Find a Tablet Under $100
The best place to look depends on whether your priority is the lowest price, a tablet for a child or an inexpensive way into Apple’s ecosystem.
- Android tablets below $60 at Walmart: Browse Walmart’s tablets under $60 for compact Android models, larger 10-inch screens and kids’ tablets with protective cases. Some options begin in the $30s, making this the strongest starting point when price matters most.
- Budget and kids’ tablets at Target: Target has tablets starting around $60, including child-friendly Android and Amazon Fire models. This selection is useful when you want parental controls, a durable case or convenient store pickup.
- Older iPads for less at Woot: Check Woot’s current iPad deals for older, refurbished and open-box models that may fall near or below $100. Inventory changes frequently, but it can be a practical way to get an extra Apple screen without buying a current-generation iPad.
Match the Tablet to One Simple Job
A budget tablet works best when you know exactly what you want it to do.
- For kids and road trips: Choose a model with parental controls, a protective case and enough storage for downloaded videos and games.
- For streaming, reading and recipes: A basic Android tablet with a comfortable screen and reliable Wi-Fi may be all you need. A larger 10-inch display is usually easier to watch and read than the smallest models.
- For Apple apps and services: An older iPad may fit better if your household already uses Apple, but check the exact generation to make sure it still supports the apps you want.
If you expect demanding games, serious multitasking or years of software updates, saving longer for a newer model will probably make more sense. For light everyday use, paying for premium performance may add very little.
Check These Details Before Ordering
First, confirm whether the tablet is sold by the retailer or an outside marketplace seller and review the return policy. Then check the operating-system version, usable storage and support for your essential apps.
For a refurbished or open-box iPad, verify the model generation, listed condition and whether a charger is included. For a low-cost Android tablet, remember that advertised RAM may combine physical and virtual memory, so the largest number in the title does not always mean the fastest device.
Finally, include any case, charger or memory card you will need when comparing the total. A slightly more expensive tablet with the right accessories and easier returns can be the better purchase.
Start With the Best Match for Your Budget
Choose Walmart for the widest selection below $60, Target for a child-friendly tablet around $60-$100, or Woot when you prefer an older iPad. Prices and inventory change, so compare the available models rather than waiting for one exact tablet to return.