Which tablet brand is more reliable? Side-by-side comparison based on 1,031 real repair records from community repair events.
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Apple has a slight repairability edge at 47.1% vs 42.9%, though both brands can typically be fixed when something goes wrong. Both brands show similar longevity, with tablets typically coming in for repair around 5.9 years old. They break in different ways. Apple's most common issue is Screen/Display (15.4%), while Samsung mostly comes in for Battery/Power (22.6%). Professional teardowns give Samsung a 6/10 repairability score vs 2.4/10, meaning it's physically easier to open up and fix.
If durability matters most:
Apple has the repairability edge. When your tablet eventually needs repair, Apple is more likely to be fixable. Both brands show similar longevity, so this advantage is the tiebreaker.
Based on 1,031 real repair records from community repair events. Scroll down for the full data breakdown.
Head-to-head reliability data for Apple vs Samsung tablets, based on 1,031 community repair records. Apple leads on fix rate (47.1% vs 42.9%).
| Metric | Apple | Samsung |
|---|---|---|
| Fix Rate | 47.1% | 42.9% |
| ValueCost per reliability point | $10.59/pt | $8.04/pt |
| Top Failure | Screen/Display (15.4%) | Battery/Power (22.6%) |
| Sample Size | 518 | 513 |
| Avg. Age at Repair | 5.9 years | 5.5 years |
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Based on 1,031 repair records, Apple is more reliable with a 47.1% fix rate vs 42.9% for Samsung.
Apple's top issues are screen/display and software. Samsung's top issues are battery/power and software.
Both brands show similar longevity, with devices averaging around 5.9 years before needing repair.
If durability is your priority, Apple edges ahead with a higher fix rate, meaning repairs are more likely to succeed when needed. The best choice still depends on your specific model and usage.
Brand averages only go so far. Your specific model matters too. See repair costs, repairability scores, and failure data for individual tablets.
| iFixit Score0-10 scale |
|---|
| 2.4/10 |
| 6/10 |
Samsung
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Value
Samsung
Galaxy Tab S10+
Below 30-day avg
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No budget tablet from Samsung
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