Amazon Fire Max 11 for $150

Prime Day might not be until next week, but there are already a ton of great deals ripe for the picking. Amazon’s latest tablet, the Fire Max 11, just dropped to its lowest price ever. So if you’re looking for an iPad alternative with a big screen, keyboard and stylus support and expandable storage, this is the time to act. This deal is bonkers. (Unlike many Prime Day deals, this one isn’t reserved just for Amazon Prime subscribers.)

Why is this a good deal? 💰

Prime Day is typically accompanied by a lot of great deals, but an all-time low price for the Fire Max 11 was unexpected. It’s a whopping 40% off. It’s a steal at its normal price, so scoring this little tablet for $90 off is one heck of a bargain.

Why do I need this? 🤔

The Fire Max 11 is what I consider to be Amazon’s first serious iPad rival, with its squared-edge design and metal casing. It definitely looks more polished and professional than other models in the Fire lineup. Amazon also offers a keyboard case for users looking to get some work done and a stylus for artists and note-takers. (Alas, there’s a dearth of stylus-friendly apps.)

The hardware here is really solid, including a bright, razor-sharp screen, a fingerprint-reading power button and reasonably good front and rear cameras. One huge benefit is the microSD expansion slot, which lets you add lots of extra storage on the cheap. iPads can’t do that.

Battery life is impressive as well: up to 14 hours, according to Amazon, versus 10 hours on the iPad 10.9.

I can’t say I love Amazon’s interface, but I can live with it. Indeed, sometimes a low price makes minor shortcomings easier to accept. A tablet like this for only $140 is a shockingly good deal.

Want to learn more? Here’s my full Amazon Fire Max 11 review.

What reviewers say 💬

More than 5,800 reviewers have left this tablet five stars.

Pros 👍

One fan said the Fire Max 11 takes the place of an iPad. “This particular has all the features of an iPad and I take it with me wherever I go. It is easy to use and the price is right for my budget and the perfect size.”

Another user called this tablet a “game-changer” for entertainment. “Its sleek design, vibrant display, and powerful performance make it a must-have for anyone on the go. Whether you’re streaming your favorite shows, reading e-books, or browsing the web, the Fire 11 delivers an immersive experience with stunning clarity and responsiveness.”

And if you’re worried about speed, one shopper says it’s no problem: “It’s extremely fast and seamless, immediately dropping me to the home screen with a gentle tap of the sensor – I don’t have to actually click the power button down.”

Cons 👎

While the tablet has a lot going for it, there are a few flaws. One of the primary ones is a lack of an audio jack. “The Max 11 does not have a headphone jack. I know, everything is Bluetooth, but I liked my old wired Bose headphones.”

Another glaring issue is the relative dearth of apps. “It doesn’t support several apps I had on my previous tablet (Kindle).”

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $25 or more.)

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