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I ditched my MacBook and went iPad Pro-only for five years. I had three of them along the way (original 12.9, original 10.5, and second-gen 11), including working from home via an iPad Pro throughout 2020. It never didn’t feel problematic, and nothing Apple added ever fixed that feeling for me. Not better processing power. Not better displays or camera systems. Surprisingly for me, not a Magic Keyboard trackpad, either. This year I migrated back to an M1 MacBook and demoted my iPad Pro to my sofa-surfing device, and it felt unbelievably liberating. The problem is not having a fully windowed desktop for completely unfettered multitasking. I tried living exclusively without one for five solid years. Now that I have one again, I can’t imagine going back from MacOS to iPadOS again. It’s just such a self-inflicted, unnecessary limitation, and I regret the five years I wasted trusting Tim Cook that an iPad Pro is a viable daily driver. It’s not. Split View and Slide Over are bandaids for not having robust multitasking. Actual robust multitasking makes everything so much easier.

I bought M1 Macbook Air and I haven’t regret a second of buying it! It’s excellent!

I can't afford either of them, so I watch tons of videos about them

I had a pro with the magic keyboard and realized I was just using it like it was a laptop 100% of the time, so I sold it and got a MacBook and realized you just can’t replace Mac OS.

Actually, the iPad can open 3 apps at the same time too. Just click the 3rd app you want and drag to the center of 2 apps you open and you’ll get the 3 rd app.

You don’t have to press and hold on the trackpad to bring up the menu for apps on the Home Screen. Just do a two finger tap and it comes right up.

“Because you can’t use the apple pencil with a mac unless you get a different ipad with like sidekick or whatever else” aight im sure it was “car” tho hahahahahahah

Some of the reviews for this don't make sense. This kzfaq.infoUgkxUGaHtKW8MwCql2fPyIm9-ftTqSMzKFFA works as well as any power strip I've used. Plug in what you need, be sensible about it & keep it movin' The construction is plastic but it's a sturdy piece. It has a single toggle switch & the swivel jacks are useful as well. Plugged in next to Tripp Lite Isobar takes some of these reviews with a pinch of sumthin' - does what it says & functions properly.Had for about a month. Perfect no complaints will update if anything changes.

Waiting out for wwdc to see Apple’s plan for M1 iPad before deciding.

In our country here are the starting price of these machines at an  store: iPad Pro M1 (11-inch) + Magic Keyboard = 1,322 USD iPad Pro M1 (12.9-inch) + Magic Keyboard = 1,740 USD macBook Air = 1,153 USD macBook Pro = 1,510 USD ...MBA is the cheapest of the bunch

Great video! Really revolutionary chip! I missed a test with a final cut.

I’m “in the can” for iOS apps, and I’ve been a “fanboy” for over 10 years. I’m quite comfortable with the platform. I have a Windows desktop computer that the iPad compliments perfectly. I don’t “sweat” file management because of Dropbox and other utilities. “Life is good.” 😎

I went with the 11" iPad Pro since I don't need another laptop. I needed something that was more portable and better screen so I went with the iPad Pro.

It's really sad, because the M1 iPad with Mini LED would be the perfect tool for Photographers if iPadOS wasn't artificially limited by Apple. Things like the files app, the external storage situation, the artificial limit to RAM usage, the Thunderbolt inconsistencies... etc. It has a better display, touch screen, better sound, etc, but you can do so much more on a Macbook Air for the sole reason that the software can push the hardware all the way. If you get an iPad and Apple never unlocks that potential you're stuck with a "better/worse" product.

I’ve think we have forgotten that the iPad Pro is an iPad lol

Damn I miss my M1 iPad Pro! Had to bring it in for repairs due to some audio issues. Hope I get it back on Monday!

