After a new cheap tablet? Whether you’re after Android or iOS you’ll find some top budget options here.
Most tablets tend to be mid-range and above, with Apple’s iPad ranges being prime examples of that, which means the best cheap tablet selection isn’t as wide as the selection of the best cheap phones available. That said, there are still some great choices, and even if you’re set on an iPad there are a few that are surprisingly affordable, such as the iPad 10.2 (2019). The bulk of the best cheap tablet options though come from Amazon, which specializes in this area of the market with slates like the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus. As such, most entries on this list come from Amazon, but with Apple and Samsung options too there should be something for almost everyone. You’ll find all the best options below, and to make your decision even easier we’ve ranked them and highlighted all the major good and bad points about each tablet. That said, we’d recommend reading our full review of any you’re considering buying, so that you’ll know exactly what you’re getting. And if nothing catches your eye and you’ve got a bigger budget, it’s also worth checking out our other best tablet guides, linked below – or check back here another time, as we’re keeping this list constantly updated. The best cheap tablet you can buy right now, the iPad 10.2 (2019) packs a lot in for the price. It might no longer be the newest entry-level iPad out there with the iPad 10.2 (2020) taking that crown, but that doesn’t stop the iPad 10.2 (2019) being a worthy cheap alternative. You still get a 10.2-inch display, along with Smart Keyboard Cover compatibility, extra RAM, and all the great features that the latest iPadOS offer. That includes being able to use the iPad 10.2 (2019) as a second Mac display via MacOS Catalina’s SideCar feature. The display is gorgeous and bright and colorful so it’s a fine choice, both as a tablet or as a secondary screen.
