Best iPad and tablet deals for 2026

Our experts hunt down the top bargains throughout the year, so we know a good iPad or tablet deal when we see one – and when to ignore the marketing hype. Our curated list of the best iPad and tablet deals will help you find the best discounted devices you can buy right now.

We check tablet sale prices on entry-level and mid-range models, as well as high-end, big-screen tablets that can replace a laptop.

Like all tech products, tablets are constantly being updated. This means there are plenty of deals on last-generation iPads and tablets, as well as occasional discounts on the latest models. Here, we list the best genuine tablet deals available right now.

See all the tablets we've tested by going to our iPad and tablet reviews.

Best iPad and tablet deals for 2026

We check top retailers to find the best deals on tablets and iPads. We only include offers on tablets that do well in our lab tests, so if a tablet doesn't meet a decent standard, you won't find it on this list – even if it's been heavily reduced.

* References to ‘Average price' and 'Cheapest price' are based on Which? market knowledge and information supplied by our partners. The price is checked for the six calendar months prior to publication. Not all retailers are included in our checks.

 We reveal the best tablets based on our tough lab tests. If you're wondering why you should trust our reviews, check out how we test tablets.

Our pick: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

Average price in the past six months: £443
Cheapest price in the past six months: £329*

• 10.9-inch screen
• Starts at 8GB Ram 
• And 128GB storage

We like: Good build quality

We didn't like: Slippery back

A mid-range tablet in both price and features. It has an LCD screen and is available in grey, silver and blue.

A more expensive 256GB/12GB version is also available. There’s also an option to add 5G connectivity, enabling you to stream data on the go. 

It isn't designed for intensive tasks, but our tests investigate whether the combination of build and speaker quality, stylus usability and screen contrast make it a good choice for everyday use.  

Read our Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE review to see our verdict.

Best iPad deals

Thinking of buying an iPad? While you might see small discounts on other sites, our expert analysis shows there are no genuine deals available right now other than the iPad Mini, below. We're serious about your money: we only recommend real discounts. This is how we ensure you're getting real value, not just fake savings. 

If you know you want an Apple iPad, check out our guide to the best iPads to find the right model for your needs.

iPad Mini 2024

Average price in the past six months: £484
Cheapest price in the past six months: £449*

• 8.3-inch screen
• 8GB Ram
• 128GB of storage

We like: Unbeatable portability

We didn't like: The speakers could be better, based on our tests

This deal isn't a huge discount, but reductions can be scarce with Apple and this is the best offer we could find available on iPads right now. As the smallest tablet in Apple's range, with an 8.3-inch display, the iPad Mini is designed for those who would prefer to have a more compact tablet that's easy to carry on the go.

Even though it is a smaller device, the iPad Mini still packs the core iPadOS experience. Thanks to the most recent iPadOS 26 update, this now features windowed app multitasking. 

Budding artists will be pleased to know that the iPad Mini is compatible with the Apple Pencil, although the stylus could just as easily be used for taking down some handwritten notes in a meeting or lecture.

Curious to know more about this portable tablet? Head on over to our iPad Mini 2024 review.

Best Samsung Galaxy tablet deals 

Samsung is the most popular Android tablet manufacturer. It makes tablets that can compete with high-end iPads, but also has cheaper options if you don't need anything too powerful.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9

Average price in the past six months: £123
Cheapest price in the past six months: £99*

• 8.7-inch screen
• 4GB Ram
• 64GB of storage

We like: It's intuitive to use

We don't like: Cameras are a let down

This tablet from Samsung has a smaller screen size than a Samsung S9 or an iPad and is closer to an iPad Mini. It has a resolution of 1,340 x 800, which is less than Full HD. 

Its eight-core processor and 4GB of Ram are at the top end of what we’d expect from a tablet at this price, but it will struggle to cope with anything too demanding. It runs Google’s Android operating system, with some Samsung bells and whistles overlayed.

Find out whether this Samsung Galaxy tablet is decent enough for your needs with our Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 review.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

Average price in the past six months: £970
Cheapest price in the past six months: £749*

• 14.6-inch screen
• 12GB Ram
• 256GB of storage

We like: It's robust

We don't like: Expensive, even on a deal, so consider whether you really need all this power

This is the highest-powered, largest and most expensive Android tablet from Samsung's range. The screen has a luxurious number of pixels (2,960 x 1,848 resolution),  a top-of-the-range MediaTek chip, alongside a generous 12GB Ram. 

It's a tablet made for more than just web browsing and video watching activities - it's for creative work, like video editing and complex image design.

If you're not sure whether the already substantial 256GB of storage is enough, you can expand it later with a micro-SD card. It comes with a USB-C charging cable – you don't get a plug.

Find out how this Samsung Galaxy tablet performed in our independent lab tests: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra review.

Best Android tablet deals 

Google's tablet runs on the Android operating system, as do many Chinese brands' tablets. Honor, Lenovo and Xiaomi are all popular, offering several high-spec tablets for less than you might expect.

Honor Pad X8a

Average price in the past six months: £100
Cheapest price in the past six months: £90*

• 11-inch screen
• 4GB Ram
• 128GB of storage

We like: It does the basics well

We didn't like: The screen could be brighter

Even though it's a tablet designed with the budget market in mind, the Honour Pad X8a still showcases just how far that sector has come, offering a large 11-inch LCD panel for a relatively low price.

