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+Tablets have yet to make themselves essential, but that doesn't mean they aren't nice to have around. A good tablet can be a portable TV screen around the house, or a great way to enjoy apps and games on the go. 
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+The iPad's ease of use and best-in-breed software still make it the obvious choice for most people, but if you don't want an iPad, there are options. Android tablets have become useful enough to consider, and Amazon's incredibly affordable tablets are also worth it if your needs are light. Finally, if you mostly need a laptop that can stand in for a tablet, a Windows 2-in-1 might be your best bet. Be sure to check out all of [WIRED's Buying Guides](https://www.wired.com/tag/buying-guides/).  
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+*Updated November 2019: We've added the new iPad, the Galaxy Tab S6, and removed some older tablets that are no longer available.*
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+### Best For Most People
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+We haven't had a chance to test Apple's 2019 update to the base model iPad, but we're confident that it's going to be best buy for most people. It's mostly the same as the 2018 model, which topped previous versions of this list. It even, somewhat disappointingly, has the same A10 Fusion processor as the 2018 model. It's plenty powerful enough for most use cases, but if you're planning a lot of photo editing, you may want to look into the iPad Pro models.
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+We like the small .5-inch bump in screen size, which makes this latest model half an inch taller, and the Smart Connector hookup that lets you use an Apple Keyboard (Amazon). 
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+Our only real gripe remains the same as last year's model -- the larger air gap (space between glass and screen) than what you get with the iPad Air, Mini, and Pro. For this reason, it isn't our top choice if you're planning to make heavy use of the Pencil, though it is compatible and does work just fine.
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+### A Good Upgrade.
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+The 2019 iPad Air uses the faster A12 Bionic processor in the chassis of the 10.5-inch iPad Pro that came out in 2017. It's the same size as most every iPad you've ever held, but with slightly more screen space than the 10.2-inch default iPad above.
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+The Air still has a home button and fingerprint sensor, which we like. The display is also better for writing and drawing with the [Apple Pencil](https://apple.sjv.io/ebGaX){: rel=nofollow} (also [$99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MK0C2AM-A-Apple-Pencil/dp/B016NY7784/){: rel=nofollow}), because it's laminated more tightly (there's less distance between the glass and pixels). It's also compatible with [Apple's Smart Keyboard](https://apple.sjv.io/qB9qN){: rel=nofollow}. 
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+### The Ultimate Tablet
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+The [iPad Pro](https://www.wired.com/review/review-ipad-pro-2018/) is a cut above the rest. It ditches the home button in favor of a larger display (either 11 or 13 inches) and Face ID. The 13-inch model is about the size of a magazine and wonderful for drawing, but the 11-incher is more than enough tablet for most. 
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+If you want to draw or write, spend extra to get the new [$129 Apple Pencil](https://apple.sjv.io/XKjqb){: rel=nofollow} ([Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MU8F2AM-A-Pencil-Generation/dp/B07K1WWBJK/){: rel=nofollow}). It's the best stylus around, and it magnetically clings to the side, auto-pairing and charging. The [Smart Keyboard is a good keyboard](https://apple.sjv.io/V0WgM){: rel=nofollow} ([both](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Smart-Keyboard-11-inch-English/dp/B07JZYSTNR/){: rel=nofollow} [sizes](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Keyboard-12-9-inch-Generation-English/dp/B07JZYSWPY/){: rel=nofollow} are also at Amazon)—just know that it's still a challenge to accomplish many laptop tasks on an iPad. It's also available at [Amazon for $799 or less](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K344J3N/){: rel=nofollow}.
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+### Best 8-Inch Tablet
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+After more than three years, Apple finally took the time to update the iPad Mini 4 and, predictably, we love it ([8/10, WIRED Recommends](https://www.wired.com/review/review-ipad-mini-2019/)). It's faster than the old model and now compatible with the [Apple Pencil](https://apple.sjv.io/ebGaX){: rel=nofollow} ([Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MK0C2AM-A-Apple-Pencil/dp/B016NY7784/){: rel=nofollow}) and other Bluetooth styli. Mostly, the only good reason to buy this tablet is because you like the portability. Kids have an easier time using it, and it's fantastic for travel. You may want to invest in a [stand-up case](https://apple.sjv.io/KWmmy){: rel=nofollow} ([Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PTMPCLN/){: rel=nofollow}). You can also purchase the tablet at [Amazon for $399](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-iPad-Mini-Wi-Fi-64GB/dp/B07PRD48RS/){: rel=nofollow}.
