Many are convertibles, with touchscreens that are ideal for Android apps (which are not as good when used with a mouse and keyboard alone). Everything you do on a Chromebook, unless you're emulating Android apps or one of the experts running Linux on a Chromebook, will happen in a Chrome window.Īll that being said, the best Chromebooks are great laptops. Oh, and if you're unfamiliar with Chrome OS, it's easy to learn, as it's an extremely lightweight alternative to Windows 10 and macOS.
Many provide amazing battery life, and most run Android apps thanks to Chrome OS support for the Google Play Store. Chromebooks are a popular choice for students and teachers, plus they're ideal for anyone who is always online.