Pricing Guide · June 2026
ATEX Tablet Pricing
— every certified tablet, one price table.
Intrinsically safe tablets range from approximately €2,400 to €4,500 depending on zone certification, display size, and operating system. This page compares pricing across all major ATEX and IECEx certified tablets available in 2026.
2026 Price Comparison
| Tablet | Zone | OS | Display | Price (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| i.safe MOBILE IS930.1 | Zone 1 | Android 12 | 8.0″ | ~€2,400 |
| ecom Tab-Ex 03 DZ2 | Zone 1 | Android 13 | 10.1″ | ~€3,200 |
| Zebra XPAD L10 IS | Zone 2 | Android / Win | 10.1″ | ~€3,500 |
| ecom Tab-Ex Pro DZ2 | Zone 1 | Android 13 | 10.1″ AMOLED | ~€3,800 |
| Getac F110-Ex | Zone 2 | Windows 11 | 11.6″ | ~€3,800 |
| Aegex 10 IS | Zone 1 | Windows 10/11 | 10.1″ | ~€4,500 |
Prices are approximate list prices excluding VAT, sourced from manufacturer and distributor quotes (June 2026). Actual prices vary by region, quantity, and configuration.
Understanding the Price Tiers
€2,000–€3,000 · Entry Zone 1
The i.safe MOBILE IS930.1 sits alone in this tier — the most affordable Zone 1 tablet on the market. The trade-off is a smaller 8-inch display and slightly older Android version. For organisations that need Zone 1 certification on a budget, or where the compact form factor is actually preferred, this is the clear choice.
€3,000–€4,000 · Mid-Range
Most tablets cluster here. The ecom Tab-Ex 03 DZ2 (€3,200) offers the best balance of screen size, Samsung ecosystem, and Zone 1 certification. The Tab-Ex Pro DZ2 (€3,800) adds an AMOLED display and S-Pen for an extra €600. The Zone 2-only Zebra XPAD L10 and Getac F110-Ex also fall here, offering larger screens or Windows OS at the cost of Zone 2 limitation.
€4,000+ · Premium / Windows Zone 1
The Aegex 10 IS at €4,500 is the only Zone 1 Windows tablet. The premium reflects the engineering complexity of achieving intrinsic safety certification with a full Windows OS and the niche market. Only justified when legacy Windows enterprise applications (SAP GUI, custom SCADA clients) must run natively in Zone 1.
Beyond Purchase Price: Total Cost of Ownership
The purchase price is only part of the cost. When evaluating ATEX tablets for a fleet deployment, consider these additional factors:
| Cost Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Accessories & cases | Certified charging cradles, vehicle mounts, and protective cases add €200–€600 per unit |
| Replacement screens | Screen replacement on Ex equipment requires certified repair — typically €400–€800 per incident |
| MDM licensing | Samsung Knox Suite costs ~€50/device/year. Standard Android Enterprise MDM varies by provider |
| OS update lifecycle | Samsung guarantees 4 years of security updates. Purpose-built devices vary — check with manufacturer |
| Battery replacement | Ex-rated batteries must be replaced with certified parts — €80–€150 per battery, typically every 2–3 years |
| Training | Switching OS (Android ↔ Windows) or MDM platform has training costs. Staying within your existing ecosystem reduces this |
Fleet Cost Example: 50 Tablets Over 3 Years
| Cost Component | Tab-Ex 03 (×50) | IS930.1 (×50) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | €160,000 | €120,000 |
| Accessories (cradle + case) | €20,000 | €15,000 |
| MDM (3 years) | €7,500 | €7,500 |
| Battery replacements (est.) | €5,000 | €5,000 |
| Screen repairs (10% rate) | €3,000 | €2,500 |
| 3-Year Total | ~€195,500 | ~€150,000 |
Estimates based on typical enterprise deployments. Actual costs vary by distributor agreements, failure rates, and deployment complexity.
Key Takeaways
- Zone 1 costs more than Zone 2 — intrinsic safety certification for Zone 1 adds engineering and testing costs. Expect a 20–40% premium over Zone 2 equivalents.
- Windows costs more than Android — the Aegex 10 IS is the most expensive tablet primarily because Windows Zone 1 certification is rare and complex.
- Don't over-specify — if your hazardous area is Zone 2, don't pay for Zone 1 certification. The Getac F110-Ex and Zebra XPAD L10 offer large screens at Zone 2 prices.
- Request quotes — list prices are negotiable, especially for fleet orders of 20+ units. Most distributors offer volume discounts of 10–15%.
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