With the top iPad Pro costing over £1000 at the moment, many of us would prefer to use a much cheaper Android tablet. If you've been considering a tablet purchase for a while, but you weren't sure what the cheapest and best Android tablets were, then you've come to the right place.
Tablets are a wonderfully convenient alternative to laptops for a number of everyday tasks, and there are plenty of affordable options out there as well.
Other tablet options in 2020 include the range of Amazon Fire devices, although these won't match up with many Android tablets in terms of pure performance. As a result, these will only cost around £50 - £150.
If you do opt for a cheap Android tablet, plenty of developers have created some impressive tablets, that won't cost you a fortune. We’ve lined up a great range of cheap Android tablets that should suit whatever budget you’re on.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e - £379
Although its the most expensive on this list, the Galaxy Tab S5e is one of the best Android tablets out there. Thin, fast, and powerful. If you don't mind pushing the budget out to almost £400, this tablet is the pinnacle of Android tablets.
The Galaxy Tab S5e features a polished metal design with three attractive colour choices, including Gold, Silver and Black. The tablet also sports a vivid 10.5-inch AMOLED display that delivers stunning colour reproduction and optimal screen brightness levels.
The lightweight design and maximum screen efficiency are perfect for those seeking a seamless Android experience without any of the potential bloats a laptop can carry.
The Galaxy Tab S5e features a polished metal design with three attractive colour choices, including Gold, Silver and Black. The tablet also sports a vivid 10.5-inch AMOLED display that delivers stunning colour reproduction and optimal screen brightness levels.
The lightweight design and maximum screen efficiency are perfect for those seeking a seamless Android experience without any of the potential bloats a laptop can carry.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A - £199
One of the cheapest Android tablets available, the Galaxy Tab A is Samsung's answer to pure affordability, without sacrificing too much of the overall prowess.
Despite the tablet only packing 2GB of RAM, it is still capable of performing regular tasks. There's also an excellent Samsung Kid Home mode, making the tablet even more safe and user-friendly when the little ones need entertaining.
For less than £200, you're getting an advanced Samsung tablet that oozes usability, with a sleek metal design, crisp LED display, and an impressive Dolby sound system.
The only downside you may find is that the tablet isn't compatible with any of the S Pen range, although you can invest in a Samsung keyboard if that floats your boat.
Despite the tablet only packing 2GB of RAM, it is still capable of performing regular tasks. There's also an excellent Samsung Kid Home mode, making the tablet even more safe and user-friendly when the little ones need entertaining.
For less than £200, you're getting an advanced Samsung tablet that oozes usability, with a sleek metal design, crisp LED display, and an impressive Dolby sound system.
The only downside you may find is that the tablet isn't compatible with any of the S Pen range, although you can invest in a Samsung keyboard if that floats your boat.
Lenovo YOGA Tab 3 - £159
If you enjoy using a tablet while out and about, the Lenovo YOGA Tab 3 could be your best option. Featuring a unique kickstand so you can set up your tablet absolutely anywhere with ease, the YOGA Tab 3 is one of the more unique tablets on the market.
Thanks to its 'Any Pen' tech, you don't need a specific 'Pen' to use the finer detailed aspects of the tablet, as any conductive object or finger will efficiently react with the device. It also boasts an impressive 18-hour average battery life, thanks to the 8400mAH battery.
The only downside is the speaker, camera, and kickstand combo that does create some bulk on one side of the device.
Thanks to its 'Any Pen' tech, you don't need a specific 'Pen' to use the finer detailed aspects of the tablet, as any conductive object or finger will efficiently react with the device. It also boasts an impressive 18-hour average battery life, thanks to the 8400mAH battery.
The only downside is the speaker, camera, and kickstand combo that does create some bulk on one side of the device.
Lenovo Smart Tab M10 - £150
The cheapest Android tablet on this list, Lenovo has packed plenty into this device. Similar to the YOGA Tab, the Lenovo Smart Tab M10 is built to work efficiently in the home, and on the go.
Designed to dock into a unique speaker stand, this tablet doubles as a smart home system with Alexa, and is fully compatible with other smart home systems such as Philips Hue.
If you can ignore the lack of storage capacity and the occasional hiccup that can occur from the clash in Amazon and Google technology, the Smart Tab is an impressive piece of kit.
It's still not the absolute cheapest tablet out there, but Lenovo as a brand is reliable, and you're still paying a great price for this level of tablet technology.
Designed to dock into a unique speaker stand, this tablet doubles as a smart home system with Alexa, and is fully compatible with other smart home systems such as Philips Hue.
If you can ignore the lack of storage capacity and the occasional hiccup that can occur from the clash in Amazon and Google technology, the Smart Tab is an impressive piece of kit.
It's still not the absolute cheapest tablet out there, but Lenovo as a brand is reliable, and you're still paying a great price for this level of tablet technology.
Huawei Mediapad M5 - £250
Featuring a 2K display with up to 12 hours of battery life, the Huawei Mediapad M5 is a robust tablet with plenty of power to back it up. This high-resolution Android tablet is the pinnacle of Huawei tablet tech, without costing too much.
Packing 4GB RAM, the Mediapad is built to multitask and to run apps side by side, with plenty of other apps running in the background as well.
The big 10.8-inch display can deliver impressive visuals and crisp colours, with the screen maximising what you can see.
It's designed to be held on-the-go, as the curved design of the tablet will fit into your hands comfortably, no matter where you are.
Packing 4GB RAM, the Mediapad is built to multitask and to run apps side by side, with plenty of other apps running in the background as well.
The big 10.8-inch display can deliver impressive visuals and crisp colours, with the screen maximising what you can see.
It's designed to be held on-the-go, as the curved design of the tablet will fit into your hands comfortably, no matter where you are.
ASUS ZenPad 3S - £299
An elegant, thin, and modern tablet, the ASUS ZenPad is a great option to consider. Kitted out with IMG GX6250 graphics, this tablet is perfect for those who love to experience mobile gaming efficiently and without hassle. With an average battery life of 10 hours, the ZenPad will let you game for longer, and without delay.
Although one of the more expensive inclusions in this list, the tablet can backup that price-tag with its sleek aluminium design, stunning LED display, and advanced fingerprint sensor for increased security.
Under £300 is still a great price for an advanced Android tablet, and the ASUS ZenPad 3S is well worth your consideration.
Although one of the more expensive inclusions in this list, the tablet can backup that price-tag with its sleek aluminium design, stunning LED display, and advanced fingerprint sensor for increased security.
Under £300 is still a great price for an advanced Android tablet, and the ASUS ZenPad 3S is well worth your consideration.