10 useful iPad apps that could make your daily life easier

Put your iPad to good use with apps for journaling, discovering art and much more.

By Philip Berne Nov. 7, 2026 7:15 pm EST DenPhotos/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

Your iPad should make every day easier. Whether you want to build new habits or improve your routines, we've rounded up apps that put the best iPads to work in your daily life.

We found these by digging a bit deeper. These aren't first-party Apple apps or subscription-only Adobe staples. It's free to get started with each, though most charge for extra features, which we've noted where applicable.