I have an iPad Air M4 13 and not only is it my Laptop in a Logitech Combo case but it’s also replaced my 2013 iMac as my desktop combined with a hub, 32 inch monitor, and Magic Keyboard/Trackpad.

I have both a base Neo and an base iPad Air M1. Once the Neo arrived, I found myself using the iPad less and less. Performance is not the issue. The iPad's M1 chip is at least as fast as the Neo's A18 Pro.  Having the full Mac OS experience is the main benefit.

The best comparison video I've seen! People always talks about specs or power or just simplify as "if you are a student get this" "if you work a office job get that" but I like how this video mentions actual differences between these two devices that is up to person rather than just generalizing if that makes sense? Sorry if I can't express my thoughts well since English is not my native language lol but just wanted to comment :)

Very good video which I have ever seen, simple and key points, also useful for decision, appreciate for your coming success

This is absolutely the best review of the Ne-Yo that I have seen from any YouTube creator. You’ve been more helpful than anyone else while I’ve been considering the options between these two device devices.

Not the flashiest channel but easily one of the most informative. Love your content. I have been using an iPad 10 and the Combo Touch as my primary computing device for 3 years, with a Windows PC for specific tasks. I love the portability of the iPad and the ability be used sitting at a desk or as a tablet while walking around.

Best comparison I’ve watched Well done!

Thank you for this comprehensive presentation.

Exceptional content, very informative and  helpful on many levels....

EXCELLENT

I have both,   I prefer my IPad ,    Using my fingers is so much easier.    When I’m on the Mac 💻 ,    I always accidentally touch it like  I’m on the iPad .

Excellent video! Your assessment is spot on and for what I need and am used to, the Neo is the correct answer. Thank you!

Good tips! I actually made this same decision a few months ago when my computer gave out. I decided to get an iPad because I really like the versatility of the tool. I paired it with that Logitech combo touch case and I love it!
I no longer have to do a significant amount of work on a computer so the iPad makes perfect sense for me. I just got back from a two week trip with it and never missed a computer at all. If you have low vision like I do it’s both a blessing and curse. It’s easy to magnify the touchscreen with just a few simple gestures. Even with the largest screen real estate, you can’t do that on a MacBook. Keep up the good work, sir.

iPad A16(iOS 26) user here, not sure about MS Excel but Google Docs apps suite is a mobile port not one to one the same app, was really bummed about it. Especially Google Sheets mobile version is cut down enough to annoy me. Yes I mean I shouldn't really use it for stuff that's very big or mission important, but i want to have a proper device not a big phone. Although a good video tbh. Respect for honesty and a good enough review

I'm an entrepreneur and teacher. I do most of my work on the iPad. It's just more fun. For serious work like writing essays I have a windows pc. Just sync your icloud with your pc and you can pick up where you left.

Thank you so much for the review… im pinching pennies and im about to decide what the loan is going to be used for, I think im gonna stick with buying macbook neo after watching this video

A few other pros for the Mac that I can think of odd the top of my head: Application development (up to date compilers, IDEs, etc); Virtual machines; running multiple OS; better support for personal keyboard shortcuts; multiple desktops via Mission Control; multi-line text replacements; more screen capture options; Terminal app; Console app; Activity Monitor; ability to install apps outside of App Store; simply easier to accomplish many tasks.

With that said, I currently mostly use an iPad.

I've just started switching back to Apple from Android and Windows after about 5 or 6 years away. I'm not editing videos or doing anything creative these days but do use Word and Excel a lot. My partner has an iPad that I occasionaly have a tinker with the iPad versions of these two programs (especially Word) feel so limited. I was trying to decide whether to just stick with my Windows PC or get a NEO and your video helped me decide (to get a NEO). I'm ordering the silver one for the white keyboard keys in has mainly.

Hello Dan. Great review as i have been debating this exact choice. I currently use my M4 iPad Pro 11 inch to remote into a m4 mini with Jump Desktop but wonder if it would be easier to get a Neo since the majority of my use is work related with MS Office. Could you please tell me what your thoughts are on this. Thanks and SUBSCRIBED!

When my aging MacBook Pro started giving up the ghost, I started using my M5 iPad Pro 13-inch as my mobile device. I do a bit of video editing as part of my workflow, so I sometimes use the iPad version of Final Cut Pro. But mostly I'm writing (my career), so it's really pretty perfect. Especially with the built-in LTE.
But it isn't a perfect replacement for a full-powered Mac. So I have an M4 Mac mini that stays at home, and I use that for most of my production work (video, graphics, etc.), and that's my machine when I'm home. And when I'm on the go, and I happen to need more power, or an app that won't run on iPad, I use Jump Remote Desktop to bring up the Mac mini on my iPad, from anywhere, and it works just like I'm sitting in front of a full MacBook.
I had originally planned to eventually get a new MacBook. Now I'm thinking I don't actually need one. The combo of iPad for mobile and Mac mini for home and power use is perfect.