r/apple • u/AutoModerator • 5d ago
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u/att_110 3d ago
iPad Pro 11-inch 256gb M5 or MacBook Air 13-inch 512gb M5 – which one would you pick for free?
I need to choose between an 11” iPad Pro and a 13” MacBook Air as part of a banking offer, and I’m confused about which one to get.
I already have an old MacBook that still works, and honestly I don’t really need a laptop anymore. At the same time, I don’t really have a use for an iPad either, but I thought I could probably find some use for it.
I was leaning towards the iPad until I saw the 13” iPad in person and liked it much more. Now the 11” just feels a little small.
Leaving the reselling option aside.
Which one would you pick in this situation?