The experience of using a tablet will always be different from that of a smartphone and a computer. Although currently they do not have the same weight as they were years ago, they are still very interesting devices and that you should take into account. Especially if you are looking for a device to perform certain tasks without depending on the computer or to complete it. Therefore, we have selected what in our opinion are the best tablets you can find today.
The best tablet on the market
The iPad is, for a simple matter of applications, the best tablet on the market for many users today. But that does not mean that it is or should also be the best for you, because it will depend on what type of uses you want to give it and even who will use it. Therefore, without losing sight of them, you must also take into account other existing models on the market.
That is what we have done, we have reviewed what other manufacturers offer right now to be able to select the best tablets based on the needs that each user may have. Not only in hardware but also in price. So, if you are looking for a new tablet, you find the one that best suits your uses and pocket.
Amazon Fire HD 8
Processor: Mediatek | Memory: 1.5 GB RAM | Storage: 16/32 GB | Battery: 4,750 mAh | OS: Fire OS (Android Based) | Screen: 8 ″ HD
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is one of those tablets that only for its price is already attractive. With a fairly modest design in terms of materials and physical appearance, the best thing is that its 8-inch screen offers interesting dimensions when used as a media player.
For this reason and because it is based on Android, in addition to all the Amazon services, it can also be used for other types of uses such as consulting information and even running some other simple game. Thus, for everyone in general and for the little ones in particular, Amazon’s proposal is and will continue to be the best option if you are looking to invest little money.
The best
- Price
- Multimedia capabilities
Worst
- Reduced power for demanding games and apps
- HD screen resolution
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2019 10.1
Processor: Exynos | Memory: 2/3 GB RAM | Storage: 32/64 GB | Battery: 7,300 mAh | OS: Android | Screen: 10.1 ″ (1920 × 1200)
When we analyzed the Galaxy Tab A 2019 10.1 it was clear to us that this turned out to be a very complete tablet for everything related to multimedia use and even video games, as long as you were not asked to enjoy the most demanding games on the Play Store to the fullest. .
For screen size, quality in construction and everything related to performance, if you are looking for a somewhat more solvent tablet, that you can use both for content playback and for educational work, information consultation and office automation topics, it deserves enough the sorrow. Because it is still an option
The best
- Design
- Multimedia capabilities
- Drums
Worst
- Performance with demanding apps
- Camera quality
Education iPad
Processor: Apple A10 | Memory: 3 GB RAM | Storage: 32/128 GB | Battery: Up to 9 hours | SO: iPadOS | Screen: 10.2 ″ (2160 × 1620)
The education iPad is one of the best options when it comes to looking for a solvent tablet in all aspects and designed for educational topics. The reasons are none other than its catalog of applications and the possibilities offered by the use of the pen together with iPadOS.
The only problem is that, despite having an attractive price compared to the rest of the iPad range, it is above what some are willing to invest in a secondary a priori device. Therefore, it is necessary to assess well what use is going to be given and what additional accessories you may need. If it is or you want it to be that “computer” for the little ones in the house, it is a great option, but opt for the external keyboard and pencil from Logitech , not the officers if you want to save.
The best
- Application catalog
- performance
- Drums
Worst
- Price
iPad Air
Processor: Apple A12 Bionic | Memory: 3 GB RAM | Storage: 64/256 GB | Battery: Up to 9 hours | SO: iPadOS | Screen: 10.5 ″ (2224 × 1668)
If we talk about tablets and consider all price ranges, it is logical that we consider each and every one of the Apple models. The iPad Air is the option for those looking for more power, thanks to its Apple A12 Bionic processor, without reaching all that the Pro model offers, practically twice as expensive.
In exchange for this price increase compared to the education model, this model offers superior features that are especially noticeable in the quality of its screen and performance. Although the Pro model is very attractive, with this device you can do practically everything in the same way for less price. From photo editing tasks, video, demanding games, educational applications and multimedia content playback, it is a very good option if you are looking to level up.
The best
- Application catalog
- performance
- Drums
- Screen quality
Worst
- Price
- Design compared to the Pro model
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
Processor: Apple A12 Bionic | Memory: 6/8 GB RAM | Storage: 128/256 GB | Battery: 7040 mAh | OS: Android | Screen: 10.5 ″ AMOLED (2560 × 1600)
With the iPad dominating practically all the sections from a certain price, if you are looking for a quality and solvent alternative with Android as the operating system, then the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is one of the best proposals.
The 10.5-inch AMOLED screen offers great quality when it comes to displaying all kinds of content, from multimedia to web pages, text documents, etc. In addition, it offers a pen holder (which already includes, unlike iPad) so you can use it in different ways and get more out of your specific applications.
As a versatile device and with Android as the operating system, it is one of the most interesting options you will find and a great recommendation.
The best
- Android (for those who do not want iPadOS)
- Screen quality
- Pencil included
- Design
- performance
Worst
- Lack of more apps to take advantage of the pencil
- Price
iPad Pro
Processor: Apple A12X | Memory: 6 GB RAM | Storage: 128/256/512 GB and 1 TB | Battery: Up to 10 hours | SO: iPadOS | Screen: 11 ″ and 12.9 ″
If we talk about a tablet with high pretensions, then the iPad Pro is the big winner . The Apple device is expensive, quite a bit, but it offers one of the best experiences on devices of this type. Due to the quality of its screen, power, sound, battery, … practically everything is the best product of this type. In addition iPadOS in its latest versions has improved significantly and that makes it much more attractive as a complement and “possible” substitute for the traditional computer.
The only problem with the iPad Pro, both the 11-inch and 12.9-inch models, is its price . The investment you have to make to have a tablet, keyboard and Apple Pencil is very high. Therefore, either you are clear that you are going to take advantage of it or there are other options that, perhaps, you should consider. If using Windows is not a problem, or even if it is what you need, then Microsoft‘s Surface Pro is the best combination of the advantages of a tablet and a computer. So you must choose well.
By the way, if you opt for the iPad Pro, you may be interested in considering the 2018 model instead of the recently introduced 2020 iPad Pro. The differences are minimal, basically the camera with a dual sensor and LIDAR scanner plus a slight advantage at the level of processor that you will not notice in your day to day. So, if you are not interested in that improvement in the camera, the previous model is still just as valid and cheaper.
The best
- performance
- screen
- Sound
- Applications
Worst
- Very high price
- Limitations in front of computer
How to choose the best tablet
Other manufacturers such as Huawei, Lenovo or even Xiaomi with their Mi Pad also offer other tablet models, but from our experience these are the most interesting options that you can find today. On the one hand there is the entire iPad range, with the exception of the iPad mini, which provides advantages but for the price the Air model is really more attractive. And by others those of Samsung or Amazon itself that give the alternative to those who are looking for a different operating system or a much more affordable price for less demanding uses.
Therefore, taking all this into account, the criteria for choosing the best tablet for you is very simple:
- Evaluate what uses you are going to give it
- Specify how much you are willing to invest, both in the tablet and in possible accessories
- Do not complicate yourself with the cameras, in general none offer the quality of a smartphone
With those two simple questions, you will already be very clear on what model you will really need. Our recommendation for a cheap tablet and practically good for everything is the 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab A2019 . If you don’t mind spending a little more, the Education iPad is just fine.
And finally, if you are considering the iPad Pro we would tell you that: either you are very sure that it is the tablet you want or the iPad Air meets practically everything that the Pro model does at the best price. Or, in the case that the price is not a great impediment, what values the Surface if Windows is the operating system that you usually use, because the Surface Pro 7 combines the best of both worlds (laptop and tablet).