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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1779 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

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Customers regard the Mac mini for its performance, compact size, and ease of use. Many appreciate its price, adequate RAM, and sufficient storage. However, some customers have experienced issues with the operating system and find the upgradability limited. Additionally, a few customers have noted the absence of a CD drive and concerns about the graphics capabilities.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great way to get into a Mac

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

    Great price. Good way to get a Mac OS without spending a ton. This is my first Mac. Easy to set up and sync with a Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse and an LG TV/monitor. The Mac mini comes fully loaded. Glad I went with the Mac mini that had a faster processor and more storage capacity. Worth the extra money. The Best Buy sales associates were very helpful, answering all my questions prior to my purchase.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great way to start with Apple

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

    If you want to switch from a PC to an Apple, this is an affordable, easy way to do it- it allows you to use your existing peripheral devices instead of cluttering up your house or the landfill with more obsolete tech stuff. It may be a tiny desktop unit, but it performs well and has features found on computers above entry level models.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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

    My 2009 iMac 21inch was slow because of small ram (don't support large ram) and old CPU so I buy a new Mac Mini to replace it. The new Mac Mini is supper! Runs very fast and smooth.

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

    What Can Be Better?

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

    This is Apple at its best! It is fast, quiet and remembers where you left off if you lose power. Paired with the Thunderbolt display and the drive unit and you have one of the most powerful desktops available. There is a learning curve for the defectors from Microsoft but not to worry, the Apple support community is huge and eventually you will see how intuitive the software is.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent computer

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

    I was concerned that the mini might be underpowered or inferior to a desktop but it is far better than the windows desktop it replaced.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Mac at a discount!

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

    My primary purpose for this purchase was to replace a Mac book that I've used as a desktop for the last 3 years. I did not need another portable Mac and I did not want to spend the money on a iMac. The mac mini was my economical choice. It has delivered all that i've needed.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    my first apple

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

    great speed , easy to use for a first timer compact, fits nice on desk, great support

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    From Windows to MAC

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

    I am still getting used to MAC as I have always been a Windows user. I love the compact size and have not have any issues with it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent desktop alternative

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

    If you love your current setup but your tower has failed, this Mac Mini is a great solution. Purchase the Mini to VGA adapter and you're good to go. Excellent performance.

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

    I love this Mac!

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

    This Mac Mini is great! It's powerful, sleek and using Mac software on it is seamless. I wish you could upgrade the memory and such over time, but it should last for a while.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love Mac

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

    Great machine for the price. Connects with most all led screens. Through Hemingway. Buy this and and a Reg led screen your good to go Works with most windows items as well

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    My first mac & I love it!

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

    I finally bought a mac mini on the recommendations of my art professors and it is great! Perfect for graphics work and photography! Best investment I've made.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Deal for a Mac Computer

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

    i5 with 8gb ram is plenty of power for someone looking for a computer with iOS. I’ve been able to run statistical programs, Xcode, and GarageBand without excessive lag/delay. This is a great purchase for a price-minded buyer who wants a Mac. Not a great option for anyone who wants intensive gaming or editing software, but proficient as an office computer.

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

    It is fast and meets all my needs

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

    The iMac mini is a great computer. It has a 1 terabyte hard drive and comes with great software for photos, word processing, spreadsheets, and my other applications.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Computer for my son

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

    I bought this for my son because of his PC was slow and virus ridden. Out of the box, this Mini just worked and worked great. I am thinking of getting one for myself

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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

    Great purchase. Super fast and easy! Love apple! Super happy.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    Great product that is very versatile. Small enough that you can take with you and hook up to a TV but is very fast and still the performance you expect from a Mac.

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

    Best computer purchase I ever made.

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

    While the Mac mini is priced higher that a comparable Microsoft unit, I decided that Microsoft's operating system and vulnerabilities were not worth the 'savings' of purchasing a less expensive unit. True to the information provided by my research, the Mac was compatible with most of my Microsoft software. The operating system is very intuitive and user friendly. I should have invested in a Mac when I got my first computer over 25 years ago. Farewell Microsoft, I will not miss you.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pretty Good

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

    I purchased this in place of a mid 2009 MacBook Pro with similar specs. I don't need the mobility anymore and wanted to declutter my desk. Works pretty well. It has plenty of ports. Runs smoothly (except right after I starts up but that's expected)

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mac Mini computer all you need for home

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

    This is our second Mac Mini computer. The first one just got old. We don't need the full computer so, the Mini is perfect for our home office.

    I would recommend this to a friend