The Acer Iconia One 7 is a very affordable Android tablet with a nice display, but some performance issues hold it back.
Amazon has established a dominant presence in the low-cost tablet market, but not everyone wants to be tied to its apps and services. The $79.99 Iconia One 7 (B1-780-K610) from Acer is an alternative, with a crisp 7-inch display, robust parental controls, and access to the Google Play store. That said, it suffers from issues with sluggishness and a profusion of bloatware, not to mention lackluster Wi-Fi range. It’s a decent option if you want unrestricted access to Android apps, but Amazon’s ecosystem is pretty robust, and the Fire HD 8 gets you better performance for the same price.
Design, Features, and Display
The Acer Iconia One 7 ($79.99 at Newegg) is a generic black plastic slate. Measuring 7.5 by 4.0 by 0.4 inches (HWD) and tipping the scales at 8.8 ounces, it’s quite a bit lighter than the Amazon Fire 7 (7.6 by 4.5 by 0.4 inches, 10.4 ounces) and Fire HD 8 (8.4 by 5.0 by 0.4 inches, 13 ounces). That makes it easier to hold for a long period of time, but it doesn’t feel quite as sturdy, which could be a concern if you’re planning to give it to a child. The back is textured for a better grip, and you can always put a protective case on it.
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