For Black Friday, however, Amazon has discounted the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus to $199, which saves you 26% off this device. The 11" screen is great for all ages, and it's an excellent choice for a gift this holiday season.

The best iPad deal right now remains the iPad 10th gen for $259, which is 26% off. Note that this is in the blue color. You can also get the Amazon Fire Max 11 for just $139, which is $90 off. Seeing early savings on Apple’s newest release is a rare treat, making it a must-see deal for iPad fans.

Tablets simplify your tech while traveling since they can double as a laptop, e-reader, and gaming device. Luckily, with Black Friday officially underway, the deals are already here. Plus, more than just iPads are up for grabs: Amazon Fire and Samsung Galaxy tablets are on sale too.

We've found some surprising discounts on some of the best tablets around, from high-end productivity models to no-frills kid-friendly slates.