As kids grow a little older they’re going to benefit from a laptop that can be used for multiple activities, from writing up school work to watching their favourite films and shows on Netflix.
The best laptops for kids will be robust to protect against those inevitable drops and rucksack bumps, as well as offering decent streaming speed, battery life and applications.
Laptops run on different operating systems that each have their own benefits, including Microsoft Windows, Google’s Chrome OS and Apple’s MacOS. Windows offers a wide choice of mainstream applications used in schools, while Chrome is usually the most affordable but generally offers less applications, however they are likely to be enough for a child ’s needs.
Older children who like having lots of different web browsers open and use the computer for games and films, as well as more detailed school work, may need at least 4GB of Ram and a good i3 Intel Core processor, while younger children can get away with more basic models.
Whatever your needs, we’ve rounded up the best laptops for kids below for cost, speed, performance, and durability.
The best laptop for kids
1. Microsoft Surface Go
An excellent and affordable option from Microsoft, this is officially a tablet but can easily be paired with a type cover to create a versatile and portable laptop.
It runs full Windows so is perfect for homework, has 4GB memory, and can be used as a tablet for playing games and watching movies on-the-go or at home.
It’s not quite as powerful as an iPad but, at this price, it’s a brilliant buy.
Price: £379, Argos – buy here now
2. Google Pixelbook Go
One of the best mainstream Chromebooks, with 8GB and i5 Intel Core, this laptop for kids is lightweight and easy to carry around, offers a good battery life of 12 hours, and has a high-resolution camera for great-quality movie-watching and video chatting.
So, whether they’re collaborating on a Google Doc in a cafe or FaceTiming someone from home, this laptop offers a sleek look and user experience.
Price: £829, Amazon – buy here now
3. HP 11.6 Inch Celeron 4GB 16GB Chromebook Grey
This is a really nifty little computer for the price point. It’s light and portable, boasts 12.45 hours of battery life, and an anti-glare screen for good viewing at any angle.
It’s speedy and the camera and microphone are ideal for all streaming and socialising needs. There’s all the ports you need, and a decent 4GB memory and 16GB storage, but you can always boost the laptop’s storage (for all those movies and photos) by inserting a Micro SD card. A reliable investment.
Price: £189, Amazon – buy now here
4. Acer Chromebook Spin 11
This laptop for kids is like a good old friend – solid, durable and reliable.
It’s perfect for when children need to start writing up work for school, but you don’t want to spend a fortune. It’s a great affordable mix for work and play, offering basic applications for school work and then flipping into a tablet for games, films or checking in on TikTok.
It’s ultra-resistant with a shock-absorbant bumper and can survive drops from 122cm, as well as as small spillages (up to 330ml) on the keyboard. A great all-rounder with a 10-hour battery life.
Price: £279.99, Argos – buy here now
5. Dell Inspiron 14-3000 Series, 4GB 14 inch Laptop
The large 14-inch display means this is a great laptop for kids who are really into their streaming and games.
What’s more, SmartByte technology makes streaming super-smooth and uninterrupted, ensuring that the most important applications get the bandwidth they need for optimal performance. Wireless integration between the PC and smartphone means you can make calls, send texts, get notifications and even mirror your phone onto your PC to interact with apps.
There’s also Office 365 Personal with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more, for the kids’ homework.
Price: £379.99, Very – buy here now
6. ASUS C223 11.6 Inch Celeron 4GB 32GB Chromebook
Smaller than a sheet of A4 paper, this compact and lightweight laptop was designed with kids in mind.
It has one of the thinnest profiles of any Chromebook, has 4GB of RAM, a battery life of up to 10 hours so would last all day at school without charging, and high-definition display for good movie-watching afterwards.
With access to Google Play Store, it has everything your mini me needs to enjoy the day.
Price: £199.99, Argos – buy here now
7. Apple Mac Book Air (2020)
Like the Porsche of the computer world, the Mac Book Air is the creme de la creme of laptops for kids.
Although it’s a lot of money to shell out, the applications, operating system, features, design, battery life, and user experience are second-to-none. Longevity is also excellent, and this may even last older kids through A-levels and university. But be warned: once used, they might not want to return from the Mac…
Price: £999, John Lewis – buy here now
If you’ve been looking around for a while but still aren’t quite sure on the best laptop for you – try browsing top tech retailers like Amazon, Currys PC World or Argos first.
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