Top 3 picks
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
Why we picked this
Best Overall: A well-rounded Android tablet with a sharp 10.9-inch display, ample memory, expandable storage, S Pen support, and strong battery life. It is substantially more capable and flexible than the Fire HD 10 while avoiding the iPad's limited base storage. The typical configuration is Wi-Fi-only, so it is best paired with a phone for calls and texts.
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Where to buy
est. €399Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
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Amazon Fire HD 10 (13th Gen)
Why we picked this
Best Value: The cheapest option here, with a larger screen than the smaller Fire models and enough performance for basic calls, messaging, browsing, and streaming. Fire OS is Android-based but has fewer Google apps than standard Android. It is less versatile than the Samsung and Apple alternatives, but offers the lowest-cost entry point.
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Where to buy
est. €139Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
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Apple iPad (10th generation)
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The strongest choice for a polished, easy-to-use tablet experience, with a responsive A14 Bionic chip, long software support, USB-C, and good cameras for video calls. It offers a smoother app ecosystem than the Fire HD 10 and a simpler experience than many Android tablets. Its main compromise is the base model's 64GB storage and lack of microSD expansion.
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Where to buy
est. €549Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.