iPad Pro 11 inch vs 12.9 inch - The truth no one talks about. 

One of the best deciding guides I’ve heard is: If you want a tablet that can sometimes function as ‘laptop’ get 11”. If you want a ‘laptop‘ that can sometimes be used as a tablet get12.9”

Dude! Hallelujah…. In 7 minutes you have answered the question that I have been searching the answer for for this past few months, thank you thank you thank you! 12.9 inch or 11 inch, I couldn’t find anyone who would give a definitive answer, all the other reviewers just say stuff like “it’s up to you if you want the bigger and better screen”, or “the bigger screen is better for multi tasking”. We already know that stuff, but you my friend have said it like it is, it’s too heavy and awkward to use comfortably and for the price a MacBook is a better option. That’s all I needed to know, now I can go purchase my 11 inch iPad Pro and be content once again. Cheers man.

I completely agree. I have both the 12.9 and 11. I like the 12.9’s screen over the 11 (who wouldn’t?) but holding the 12.9 for more than a few minutes starts to hurt the wrist. I can hold the 11’ longer. The 12.9 also flips backwards easier when it sits on your lap. I pull out the 12.9 every once in a while, but always go back to the 11’!

Personally can not imagine an 11in device being perfect size but another 1.9inch now makes it unsuitable! It comes down to what the consumer is will to spend and myself want the larger screen…period

Yeah, even after seeing many youtubers preferring 12.9 inch iPad pro, i was not satisfied with buying it. Common, 11 inch is more practical in daily life. I kept asking myself, suppose you had both ipads available at your home, which one would you take to outside often, and the answer is 11 inch. Also iPad pro is primarily a productivity tool & not media consumption device, so portability is important. So I ordered 11 inch iPad yesterday, i will get it within 3 days, can't stop thinking about Unboxing & using it. This video gave me more conviction in my purchasing decision, nice job there..

I respect your opinion but you failed to address why there is a 12.9 ipad to begin with, in productivity with creative apps, you’ll always take advantage from the bigger screen, for artists the 12.9 ipad is way better than the 11 inch.

You seem to largely ignore the needs of an illustrator for the Apple Pencil! In that case, the bigger the better. Though your advice to look at an earlier model is still good. With a keyboard, it's still a very expensive proposition. But a MacBook Air lacks the graphical advantages entirely.

Honestly speaking, the screen real estate and the mini LED panel of the 12.9” iPad Pro are too good to pass up but I’m still half regretting this decision. I really wish the mini LED display was available on the 11”.

Was looking between the two for school, ended up choosing the 12.9 to trial but instantly decided I’m going to keep it as it has been life changing with the larger screen real estate and multi tasking capabilities

I sold 11 and got 12.9. Haven’t looked back! The display is worth the extra weight

I love the 12.9 inch iPad Pro. I found a refurb magic keyboard case for cheap. Oh, and I’m older so the larger size + larger fonts help

Agree - it’s the device in-between your iPhone and Mac, so ya don’t want it losing its portability being over 11” in size.

Apple is very good at making its users feel FOMO if they don't get top end, so, it was interesting to watch your take on 11 vs 12.9, i do kind of wish there was a 11 with micro led, but the added weight and awkward bulk of the 12.9 is what's made me consider the 11 to replace my 2017 10.5 pro

I was wanting an iPad Mini 6, due to its form factor. But the sales associate let me know there's only a $150 cost to upgrade to the iPad Pro 11" M2. Made sense to me, because I wanted something small, portable to take on business overnight trips. He let me know that I can buy a hub to use HDMI etc to a hotel tv and voila. Comforts of home away. Absolutely worth it. I love my iPad Pro 11".

I bought a refurbished 12.9 in 2023 for under $600 and it’s a beast. I prefer 12.9 since I’m a musician to make my scores more readable, but agreed they are consumption devices and my primary machine is my m1 air.

