#10:HP Slate 2
Pros
This tablet features a front VGA camera and rear 3MP camera.
This tablet features a front VGA camera and rear 3MP camera.
Cons
No entertainment features are available on this device.
No entertainment features are available on this device.
The Verdict: 7.9/10
This tablet is geared toward business oriented tasks
#9:BlackBerry Playbook
Pros
The BlackBerry Playbook offers 16, 32 or 64GB of memory and a powerful 1GHz dual core processor.
The BlackBerry Playbook offers 16, 32 or 64GB of memory and a powerful 1GHz dual core processor.
Cons
Connection to mobile broadband requires tethering with a cell phone.
Connection to mobile broadband requires tethering with a cell phone.
The Verdict: 7.9/10
The BlackBerry Playbook is a serious business tool and is ideal for the mobile professional.
#8:Motorola Xoom
Pros
There is a 2MP and a 5MP camera available on this tablet.
There is a 2MP and a 5MP camera available on this tablet.
Cons
The Motorola Xoom is thick and weighs 1.6 pounds.
The Motorola Xoom is thick and weighs 1.6 pounds.
The Verdict: 8.68/10
If you prefer the Android operating system, the Motorola Xoom is your ideal tablet.
#7:Kindle Fire HD 7"
Pros
The Kindle Fire HD comes with a 1.2GHz dual core processor, a 1280 x 800 high-definition display and virtual surround sound.
The Kindle Fire HD comes with a 1.2GHz dual core processor, a 1280 x 800 high-definition display and virtual surround sound.
Cons
It does not come with GPS or video recording capabilities.
It does not come with GPS or video recording capabilities.
The Verdict: 9.2/10
This tablet is best for someone who is looking for something a bit smaller and more portable than other tablets but more powerful than a typical eReader.
#6:Asus Transformer Pad Infinity
Pros
This is an affordable Android tablet that is relatively fast and offers an optional keyboard dock.
This is an affordable Android tablet that is relatively fast and offers an optional keyboard dock.
Cons
There's no support for mobile broadband, so Wi-Fi is essential for internet access.
There's no support for mobile broadband, so Wi-Fi is essential for internet access.
The Verdict: 9.2/10
The ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity is a fast and large Android tablet with a nice LED screen.
#5:Sony Xperia Tablet S SGPT122US/S
Pros
This is an exceptionally well-built Android tablet with all the expected practical features plus Sony PlayStation certification.
This is an exceptionally well-built Android tablet with all the expected practical features plus Sony PlayStation certification.
Cons
The internet is available via Wi-Fi but not mobile broadband.
The internet is available via Wi-Fi but not mobile broadband.
The Verdict: 9.5/10
Despite a lack of mobile broadband access, this is a great tablet for productivity, communication and gaming.
#4:Nexus 7
Pros
The Nexus 7 offers the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system and 1.3 GHz processor with four cores, making everything run quickly.
The Nexus 7 offers the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system and 1.3 GHz processor with four cores, making everything run quickly.
Cons
This device does not offer a rear camera.
This device does not offer a rear camera.
The Verdict: 9.65/10
This tablet computer is a great choice for those who use Google's applications and are searching for a smaller device than the average tablet.
#3:Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
Pros
This tablet features the Android 3.1 Honeycomb OS and is thin and light.
This tablet features the Android 3.1 Honeycomb OS and is thin and light.
Cons
Though the device offers Adobe Flash, the response can be rather unimpressive with demanding content.
Though the device offers Adobe Flash, the response can be rather unimpressive with demanding content.
The Verdict: 9.68/10
This is the best Android tablet yet and is a serious challenger for the number one ranking.
#2:Microsoft Surface Windows RT
Pros
The Microsoft Surface comes with a built-in kickstand and allows you to use multiple applications at the same time.
The Microsoft Surface comes with a built-in kickstand and allows you to use multiple applications at the same time.
Cons
You cannot download third party apps using Windows RT.
You cannot download third party apps using Windows RT.
The Verdict: 9.93/10
This innovative tablet lets you multitask, and the available keyboard covers make it easy to use the Surface for more than games and videos.
#1:The new iPad
Pros
The new iPad features the iOS 5 operating system and the dual-core A5X chip.
The new iPad features the iOS 5 operating system and the dual-core A5X chip.
Cons
There is no USB 2.0 port on this tablet.
There is no USB 2.0 port on this tablet.
The Verdict: 10/10
The thin design, fast processor and long battery life are a few reasons why this tablet is the best on the market.
