The Prime Day madness may be behind us, but the tablet deals have not packed up yet and several of the best discounts across Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, Google and Amazon’s Fire lineup are still going strong with cuts as high as 50% off. Retailers typically maintain the “event pricing” as long as supplies last, and more price matching techniques inflate that window well beyond the main sale.
If you’ve been in the market to upgrade for streaming, note-taking or travel, this is a rare after-party in which the music doesn’t stop. Industry trackers have long observed a “deal tail” after major retail events like this, and Adobe Digital Insights has chronicled that close-to-peak electronics discounts often linger for days as sellers empty carts and cancellations surge.
Apple iPad Deals That Are Worth It Right Now
Apple doesn’t do year-round doorbusters, so the post-Prime markdowns are notable—especially on the entry model iPad and on the iPad Air with Apple’s M‑series chips. Ordinary sale patterns clock in at the 15%–25% mark on current models, with deeper cuts elsewhere on previous generations and bundles that sneak in Apple Pencil or keyboard folios.
What to prioritize: No less than 128GB of storage if you regularly juggle big apps or offline video, and an M‑class iPad Air if you edit photos, record podcasts or engage in advanced multitasking. iPadOS also provides long support windows: Analysts and teardown shops consistently see five-plus years of major upgrades from Apple tablets, helping to make your dollars last.
Quick tip: be sure to check compatibility with Apple Pencil before you buy. The newest Apple Pencil models don’t work with every iPad, so mixing up generations can wipe out the value of a decent discount.
Samsung and Other Android Flagships to Consider
Samsung’s Tab S line is the multitasker’s choice, and you can typically find discounts of 15% to 30% on it during and after big sales, with Fan Edition models + previous-gen Pro versions often dropping even lower. If you sketch or game, look out for AMOLED displays with 120Hz refreshes on the new tablets and DeX support when docked to a monitor, as well as S Pen in-box (locking in stylus value without an extra spend).
The midrange Tab A9+ is the crowd-pleaser for casual streaming and schoolwork, and it’s been well under list price. Its hidden win is the microSD expansion for doubling your storage on the cheap. Samsung’s software policy has improved over the last few years given that it reduces your cost of ownership when not only do you get an extended upgrade cycle through Android versions, but also security updates on premium lines.
Value Leaders: Lenovo, Google, and Amazon Tablets
Lenovo’s Tab M and P‑series models consistently undercut bigger brands while overperforming in at least the display and speaker departments. Deals can most often be had at 20% or 30% less than list, and models like the Tab Plus deliver surprisingly robust sound for dorm rooms and small apartments. If you take notes, consider 6GB–8GB of RAM and a 2K‑class panel; budget slates with 3GB–4GB can feel skimpy soon.
The Google Pixel Tablet is still a clever two‑in‑one: an 11‑inch slate that doubles as a smart display when it’s on the speaker dock. Even at a discount, it is a good household shared device for committed Google Home/Cast participants. Look for configurations that include the dock — that’s where the sweet value lives.
The headline-makers for “up to 50% off” are Amazon’s Fire HD 10 and Fire 7 Kids. Fire tablets aren’t exactly productivity powerhouses, but for watching videos, reading e‑books, enjoying light games and viewing kid‑safe content with strong parental controls — at half price, no less — they’re hard to beat. If you sideload apps or otherwise lean on the Google Play Store, factor in the added setup or go with an Android model instead.
Don’t Overpay: Check Specs and Price History
A good post-Prime deal is about more than a big red percent sign. Use price-tracking tools like Keepa or Camelcamelcamel to check historical lows and ensure “sale” isn’t simply regular list pricing. Compare bundle values, as well — an iPad with a keyboard addition or a Samsung tablet with an S Pen can eclipse a lower bare-bones price elsewhere.
Match specs to use case: students should aim for 6GB–8GB RAM and 128GB storage to avoid day-two regrets, creators should chase high-refresh displays and fast chipsets, and travelers should look at Wi‑Fi 6/6E and at least 10 hours of real-world battery.
If you’re willing to cede refurbished territory, Apple (Apple Certified Refurbished) and Samsung (the certified programs) offer warranties a lot of third-party refurbishers skip.
Why These Deals Stick Around, and When They End
And remember: Retailers are offering discounts to ride momentum, clear canceled carts and match competitor prices. Apple and Samsung combined represent over half of worldwide tablet shipments, according to market watchers like IDC and Canalys, which means that there’s outsized attention—and inventory—around these brands during big promos that can keep prices repressed for a short window after.
You can expect the best post-event pricing to stick around for 24–72 hours, with a few counter-campaigns continuing throughout the weekend or as long as stock holds. If a discount is a few dollars above, within or below an all-time low you know about, it’s usually not worth holding out for small dips that may not return until Black Friday.
Bottom Line: The Best Buys to Focus On Now
Snag Apple’s entry iPad or iPad Air at 15%–25% off, grab Samsung’s Tab S or A9+ on sale for 20% to 30% below list (with S Pen if you can), and don’t sleep on Lenovo’s Tab Plus or P‑series when they creep down into the midrange sweet spot. For sheer value, half price on a Fire HD 10 is the no-brainer.
Deals come and go as stock gets tight, so verify the specs you need, check the price history, and pounce — this substantial markdown is one of the few off-holiday-season windows for grabbing high-quality tablets at genuinely below-peak prices.
