Should you skip the m4 Mac and get an Ipad Instead?

The Mac has long been Apple’s go-to workstation, but with the introduction of the new M4 iPad Pro, there’s a viable option to be considered for your serious tasks. 

The iPad Pro can clearly replace many functions for most users who typically rely on desktops or laptops. It has the power for a wide range of tasks from word processing, video editing, and even pin-point graphics work. The iPad Pro has a great form factor and its thin and portable nature can best even the diminutive MacBook Air–it can be used more comfortably in mobile or non-traditional work situations.

However, iPadOS doesn’t always keep up with the needs of more demanding users who may shy away from the lack of competent file management. And while the iPad has a great software library, many professional apps aren’t on the iPad. The macOS ecosystem is still vast and full of choices for such users.

The iPad Pro remains a valiant challenger to the Mac (more directly, the MacBook). With the upcoming updates to iPadOS and more AI technology, it could become a more viable platform that replaces the Mac.