As a longtime Android enthusiast going all the way back to the Nexus One days, it’s not easy to admit—but Apple simply does tablets better. Despite a massive desktop setup packed with PC power, the one tablet I consistently reach for is an iPad, not a Galaxy Tab. That should tell you something. And right now, Apple’s newest base model iPad is seeing a rare and welcome discount—nearly $75 off.
This is the 2025 11th-generation iPad, Apple’s latest entry-level model that finally aligns more closely with its higher-end siblings. It now charges via USB-C, joining the iPad Air and iPad Pro in the modern connector world. You also get 128GB of storage by default, which is a meaningful upgrade for anyone who wants to keep games, streaming content, and apps on-hand without constantly managing space. Under the hood, Apple has equipped it with a solid processor update, making it more responsive and future-proof for the long haul.
Right now, Amazon has the yellow and pink color variants on sale for just $277.78, a generous drop from the usual $349.99 price tag. Prefer a more neutral tone? Blue and silver versions are also marked down to $299, which is still a good deal—and only around $20 more. Whether that’s worth it depends on how you feel about color, but you could easily put that extra cash toward a nice case that covers it up anyway.
If Amazon’s inventory dries up—which it might—Best Buy and Walmart are also matching the $299 sale price. No matter where you buy, it’s a great opportunity to grab a fast, dependable tablet with years of software support at one of its lowest prices yet.
