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

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 spotted all the best early Black Friday Amazon Fire tablet deals so you can save big ahead of the holidays.

The best iPad deal right now is 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.

Amazon's Black Friday sales are live now! Get a head start on your holiday shopping and pick up a little something for yourself, too.

SAVE UP TO 50% OFF: Ahead of Black Friday, shop early deals on Amazon Fire tablets. Find the Amazon Fire HD 10 for $74.99 and 46% off. Or check out the Fire 7 Kids Tablet for just $49.99 and 50% savings.

Right now, you can get the 128 GB Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet for $160, a 43% discount and a savings of $120.

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.

If you’ve waited all year to splurge on an Apple device, Black Friday is a good time to buy that Apple Watch or iPad at a discount.