Mashable staff and contributors have tested nearly a dozen popular Chromebooks over the course of the past two years, and as of March 2026, there are four I recommend in particular. My top pick for most people is the **Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14**, a high-end Chromebook with a speedy processor, a fanless aluminum build, a clacky backlit keyboard, great battery life, and a beautiful OLED display. It starts at $649.99 (or $749.99 as tested), which is pricey for a Chromebook, but it's super future-proofed and worth the hassle of hunting down on sale. My complete guide to the best Chromebooks includes other picks for budget shoppers and kids, so keep scrolling. (And if you aren't sure whether a Chromebook is right for you, check out my explainer on how they're different from regular Windows laptops and MacBooks.) ### What's new I made a couple changes to this guide in March 2026. The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is now our No.…