There are many different sizes of the apple iPad. I have had my iPad for a few years at this point. I never looked back to a MacBook. Not only is it capable to do just about everything school wise a laptop can, but the ultra sensitive touch screen is worth it for artists. I have the best iPad for procreate in my opinion. However, it depends on what you are looking for in your procreate experience.

With Procreate, you can simulate a variety of traditional art mediums. This includes pencils, paints, and brushes, using advanced brush engine technology. The app supports pressure sensitivity and tilt functionality with compatible styluses. This allows for precise control and natural-looking strokes.

In this post, I will list (with amazon affiliate links) The best iPad for each interest in your personal procreate experience you are looking for. It is important to note that when youre learning how to use procreate, all of these device options operate the same in terms of settings and functions, so the device will not affect the usage other than size of the screen and visuals.

Personally, I like the newer models that include Apple Pencil 2 compatibility in specific because it is the better Apple Pencil, so all of the ones listed below are available with that. As we know in the world of Apple, new is always better, and in this case it is actually true.

What Kind of Features Should I Compare?

Every iPad has slightly different features. This makes them customizable for the artist. Here are some things to consider when picking out an iPad for digital artwork:

  • Screen Size: There are many different options for screen size with iPads. For example, If you are someone who likes to work on the go, you would more likely require a smaller screen size. If you are someone who likes to multitask, you might need a larger screen.
  • Storage: If you are constantly pumping out artwork or producing art that requires more power, you need a higher storage. The more storage, the better! However, if you do not need excess, than take into consideration that you should not pay extra for something that you do not need.
  • Processors: Same as storage, the more detailed and large the artwork, the better the processor must be. The newer the processor, like an M1 or M2 chip, the better response time procreate has.
  • Apple Pencil Compatibility: The most important feature in using procreate is that you have an Apple Pencil. It is such a unique experience. The Pencil mimics real life differences in pressure, opacity, etc that you would get from a paint brush or utensil.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9” (Newest Generation)

This is the largest, fastest option. I personally have this model, and it is especially incredible for college students or remote workers. The screen allows for multitasking capabilities at the largest scale, and the liquid Retina display is exceptional.

What Kind of Artist Would Benefit the Most from this Model?

I think that the most advanced procreate artist would benefit from this. You can maximize the highest amount of layers, the biggest scale, and the most detail. Also, this can be a beginner iPad for procreate if you are thinking that you will be using it often.

Pricing:

The lowest price for this ipad can start at $1099 and goes all the way up to $2199 depending on how much storage and extras you want.

  1. Display:
    • Size: 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
    • Resolution: 2732 x 2048 pixels
    • ProMotion technology with support for 120Hz refresh rate
    • True Tone display
    • P3 wide color gamut
    • HDR display with Dolby Vision support
  2. Processor:
    • Apple M1/M2 chip with 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU
    • 16-core Neural Engine
    • This is a ridiculously fast processor
  3. Storage:
    • Available in various storage capacities: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB
  4. Memory (RAM):
    • Configurable with 8GB or 16GB of unified memory
  5. Battery:
    • Built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
    • Up to 10 hours of web surfing, video playback, or music playback
    • Configurable with 8GB or 16GB of unified memory

Apple iPad Pro 11” (Newest Generation)

This is the closest to the option above for a cheaper cost. If you are not too hung up on the size of the screen (11” is already a good screen size!) then this is the iPad for you. It offers basically everything that the 12.9” does except for some random upgrades and of course the screen size.

What Kind of Artist Would Benefit the Most from this Model?

The artist that is looking for all of the best and fastest specs while operating on a budget, or just does not need that large of a screen. People that want to work on a screen that is smaller and easier to focus on, yet are looking for fast speeds and ample storage should invest in this iPad.

Pricing:

The lowest price on this iPad $799 and goes up to $1899.

  1. Display:
    • Size: 11-inch Liquid Retina display
    • Resolution: 2388 x 1668 pixels
    • ProMotion technology with support for 120Hz refresh rate
    • True Tone display
    • P3 wide color gamut
    • HDR display with Dolby Vision support
  2. Processor:
    • Apple M1/M2 chip with 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU
    • 16-core Neural Engine
  3. Storage:
    • Available in various storage capacities: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB
  4. Memory (RAM):
    • Configurable with 8GB or 16GB of unified memory
  5. Battery:
    • Built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
    • Up to 10 hours of web surfing, video playback, or music playback

Apple iPad Air (Newest Generation)

This is the cheapest, closest to full size, option. This is just a touch smaller than the 11” of course, but the main difference here lies in the processor. This more closely resembles the functionality of a tablet, and less of a computer like the Pro options.

What Kind of Artist Would Benefit the Most from this Model?

This would benefit student artists the best that are looking for great specs, but are operating on more of a budget. This iPad would also be great for hobby-ists.

Pricing:

This iPad ranges from $599 to $749 for the most updated versions, making it a lot more cost-effective compared to the other models.

  1. Display:
    • Size: 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display
    • Resolution: 2360 x 1640 pixels
    • True Tone display
    • Wide color display (P3)
    • Fully laminated display
    • Anti-reflective coating
    • 500 nits brightness
  2. Processor:
    • Apple A14 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU and 4-core GPU
    • 16-core Neural Engine
  3. Storage:
    • Available in various storage capacities: 64GB and 256GB
  4. Memory (RAM):
    • Configurable with 4GB of RAM
  5. Battery:
    • Built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
    • Up to 10 hours of web surfing, video playback, or music playback

Apple iPad Mini (Newest Generation)

Not only is this the cheapest brand new Apple Pencil compatible iPad available right now, but it also is the most compact.

What Kind of Artist Would Benefit the Most from this Model?

The artist that is always on the go. Artists that use their iPad like a notebook would heavily enjoy this iPad, and it is the most tablet-like out of all of them while also being able to handle in depth applications like procreate.

Pricing:

This iPad ranges from $499 to $649, which is extremely reasonable for any computerized brand new device.

  1. Display:
    • Size: 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display
    • Resolution: 2266 x 1488 pixels
    • True Tone display
    • Wide color display (P3)
    • Fully laminated display
    • Anti-reflective coating
    • 500 nits brightness
  2. Processor:
    • Apple A15 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU
    • 16-core Neural Engine
  3. Storage:
    • Available in various storage capacities: 64GB and 256GB
  4. Memory (RAM):
    • Not officially disclosed by Apple
  5. Battery:
    • Built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
    • Up to 10 hours of web surfing, video playback, or music playback

FAQs

What is Procreate?

Procreate is a powerful digital painting and illustration app designed for creative professionals and artists. It is primarily used on iPad and iPhone devices and offers a wide range of tools and features to create artwork. It is used for most forms of digital art and is one of the best on the market.

Learn more about what makes the app popular in my blog post about it!

How much is the Procreate app?

The Procreate app is a one time fee of $12.99. Flat rate is always the better option for an investment application. Most other applications have monthly fees, which quickly adds up.

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