Thankfully, plenty of inexpensive alternatives are just as great, like Amazon's Fire tablets. They offer top speed, reliable performance and beautiful displays. The best part? These devices are discounted as low as $45 during the Big Spring Sale event.

If you (or your kid) are in need of a new tablet, check out our favorite early deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale below. And stay tuned to our coverage throughout the event, because we'll be updating you on all the best deals as soon as they pop up.

The latest and greatest version of this top-rated 10-inch tablet is $45 off as part of Amazon's springtime sales event.