Yep, I was using an iPad Pro 12.9” gen 2 and lost my Apple Pencil, and decided I would buy the 2024 iPad Air 13” because the Apple Pencil Pro has Find My, and overall was a really good deal. I was worried about going from a Pro model to an Air because the screen movements aren’t as fluid, and I will say, sometimes I notice weird lags in Procreate when switching layers and brushes, but considering my old pro will stop receiving software updates, and I didn’t have a lot of extra money laying around to splurge on another Pro model, I am very happy with my 13” Air. I’m also just a hobbyist so I didn’t feel the need to go crazy and get the Pro! Before I was in art school which justified the Pro model, but now I just do it as a hobby.
This 🎉is by far the best video i have seen about the Ipad differences. So much information without it become confusing. Thank you so much for posting this content!
Psh, you've got them! The work on your channel is great. :) But if it's helpful, I've got lots of videos on building those art skills on my channel, like this video: ruclips.net/video/Zh8lmNvz8ug/видео.html
Omg you made this video just in time for Black Friday! Such a big decision with the cost and life span considered, it's actually hard to know which one to pick! You're last video made me aware of the layer limit, SUPER important. I hope to do simple background art or simple animations as an entry level animator, thank you!
Brooke, I have been scouring the internet for weeks for iPad reviews and recommendations for artists. Thank God I've came across your videos! I've watched so many videos about the colors the iPads come in 🥲 Thank you for being so detailed about the information that actually matters to an artist.
I have a 10th Gen iPad 10.9" 64Gb and you get 19 layers at 16"x16" 300dpi on Procreate (not 7 which this video suggests). When you factor in the gen 1vs2 pencil and the current 20% discounts most retails have at the moment its way lees than half the cost of an entry level iPad Air.
Thank you I think I will he getting the iPad 10th you can get a new one for £330 and I want to get back in to art and knowing you can get 19 layers is probably more than enough
@@lukewalker3 That's helpful to know . I have no experience with digital art or any of these devices ( my ancient iPad is 2011 which i only use for kindle now ) but i'm looking for an affordable device to expand my basic art techniques . £350 for an iPad sounds really cheap and the iPad 10th sounds like it might be just what i need, can i use Procreate with that and can you recommend anywhere for me to find one at that price or thereabouts ?
Do you recommend the ipad air 5th M1 or the ipad 6th M2? Do the prices make a big difference? I've been thinking about it for weeks and i can't decide😭🙏🙏
Thanks for this! I've been using a first gen pro for evvvvvvvaaaaah! Just ordered an AIR,, working on my 4th kids book and will be delighted with the new pencil. I truly appreciate you and your channel!
although i agree with everything theres a slight mistake(?) new pro's screen isnt just brighter, it also has better colors that pop more vibrantly compared to the air models! i can assure you that screen makes a huge difference when you look at then side by side but ofc its not a need! ipad lcd screens are already great so if you like the screen quality as it is no need to choose the pro instead of the air!
Turns out that the 12.9 and the 13 inch iPads have the exact same screen size. They just decided to round up on the newer ones even though they aren’t any bigger.
Hi Brooke, I am totally new to art and have never downloaded Procreate. I also don’t know how to draw anything digitally or otherwise. But after becoming aware of Procreate this year, I might buy an Apple Pencil depending on how Christmas turns out. I currently own an iPad Pro 11-inch (2018, 512 GB). Thank you for this video!
Just so anyone knows. I've been watching a number of reviews and it sounds like the nano screen doesn't actually make a ton of difference when it comes to how the screen feels when drawing.
I have just bought the 13" Pro M4 though have yet to unbox it, and am so disgusted at how much I spent, I'm considering exchanging for the 13" Air. Do you find 120Hz helps with painting? If overheating is a real issue then that might tip me over
I can't seem to find where the Ipad Air mentions grading of 1-4. Is that in reference to the chip? I am seeing a lot of M2's, so I don't think that is it.
