The best tablets to buy in 2025: the best tested models from Apple, Samsung and Lenovo

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The best tablets to buy in 2025: the best tested models from Apple, Samsung and Lenovo

Whether you're looking for a tablet for work or the best mid-range option, you'll find the one for you in our detailed buyer's guide.
There are plenty of options when it comes to buying the best tablet in 2025 – from top brands including Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, Amazon, and more.

Whether you need a large photo editing menu, a portable power unit that can be used to watch video content on the go or a durable device that can keep your kids busy, there will be a model for you. But how to choose?

We're here to help. Our experts have tested a variety of tablets in recent months, and this practical knowledge has allowed us to be well equipped not only to give some great buying tips, but also to recommend the best tablets of the year.

Many tablets overlap in price and specifications. Many share the same specifications – or very similar – and the vast majority will have multiple uses – from streaming to gaming to remote work, usually with an external keyboard accessory. That can make it very difficult to figure out the best tablet to buy – and how much.

So we have carefully selected a selection of the best tablets to suit all tastes, budgets and needs. This list is separate from our guide to the best budget tablets for 2025 so far, but there may be some overlap because affordable prices are a plus in themselves.

The best tablets at a glance

All prices were correct at the time of writing, and were usually based on RRP.


How to choose the best tablet

Choosing the best tablet will ultimately decide what you want to do, but there are a few points to keep in mind. We've explained these below:


Software: The first decision you will probably make is between Android and iOS, usually guided by the software on the phone you are already using. You don't have to stick to one or the other, and both operating systems now make it easier than ever to switch between them. However, for ease of use and to make sure you have all the files, settings, apps, etc., being on the same account can be a good place to start. All the models in our list of the best tablets run Android or iOS, with the exception of Huawei MatePad Pro, which has a detailed operating system and does not have access to the Play Store.

Battery: The battery life promised by manufacturers depends on tests in laboratory conditions. This should be used as a guide but it is not static and can vary based on your personal use. This means that while important, it should not always be the main factor influencing your decision.

Design: If you plan to use your tablet to work remotely, or share the tablet with other people in your family, especially children, consider a device that is powerful and can handle falls or hits. It is also worth considering how pregnant she will be if you need to take her out of the house.

Accessories: Keyboards and stylus are great additions, but if you don't plan to use the tablet at work, they may not be very useful.

Connectivity: Many tablets in our range offer only Wi-Fi models, or you can upgrade to models that have Wi-Fi as well as 4G or 5G. If you choose the latter option, you will pay extra for the tablet - the technology to power mobile connections is not cheap - and you will need to purchase a separate data plan. This should be taken into account in your total budget.

Storage: All the best tablets we have presented in this buying guide offer built-in storage, and the majority give the option to expand these storage via microSD. If you want to save money, choose a tablet with low memory and assemble it using cloud storage. This is usually (though not always) more affordable.

What size tablet should I buy?

Ultimately, it depends on what you buy a tablet for. Live streaming or playing on the go will fit better with a smaller tablet – between 8 and 10 inches. If you want a viable alternative to the laptop, you'll find a screen that extends up towards the 13-inch mark that will give you more space to work with. In general, smaller tablets are cheaper and less powerful, and larger tablets cost more because you get more.


The majority of tablets we've reviewed and listed on our list of our best tablets measure the 10-inch mark, which is a nice middle ground.


There are some exceptions, but it seems that between 10 and 11 inches is standard, and tablets of this size have reached a great place for usability and portability.


It is then a case to select the best 10-inch tablet from this choice if you want a device for entertainment, work, and everything in between.


How much should I spend on a tablet?

When it comes to buying the best tablet, how much you should spend really depends on how much you can afford. You don't always need to spend a fortune to get a decent specification, but, as a rule, the higher the price of a tablet, the more it offers in terms of features, design, battery life, storage, etc.


To give you scope to work with, the most expensive model on our list below costs £799, but some may cost upwards of £2,000 – the price of a decent laptop – if you choose all the bells and whistles. The cheapest comes at just £109.99.


The rest of the models are located at different points in between, and there is an impressive selection of the best tablets on the mid-range market.


We recommend that you decide why you want to use the tablet in the first place. Is it a family device? Will you use it more for streaming or work? How important is having built-in storage versus storing files in the cloud?


If you're looking for the best gaming tablet, for example, having a device with a great display and refresh rate will be a priority. If it is to be used for remote work, it may be crucial to have a screen with lower quality but better battery life.

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