Best Hardware for Teachers

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Whether you're a newly minted teacher or a seasoned veteran, it's important to know which computers, monitors, webcams, headphones, and other education technology hardware are best for your particular classroom or remote teaching circumstances. That's why Tech & Learning has compiled links to our popular edtech hardware reviews in a single article that teachers can easily consult for their edtech hardware questions.

This page will be updated as new reviews are published, so check back frequently!

To learn more about the best software tools for teachers, visit our Best Tools For Teachers hub and Tech & Learning's guide to Google Education Tools and Apps.


Computers and Peripherals


What to Know About Buying a Chromebook
If you're considering buying a Chromebook, this guide will help you find the ideal one to suit your needs.

Best Chromebooks for Schools
A Chromebook can make education better for students and teachers by keeping everything simple while also being priced affordably for school and district.

Educator Edtech Review: Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14 Notebook
Educator Frank Pileiro looks at the best features of this versatile convertible laptop, including cost, build, specs and more.

Best Digital Pens For Teachers
Tech & Learning takes a close look at the top digital pens for education.

Best Desktop Computers For Teachers
There are more great desktop computers for teachers now than at any previous time. But how to choose? Tech & Learning reviewed the top desktops computers from HP, Apple, Acer, Dell and Lenovo, looking at affordability, sound and graphics quality, security and much more.

Best Laptop Docking Stations For Teachers
Whether the priority is price, ease of use, number of ports or 4K capability, we help teachers explore the top options for laptop docking stations.

Best Wireless Keyboard and Mouse for Teachers
Tech and Learning looks at the latest and best wireless peripherals for education.

What to Know About Buying a Laptop for School
We look at key features of laptops—display, speed, connectivity and pricing—to help you make the best choice.

Best Laptops for Teachers
Pick the ideal laptop for your education needs from our laptop reviews.

Best Laptops for Elementary and Secondary Students
Whether your priority is performance, battery life, cost, or security, Tech & Learning breaks down the details of the best laptop computers for elementary and secondary students.

Best Laptop Cases for Teachers
Protect your most precious teaching technology with one of these best laptop cases reviewed by Tech & Learning. From the best overall to the best for longer travel and more, one of these top laptop cases is sure to fit the bill, while our Best Deals widget will help you find the best prices.

What to Know About Buying A Tablet for School
Considering a tablet computer? We examine all facets of your purchase to help you make the best decision.

Best Tablets for Teachers
The best tablets for teachers let educators stay mobile while remaining connected to the wealth of useful smart teaching tech available online.

Best Tablets For Students
Tech & Learning's hardware guru Luke Edwards gives you all the reasons to buy (or avoid!) the best and most popular tablets for students.

Best Monitors For Teachers
What matters when choosing a monitor? We looked at display size and quality, screen resolution, response time, and more, in order to rate the best monitors for teaching and learning.

Educator Edtech Review: ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display
The compact ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display device allows screen sharing from any device and includes an integrated whiteboard, digital signage, and notifications.

Best Document Cameras for Teachers
We reviewed six of the most popular document cameras for classrooms, rating them for affordability, compatibility, connectivity, features and more.

Best Ereaders for Students and Teachers
Digital readers are a great way to build a large library in a small space. Tech and Learning reviews the best ereaders for education, looking at the best overall, most affordable, various display sizes and the best public-library supported device.

What is Pocketalk? The Translation Tool Explained
Pockettalk is a translation device that operates in real time to help educators, students and families communicate across language barriers.

Canon MAXIFY GX4020 Wireless MegaTank All-In-One Printer
Educator Frank Pileiro looks at the key features of the Canon Maxify GX4020 printer and whether it works well in a classroom environment.

Best 3D Printers For Schools
Tech & Learning looks at the best 3D printers for schools, including the top options for beginners and remote printing.


Gaming Systems


Best Gaming Systems for School Esports Programs
Tech and Learning reviews the top education gaming desktops, laptops, handheld gaming devices and accessories.


Headphones and Webcams


Best Headphones for Teachers
The best headphones let teachers hear their students and focus on their lessons, while making remote teaching and remote learning better for all.

Best Headphones for Students
Tech & Learning tried out the top over-the-ear, in-ear, and wireless headphones for students, rating for affordability, sound quality, noise cancellation and battery life.

What to Know About Buying a Webcam
A complete review of what teachers need to know before they invest in a new webcam.

Best Webcams for Teachers and Students
The best webcams can help make the remote learning experience clearer and more compelling for both teachers and students.


Projectors and Whiteboards


Educator Edtech Review: BenQ Board Pro RP04
Frank Pileiro reports on how the BenQ Board Pro RP04 interactive whiteboard will perform in the classroom setting

Best Projectors for Schools
We dived into the pros and cons of five of today's top projectors for education.

Educator Edtech Review: Panasonic PT-CMZ50 Ultra-Short Throw Laser Projector
The Panasonic PT-CMZ50 ultra-short throw laser projector, ideal forlarge audience settings, offers high-quality bright images, virtually no shadowing, interactivity and collaboration.

Best Interactive Whiteboards For Schools
We rated the best interactive whiteboards, which feature multiple touch points, high quality 4K displays, free apps and more.


STEM, Robotics and Drones


Best Coding Kits for Schools
Tech & Learning reviews six of the top coding kits for education.

Best Robots for Schools
The best robots for schools help make education about coding, math, and engineering fun and engaging for students of all ages.

3 Tips For Teaching With Robots
Advice from an award-winning STEM educator about how to teach with robots in the classroom.

What to Know About Buying Drones for Schools
Consider purpose, programming capability, sixe, pricing and features when you’re in the market for a drone.

Best Drones for Schools
Did you know that drones can be a the core of an exciting STEM lesson incorporating coding and engineering concepts? We found the best ones for education.

Kaibot: How to Use It to Teach
Kaibot is a coding educational robot that teaches kids how coding works.


VR and AR Systems


Best VR Headsets for Schools
Tech & Learning reviews the top eight virtual reality headsets for schools. Find out the pros and cons of each, as well as the best deals of the day.

Best VR and AR Systems for Schools
The magic of virtual and augmented reality can make learning more immersive than ever. We rate them according to ease of use, sturdiness, company support, compatibility and more. Learn which VR and AR systems will work best in your school or classroom.

Teaching With the Apple Vision Pro
Educators discuss the potential for teaching with the Apple Vision Pro.