There are 4 iPad models, and these are the 4 best early Prime Day deals on each of them

iPad (Wi-Fi & cellular) $599 $549 at Amazon
Save $50: This is an interesting deal. For the current deal price of the 11-inch iPad Air, you can get an 11-inch classic iPad – with cellular connectivity. That means you won't be tethered to whatever Wi-Fi you're using, and can use it anywhere you get signal.

This is not a discount, but rather the only price that I'm seeing the 2024, 7th Gen model of the mini go for. I have seen deals on the 6th Gen, with slightly more storage, but I still think getting the most recent iPad mini is the way to go, as the 6th will be unsupported sooner than the 7th Gen. Personally, I've never understood the appeal of the mini, but team members on Creative Bloq swear by it. I'd still wait for an actual discount this weekend/next week though.

iPad Pro (11-inch, M4) $999 $899 at Amazon
Save $100: This is the most powerful iPad, and probably not the one for you! Why do I say that? Because it's supremely over-powered with its M4 chip, and unless you are a pro digital artist, why not just get the iPad Air? Of course, if you just want the best, and have the money to spend, a $100 discount isn't bad at all... though I have a feeling that it will drop a little lower next week.

iPad Air (M3) $599 $559 at Amazon
Save $40: I'm going to be straight with you – do not get this deal! It was $100 lower last week, and so I cannot in good conscience tell you it's worth it. Yes, it's an excellent iPad (my favourite), but because it was $449 last week, and now it's $559, I can (almost) guarantee you that it will drop back down to $449 next week (if not before). This is normal pricing movement for Amazon around its retail events, so be aware!