April 2024
Tablets: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of tablets rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.
Summary
On 9 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 100 tablet endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
39 tablets were endorsed in total, only 19 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 Apr 2024, Apple iPad Air (2022) takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed tablet with 8 expert endorsements. 6 experts out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 tablet' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Apple: 9 tablets
(#1 is Apple iPad Air (2022))
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Amazon: 7 tablets
(#1 is Amazon Fire HD 8 2022)
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Samsung: 5 tablets
(#1 is Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra)
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Lenovo: 5 tablets
(#1 is Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5)
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Google: 2 tablets
(#1 is Google Pixel Tablet)
Price breakdown
At a glance - April Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Tablet |
Laptop Mag
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Tom's Guide
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Wirecutter
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WIRED
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T3
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What Hi-Fi
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Digital Trends
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PCMag
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TechRadar
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techadvisor
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1
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- | $500 |
Apple iPad Air (2022)
The Apple iPad Air (2022) receives positive reviews for its display, performance, and connectivity options, making it a versatile and powerful tablet for various use cases.
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1
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1
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-
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5
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1
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-
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1
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1
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4
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1
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2
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- | $429 |
Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022)
The Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) has received positive reviews for its display, performance, audio quality, and connectivity options, making it a versatile device for various use cases.
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5
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7
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-
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2
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7
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1
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-
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2
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8
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-
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3
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- | $249 |
Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021)
The Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021) has received positive reviews for its display quality, performance, and storage options, making it a versatile tablet for various use cases.
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2
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-
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1
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1
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2
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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4
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- | $480 |
OnePlus Pad
The OnePlus Pad has received positive reviews for its impressive display, performance, battery life, audio quality, and connectivity options, making it a versatile tablet for various tasks.
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3
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2
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-
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3
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6
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-
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2
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-
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7
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9
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5
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- | $450 |
Apple iPad Mini 6 2021
The Apple iPad Mini 6 2021 has received positive reviews for its display, performance, battery life, audio quality, storage options, and connectivity, making it a versatile and powerful tablet.
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9
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9
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-
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13
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5
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5
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5
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7
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-
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5
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6
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- | $499 |
Google Pixel Tablet
The Google Pixel Tablet offers a good display, fast performance, excellent battery life, impressive audio quality, and sufficient storage options, making it a great choice for casual users.
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4
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8
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3
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6
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4
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-
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-
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11
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6
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-
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7
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- | $1250 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is a highly praised tablet with a stunning display, powerful performance, impressive audio capabilities, and versatile connectivity options, making it suitable for a wide range of tasks and activities.
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-
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4
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-
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11
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-
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4
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-
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9
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3
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8
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8
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- | $1089 |
iPad Pro 12.9 (2022)
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is praised for its outstanding display, performance, battery life, audio quality, storage options, and connectivity, making it a versatile and powerful tablet for various use cases.
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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3
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-
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-
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1
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7
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9
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- | $100 |
Amazon Fire HD 8 2022
The Amazon Fire HD 8 2022 tablet offers decent display quality, good performance, impressive audio, and ample storage options, making it a budget-friendly option for general multimedia consumption.
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-
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4
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8
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-
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2
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-
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10
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-
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-
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10
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- | $771 |
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is praised for its high-quality display, solid performance for everyday tasks, good battery life, clear audio quality, storage options, and comprehensive connectivity options, making it a versatile and portable device suitable for multimedia consumption and light productivity work.
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-
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6
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-
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14
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10
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
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11
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- | $1089 |
Apple iPad Pro 2022
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6
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5
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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-
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-
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12
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- | $449 |
reMarkable 2
The reMarkable 2 tablet is praised for its paper-like display and realistic writing experience, but lacks features such as backlighting and strong connectivity.
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-
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11
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-
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7
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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10
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13
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New * | $950 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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2
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14
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-1 | $999 |
Apple iPad Pro 5 (2021)
The Apple iPad Pro 5 (2021) is highly praised for its exceptional display quality, powerful performance, and impressive audio capabilities, making it an ideal choice for professionals and enthusiasts who prioritize visual excellence and a luxurious media experience.
