Rankings Computers

Best tablets

Shortlist and buying guide · the ranked board is on its way

Ad We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. How it works

What to look for

Storage cannot be added on most tablets; buy enough for apps, photos and offline video.

Models worth comparing

From manufacturers' specifications and published UK reviews, read on 6 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.

Budget

Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ Wi-Fi 128GB (SM-X230)

Families who want an inexpensive 11in Android tablet for streaming, browsing and homework, with room to add storage.

  • microSD slot takes cards of up to 2TB
  • Up to 15 hours claimed video playback from a 7,040mAh battery
  • Samsung lists security updates until 30 November 2032

Watch out for: Its 1920 x 1200 LCD screen is less sharp than the iPad's or Galaxy Tab S11's, and runs at 90Hz rather than 120Hz.

Screen
11in TFT LCD, 1920 x 1200, 90Hz
Storage
128GB, plus microSD up to 2TB
Weight
477g
Claimed battery
Up to 15 hours video playback
Updates
Security updates until 30 November 2032

Check price on Amazon

Sources: Samsung UK product page

Mid-range

Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) Wi-Fi 128GB

iPhone owners and families who want a dependable all-round tablet with Apple's huge app library at the lowest iPad price.

  • A16 chip runs everyday apps and games smoothly
  • Now starts with 128GB of storage
  • Works with the USB-C Apple Pencil

Watch out for: It does not support Apple Intelligence, and its USB-C port only transfers data at USB 2 speeds.

Chip
Apple A16
Screen
11in Liquid Retina, 2360 x 1640
Storage
128GB
Weight
477g
Claimed battery
Up to 10 hours web or video

Check price on Amazon

Sources: Apple UK specifications · TechRadar review

Premium

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 5G 128GB (SM-X736B)

Android users who want a premium, water-resistant tablet with a stylus in the box for notes and sketching.

  • S Pen included and IP68 water and dust resistance
  • 11in Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen at 2560 x 1600 and 120Hz
  • 12GB of memory and up to 18 hours claimed video playback

Watch out for: TechRadar found the touchscreen a little grabby and thought it pricey next to rivals.

Screen
11in Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2560 x 1600, 120Hz
Memory and storage
12GB, 128GB
Weight
471g
Claimed battery
Up to 18 hours video playback
Durability
IP68

Check price on Amazon

Sources: Samsung UK product page · TechRadar review

Pro

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi 256GB

Artists, video editors and power users who want laptop-class performance and the best screen on any tablet.

  • M5 chip with 12GB of memory
  • Tandem OLED screen with ProMotion up to 120Hz and 1,600 nits HDR peak
  • Thunderbolt / USB 4 port and Apple Pencil Pro support

Watch out for: It is expensive, and TechRadar noted the design is essentially unchanged from the previous model.

Chip
Apple M5
Screen
11in Tandem OLED, 2420 x 1668, up to 120Hz
Memory and storage
12GB, 256GB
Weight
444g
Claimed battery
Up to 10 hours web or video

Check price on Amazon

Sources: Apple UK specifications · TechRadar review

Shop tablets

We are gathering the customer ratings this board needs from UK shops. When they are in, the ranked list replaces this guide at the same address, scored the way every board is: star ratings weighed by how many people left them. How we score.

Or browse everything Amazon has:

Browse tablets on Amazon

How we score and earn