Tablet computers are among the bestsellers in tech stores worldwide. The most known models of these devices come from Apple, Samsung, Motorola, Asus, and LG. However, all are expensive, with prices ranging from $300 - $600 depending on their size and technical features.

Thankfully, for those with tighter budgets, there are some tablet computers in stores that are cheaper, yet have good features suitable to their selling price. The features of the top three in the cheapest Android Tablet ranking are discussed below.

Kyros Internet 7-inch Touchscreen Tablet - Coby Android Tablet

This device connects to the world with the touch of a finger. It features powerful and flexible Internet/entertainment solutions with its 7-inch touchscreen and intuitive controls powered by the Android 2.2 (Froyo) platform.

This Coby Tablet Model allows Web browsing, access to social sites, weather reports, file sharing and emailing via Wi-Fi connection. It has multimedia support for entertainment with built-in music application which allows swiping between tracks and HD movies experience with 1080p hi-def, partnered with its advanced media processors. HD movies can simply be connected to the HD via HDMI cable.

For techies who leave to read, they can access countless volumes of books from various categories with the built-in eBook. Game lovers could access the Android Market to browse and download thousands of the most popular games in different categories. For productivity, simply access the Android Market for great applications which the owner needs to make the Coby Tablet even more efficient.

The device is not limited to its own memory. The owner can add a microSD/microSDHC card of up to 32GB to store more games, music, videos or apps desired. And for firmer control, the owner can use the stylus included in the purchase for document viewing or presentations.

Notable Specifications:

Cortex A8 1GHz processor, 512 RAM, 4GB internal memory and card slot up to 32GB, music and video support, built-in microphone, speaker, and Web camera.

Downside:

It is just a tablet. No mobile network for SMS or MMS support and can only play media files with popular formats. Other formats may require new applications or may not even be played at all.

Price: $147.95 - $166.47

SuperPad 10.2 Tablet PC

This is another cheap tablet available out the market. Powered by the Android 2.1 (Eclair) platform, this 10.2-inch, 720g tablet is capable of engaging Internet connection and browsing via Wi-Fi, playback of popular video and music formats and TV outlet for better viewing.

The device has FlyTouch ARM11 1GHz processor, 512 RAM, 4GB onboard memory and 1.3MP camera. The device boasts of 2 microSD slots which mean more storage for files and multiple ports for 2 USB outlets, mini HDMI port, and headphone. On the downside, the OS itself is very low compared to standard tablets available now, 2.1 is not designed for such device. Another downside is the lack of multi-touch support of its screen, wireless bugs with the connection, and very, very short battery life for a tablet computer.

Price: $169.99 - It is not so justified because of the mobility/portability limitation, low battery life and bugs with its Wi-Fi. However, for techies looking for a cheap one, they may consider this tablet.

LePan TC 970

This cheap Android tablet has so far received more positive reviews than the other way around. Naturally intuitive, simple tap, swipe, pinch, and flick allow full navigation around its 9.7 inch multi-touch enabled screen.

Internet browsing can be experienced to the fullest with its 1GHz process and Adobe Flash support, plus NetFix for streaming movies. The screen is crisp and good with its 1024x768 hi-resolution display, great video calling due to its 2MP front-facing camera and several wireless supports by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS system.

Le Pan is powered by Android 2.2 (Froyo) platform, supported by 1GHz processor, 512 RAM, 2GB internal memory, and expansion slot for up to 32GB SD card. The tablet has several sensors as well including 3D G-sensor, Ambient Light and Compass.

Its multimedia playback system supports MPEG-4, 3GPP, H.263 and H.264 for video and AMR/AAC/AAC+/MP3/MIDI/WAV/PCM for audio. The Android Market is also accessible with a lot of applications and games for download.

Good Things: Great video playback, huge screen with fine display, supports popular formats without problem, multi-touch capable, built-in sensors, GPS capable and up to 7 hours of movie watching.

Bad Things: Doe not offer much other than the basics between laptop and PC usage. However, it is certainly not a bad choice either for techies who want to enjoy portability and mobility over a regular computer.

Price: $198.98 - $349.99

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