Yeah for that price of 12.9" and smart keyboard you can buy Macbook Air and iPad Air or 10 + Pencin, and save money :D

12.9 inch is way better. I held off for years but after a few days of adjustment, the weight is no big deal. People, it weighs the same as the early 9.7 inch iPads and no one said they were too heavy or not portable. Kids have become soft!

Good video and points. I also took my 12.9 M1 back and traded for 11” Pro. For desktop experience (at least currently), I agree most people will need another traditional laptop or MacBook Air.

The best iPad for media consumption is of course the 12.9” iPad. The screen is larger and is mini LED which is fantastic for media consumption. The 11” screen is too small when using multiple apps on screen.

If i would not care about money or performance (on the Mac) i would have bought a M2 MacBook Air and a M1 iPad Pro 12,9", both with 1TB SSD at least (on the Mac probably even 2TB SSD and 32 or 64GB Ram) But since i cared about a somewhat acceptable price/performance ratio AND performance, i bought longer ago a 16" M1 Pro base model and recently a M1 iPad Air (in 256GB Wifi, 64Gb were just unacceptable for 2023...) Apples actual prices and models the offer, especially base models just suck, any going towards anything better will result in a better model for a even higher price with a high chance. Apple really know how to rip off their customers (not that other companies dont do as well, they are partially even worse)

You nailed it, no one tool for all jobs even the Swiss knife, I use Samsung S20ultra for phones, iPad Pro 11 for Tablet and ASUS laptop for windows

Iv been studying this ipad scene now hardly and here is my take: If you have PC, get Ipad. -You will do hard stuff on PC anyways, and Ipad can handle all the light stuff like Office 365 and some photoediting. But the bonus is, you will use Ipad way more than laptop on freetime. Its much easier to watch stuff, google stuff, or just handle it on a sofa. 11 vs 12.9 -11 is absolute blast, feels like mini laptop with magic keyboard. BUT. If you have big hands, they will get cramped on the keyboard. I think this should be the only legit argument for 12.9. Yes the screen is nice, but when have you bought an Apple product bcs of the screen? 300$ android phones got better screen than iphone 15. 11 is enough to handle all the necessary multitasking. -11 is also way more portable as a tablet, 12.9 is bit too big to use without the keyboard. If you use normal backbag, it doesnt matter is it 12.9 or 11. Both fits. If you dont have any sort of computer, get macbook/windows laptop / PC. -You need a device that can do hard stuff, like some softwares that ipad cant be used.

12.9 is the best for media and just over all consumption of anything 🙏

Suggestion the 12.9 is too big, and one should be pro “needs” these features etc…..is like telling someone they don’t need a corvette or sports car unless your a race car driver!

I agree with the previous comment, you have answered the question I had and the wgt and the fact that there is no benefit to the large screen icon size over the 11 in is a clarification I never heard. I appreciate the information.

I gave my 12.9 (2020) to a friend and bought the 11 which I love! 12.9 was too heavy but I have to say the magic keyboard makes a huge difference! It’s a must if you get the Pro.

People seem to forget the whole point of the 12.9”; it’s a drawing tablet. It was never supposed to be a 2-in-1 or laptop replacement. It can do it to some degree for some people, but that’s not the selling point. Anyone looking for a laptop experience should buy a laptop, not an iPad. I also blame youtubers for giving this false impression that the 12.9” is a viable device for average users, because they also woefully misunderstood the point and sold people on the lie that they should get the 12.9” if they could afford it based on a user experience that will never happen.

If you constantly write on an iPad, I have to say the 12.9" is better. There's no keyboard/trackpad combo that allows you to easily switch between typing and writing. I'm talking math which involves both all the time.

"Now I am going to sell one of the IPad." This hooked me right away.

This is the sort of review we need. Thank You 😊

The 12.9 is an awesome companion to my MBP - I use it as a second screen or with Universal Control. That way I offload the processing needs of some apps to the iPad, this freeing up RAM and screen on my 13 MBP.

in iPadOS 16 you’ll be able to give your iPad more screen space, i do it on my iPad Pro (3) 11’ and it changes the experience entirely, the UI of iPadOS is unnaturally large and takes up space

Totally agree with you. I had this question previously too but despite most of the reviews on You Tube that recommended the 12.9 inch iPad Pro, I just went ahead and bought the 11 inch M1 iPad Pro 5 months ago since I already had the M1 MBA. Didn’t buy the magic keyboard cos I just use Universal control when I need keyboard functionality for my iPad Pro. Definitely glad that I didn’t buy the 12.9 inch iPad Pro.

