Prime Day Savings You Can’t Miss: Fire Tablets for the Whole Family Start at $55

If your tablet is starting to show its age and needs an upgrade, the first brands that probably come to mind are Apple or Samsung. They can get pricey fast, but there are plenty of budget-friendly alternatives that don’t skimp on performance, including Amazon’s Fire tablets.

These tablets come with top speeds, reliable performance and beautiful displays. The best part? The Amazon Fire tablets are discounted as low as $55 right now for October Prime Day. Plus, Amazon’s trade-in program offers an extra 20% savings to keep even more cash in your account if you don’t mind parting with your old device.

Amazon Fire tablets are affordable iPad alternatives that provide excellent performance at a much lower price. Right now, you can find deals on tablets for children, such as the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet, discounted to just $65. It’s built for children ages 3 to 7 years old and includes a strong case to withstand dings, drops and scuffs. This purchase also includes up to one year of Amazon Kids Plus content. Former CNET editor Dan Ackerman said in his review, «Nothing about the actual hardware of the Fire HD 8 will wow you, but for the price, it feels like you’re getting more than your money’s worth with either the standard or kid-friendly versions.»

If you want a more upgraded feel, opt for the Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids tab. It has a larger display and it includes a 32GB solid-state drive and a 13-hour battery span. It’s also on sale for only $105, reduced from its regular price of $190. And if budget is your priority, perhaps the best deal of all would be on the Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet, which is now 50% off, reducing the price to just $55.

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Grown-ups aren’t left out of these deals, either. The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (32GB) tablet and charging dock bundle is just $75, which is $95 off its usual price. CNET’s David Carnoy noted in his review, «I like being able to wirelessly charge the Fire HD 8 Plus and the dock is nicely designed. I think you’ll end up using the tablet more because it does double duty as an Echo Show; it’s basically always charged and ready to go when you want to use it outside the dock. So for me the HD 8 Plus with the dock bundle is the way to go.» If you just want the tablet, the Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet is discounted to $55, a savings of 45%.

Looking for a more premium design? The Amazon Fire Max 11 (64GB) is also on sale for 39% off, discounting it to $140. Carnoy said of this model, «Like other Fire tablets, the Max 11 is a good value at its list price — and a very good budget tablet that looks and feels more expensive than it costs.» If you want to save even more, you can trade in an eligible device and get up to an extra 20% off on your purchase. We suggest perusing Amazon’s entire Fire tablet offers for full details.

Why this deal matters

These Amazon Fire tablet deals include charging dock bundles and an array of kids’ tablets that haven’t seen significant savings since the holiday season. They’re a great alternative to higher-end tablet options, and if purchased for children, the tablets include parental controls so that children can watch age-appropriate content.

The Amazon Fire 7 is a particularly good deal. It is currently at $55. These deals also include savings on latest-edition tablets. Those with an eligible device to trade can also score up to 20% off, which could result in even more savings.