Yes, the iPad mini is smaller and noticeably more svelte. However, when it comes to straight value, refurbished Apple iPad 2 and iPad 3 specs and prices just deliver, and the selection is very good right now.

As always, refurbished Apple iPads come with free shipping and a full + extendible AppleCare warranty.

• 16GB iPad 2 w/ wi-fi, $319 (399)
— iPad 2 Wi-fi only: 32GB, $399; 64GB, $579
— iPad 2 3G + wi-fi: 16GB, $399; 32GB, $479; 64GB, $579

•  16GB iPad 3 w/ Wi-Fi + Cellular, $529 (599)
— Wi-Fi only: 32GB, $469; 64GB, $549
— Wi-Fi + LTE: 16GB, $509; 32GB, $599; 64GB, $679

See also: Always low prices on iPad cases @ Amazon

Product availability varies almost by the hour, so click through for the full details.

If you’re looking for iPad, iPhone and iPod accessories, All4Cellular has a great selection of refurbished Apple accessories.

And, for what it’s worth, I not only recommend, but also purchase, use and give refurbished Apple products — both my daughter and I got refurbished iPad 3s for Christmas.

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