WHICH IPADS YOU SHOULD ACTUALLY BUY (AND THE ONES TO AVOID) Choosing an iPad is more complicated than it needs to be, but we're here to help. Buying an iPad should be simple. You just buy whatever’s new, right? If only. Apple currently sells four different iPad models, each with their own strengths, and there are a growing number of older iPads floating around eBay and Craigslist. Since all iPads generally look the same, it’s important to know what you’re buying and what you should pay for it. This guide covers the best iPads available right now, the important differences between each iPad model, and every old iPad in existence, including the ones you shouldn’t buy at any price. Updated Nov. 2018: We added the new iPad Pro and tweaked pricing on other models. Also be sure to check out all our latest buying guides, including the Best iPhones, and Best MacBooks. (Note: When you buy something using the retail links in our product reviews, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Read more about how this works.)