TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+
Get the TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus. Unless you mostly stream video: then the Galaxy Tab A11+ is cheaper, with better speakers and a memory card slot.
TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus
A tablet with a matte, paper-like screen that turns into an e-reader at the press of a button. Pen and case included. Slow.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+
A cheap 11-inch Android tablet with good speakers, a memory card slot and seven years of updates. The screen is basic and it slows with lots of apps open.
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The NXTPAPER's matte screen barely reflects, switches to an e-reader-style ink mode and comes with a pen and case. The Tab A11+ has a basic screen, but good speakers, a memory card slot and seven years of updates.
- —You read a lot.
- —You take handwritten notes.
- —You use it outdoors.
- —You mostly watch video.
- —You want to add storage cheaply.
- —You want to spend less.
What verified owners report
Only reviews from checked buyers count, and every 1–3 star review is read by us. How we do this
Owners like the clear, paper-like screen for the price. No complaints so far.
- ✓Clear, paper-like screen, with an e-ink mode that saves battery
None came up often enough to list.
Owners love how easy it is to set up and use, the value for money and the screen. The most common complaints are apps that won't install or work and Wi-Fi problems.
- ✓Easy to set up and use
- ✓Good value for money
- ✓Good screen and colours
- −Some apps won't install or work
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +Matte, paper-like screen with almost no glare
- +Ink-paper mode for e-reader-style reading
- +Pen and case in the box
- −Apps open slowly and demanding games stutter.
- −The speakers are loud but boxy.
- −The included case is flimsy.
- −No memory card slot or headphone jack.
- +Low price, often discounted
- +Four speakers and a headphone jack
- +7 years of updates
- −The screen looks washed out from an angle.
- −Slows down with lots of apps open.
- −No fingerprint reader or pen support.
- −Poor value at full price.
Ready to choose?
- Is the NXTPAPER 11 Plus worth it?
- Is the Galaxy Tab A11+ worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Tom's Guide, TechRadar, manufacturer specifications.
Owner reports for the NXTPAPER 11 Plus: 4 verified buyer ratings at Currys and Otto (Germany), read October 2026.
Owner reports for the Galaxy Tab A11+: 325 verified buyer ratings at Currys, Target (US), Otto (Germany) and Best Buy (Canada), read October 2026.