Ever since the original iPad launched back in 2010, the tablet has been an influential device in the lives of millions of people.
It hasn’t just been Apple’s tablets, either – slates running Android, Windows and even Amazon’s Fire OS have all made their mark on society.
While they haven’t replaced the smartphone or laptop for most people, there are plenty of reasons you might want to buy a tablet. However, their high price tags might have put you off.
You could just go for a budget tablet, but you’ll have to live with some compromises, so it’s no wonder you’re on the lookout for a great deal.
In this article, we’ll summarise some of the best tablet deals available in the UK and US at the time of writing. But they’re subject to change, so if you see something you like here, we’d encourage you to go for it.
Alternatively, to pretty much guarantee a big discount, you can also find some great refurbished tablet deals.
Best tablet deals in the UK
Get £50 off the new OnePlus Pad 2 and free gifts
OnePlus only launched its new tablet in July, but you can already get £50 off the asking price. What’s more, the company is throwing in its Buds Pro 2 earbuds (usually £179) and a choice between Stylo 2 digital pen (usually £99) or Folio Case 2 (usually £59) for free.
Get 28% off the Honor Pad 9 already
The Honor Pad 9 only launched a few months ago, and was a solid all-round slate for its £300 price tag. But with this discount, it’s even easier to recommend.
Save big on the 2022 iPad Air
There is now a 2024 model of the iPad Air, but that means the older (and still excellent) 2022 version is available with some big discounts. And over 1/3 off makes the 64GB variant excellent value.
Get over 27% off Xiaomi's excellent Pad 6 tablet
The Xiaomi Pad 6 was already the mid-range Android tablet to beat at its £369 starting price, but this £100 discount makes it much more appealing.
Get 37% off the best budget tablet around
This £62 discount makes the already affordable Galaxy Tab A9 even better value for money. If 64GB of storage isn’t enough for you, there’s also 29% off the 256GB version.
Best tablet deals in the US
Get the latest iPad mini at a bargain price
The latest iPad mini from 2021 is still the best small tablet you can buy. The 64GB Wi-Fi model is available with 24% off at Amazon, making it a very good buy.
Get a massive $300 off Samsung's latest Tab S9+
The Tab S9+ is the best all-round Android tablet for most people, and this big discount at Amazon makes it very good value for money.
Get 19% off one of the best cheap tablets you can buy
This 256GB model of Samsung’s premium budget tablet was already great value at its $269.99 starting price. But a discount of over $50 makes it an even better buy.
Save $50 on Apple's new iPad Air already
The latest iPad Air was only released in May, but you can already save $50 on it at Amazon. That’s the lowest price it’s been so far.
Get over $100 off the latest 13-inch iPad Pro
The latest iPad Pro was only released a few months ago, but there are already plenty of discounts at Amazon. The highlight is a small but significant saving on the 13-inch model with 256GB of storage.
Where to find the best deals on tablets
The simple answer is that the best places to buy tablets tend to be the same places you’d buy most of your tech: electronics shops and department stores. You can also go directly to manufacturers’ websites. Here are some ideas to get you started:
UK stores
US stores
LTE models of some tablets will also be available directly from networks.
What tablet should I buy?
Which tablet is best? The answer lies in how you use your tablet, your budget and what you’re looking to get out of your tablet. Tech Advisor has a number of buying guides to help you decide the best way forward. We’ve outlined some of the key points below.
Find the best tablet for you
If you’re looking for deals on the best tablet on the market, there are a few things you may need to consider. First off, should you buy an iPad, Android tablet, Windows tablet or Fire tablet? And do you need one with 4G/5G connectivity, or will just Wi-Fi be fine?
Of course, the best phones on the market will often have premium prices too. Apple’s iPads and Samsung’s Galaxy Tabs are the obvious choices, but don’t rule out the likes of Microsoft Surface or Amazon Fire if you’re looking for something a bit different.
Lots of other smartphone makers also make their own Android tablets, including Xiaomi, OnePlus and Google.
However, it’s worth noting that some of the tablets from Chinese brands that are sold in Europe aren’t available in North America.
Get a great tablet deal
If you’re looking to buy a phone outright, rather than on contract, Amazon has some of the biggest bargains, but make sure you check the specs carefully – third-party sellers sometimes use Amazon to shift international stock, which may vary slightly from what you’d find in stores.
If you find that you’re missing out on Amazon’s Lightning deals, which run for just a few hours and offer limited stock, we’d recommend signing up for Amazon’s 30-day free trial of Prime, which will get you access to deals 30 minutes before everyone else.
Plus, you’ll get free next-day delivery with the Prime trial, as well as access to the Prime Video streaming service and much more.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Mobile Editor, Tech Advisor
Anyron is Mobile Editor at Tech Advisor, where he’s been a mainstay of the editorial team since 2019. In his current role, Anyron is responsible for all smartphone, tablet and mobile network coverage on the site. A BA Journalism graduate, he has experience with a wide range of consumer tech products and services, including smartphones, tablets, foldables, wearables and more.