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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15
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-1 | $60 |
Amazon Fire 7
The Amazon Fire 7 tablet has a basic display and average audio quality, but its performance, battery life, and storage options make it suitable for casual media consumption and reading e-books.
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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-
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16
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-1 | $180 |
Amazon Fire Max 11
The Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet receives positive reviews for its display, performance, battery life, storage options, and connectivity, making it a highly regarded tablet within Amazon's Fire lineup.
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
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6
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-
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-
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17
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-1 | $500 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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7
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4
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-
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-
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18
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-1 | Check price |
Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021)
The Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) is a well-received tablet with a vibrant display, strong performance, impressive battery life, and flexible storage options, making it a solid choice for entertainment-focused users.
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-
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-
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4
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7
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19
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-1 | Check price |
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2021)
The Apple iPad Pro 11 (2021) has received highly positive reviews for its vibrant display, exceptional performance, impressive battery life, and comprehensive features, making it suitable for power users and professionals.
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10
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5
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We ranked Apple iPad Air (2022) #1 in April 2024 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 6 experts ranked Apple iPad Air (2022) as #1.
Laptop Mag
Best tablet overall
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M1 chip delivers excellent performance
Good battery life
Loud, clear speakers
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Accessories are expensive add-ons
No Face ID or headphone jack
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Tom's Guide
The best tablet for everyone
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Thin and elegant design
Sharp, colorful display
Speedy M1-powered performance
Long battery life
Solid 12MP cameras
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Peripherals are expensive
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T3
The best tablet for most people
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Astounding M1 chip is superfast
Great 10.9-inch screen
A wealth of tablet-optimised apps
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iPadOS can limit creative work
60Hz screen refresh rate
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Digital Trends
Best tablet overall
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High-performance M1 processor
Slim and light
Software suitable for work or play
Large, colorful, and sharp screen
Wide array of quality accessories
Center Stage works well
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64GB storage isn't enough
Battery life disappoints
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PCMag
Best iPad for Creators and Students Editors' Choice
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Excellent performance
Works with second-gen Apple Pencil
Fits existing iPad cases and keyboards
Light and easy to carry
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Battery life could be longer
No millimeter-wave 5G support
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TechRadar
A more affordable version of the iPad Pro
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Speedy performance
Great design
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Limited storage
Quite pricey
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techadvisor
Best overall
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Great design
Large display
Compatible with Pro accessories
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Awkward Touch ID placement
A little pricey
Thick bezels
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We ranked Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) #2 in April 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) as #1.
Laptop Mag
The best mid-range iPad
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Powerful performance
Solid display
Killer speakers
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Subpar battery life
Magic Folio is ugly
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Tom's Guide
The best regular iPad in years
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Sleeker design with slimmer bezels
Fast A14 Bionic processor
Long battery life
Comfy Magic Keyboard with touchpad
Cellular upgraded to 5G
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More expensive that previous model
Apple Pencil awkward to charge
Just 64GB of storage
Doesn’t support Stage Manager in iPadOS 16
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T3
Banish the bezel with this great entry-level iPad
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All-new design ups the entry-level iPad
Bigger screen than predecessor
Finally, USB charging!
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Other iPads have better screens (brighter, faster refresh)
The 9th Gen model is much cheaper
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What Hi-Fi
A great tablet for multi-tasking and watching movies, packed into a slick design
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Sharp and detailed display
Excellent sound
Lovely design
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More expensive than predecessor
No 3.5mm headphone socket
No HDR
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PCMag
Best iPad for Most People / Editors' Choice
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Appealing iPad Pro-like design
USB-C port
Relocated webcam
Higher-quality cameras
Improved speakers
Faster performance
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Higher price than previous model
Loses traditional Touch ID button
No Face ID
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TechRadar
The best all-around iPad
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Beautiful mini-LED screen
Future-proof M2 chip
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128GB is small for the price
Battery life isn't huge
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend tablets.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of tablets, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for April 2024 ranking
Laptop Mag
Tom's Guide
Wirecutter
WIRED
T3
What Hi-Fi
Digital Trends
PCMag
TechRadar
techadvisor
We ranked Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021) #3 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021) as #1.
