If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. When it comes to finding a device to use to read your ebooks, you have a few options to choose from. You can always buy a tablet or use your smartphone, but those devices are multipurpose and can be used for a ton of things, like surfing the web or doom-scrolling on Twitter.
If you are looking for something to strictly read books, e-readers, while niche, are designed to store all of your books in a virtual library with limited functionality. Amazon, one of the pioneers of the e-reader, has dominated the space for years with its Kindle lineup, which consists of several unique models with their own pros and cons. Additionally, while newer models like the Kindle Paperwhite are currently only available for full price, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are right around the corner, a time when Amazon historically discounts its e-reader lineup.
The retailer also offers 20 percent off all of its Kindles when you trade in select devices, so there are still other ways to save money when none of the models are available at a discount. Amazon Kindle e-readers come in different storage configurations, but there is also an additional option that allows you to buy the e-reader with or without ads. Ad-supported Kindles will display personalized advertisements on the lock screen when it is in sleep mode or at the bottom of the home screen when the device is connected to Wi-Fi.
Released in , the base Kindle includes a front light, 8GB of storage, and comes with or without ad support. Despite including the same ppi resolution as its predecessors, the latest base Kindle features a slightly higher contrast than earlier models.
The entry-level Kindle and Oasis models were not the only ones that received a refresh in The Kindle Kids Edition consists of five items: the device, a case, a two-year extended replacement guarantee in the event the device breaks , and one year of Amazon Kids Plus service. The latter is the biggest selling point of the device aside from the kid-friendly patterns, as it allows parents to grant their kids access to a digital library of kid-friendly books like Percy Jackson and The Hobbit at no additional cost.
Thankfully, you can still pick up the last-gen model, which is frequently available for far less than the standard retail price. The latter is identical to the standard Paperwhite, except it also features Qi wireless charging and a sensor that will automatically adjust the backlight when needed.
All models are also similar to the model in that they feature a waterproof design and Audible audiobook support. While there currently are no price breaks on the Kindle Paperwhite — save for the 20 percent off you can get with an eligible trade-in — Amazon has drastically lowered the price of the model. Just like with the base Kindle, Amazon is even running a promotion where you can grab the e-reader and three months of Kindle Unlimited at no additional cost. The fourth generation of the Paperwhite e-reader, which is waterproof and includes a better display and improved battery life than the previous iteration.
The device comes in two storage configurations, 8GB or 32GB, and like the other models, you can get it with or without ads on the lock screen. The Kindle Oasis looks very similar to the previous model.
It retains its waterproof, 7-inch, ppi E Ink display and supports Audible audiobooks via Bluetooth. However, unlike previous models, it can adjust the color temperature to a yellow-toned display, making it easier to read at night. The display still has the crisp ppi resolution that the old model had, despite the larger size.
The new design with its reduced bezels particularly on the top of the display looks better than ever, and the added screen space for reading is a welcome addition, as are the color temperature options for better emulating the color of actual paper.
But by increasing the display size, Amazon might have made the Paperwhite too big. The new model is about a third of an inch taller and wider than the old model and about 26g almost an ounce heavier than the model. The Oasis, after all, has an even bigger display but avoids the issue by offering an asymmetrical design aimed toward one-handed use. It still barely fits in the back pocket of a pair of jeans, but only just.
There are a lot of useful new additions here, including a new home layout that puts recently read books front and center, along with better integration for Amazon-owned Goodreads reading lists. More importantly, though, the new software makes it much easier to access the swipe-down menu. The larger display is certainly nice but comes with its own drawbacks in the form of a harder-to-hold device. And while USB-C and wireless charging have been at the top of the list for Kindle upgrades for years, neither is worth the investment of an entirely new device.
At its core, the reading experience on the new Paperwhite is still too similar to the old model to recommend existing owners rush to upgrade. Cookie banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from.
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