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While the actual sales day might not arrive until November 29 this year, thereBlack Friday dealshave already started popping up, which makes it a great time to seek out cut-price for some of ourbest tablets.

Major US and UK retailers, from Walmart and Best Buy, to Currys and Argos, have sales underway, and some of those include deals on tablets. For example, there are a suite of deals to be had on iPad in both the US and UK.

Some of these are older models, but as we test all the tablets we recommend, you can rest assured that you’ll not be buying a dud high-tech slate. So with that in mind, keep reading for early Black Friday tablet deals and everything you need to know about the sales period.

Today’s best tablet deals in the US

Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet:was$139.99 now$74.99 at AmazonOne of my favorite pre-Black Friday deals is theAmazon Fire HD 10tablet on sale for a record-low price of $74.99. Perfect for watching content or using any number of Amazon’s own-brand applications, the Fire HD 10 features a big, bright 10-inch Full HD display, 3GB of RAM, and an octa-core processor for relatively decent performance (for the money).

iPad Pro 13-inch (2024):was $1,299 now$1,194 at AmazonIf you want the biggest and best iPad, Amazon has theiPad Pro 13-inch (2024)on sale right now. It’s a mighty tablet and one that’s all the more attractive with $105 off its price tag, though this deal only applies to the silver model right now. For deals on the black model at larger storage capacities, head toBest Buy).

iPad Pro 11-inch (2024):was $999 now$924 at WalmartBothAmazonandBest Buyhave the new iPad Pro on sale for around $949 right now, but Walmart’s $924 deal price trumps the lot. In ouriPad Pro (2024)review (albeit for the 13-inch model), we describe Apple’s latest flagship tablet as “the impossibly thin king of iPads – and maybe all tablets.” It’s worth noting, though, that we saw the 11-inch iPad Pro for as low as $899 during Amazon’s most recent Prime Day sale, so it may return to that price soon.

iPad Air 11-inch (2024):was $599 now$549 at AmazonThe new iPad Air is the closest thing you can get to an iPad Pro without having to pay upwards of $1,000, which is why we believe it’s the best iPad for students in 2024. For almost half the price of Apple’s professional-grade iPad, you’ll get a beautiful Liquid Retina display, a MacBook-level M2 chipset, a landscape-oriented front-facing camera, and landscape stereo speakers with spatial audio. For $549 for the Space Grey model is the best price you’ll find for the new iPad Air right now (if you want a different color for a similarly low price, head toWalmart).

iPad 10.9 (2022):was $349 now$298 at AmazonApple slashed the recommended starting price of the iPad 10.9 (2022) to $349 earlier this year, but Amazon has now dropped that figure even further. We said Apple’s latest base-level tablet is a big upgrade over the previous generation model in ouriPad 10.9 (2022) review, with a larger Liquid Retina display, a new A14 Bionic chip, improved cameras, USB-C support, and a sleek design.

iPad mini (2021):was $499 now$389.99 at WalmartApple’s previous-gen iPad mini is a fantastic all-rounder. The powerful A15 Bionic chip delivers all the performance most people need, while the 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display is small enough to make the device beautifully portable. This display has True Tone support, P3 wide color, and ultra-low reflectivity, so it looks great wherever you’re using it.

iPad 10.2 (2021):was $329 now$199.99 at AmazonAmazon has discounted the iPad 10.2 (2021) – also known as the iPad 9th-generation – to a record-equaling low price ahead of Black Friday. Despite its age, this iPad offers a gorgeous 10.2-inch screen with True Tone technology, decent battery life, and it’ll also continue to be supported with software updates until at least 2027. Put simply, the iPad 10.2 (2021) is thebest iPadif you’re on a budget, and we don’t expect to see Amazon’s $199.99 price bettered in the coming months.

Today’s best tablet deals in the UK

iPad 10.2 (2021):was £300 now£219 at Laptops DirectLaptops Direct has discounted the iPad 10.2 (2021) – also known as the iPad 9th-generation – to a market-leading price ahead of Black Friday. Despite its age, this iPad offers a gorgeous 10.2-inch screen with True Tone technology, decent battery life (we got around 10 hours in our testing), and it’ll also continue to be supported with software updates until at least 2027.

iPad 10.9 (2022):was £349 now£308 at AmazonApple slashed the recommended starting price of the iPad 10.9 (2022) to £349 earlier this year, but Amazon has now dropped that figure even further. We said Apple’s latest base-level tablet is a big upgrade over the previous generation model in ouriPad 10.9 (2022) review, with a larger Liquid Retina display, a new A14 Bionic chip, improved cameras, USB-C support, and a sleek design. If stock runs low,John Lewis is offering the same dealon the same colors.

