Should I Get the iPad Pro 11-Inch or 13-Inch for Note-Taking?

 note-taking is an essential part of your day, the right tools can make all the difference in helping improve your workflow, typed notes, and productivity. This is where the two iPad Pro 2024 models come in.

Both iPad Pros are excellent for note-taking, and you’ll love all the apps available to help you take the best voice, text, and pencil-drawn notes. But the question is, which type of iPad Pro should you choose — the Pro 11-inch or the 13-inch? 

In this blog post, we’ll explore the key differences between each new model to help you decide which is the right one for you.

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Why Choose An iPad Pro 2024? 

The newer iPad Pro models include features like an advanced screen display, a lightning-fast M4 chip, and an Apple Pencil Pro, which makes note-taking even smoother. It has double tab and hover features, meaning you can quickly switch between different tools to write and draw with improved precision — perfect for busy scribes!

The iPad Pro 2024 designs are a game changer for students, gamers, and creative professionals. Which size of model you prefer will depend on what you want to use it for. Both have similarities, like the 9 to 10-hour battery life, anti-reflective coating, and 120GB memory bandwidth, making them great choices for note-taking.

Why You Might Want the iPad Pro 11-Inch

If you’re stuck on which one to choose, let’s take a look at the key benefits and differences:

Display Size

An iPad Pro 11-inch screen is big enough to take quick notes on, especially for personal use or internal meetings.

Thanks to its smaller screen, it can also be used as an eBook reader. It’s comfortable enough to hold, so you can take it to bed and review your notes lying down.

Portability 

A note-taking tablet should be portable, and that’s exactly what the Pro 11-inch iPad is. 

Its compact size makes it perfect for traveling between meetings or college lectures. It also fits on any average-sized desk, making it easy to pull out to jot down some quick notes. When paired with the compact Magic Keyboard, you can type lecture notes even faster.

The Cost

The base models have a $300 price difference, and depending on your needs, you can choose the Wi-Fi-only or Wi-Fi + Cellular version, depending on your needs. If you frequently take notes on the go, like on the subway or in areas without Wi-Fi, the cellular option might be essential.

All the accessories are more expensive too. There’s a $50 difference between the 11-inch and 13-inch magic keyboards, and the folio case for 11-inch is $20 cheaper. The cash in your pocket can go much further if you’re buying an 11-inch. 

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Why You Might Want the iPad Pro 13-Inch

The differences between the two iPad Pro 2024 models are subtle. Let’s discover why you might prefer the iPad Pro 13-inch:

Versatility

You can go from watching your favorite YouTube channel to taking notes within seconds. It gives you plenty of screen space, making longer work sessions much easier.

It provides a big canvas for note-taking, especially when using the Apple Pencil Pro. Apps like Notability, Note, and Microsoft OneNote are popular note-taking apps.

It’s also a great size for media consumption — watching movies, for instance, especially if you’ve got an iPad Pro 13 M4 case with a multi-angled kickstand.

Multitasking

With the bigger screen comes the flexibility to use it for multiple tasks, a key difference between the 11-inch and the 13-inch iPad Pro 2024 models. The iPad Pro 13-inch allows you to have multiple tabs and apps open at the same time. 

If you want to take extensive notes from complex online textbooks, with the PDF open on one side of your screen and your note-taking app on the other, the 13-inch pro is a good choice. 

Typing Made Easier

If you’re someone who spends hours typing, whether it’s writing, note-taking, or designing games, the iPad Pro 13-inch is a great model. When paired with the magic keyboard, it is often referred to as the closest to that of a regular laptop. You can quickly type out thousands of words with ease.

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iPad Pros You’ll Love

There is no obvious winner when you compare the 11 and 13-inch iPad Pro 2024 models; instead, it comes down to a matter of preference and what you’re looking for from your tablet. 

Let’s take a look at the factors to consider:

What You Need

If you’re using the iPad Pro 11-inch to take quick notes, draw, video call, or to read this, it is often the preferred tablet.

For most college students or designers, the 13-inch iPad will be a better buy due to its bigger screen and keyboard size, making it feel like a laptop.

Tools and Accessories 

Both M4 models come with powerful tools to help with collaboration and learning, which is key when note-taking. They have features like Reference Mode for color accuracy, Stage Manager for multitasking, and full external display support, making them a strong choice for those constantly on the go. 

If you’re looking to type thousands of words a day, the larger keyboard paired with the iPad Pro 13-inch is the best option. However, if you're typing quick notes from a meeting or want a device for reading eBooks while also taking notes, the iPad Pro 11-inch is the preferred choice.

Cost

Think about your daily routine and how your new iPad will fit into it. Then, if you’ve got a chance, head down to your nearest Apple Store and try out both tablets. 

The $300 price difference makes it worth testing them out to see which one works best for your needs. If you’ll be using your iPad regularly, paying the extra might be worth it. But if you’re only using the tablet for quick meetings and personal use, the iPad Pro 11-inch is worth a look.

Both iPad Pro 2024 models will allow you to take great notes, and are good for your everyday messaging, social media, and any artistic endeavors you might make on the side.