The best 2-in-1 laptops, according to hackers
5 2-in-1 laptops recommended in Hacker News comments over the past year, ranked by how many separate people recommend each one.
- Most recommendedMicrosoft Surface64 people recommend it
- Built to lastLenovo Yogaowners report a median of 3 years
- Least regretMicrosoft Surface Go12 recommend, 5 criticize
All 2-in-1 laptops
- Microsoft SurfaceRecommended for a lightweight tablet with a detachable keyboard that runs full Windows or Linux. Common caveat: reliability problems and a weak tablet experience.64recommend
- Lenovo YogaRecommended for its folding touchscreen OLED, stylus use and light portability as a convertible laptop. Common caveats: a poor touchpad and firmware bugs that some owners found disruptive.15recommend
- Microsoft Surface BookPeople recommend it for its touchscreen and detachable 2-in-1 design and tablet-like build. The most common caveat is that the battery wears out or swells with age.13recommend
- Microsoft Surface GoA small tablet people use for light work and travel alongside a main laptop, and it runs Linux reasonably well. Common caveat: it feels sluggish and is weak as a full laptop.12recommend
- Asus ROG Flow Z13Recommended as a compact machine that handles general use and gaming with strong performance for its size. The most common caveat is unreliable drivers that sometimes stop working.7recommend