Dell Chromebook 3100 (11.6-Inch, 2019)

Virtually indestructible ; 360 degree hinge design ; Portable ; OK battery life

Screen is small and low res ; Keyboard could be better

The Dell Chromebook 3100 2-in-1 is a low power Chrome OS laptop designed for education. The rugged design is a key selling point that ensures it'll serve even the most accident-prone students, but its low end components mean anything but basic document...

Compact ; Sturdy, kid-friendly design ; Spill-resistant keyboard ; Optional LTE ; Plenty of USB ports ; Reasonably priced accidental damage coverage

Poor Wi-Fi signal reception ; Display limited to 1,366 by 768 resolution ; No SD card reader ; Clumsy touchpad

Designed to withstand the rigors of daily life in the classroom, at home, and in between, the Dell Chromebook 11 hits a trifecta: rugged, affordable, and great for kids.

Great durability ; Faster speeds and more RAM than rivals ; Good touchscreen sensitivity

Overly expensive ; Poor colour accuracy and brightness

What might be, though, is the price. At over £500, it’s expensive for an 11.6in Chromebook, and while it has more speed and stamina than the Lenovo Chromebook 500e, the latter offers better value.