We already liked the iPad Air, and it's the best tablet for most people who can afford it. Yes, you can get cheaper Android tablets or the entry-level iPad , but you sacrifice a lot of performance and features to save a few hundred dollars.
Way more performance than this kind of device even needs, Very good screen for the price, 5G is a welcome addition if you live in an area with good coverage, Faster USB-C, Center Stage partly alleviates the iPad's Zoom call woes
Touch ID can be a little awkward on the top button, No stereo sound in portrait mode, It gets pricy fast once you add a Pencil or Magic Keyboard to access its full capabilities