If you’re starting university or college this year, there are a few top tech purchases that you’ll want to make.
A mobile phone and laptop that you can rely on should be the top priority, but after those are sorted, what about a tablet?
Whether you’re looking for an iPad or Android device, there are plenty of reasons why you might want to take one with you. A tablet is typically great for watching videos and browsing the web, but also video calls and gaming. In a work context, it might be a more portable option for note-taking or recording lectures.
But as you’re probably aware, tablets can be expensive. Getting a budget tablet is a good start, but there are also some great deals to be found. Here are the best Back to School offers in the UK and US at the time of writing.
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Best Back to School tablet deals in the UK
Get £50 off the new OnePlus Pad 2 and free gifts
OnePlus only launched its new tablet in July, but you can already get £50 off the asking price. What’s more, the company is throwing in its Buds Pro 3 earbuds (usually £99) and a choice between the Stylo 2 digital pen (usually £99) or Qwerty Smart Keyboard (usually £149) for free.
Get nearly £100 off new Galaxy Tab S10+ and free keyboard cover
Currys is offering a bundle combining the 256GB model of the Tab S10+ with its dedicated keyboard cover case. What’s more, you can save 10% on the total cost by entering the code ‘SAMSUNG10’ at checkout.
Get 32% off the impressive Honor Pad 9
The Honor Pad 9 only launched in February, and was a solid all-round slate for its £300 price tag. But with this discount, it’s even easier to recommend.
If you’d prefer, there’s also 32% off a bundle with the keyboard cover.
Get 20% off the best budget tablet around
This useful discount makes the 128GB model of the Galaxy Tab A9 even more affordable. If you’d prefer, there’s also 18% off the 64GB version.
Xiaomi Pad 6 down to its lowest ever price
The Xiaomi Pad 6 was already the mid-range Android tablet to beat at its £369 starting price, but this 35% discount makes it much more appealing.
The 2024 iPad Air gets its first significant discount
The latest iPad Air is an excellent tablet that justifies its usual asking price, but why not make it even cheaper? The 128GB model is available with a saving of £39 at Amazon.
Best Back to School tablet deals in the US
Get the 2021 iPad mini at a bargain price
There’s a new iPad mini out, but its predecessor from 2021 remains a great option. If you select the on-site coupon, the 64GB model is available for just $309.99 – a 37% saving.
Get a massive $300 off Samsung's latest Tab S9+
The Tab S9+ is the best all-round Android tablet for most people, and this big discount at Amazon makes it very good value for money.
Save 27% on the impressive Galaxy Tab S9 FE
2023’s Tab S9 FE is a fine choice even at its $449.99 original price, but this useful 27% discount makes it even more affordable.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Mobile Editor, Tech Advisor
Anyron is Mobile Editor at Tech Advisor, where he’s been a mainstay of the editorial team since 2019. In his current role, Anyron is responsible for all smartphone, tablet and mobile network coverage on the site. A BA Journalism graduate, he has experience with a wide range of consumer tech products and services, including smartphones, tablets, foldables, wearables and more.