Acer Chromebook Spin 13 (13.5-inch, 2019)

The combination of a premium set of features and a low price are sure to make this a tempting device for many. Windows devotees won’t be convinced but for casual computer users that still want a quality device it could be ideal.

Strong performance on bench tests. Aluminum chassis. Roomy display. Comfortable keyboard. Stylus is included and cleverly housed.

Pricey. Average-at-best battery life. Heavy.

Bottom Line: Acer's prime-cut Chromebook Spin 13 is a topped-out 2-in-1 convertible that delivers all-metal ruggedness and unrivaled performance, but at a gourmet price.

Gorgeous display ; Premium finish ; Integrated stylus

Expensive ; No HDMI port ; Can’t switch off keyboard backlight

If you’re after a Chromebook for business use, the Spin 13 is probably the best out there, pushing Google’s Pixelbook aside thanks to better hardware and a bundled stylus that’s more than just a gimmick.

Superb 4:3 touchscreen ; Loads of computing power ; Slick convertible exterior ; Decent keyboard

Windows users won’t like it ; Middling battery life ; Mediocre port selection

Chrome OS isn’t for everyone but the superb screen, great design and plenty of internal power makes this one of the best Chromebooks available right now

Great battery life ; Impressive screen brightness ; Great stylus

Gaming capabilities could be improved

Finally, the Spin 13 also delivered a superb battery life of 9hrs 20mins in our video playback test. Factor in a nicely usable keyboard and a decent set of connections – twin USB-C ports, a USB 3 socket and a microSD card slot – and the Spin 13 might...

Convertible 2-in-1 design ; Sturdy build quality ; Bright, high-resolution display ; All-day battery life

Relatively heavy for a 13-inch laptop ; Limited internal storage ; Maximum of 8GB RAM (UK only)

The market for high-end Chromebooks is growing, but we know how affordable models are driving the spread of Google's OS around the world. A good reason to consider this laptop? The Pixelbook, the closest alternative you can think of, is not officially...