Considering what you can actually do with the different devices, I think the prices are a good selling point. I had an iPad before but after I got my Surface (both RT and Pro) I found myself using the tablet for more stuff and I found myself having it with me much more and enjoying it. I've used Surface Pro for work (Visual Studio, Office) and it's been working good.
Regarding the keyboard and not having a desk, with Surface 2 it is supposedly better as you have one more angle with the kickstand. I love the TypeCover when I am by a desk, never really found TouchCover that enjoyable to write on.
Here's some of the prices:
Surface 2 with 32GB is $449
Surface 2 with 64GB is $549
Surface 2 pro with 64GB is $899
Surface 2 pro with 128GB is $999
Surface 2 pro with 256GB is $1,299
Surface 2 pro with 512GB is $1,799
iPad 2 with 16GB is $399
iPad Air with 16GB is $499
iPad Air with 32GB is $599
iPad Air with 64GB is $699
iPad Air with 128GB is $799
Regarding the keyboard and not having a desk, with Surface 2 it is supposedly better as you have one more angle with the kickstand. I love the TypeCover when I am by a desk, never really found TouchCover that enjoyable to write on.
Here's some of the prices:
Surface 2 with 32GB is $449
Surface 2 with 64GB is $549
Surface 2 pro with 64GB is $899
Surface 2 pro with 128GB is $999
Surface 2 pro with 256GB is $1,299
Surface 2 pro with 512GB is $1,799
iPad 2 with 16GB is $399
iPad Air with 16GB is $499
iPad Air with 32GB is $599
iPad Air with 64GB is $699
iPad Air with 128GB is $799