Rating of the best free programs for tablets on Windows 10

On tablet devices with the Windows 10 operating system, the user can find many interesting and useful applications: weather, news viewing, audio player, email client and others.But not all of them provide the necessary functions for free, and some applications are completely useless and just waste space.Therefore, you often have to resort to installing additional applications from the store. Let's see what programs are needed for tablets with Windows 10 shell for every day?

The best software for watching online TV

If there is no TV at home, or someone from the household has turned on your favorite TV series, and you want to watch, for example, football on another channel, then with a tablet connected to the Internet, this is not a problem.

1st place: SPB TV

Watching online TV is easy with the free SPB TV app. Very convenient navigation through the channel list, excellent quality and many of the most popular channels - this is what the application offers to its users.

After the first activation of the program, enter @mail, gender and date of birth. Probably, this information is used to collect statistical information, and the email address is for mailing. By the way, this stage is skipped if desired.

After that, the user will be taken to the main interface of the application, in which the first available channel will automatically start. The program is done conveniently: the broadcast channel is shown in the middle, and the TV program is below.

SPB TV app video review:

• An interface that everyone can understand;
• Rollers on request;
• Supports streaming to Chromecast, Miracast and WiDi;
• Fast opening and switching between channels;
• Full-size picture-in-picture player.

• Some channels are paid;
• The free version contains ads.

Best reading apps

Reading from a tablet is much more convenient than from a smartphone, because the screen is much larger. In addition, to enjoy the process of reading at night, there is no need to look for a flashlight, there is a backlight.

1st place: Liberty Book Reader

Liberty Book Reader is perhaps the most convenient "reader" for tablets. It supports the most popular formats - epub, fb2, pdf. Therefore, if your book is not in one format, you can download it in another and enjoy reading.

The interface is convenient and straightforward, designed for maximum user convenience. With this application, you can make your time reading a book even more comfortable by adjusting the settings for the background, font and the size of the night fields.

Night mode is designed for reading at night, which saves your eyes from the bright light of the screen. In Liberty Book Reader, you can build your library by adding or removing books, moving them from the cloud storage, etc. And there is also a store from which you can immediately download the latest books. Many additional features - bookmarks, search by word or phrase, writing notes to the text.

• From the program it is allowed to directly upload documents to the "cloud";
• There are many books in the Microsoft branded library;
• Option "find similar" by genre;
• Convenient catalog sorting;
• The ability to take notes in the text.

• Not detected.

The best software for watching videos

With the help of such applications, users can enjoy watching their favorite movies, TV series, videos, etc. Often, despite the innovativeness of gadgets, the creators of tablet PCs put applications in devices that do not satisfy user requests. It is these users who need such software.

1st place: VLC Player

VLC remains the most convenient and functional application for watching videos on a tablet. It is designed for many video formats, so you definitely won't have any problems with playback. In this video player, you can customize everything to the smallest detail.

And also it supports subtitles, which makes watching foreign films more convenient. The app is configured with gesture control. And you can also sort your audio and video files by size or name. VLC is the most functional player among its counterparts, all the more it is distributed free of charge.

After starting, the user will be greeted by a typical file library, which contains 4 typical tabs: audio, video, directory and history. The last tab contains detailed information regarding what the owner of the device has viewed recently.

Details on working with VLC in the video:

• Supports hardware encoding;
• Supports subtitles;
• Supports broadcasting network broadcasts;
• You can customize the equalizer "to taste";
• Perfectly fulfills all the tasks assigned to it.

• Not detected.

Best Music Apps

A convenient program for music provides, in addition to the ability to listen to your favorite tracks in a couple of swipes, also an incredible service for the development of a real music lover in the user.

1st place: AIMP

Convenient listening to music on your tablet is impossible without AIMP. It is a free audio player that allows you to listen to the most popular audio formats: mp3, wav, mp4 and others.

There is an equalizer for fine tuning music and different themes for decoration. Allows you to manage your music: add, delete, create playlists. With AIMP you can create your own music playback queue.

The program is extremely easy to use. It literally has only one main screen, which contains all the songs, or rather playlists. In this regard, the tracks should, first of all, be added to the playlist by selecting the music storage location on the device.

AIMP Player Video Review:

• Supports an incredible number of formats;
• You can select the audio output method between OpenSL and AudioTrack;
• Supports CUE;
• There is a balance regulator;
• You can adjust the pace.

• Can't search for track covers.