Yeah, the nano textured ipad is like 3k$ CAD. So the paperlike screen protector instead. I wish I could afford it though. As of now, I’m very satisfied with my 256gb ipad pro 13" with the new pencil. I don’t know what I’ll do with my air 5 though. And I hate the tempered glass for drawing. It feels like I’m drawing on a slippery surface. I come from a pen and display tablet, but graphic tablets have the same texture as the pen and display ones. And what I loved about the pen and display tablets was the hover feature. On another note, both graphics and pen and display tablets use EMR technology. And their stylus are battery free. Though, they need a computer to work on. The negative aspect of the apple pencil is the tip. It’s thick compared to a graphic tablet’s stylus. Which is just a tiny plastic tip. If they can make one a bit smaller and not in metal, I’d greatly appreciate it. So far, I’m in love with my new ipad pro 13" 256gb (only one I could afford). And I had my eyes at the pencil pro ever since I heard rumors of it on Reddit. I was like : "I’m fine with my ipad air at the moment." I changed my mimd very quickly because the hover feature isn’t on any other models than the pros! That’s a feature I missed from graphic tablets on my ipad air 5. The Apple pencil works on a bluetooth and radio signal technology. Not sure if it has a name for it. And I mainly draw, but practice animation, so I back my files up on icloud or one drive. Omg! I wrote an essay! It’s good to have multiple experience and opinion shared online. It makes it a better place. This video is awsome for choosing the right ipad.
I've been waiting for this, thanks! I'm sticking with the Air 2024 13 inch, but I'm now going for 256 GB storage instead of 128. Would you recommend getting a cover for the iPad? I don't see them in your videos. I want to protect my precious, but I also don't want it to overheat.
I always have a case for my iPad, because it helps me prop it in different positions so I can draw more comfortably. I haven't heard of an overheating issues with the Air.
Your video is amazing! Thank you! I'm a tattoo artist intending to buy a tablet, but I'm a Samsung user. Even so, your content was really nice to watch and I'm a subscriber now ❤ Your art is beautiful
How do you get so many layers from the Mini 7? I made a comparison in the store and with 7000px for the vertical length I‘ve got 26 layers with the new iPad Air and only 12 layers with the new iPad Mini 7.
The Apple store iPads have DEMO versions of the Procreate app, so unfortunately it's not gonna be 100% accurate to how the real app works - including layer limits.
I’ve always wanted a bigger screen to draw and animate on, I’ve been using my iPhone 11 and my finger and it’s bearable but annoying.. so I decided to look into iPads! I thought the 10th generation would be good for me, since it’s my first iPad, but I got an Apple Pencil 2nd generation for Christmas (along with my sisters since they both have iPads) and I definitely like the wireless charging on it, so I don’t want to return it. Luckily, I’ve decided that the iPad Air 2024 11” is the best for me! :)
Does 60 hz make a big difference in drawing result? Im planning to buy my first ipad for my digital arts and the most suitable option for me in budget is air 2024 11" but i read many people say 60hz makes the experience laggy and didnt really worth it for the prize and 120hz is better so i should just get the pro 5 11" but is it really that worth it?
Just ordered an ipad air m2 11" on black friday sale. I hope 11" is good enough for a procreate beginner like me. I value portability much since i can bring it to work. Will 11" good enough for procreate?
@@ignacio7250 By the way, the Magic Keyboard I use with the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation) also works with the iPad Air 13-inch. I tested it at the store today.
120 oled and promotion are absolutly worth it after using m2 air and m4 pro side by side at the same time the difference is like yea. but if you are a casual and just doing it for fund and dont care that much or dont have money to buy one get whatever fits your budget and 1/2tb isnt worth it and nano screen actually kinda sucks if it gets scratched its over those bumps dont hold up well your better off with paperlike and a tempered glass screen protector
Big difference, the 13" iPad Air from 2024 (the gen 6 if they call it that) is what I recommend: it's compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, has a bigger screen, and gets a little brighter.
