Having used both, and I currently own an Asus Transformer (and an iPhone) I think the Android tablets do a better job of being an almost netbook like experience, where the iPad is the better overall entertainment device. With Android tablets you have better access to the file system, control over how the desktop looks, access to flash content and great multitasking. It's a much closer experience to a computer, and the Transformer with the keyboard dock makes it even more computer like. With the iPad you have a much more simple interface, but the advantage of what I think are superior apps, a greater volume of tablet specific apps, and a wealth of accessories.