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Toshiba Encore 2 (10-inch) vs Apple iPad Air 2 Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
Toshiba Encore 2 (10-inch)
Toshiba
Toshiba Encore 2 (10-inch)
7.3 / 10
Compass Score
From 2 critic reviews
Full review →
Apple iPad Air 2
Apple
Apple iPad Air 2
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 32 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Encore 2 (10-inch)

iPad Air 2

+
Good
+ Reduced weight and thickness
+ Incredibly fast performance
+ Beautiful display with vibrant colors and deep blacks
−
Not
− Potential issues with bending
− 16GB base model not worth the price
− No real improvement in battery life
Spec data

How they compare

Encore 2 (10-inch)
iPad Air 2
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
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OS
Windows
OS
iOS
Processor
Intel Atom Quad core
Processor
Apple A8X Triple core
Camera zoom
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Camera zoom
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Battery life
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Battery life
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Wired charging
—
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
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Wireless charging
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Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
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Software support
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Repairability
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Repairability
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Weight
555g (19.6 oz)
Weight
437g (15.4 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Encore 2 (10-inch)
10.2" × 6.9"
iPad Air 2
9.4" × 6.6"
Thickness · to scale
Encore 2 (10-inch)
0.4"
iPad Air 2
0.2"
Height
10.2" (259 mm)
Height
9.4" (239 mm)
Width
6.9" (175 mm)
Width
6.6" (168 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9 mm)
Depth
0.2" (6 mm)
Weight
555g (19.6 oz)
Weight
437g (15.4 oz)
Screen
10.1"
Screen
9.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Encore 2 (10-inch) vs iPad Air 2: FAQ

Which is better, the Encore 2 (10-inch) or iPad Air 2?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPad Air 2 earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 7.3 for the Encore 2 (10-inch). That 1.7-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated March 2026. Suggest a correction →