Last Updated – November 2019
iPad Comparison Chart:
Studio Live Today – iPad Buyer’s Guide v2.2
What to look for?
- Use the chart above to find the right iPad for you
- Screen size – do you want a smaller screen like the iPad mini, or the large 12.9″ screen of the iPad Pro?
- Storage – recommended is at least 32gb – 64gb if your budget can stretch
- Speed – processor and RAM (memory) – the faster the better for music production – go for the best you can afford
- Connections – do you want a headphone jack and lighting port? Go for any except the latest iPad Pro Gen 3
Links to buy iPads
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Best all-rounders:
iPad 2018 (6th Gen) – https://amzn.to/33zXQNa
iPad Pro (1st Gen) – https://amzn.to/2NSyEL7
iPad Mini 2019 (5th Gen) – https://amzn.to/2NRY6AE
Best budget/kids/entry level:
iPad Air 2 – https://amzn.to/2NvzcYr
iPad mini 4 – https://amzn.to/2CsuAMq
iPad 2019 (7th Gen) – https://amzn.to/2Nxjiww
Best performance:
iPad Air 2019 (3rd Gen) – https://amzn.to/32r5Grb
iPad Pro (2nd Gen) – https://amzn.to/2PYAsVx
iPad Pro (3rd Gen) – https://amzn.to/2NvySJd