Best Office Programs

Tablet office apps are also in high demand. They are convenient for work and business. Not everyone is comfortable with taking a large laptop with them on trips, but you can take a laptop with you wherever you go, besides, working on it is almost as convenient as on a laptop or computer.

1st place: Windows Office

Standard Microsoft Office is distributed only on a paid basis, but there is a free equivalent. It is called very similarly - Windows Office. This is an application that allows you to open files in Microsoft Office formats, edit them, and also create your own.

The interface is very similar to the original one, so it is convenient to work on it and you just don't need to retrain for a new one. Windows Office is lightweight, which is an undoubted plus, because large-weight programs quickly clog up free space and the tablet slows down.

This app lets you create word processing documents, spreadsheets, demos and more.

• Global access to files through the "cloud";
• Quality view of files;
• Supports key components of the original version of the program;
• Fast editing;
• There are document templates.

• Mandatory registration at the first start;
• Lack of features according to users.

Best file managers

The presence of a reliable FM on a tablet PC can be considered a necessary requirement for a full-fledged work with the device. There are many programs in this category on the market, but the best one is discussed below.

1st place: Total Commander

The first place in the list of the best file managers, of course, belongs to Total Commander. Many users can no longer imagine working on a tablet, and even on a computer without this program.

It allows you to easily and quickly copy, move files, find them thanks to advanced search, delete duplicates. The program supports working with archives: it can both unpack and archive the necessary files.

In Total Commander, you can view almost any file, compare them with subsequent editing, and quickly rename multiple files at once. In addition to standard functions, it is possible to connect plugins that greatly expand the capabilities. The file manager must be present on the tablet, because without it, working with files slows down significantly.

Advantages of Total Commander and the basics of working with the application:

• Attractive design;
• Excellent navigation and speed of switching between directories;
• It is possible to remove several applications at once;
• For better convenience, there is a "two windows" function;
• "Smart" selection.

• Not detected.

Best Antivirus

Some tablet users prefer not to install antivirus software at all so as not to take up free space. They believe that working on a tablet is much safer than from a computer, and it is almost impossible to pick up any "infection".

We hasten to convince you, since antivirus is required both for a tablet and a computer. Another question is which one to choose, because they all offer a lot of functions. Indeed, the choice of antivirus for a tablet is hampered by a huge list of a wide variety of applications. Let's take a look at the most popular antiviruses:

3rd place: 360 Total Security

It is a powerful antivirus with the ability to scan your system in 5-10 seconds. In addition to protecting the operating system, it also speeds it up by shutting down unnecessary applications that consume memory. In addition, the antivirus can clean the tablet of unnecessary junk, leftover files after uninstalling applications and other things. Free, fast and convenient.

It is impossible to surprise anyone with ordinary methods of protection today.In addition, ordinary protection is not enough, because users often install additional utilities on their devices to work with the registry, flash drives, etc.

In general, "Total Security 360" is an ordinary, but at the same time very functional antivirus for tablet PCs. The software does not take up a lot of memory, but thanks to the integrated functions it will keep the device "clean and tidy", and also save its charge.

• Protects against threats at all levels;
• "Smart" battery consumption;
• An interface that everyone can understand;
• In Russian;
• Nice appearance.

• Not detected.

2nd place: AVG

Another free antivirus that has a ton of useful features for a tablet. For example, it can be used to track a stolen tablet on a map. And if there is no hope for its return, then you can remotely erase all data so that attackers do not use it for their own purposes.

Therefore, AVG aims to protect not only from viruses, Trojans, spyware, but also to protect against thieves. After installation, the anti-virus "in the background" will guarantee high-quality protection against the most widespread and "fresh" threats.

For example, the program will scan files downloaded by the user for viruses directly during download. This allows you to protect your tablet as efficiently as possible. In addition, AVG is able to find programs that slow down the tablet, and quickly fix this problem.

• The maximum number of downloads on different platforms;
• Work in the background;
• Protects not only against known viruses, but also against the newest ones, thanks to the constant updating of the virus signature database;
• Allows you to find the device in case of loss;
• Remote file deletion.

• Not detected.

1st place: AVAST

The program reliably protects the tablet from the invasion of various viruses. Avast also provides its users with a password lock function. With the help of this antivirus, it is much safer to connect to unfamiliar Wi-Fi networks, as well as browse the Internet. You can be sure that your confidential data will not be stolen by intruders.

This software is known to many, because Avast is often installed as a home antivirus on desktop and laptop computers. For this reason, its fame, when compared with the above analogs, is much higher.

