Best Black Friday Tablet Deals: Save on Top Models From Apple, Samsung and More 1 minute ago

Black Friday is the best time of the year to do your shopping — especially if you’re in the market for some new electronics. And while the official date (Nov. 29) is still a few weeks away, the deals are already in full swing. Major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy are already offering hundreds of the year’s best bargains on all kinds of tech and gadgets, including tablets.

There are a number of our favorite models from Apple, Samsung, Amazon and other major brands that you can pick up on sale right now, with some discounted by more than $300. To help you take full advantage of these early Black Friday tablet bargains, we’ve rounded up some of the absolute best offers available below. We’ll continue to update this list throughout the holiday shopping season, so be sure to check back often for the lowest tablet prices out there.

You can also check out our roundup of the best early Black Friday laptop deals if you’re in the market for something with a little more power and versatility.

Best Black Friday tablet deals

Apple iPad (10th gen): $299

Save $50

The 10th-gen iPad is the latest model in Apple’s flagship lineup, and it’s our overall favorite tablet of 2024. It boasts a 10.9-inch display, USB-C charging and an A14 Bionic chip, as well as 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage for the basic configuration. Other helpful features include Wi-Fi 6 support, a Touch ID sensor and a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera that automatically centers you on video calls.

$299 at Best Buy

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus: $60

Save $60

We named Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Plus the best tablet value of 2024, and it’s even better when you can pick it up on sale. This 2022 model features an 8-inch touchscreen, 3GB of RAM and an impressive 13-hour battery life. It also has a built-in 2MP camera for video calls and supports wireless charging. If you only need a tablet for the basics like scrolling social media, streaming shows and browsing the web, this is one of the best and most affordable options out there.

$60 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus: $800

Save $200

It may be a bit pricey — even when it’s on sale — but the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus is the best premium Android tablet of 2024. It features a 12.4-inch QHD display, and is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and an impressive 12GB of RAM for fast and smooth performance. It also supports tons of helpful AI-assisted tools to help with taking notes, editing photos and much more. And it comes with Samsung’s convenient S-Pen stylus, which is a $60 value on its own.

$800 at Best Buy

• Apple iPad Pro M4 (11-inch): $949 (save $50). A rare chance to score slight savings on the most advanced iPad ever.
• Apple iPad Mini (6th gen): $350 (save $149). This previous-gen compact Apple tablet is still a great value when you can find it on sale.
• Apple iPad (9th gen): $200 (save $129). The most affordable Apple tablet on the market right now.
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE: $307 (save $143). The latest model in Samsung’s affordable FE lineup.
• Amazon Fire HD 10: $75 (save $65). A 2023 model and one of our favorite low-cost tablets on the market right now.
• Amazon Fire 7 Kids: $55 (save $55). One of our top picks for the best kids’ tablet of 2024.
• Microsoft Surface Pro: $1,000 (save $350). This advanced Microsoft two-in-one is our favorite Windows tablet of 2024.
• Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3: $270 (save $160). Get the best of both worlds with this top-rated affordable and portable touchscreen Chromebook.
• Lenovo Tab M9: $100 (save $40). One of the most affordable tablets out there from a trusted brand.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a tablet?

While tablets go on sale regularly throughout the year, Black Friday is definitely the best time to snag one at a discount. The holiday shopping season brings some of the absolute lowest prices we see all year, and there are even bargains on some of the latest models from popular brands like Apple, which can be a pretty rare occurrence outside of major shopping events.

Where will I find the best Black Friday tablet deals?

You’ll find tons of excellent tablet bargains at most major retailers right now — particularly more tech-oriented ones like Best Buy. You can also find some excellent deals at smaller online retailers like B&H Photo and Adorama, which may be offering some under-the-radar discounts that haven’t been matched by larger competitors. And you should check for any direct discounts from manufacturers like Samsung and Lenovo, as many brands offer their own deals during the Black Friday shopping season.