iPad Air 11-inch (2024):was £599 now£559 at AmazonThe new iPad Air is the closest thing you can get to an iPad Pro without having to pay upwards of £1,000, which is why we believe it’s the best iPad for students in 2024. For almost half the price of Apple’s professional-grade iPad, you’ll get a beautiful Liquid Retina display, a MacBook-level M2 chipset, a landscape-oriented front-facing camera, and landscape stereo speakers with spatial audio.

iPad Pro 11-inch (2024):was £999 now£955.99 at EEIn ouriPad Pro (2024) review(albeit for the 13-inch model), we describe Apple’s latest flagship tablet as “the impossibly thin king of iPads – and maybe all tablets.” Naturally, that level of quality comes at a premium, but EE has seen fit to discount the 256GB, Wi-Fi-only variant of the 11-inch iPad Pro (2024) to aslightlymore digestible price ahead of Black Friday. Not even Amazon is offering this price right now.

iPad Pro 13-inch (2024):was £1,299 now£1,249 at AmazonIf you want the biggest and best iPad, both Amazon andJohn Lewishave theiPad Pro 13-inch (2024)on sale right now. It’s a mighty tablet and one that’s all the more attractive with £50 off its price tag.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9:was £169 now£129 at CurrysThe basic Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 is down to an impressively low price at Currys for Black Friday – though I have seen it £15 cheaper in the past. This basic tablet has an entry-level processor, a small 8.6-inch screen and only 64GB of storage so expect slightly slower performance and struggles with games or multitasking, but it’s still a great tablet for light mobile computing.

As TechRadar’s mobile computing staff writer, I’ve got my finger on the pulse of the phones and tablets world. I’m immersed in the latest news when it comes to smart devices and mobile software. Following my coverage of the most recent Prime Day sale, I’m here to save you money this Black Friday by bringing you all the best deals for products that are worth investing in.

Black Friday tablet deals: FAQs

When will the Black Friday tablet deals start in 2024?

To keep it simple: they have already. Although Black Friday lands on November 29 this year, retailers like Amazon and Best Buy are already building momentum with great deals on some of our favorite tablets. Amazon kicked off the unofficial ‘deals season’ with its recent Prime Day sale, which in turn inspired copycat sales from rival retailers.

Naturally, we expect to see the highest concentration of deals around Black Friday itself, but that won’t preclude retailers from offering a wide variety of tablet deals from now up until the end of November. Expect to see some great savings online and in stores long before the big day itself.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a tablet?

Typically, Black Friday is one of the best times of year to buy a tablet. Retailers tend to offer their best prices during the sales season towards the end of the year. It’s been a big year for tablet model refreshes too, and there’s sure to be a number of iPad and Android tablet models waiting in clearance.

So whether you’re eyeing up the ultra-premium iPad Pro 13-inch, the class-leading Android OnePlus Tab 2, or the astoundingly huge Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, there’s likely to be a great deal for you this Black Friday. Apple’s iPad lineup is in a strong position this year, which may mean we see moderate discounts, but this could drive harder undercuts from competitors.

What Black Friday tablet deals should I expect?

In the past, we’ve seen serious discounts across a range of tablets on Black Friday. Retailers like Amazon, Target, and Best Buy will almost certainly offer discounts on their supply of tablets, and we may see some offers from tablet makers themselves. Apple is unlikely to offer direct discounts, instead offering vouchers after the fact, while Samsung and others may just slash some cash from the price tag.

Really, though, third party vendors are your best bet. Last year’s Black Friday sales included a range-wide $100 discount on iPads at Amazon, with savings of as much as $200 on several Samsung models. At the lower end of the spectrum, this could push tablets like the base-model iPad, iPad mini, and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE towards budget prices, meaning we could see very capable tablets sold for very reasonable prices.

Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday

We’ve covered Black Friday for over decade here at TechRadar and we’ve learnt when all the best sales start and how to uncover all of the top deals. We also monitor sales throughout the year and track the lowest prices of dozens of the most popular products as so we know a bargain when we see it.

The Mobile Computing team at TechRadar is comprised of phone and tablet experts with a deep knowledge of both the internal power of smart devices and the user experience these components create. We take our time testing and reviewing products from all the leading phone and tablet makers, and keep an eye out for all the latest news and updates.

This means we can recommend products with confidence, and where a question lands beyond our expertise we work with the wider TechRadar team to make sure you get the best information and the best deals. Combined, we’ll bring you the best Black Friday deals on all the top-rated and well-reviewed products available to buy right now so you come away with some excellent tech at a great price.

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Jamie is a Mobile Computing Staff Writer for TechRadar, responsible for covering phones and tablets. He’s been tech-obsessed from a young age and has written for various news and culture publications. Jamie graduated from Goldsmiths, University of London in 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Since starting out as a music blogger in 2020, he’s worked on local news stories, finance trade magazines, and multimedia political features. He brings a love for digital journalism and consumer technology to TechRadar. Outside of the TechRadar office, Jamie can be found binge-watching tech reviews, DJing in local venues around London, or challenging friends to a game of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

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