If you don’t own a laptop, get the 12.9”. Otherwise, get the 11”.

I went with the 12.9 for the mini led display because the HDR truly hits differently and if your using the iPad mostly for content consumption you really are seeing a better screen Disney plus has never looked so good

Personally, I think there should be significant size differences between different kinds of mobile devices. Like I don't think it's a good idea to go for a smartphone that has the same size as a very small tablet. Likewise, I don't think it's a good idea to go for a tablet that approaches the size of smaller laptops. Besides size, weight also matters, and holding a tablet shouldn't double as an isometric exercise. Tablets have always been better media consumption devices than ones meant for productivity, not that they can't, but laptops have and will probably always reign supreme in most productive applications.

Blooming on the 12.9, cannot use the MAC OS eco system, so theres no point imo-- get a macbook air. The 11" with a keyboard is a great travel companion.

I went with an iPad Pro 11 inch and then a Beelink Mini PC with Ryzen 5600H cpu….very good deal on that. I can use RDP to connect to it and use Windows OS where i need it and still have the IPad OS for everything. I guess its the best or worst of both worlds.

i think the ipad pro 12.9 is for me because I always use my ipad on a table.

Hey Julian! Great info video! I need your help - I use my iphone 90% of the time & only use my HP laptop (junk!) for a quick Word & Excel doc a couple times a yr, would you suggest the iPad or Macbook ? If iPad which one?

Good summary, but for an older person with a more sedentary lifestyle, the larger screen is a winner. 10 Years ago I started with a iPad mini, gradually increased in size as eyes aged.

Excellent argument and presentation. Thanks im just in the process of buying.

I bought the m1 iPad Pro 12.9 inch (5th gen) 512 GB as my first iPad and I don’t plan to upgrade until the device becomes very outdated or no longer has support. I’m definitely getting all of my money’s worth! 😂

Great comments! I was actually thinking the same way than you. If one would try to replace laptop, then maybe bigger size would be better option. However iPadOS feels more supplementary to macOS, hence smaller size is better.

12.9 for a larger area for note taking

I completely agree. I had the 2018 iPad Pro 12.9 inch and it was just way too big. I couldn’t actually enjoy it as a tablet because I felt like I had a monitor in my hands the whole time. Now I got the M2 iPad Pro 11 inch and couldn’t be happier. Only gripe is that they don’t include miniLED on the 11 inch for whatever reason.

For my software Djay Pro 12.9” with 16” MBP bigger is better. I’ve got my phone if I want portabibility and an iPad mini.

I think before jumping into any tech guide... PLEASE FIX YOUR FOCUS yet coz the entire video you were out of FOCUS.

to hold the 12.9" for long periods of time, just make sure your elbow is supported. I've held a 12.9" for hours at a time. I'd hold two but I need a hand for the pencil. Only when I'm working out do I hold both of my 12.9" iPads. Back to holding one iPad: If you are standing, use a baby carrier thing that goes over one shoulder and under the other. That supports your elbow and you can hold onto the beast all day long. Problem solved. No need for an 11" iPad and, to be Frank, instead of Oidbio, I can't wait to get the 14" iPad that is supposed to be out in 2023...that bad boy will be able to house an M1 Ultra and will make multitasking so fluid, you are guaranteed to get Attention Deficit Disorder! I can't wa.... a squirl!

Just got mine in the mail today. ru-vid.comUgkxhcEDB3r-OJ3_X5hQzr7k1ZofTQy1ao_U The corners of the box was a little smashed but I think that’s more of the shipping’s fault. iPad was in perfect condition though. I ordered the yellow one thinking it was going to be a bright vibrant color. Instead I looks like more of a Gold color. I personally prefer the gold look. Definitely not disappointed but just a heads up to the ones expecting a brighter cream of yellow.

