Top Picks for the Casual Nomad
During the course of a day, you rarely stay in the same room for long, but wherever you go, you like to stay connected. You like to keep tabs on the news, stay in touch with friends, read, watch videos and listen to music.
Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$0 to US$870, with accessories.
Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.
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#1, Laptops ($775 - $1000)
Dell Inspiron 5502 15-inch Laptop from US$640;
~$0 with accessoriesThis Laptop excels with even the most hardcore productivity tasks while remaining relatively easy to carry. It even has a few attractive features, such as Gigab... Read More about the ni155000t_sb_5013dbe
Device Ratings
performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i7-1165G7Graphics: Intel Iris Xe GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 35.61 x 23.45 x 1.79 cmWeight: 1.714 kgdetailed info US$631.27 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-22 03:20:26, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
HP x360 14-inch Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook from US$4808%, Best price yet!
~$620 with accessoriesDevice Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Processor: Intel Core i3-10110UGraphics: Intel UHD GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 14"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 32.15 x 20.60 x 1.79 cmWeight: 1.650 kgdetailed info from US$473.45 - US$473.45 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-22 04:10:17, EST
- US$473.45 from The Source (New)as of 2021-01-22 03:35:15, EST
- US$631.27 from HP (New)as of 2021-01-19 23:22:03, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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#1, Laptops ($550 - $775)
Dell Inspiron 5502 15-inch Laptop from US$480;
~$620 with accessoriesThis Laptop excels at cost-effective productivity while remaining relatively easy to carry. And while it's not the most powerful or most versatile out there, it... Read More about the ni155000t_5019pe
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i3-1005G1Graphics: Intel UHD GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 15.6"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 35.61 x 23.45 x 1.79 cmWeight: 1.714 kgdetailed info US$473.45 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-22 03:20:20, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#3, Laptops ($775 - $1000)
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14-inch 2-in-1 Laptop from US$680;
~$870 with accessoriesThis versatile convertible Laptop is well-suited for everyday productivity tasks, with the attractive option to fold into a tablet for those times where a keybo... Read More about the 82HS000DCF
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-1135G7Graphics: Intel Iris Xe GraphicsMemory: 8.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBScreen Size: 14"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 32.15 x 21.75 x 2.04 cmWeight: 1.500 kgdetailed info US$670.73 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-21 13:44:20, ESTPricing Accuracy
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#1, Tablets (under $400)
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 10.1" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook from US$24014%, Best price yet!
~$350 with accessoriesThis 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
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Processor: MediaTek Helio P60TGraphics: ARM Mali-G72Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 10.1"Screen Resolution: 1920×1200Dimensions: 23.98 x 15.98 x 0.74 cmWeight: 0.449 kgdetailed info from US$236.72 - US$236.72 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2021-01-21 11:20:56, EST
- US$276.18 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-21 11:19:34, EST
- US$291.96 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-21 05:48:39, EST
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#2, Laptops (under $550)
Acer Spin 11-inch Convertible Chromebook from US$360;
~$468 with accessoriesThis versatile Chromebook offers a great experience for the price and is a compelling option if you can`t quite decide between getting a netbook or a tablet and... Read More about the CP311-3H-K9K9
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Processor: MediaTek MT8183Graphics: ARM Mali-G72Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 64.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.00 x 20.60 x 1.88 cmWeight: 1.200 kgdetailed info US$355.09 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-20 05:59:11, ESTPricing Accuracy
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#6, Laptops ($550 - $775)
Asus Chromebook Flip C434 from US$520;
~$699 with accessoriesChromebooks 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
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Processor: Intel Core m3-8100YGraphics: Intel UHD Graphics 615Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 64.00 GBScreen Size: 14"Screen Resolution: 1920×1080Dimensions: 32.10 x 20.20 x 1.57 cmWeight: 1.450 kgdetailed info from US$512.91 - US$512.91 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2021-01-19 23:30:45, EST
- US$535.8 from Walmart (New)as of 2021-01-21 04:43:21, EST
- US$550.79 from Visions Electronics (New)as of 2021-01-20 03:53:56, EST
- US$551.58 from Newegg (New)as of 2021-01-20 05:25:53, EST
- US$552.36 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-19 05:48:54, EST
- US$552.36 from London Drugs (New)as of 2021-01-21 11:40:22, EST
- US$552.36 from Memory Express (New)as of 2021-01-22 04:04:32, EST
Pricing Accuracy
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#6, Laptops (under $550)
Asus Flip C234MA 2-in-1 Chromebook from US$28015%, Best price yet!
~$368 with accessoriesThis 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
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
Meets minimal requirementsperformance in Microsoft Excel 2019
Meets minimal requirementsProcessor: Intel Celeron N4020Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 600Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 64.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.20 x 19.90 x 2.01 cmWeight: 1.200 kgdetailed info US$276.18 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-22 04:47:44, ESTPricing Accuracy
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#1, Tablets ($400 - ∞)
Apple iPad mini (2019) from US$420;
~$620 with accessoriesAs 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
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Microsoft Word 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Microsoft Excel 2019
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Processor: Apple A12 BionicGraphics: Apple A12 GraphicsMemory: 3.00 GBStorage: 64.00 GBScreen Size: 7.9"Screen Resolution: 2048×1536Dimensions: 20.32 x 13.48 x 0.61 cmWeight: 0.301 kgdetailed info from US$418.22 - US$418.22 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-20 14:23:37, EST
- US$418.22 from Staples (New)as of 2021-01-21 12:14:49, EST
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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