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Best tablet deals: iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Fire, and more

While laptops are great for more advanced productivity and mobility, if you need something a little bit more portable, then a tablet offers a bit of both worlds.  Luckily, many of the best tablets often see a discount, so if you’re in search of both a tablet and some savings, we’ve got you covered. iPad deals, Samsung tablet deals, Amazon Fire Tablet deals, and Surface Laptop and Surface Pro deals are ramping up right now, and we’ve filtered through them all to provide you with what we feel are the best tablet deals to shop today. Reading onward you can find all of the details on how to save, as well as some information on why each tablet might best suit your needs.

Apple iPad 10th Gen (256GB) — $349 $499 30% off

Someone taking a photo with the iPad (2022).
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The 10th-generation Apple iPad, the latest model of Apple’s entry-level tablet, is highlighted in our list of the best iPads as the top mid-range iPad because of its modern design, the switch to a USB-C port, and the performance provided by Apple’s A14 chip. Its 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display is simply gorgeous even under sunlight, and it comes with Apple’s Touch ID fingerprint recognition technology to prevent other people from accessing the tablet.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (128GB) — $200 $270 26% off

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ on a white background.
Samsung

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab lineup offers pretty good affordability, as seen with the Galaxy Tab A9+. It’s an 11-inch tablet that has four speakers and an upgraded chipset over previous models. Its specs ensure you’re getting plenty of power to do the things tablets are meant to do, and it has a super slim design that makes the Galaxy Tab A9+ easy to take with you wherever you go.

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 13-inch — $855 $1,000 14% off

A video call on the Surface Pro 9 tablet.
Microsoft

With the Microsoft Surface Pro you’re not only getting one of Microsoft’s more recent Surface Pro releases, but a powerful tablet that can take on just about any professional-level task. It offers the flexibility of a tablet with the performance capabilities of a laptop, as it has a Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB of system RAM, and 256GB of internal storage capacity. It also works well with external hard drives and peripheral equipment such as 4K displays, as it utilizes the blazing fast connectivity of USB-C for these additional devices, as well as for charging its battery.

Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch (128GB) — $849 $949 11% off

iPad Air 2024 color options.
Apple

The Apple iPad Air M2 is currently one of the best value plays in the iPad lineup, and one of the best Apple deals you’ll find. There are new generations of Apple Silicon out there but the M2 still holds up just fine for most users, and the iPad Air itself has all of the features iPadOS has to offer. These include access to the Apple software ecosystem and software such as Pages, Numbers, Safari, Apple Music, and more. This iPad utilizes Touch ID for security and has a 13-inch Liquid Retina display that provides an immersive experience no matter what you may be watching or working on.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (32GB) — $160 $170 6% off

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite smartphone.
Samsung

If you need an Android tablet for simple tasks like browsing the internet and watching streaming shows, the affordable Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite may be enough for you. Its 8.7-inch screen is decent with WXGA+ resolution, while maintaining portability so you can easily hold the tablet in one hand. Its internal storage is limited at 32GB, but you can expand it by up to 1TB using a microSD card. For the clumsy ones, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is perfect for you because it’s protected by a sturdy metal frame.

More tablet deals we love

There are more tablet deals that are worth buying beyond our top picks above — check out the list we’ve gathered below for more discounts on devices that are made by Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, and Microsoft. We’re not sure how much time is remaining on these offers before they expire though, so you need to hurry with your decision on what to buy and proceed with the transaction as soon as you’ve made up your mind.

  • $269 $350 23% off
  • $290 $329 12% off
  • $359 $399 10% off
  • $474 $499 5% off

How we chose the best tablet deals

There are a lot of tablets out there on the market, and tablets have become a device that electronics brands and retailers love to discount. With so many tablet deals often available it can be tricky to nail down what the best tablet deals may be. When we make our selections we’re looking at a balance of things that include capability, release date, and overall value relative to the size of the discount.

A tablet isn’t going to get you very far if it isn’t going to provide you with what you need in terms of performance. We include several entry-level tablets in our selections for the best tablet deals because they have a broad reach and can get the job done for most people. But we also like to include several higher end options because there are a lot of people out there who do more with a tablet.

We also try to focus on newer tablets when we select the best tablet deals. It can be difficult to find discounts on newer pieces of tech, and often the best tablet deals are on older generations that retailers are trying to get out of their inventory. We include some of these because they usually see the largest price drops and provide a ton of value, but we also keep an eye out for discounts on the newest tablets on the market to see if a deal is going on that makes them one of the best tablet deals of the day.

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Writing in Arabic script using the ESR Geo Digital Pencil on the M4 iPad Pro.

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A girl studies on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus with it's S Pen on top.

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To take advantage of these great tablet deals, just tap the button below. Remember, you only have until 1:00 a.m., though, as this is a Best Buy "Deal of the Day," so be sure to tap the button now, not later, if you really want the tablet. Alternatively, keep reading to get an overview of the tablet as well as how much storage you should get.

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