Here’s how you can get a refurbished iPad for under $300

TL;DR: As of Dec. 24, you can snag a refurbished 9.7-inch iPad (sixth generation) for just $279.99 rather than $459. That’s 39% in savings.

The new year might be the right time for an upgrade. Whether you work from home or just need a new device to stream on, a nice iPad could be an excellent tablet to have around. A new iPad might bust your budget, but buying refurbished is a great way to mix quality with affordability. This 6th generation iPad has only superficial signs that it has been used, and it’s on sale for $279.99 (Reg. $459). 

Save on a refurbished iPad 

This iPad is 4G-unlocked, so all you need is a SIM card and a plan from AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, Straight Talk, Boost Mobile, US Cellular, and T-Mobile carriers to use the internet anywhere you can get a signal. If you’re a remote worker, that could make it easier to have a leisurely work day at a coffee shop instead of staying glued to your desk at home. 

Snap a few photos with the 8MP rear-facing iSight camera or join a web call with the 1.2MP front-facing FaceTime camera. Get a stand and a Bluetooth keyboard, and this tablet might even be a lighter, more portable stand-in for a laptop. 

Keep your iPad safe with the included snap-on black case. The screen already has a tempered glass protector installed on it. Your order also comes with a Lightning cable and AC adapter. The only thing you’ll have to decide is what apps to load it up with. You’ve got 32GB of local storage and 2GB RAM to put to work, and there’s a lot this iPad can do. 

An affordable tablet for work or fun

As tech prices climb, buying refurbished might become a more common way of upgrading your devices. It’s certainly better for the environment. For a limited time, get a refurbished 6th-generation iPad on sale for $279.99 (reg. $459). 

Prices subject to change.