Up to $500 Off: 16 Black Friday Tablet Deals to Grab While You Can

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Black Friday is the best time of year to score a deep discount on a tablet, and we're seeing some pretty amazing deals on top slates from Amazon, Apple, Google, and Samsung. Whether you're looking for a high-performance model for productivity or an affordable one that keeps the kids entertained, we've got you covered, with solid savings on some of the top-rated tablets we've tested.

If you're looking for more editor-curated deals across more than 15 key tech categories, check out our megapost with the Best Black Friday Deals to Shop Right Now.

It's only 17% off, but the new iPad Air is on sale with the biggest discount we've seen so far. In our review, our expert gave it an "Excellent" rating and our Editors' Choice award, appreciating the powerful performance of its M2 chip, the beautiful screen, and the excellent cameras.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ may not be available for the same low price we saw on Prime Day, but it's still can be yours with a solid $70 discount. We reviewed the Galaxy Tab A9+ and it earned an "Excellent" rating and an Editors' Choice award. Our expert Iyaz Akhtar called out how it proficiently handles advanced productivity tasks as well as streaming and gaming at a low price with few drawbacks. And let's not forget about that large 11-inch screen!

At $280, the 256GB 9th-gen iPad is down to the lowest price we've seen. It's not the most current model, but when we reviewed it, our expert declared it "the best tablet for most people." That's high praise that also earned it an "Excellent" rating and our Editors' Choice award for capable performance no matter if you're streaming content, playing games, taking notes, or just doomscrolling the day away.

At 24% off, this Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is a superb deal, especially since it comes with a Surface Pro Signature Mechanical keyboard and an extra year of warranty protection. In our review of this tablet, we gave it an "Excellent" rating and even our Editors' Choice award. "Microsoft’s Surface Pro 9 is its most polished yet, with unmatched performance, helpful features, and long battery life among high-end 2-in-1 detachable Windows tablets," our expert noted. This configuration has an Intel i7, 16GB RAM, and a 256GB SSD.

One of the things we loved when reviewing the Amazon Fire HD 10 is its affordability, but now that it has a 46% discount for Black Friday, it's an even better choice for those who don't want to spend a fortune on a tablet. Our expert Sarah Lord gave it an "Excellent" rating and our Editors' Choice award, adding that it's the best cheap tablet for most people.

The current base-model iPad is down to $250 for Black Friday. This is a tablet we rated as "Excellent," awarding it our Editors' Choice award, appreciating the new design, high-quality cameras, and fast performance. "Apple's 10th-generation iPad remains the best tablet for most people thanks to its many improvements in design and performance," writes Eric Zeman.

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is another tablet that earned an "Excellent" rating, and it's now available at its best price ever. Our review notes that this tablet has a big and vibrant display that delivers great performance, especially at such an affordable price point. If you’ve already bought into the Amazon ecosystem, which includes a lot of free content, the Max 11 brings some heat, as does this deal!

With a 33% discount this Black Friday, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE is worth considering, especially since this is the best price we've seen for this particular model. The tablet features a large display, has good battery life, and comes with a card slot so you can easily expand the storage space if necessary. While we didn't review this exact model, we tested the larger Galaxy Tab S9 FE+, which earned our Editors' Choice award.

The Google Pixel Tablet is 30% off right now, only five bucks shy of the absolute lowest price we've seen it hit. In , we noted it bridges the gap between tablet and smart display surprisingly well. It also scored points for handling multitasking with ease, being a great media slate, and doing a fine job serving as an oversized smart display. We love a multitasker!

At $100, the Lenovo Tab M9 is 38% off, which is the best discount we've seen. The tablet features a 9-inch screen and only 32GB of storage space, although it does have a microSDXC slot if you want to expand it. You'll also get a folio case with your purchase, so the screen is always protected when you shove the tablet in your bag. We may not have reviewed this model, but we've tested for comparison.

At the lowest price we've seen, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ is a great buy at $850 (down from $1,000). Our review praised the tablet's to high-quality hardware, useful productivity features, and excellent performance.