@@danielapimienta2285 The 6th gen iPad Air supports the Apple Pencil Pro, but doesn't get any brighter. To me, I'd rather get the an iPad that's compatible with Apple Pencil Pro.
Funny enough I watch the previous 2024 video a few months ago to decide which IPad was best. One thing you forgot to mention and I think is a breaking decision for most people is Pro Motion as drawing on 120hz or 60hz can be wildly different. Though the new pencil pro is nice and is useful, having a more faster/fluid screen is personally more of a priority for drawing experience. Anyway, enough of my yapping. Your videos are truly amazing and thank you so much for the procreate/art education! ❤
One clarification - when you indicate 41 layers, which rgb size are you referencing it against? Because that is crucial factor when it comes to procreate. I use procreate on iPad Air 2nd Gen. I have used more than 41 layers when I create a page based on screen size. It is only when one moves to RGB mode, the layers play a major role. Thoughts?
How much storage you should get on an iPad? My answer is that Apple better learn to get on the expandable-memory-with-mini-SD-train like the Android tablets do.
And yet, it was an amazing tool when it came out! You can make incredible art on ANY tool. Just because it's not the best option if you're looking to purchase today (many years after that iPad came out), doesn't mean you can't make amazing art on it now.
@@_aPaladin I was worried about that too, cuz I’m pretty hard on my stuff. But I’ve had it for many months so far and it hasn’t needed any special care. It’s probably due for a wipe down, and it’s annoying that I can only use the special included cloth, but it definitely hasn’t needed any more care than my past iPads - maybe less cuz screen smudging isn’t as noticeable.
I have not watched this video, but I am very confused as to why this video was even made as the BEST iPad for Art programs is the best iPad, the M4 iPad Pro 13". The 11" model is equally great for people on more of a budget or who find the 13" model too cumbersome, but for the best experience when using Procreate or other art apps, the better processor of the M4 iPad Pro means faster rendering and less lag and the real estate of the 13" is easier to work with needing less zooming in and out. Also I believe you need to have the iPad Pro in order to use the newer Pencil Pro with its upgraded features.
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Yep, I was using an iPad Pro 12.9” gen 2 and lost my Apple Pencil, and decided I would buy the 2024 iPad Air 13” because the Apple Pencil Pro has Find My, and overall was a really good deal. I was worried about going from a Pro model to an Air because the screen movements aren’t as fluid, and I will say, sometimes I notice weird lags in Procreate when switching layers and brushes, but considering my old pro will stop receiving software updates, and I didn’t have a lot of extra money laying around to splurge on another Pro model, I am very happy with my 13” Air. I’m also just a hobbyist so I didn’t feel the need to go crazy and get the Pro! Before I was in art school which justified the Pro model, but now I just do it as a hobby.
what a great video... i scrolled internet for past 12 hours to choose a iPad... finally I decided ...thankyou...
This 🎉is by far the best video i have seen about the Ipad differences. So much information without it become confusing. Thank you so much for posting this content!
i use the ipad 10.2 with a gen one apple pencil and although i would love a new fancy one i love the one i have!
I'm so glad to hear, that's great! Truly, you can make amazing art on whatever device you have: it's all about those underlying art skills.
@ ahaha all i need now are art skills 😂
Psh, you've got them! The work on your channel is great. :) But if it's helpful, I've got lots of videos on building those art skills on my channel, like this video: ruclips.net/video/Zh8lmNvz8ug/видео.html
@@BrookeGlaser i will make sure to watch!! thank you so much 🤍
Agree with it :)
i have a red ipad gen 10 with 64GB and ii am doing very very well on this ipad. I dont know if youre against these but i like them
what pen are you using for procreate?
Omg you made this video just in time for Black Friday! Such a big decision with the cost and life span considered, it's actually hard to know which one to pick! You're last video made me aware of the layer limit, SUPER important. I hope to do simple background art or simple animations as an entry level animator, thank you!
