- Is the iPad 9th Gen still worth buying in 2026?
- For basic use it is. At $229 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026, it is the cheapest way to get a new iPad with 256GB. If you need a modern design or Apple Pencil 2 support, a newer model is a better fit.
- How does it compare with the iPad 10th Gen?
- The 10th Gen has a larger 10.9-inch screen, USB-C, an A14 chip and a newer design. The 9th Gen keeps the headphone jack and costs less, so it suits budget buyers better.
- Does it work with the Apple Pencil?
- Yes, but only the first-generation Apple Pencil, which charges through the Lightning port. The USB-C Apple Pencil and Pencil 2 do not work with it.
- How long does the battery last?
- Apple rates it at up to 10 hours of web browsing or video on Wi-Fi. The 32.4 Wh battery usually gets most users through a day of mixed use.
- What is in the box?
- A new unit includes the iPad, a Lightning to USB-C cable and a 20W USB-C power adapter. Pre-owned listings may include less, so check the listing.
- When is it cheapest?
- Entry-level iPads tend to drop around Black Friday and back-to-school sales. The lowest recent price was $229 at Walmart on November 4, 2026.
- Where is the Apple iPad 9th Gen. 256GB, Wi-Fi, 10.2 in MK2P3LL/A - Silver 2021 cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $229.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Apple iPad 9th Gen. 256GB, Wi-Fi, 10.2 in MK2P3LL/A - Silver 2021?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Best Buy, Amazon, eBay.