For me the decision is do I need a full functioning computer or do I need an expensive toy. I'm not an artist so don't need pencil capability nor am I a video editor so the incredible speed difference doesn't matter. Touch screen interface is really nice but not essential for my needs. If it was essential for me to buy one or the other, I would choose the MacBook Air. However, for someone else who has totally different needs, they may choose the iPad Pro. And, if money is not an issue, and you like to have the newest and greatest, buy both. That would make Apple very happy. Good review. Thanks.

I love my MacBook Air so far, but the number of times I've tried to tap the screen is embarrassing 😂

MacOS has so much support from developer for professional use.

I’m getting the iPad Pro simply because it’s more futuristic, has rounded corners touch screen, and has cameras. If apple went back in time a 2021 iPad Pro in 2008 everyone would need it.

I see it as a matter of needs vs. wants. If you need cameras, a touchscreen, or (potentially) cellular connectivity, the iPad is your choice. If you don’t, the MacBook Air is a far better value. If you want something more futuristic, or just have a specific preference for the iPad environment, go with the iPad with the knowledge that this is a preference-based decision, rather than meeting a specific need. In my case, I started off with an iPad first, and I’ve gotten used to the software limitations in a way that they do not affect my workflow, and being able to get work done on online while using mass transit is an added benefit. In addition, while I do use the camera for scanning documents, the wide angle and LiDAR are not quite useful for my case.

The limiting factor for the iPad Pro is of course iPadOS. The software has definitely gone a long way, and I can do quite a lot of productivity with it. But it still has tiny but numerous limitations like not having precise control over audio, not being to play multiple audio sources at once, and Safari having weird optimization issues when using the iPad cursor. There’s a lot more missing like extended monitor support and a full file management system, but the list is just too. All of these limitations are due to the fact that iPadOS is still based on iOS, which means it’s going to inherit many of its phone-based limitations. iPadOS needs to be fundamentally rewritten to where it’s fundamentally based on MacOS and make it more touch-optimized.

I love the design of the new iPad Pro. I just can't get over the cost. I paid roughly the same for a new iMac. However, the decision really boils down to whether you want the touchscreen/pencil experience vs the full suit of macOS experience. That might slightly change after WWDC. I don't think iPad will get macOS but I don't see why they would put in this powerhouse chip which is big overkill, if they don't intend on releasing at least some pro apps.

You can buy the new ipad air+ disconted MBA for around the same price as that iPad Pro setup, let that sink in

Better get the MacBook Air and iPad Air for the same price like the 12.9 M1 iPad Pro with magic keyboard. I returned my iPad Pro 12.9 M1 because I started to use it like a laptop (thanks to the magic Keyboard) ans iPad OS and the apps are just too limited for a „laptop“. I think the better solution is to get the MacBook Air and the iPad Air for the the same price. You benefit from both worlds (iPadOS and Mac OS)

I have a MacBook Air and honestly I’m thinking about swapping it for a iPad Pro 12.9. I basically only use my laptop for watching tv and FaceTiming. The difference in sound quality really sold me on the iPad Pro

I want the new iPad Pro with the keyboard and use it as a laptop on the go with remote desktop. I need the iPad with the pencil to take notes in college and I could also remote into my Gaming PC to do coding for school assignments. Win-Win in my situation.

If you are a high tech enthousiast, especially an Apple enthousiast, and if you can afford it, just buy the two. I own an 11 inch M1 iPad Pro and a 13 inch M1 MacBook Pro, they are two parts of a whole. The iPad is my light weight computer than can do almost everything evrywhere I take it, and the MacBook is the computer I use when I want to do more advanced stuff with a bigger screen and a proper keyboard and trackpad, while sitting at my desk

I have a MacBook Air but after using the iPad for such a long time I actually find iPads split screen multitasking easier and more efficient. On the Mac I constantly have to resize windows and worry about one window covering the other one etc. I say iPadOS multitasking has its strengths.

