Top 3 picks
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 (11")
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The most balanced choice for drawing and note-taking, with a sharp 120Hz AMOLED screen, strong multitasking, and Samsung’s excellent pen experience. It gives you a more premium display and more memory than the iPad, while staying far more portable than the larger Samsung model.
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Where to buy
est. £349Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
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Apple iPad (A16)
Why we picked this
Best Value: The cheapest iPad that is still excellent for handwriting, sketching, and note apps, with strong pen support and very smooth performance for the money. It is lighter and simpler than the Android picks, but the display is less advanced than the premium option and storage starts modestly.
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Where to buy
est. £329Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The largest canvas here, which is ideal if you want more room for sketching, split-screen notes, and reading reference material. It is less portable than the other two, but the bigger display makes it the most comfortable tablet for long creative sessions.
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Where to buy
est. £399Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.