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iPad Pro Which iPad Pro do you prefer? 10.5 or 12.9 inch? [Poll]

Which iPad Pro do you prefer?

  • iPad Pro 10.5"

    Votes: 251 55.2%

  • iPad Pro 12.9"

    Votes: 204 44.8%
  • Total voters
    455
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marpixct

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I saw a lot of post about the new iPad Pro 10.5 or 12.9 inch. But any with a comprensive poll on user's preferences.

So let's make a poll.

Which do you prefer? And Why?

For me, I like the bigger one. It guarantee me the extra space needed for my work.
And I think also that iOS 11 will fit on it like a tailored dress.
 
marpixct said:
I saw a lot of post about the new iPad Pro 10.5 or 12.9 inch. But any with a comprensive poll on user's preferences.

So let's make a poll.

Which do you prefer? And Why?

For me, I like the bigger one. It guarantee me the extra space needed for my work.
And I think also that iOS 11 will fit on it like a tailored dress.
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I prefer the 12.9 iPad. Mainly because of the larger display size, battery life, and also utilizes the full iPad user interface, where as the 10.5 iPad you sizes 50/50 iPhone user interface. Also, the sound on the 12.9 iPad is outstanding. I don't have an issue with the larger size, being I can adapt to it and ultimately it offers a better viewing experience.
 
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How is the typing experience for those who use the 10.5" with a keyboard? I never could get on with the keyboard on my 9.7", I found it way too cramped. I figured if I was going to replace it, it would definitely be with the 12.9 vs 10.5, as I didn't think the 10.5 would improve the keyboard size that much. Granted my only experience with the 12.9 and keyboard is in store, but side by side I much preferred the larger keyboard/tablet combo.
 
SDColorado said:
How is the typing experience for those who use the 10.5" with a keyboard? I never could get on with the keyboard on my 9.7", I found it way too cramped. I figured if I was going to replace it, it would definitely be with the 12.9 vs 10.5, as I didn't think the 10.5 would improve the keyboard size that much. Granted my only experience with the 12.9 and keyboard is in store, but side by side I much preferred the larger keyboard/tablet combo.
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I originally thought the switch from 9.7" to 10.5" Smart Keyboard made a minimal difference, but after I spent a few days using it, I realized that it really made typing more comfortable and didn't make my hands cramp up after extended use. With the 9.7" keyboard I felt like I had to angle my hands inward to type at full speed, and that would make my hands and fingers tired and sore after a while. That does not happen to me at all with the 10.5".
 
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spiderman0616 said:
I originally thought the switch from 9.7" to 10.5" Smart Keyboard made a minimal difference, but after I spent a few days using it, I realized that it really made typing more comfortable and didn't make my hands cramp up after extended use. With the 9.7" keyboard I felt like I had to angle my hands inward to type at full speed, and that would make my hands and fingers tired and sore after a while. That does not happen to me at all with the 10.5".
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Good to know! What you described was exactly the issue I was having with the 9.7 as well. I have fairly large hands and would have to test drive it myself, but your feedback gives me a compelling reason to try, should I decide on upgrading my 9.7 Pro. Thanks!
 
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I have pondered this question myself. As an artist you would think I would prefer the larger 12.9" screen, but I find it overwhelming and the 10.5" allows me to focus. I also like the ability to one hand while i sketch,which is a little bit more difficult on the 12.9". I also don't do full size paintings, I do more vector/logo design. It is funny though since you can zoom in and out, the size of the space you draw doesn't matter as much, a 10.5" inch iPad could draw the same resolution/size image as the 12.9". I think the 12.9" would be for someone needing a complete laptop replacement. The iPad for me is more of an artists tool!
 
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Un-decided.
Never owned 12.9 or 10.5
But when I played with both in Apple store I felt 12.9 is better,the 10.5 felt just like 9.7

in fact I probably wouldn't even notice it's a new larger size if I didn't know about 10.5.

a little dissppointed with 10.5 as I was expecting noticeable larger size.

