<b>iPad with Retina<br></b><i>Starting at $499 (16GB Wi-Fi)</i>
Still the standard bearer for the world of tablets, the iPad's beautiful new Retina display and robust app library makes it hard to beat. (Apple)
<b>Nexus 10<br></b><i>Starting at $399 (16GB Wi-Fi)</i>
Google's answer to the iPad, the Samsung-manufactured Nexus 10 is a powerful standout tablet with a beautiful screen and fine lines. (Google)
<b>iPad mini</b><br><i>Starting at $329 (16GB Wi-Fi)</i>
The long awaited and constantly rumored miniature iPad is finally here, but with its price and the lack of a Retina display makes it a hard swallow compared more value-oriented competitors. If you've got money to burn and are committed to the Apple ecosystem however, it's a no-brainer.
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<b>Nexus 7</b><br><i>Starting at $199 (16GB Wi-If)</i>
Google beat Apple to the punch in the smaller tablet space with the Acer-made 7-inch Nexus and it looks to be a winner. Fast, elegant and priced to move, it's the perfect tablet for those looking for something more portable. (Google)
<b>Kindle Fire HD</b><br><i>Starting at $199 (16GB Wi-Fi)</i>
With its low price and unfussy experience, the 7-inch Kindle Fire HD is a great value for fans of Amazon's ecosystem.
<b>Nook HD</b><br><i>Starting at $199 (8GB Wi-Fi)</i>
Barnes and Noble's 7-inch tablet has the best screen in its class but you'll have to make do with half the memory (the 16GB model costs $229).
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<b>Surface RT</b><br><i>Starting at $499 (32GB Wi-Fi)</i>
Microsoft's first tablet is a gamechanger that blurs the line between tablet and PC, but it's an edgy gamble that has its share of lovers and haters. If you're looking for something a little more versatile than the iPad, the Surface RT could be your ticket. It will cost you though: the nifty Touch cover will run you another $119. (Microsoft)
<b>Galaxy Note 10.1</b><br><i>Starting at $499 (16GB Wi-Fi)</i>
Samsung's 10-inch Note is a tad expensive considering the competition, but if you're in the market for stylus support, this is the tablet for you. (Samsung)
<b>Transformer Pad Infinity</b><br><i>Starting at $499 (32GB Wi-Fi)</i>
This Asus offering everything you want in a tablet: a great screen and powerful internals. The kicker? It turns into a laptop (the keyboard dock comes standard). (Asus)