Is the 2025 iPad Air worth it at $428?

At $428 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026, it is a strong value: M3 performance and a good 11-inch screen for well under launch price. It is the pick if you want iPadOS without paying Pro prices.

How is it different from the iPad Pro?

The Air has a 60Hz screen, Touch ID instead of Face ID, and two cameras instead of the Pro's lidar and ProMotion display. The Pro is faster and brighter but costs much more.

Does it work with the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard?

Yes, it supports Apple Pencil Pro and the Magic Keyboard made for the 11-inch Air. Both are sold separately.

How much storage should I get?

The base model has 128 GB. If you store video, games or large photo libraries, step up to 256 GB or more.

How long does the battery last?

Apple rates it at up to 10 hours of web browsing or video. Real use with brightness up and heavy apps usually lands a bit lower.

iPad Air prices tend to dip during back-to-school and Black Friday sales. The current $428 at Walmart is already near the low end of its recent range.