Hey there! Based on my research, Procreate Dreams is designed to work with a range of iPad models.
However, the level of functionality and the number of tracks (both video and content tracks) you can work with in Procreate Dreams may vary depending on the specific model and its hardware capabilities.
So, I created this breakdown of iPad compatibility with Procreate Dreams:
Procreate Dreams Compatibility List
| iPad Model Category | iPad Model | Compatible with Procreate Dreams? |
|---|---|---|
| iPad | iPad 10 iPad 9 iPad 8 iPad 7 iPad 6 iPad 5 | š Yes, but limited See more details below |
| iPad Mini | iPad Mini 6 iPad Mini 5 | ā
Yes, limited on older models See more details below |
| iPad Air | iPad Air 5 iPad Air 4 iPad Air 3 | ā
Yes, limited on older models See more details below |
| iPad Pro (Originals) | iPad Pro 9.7ā³ iPad Pro 10.5ā³ | š Yes, but limited See more details below |
| iPad Pro 11ā³ | iPad Pro 11 1st gen iPad Pro 11 2nd gen iPad Pro 11 3rd gen iPad Pro 11 4th gen | ā
Yes, limited on older models See more details below |
| iPad Pro 12.9ā³ | iPad Pro 12.9ā³ 1st gen iPad Pro 12.9ā³ 2nd gen iPad Pro 12.9ā³ 3rd gen iPad Pro 12.9ā³ 4th gen iPad Pro 12.9ā³ 5th gen iPad Pro 12.9ā³ 6th gen | ā
Yes, limited on older models See more details below |
Procreate Dreams Compatible Devices
Small RAM and way too little storage
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Small RAM equals less Procreate layers and Procreate Dreams tracks
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Doesn't work with Apple Pencil so not recommended
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
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iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
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iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
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iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate layers
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate layers
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate layers
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate layers
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Get it refurbished with a discount
iPadOS 17+
8GB or 16GB RAM for high number of Procreate layers and Procreate Dreams Tracks
Get more details in my review of iPad Pro 12.9ā³ for Procreate and digital artists!
iPadOS 17+
8GB or 16GB RAM for high number of Procreate layers
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Great budget iPad for Procreate
Get more details in my review of the iPad 9th generation for Procreate and digital artists!
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate layers
Great budget iPad for Procreate
iPadOS 17+
8GB or 16GB RAM for high number of Procreate layers and Procreate Dreams tracks
M2 chip
Apple Pencil hover feature
Get more details in my review of iPad Pro 12.9ā³ for Procreate and digital artists!
iPadOS 17+
8GB or 16GB RAM for high number of Procreate layers
M2 chip
Apple Pencil hover feature
iPadOS 17+
Small RAM equals less Procreate Dreams tracks
Great budget iPad for Procreate
iPadOS 17+
8GB RAM for high number of Procreate layers and Procreate Dreams tracks
Best value iPad for Procreate
iPadOS 17+
Procreate Dreams Compatibility FAQs
Procreate Dreams runs on all iPads with iPadOS 16+ or iPadOS 17+. How do you find out if your iPad runs iPadOS 16+? Easy! You can find it on apple.com
iPads compatible with Procreate Dreams are the following: iPad 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10th generation, iPad Mini 5th and 6th generation, iPad Air 3, 4, 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 10.5, iPad Pro 11 1, 2, 3, 4, 5th generation, iPad Pro 12.9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6th generation. If you are not sure which iPad you have, this is how you find out: Identify Your iPad Model on apple.com
No, third-party styluses are not compatible with Procreate Dreams. Same as Procreate, you will need to get an Apple Pencil technology stylus. I recommend either Apple Pencil 1 or Apple Pencil 2.
All Apple Pencils 1, 2 and USB-C are compatible with Procreate Dreams. I recommend either Apple Pencil 1 or Apple Pencil 2 because Apple Pencil USB-C doesn’t have pressure sensitivity
In conclusion, while many iPad models are compatible with Procreate Dreams, you will find the best performance and the highest number of tracks and layers in the latest iPad Pro models and the iPad Air 5. The iPad Mini 6 also offers good performance in a more compact form.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, I recommend that you regularly check Procreate’s official website or documentation, because software capabilities can change with updates and new releases.
Have Fun!
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Hi, I am Iva (rhymes with āvivaā). I am a full-time self-taught artist behind Art Side of LifeĀ® and a Top Teacher on Skillshare. I have 15 years of experience in the creative field as a concept designer, illustrator, art director, and now freelance artist, content creator, and art instructor. My goal is to help you get your creative groove on with Procreate and make awesome art through practical classes, tutorials, Procreate brushes, and guides on art tools, supplies and resources. About me Ā»
