Prime Day just knocked iPad 11 down to its lowest price ever — and it's the only iPad anyone could really need

There are a bunch of perks to having an iPad. The large screen is great, and the Apple Pencil stylus is excellent. But I've never been convinced that the more expensive iPad Pro and iPad Air models are worth it. Not when the entry-level iPad 11 is just as functional — even if it isn't quite as advanced.

Especially when you consider how cheaply you can pick up Apple's basic iPad during sales events like Amazon Prime Day. Right now, you can pick up the iPad 11-inch for just $279 at Amazon. That's 20% off the usual $349 price tag, and saves you $70 on the usual retail price.

If you're looking for an iPad, you don't need to spend a lot of money on an iPad Pro or iPad Air. The entry-level iPad 11 works perfectly for all your basic tablet needs, whether you want to read, write, draw or stream