
Can iPads replace Laptops? | Back Market
The right iPad can accomplish virtually everything most laptops can do. Read more below for our full breakdown.
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Durability 80%
Overall performance 65%
Screen quality 57%
The 2020 Apple iPad 8 is a tablet that balances price and performance very well. A12 Bionic chip, 10.2-inch Quad HD+ Retina display, Apple Pencil support and an 8MP FaceTime camera -- it's basically an entry-level tablet with pro-level features....
1,827 verified reviews in the last 12 months.
Elizabeth S.
Purchased on the 29 January 2025
I am overall pleased with my purchase! The external body of the iPad that I received was in the condition as described and I am very happy with this, however, the battery health upon receiving the iPad was only at 87% of the original capacity. I purchased this iPad to study on the go so battery capacity is very important to me. I understood that the iPad should arrive in a refurbished and as good as possible condition internally and I did expect this to include a new battery, at the very least. Other than this problem, which is considerable for me, I’m perfectly happy with my purchase.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 3 February 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayChloe S.
Purchased on the 27 December 2024
ordered ‘good’ and came practically brand new, no issues with the body whatsoever. Also came very early than the expected delivery date✊✊. The iPad itself is brilliant for refurbished, was a bit worried at first as i’ve never ordered refurbished tech before but defo exceeded expectations! All for good money too :)
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 31 December 2024
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayJed B.
Purchased on the 27 September 2024
iPad ordered came even better than expected. Only ordered Fair condition and came in pretty much mint with very few signs of wear. Also included fast charger and good quality Lightning cable! Great speedy delivery came faster than I was expecting with no hassles. Would highly recommend Back Market to anyone looking for refurbished tech delivered straight to you!
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 9 December 2024
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayAlice H.
Purchased on the 28 January 2025
I ordered ‘good’ condition but as far as I can see, it looks perfect! Really great product, will be ordering more Apple products in the future from Back Market :) Didn’t come with a charger but no problem for me as I have an extra one.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 9 February 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayJosephine O.
Purchased on the 4 November 2024
my first time buying a refurbished gadget, I'm really impressed with my order...thank you so much guys
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 9 December 2024
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi + 4G - Space GrayLaura K.
Purchased on the 6 February 2025
So far I am happy with my iPad. It looks in good shape with very minor scratches and has no issues with its performance so far. I haven't used it a lot yet so time will tell ;) The only thing is that I ordered it in gold but when it came I realised it was actually rose gold which was not what I expected. I am not super fussy and will have it in a cover anyway, but if this is important to someone, that could be an issue.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 18 February 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 128 GB - Wi-Fi - GoldJon G.
Purchased on the 29 January 2025
Bough an iPad 8th generation 32gb. Like new! Very pleased with it and using it to write this review. Only wish I had paid for more memory as I have lots of app that I tend to use. Having said that, it is excellent for what I bought if for.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 9 February 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayLinda H.
Purchased on the 6 January 2025
Was very happy with the iPad series 8 that I purchased for my husband, arrived on time, was exactly as described and in original box, looked brand new had plug and charging cable. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 19 January 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - SilverAlex M.
Purchased on the 12 December 2024
I bought this for my daughter and it seems to great.i came in great condition and with the required lead and charger. but not the original packaging. I would use Back Market again and recommend to anyone. thank you.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 16 January 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi + 4G - Space GrayWilliam M.
Purchased on the 2 January 2025
Second purchase from this company and both items have been very good. On this occasion they didn’t actually send me what I ordered - the ipad had cellular and i only wanted wifi, but decided it didn’t really matter
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 12 January 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 128 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GraySearches so popular you can't sit with them
The eighth-generation iPad was released in September 2020, sporting many technical upgrades. However, it was replaced just a year later in September 2021 by the ninth-generation iPad.
Nevertheless, the iPad 8 remains popular and is increasingly being bought second-hand. However, this can cause some problems, especially when buying from private sellers - after all, there is no guarantee there that the display won't have major scratches or that there won't be any technical defects.
So it is much safer and more practical if you decide to buy a refurbished version from us. Back Market sells tech that has not only been cleaned and refurbished, but also includes a 12-month warranty. You can be sure that the device won't have any issues. At the same time, we offer the iPad 8 with savings of up to 50% compared to new.
One of the main reasons why many users choose the iPad 2020 is the Apple A12 Bionic chip. This enables particularly fast work and is still absolutely sufficient for all programs and games that you want to run on the tablet. The 10.2-inch Retina display offers a sharp 2160 x 1620 pixel resolution, and it's not just suitable for watching films or using video games, it can also be used for image editing or drawing without any problems.
The total price ultimately depends on which variant you choose. For storage, you can choose between 32GB, 64GB and 128GB. In terms of colour, you have the option of either gold, silver or space grey. The condition of the refurbished tablet can also affect the price. So you can simply choose the iPad 8 that meets your price and technical requirements.
You might also be interested in this: Used iPad Buyers Guide: How To Buy A Cheap iPad.
The iPad 2020 was shipped out with iPad OS 14 originally. As of today, it is still supported by the latest iPad OS 16 as well. Apple generally offers long software support for their devices, so we're expecting this to be true for at least a few more years.