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

  ~$5/month
  

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 from $140;
  ~$235 with accessories

  A good mid-range option if you're looking for an android-based tablet but don't need anything fancy... Read More about the SM-T280NZWAXAC

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 410

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 306

  Memory: 1.50 GB

  Storage: 8.00 GB

  Screen Size: 7"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 18.69 x 10.88 x 0.87 cm

  Weight: 0.28 kg

  detailed info

  from $138.00

  • $138.00 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2018-09-22 13:52:20, EDT
  • $139.00 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2018-09-22 13:49:24, EDT
  • $139.96 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-19 13:12:12, EDT
  • $139.96 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:43:57, EDT
  • $139.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:38:39, EDT
  • $139.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:10:26, EDT
  • $139.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 15:34:40, EDT
  • $149.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 05:57:34, EDT
  • $175.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 12:29:50, EDT

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• $200 - $300

  ~$10/month
  

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 from $280;
  ~$490 with accessories

  A good android tablet if you're not looking for something especially powerful, but want a big screen and good battery autonomy.

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 7870

  Graphics: Samsung Mali T830

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 25.40 x 15.53 x 0.82 cm

  Weight: 0.53 kg

  detailed info

  from $277.70

  • $277.70 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 13:50:25, EDT
  • $397.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:35:38, EDT
  • $399.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 13:48:41, EDT
  • $399.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:35:28, EDT
  • $399.99 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 13:53:00, EDT
  • $399.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 13:53:45, EDT
  • $399.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 05:05:06, EDT
  • $399.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 13:49:31, EDT
  • $399.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:10:58, EDT
  • $520.99 from eBay (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:07:57, EDT

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• $300 - $400

  ~$8/month
  

  Nintendo Switch from $3703%, Best price yet!
  ~$378 with accessories

  The Nintendo Switch is the game console you can either use in the living room as a "regular" game console, or on the move as a tablet.

  • the Mobile Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Small Tablets standards

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

  by Consoles standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Nvidia Tegra X1

  Graphics: Nvidia Maxwell 256

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 6.2"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×720

  Dimensions: 23.88 x 10.16 x 1.40 cm

  Weight: 0.40 kg

  detailed info

  from $369.99

  • $369.99 from EB Games (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:40:12, EDT
  • $379.95 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:30:05, EDT
  • $379.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 11:38:39, EDT
  • $379.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:42:59, EDT
  • $379.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:45:20, EDT

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• $400 - $500

  ~$17/month
  

  Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7" from $480;
  ~$623 with accessories

  Very thin, light and capable. The Galaxy Tab S2 makes a great tablet featuring one of the best screen around. If you'd want your iPad to run android instead, th... Read More about the SM-T813NZDEXAC

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 5433

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 420

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 9.7"

  Screen Resolution: 2048×1536

  Dimensions: 23.73 x 16.90 x 0.56 cm

  Weight: 0.39 kg

  detailed info

  from $479.99

  • $479.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-09-20 13:53:00, EDT
  • $499.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-09-19 12:55:45, EDT
  • $499.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 05:29:05, EDT
  • $499.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 12:32:13, EDT
  • $499.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 16:07:37, EDT
  • $499.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 16:02:06, EDT
  • $525.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 05:58:04, EDT
  • $575.95 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 11:05:13, EDT
  • $707.66 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 06:02:39, EDT

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• $500 - $600

  ~$21/month
  

  Asus Chromebook Flip C100PA 4GB from $540;
  ~$628 with accessories

  This is an interesting device; it's a convertible 2-in-1 Chromebook which can be used as a laptop or a tablet. Its build quality is great for a device this pric... Read More about the C100PA-DB02

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Netbooks standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  Specs

  Processor: Rockchip RK3288C

  Graphics: ARM Mali-T764

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 26.28 x 18.24 x 1.56 cm

  Weight: 0.89 kg

  detailed info

  $537.99 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-09-24 12:47:27, EDT

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• $600 - $700

  ~$27/month
  

  Huawei MateBook from $650;
  ~$838 with accessories

  This Windows-powered tablet received poor reviews, most of them related to its folio keyboard and battery endurance. Still, if the keyboard isn't a big deal for... Read More about the

  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core m5-6Y54

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 515

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12"

  Screen Resolution: 2160×1440

  Dimensions: 27.88 x 19.41 x 0.69 cm

  Weight: 0.64 kg

  detailed info

  from $649.97

  • $649.97 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 05:10:06, EDT
  • $699.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-09-23 15:56:04, EDT
  • $712.98 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 13:12:03, EDT

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• $700 - $850

  ~$15/month
  

  Dell Inspiron 13" Convertible Laptop from $850;
  ~$1090 with accessories

  A versatile and easy-to-carry convertible laptop for everyday needs and storing your media collection... Read More about the i5379-5296GRY-PUS

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 32.48 x 22.44 x 2.02 cm

  Weight: 1.69 kg

  detailed info

  from $849.00

  • $849.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 12:43:48, EDT
  • $1149.99 from Dell (New)
    as of 2018-09-21 12:41:38, EDT

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• $850 - $1000

  ~$17/month
  

  Lenovo Ideapad Flex 5 15 2 in 1 PC from $900;
  ~$989 with accessories

  If you're looking for versatility or an inexpensive alternative to a Cintiq art tablet, this convertible laptop is well worth considering.

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.30 x 24.69 x 1.91 cm

  Weight: 1.99 kg

  detailed info

  $899.00 from Microsoft (New) as of 2018-09-21 12:58:48, EDT

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• $1000 - $1200

  ~$18/month
  

  Asus ZenBook Flip UX561UA from $110017% cheaper than usual
  ~$1190 with accessories

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

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

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

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

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

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  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: 1.91 kg

  detailed info

  $1099.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-09-24 11:07:33, EDT

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• $1200 - $1450

  ~$31/month
  

  Microsoft Surface Book 2 (128GB / Intel Core i5) from $1700;
  ~$1934 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 HMU-00001

  • the Road Warrior
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  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Tablets standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

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

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7300U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.5"

  Screen Resolution: 3000×2000

  Dimensions: 31.20 x 23.20 x 2.30 cm

  Weight: 1.53 kg

  detailed info

  from $1699.00

  • $1699.00 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 04:14:13, EDT
  • $1989.00 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-09-24 05:18:24, EDT

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