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
~$7/month
#2, Tablets (under $400)

Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2019) from US$160;
~$290 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 3/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 4.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Large Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 3/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 3/5
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$151.64
- US$151.64 from Amazon (New)
  as of 2020-10-19 11:31:59, EDT
- US$151.64 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2020-10-19 11:32:52, EDT
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$200 - $300
~$9/month
#3, Tablets (under $400)

Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2019, Kids Edition) from US$200;
~$350 with accessories

Cost-efficient and kid-friendly, this tablet comes with a kid-proof case and a 2-year guarantee to match.
- the Mobile Gamer
- the Media Consumer
Device Ratings

by Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 3/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 4.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Large Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 0.5/5
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: 29.20 x 20.60 x 2.60 cm
Weight: 0.778 kg
detailed info from US$197.13
- US$197.13 from Amazon (New)
  as of 2020-10-17 14:25:24, EDT
- US$197.13 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2020-10-19 08:25:20, EDT
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$300 - $400
~$4/month
#1, Tablets (under $400)

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 10.1" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook from US$270;
~$350 with accessories

This affordable tablet has a lot to offer, with a full-featured web browser, access to the Android App Store. Thanks to the bundled cover, it's also slightly be... Read More about the ZA6F0008CA
Device Ratings

by Tablets standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

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

by Large Tablets standards

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

Specs

Processor: MediaTek Helio P60T

Graphics: ARM Mali-G72

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 128.00 GB

Screen Size: 10.1"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

Dimensions: 23.98 x 15.98 x 0.74 cm
Weight: 0.449 kg
detailed info from US$265.37
- US$265.37 from Staples (New)
  as of 2020-10-19 11:52:30, EDT
- US$303.28 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2020-10-17 07:30:31, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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$400 - $500
~$6/month
#3, Laptops (under $525)

Asus Flip C234MA 2-in-1 Chromebook from US$320;
~$428 with accessories

This Chromebook is a compelling solution for anyone looking for affordable connectivity around the house, school, the office, the coffee shop, or anywhere WiFi... Read More about the C234MA-BB01T-CB
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3.5/5
Power 2/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 1/5
Autonomy 4.5/5

by Netbooks standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 1.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 0.5/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 4.5/5

by Large Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4/5
Power 2/5
Storage 3.5/5
Portability 1.5/5
Autonomy 4.5/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Celeron N4020

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 64.00 GB

Screen Size: 11.6"

Screen Resolution: 1366×768

Dimensions: 29.20 x 19.90 x 2.01 cm
Weight: 1.200 kg

detailed info
US$310.86 from Best Buy (New)
as of 2020-10-19 09:32:48, EDT

Pricing Accuracy
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$500 - $600
~$8/month
#4, Laptops ($525 - $825)

Asus Chromebook Flip C434 from US$42015% cheaper than usual
~$570 with accessories

Chromebooks can be quite versatile, but the most affordable models can come a little short for more advanced users. By investing more in a model like this one... Read More about the C434TA-DSM4T
Device Ratings

by Laptops standards

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

by Tablets standards

Bang for the Buck 4.5/5
Versatility for the Price 3/5
Power 3.5/5
Storage 4/5
Portability 0.5/5
Autonomy 2/5

by Netbooks standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 2.5/5
Versatility for the Price 4.5/5
Power 1/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 3.5/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by Large Tablets standards

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

Specs

Processor: Intel Core m3-8100Y

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 615

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 64.00 GB

Screen Size: 14"

Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

Dimensions: 32.10 x 20.20 x 1.57 cm
Weight: 1.450 kg
detailed info from US$417.01
Pricing Accuracy
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$600 - $700
~$25/month
#4, Tablets ($400 - ∞)

Apple iPad Air (2019) from US$4804% cheaper than usual
~$715 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
Device Ratings

by Tablets standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 0.5/5
Versatility for the Price 1.5/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 1/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy 4/5

by Large Tablets standards

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

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$473.88
- US$473.88 from The Source (New)
  as of 2020-10-15 03:57:17, EDT
- US$492.83 from Best Buy (New)
  as of 2020-10-19 06:15:48, EDT
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$700 - $850
~$29/month
#3, Tablets ($400 - ∞)

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 from US$610;
~$1089 with accessories

The Surface Pro is worth considering if you must have a fully-featured Windows tablet that's both easy to carry and packs a long-lasting battery... Read More about the VDH-00001
Device Ratings

by Tablets standards

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

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 0.5/5
Versatility for the Price 0.5/5
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 0.5/5
Power 5/5
Storage 4.5/5
Portability 2/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

Specs

Processor: Intel Core i3-1005G1

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics

Memory: 4.00 GB

Storage: 128.00 GB

Screen Size: 12.3"

Screen Resolution: 2736×1824

Dimensions: 29.21 x 20.07 x 0.84 cm
Weight: 0.775 kg
detailed info from US$605.81
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$850 - $1000
~$25/month
#8, Laptops ($1300 - $1725)

Google Pixelbook from US$990;
~$1319 with accessories

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

by Laptops standards

Bang for the Buck 0.5/5
Versatility for the Price 0/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 2.5/5
Portability 5/5
Autonomy 3.5/5

by Tablets standards

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

by Netbooks standards

Bang for the Buck 2/5
Versatility for the Price 0.5/5
Power 5/5
Storage 5/5
Portability 4.5/5
Autonomy 2.5/5

by All Smart Devices standards

Bang for the Buck 1/5
Versatility for the Price 0/5
Power 1.5/5
Storage 2/5
Portability 4/5
Autonomy 3/5

by Large Tablets standards

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

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
US$984.92 from Google Store (New)
as of 2020-10-19 11:43:22, EDT

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