The deciding factor b/w these two will be the app support for air vs the touch screen for ipad

The iPad will never be able to be on the same level until they have the same level of software

Man you guys are the best reviewers ever. I really like watching your videos. Love from The Netherlands

The biggest selling point of iPad for me is its ability to write on it. As a law student, I need to write a lot and instead of writing on paper, I can just use iPad and I think basic office apps can be done in IPAD as well.

Yesterday I bought my Macbook Pro M1 to replace my 2019 Macbook Air, it's really fast and doesn't heat up I need to keep testing it installing wacom drivers and more things, for now this new apple chip is impressive

I love the iPad, but file management is terrible :(. I still bought my M1 iPad for other stuff. Just not sure if I should’ve gone with white Magic Keyboard. It gets dirty lol.

Got a M1 iPad Pro with a Combo Touch. Best laptop set up I ever had. Logic tech makes amazing keyboards

Those 2 devices are very different beasts that share many commonalities. For me, it has to be the 12.9 iPad Pro, but with the Brydge Max+ keyboard. It is £100 cheaper than the Magic keyboard. It has that all important top row of function and media keys. It has a larger, highly responsive and smooth trackpad and it has the premium look and feel that matches Apple’s own products. Because it has Bluetooth connectivity, it does not need to be attached to the iPad to function, there are so many situations and applications where this feature is invaluable! Yes, the iPad Pro sti has limitations, but in it’s current form, it is still in it’s infancy and restricted only by the software yet to be updated and the apps yet to be developed or bought across. I think that the M1 iPad Pro, Brydge Max+ and Apple Pencil combination, is the most versatile computing device out there. It blows all other tablets out of the water and gives even the most powerful, workhorse laptops a run for their money. With it’s, as yet, untapped potential, it is also pretty future proof. I’m not a gamer, so can’t pass comment on it’s pros or cons in that regard. It can work out expensive, depending on the spec you go for. But, bare in mind, you are not just buying an iPad. You are buying into Apples eco system, Apples after sales and second to none customer support and to my way of thinking and from my own experience with Apple products, that more than justifies the higher price. I sit behind a windows desktop for 45 hours a week at work. Outside of work Apple take care of all my computing needs, with my iPad Pro being my main go to device. Finally, in regards to price, Apple products do maintain a very high resale, or, trade in price.

For my uses, if the 12.9” M1 IPP would improve the file manager, run a plug-in compatible browser *AND* be able to run desktop Excel (with Pivot Table, Pivot Chart and Slicer support), I wouldn’t need a Macbook of any type. Without these however, I need another machine for getting my stuff done.

Im having a 2020 version ipad pro 12.9 and it’s awesome but I got a MBA M1 though just because you can’t replace mac os. It’s much better with files and photoshop

Could you compare the Logitech combo touch for iPad Pro vs the Magic Keyboard?

I have the iPad Pro/magic keyboard/apple pencil setup and my only regret is getting the smaller of the iPads instead of the bigger one. It was a concern about the 12.9 inch iPad Pro being too big to fit into the tablet sleeve in my daily use backpack that led me to the smaller one, and while the bigger ipad for sure wouldnt fit, i think i would rather have the bigger screen and make due with using the laptop sleeve in my backpack for travel. Oh well, i might have to trade in and make an upgrade next year since ive had this setup for a year or so now.

I like the comparison but it obviously comes down to use case. The touch screen and pencil is such a huge advantage for some people that it makes an iPad more useful than a MacBook.