Ok.. here is a list of apps I plan to use.. Fender Play, its a guitar lessons created by Fender.. Gibson Guitar lessons app, Fender Tone, a app that allows you to change, edit and create effects and preset on my Fender GTX guitar amp.. Marshall Gateway, does the samething as the Fender tone but for Marshall Code 25 and 50 watt amps.. The Spark app, an app for the Positive Grid Spark modeling amp.. Katana Librarian and the Katana Air app, apps for the Boss Katana MKII guitar amps.. Mantis from the Laser Academy, an app used to dry fire indoor target practicing, this app utilizes the camera to stare and targets and keep score, and finally, Final Cut Pro... I have it on my mac mini but apparently I have to get another copy for the tablet.. so based on all of this, which would you go with, the 12.9 or the 11?

12.9 is too cumbersome and heavy to be a practical tablet. If you want to use it as a laptop, get a MacBook instead which is miles better and costs about the same.

i got the pro 12.9 m2 chip with 16gb 1tb purely for procreate. and im shocked that procreate cant handle a 300dpi A0 image (more than 2 layers). yet for some reason ps 2022 on an i7 with 16gb ssd and intel hd5500 can handle better. hmmmmmmmm

i only have one because i wanted an apple product in my life haha i bought the m2 11". id sell this if the mini gets a decent cpu upgrade

i bought 11 inch pro because 12,9 inch couldnt be used as a tablet it iş too big, anyone who wants to use iPad pro as a main computer yes lt is capable of doing everything with m2 chip but Apple dont let u to do that becase they cant sell macbooks :)

I got an 12.9" M2 Ipad. It is my first ever apple device, and turned it in to a 2200 Euro laptop, and yes it is a laptop, cost much then a laptop, has all the laptop components, it is marketed as a laptop replacement, so I will review it as a laptop. 1st. I went for the 12.9" because I use it for school, some times to read and write at the same time so I need a big screen and there is no 12.9" Air. 2nd. Before this I had a 3rd gen 12.9" ipad for about 3 months just to see how I use it, so I got some experience Impression out of the gate: m2 is bare minimum of bare minimum upgrade over 3rd gen. writes 3-5% faster then 3rd gen and even now after a month of use, I am not quite sure I like the extra speed. that is it in use: the ipad laptop is again the smallest amount possible above being useless. A professional oriented device with 51q2 GB storage and 8GB of ram, that sells for 2200 Euro, does not work with samba sharing, does not have a full office support, on screen keyboard can't be switch from small to large in 90% of situations, plus a really atrocious interface that does its best to be in your way, like every time you touch the top with your mouse the notification screen covers your entire screen, or if you want to write something in whatsapp, the iOS COVERS YOUR TEXT, and much more. As I saidt it is the first and most likely last Apple device. If this is what Apple is capable to do in 2023, their products are worthless. the silver line for this atrocious experience, is I got to see what reviewers can be trusted or not. When I see channels like macadress sucking that apple pencil about ipads, when they are nearly useless, it is clearly they are just a pr channel for apple. Want an ipad, and don't have a very specific need, go for the cheapest one on the market. Even 3 generation old ipads are literally the same as new ones.

Thank you for your video. It is all way too confusing and my budget is limited.

Hi Julian. I just joined ur team as well. I also notice you wanna sell ur iPad 12.9. Tell me how much you want for might consider buy it of u man. Cheers

The 12.9 is null & void as a traditional iPad to hold. It’s cumbersome, awkward to hold & does away with the intentions of what the iPad was created for. The 11 inch iPad Pro is the perfect size for a tablet that can also double up as a mini laptop with the Magic Keyboard if needed.

This was by far the most useful video when making a decision between an 11" or 12.9" iPad. Thank you!