In general, this is a pretty smart and efficient software product with good security functionality. It should be noted that for devices with root rights there are some privileges, for example, the ability to activate a firewall (as in the PC version), the ability to remotely access some functions.

• Web Protection works in most browsers;
• Powerful and high-quality protection against malware;
• An excellent set of protective functionality;
• It is possible to lock the device remotely, as well as erase all data.

• No access to the spy camera;
• Difficult to understand interface;
• The configuration of the anti-theft function takes a long time.

Best web browsers

There are even more browsers for browsing the Internet than antiviruses. Moreover, each of them performs its functions to the maximum. It only remains to choose the most convenient application for yourself. Additional functions may be important to you as well. The most popular web browsers for tablets are discussed below.

3rd place: Mozilla Firefox

A browser with good functionality, takes a well-deserved third place among its counterparts. Allows you to work in one account and synchronize your data on all devices used.

It has a unique function - surfing the Internet with a friend. Allows you to configure proxies. Protects against malicious files. Has the ability to fine tune.

Burning Fox has won the hearts of millions of users around the world, as it was developed, according to the creators, taking into account user desires. The browser is equipped with a lot of "smart" features that make assumptions based on the pages viewed.

• Nimble;
• Lots of intelligent features;
• Data confidentiality protection at the proper level;
• Synchronized with other user devices;
• Clear visual tabs.

• Not detected.

2nd place: Opera

A browser known to users since the distant 1994. Allows you to import data from other browsers. It also has a store with additional extensions. With it, you can privately browse the Internet.

There is a "turbo" mode, which makes the work fast and pleasant even with a slow Internet. You can connect to a VPN to encrypt your traffic. The browser keeps passwords hidden and allows you to log into your accounts automatically.

It should be noted that Opera will be an excellent solution for powerful tablets. All pages in the process of surfing will be loaded in a split second, and the picture will delight you with clarity and saturation.

• Automatic page scaling;
• Ability to create quick bookmarks;
• Powerful functionality;
• Many settings;
• Compressing data to work on slow internet connections.

• Not detected.

1st place: Google Chrome

The most popular browser at the moment. Provides its users with a convenient and fast surfing on the Internet. Has a store with tons of free extensions and themes.

Allows you to work in anonymity mode, for this you only need to press one button. Synchronizes your accounts on other devices. Protects against aggressive ads and viral files.

As a separate software product, "Chrome" appeared in 2012. At that time, it functioned only on gadgets of the Android platform, but some time later, having conquered a multimillion-dollar audience, it migrated to Windows and not only.

• Trending Material Design;
• Functional interface;
• Live search;
• Synchronization with any devices and data through a Google account;
• Developed on a smart engine.

• It can slow down on budget tablets;
• Sometimes there are problems with font rendering;
• When enlarged, the text does not adapt to the dimensions of the display.

The best messengers

It's hard to find a more common category of tablet apps than messengers. They are used by many people for personal and work purposes. Below are the most famous and functional products.

3rd place: Skype

After installing this messenger on the tablet, at startup, the program will offer to register an account, log into an existing one, or log in through a Microsoft profile. It should be noted that the process of registering a new account will not take a lot of users' time.

After all these "machinations", the main, or rather, the user's personal page will appear. At the top is a quick access panel to the primary options, such as:

• Add contact;
• Call;
• User profile.

A little below the history of conversations is shown, and in the extreme column there are available contacts, in other words, friends.

• Notifications;
• Nice new design;
• Convenient search for people;
• Powerful functionality;
• The ability to share files of any size.

• To call mobile numbers you need to top up your balance.

2nd place: Viber

This program belongs to the next generation messengers, through which it became possible, in addition to exchanging messages, images, audio and video files, to make audio and video calls.

Installing "Viber" will not be difficult. As for the functionality, it is no different from the version for smartphones, which was probably used by all users. The difference is only visual and lies in the dimensions of the display.

The advantages of the product include its Russian interface, thanks to which even a novice user can easily understand the program. Special attention should be paid to the quality of video and audio calls, as well as the agility of the interface.

Viber, a video about the intricacies of downloading and installing the application:

• The ability to make video and audio calls;
• Exchange of files of any size;
• Lots of funny stickers and emoticons;
• The ability to create a collective chat for up to 200 users;
• Synchronization with some models of "smart" watches.

• A SIM-enabled tablet is required for normal activation of the program.

1st place: WhatsApp

WhatsApp is a program that was developed for messaging. Among Russian-speaking users, it is called "Vatsap" or "Vatsap". It is convenient in that it makes it possible to exchange SMS in some way, but for free. Simply put, this software, at least, allows you to save on SMS.