Brooke, I have been scouring the internet for weeks for iPad reviews and recommendations for artists. Thank God I've came across your videos! I've watched so many videos about the colors the iPads come in 🥲 Thank you for being so detailed about the information that actually matters to an artist.
My little iPad Air 2 is under the 4 layers category 🤣 I draw with my finger. Thank you; this was helpful in narrowing down my search!
I have ipad mini 6, it's pretty great, I wish the canvas were bigger thou, saving for a ipad pro, this video is lifesaver, thank you.
I have a 10th Gen iPad 10.9" 64Gb and you get 19 layers at 16"x16" 300dpi on Procreate (not 7 which this video suggests). When you factor in the gen 1vs2 pencil and the current 20% discounts most retails have at the moment its way lees than half the cost of an entry level iPad Air.
Thanks for sharing this!
Thank you I think I will he getting the iPad 10th you can get a new one for £330 and I want to get back in to art and knowing you can get 19 layers is probably more than enough
@@lukewalker3 That's helpful to know . I have no experience with digital art or any of these devices ( my ancient iPad is 2011 which i only use for kindle now ) but i'm looking for an affordable device to expand my basic art techniques . £350 for an iPad sounds really cheap and the iPad 10th sounds like it might be just what i need, can i use Procreate with that and can you recommend anywhere for me to find one at that price or thereabouts ?
Do you recommend the ipad air 5th M1 or the ipad 6th M2? Do the prices make a big difference? I've been thinking about it for weeks and i can't decide😭🙏🙏
Banging review - I didn’t realise buying one would be such a headache 10/10!
Thanks for this! I've been using a first gen pro for evvvvvvvaaaaah! Just ordered an AIR,, working on my 4th kids book and will be delighted with the new pencil. I truly appreciate you and your channel!
I’m on a iPad 9, and I’m almost ready to get a iPad mini 7 for Christmas.
I’ll finally have money for an iPad and I’m excited to start drawing as a beginner. Thanks for being so honest and helpful with your reviews. ❤❤❤
thank you brooke your ipad videos are life saviors ❤
although i agree with everything theres a slight mistake(?) new pro's screen isnt just brighter, it also has better colors that pop more vibrantly compared to the air models! i can assure you that screen makes a huge difference when you look at then side by side but ofc its not a need! ipad lcd screens are already great so if you like the screen quality as it is no need to choose the pro instead of the air!
Jesus, this video was so well done I might have to sign up for learning classes, haha. It's a busy time of the month. Certainly bookmarking it!
Turns out that the 12.9 and the 13 inch iPads have the exact same screen size. They just decided to round up on the newer ones even though they aren’t any bigger.
Hi Brooke, I am totally new to art and have never downloaded Procreate. I also don’t know how to draw anything digitally or otherwise. But after becoming aware of Procreate this year, I might buy an Apple Pencil depending on how Christmas turns out. I currently own an iPad Pro 11-inch (2018, 512 GB). Thank you for this video!
Just so anyone knows. I've been watching a number of reviews and it sounds like the nano screen doesn't actually make a ton of difference when it comes to how the screen feels when drawing.
good to know
This was literally the most helpful video ever! Thank you!!
iPad Air m2 13 inch is best but there is one catch it doesn’t come with 120hz refresh rate and it’s not smooth .i m using it I bought it last month
So, in your opinion, the pro is a better buy?
Very helpful video, thank you for breaking it down so clearly! Am currently looking for a tablet, the flowchart at the end helped a lot!
I have just bought the 13" Pro M4 though have yet to unbox it, and am so disgusted at how much I spent, I'm considering exchanging for the 13" Air. Do you find 120Hz helps with painting? If overheating is a real issue then that might tip me over
I can't seem to find where the Ipad Air mentions grading of 1-4. Is that in reference to the chip? I am seeing a lot of M2's, so I don't think that is it.
The visuals were so helpful! Thank you!
