mini replaced an older model 4th generation that I used for years. By comparison, this new model is much faster and responsive. I like the larger screen size and smaller borders. I thought I would miss the button at the bottom, but I don't. I am very happy with this new iPad mini.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ipad mini

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

    Basic travel friendly ipad for basic needs!!! It’s perfect for my needs and size as well as weight was a deciding factor for me. I have an ipad pro and a mac book but I find myself using this ipad mini more and taking it with me everywhere with ease. Its not heavy and a perfect travel companion.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    I am loving my iPad mini. It was delivered the next day. Perfect size to carry and do tasks like taking notes, drawing, and watching videos. It works great with pencil pro.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    New Mini is way more Mighty

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

    Awesome improvement in performance over the previous generation has meant that I've kept this one when I returned the last. Same can be said for having the cellular option which matches the performance of the latest 11" Pro I have. Highly recommend for those who want the full iPad OS experience in a form factor that's easily palmed.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Product for your money.

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

    Excellent tablet for my daughter. Super fast and light

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ipad Mini

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

    Outstanding performance and ideal size. It’s a perfect middle option between your phone and laptop, making it a great travel table.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great IPad!

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

    Perfect for on the go. Great quality, we buy only Apple products!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    IPad Mini is the perfect size for productivity

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

    Usually I lean toward samsung and android, but I needed to get apple for foreflight. I am not disappointed. The features make life even more productive

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just right

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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.

    Most tablets are too big to carry everywhere. Phones are sometimes too small. This is the perfect size. It works with Apple Pencil or any stylus. This is my first Apple device with the USB-C port, and that’s really nice. It is a little pricey though, even Open Box.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love my Ipad Mini

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

    Love the Ipad mini, just the right to travel with me. All the features work great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pleasantly supeised!

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Coming from a much older ipad mini this new ipad mini with the A7 chips is incredibky fast and handles all of my multi tasking needs! 10/10 would reccomend for anyone who is looking for a smaller more portable tablet without sacrificing speed and power!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love the mini iPad

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

    I love the size. It is book size and easy to take in my purse anywhere. My only dislike is that some pages look different than on my iPhone/Mac book. My just be user error.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review of Ipad Mini 7

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

    This new Ipad Mini 7 replaces my old Mini 5. It works great! I have been very happy with this product for years, starting with Ipad Mini 2. I take it traveling with me, whether it is at home, around the US or internationally. I am very happy with this product!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ipad mini

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

    This ipad mini is one of the best thing ive ever purchased… it is very versatile and very portable because of its lightweight and small size… but its not too small movies and tv shoes look great on it

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Mini

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

    Loving the Ipad Mini, little bit of adjustment going with the Mini but I'm really happy with it. Much lighter than my old Ipad and new features that make it easier to navigate through the apps. Living with chronic pain and arthritis the Ipad Mini is easier to hold and use for me.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tool in my flight bag.

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

    Great iPad! As a pilot, this is a very important tool in my arsenal. the size and weight alone are great. It can run foreflight or Garmin pilot easily and with no hick ups. and since apple has now increased the base storage size to 128 GB, I no longer have to worry about filling up the storage so quickly! I can comfortably download manuals, PDF's, and videos used in training without worrying about storage. That begin said, the only complaint I do have (more like feedback), is that I wish it had a brighter screen. sometimes in direct sunlight it's a bit hard to read. other than that, its an amazing iPad!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Same as 6th Gen but with apple intelligence

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

    Moving from a mini 5 is a big different ibdecided to get it a ELT connection through tmobile it comes carrier unlocked , new A18 chip is very fast no lag at all smoth swipping playing games, watching Tv. The iPad Mini 7th Generation is almost identical to the 6th gen, but with one key addition: Apple Intelligence. If you’re into note-taking, reading, and writing with the Apple Pencil Pro, this is a near-perfect handheld device. It fits comfortably in your hand, making it great for casual use and light web browsing.

    I would recommend this to a friend