In general, in terms of functionality, WhatsApp is very similar to the above-mentioned Viber, because it is also a cross-platform messenger. At the moment, the program has unique and funny emoticons, it is allowed to attach different files such as multimedia to messages: music, videos, pictures, contacts and even geolocation.

The peculiarity of this messenger is in the checkboxes that notify about the delivery and viewing of the message. Simply put, when a message is sent to the server - there is one check mark, two are received, if the message is read by the addressee - two check marks are colored blue.

• The ability to create collective chats;
• The ability to make calls;
• Takes up little space;
• No ads;
• It is a leader in downloading on various platforms.

• Not detected.

The best software for communication on social networks

The colossal popularity of social networks, in particular among young people, has led to the fact that most users are in them most of their free time, using specialized clients for mobile devices.

4th place: Facebook

It is a free and good service for communicating with friends, in particular those who live abroad. This program is used by many users around the world, which helps to erase the boundaries of distance.

The Facebook client provides the opportunity to do everything the same as in the web version, namely:

• Post photos by attaching a location and tagging friends;
• Correspond;
• Subscribe to various mailings from communities and other users;
• Like;
• Make new acquaintances, etc.

All news of interest to the user are in the feed.

• Exchange of messages and files;
• You can mark the location on the photo and more;
• New acquaintances thanks to global search;
• Comfortable and intuitive interface;
• A large number of tabs.

• Not detected.

3rd place: Twitter

Recently, Twitter has become a kind of beacon close to everyone. Some users are constantly scrolling through the feed on the way, others communicate at home, for others, in addition to a communication tool, it is a tool for obtaining necessary and useful information.

The key advantage of this service is the speed of its functioning. It is worth noting that there are many Twitter client programs on the Internet, but none of them have yet surpassed it in terms of speed. This is a definite plus for the developers.

In addition, in comparison with the same third-party programs, the official client is distinguished by the absence of all sorts of lags while scrolling through the tape, even if it is done as quickly as possible.

• Convenience of reading the news feed;
• Actions with specific tweets;
• Functioning with images;
• Supports streaming;
• Many different settings.

• Does not display images in the news feed.

2nd place: Instagram

This is a great option for fans of the social network, which makes it possible to publish pictures and videos, as well as share your posts with all subscribers.

Using the client, as many have guessed, is impossible without a personal account. Therefore, after activating the program, it will ask the user to enter the data of an existing profile or register a new page on the social network. It should be noted that the registration procedure in the client version is extremely easy and takes, literally, 2-3 clicks.

After entering the profile, the client will offer the user to find friends among the numbers in the contact book or from Twitter and Facebook. The entire application interface is based on the tabs: "Home", "Popular Photos", "Take a Photo", "News" and "My Account".

• Powerful functionality;
• Simplified registration procedure;
• A lot of effects;
• The ability to publish your photos immediately on Facebook and Vkontakte;
• You can change the appearance of your recordings by combining different effects.

• Not detected.

1st place: Vkontakte

The official client of the social network "Vkontakte" is one of the most popular programs in the segment of Russian-speaking users on various platforms. And this is despite the fact that the application was repeatedly removed from the market due to the media content of the social network.

The creators have made every effort to make the program very similar, in terms of design and functionality, to the web version. The client is designed in the usual Material Design style: smooth structural components, a slider-type menu on the side and a plying button to write a message or chat.

The main window of work after logging into your account is a news feed, which is formed according to the time of posting. But there is an opportunity to activate a new algorithm for creating a feed, according to which records will be selected, taking into account the interests of the user.

• Access to almost all the functionality of the web version;
• The ability to exchange voice messages;
• Synchronization of contacts;
• Convenient messenger;
• You can listen to your favorite tracks without limits.

• There is advertising;
• Increased resource efficiency;
• Sometimes there are errors with playing files.

Best Navigation Apps

It is simply necessary to install maps on the tablet, even if your tablet does not have a mobile Internet. The maps are very convenient to plan your route or learn about new places.

1st place: Yandex. Cards

The program is one of the most pleasant to use, and many users have already appreciated the convenient and understandable interface from the first time. In this application, you can not only find a place by address, but also institutions of interest - banks, restaurants, hotels, etc.

Yandex Maps always displays up-to-date information about the traffic situation. You can quickly track traffic jams or accidents. The application will develop for you the best route from the starting point to the destination by public transport, your car or even on foot.

By installing a separate application called Yandex Transport, you can track public transport, bookmark your stops and the most frequent means of transportation.