The newest iPad Pro is down to its lowest price this Black Friday so now's the perfect time to grab one. In our review, we gave the iPad Pro an "Excellent" rating and our Editors' Choice award, with our expert praising the tablet's premium design, brilliant display, and fantastic performance.

More Deals on Tablets

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 64GB Wi-Fi 11" Tablet for $149.00 (List Price $219.99)

• Apple iPad 10.2" 256GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (2021 Release) for $279.99 (List Price $479.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (Oxford Gray) for $199.99 (List Price $275.99)

• Amazon Fire Max 11 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2023 Model) for $139.99 (List Price $229.99)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE 128GB Wi-Fi 10.9" Tablet (Gray) for $299.99 (List Price $449.99)

• Lenovo Tab M11 128GB Wi-Fi 11" Tablet With Case and Pen for $159.99 (List Price $207.71)

• Google Pixel 128GB 8GB RAM 11" Tablet (Hazel) for $279.00 (List Price $399.00)

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The Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet is better suited for older kids and features a larger screen. For Black Friday, it's less than half its usual price, a record for this particular model. In our review of the tablet we touted the strong parental controls and the protective case included, as well as the worry-free two-year guarantee provided by the company.

Amazon's Fire 7 Kids tablet is down to its lowest price for Black Friday, making it the right time to get your kids a device to watch content on. "Amazon's Fire 7 Kids Tablet is an affordable and durable option for parents who want lots of control over the content their kids consume," our review says. The tablet comes with a protective case and ad-free content.

More Deals on Kids' Tablets

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 64GB Wi-Fi 11" Tablet for $149.00 (List Price $219.99)

• Apple iPad 10.2" 256GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (2021 Release) for $279.99 (List Price $479.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (Oxford Gray) for $199.99 (List Price $275.99)

• Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro 32GB Tablet (2023 Release, Nebula) for $109.99 (List Price $189.99)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Kids Edition 11" 64GB Tablet (Red) for $199.99 (List Price $269.99)

• Lenovo Tab M11 128GB Wi-Fi 11" Tablet With Case and Pen for $159.99 (List Price $207.71)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro 32GB Tablet (2024 Release) for $64.99 (List Price $139.99)

*Deals are selected by our commerce team

Now available with a rare $170 discount, the reMarkable 2 is perfect for those who want a tablet they can write on, focusing on note taking and planning. There's no streaming content, no gaming, or anything else—this is an eInk tablet made with a clear goal in mind: taking notes. In our review, we appreciated the lack of latency and the simple interface.

More Deals on eInk Devices

• Kindle 16GB eReader With Lockscreen Ad-Supported (2024 Release) for $84.99 (List Price $109.99)

• Kindle Paperwhite 16GB eReader With Lockscreen Ad-Supported for $129.99 (List Price $159.99)

• Kindle Paperwhite SE 32GB eReader (2024 Release, Metallic Black) for $154.99 (List Price $199.99)

• Kindle Scribe 16GB eReader With Basic Pen (2022 Release) for $269.99 (List Price $339.99)

• Kindle Paperwhite 16GB Essentials Bundle for $184.97 (List Price $204.97)

• Kindle Paperwhite SE 32GB Essentials Bundle for $237.97 (List Price $257.97)

*Deals are selected by our commerce team

Make sure to scope out our Black Friday hub for up-to-the-minute deals on the tech you want most.

More Black Friday Deals

• Blink Outdoor 4 1080p Security Camera (3-Pack) for $99.99 (List Price $259.99)

• Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $199.00 (List Price $349.00)

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M, Sports Band) for $329.00 (List Price $399.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 64GB Wi-Fi 11" Tablet for $149.00 (List Price $219.99)

• iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Q0120 Robot Vacuum Cleaner for $149.00 (List Price $249.99)

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset (Black) for $269.99 (List Price $349.99)

• Samsung Odyssey G93SC 49" Dual QHD OLED Curved Monitor for $949.99 (List Price $1,599.99)

*Deals are selected by our commerce team