Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) / Amazon Fire HD 10 (11th Generation)

Strong, punchy picture ; Very able for audio ; Terrific value

Designed to sell subscriptions

It's not a big update on its predecessor, but the latest (2021) version of the Fire HD 10 is still a lot of surprisingly good tablet for not much money

Affordably priced Consistently long battery life Echo Show substitute

Limited software and apps Unimpressive audio and cameras Occasionally slow loading times

The Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) has more memory than the 2019 Fire tablet but otherwise matches it for battery life, display, apps and price, making it more update than upgrade. It's more suited for casual media consumption than hardcore productivity, and...

Stylish & lightweight ; Good performance ; Nice screen

Limited apps ; Slow charging ; Basic cameras

If you're looking for a budget 10in tablet for a range of tasks then the Fire HD 10 is easily one of the best. Just check it has all the apps you need first.

Colour accurate screen ; Performance uplift ; You really can’t do much better for the price

Poor-quality cameras ; Fire OS is still restrictive

In truth, the Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) isn’t a huge upgrade. But then, in the absence of much serious competition, it doesn’t really need to be.

Fast processor for the price ; Plenty of RAM ; Acts as an Alexa smart display

Poor app selection ; Very Amazon-centric interface

Amazon updates the Fire HD 10 to deliver a very good tablet for $150, as long as what you want to do is control Alexa and consume Amazon books and media. Even without the Google Play store, it's the best tablet you can get for less than $200.

Split-screen functionality ; Includes a decent keyboard

Lacks many important productivity apps ; No trackpad

A bundle of Amazon's newly upgraded Fire HD 10 tablet, a keyboard case, and Microsoft 365 Personal makes for an interesting attempt at a productivity tablet, but Amazon's Appstore lacks too many of the apps you need.

It’s inexpensive ; Screen is sharp and colorful ; Performance improved over last model ; Good battery life

Software feels dated and spammy ; The Amazon Appstore stinks ; Mediocre speakers

Amazon’s refreshed Fire HD 10 lineup now contains four different options, including two kids models. But despite the update and breadth of options, the Fire HD 10 remains a good, cheap tablet for consuming content and not much more.

Durable build ; Great parental controls ; Bright and sharp display

Lack of Google Play Store apps ; Poor sound quality ; Underwhelming performance

But if you just want a durable, long-lasting tablet tailored to young children, the Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids is a great choice.

Stellar battery life ; Sharp and bright screen ; USB-C charging

Speakers aren't that strong ; Still lacks Google apps

The better call, if you think you'll be irritated by slight lags in performance, is to spend an extra $30 to get the $179 Amazon Fire HD 10 Plus, arguably the best Amazon tablet ever. That said, the Fire HD 10 (2021) is still going to be great for the...