In Yandex Maps, you can view a panorama of a place or photos. And also there is the ability to control the voice.

Details about Yandex Transport in the video review:

• Detailed maps of the planet, updated constantly;
• Photos and street views from satellites, which help to determine the location;
• Maps of the Russian Federation, Ukraine and Belarus are available for download and use in offline mode;
• Search for places: entertainment venues, pharmacies, gas stations, etc.;
• Voice control for using the program on the go.

• Takes up a lot of space due to constant data loading.

The best software for photo processing

If you love sharing your photos with your friends, then chances are you love editing them.From minimal cropping to large-scale features like replacing the background in a photo, you can do it all with your tablet.

5th place: Pics Art

The program has many functions. With this application, you can do whatever you want with your pictures, and in general, transform them beyond recognition.

You can crop a photo, rotate it, add a filter, a frame, apply highlights, add text, stickers, draw something from your own hand, and this is the very minimum of functions. By adding a little imagination, you can make a work of art from an ordinary photo.

Pics Art is one of the most famous programs for working with pictures on tablets. In a short period of time, this product won the hearts of many users and bypassed paid competitors.

• You can make amazing collages;
• Adjusting the tone of the picture;
• Lots of great effects;
• Wide functionality not only for beginners, but also for professionals;
• Synchronization with the device camera.

• There are paid items that can be purchased at will;
• There is an advertisement.

4th place: PicLab

The program also has a ton of interesting filters and effects with which you can significantly improve your photography. You can also apply various textures and frames.

Most likely, the creators of this software product during development were inspired by the social network Instagram, because there are obvious similarities with the functionality, and even the application icon confirms this.

But when compared to Instagram, PicLab has no hints of sociality, except for the ability to share the processed photo with third-party services.

More details - in the video:

• Synchronization with device cameras;
• You can overlay text;
• Lots of free templates;
• Wide functionality.

• There are paid items;
• To remove the "PicLab" inscription from the processed photo, you need to buy a paid subscription.

3rd Place: Font Candy

Allows you to make a real work of art out of your photo by adding interesting and beautiful inscriptions. To begin with, you can transform the photo using filters and effects, and only then move on to the main thing - writing beautiful inscriptions.

With Font Candy, you can choose a beautiful font, size and color, rotate, skew text, and more.

But first, as in almost all such applications, you need to import the images. Users are given the opportunity to add photos from the device or, after passing the authorization, import them from Facebook.

• Good functionality for working with text;
• Lots of fonts and templates;
• Lots of beautiful frames and other visual effects.

• There are paid items;
• To remove the application logo from processed images, you need to buy a subscription.

2nd place: B612

Apart from the photo editor functions, this application also allows you to improve your camera and take photos already with filters. You can also put your tablet on a timer using this app.

Here you will find many interesting and colorful filters that will transform your photo. The application was made by the creators of the famous messenger Line, and is positioned as a utility for selfies.

The focus on performing one function should be counted among the advantages of the application. It is designed to work with self-portraits, which saves time.

• An indispensable tool for working with selfies;
• The ability to use filters while shooting;
• You can make collages;
• Lots of color filters;
• Simulate the bokeh effect.

• Not detected.

1st place: Adobe Photoshop Express

This is a simplified Photoshop for tablets. Here you can edit your photo like a professional photographer, since the program allows you to make the finest adjustments to light, contrast and much more.

The first thing that the user is offered after launching the application is to go through the registration procedure with the Adobe service.In order not to waste time filling in all the annoying windows, it is possible to synchronize your account with Goggle + or FB.

It should be noted that the application is not localized for Russian-speaking users, but even a person who does not know English will understand everything.

• Red-eye removal option;
• There is a useful function of automatic adjustment of settings;
• Removes all kinds of dirt and dust spots in pictures;
• Lots of cute effects;
• New visualization.

• To enjoy all the widest functionality of the program, you need to buy a subscription;
• Lack of a Russian-language interface.

Adobe Flash Player - required installation

This is an indispensable application for all devices, without it there will be no full-fledged work on the tablet. With the Adobe Flash Player, you can watch videos on the Internet, play browser games, and more.

Adobe Flash Player is responsible for rendering animation and applications based on it. It is updated automatically and does not require any additional manipulations from the user.

Not all users know that the quality of the popular Skype depends on the presence of this program in the installed box.

Details of installing Adobe Flash Player:

Having a Windows 10 tablet, you can download a large number of applications that will be useful to the user in everyday life.