While the actual sales day might not arrive until November 29 this year, there Black Friday deals have already started popping up, which makes it a great time to seek out cut-price for some of our best 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
Today’s best tablet deals in the UK
Jamie Richards
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.
