Is Amazon Renewed a good place to find an iPad?

[Belonging to Abba]

I'm considering using Amazon Renewed to find a good quality cheap refurbished iPad. I am wondering how reliable a refurbished device would be, because one time a friend bought a refurbished Samsung Galaxy phone from Walmart and it had severe charging problems. So I have a distrust of buying refurbished, and wonder if I want to go with a brand new device. I have a brother who has autism and lives at a care center, and I can FaceTime him if I have an Apple device, and the care center is overly restrictive on not allowing any cross platform apps (not allowing Zoom or WhatsApp for Windows or Android).

 

[Belonging to Abba]

The other issue may be software updates. I was looking at an iPad made in 2020 on Amazon Renewed for about $150, but within 2 years it may no longer be supported with software updates. I think I may lean towards buying a new iPad so it can be reliable for a longer period of time.

 

[peaceful-forest]

My personal opinion, buy a new one. Software update is an important issue. The problem you brought up about the device from Walmart and having charging issues is another thing to consider.

I can't say how common this problem is, but I don't think the renewed devices at any place are thoroughly checked. Just my opinion.

I hope you can find a great price somewhere. I know Apple products are expensive.