Apple iPad (11th Generation, 2025)

The 11th-gen iPad is the tablet Apple sells the most, and for good reason. The A16 chip handles everything from streaming to light photo editing without breaking a sweat. The 11-inch Liquid Retina display is bright and color-accurate, and 128GB base storage (doubled from the previous gen) means you won't run out of space. It supports Apple Pencil, works with the Magic Keyboard Folio, and runs the full iPadOS with Stage Manager multitasking. At $329, it's the most iPad you can get for the least money. CNET's top pick for most people.