📱 Is your iPad compatible with Rock Paper Pencil? Rock Paper Pencil works with most modern iPad models from iPad Pro, iPad Air, standard iPad, and iPad mini lines. Check our compatibility list below to confirm your model.
💡 Key compatibility info:
iPad only: Works with iPad models listed below - not Android or Samsung tablets
Apple Pencil tips: Compatible with all Apple Pencil models including Apple Pencil Pro
Case friendly: Works with most cases including our Darkboard
Easy identification: Check Settings > General > About for your model
Compatible with the A16 iPad, which is the iPad 11-inch
✅ Compatible iPad models
⚠️⚠️ BE SURE TO SELECT THE CORRECT SIZE & MODEL ⚠️⚠️
Rock Paper Pencil screen protectors will only be compatible with the correct corresponding iPad model and size.
For example, a 12.9-in. 3rd Gen iPad will not work with a Rock Paper Pencil model that is for an M4 iPad Pro 13-in. A Rock Paper Pencil for an M4 or M5 iPad will not be compatible with an older 4th or 5th Gen iPad.
Latest iPad models
iPad Pro 13-inch - M-series
M4, 2024
M5, 2025
iPad Air 13-inch - M-series
M2, 2024
M3, 2025
M4, 2026
iPad Pro 11-inch - M-series
M4, 2024
M5, 2025
iPad Air 11-inch - M-series
M2, 2024
M3, 2025
M4, 2026
Standard iPad 11-inch - A-series
10th Gen (A14), 2022
11th Gen (A16), 2025
iPad mini
6th Gen, 2021
7th Gen, 2024
Older iPad Models
Standard iPad 10.2-inch
7th Gen, 2019
8th Gen, 2020
9th Gen, 2021
iPad Pro 10.5-inch
1st Gen, 2017
iPad Air 10.9-inch
4th Gen, 2020
5th Gen, 2022
iPad Pro 11-inch
1st Gen, 2018
2nd Gen, 2020
3rd Gen, 2021
4th Gen, 2022
iPad Pro 12.9-inch
3rd Gen, 2018
4th Gen, 2020
5th Gen, 2021
6th Gen, 2022
❌ Not Compatible
Android tablets: Not supported
Samsung tablets: Not supported
Other non-iPad tablets: Not supported
💡 Rock Paper Pencil is designed specifically for specific iPad hardware models and software.
🔍 Finding Your iPad Model
Follow these steps to identify your iPad:
Open Settings: Launch the Settings app on your iPad
Go to General: Tap the "General" tab
Select About: Tap "About"
Find Model Name: Look for your iPad model in the "Model Name" category
💡 Pro tip: The model name will show exactly which iPad you have, making it easy to check compatibility.
💡 Availability note: Rock Paper Pencil updates compatibility for new iPad models after Apple releases official device measurements, so monitor for updates.
Case Compatibility
📦 Using Rock Paper Pencil with Cases
Case compatibility:
Works with most cases: Rock Paper Pencil screen protector is compatible with most iPad cases
What to look for:
Cases that don't interfere with screen edges
Standard case designs that leave screen area accessible
Cases without raised bezels that conflict with screen protector edges
Apple Pencil Compatibility
🖊️ Apple Pencil Tips Compatibility
Universal compatibility:
All Apple Pencil models: Our ballpoint Apple Pencil Tips work with all Apple Pencil generations
Apple Pencil Pro: Fully compatible with the newest Apple Pencil Pro
Previous generations: Works with Apple Pencil 1st and 2nd generation
What this means:
No model restrictions: Use any Apple Pencil with Rock Paper Pencil tips
Upgrade friendly: Compatible if you upgrade your Apple Pencil
Consistent experience: Same great feel across all Apple Pencil models
❓ Still Have Questions?
Compatibility concerns:
Check the list: Verify your specific iPad model is listed above
Model identification: Use the Settings method to confirm your exact model
Contact support: Reach out if you're unsure about compatibility
Monitor updates: For newer iPad models not listed, check back for Astropad updates after official Apple announcements.