Laptop Mag
Best cheap tablet
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Outstanding performance at this price
Excellent battery life
Bright, vivid 10.2-inch display
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Recycled design
Not compatible with Magic Keyboard/Pencil Gen 2
Lacks Wi-Fi 6 or 5G support
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T3
The best budget tablet is exceptional value for money
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It's the best value iPad
Apple Pencil support
With the latest iPadOS software
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No landscape stereo speakers
Apple Pencil is the more awkward first version
Aging design
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Digital Trends
Best value tablet
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Great battery life
Powerful internals
Big upgrade to the front-facing camera
Amazing software support
Base storage more acceptable at 64GB
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Display doesn't get bright enough
Lightning port in 2021
Slow Touch ID sensor
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We ranked OnePlus Pad #4 in April 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Laptop Mag
The best Android tablet for most people
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Powerful, smooth performance
Gorgeous display
Great magnetically attaching keyboard and Stylo Pen
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Collects fingerprints
Android Tablets lack of tablet-specific apps
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Tom's Guide
The best Android tablet overall
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Incredible battery life
Comfortable curved edges
Sharp front and rear cameras
Fast performance
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Mediocre speaker quality
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T3
The best premium Android tablet
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Smooth and bright display
Powerful internals
Fast charging
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Very weak cameras
Android tablets don't have the best OS
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Digital Trends
Best Android tablet
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Bold and unique design
Fun green color
Sharp and vibrant LCD display
Up to 144Hz refresh rate
Gets 3 years of Android upgrades
Fast performance
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Low-quality cameras
Odd placement of the rear camera
Some software quirks
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TechRadar
Best flagship Android tablet
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Display is sharper than iPad Pro
A flagship tablet priced like a cheaper model
Big battery and faster charging
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Performance doesn’t match best phones
One option for storage, RAM, color
Stylo pen is pricey, needs charging
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techadvisor
Best Tablet Speakers
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Stunning 144Hz display
Superb speakers
Impressive performance
Solid battery life
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Hit-and-miss software
Only one storage option
No cellular option
80W charger sold separately in UK
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We ranked Apple iPad Mini 6 2021 #5 in April 2024 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Laptop Mag
Our favorite small tablet
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Compact size enables single-handed use
Fast performance from A15 Bionic
Sharp and bright display
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Magic Keyboard isn't supported
Apple Pencil Gen 2 sold separately
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Tom's Guide
The best tiny tablet
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Super-portable, light design
Speedy A15 Bionic processor
Sharp and bright display
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No Magic Keyboard or headphone jack
Pricey
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T3
The best small tablet you can buy
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So portable and light
Packed with power
Apple Pencil 2nd Gen support
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Screen size limited for working
No Smart Connector for keyboards
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What Hi-Fi
The littlest, 8-inch-screen iPad is small but mighty
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Much improved build
Engaging audio
Punchy picture
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No headphones socket
Some compromised tonal detail
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Digital Trends
Best small tablet
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Big enough to perform most tasks
Compact enough to travel easily
Powerful performance
Loud speakers
USB-C
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Screen is not bright enough
Too small for content creation
No headphone jack
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PCMag
Best Small iPad
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Excellent performance
Long battery life
Works with second-generation Apple Pencil
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No multi-user option in iPadOS
Pricier than previous model
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techadvisor
Best Small Tablet
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Compact design
Apple Pencil support
Superb performance
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A little pricey
No Magic Keyboard support
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We ranked Google Pixel Tablet #6 in April 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Laptop Mag
The best Android tablet for casual users
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Slick, stylish design
Good audio performance
Fast, zippy performance
Seamless dock integration
Excellent battery life
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Lacks some typical tablet accessories
Charging Speaker Dock could do more
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Tom's Guide
The best tablet for the smart home
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Charging dock a useful accessory
Good photo quality
Strong photo editing features
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Average performance
Few productivity accessories available
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T3
