Our favorite budget-friendly iPad just got even cheaper

It's not an earth-shattering discount, but saving $49 is still better than paying full price. By Tabitha Britt Tabitha Britt Freelance Writer Tabitha Britt is an award-winning freelance journalist, editor, and SEO/AEO strategist. Aside from reviewing dating apps and sex toys for Mashable, Tabitha is also the founding editor-in-chief of DO YOU ENDO — a digital magazine by individuals with endometriosis, for individuals with endometriosis. She has a Master's degree in Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism from The New School for Social Research and is a grad of Sextech School. You can find more of her work in various online publications, including National Geographic, Glamour, Better Homes & Gardens, and Everyday Health. Read Full Bio on September 16, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Apple's entry-level iPad is $49 off at Amazon. Credit: Mashable Photo Composite | Apple SAVE 11%: As of Sept. 16, you can get the 11-inch Apple iPad (A16, 128 GB, WiFi) for $399.99, down from $449. That's an 11% discount or $49.01 in savings. $399.99 at Amazon $449 Save $49.01 If you missed the back-to-school sales (happens to the best of us) and want a reasonably priced tablet, our favorite budget-friendly iPad just got even cheaper. Right now, you can get the 11-inch Apple iPad (A16, 128 GB, WiFi) for $399.99, down from $449. It's not an earth-shattering discount, but saving $49 is still better than paying full price. That said, if you can hold out until October's Prime Day event, you might be able to snag it closer to $274 (the lowest price we've ever seen, last hit around December of last year). Mashable Deals By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Again, this is a budget iPad, so it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the higher-end models, but it'll still do everything you need it to — streaming, casual gaming, reading, or scrolling in bed. You can also use it as a makeshift laptop; you'll just have to buy the Magic Keyboard Folio (which, conveniently, is also on sale for $175 right now). Tabitha Britt is an award-winning freelance journalist, editor, and SEO/AEO strategist. Aside from reviewing dating apps and sex toys for Mashable, Tabitha is also the founding editor-in-chief of DO YOU ENDO — a digital magazine by individuals with endometriosis, for individuals with endometriosis. She has a Master's degree in Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism from The New School for Social Research and is a grad of Sextech School. You can find more of her work in various online publications, including National Geographic, Glamour, Better Homes & Gardens, and Everyday Health. These newsletters may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. By clicking Subscribe, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.