For Android fans, this Samsung Galaxy tablet is under $150 and packs a lot of sound quality into a small device. For kids under 7, the Fire 8 comes pre-loaded with a one-year subscription to Amazon Kids+ and parental controls. It even has a two-year warranty in which Amazon will replace a broken device — which is especially ideal for younger users.

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

Ahead of Black Friday, Amazon is dropping prices on Fire tablets, offering discounts up to 50%. Shop the sale now.