We’re a few weeks away from Black Friday, but already seeing amazing deals! From Apple and Samsung to Google and Amazon, we’re seeing some stunning discounts on some top tablets. Whether you’re looking for a high-performance slate for work or an affordable device that keeps the kids entertained, we’ve found a bunch, with more to come! Read on then go and get your savings on!
And don’t forget to check out the Best Early Black Friday Deals Available Now.
Ahead of Black Friday, the new iPad Air is on sale for its best price yet. We know it’s only 8% off, but it’s one of the best prices we’ve seen so far. In our review of the iPad Air, our expert gave it an “Excellent” rating and our Editors’ Choice award, appreciating the powerful performance of its M2 chip, the beautiful screen, and the excellent cameras.
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The Amazon Fire Max 11 is another tablet that earned an “Excellent” rating, which is now available at its best price ever. In our review, analyst Dave LeClair notes that this tablet has a big and vibrant display that delivers great performance, especially at such an affordable price point. “If you’ve already bought into the Amazon ecosystem, which includes a lot of free content, the Max 11 brings some heat,” as does this deal!
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ may not be available for the same low price we saw on Prime Day (yet), but it’s still can be yours with a solid $50 discount. We reviewed the Galaxy Tab A9+ it earned an “Excellent” rating and an Editors’ Choice award. Our expert Iyaz Akhtar called out how well it, “proficiently handles advanced productivity tasks as well as entertainment such as streaming and gaming at a low price with few drawbacks.” And let’s not forget about that large screen!
The 9th gen iPad Air is down to its best price yet! Our expert Steven Winkelman called it “the best tablet for most people.” That’s high praise that also earned it an “Excellent” rating and our Editors’ Choice award for powerful performance no matter if you’re streaming content, playing games, taking notes, or just doomscrolling the day away.
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Intel i7, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Mechanical Keyboard, 1Y Extended Warranty
$1,399.00
at Amazon
$1,804.97
Save $405.97
With a fantastic 22% off, the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is a superb deal, especially since it comes with a Surface Pro Signature Mechanical keyboard, as well as an extra year of warranty. In our review of this tablet, we gave it an “Excellent” rating and even our Editors’ Choice award. “Microsoft’s Surface Pro 9 is its most polished yet, with unmatched performance, helpful features, and long battery life among high-end 2-in-1 detachable Windows tablets,” our expert Charles Jefferies noted.
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One of the things we loved when reviewing the Amazon Fire HD 10 was how affordable it was, but now that it has a 46% discount ahead of Black Friday, it’s an even better choice for those who don’t want to spend a fortune on a tablet. Our expert Sarah Lord reviewed the Fire HD 10 and gave it an “Excellent” rating and our Editors’ Choice award, adding that this is the “best cheap tablet for most people.”
The iPad Mini is down to its best price, which is always nice to see, but especially now as Black Friday draws closer. This model “delivers Pro-level power in a smaller size that’s better for reading, taking notes, and slipping in a jacket pocket,” noted our expert Steven Winkelman in his review of the sixth-gen iPad Mini. The tablet also delivers excellent battery life, enabling you to enjoy content for the whole day.
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Amazon’s Fire 7 Kids tablet is down to its best price ahead of Black Friday, making it the right time to get your kids a device to watch content on. “Amazon’s Fire 7 Kids Tablet is an affordable and durable option for parents who want lots of control over the content their kids consume,” our review reads. Not only does the tablet come with a highly protective case, but also ad-free content.
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I’m Eric Zeman, PCMag’s Managing Editor for consumer electronics content, overseeing an experienced team of reviewers and product testers. I’ve been covering tech for more than 22 years. I’ve written thousands of product reviews of tablets (and so much more) and I’m here to answer the most pressing questions you might be facing this Black Friday.
Is Black Friday/Cyber Monday a Good Time to Buy a Tablet? Should I Wait Until Then?
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are opportune times to pick up a new tablet at a discount. Whether it is Fire tablet or an Apple iPad, retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart are likely to have good deals. However, don’t expect to see sales of 50% off. Retailers will drop tablet prices only modestly, with discounts not exceeding about 25%. It’s unlikely that prices will be any lower later in the holiday shopping season.
Will the iPad go down in price on Black Friday?
Some retailers are expected to drop the price of the Apple iPad on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. In this case, sale prices for the iPad will fall between 10% and 20%, depending on the model, how old it is, and the retailer. Apple itself will not discount the iPad, but Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and others may drop the price just enough.
Which tablets are the best to buy?
Different tablets work for different people. Casual users who are only interested in using a tablet for streaming media should stick with low-cost options like the Amazon Fire HD 10. People who are invested in Android phones, like those from Google, Motorola, or Samsung, may find an Android tablet like the Galaxy Tab A or Tab S works best, as it will seamlessly handle app and content purchases from the Google Play Store. Apple iPhone users will be best served by an iPad, which has a similar operating system and tie-ins with the Apple App Store.
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