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+### Best Tablet Under $200
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+Amazon's tablets aren't for everyone. They *really* push Amazon Prime services and apps, and they're best for more passive tasks like playing games and watching movies. But for $150, it's hard to beat the Fire HD 10, which is our [favorite Fire Tablet](https://www.wired.com/story/best-amazon-fire-tablet/). It has hands-free Alexa and a specifically designed optional [standing case](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSPQ4TL/?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow} accessory. I've used an HD 10 interchangeably with an iPad for more than a year now. It's not as speedy, but it gets the job done. Make sure to [also get a standing case](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NHH3V7H/){: rel=nofollow}.
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+### Best Tablet Under $100
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+At $80, the Fire HD 8 is our favorite value-priced tablet. It's a completely functional 8-inch device that's great for travel and reading. The only downside might be the sub-par screen, which does have visible pixels at its 1,280 x 800 resolution, though it's honestly [not that bad](https://www.wired.com/review/review-amazon-fire-hd-8-2018/), and neither is the tablet's slight sluggishness. The latest version has hands-free Alexa. You may want to pair it with a [standing case](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N44JBS4/){: rel=nofollow} or [Echo Dock](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BNXZDJ3/){: rel=nofollow}. Keep an eye out for sales on this one, we've seen it dip as low as $50 several times.
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+### Best Android Tablet
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+The Galaxy Tab S5e is Samsung's latest answer to the iPad. The battery life isn't as good, and there's no headphone jack, something you'll sorely miss unless you've gone all wireless already. Still, the S5e is about as good as an Android tablet can get right now. Imagine a Samsung phone blown up to a 10.2 screen size and you've got the idea. 
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+We think the S5e is a better buy for most people than the more expensive (albeit slightly more powerful) Galaxy Tab S6. The only exception is if you need the stylus, which the S5e does not support. Really though, if you're planning to do a lot of drawing, the iPad Air is worth the money.
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+### Also a Good Galaxy Tab
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+The Galaxy Tab S4 was Samsung's answer to the iPad Pro. It isn't as good as an iPad Pro (iPads just have better apps and last longer), but it's still powerful and useful if you want a tablet primarily for media, or browsing the web on the couch. It comes with an S Pen stylus, and Samsung sells its own keyboard as well. Like Apple's keyboard, it has its ups and downs—it adds a lot of bulk to the tablet. 
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+### Excellent Android Tablet
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+Huawei's [MediaPad M5 10.8](https://www.wired.com/review/review-huawei-mediapad-m5-tablets/) is a simple, good Android tablet. It has great fit and finish, and it's about as powerful as a smartphone from a few years ago—which is normal for a tablet. At around $300 (plus [$10 for a case](https://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Huawei-MediaPad-10-8-Case/dp/B07BBLYK43/){: rel=nofollow}), it's relatively affordable, and its wide display is better suited for movies or TV shows. The lack of a headphone jack may bug you, even though it includes a USB-C adapter in the box.
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+### Most Powerful 2-in-1
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+If the Surface Pro is half tablet and half laptop, the Surface Book 2 ([8/10 WIRED Recommends](https://www.wired.com/review/review-microsoft-surface-book-2/))is more like 90 percent laptop, 10 percent tablet. It runs Windows 10 and has a glorious keyboard with a 13-inch or 15-inch detachable tablet screen, though you probably won't detach it often. You might twist it around the keyboard 360 degrees to draw or take notes, though. Mostly, this is a powerhouse. The 15-inch version can pack a Nvidia GeForce 1060, which makes it powerful enough for gaming and even VR.