Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+

When it comes to tablets, there isn't a shortage of options available.

- Britta O'Boyle

I'm going to assume, given you have landed here, however, that you've decided Apple's extensive iPad range isn't for you and you're instead in the market for an Android tablet with a comparable build quality and performance.

There isn't a shortage of those either in the Android tablet world, with brands like OnePlus and Oppo both delivering superb options for less than you'd expect. It's Samsung that excels at the premium end, however, with not only its flagship Galaxy Tab S10 range, but the Galaxy Tab S10 FE models that sit just below in terms of price but offer many of the same features and similar designs.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ FE has the largest display the company has put onto its 'Fan Edition' tablet range, whilst also featuring a water-resistant body and an S Pen included in the box. But is that enough to justify its premium price tag? I extensively tested the device to find out.

DESIGN

Take one look at the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ and you would be forgiven for thinking it was the more expensive Galaxy Tab S10+, which is a testament to this tablet rather than a criticism. Like the flagship model, the Galaxy Tab S10+ FE has a gorgeous, slim aluminium body, uniform bezel around its huge display and subtle branding on the rear.

The lovely design has flat edges that are comfortable to hold, just enough space within the bezel to place your thumbs when watching content, and a solid build quality with an IP68 rating, which is something you won't find on any iPad.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ is marginally thicker than the Galaxy Tab S10+ at 6mm compared to 5.6mm, and it's a little heavier too at 668g compared to 571g, though you'd only be able to tell if you had the devices side-by-side.