Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB vs Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation)
Both listings are the same tablet: the 9th-gen iPad with 256GB. Product A is sold as new at $379.85 on eBay as of November 4, 2026, and Product B is listed as pre-owned at $325.00 on eBay the same day. Buy A if you want a new unit and a clean battery; buy B only if the $54.85 saving is worth accepting a used device.
Today the Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation) costs $54.85 less at its best price.
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Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB
Choose the iPad 9th Gen 256GB if you want a new, unused unit and the roughly $55 premium over the pre-owned listing is acceptable.
- New condition, so full battery capacity and no prior wear
- Known price of $379.85 at eBay as of November 4, 2026
- A13 Bionic handles iPadOS 26-era apps and games fine
- 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage
What separates them
| Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB | Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation) | |
|---|---|---|
| Condition | New | Pre-owned |
| Price | $379.85 at eBay as of November 4, 2026 | $325.00 at eBay as of November 4, 2026 |
| Stores pricing it new | 2 stores | 6 stores |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
| Chip | A13 Bionic | A13 Bionic (9th-gen iPad) |
| Display | 10.2-inch, 2160x1620, 500 nits | 10.2-inch, 2160x1620 |
| Battery | 8,557 mAh, about 10 hours | 8,557 mAh, about 10 hours, wear unknown |
| Connectivity listed | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, with 4G listed |
Price history
- Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB: lowest $419.85 on Nov 4 at eBay.
- Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation): lowest $239.00 on Nov 4 at Walmart.
Prices at every store
Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB
- eBayPre-owned
Availability unknownSold by hampdood (99.3% positive, 14,800 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$154.99Free shippingVerified - WalmartRefurbished
Availability unknownSold by Hybrid IT
$189.00Free shippingObserved at 11:13 AM - eBayNew
Availability unknownSold by reupstock (99.6% positive, 10,500 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$379.85Free shippingVerified - AmazonNew
Availability unknown
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$464.26Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 1:46 PM
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Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation)
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$325.00Free shippingObserved at 11:19 AM - mercari.comNew
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$349.00Free shippingObserved at 11:19 AM - ShopPOSPortalNew
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$349.00+ $15.00 shippingObserved at 11:19 AM - 6 Ave ElectronicsNew
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Specs compared
| Spec | Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB | Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 64GB | 256 GB Storage |
| Battery life | 10-hour battery life | 10 hours battery |
| Operating System | iPadOS | iPadOS |
| Display Resolution | 2160 x 1620 | 2160 x 1620 |
| Screen Size | 10.2 in screen | 10.2 in screen |
| Weight | 16 oz | 16 oz |
| Rear Camera Resolution | 12 MP rear camera | 12 MP rear camera |
| Color | Silver, Space Gray | Silver, Space Gray |
| Language / Region | English / United States | English / United States |
| Battery Capacity |
What reviewers say
Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB
Owners and reviewers treat the 9th Gen iPad as the default budget tablet: fast enough for daily tasks, good battery, and a strong front camera for calls. Most criticism lands on the dated design and the non-laminated screen.
- Smooth performance for the price
- Long battery life
- Center Stage front camera for video calls
- Good value at 256GB
- Thick bezels and home button feel old
- Reflective, non-laminated display
- Apple Pencil 1 charging setup is awkward
Apple iPad (10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Space Grey (9th Generation)
Owners and reviewers treat the 9th-gen iPad as the value pick in Apple's lineup: fast enough for everyday apps, with a familiar home-button design and good battery life. Most criticism centers on the dated screen and design rather than performance.
Questions and answers
- Are these the same iPad?
- Yes. Both are the 9th-generation iPad with a 10.2-inch screen and 256GB of storage. The difference is condition and price, not hardware.
- Is the pre-owned one worth saving $55?
- Only if the battery still holds a full day. A 9th-gen iPad battery replacement costs more than the $54.85 you save, so ask for battery health before buying.
- Which lasts longer?
- The new unit, assuming both start at similar battery health. A used iPad's battery has already cycled, and the 8,557 mAh cell is not user-replaceable.
- Does the 9th-gen iPad support the Apple Pencil?
- Yes, but only the first-generation Apple Pencil, which charges through the Lightning port. The USB-C Pencil does not work with it.
- Is 256GB enough?
- For notes, streaming and schoolwork, yes. It fits far more offline video and games than the 64GB base model, which is the main reason to pick this storage tier.
- Why does Product B list 4G?
- The 9th-gen iPad comes in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular versions. Confirm with the seller which one this is, since the price and model number differ.