I have a friend who asked which to buy out of these two and I told her that I honestly thought for the price of the 12.9 iPad Pro with the magic keyboard case and 256GB of storage, I’d just get a base MacBook Air and a base model 11inch iPad Pro, both which are on sale. The cost difference with them on sale would be $150 more than just the 12.9 iPad Pro with the magic keyboard and 256GB. But now you have a dedicated tablet that is much more portable, and a full fledged computer as well and the cost difference isn’t too much more. This is the same set up I got my wife but since she’s a teacher we were able to get it to where it was just $100 more. Because I’m different, I went with the 12.9 iPad Pro with 256GB and 5G and the Logitech Combo Touch and an Apple Pencil and after all was said and done I spent $1400 for everything because of deals and discounts so not too terrible

Bruh an I pad is an I pad a Mac book is a MacBook they serve different use cases if you want a laptop replacement just get the Mac book currently the I pad can’t replace a computer

Switching from iPad Pro 12.9 2020-model to MacBook Air M1 2020 tomorrow, really looking forward to getting my hands on it. Haven't owned a Mac since I had MacBook Pro 4-5 years ago, has been iPads ever since.

Issue with iPad Pro is no proper ejecting for hard drive. Because of this my hard drive was corrupted. Also not full feature of MS Office when compared to the Macbook version. These are why I sold my 2021 iPad Pro and went back to Macbook Air.

The most environmentally friendly thing apple can do is let ipad install macos

Max : The blooming is there but it's hard to see Me with myopia : I can see blooming on my OLED screen 👁️👄👁️

Laptops:you took everything away from me IPad Pro:i don’t even know who you are

5:30, guy was about to get blocked by KZfaq lol

If I had to choose just one, I'd choose a computer personally. I think iPads are funner to use though for a lot of things.

I wish you guys would compare the magic keyboard with the new Logitech Combo Touch for the 12.9 iPad Pro. I got with my iPad and love it! I like it a bit more than the magic keyboard for a few reasons and I find the trackpad to be better, at least to me.

Coming from ipad 12.9 from 2018, and I don’t have any other device no laptop no phone, the ipad is a joy to use the things you can do is overwhelming you can study in every aspect like taking notes by typing or by handwriting the AppStore has amazing apps for a wide variety of workflow, the batter life on the iPad is very good but nothing like the m1 MacBooks, the ipad screen is much better than the mac, and I’m waiting for the next MacBook air that’ll come next year

I really like how you mention something that is on one device and not the other such as IOS apps on the MB Air, but you also mention that they don’t work 100%. Very cool!

A great comparison video, it’s always cool to see the differences with the build and the OS but the massive price difference almost makes them incomparable.

actually, we can buy macbook air and 2018 11 inch ipad pro instead of buying 12.9 inch 2021 ipad pro for the same price.

Bought the M1 iPad Pro 12.9 with Pencil + Magic Keyboard and never looked back.

After using PCs and Macs all my life, I got the 12.9 iPad with the Magic Keyboard to try out. I do have a 32-inch beast gaming PC. I literally use the iPad for everything, except deep work sessions or advanced gaming. iPads are the future of computing for Apple.

hey vaddim I don't ask for this very much to any tech reviewer out there but im really really in need of a device for my classes and school work just recently my laptop ran into a problem and now it doesn't work so I don't have a laptop at home and its really really difficult. in addition to this my mom being a teacher now uses her phone as well which Is what me and my brother have been forced to stick to from the last 2 years..............i know its too much to ask but I really really wish if u guys could do like a GIVEAWAY of literally any device (doesn't matter if its a MBA or iPad Air as well) that could really help us out in that way and ill be humbly grateful to u guys for that well other than that I want u to know that I've been following your channel for an extremely long time and I really appreciate the effort u put into each and every video kudos to both of u and we as a team will definitely hit a MILLION subscribers 💪🏻

I will always choose the Macbook as long as you cannot install MacOS on the ipad or "something" similar. I am a developer btw.

Im a medical student and use procreate and photoshop to my work, it was easy to me: ipad pro. If somebody want to buy a mba, he want to use it to office, mail, internet, etc… It’s not a performance machine and you can do on the ipad too. Only thing what u can’t: torrent, but you get a much better display and a more fluid os if you learn it. Becouse of the touchs. It’s more intuitive, easy to use. After all i think if you need a real power machine buy a mbp, but if you want a simple stuff the ipad is better choice than the mba.