The best tablet for home
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Dock included for home hub-like use
Decent battery life when off the dock
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Dock inclusion won't suit all
Screen only has 60Hz refresh rate
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PCMag
Best for Doubling as Smart Display
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Solid Android tablet
Flawless audio hand-off
Good sound from Speaker Dock
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Expensive
Speaker Dock has limited functionality
Hub Mode could do more
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TechRadar
Most fun Android tablet
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Great value for a tablet and speaker dock combo
Home screen controls are useful and improving
Excellent sound for immersive audio
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Android still seems a phone OS shoehorned into a tablet
Soft-touch back picks up dirt and fingerprints
Smaller than the ‘11-inch’ marketing makes it see
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra #7 in April 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best Android tablet when you absolutely need the biggest screen possible
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Gorgeous 14.6-inch OLED display
Slim, lightweight design
Fast performance
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Pricey compared to the competition
DeX mode is a poor Windows 11 imitation
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What Hi-Fi
An in-your-face Android tablet that makes other slates look small
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Huge, cinematic screen
Very good speakers (for a tablet)
Fluid and smooth 120Hz display
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Slightly soft picture
Colours could be more natural
Performance with headphones lacks enthusiasm and warmth
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PCMag
Best Android Tablet for Power Users
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Gorgeous screen
Fast performance
Tight Samsung integration
Good productivity software
IP68 rating
S Pen stylus included
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Pricey
Size makes it awkward to handle
Android on tablets is still limiting
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TechRadar
The best Android tablet
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Samsung multitasking is better than iPad and Pixel Tablet
Gorgeous display and blazing performance
Value is surprisingly good compared to iPad Pro
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Same price as a Macbook Air (M2)
Faster charging would have been nice
Flimsy keyboard and no easy S Pen storage
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techadvisor
Best big tablet
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Stunning 14.6in display
Top-tier performance
Great S Pen stylus
IP68 rating
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Very expensive
Many apps not optimized
No 5G in the US
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We ranked iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) #8 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) as #1.
T3
The best premium tablet, full stop
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Unbelievably powerful and slick
Great battery life
The best tablet screen ever
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No change in typical brightness
iPadOS can be limiting
Face ID is awkward at times
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What Hi-Fi
The sixth-gen iPad Pro really is in a class of its own
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Superb all-round picture quality
Detailed, dynamic headphone sound
Open and spacious-sounding speakers
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Even more expensive than before
Only a minor upgrade on predecessor
Front-facing camera is in the ‘wrong’ place
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TechRadar
The best iPad by far
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Beautiful mini-LED screen
Future-proof M2 chip
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128GB is small for the price
Battery life isn't huge
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techadvisor
Best tablet for creatives
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Unmatched performance
Excellent range of features
Mini-LED screen
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Expensive, especially in the UK
Not many apps take advantage of M2
Similar to previous-gen
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We ranked Amazon Fire HD 8 2022 #9 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
What Hi-Fi
A super cheap way to enjoy your movies, shows and music on the go
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Balanced, enjoyable picture quality
Clean, consistent sound via headphones
Excellent value and often discounted
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Overly reflective screen
App selection could be better
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PCMag
Best Tablet Under $100
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Vibrant screen
Good battery life
Lightweight
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Sluggish performance
$10 more than the previous model
Limited app selection
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We ranked Microsoft Surface Pro 9 #10 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best Windows 11 tablet
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Slim and light design
Responsive touchscreen
Works well as a laptop or tablet
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Unremarkable display
Same old design
Slim Pen 2 and Signature keyboard sold separately
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T3
The best tablet for work
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13-inch screen with 120Hz refresh rate
HD webcam and 4K rear camera
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Not as powerful as elsewhere
No MicroSD card slot
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techadvisor
Best Windows Tablet
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Solid battery life
Premium design
Great keyboard cover and stylus
Excellent webcam
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Poor performance on ARM models
Limited ports
Expensive
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We ranked Apple iPad Pro 2022 #11 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Laptop Mag
