How do you choose the right storage capacity for your iPad?
Operating system also uses storage
You can't expand the storage of your iPad with a memory card, so it's important to choose the right amount when you buy it. Keep in mind that the operating system of the iPad also uses some of the storage capacity. If you choose 128GB of storage, you'll never have 128GB of free storage space. Have you calculated in advance how much storage you need on your device? Add about 20 percent to that number. That way, you're sure to have enough space. Using cloud services for storage is also an option, of course. These do cost money though.
1TB and 2TB: for professional photographers
With the Apple iPad 1TB and 2TB, you'll never have to worry about storage space again. You should choose 1 or 2TB storage if you're a professional photographer and want to edit some photos or videos on site, for example. The Apple iPad 1TB and 2TB can run the most demanding programs and apps. You can store about 200,000 photos or 120 hours of HD video recordings on 1TB. All Apple iPad Pro models are available with 1TB. The 2TB version is only available for the iPad Pro (2021).
512GB: for the designers
Do you often work with graphic design programs like Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator? In that case, it's smart to choose more storage. With a 512GB storage capacity on your iPad, you'll have enough storage for these demanding programs and all of your creations. You can easily forward your designs to clients from your iPad. The 512GB version is available for all iPad Pro models.
256GB: for those who work on the go
A 256GB storage capacity is always a solid choice. You can download all your favorite apps and the latest games without worrying about storage. You can easily save your holiday photos and videos on an iPad with 256GB. Download a season of your favorite series for on the plane, for example. You might need to remove some unnecessary apps once a year, but there's no need for a big clear-out. The Apple iPad Mini 5, Air 2019 / 2020, and iPad Pro are available with a 256GB storage capacity.
128GB: for the collectors
The Apple iPad with 128GB has enough space to save over 30,000 photos or 1280 minutes of videos. Do you like to try out the newest apps and are you not a big fan of clear-outs? Then 128GB is more than enough for you. You can save about 1280 to 5000 apps. With 128GB, you won't run out of space any time soon. This storage capacity is available on the iPad Mini and iPad 2019 / 2020.
64GB or less: for internet users
An iPad with 64GB storage or less is suitable if you want to browse the internet, check your email, Facetime, or watch series. It's enough storage capacity to download apps and play some games. You can save several episodes or playlists offline from streaming services like Netflix and Spotify, but you need to remove them when you don't need them anymore. Do you use many different demanding apps and want to be able to save entire seasons offline on your iPad? Choose an iPad with more storage.