Had a iPad 12 inch for 9 months and it bent , I believe it is a structural fault cause it bent at the charging point but apple blamed me although I treated it as a baby and took care of it. Would not recommend this ipad end up buying the 11 inch iPad

For browsing id suggest a tab s7+ not an s5e as if u fill up the storage it becomes very laggy becasue of emmc storage.. and u can get an s7+ 2nd hand for 450

A Very Good Analysis. You have a good mind. Keep creating content. You got a new subscriber.

Thanks for your honest review! The macbook air m1 makes a lot more sense than an ipad.

Agree 💯%. Team 11” FTW.

There is the ULTRA coming at 15” they are still working on it.

Apple should kill Mac book,make I pad pro computer,

3:58, how do you multitask like that in a macbook? Is there an app ?

Killer comparison review. You are awesome at this!

Excellent, excellent review and advice. Nice job dude.

I got distracted by the out of focus talking head 😅

Dude. Completely agree with you. Cheers

12.9 for Artists all day🎉🎉🎉🎉

Great....actually, perfect video!

You will sell the 11 inch. Okay now to see what you did do.

I have the 2021 iPad Pro 11 Inch and I love it for me it’s perfect!

The hate the 11 inch surface pro and I took it back and got the 12.9 iPad Pro M1 . I love the size and it’s not heavy at all too me , I never think about the weight .

Do NOT buy the Tab s5e, either buy the S4 or S6 Regular models. The S5E is not compatible with S Pen. And the processor is lacking very hard. I have all 3 of these tablets. S4 has better battery life, s6 has better software.

Keep doing content, ur review was amazing, totally true. is a supplementary device, that doesn’t need keyboard; if you need the keyboard and display, get a MacBook Air

Top notch sir, keep it up and with time I could see you having a serious fallowing. It’s obvious you put a lot of thought into your vid but if you want to grow your channel an equal amount of thought has to go into your background and attire. Please don’t take that the wrong way or let it discourage you at all, I’m just trying to give up a different prospective.

Oh so you don’t have the M1 12 inch.

irst time buying ipad. whats the best choice for future proofing? 258gb m1 or 128gb m2?

The only thing I like about the iPads over the Samsung tab is definitely that 3:2 aspect ratio

I like the cover of your Ipad, which one is it?

This is what im thinking,, if u buy the bigger screen, better go buy the macbook

Aisa kya cheez hai jo sirf tum bata sakte.. Same he toh bataya jo sab ne bataya... Uffff

the most honest review I have seen so far lol

I have the 4th generation iPad Air and am actually very pleased with it

I have three 11inch pros and two 12.9s, one in the fridge. The 11inch is a far better Ping pong racket but if I have to hunt mozzies at night I reach for the bigger one. It can make the difference between a hit or a miss. Hope that helps.

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Very good breakdown

You nailed it!

The truth no one talks about? Your own preference?

This guy is very practical. I agree 11inch pro wins! Excellent reviewer. I went with the 11. Don't be the sheep, be there shepherd people.

Good logical content. 12'" is over kill.. I have a broken iPad air 2nd gen, looking for parts because I miss my iPad so much

I’ve got 2021 11 inch iPad Pro it’s really a great size, i had the 2018 iPad Pro 12.9 inch i was to big I prefer the smaller iPad Pro 11 inch it’s much better for me

I agree. The pro features are irrelevant to me and my life so I decided to upgrade from the iPad 9 to the M1 iPad Air. It’s the same size as the 11 inch pro while also being about the same size as the 9th gen iPad. It’s perfect carrying around and it can be used in a proper desktop setup now as well. Well as soon as they bring back external monitor suppor

Wtf is wrong with your audio dude???????????????

Hi thanks for the nice video! The only reason I’m more leaning towards the 12.9 inch is because book pages will be bigger and almost A4 size, do you think that is right?

Think that the big pro is intentionally designed as a niche (i.e. more "pro") model aiming at creators who are appreciating a bigger canvas / display to use with the pencil and who also appreciate the bigger diagonal to arrange and layout stuff. Your point is very valid to emphasize the iPad as a complimentary device, it never was nor is a replacement for a proper computer.