Written by Robyn
Edited on
13 May 2026
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15:14
Which iPad size suits you?
If you're looking for an Apple iPad, it can be hard to make a choice. The Apple iPad comes in many types and sizes. Are you going for a small iPad Mini, or is the large iPad Pro a better match for you? In this article, you'll read all about what to keep in mind when you choose the right size iPad.
Discover more about all iPad sizes
Which iPad size suits you best depends on what you want to use it for. In this video, we'll tell you more about the different sizes and what they're most suitable for.
Compare the various iPad series and their size
- Apple iPad Pro (2025) 13 inches
Screen size: 13 inches
Casing: 28.16x21.55cm
Large tablet with extra large screen
You can hold and control it with 2 hands
Ideal for image editing and detailed work
From
€ 1.299,-
- Apple iPad Air (2026) 13 inches
Screen size: 13 inches
Casing: 28.06x21.49cm
Large tablet with extra large screen
You can hold and control it with 2 hands
Useful for studies and work tasks
From
€ 777,-
- Apple iPad (2025) 11 inches
Screen size: 11 inches
Casing: 24.8x17.9cm
Medium-sized iPad
You can hold it with 1 hand and control it with 2 hands
Useful for everyday use
From
€ 336,-
- Apple iPad Mini 7 (2024) 8.3 inches
Screen size: 8.3 inches
Casing: 19.54x13.48cm
Small iPad with small screen
You can hold and control it with one hand
Useful for on the go
From
€ 548,90
Watch movies and edit photos: large iPad
Do you watch movies or edit photos on your iPad? In that case, we recommend a large iPad model with a larger screen. You then have more screen space to make beautiful creations. It's also more comfortable to watch movies on a larger screen. Choose an iPad Pro 13 inches, for example. This is the largest iPad. On top of that, it's easy to connect a Smart Keyboard or Magic Keyboard to this model and other models, which makes typing long texts even more comfortable. The Apple iPad Pro is also available with an 11-inch screen.
Can be used with one hand: small iPad
The iPad model that really distinguishes itself in size is the iPad mini. With an 8.3-inch screen, this is the smallest iPad in the family. The iPad mini is small enough to easily hold in 1 hand. If you have large hands, you could even control this iPad size with 1 hand. This iPad model is useful if you travel a lot and want to watch a series or play a game on the go on a slightly larger screen than your phone. Small iPad models are 16cm wide and 23cm high at most on average.
Everyday use: average iPad dimensions
Medium-sized iPad models are very versatile. You can use them to easily watch videos or follow recipes at home. You can also take it on the go. For a medium-sized Apple iPad, consider an Apple iPad and Apple iPad Air. These models are about 17cm wide and up to 26cm high. The Apple iPad (2025) has an 11-inch screen size.
Size versus screen size
The size of the entire iPad and the screen aren't the same. This is because of the casing of the iPad and the bezel around the screen. The iPad Pro 11 inches has a larger screen than the iPad 10.2 inches, but the dimensions of the iPad are the same. Do you want a small and manageable iPad? The iPad mini 6 is the smallest iPad in both size as well as screen size. If you prefer to go big, choose an iPad Pro or iPad Air 13 inches. This is the largest iPad and it also has the largest screen.
All Apple iPad models next to each other
Small - 8.3 inches
Medium-sized - 11 inches
Large - 13 inches