Yeah, the nano textured ipad is like 3k$ CAD. So the paperlike screen protector instead. I wish I could afford it though. As of now, I’m very satisfied with my 256gb ipad pro 13" with the new pencil. I don’t know what I’ll do with my air 5 though. And I hate the tempered glass for drawing. It feels like I’m drawing on a slippery surface. I come from a pen and display tablet, but graphic tablets have the same texture as the pen and display ones. And what I loved about the pen and display tablets was the hover feature. On another note, both graphics and pen and display tablets use EMR technology. And their stylus are battery free. Though, they need a computer to work on. The negative aspect of the apple pencil is the tip. It’s thick compared to a graphic tablet’s stylus. Which is just a tiny plastic tip. If they can make one a bit smaller and not in metal, I’d greatly appreciate it.
So far, I’m in love with my new ipad pro 13" 256gb (only one I could afford). And I had my eyes at the pencil pro ever since I heard rumors of it on Reddit. I was like : "I’m fine with my ipad air at the moment." I changed my mimd very quickly because the hover feature isn’t on any other models than the pros! That’s a feature I missed from graphic tablets on my ipad air 5. The Apple pencil works on a bluetooth and radio signal technology. Not sure if it has a name for it. And I mainly draw, but practice animation, so I back my files up on icloud or one drive.
Omg! I wrote an essay! It’s good to have multiple experience and opinion shared online. It makes it a better place. This video is awsome for choosing the right ipad.
I've been waiting for this, thanks! I'm sticking with the Air 2024 13 inch, but I'm now going for 256 GB storage instead of 128. Would you recommend getting a cover for the iPad? I don't see them in your videos. I want to protect my precious, but I also don't want it to overheat.
I always have a case for my iPad, because it helps me prop it in different positions so I can draw more comfortably. I haven't heard of an overheating issues with the Air.
@@BrookeGlaser awesome, good to know! Thank you so much for replying
Your video is amazing! Thank you! I'm a tattoo artist intending to buy a tablet, but I'm a Samsung user. Even so, your content was really nice to watch and I'm a subscriber now ❤ Your art is beautiful
How do you get so many layers from the Mini 7?
I made a comparison in the store and with 7000px for the vertical length I‘ve got 26 layers with the new iPad Air and only 12 layers with the new iPad Mini 7.
The Apple store iPads have DEMO versions of the Procreate app, so unfortunately it's not gonna be 100% accurate to how the real app works - including layer limits.
Your video helped me a lot. You were complete, objective and explained it very clearly. Thank you.'
I’ve always wanted a bigger screen to draw and animate on, I’ve been using my iPhone 11 and my finger and it’s bearable but annoying..
so I decided to look into iPads! I thought the 10th generation would be good for me, since it’s my first iPad, but I got an Apple Pencil 2nd generation for Christmas (along with my sisters since they both have iPads) and I definitely like the wireless charging on it, so I don’t want to return it. Luckily, I’ve decided that the iPad Air 2024 11” is the best for me! :)
Does 60 hz make a big difference in drawing result? Im planning to buy my first ipad for my digital arts and the most suitable option for me in budget is air 2024 11" but i read many people say 60hz makes the experience laggy and didnt really worth it for the prize and 120hz is better so i should just get the pro 5 11" but is it really that worth it?
Just ordered an ipad air m2 11" on black friday sale. I hope 11" is good enough for a procreate beginner like me. I value portability much since i can bring it to work. Will 11" good enough for procreate?
This video helped me so much! God bless you!
Hey i am having ipad 11 inch M1 i was into the drawing but not ye still i am very satisfied with M1 iPad 111inch ,enjoyed your video a lot.
I've been waiting for another video about this from you :) thank you
Hope it helps with any Black Friday/Christmas purchases!
In the last chart when you mention the iPad Air 11 and 13, which storage capacity you refer to? Loved this video btw! Very useful 🤩
So, from iPad pro 12.9" 4th (2020) to iPad Air 13" M2, is woth it? 👀
I also have an iPad Pro 12.9” 5th and I’m planning to replace it with an iPad Air 13” M2. I hope the iPad Air won’t make me regret my decision.
