Suggestion to choose an iPad for 10 year old

I am planning to get an ipad for my 10 years old. Mainly for digital drawing. Which model is recommended?


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Original Title: Ipad for 10 years old

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Posted on Aug 20, 2025 04:38 PM

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Aug 21, 2025 03:21 PM in response to nasira177

For a 10 year old, you might be best advised to choose the entry-level iPad (A16) - also known as the iPad11 - this being the most robust of the available iPad models, typically used in Educational settings.


Adding a suitable fitted case is highly advisable to protect the iPad from inevitable drops and potential mishandling.


iPad 11-inch (A16) - Apple

https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HQFA2ZM/A/stm-dux-plus-for-ipad-a16


To this you might add either a first generation Apple Pencil, or the USB-C Pencil - both being compatible with the iPad (A16):

https://store.apple.com/xc/product/MYQW3ZM/A

https://store.apple.com/xc/product/MUWA3ZM/A


The second generation Apple Pencil and Apple Pencil Pro are not compatible with the iPad (A16). Should you choose a different iPad model and intend to use an Apple Pencil, ensure that you choose a compatible Pencil as different Pencil's work with different iPad models:

Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support


Suggestion to choose an iPad for 10 year old

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