Tech writer Jake Hackney has pulled together his top pick of Apple, Amazon and Samsung tablets that won’t break the bank, with deals from the likes of Sky and Mobiles.co.uk
The bank holiday weekend may be over but there’s still plenty of deals up for grabs for tech fans. Our team of shopping experts spotted an uptick in tablet sales during the latest round of online sales, as shoppers snap up discounts on these usually expensive devices.
Many tablets from the big-name brands like Apple and Samsung come with eye-watering price tags, but there are ways to keep costs down if you know where to look. With this in mind, we’ve pulled together a selection of our favourite tablet deals from Amazon, Sky Mobile and Mobiles.co.uk.
Among the top picks are an affordable Apple iPad, a budget-friendly Amazon tablet, and even a way to bag a free Samsung tablet. So, read on for our favourite tablet deals from the bank holiday sales that are still up for grabs.
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Apple iPad (2025)
Sky Mobile lets customers spread the cost of a range of tablets so they can avoid forking out hundreds in one fell swoop. The retailer stocks a selection of Apple iPads for every budget, starting at £10.50 for the latest iPad (2025).
This model is powered by Apple’s A16 chip, alongside 128GB storage and an 11” Liquid Retina display. Other options include the £17 iPad Air (2025) and £27 iPad Pro (2024), with nothing to pay upfront.
These 48-month tablet plans can be upgraded after 36-month, but there is one slight catch. The price quoted is just for the device, meaning each iPad must also be paired with a Sky data SIM ranging from £0 for 100MB to £29 for unlimited.
The iPad (2025) is also available to buy outright for £309.97 at Amazon, while Argos and Very offer it for £329.
Apple iPad (2025) – Get the deal here
Amazon Fire Max 11
Amazon has dropped the price of a range of its own-brand devices, including £65 off the Fire Max 11, down from £249.99 to £184.99. There’s also discounts on the more affordable Fire HD 8 (£69.99) and Fire HD 10 (£109.99).
But the Fire Max 11 is said to be Amazon’s ‘most powerful tablet’, boasting an 11” display packed with 2.4 million pixels, a 14-hour battery life and 64GB of storage. It’s touted as being ‘as thin as a pencil’ and crafted with strengthened glass, which Amazon says is ‘three times as durable’ as the 10th-generation iPad.
The Fire Max 11 has earned more than 1,850 five-star reviews, with one saying: “Amazing tablet. Lovely to read on, can be used in profile or landscape reading, landscape gives you two pages side by side. Also has excellent picture quality and the battery life is incredible.”
Another said: “The Amazon Fire 11 is a great budget option. Its 11” HD screen is good for streaming, reading, and browsing. It’s lightweight, sturdy and handles everyday tasks like apps and videos well. The battery lasts all day, and it works smoothly with Alexa and Amazon services.”
However, the same buyer added: “The app store is limited compared to regular Android tablets. If you use Amazon a lot, this tablet offers great value for the price.”
Amazon Fire Max 11 – Get the deal here
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
Shoppers looking to upgrade their smartphone can get their hands on a free Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ worth £259 with orders of the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra from Mobiles.co.uk. The most affordable option is iD Mobile’s £27.99 per month plan on the S25, which comes with 500GB of data and a six-month trial of Google One AI Premium.
There is a £49 upfront fee, but at a total cost of £669.76 over 24 months, it’s cheaper than buying the S25 outright from Samsung or Amazon, where it costs £799 and £699 respectively. After ordering the handset, shoppers can head to the Samsung website to claim their free tablet on purchases made by June 26.
Amazon customers have awarded the Galaxy Tab A9+ a 4.3-star rating, with one saying: “Great tablet, good size screen, I love it.”
Another said: “The tablet is excellent. Easy to set up and pair with my phone. All apps running flawlessly. For a technophobe that is brilliant.”
However, they added: “Disappointed that a charger plug does not come with the tablet. That is a little extra expense and inconvenience that is unnecessary.”
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ – Get the deal here