@ I hope same 🙏🏻
@@ignacio7250 By the way, the Magic Keyboard I use with the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation) also works with the iPad Air 13-inch. I tested it at the store today.
Are you selling your old one?
Is there layer difference between ipad air 11 inch for 128gb and 256 gb
120 oled and promotion are absolutly worth it after using m2 air and m4 pro side by side at the same time the difference is like yea. but if you are a casual and just doing it for fund and dont care that much or dont have money to buy one get whatever fits your budget and 1/2tb isnt worth it and nano screen actually kinda sucks if it gets scratched its over those bumps dont hold up well your better off with paperlike and a tempered glass screen protector
Ipad pro 2018 512gb is still worth it for procreate mam?
do you still recomend ipad air 5 instead of 6? or is there really a big difference?
Big difference, the 13" iPad Air from 2024 (the gen 6 if they call it that) is what I recommend: it's compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, has a bigger screen, and gets a little brighter.
@ and when it comes to 11”?
@@danielapimienta2285 The 6th gen iPad Air supports the Apple Pencil Pro, but doesn't get any brighter. To me, I'd rather get the an iPad that's compatible with Apple Pencil Pro.
Any recommendations around $300?
perfect explanation!
Funny enough I watch the previous 2024 video a few months ago to decide which IPad was best. One thing you forgot to mention and I think is a breaking decision for most people is Pro Motion as drawing on 120hz or 60hz can be wildly different. Though the new pencil pro is nice and is useful, having a more faster/fluid screen is personally more of a priority for drawing experience.
Anyway, enough of my yapping. Your videos are truly amazing and thank you so much for the procreate/art education! ❤
How can i understand this better? Seems important
i love your glasses ... love that color of it Blue
I have the Air 4 and layers are indeed limited in Procreate. CSP is better with that though.
Thank you for the video
Its not to do with storage its RAM that determines your amount of layers you can have
I knew some of this but I’m still deciding
🙆🏻♂️What about iPad 10th and Pencil 1st generation is this good combination in 2025
One clarification - when you indicate 41 layers, which rgb size are you referencing it against? Because that is crucial factor when it comes to procreate. I use procreate on iPad Air 2nd Gen.
I have used more than 41 layers when I create a page based on screen size.
It is only when one moves to RGB mode, the layers play a major role.
Thoughts?
How much storage you should get on an iPad? My answer is that Apple better learn to get on the expandable-memory-with-mini-SD-train like the Android tablets do.
But with affinity you can have many layers as you want
i´m crying a little bit with my Pro 10.5´´ with tier E xD
And yet, it was an amazing tool when it came out! You can make incredible art on ANY tool. Just because it's not the best option if you're looking to purchase today (many years after that iPad came out), doesn't mean you can't make amazing art on it now.
nano-texture has lots of downsides, you need to take special care of it... making using it burdensome....
@@_aPaladin I was worried about that too, cuz I’m pretty hard on my stuff. But I’ve had it for many months so far and it hasn’t needed any special care. It’s probably due for a wipe down, and it’s annoying that I can only use the special included cloth, but it definitely hasn’t needed any more care than my past iPads - maybe less cuz screen smudging isn’t as noticeable.
Can someone share a posting for a pro 5 11"? Im having a hard time finding one. Dont they only go to m4?
Ipad mini is over 1k euros without fees , no thank you, ill stick to xp pen.
I have not watched this video, but I am very confused as to why this video was even made as the BEST iPad for Art programs is the best iPad, the M4 iPad Pro 13". The 11" model is equally great for people on more of a budget or who find the 13" model too cumbersome, but for the best experience when using Procreate or other art apps, the better processor of the M4 iPad Pro means faster rendering and less lag and the real estate of the 13" is easier to work with needing less zooming in and out. Also I believe you need to have the iPad Pro in order to use the newer Pencil Pro with its upgraded features.