Best iPads

Top pick: iPad Air (M4) — the sweet spot for most people. It's fast enough for note-taking, drawing, streaming and light editing, and it's the model I'd buy if I only wanted one iPad.

Who the others suit:

• iPad (11th-gen) — the everyday choice for browsing, video, schoolwork and kids; the least you need to spend for a genuinely good iPad.
• iPad Pro 11" M5 — for artists, video editors and anyone who wants the best screen and speed; overkill for casual use.
• iPad Mini (7th-gen) — for reading, travel and one-handed use; the pocketable one.
• iPad (10th-gen) — a fine budget pick if you find it cheap, but it's a step behind the 11th-gen.