With a 90Hz refresh rate, the tablet is capable of providing smooth scrolling through apps or play less taxing games on the go.

The inclusion of four speakers to create a stereo sound effect is helpful if you're watching some entertainment at home and you don't have a pair of headphones to hand.

Read our full Honor Pad 8Xa review to see how the tablet compares against similar budget buys.

Honor Pad V9

Average price in the past six months: £314
Cheapest price in the past six months: £250*

• 11.5-inch screen
• 8GB of Ram 
• 256GB of storage

We like: Lightweight and robust build

We didn't like: Relatively slow charging speed

This is an entry-level tablet from Honor, with a 2K (2,800 x 1,840-pixel), 11.5-inch display. It runs MagicOS - Honor’s own operating system, based on Android. It has eight speakers that give a nice amount of bass.

The tablet has a single USB-C port, which you use to connect accessories and charge the device. You get a USB-C cable in the box, but no power adaptor. Wi-fi and Bluetooth connections are also supported. There’s no micro-SD card slot for expanding storage.

Read our Honor Pad V9 review to see if this tablet is worth your money.

Honor MagicPad 2

Average price in the past six months: £448
Cheapest price in the past six months: £360*

You can get an additional £30 discount voucher from the Honor website, so you'll pay £330.

• 12.3-inch screen
• 16GB of Ram
• 256GB of storage

We like: Great specs for the price

We didn't like: Slow charging speed, based on our tests

This is a mid-range tablet from Honor. It’s a larger model, with a 12.3-inch 1,920 x 3,000-pixel screen. It comes with Honor’s Android-based MagicOS operating system , and runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor.

This tablet lacks a micro-SD card slot, so there is no way to add further storage if you run out of space - though 256GB will be plenty for most.

You can boost your productivity by purchasing an additional Smart Bluetooth Keyboard case and a Magic-Pencil 3 stylus. 

Find out if it offers good features and performance in our full Honor MagicPad 2 review.

How to spot a good deal on an iPad or tablet

Adam Speight, Which? tablets expert, says: 

• iPads are rarely on offer, so any discount you spot is likely to be a good one. To double-check, the Apple store will show the iPad at the standard retail price so you can see if the deal is worthwhile.
• Look out for 'deals' that actually add a load of extra stuff you may not need, such as app subscriptions, styluses and cases. Odds are, if it's a 'starter pack offer' aiming to keep the price as close to the RRP as possible, another retailer will have it with a true discount and without all those unnecessary extras.
• Don't worry about buying an older tablet. Models released in 2024 or 2025 are still worth a look, but check the free tool in our guide to which tablets and iPads stay secure the longest to make sure you'll still get plenty of updates in years to come.

Where’s the best place to buy a tablet?

We've selected good deals on decent tablets that are currently on offer. If none of these are right for you, don't worry – there will be ample opportunity to find a great tablet deal.

Finding an iPad deal

The Apple website provides a good baseline of how much an iPad costs, because Apple never discounts new models there. Knowing the true full price will make it easier to work out whether you're getting a decent discount on other sites. Click to go to the Apple iPad website.

When shopping around for deals and looking at sale prices, be aware that there are multiple generations of iPads on sale at the same time, so make sure you know which one you're buying. Our best iPads guide will help you out. 

There’s nothing wrong with buying an older-generation iPad – it’s a great way to save money. But make sure you’re comparing like with like, rather than a newer, more expensive model with an older, cheaper one.

Refurbished models

Another way to keep costs down is to consider a refurbished tablet. Apple never has deals on new tablets, but there's a section on its official site for refurbished iPads that come with a one-year warranty. What’s available varies from one model to the next, but you should be able to save at least 20% on a refurbished tablet over a new one. 

Find out more about how to save money and what to watch out for when buying a refurbished iPad

Student tablet deals

If you’re a student, you might qualify for an Apple student discount, which will get you money off iPads and other Apple products. 

See all our Apple iPad reviews

Finding a Microsoft Surface tablet deal

It’s sensible to start your search for a Surface tablet on the Microsoft Store website. 

This is the place to find the true price of the model and specification you’re after – and you may even find a discount while you’re there. It might be a simple discount on a specification, or it could be a discounted or free accessory when you buy a tablet at full price.

If that doesn't work, you’ll likely find a discount from various retailers. Make sure you check all the specifications and colour options, as discounts might apply to only one or two of these at any one time. 

See all our Microsoft Surface tablet reviews

Finding an Amazon Fire tablet deal

Amazon Fire tablets are competitively priced to start with, but deals do come along fairly regularly. You'll often find the best prices on the Amazon Fire site, and you can sometimes find decent discounts at Argos and Currys, among others. 

If there's nothing available on the day you search, you probably won't have to wait long for a discount to materialise. So, if you don’t need to buy now, it could pay to wait until a deal comes up.

See all of our Amazon Fire tablet reviews

Tablets and security support

Before you buy, bear in mind that not all manufacturers are equal when it comes to security updates. We've found that some support their tablets for only two to three years.

Our free, quick tablet security tool enables you to check how long a tablet will continue to receive security updates. It also provides important advice on how to stay safe when using your tablet. 

Looking for more offers on tech products? See our pick of the best iPhone deals and best laptop deals.