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The best tablets of 2026

Luca22 JANUARY 2026
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Looking for the best Android, Samsung, or Apple tablet? Whether you want an entry-level model to use your favourite apps or are looking for a powerful device for graphics tools: in this article you will find the best tablets of the moment. Find out which model best suits your needs and use.

What is the best tablet right now?

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When choosing a tablet, it all comes down to what you want to use it for and how you use it throughout the day – at home, on the go or at work. Have you got a tablet in mind but are still unsure? These points will help you buy the best tablet for you:

  • Performance: for reading and streaming, a light tablet is enough. If you’re going to game or work on it, you’ll need more power.
  • Operating system: this determines which apps you can use and how smoothly your tablet works with your other devices.
  • Screen: a larger, sharper screen is useful for video and design work.
  • Storage: if you work with large files or demanding apps, or often take photos with your tablet, sufficient storage is important.

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  • Battery life: especially important if you’re often on the move.
  • Connectivity: for use at home or in the office, Wi‑Fi is usually enough. If you want to stay connected on the go, a tablet with mobile internet is a smart choice.
  • Budget: by matching features and price, you can choose the best tablet for your budget.

The tablet with the best value for money

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The Apple iPad (2025) with 128 GB of storage is a strong choice if you’re looking for a versatile, yet powerful tablet for everyday use. This iPad is one of the best tablets in terms of value for money. The 11‑inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone is easy to read in bright sunlight, while True Tone also helps to minimise eye strain when, for example, you’re watching a film in a dark room. Thanks to the A16 chip, the tablet runs quickly and smoothly, even when you’re using multiple apps at the same time. With 128 GB of storage, you’ll have plenty of space for your apps, photos and videos. The battery offers up to 10 hours of use, so you can get through a full working day without needing to recharge.

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The best Android tablet

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The Lenovo Idea Tab is an Android tablet with an 11‑inch LCD screen and included accessories. Thanks to the 2.5K display with a refresh rate of 90 hertz, photos look sharp and videos play smoothly. The MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and 8 GB of RAM ensure smooth performance for everyday use and multitasking. With 128 GB of storage, you have plenty of space for your apps and files, and you can easily expand this with a microSD card. The included folio case protects the Lenovo tablet and can be used as a stand, while the stylus lets you take notes or sketch comfortably. The Idea Tab runs on Android 15, giving you access to the latest apps and features.

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The best tablet under 300 euros

Dark grey Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ shown front over back, screen glowing green and blue with bold Galaxy Tab A11+ text.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ is a budget-friendly tablet that runs smoothly and displays your content in sharp detail. The 11‑inch screen with a 90 hertz refresh rate makes videos and games look fluid and is bright enough for outdoor use. With the MT8775 octa‑core processor and 6 GB of RAM, you can switch between apps with ease, and the 128 GB of storage gives you plenty of space for all your photos, documents and downloads. This tablet runs on Android 16 with One UI 8, providing an intuitive user experience and support for software updates. It’s also handy that you can expand the storage of the Galaxy Tab A11+ with a microSD card and use USB‑C fast charging whenever you need it.

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The best Samsung tablet

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If you don’t just use your tablet at home but also take it with you on the go, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE is a great choice. The casing of this Samsung tablet is water and dust resistant, so you can take it with you on the road or when travelling without worry. The screen also remains easy to read even in bright daylight, which is handy when you’re sitting outside. Galaxy AI helps you work productively by summarising texts, organising notes, intelligently editing photos and translating conversations or content live. With the included S Pen, you can take notes, highlight text and make sketches. The tablet has 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, which you can expand with a memory card if you need more space. The large battery capacity ensures you can use the tablet for a long time without recharging: on a full charge, you can watch videos for up to 20 hours.

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The best iPad

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The Apple iPad Air (2025) is one of the latest iPad models and is a great choice if you’re looking for a powerful tablet that remains responsive, even with demanding tasks. With the M3 chip, you’ll particularly notice how smooth everything feels: apps open quickly, you can switch between screens without stuttering, and demanding apps such as 3D tools, games and design software run smoothly. Thanks to this chip, the iPad Air also supports Apple Intelligence, Apple’s built‑in AI that helps you with writing, summarising, searching online and creative tasks. The 11‑inch Liquid Retina display is sharp and comfortable to work on for longer periods, thanks to Apple’s True Tone technology. With 128 GB of storage, you have plenty of space for apps and files, and via USB‑C you can connect your Apple accessories or external storage. The operating system, iPadOS, is designed to be both versatile and user‑friendly. For example, you can easily open a document while looking something up, taking notes or working with your keyboard at the same time.

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The best tablets at MediaMarkt Belgium

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Choosing the right tablet starts with how you mainly plan to use it. The operating system determines how smoothly your tablet works together with your smartphone, computer and accessories. For example, if you already use a Mac and iPhone and find it important that your tablet and other devices interact seamlessly, then an iPad might be the right choice for you. If you primarily use your tablet for reading, browsing and occasionally streaming a video, then a model with a good-quality screen is a smart choice. If you often work in multiple apps at the same time or use demanding software, then 6 to 8 GB of RAM and a recent processor are important to keep everything running smoothly.

What is the best tablet for you?

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