Top Tablets per Price Range

If budget is the single, most important factor in your tech shopping, the following will help you find the most bang for your buck in each price category. Along with each suggestion, you will find the approximative cost per month (based on the foreseeable longevity of the device), so you can easily see if spending a little more is worth the investment.

This list assumes that you are not planning on getting new accessories with your next purchase; you already have a protective case, battery pack and secondary charger. If that is not the case, click here to get a list sorted by the price of the device with all accessories included.

• $0 - $200

  ~$6/month
  #1, Tablets (under $375)

  

  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2019) from US$13020%, Best price yet!
  ~$250 with accessories

  Here's an affordable tablet that doesn't compromise on software updates and long-term security. It's not the perfect product, but it's now a bit more powerful... Read More about the KFMAWI

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: MediaTek MT8183

  Graphics: ARM Mali-G72

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 26.20 x 15.90 x 0.98 cm

  Weight: 0.504 kg

  detailed info

  from US$121.52

  • US$121.52 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-16 00:23:18, EST
  • US$151.9 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 05:52:57, EST

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• $200 - $300

  ~$8/month
  #2, Tablets (under $375)

  

  Nintendo Switch Lite from US$200;
  ~$349 with accessories

  This smaller version of the Nintendo Switch is dedicated to mobile gaming. So you do lose the option to connect this version of the console to the TV or to deta... Read More about the HDH-001

  • the Mobile Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Nvidia Tegra X1

  Graphics: Nvidia Maxwell 256

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5.5"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×720

  Dimensions: 9.14 x 20.83 x 1.40 cm

  Weight: 0.277 kg

  detailed info

  from US$196.71

  • US$196.71 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:29:11, EST
  • US$197.47 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 09:23:54, EST
  • US$197.47 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 09:24:39, EST
  • US$197.47 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 09:25:11, EST
  • US$202.59 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 05:42:09, EST

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• $300 - $400

  ~$13/month
  #3, Laptops (under $375)

  

  Acer Spin 11 Touchscreen Chromebook - Silver from US$270;
  ~$368 with accessories

  This Chromebook is quite versatile, with the ability to fold onto itself to be used as a tablet - although a bulky one - or a laptop capable to give you the ful... Read More about the CP311-2H-C04Y

  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N4100

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.60 x 20.60 x 1.96 cm

  Weight: 1.188 kg

  detailed info

  from US$265.82

  • US$265.82 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 16:07:15, EST
  • US$303.8 from Acer (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 17:02:36, EST

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• $400 - $500

  ~$16/month
  #1, Tablets ($375 - $600)

  

  Apple iPad 10.2 (7th gen, 2019) from US$3204% cheaper than usual
  ~$500 with accessories

  The 2018 version of the iPad is almost identical to its predecessor but features slightly improved performance and now support the Apple Stylus, if desired.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A10

  Graphics: Apple A10 Graphics

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.2"

  Screen Resolution: 2160×1620

  Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.95 x 0.75 cm

  Weight: 0.470 kg

  detailed info

  from US$311.39

  • US$311.39 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 05:19:41, EST
  • US$325.83 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 13:11:17, EST
  • US$325.83 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 06:31:57, EST
  • US$325.83 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:27:42, EST
  • US$326.59 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 08:36:32, EST
  • US$326.59 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 08:44:16, EST
  • US$326.59 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 09:28:20, EST
  • US$326.59 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 05:23:47, EST

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• $500 - $600

  ~$21/month
  #2, Tablets ($600 - $1325)

  

  Apple iPad mini (2019) from US$410;
  ~$619 with accessories

  As someone who's only ever used tablets with 8" screens and smaller, I can tell you smaller tablets have their perks. Sure, when you have a surface on which you... Read More about the

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A12 Bionic

  Graphics: Apple A12 Graphics

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 64.00 GB

  Screen Size: 7.9"