I bought an M1 at bnh last month for 899 delivered. Cant beat that!

I think it’s safe to say I’m going to get a 11 inch M1 iPad Pro 2TB and a Refurbished 16GB/2TB MacBook Air. I need both😂😂

I am Tech Support Manager and tried the MacBook Air but decided to go with the 12.9 M1 IPad. I can do everything I need on the iPaD and have the extra functionality of the ipad. It seems all the videos focus on Video/Photo editing. I do neither. But, with the pencil I can sigh security access forms, remotely login to Citrix, Cisco and VMware Horizon, watch videos, etc… Very happy with my iPad Pro and magic keyboard with pencil.

Essentially, if you need a laptop, buy the MBA, I have one and it's great. If you need a good touchscreen and would like to stay productive, probably cough up the extra to get the iPad. If you need a laptop and want a touchscreen, buy the Macbook and get an iPad Air 2020. It will be a similar price to just the iPad Pro with no compromises, if you match the specs the iPad costs at least $200 more the the MBA and iPad Air combined.

I just bought the iPad Pro 11’ 1 hour before your video… I choose the iPad because of the smaller footprint, and mostly for a standard usage, and it’s more than enough to me, plus I can use it anywhere in my house. For my usage it replace my laptop 90% of the time. I keep my windows laptop for gaming and printing stuff once every 4month. One example that really matters to me is being able to read pdf on my balcony while having a smoke or in the kitchen (recipe) or in bed without needing a lot of place and muscles. And pro-motion for that use is dope! For photo editing, I currently use Snapseed which is enough for my amateur skills. For video editing, lumafusion is just the best for iPad. 11´ is enough to me. But hey, that just my usage. Of course one could have different needs. FYI, I had an iPad Pro 10.5 2017 (a10x) for 2 years till yesterday.

Let's to the straight fact that both are equally amazing costly, only difference would be the stylus and the designer aspect. If you are guy who rarely uses the magicpen and never do any designing or photo editing then the macbook is the one for you

Dude you were super on these two devices, like every single detail I wanted to know in order to make a more educated purchase! Thank you! New sub.

It took a year but now on iPadOS 16 the files app is much better. Not to mention the stage manager. So now the iPad is much better for multitasking than in the past

Food for thought, you can buy a MacBook Air maxed out with 2TB and 16GB of RAM plus a base 11” iPad Pro for the same money as a maxed out 12.9 iPad Pro, Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard. That’s ridiculous.

It all depends on what you’ll use it for. Also there’s ways around to use windows stuff on iPad. If you only needed something for emails, web browser, some documents you’ll be good with the iPad Pro. Lots of people at my job use the iPad and just dock it.

I want to see what the white magic keyboard looks like after a few months of heavy use before I consider buying it. It looks amazing

1. External display support is capable in ipad pro. Just get the proper adapter and plug it to the usb c.. 2. File system is ok. Maybe your sample hard drive has a problem. 3. Muti tasking is also good in ipad pro. Open the third app on top of the 2 you just opened sidebydside. This third floats and you can even more and more on top of the other.

I think pencil is more important then magic keyboard for iPad Pro

I have an M1 base MacBook Air and a 2018 iPad Pro. I have to say, I'm not very impressed with how my photos come out when I use the MacBook for photo editing. I think I'm going to stick with the iPad in the future because photo editing is what I do most. Plus, one must consider how the iPad is a more secure device according to what I've read. The iPad's screen ratio is also more native to photo editing. You "productivity" people can keep the MacBooks, this "creative" type will keep his iPad.

Never was a fan of a touch screen in the past but the touch screen on the iPad Pro 12.9 + Magic Keyboard is fire!

iPad OS vs MacOS, “Apples” to Oranges :P

Have you considered trying to use the light room iOS app on the Macbook and comparing the lightroom export that way? Also, isn't the Macbook having to use that translation layer because of Lightroom being an x86_64 program?

