Tablets UK 2026 — Category Guide (Top 5 Options)

“It’s hugely over-powered for content consumption, but there’s simply no better way to watch movies on the move”

“The iPad Pro has raised the bar once again, with blistering performance from the M4 chip and a simply gorgeous OLED display. Plus, it’s even thinner and lighter than before, making it super portable and easy to hold. This is the king of tablets and a potential laptop replacement.”

“The new iPad Pro is a technical marvel, with one of the best screens I’ve ever seen, performance that few other machines can touch, and a new, thinner design that no one expected.”

“The iPad Pro 13-inch (2024) is clearly a product made by a market leader at the top of its game – it’s a stunning bit of kit that’s packed with cutting-edge tech, and is a shoo-in for the best tablet you can buy in 2024 for its specs alone; but this also means, somewhat...”

“The iPad Pro 2024 has it all: a fantastic OLED display, powerful M4 performance, a thin yet solid design and unbelievably long battery life. Though some of its peripherals and upgrades are pricey, Apple has delivered its best premium tablet in years.”

“Is the iPad Pro M4 2024 the best tablet I have ever reviewed? Yes, there’s no question about it. Is it the one I would tell everyone to buy? Probably not. If you do make the purchase though, you won’t be disappointed. This is Apple’s hardware at its very best.”

“The overall aesthetic itself is unchanged from previous years; the dull grey design language doesn't stand out too much, and you get antennae lines at the top and bottom. The USB-C port is located at the bottom, and you get four speakers that get loud.”

“it’s no secret that Apple has mastered the art of smoke and mirrors. When the company debuted the new iPad Pro, the flashy livestreamed keynote—and the hands-on event for media afterward—made it seem as if the company had finally given its high-end tablet the biggest refresh...”

“The iPad Pro sports an aluminum chassis that forms the flat rear panel and side edges, while an all-glass front nestles into the frame. Apple doesn't specify what type of glass it uses. It's an elegant design and manufactured with the highest degree of precision.”

“Does the iPad Pro overheat? No, not in my experience. What about thermal throttling? Yes, of course it does. That’s the tradeoff with putting powerful chips in thin devices—whether it’s a phone, tablet, or laptop. The real question is whether that throttling affects your work.”

“If display quality is a top priority for your needs, the M4 iPad Pro’s OLED screen is a compelling reason to consider upgrading, even from a recent M-series model. The improved visuals can make a tangible difference in both professional workflows and everyday media consumption.”

“The display also keeps the brilliant ProMotion technology, which allows the refresh rate to automatically adjust from as low as 10Hz to a super-smooth 120Hz. This means scrolling through websites or sketching with the Apple Pencil feels incredibly fluid and responsive.”

“It is nothing special. Although unboxing Apple products is always associated with a certain hype (and yes, I feel this excitement, too), honestly, it was nothing too special.”

“For most people, this method will be ideal for basic unlocking, authorizing purchases with Apple Pay, and accessing locked or hidden apps. Unfortunately, the horizontally-positioned cameras and sensors pose a compatibility issue for Apple Pencil, which we’ll get to later.”

“Beyond the svelte appearance, the M4 iPad Pro is an iPad and, therefore, incredibly well put together. It looks and feels as premium as it always has, and if you don’t mind the dour ‘professional’ colour choices we’re stuck with at the top of the iPad tree, you’re going to...”

“Despite iPadOS still remaining mostly unchanged over the past few years, something about the display makes the iPad far more fun to actually use day to day. The fact that it’s thinner and lighter also makes the M4 iPad Pro a lot easier to just pick up and use.”

“Colours presented on the display – whether standard or nano-texture – are exceptionally vibrant with plenty of punch, while contrast is superb with brilliantly bright whites and a deep, inky black. Viewing angles are great, too, and the detail is crisp and sharp.”