Apple iPads on Sale for Mother's Day: New Price Drops

What better way to celebrate Mother's Day than with a brand new iPad? While Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 11—leaving limited time for timely delivery—the best iPad deals are still active, and in some cases, they’ve improved. A late gift is always better than none, especially when it comes to tech that brings both utility and joy. Several of Apple’s latest iPad models, including the 11th-gen iPad (A16), the 7th-gen iPad Air (M3), and the iPad Mini (A17 Pro), are now available at some of the lowest prices of the year.

New 2025 Apple iPad 10.9" (A16) Starting at $267

Big price drop alert! The iPad A16 was recently discounted by $50, bringing the price down to $299. However, select color options—Yellow and Pink—are now even more affordable at just $267.17 and $277.78 respectively. These limited-time offers won’t last long, so act fast if you want to secure the best deal.

Yellow – Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
10.2” Display | $349.00 – Save 23% = $267.17 at Walmart
$349.00 – Save 14% = $299.00 at Amazon

Pink – Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
10.2” Display | $349.00 – Save 20% = $277.78 at Amazon
$349.00 – Save 20% = $277.78 at Walmart

Silver – Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
10.2” Display | $349.00 – Save 14% = $299.00 at Amazon

Blue – Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
10.2” Display | $349.00 – Save 14% = $299.00 at Amazon

For most users, the standard iPad (not the Air, Mini, or Pro) is the ideal choice. It delivers all the benefits of iOS with solid performance at an accessible price point. This model launched on March 12, 2025—over two years after its predecessor—and includes notable upgrades such as the A16 chip (up from A14), increased RAM (6GB vs 4GB), doubled storage (128GB vs 64GB), and a lower starting price ($349 vs $399). Key features retained include the 10.9" Liquid Retina display (2360x1640, 264ppi), USB Type-C connectivity, Wi-Fi 6, and compatibility with the Magic Keyboard Folio and the newer Apple Pencil with USB-C support. This makes it one of the top choices for students and casual creatives alike.

$100 Off the New 2025 Apple iPad Air (M3)

Amazon currently offers the 7th-gen Apple iPad Air M3 tablets at their lowest prices yet. The 11-inch model is available for $499, while the 13-inch version drops to $699—both after applying a $100 instant discount. This is the best pricing we've seen so far for these 2025 M3-powered models. Released in March 2025, this generation marks a modest update over the previous iPad Air, primarily featuring the upgraded M3 chip over the M2.

Apple iPad Air 11" (M3) 128GB
11” Display | $599.00 – Save 17% = $499.00 at Amazon

Apple iPad Air 13" (M3) 128GB
13” Display | $799.00 – Save 13% = $699.00 at Amazon

$100 Off New Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro)

Amazon has also slashed prices on the latest Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro), offering it for just $399.99 shipped following a $100 discount. The new iPad Mini launched in October 2024 and brings several major improvements over the prior generation, including the A17 Pro chip, double the base storage capacity, faster Wi-Fi 6e, a USB Type-C port for quicker charging, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Intelligence features.

Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) 128GB
8.3” Display | $499.00 – Save 20% = $399.00 at Amazon

Looking for More iPad Resources?

If you're unsure which iPad suits your needs best, our comprehensive iPad guide breaks down which models are best suited for different use cases. Whether you’re shopping for school, work, or creative projects, we have tailored recommendations. For students, check out our list of the best iPads for learning. If you're open to Android alternatives, we also cover the top Android tablets of 2025.

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