At a minimum, you need to buy an iPad that runs iPadOS 13.2 or newer. Just make sure that Procreate works with the used iPad you choose. You can see their selection of used, renewed, and refurbished iPads here. My favorite place to buy used electronics is Amazon. You can find used iPads on eBay, Craigslist, or more. The most economical option when buying an iPad for Procreate is to buy a used iPad. For Procreate, you want to prioritize screen size and the iPad Mini is just too small. You can also look at the iPad Mini, but I wouldn’t recommend it. If you want a new iPad, one that has a lower price tag than the iPad Pro, check out the iPad Air or the standard iPad. If the iPad Pro is too much an investment right now, there are a lot of other iPad choices to consider. That said, the iPad Pro isn’t your only option for Procreate.

If you can afford an iPad Pro, it is definitely worth it if you plan to use Procreate on a regular basis. The camera is amazing, the horsepower is insane, and the screen is beautiful. Procreate aside, the iPad Pro is a stellar device for so many other reasons. This will make your art look vibrant and stunning. Most iPads have 500 nits max brightness, while the iPad Pro has 600.

3) Lastly, in relation to Procreate, you’ll get a brighter screen on the iPad Pro than the other iPad models.

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