  Screen Resolution: 2048×1536

  Dimensions: 20.32 x 13.48 x 0.61 cm

  Weight: 0.301 kg

  detailed info

  from US$401.78

  • US$401.78 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:22:27, EST
  • US$401.78 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 13:16:29, EST
  • US$402.54 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 13:06:41, EST
  • US$402.54 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 23:15:20, EST
  • US$402.54 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 13:21:31, EST
  • US$528.62 from Bell (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:19:06, EST
  • US$531.65 from Sasktel (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:21:46, EST

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• $600 - $700

  ~$26/month
  #5, Tablets ($600 - $1325)

  

  Apple iPad Air (2019) from US$500;
  ~$739 with accessories

  Not to be confused with the 2013 iPad of the same name, the 2019 model upgrades the "main" iPad line (i.e. not the Mini and not the Pro), but sadly, we... Read More about the

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A12 Bionic

  Graphics: Apple A12 Graphics

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 64.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.5"

  Screen Resolution: 2224×1668

  Dimensions: 25.06 x 17.41 x 0.61 cm

  Weight: 0.456 kg

  detailed info

  from US$492.93

  • US$492.93 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:19:24, EST
  • US$493.68 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 12:11:49, EST
  • US$493.68 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 19:37:54, EST
  • US$493.68 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 13:15:16, EST
  • US$622.8 from Sasktel (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:21:56, EST
  • US$622.8 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:52:12, EST
  • US$624.32 from Bell (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:24:19, EST

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• $700 - $850

  ~$17/month
  #11, Laptops ($625 - $825)

  

  Dell 14-inch 2-in-1 Laptop - Silver from US$610;
  ~$820 with accessories

  If you want a laptop and a tablet but can't afford both or don't want the hassle of splitting your files and activities between the two, this model could be wor... Read More about the i5491-5022SLV-PCA

  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10210U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 14"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.79 x 23.29 x 2.01 cm

  Weight: 3.679 kg

  detailed info

  from US$607.61

  • US$607.61 from Dell (Canada) (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 19:45:11, EST
  • US$683.56 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 19:43:04, EST

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• $850 - $1000

  ~$17/month
  #4, Laptops ($825 - $1025)

  

  Asus ZenBook Flip UX561UA from US$7609%, Best price yet!
  ~$1020 with accessories

  A versatile 2-in-1, this laptop balances features and ease of transportation.

  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.32 x 24.64 x 2.03 cm

  Weight: 1.910 kg

  detailed info

  US$759.49 from Staples (New) as of 2019-12-15 12:22:23, EST

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• $1000 - $1200

  ~$29/month
  #11, Laptops ($1025 - $1325)

  

  Google Pixelbook from US$8805% cheaper than usual
  ~$1170 with accessories

  Delivering a premium experience for both ChromeOS and Android, this convertible laptop from Google unlocks the platforms' full potential.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	0/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7Y54

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2400×1600

  Dimensions: 28.96 x 22.10 x 1.02 cm

  Weight: 1.100 kg

  detailed info

  from US$873.42

  • US$873.42 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 07:15:15, EST
  • US$873.42 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:18:13, EST
  • US$986.61 from Google Store (New)
    as of 2019-12-14 14:28:02, EST

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• $1200 - $1750

  ~$29/month
  #4, Laptops ($1525 - $1875)

  

  Microsoft Surface Book 2 (256GB / Intel Core i5) from US$1220;
  ~$1619 with accessories

  The Surface book is a different take on the 2-in-1 concept. It's great if you can't make up your mind between a laptop or a tablet and you can detach the screen... Read More about the PGU-00001

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8350U

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 3000×2000

  Dimensions: 31.20 x 23.20 x 2.30 cm

  Weight: 1.530 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1214.47

  • US$1214.47 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 17:45:43, EST
  • US$1238.01 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:13:37, EST
  • US$1238.01 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:27:34, EST
  • US$1299 from B&H (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 06:51:51, EST

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