That being said I have some concerns regarding using 12.9 long time on couch,while lying in bed etc so not sure yet
 
ColdShadow said:
Un-decided.
Never owned 12.9 or 10.5
But when I played with both in Apple store I felt 12.9 is better,the 10.5 felt just like 9.7

in fact I probably wouldn't even notice it's a new larger size if I didn't know about 10.5.

a little dissppointed with 10.5 as I was expecting noticeable larger size.

That being said I have some concerns regarding using 12.9 long time on couch,while lying in bed etc so not sure yet
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The only sure way to know how well you'll get along with the 12.9 is to buy one and try it out for a week or so. I've had mine for over a week now and it's just great. Using it everywhere without issues.
 
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Went with the 12.9 and added the ASK to it and it becomes a laptop computer for our family. My 10-year old daughter is having a blast with her artwork on it using the AP. We are coming from an Air2 and this is a huge step. Screen is beautiful and it is lighter than I thought it would be. Went with a SG 512GB LTE and no regrets, although the price was a bit steep. We have the Apple ecosystem at our house, so it fits in great. Will enjoy it for years though, and no need for a laptop at this point.
 
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ColdShadow said:
Un-decided.
Never owned 12.9 or 10.5
But when I played with both in Apple store I felt 12.9 is better,the 10.5 felt just like 9.7

in fact I probably wouldn't even notice it's a new larger size if I didn't know about 10.5.

a little dissppointed with 10.5 as I was expecting noticeable larger size.

That being said I have some concerns regarding using 12.9 long time on couch,while lying in bed etc so not sure yet
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I think you will be OK as long as you don’t fall asleep and drop it on yourself. That will wake you up quick! :)
 
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Choosing between the two was extremely difficult! On one hand I use my iPad for reading sheet music, reading and annotating PDFs, as a second mobile monitor so I can have dual-displays on the go therefor the 12.9 seemed perfect for these tasks. However, I also use it as a consumption device, I tend to one-hand it quite a bit, and I love featherweight ultra-portability so the 10.5 seemed perfect.

Originally I started with the 10.5 but then I drove aaaaalll the way to the nearest Apple store that had a 12.9 in stock (115 miles away) and it took me four hours to get there (major accident on the way). I finally get to the store and play with the 12.9 and 10.5 back-to-back for at least 45 minutes and ultimately I decided to stick with the 10.5. The 12.9 is just so damn big and it feels like I'm carrying a cookie sheet, but that screen is darn beautiful and would work so well with some of the tasks I do, though ultimately portability won out for me.
 
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MrEcted said:
The 12.9 is just so damn big and it feels like I'm carrying a cookie sheet, but that screen is darn beautiful and would work so well with some of the tasks I do, though ultimately portability won out for me.
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Nothing wrong with cookie sheets. The 12.9" is big, beautiful and makes awesome cookies! As the saying goes "Go Big or Stay Home!" ;)

 
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I'm torn on this, too. On the one hand the 10.5 doesn't look any bigger to me unless I place it next to a 9.7.. on the other hand, the 12.9 just feels unwieldy for a portable tablet. I have a 15 inch mbp so I don't know if I really need a 13 inch iPad. I've also heard that many apps just aren't optimized or look very good at that size.. Since I mostly use it in bed or to walk around with, I'm leaning towards the 10.5 and thinking I'll wait a couple years for them to do their bezel-reducing magic to the 12.9 so that it has a less awkward footprint to carry around.
 
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I have the 10.5, since its something that I want to travel, keep with me, not just stay home and its a nice holdable size. Plus the I couldn't justify the price difference.
 
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marpixct said:
I saw a lot of post about the new iPad Pro 10.5 or 12.9 inch. But any with a comprensive poll on user's preferences.

So let's make a poll.

Which do you prefer? And Why?

For me, I like the bigger one. It guarantee me the extra space needed for my work.
And I think also that iOS 11 will fit on it like a tailored dress.
Click to expand...

Here are several other threads discussing exactly the same thing, and several also have polls:
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/which-do-you-prefer-12-9-or-10-5.2049850/
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/buy-ipad-pro-12-9-or-10-5.2051671/
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/10-5-or-12-9-ipad-pro-for-a-student.2049561/
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/are-you-returning-your-10-5-for-an-12-9-ipad-pro.2050954/
 
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