The best tablet for power users
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Incredible XDR display
Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil are great
Decent battery life (shorter than last year, though)
Killer cameras
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Apple tax is real
Needs more colors
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Tom's Guide
The best tablet for power users, period
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Gorgeous 12.9-inch XDR display
M2 chip delivers great speed
Excellent battery life
Optional 5G works quite well
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Display requires HDR content to look its best
Expensive with accessories
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PCMag
Best iPad for Power Users
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Laptop-level performance
Gorgeous, roomy display
ProRes video support
Capable cameras
Excellent connectivity
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Costs as much as a laptop
iPadOS is still a limiting factor
Accessories add up quickly
Awkward front camera placement
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We ranked reMarkable 2 #12 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for writers
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Amazingly slim design
Faster stylus input
Excellent writing feel
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More expensive than an iPad
Just for writing and reading, no apps
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techadvisor
Best E-Ink tablet
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Thin, light and stylish
Excellent pen input
Powerful companion app
Continued software updates
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Pen not included
Subscription unlocks all features
Very occasional software gripes
No backlight
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus #13 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
PCMag
Best Affordable Android Tablet / Editor's Choice
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Affordable
Large screen
Good performance
Expandable storage
Software aids productivity
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No fingerprint sensor
Low base storage
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techadvisor
Best Android tablet
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Excellent performance
Great screen and sound
Versatile interface and controls
Thin and waterproof
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Apps and performance behind iPad Pro
Expensive
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We ranked Apple iPad Pro 5 (2021) #14 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Digital Trends
Best big tablet
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Sleek and modern design
Bright, vivid, gorgeous display
Wild performance from the M2 chip
Apple Pencil hover feature
iPadOS 16 is super robust
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Stage Manager needs more work
Lackluster, awkward front camera
Prohibitively expensive
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We ranked Amazon Fire 7 #15 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for those on a budget
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Fast for its price
Hyper affordable
Finally, hands-free Alexa
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Lots of Amazon ads
Low-res display
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What Hi-Fi
A cheap everyday tablet that nails the basics
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Superb value
Balanced and natural picture quality
Solid wired audio
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Standard-def screen isn't very sharp
Weak mono speaker
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We ranked Amazon Fire Max 11 #16 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Digital Trends
Best value Android tablet
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Great screen for video
Keyboard feels good to type on
10-hour-plus battery life
Useful kickstand case
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Sparse app store
Slow charging
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PCMag
Best High-End Amazon Tablet
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Big, vibrant display
Stepped-up design
Respectable performance
Amazon ecosystem access
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Limited app selection
No clear path to future OS versions
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ #17 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Digital Trends
The best big Android tablet
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Very competitive price
Water and dust resistance
Long-lasting battery life
Bright, vibrant display
S Pen included for free
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Android software brings it down
Bulky and heavy
Refresh rate is disappointing
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PCMag
Best Midrange Android Tablet / Editors' Choice
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Good performance
Long battery life
High-quality, waterproof build
Includes S Pen stylus
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Occasional performance stutters
Finicky fingerprint sensor
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We ranked Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) #18 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
What Hi-Fi
A bigger, more premium and ultimately great value tablet
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Strong, punchy picture
Very able for audio
Terrific value
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Designed to sell subscriptions
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We ranked Apple iPad Pro 11 (2021) #19 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for power users on the go
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Fantastic screen
Epic battery life
M1 processor is blazing-fast
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12.9-inch iPad Pro's display is better
iPadOS feels limited with M1 power
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TechRadar
The second best 11-inch iPad
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Desktop PC-level performance
Good battery life
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iPadOS doesn't utilize the power of M1
Doesn’t feature a Mini LED display
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