The Best Tablet Deals for April 2023

Spring is here, and temperatures are on the rise. New products are hitting the market, but you don’t have to break the bank to upgrade your tablet. If you know where to look, you can score some sweet deals.

With a tablet, you can stream music and video, check and respond to email, run mobile games, read ebooks, surf the web, and more. The main difference between models is the operating system—iPadOS, Android, or Windows. Also important: the processor and amount of on-board memory. You’ll also need to weigh what you want in terms of cost, weight, storage capacity, camera quality, battery life, connectivity, and more.

If you’re going to be using your tablet primarily for reading, consider going with an e-reader instead. They’re often cheaper than tablets, they’re easier on your eyes, and they can serve as notepads as well as mini-libraries. And for those looking for something to completely replace a laptop, many tablets can connect to a removable keyboard, but you could also opt for a true 2-in-1 device that combines a physical keyboard with the versatility of a touch screen. Of course, when you’ll be using your device for resource-intensive activities such as photo and video editing or gaming, a traditional laptop is the way to go.

Apple iPad 10.2″ 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2021 Release)

The 2021 Apple iPad is a versatile tablet that runs on the A13 bionic chip and has a 10.2-inch Retina display and 64GB of storage. User-friendly and powerful enough to run programs like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, this portable device will be your go-to for work and play on the go. Pair it with an Apple Pencil and smart keyboard to truly unlock its creative potential. At $269, this device is at an all-time low in price, so if you’ve been waiting to purchase one, now is the time.

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5i 128GB 12.3″ 2560×1600 Tablet with Keyboard

Featuring a 12th-gen Intel Core i3 processor and 8GB of RAM, the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 is ready to get to work. The 12.3-inch, 2,560-by-1,600 display is suitable for watching your favorite streaming programs as well as browsing the web and processing documents. This configuration may not replace your daily-use laptop, but it’s a good stand-in when you have limited bag space on the road. It comes with a detachable folio keyboard, which features a trackpad and backlit keys.

Fire HD 10 32GB 10.1-Inch Tablet (2021 Release)

For those who like streaming shows and reading books in their downtime, the Fire HD 10 Tablet will be an irreplaceable companion. Because this is an Amazon device, you have access to the millions of titles on Kindle as well as Prime Video and Amazon Music. It’s basically a one-stop shop for Amazon-provided entertainment, though it supports competing services like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and Spotify.

Kindle 16GB eReader (2022 Release)

The 2022 iteration of the Amazon Kindle has a new and improved screen and double the storage capacity over the 2019 model plus long battery life, making for an excellent, affordable ebook reader. Measuring only 6.2 by 4.3 by 0.32 inches, this compact tablet is extremely portable, fitting easily into your backpack or purse. Because this is an Amazon device, Prime members have added benefits: namely access to a rotating catalog of ebooks, audiobooks, and more via Prime Reading. You can pay an additional $20 for an ad-free Kindle, but as they only show up on the lockscreen, this may be a non-issue for some.