Hey Max, would you consider starting to film in HDR?

Well I have a solution for that function keys , you can basically tell siri to do those things and its hands free😂

Me: iPad Pro = miniature iMac, Macbook Air replacement touchscreen and replacement to my notes. Apple: I think you’re being unreasonable here.

Good video, it does remind me though of why I've been hesitant to hop into Apple. I've been eyeing M1 products since their launch but their products seem so fragmented. Like the iPad has great hardware, but it hamstrung by so many os limitations. Likewise the M1 Mac looks great, but no touchscreen kills it for me. So I ended up just getting the HP Spectre x360 14 Oled instead that does it all. I'll still keep an eye on Apple silicon products, hopefully one day they add in the missing pieces.

Will you be doing comparison Microsoft Surface 7 pro vs M1 iPad Pro

It’s cheaper to spend $1549 on just an iPad Pro then to buy a MacBook Air + iPad Pro. The iPad can do almost everything the MacBook Air can do. But the MacBook Air is missing pencil support, missing cellular, missing MiniLED, you can’t use it in the bathroom, you can’t use it while sitting in front of a steering wheel, it doesn’t have a rear camera, it has a crappy front camera, you can’t use it in portrait mode, it’s missing shortcuts, iOS apps work better on the iPad, iPad speakers are WAY better, and the Air doesn’t synchronize as well with your iPhone.

I going to buy iPad Pro 12.9 2021 2TB.So satisfying to watch best review on KZfaq….

A review I have been waiting for.

the fact we’re comparing an ipad to an actual laptop to see which is a better laptop just shows the power of this ipad. they really shouldn’t be comparable

Omg thank you homie. Seriously I am so glad I clicked on this video because if there's one thing that I have a lot of is files. I really want the iPad because it's way newer but if it lacks those capabilities that I need as far as storing my files I would totally just go with the traditional laptop

For college students. iPad Pro 12.9 Pros: Can take notes by writing with stylus which is nice for chemistry, math, art, design, ect. Allowing for advanced figure drawling and quicker notes if you are bad at typing. Also easier to stay organized with slides instead of hundreds of notes on paper. IOS 15 will probably enhance closer to Mac OS Cons: Expensive. Doesn’t have Mac OS equivalent software currently.

Been waiting for this as well

Basically if you wanna take advantage of the touch screen, use it for watching videos, editing photos and you're an artist then get the ipad pro. But if you want to maximize your productivity and want amazing file management. Edit videos, etc. then get the macbook air. I dunno just my opinion

I bought iPad Pro 12.9 inch 2021 and it works with me without any problems and IOS15 works fine and the microphones on the big iPad Pro sounds great and I bought a thunderbolt 3 SSD and it works very nice with iOS15

I have a 2015 MacBook Air which I use for all my work, still more than capable for Pages and Keynote plus photo editing. Use my iPad mini 6 for gaming and making quick notes. Happy with my combination. The iPad is restricted with iPad os.

Every single KZfaqr fails to include the caveat, “and you can do this the same way with the previous 2 generations of iPad Pros, with much less software flexibility than MacOS”

Seems like one could trim down the price (and weight) of the iPad pro system by going with that Keyboard folio rather than the MagicKB. I prefer the MagicKB. Also, a lot of people don’t even understand a file system, so for them the iPad is better. Finally, the iPad is just cooler than any mundane laptop.

Bought the MacBook Pro M1 just for the fact you get a fan and helps with thermal throttle. Also really enjoy the Touch Bar… sad that’s going away. Absolutely love it. Can’t wait for the new MacBook.

You can run windows on MacBook but not on iPad. This is huge for compatibility.

The differences in two features were all I needed to decide: speakers and display. It is settled. Getting the 12.9" iPad Pro with Magic KB first. Then, the MBA in the Fall @ latest...only to see if any HW deisgn updates come to fruition.