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  • The lightest and most compact Kindle, now with a 300 ppi high-resolution display for sharp text and images.
  • Read comfortably with a glare-free, paper-like display. The adjustable front light and dark mode make reading effortless, day and night.
  • Get lost in your story. Tune out messages, emails, and social media with a distraction-free device specifically made for reading.
  • Now with extended battery life – A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 6 weeks.
  • Now with 16 GB to store thousands of books – Double the storage capacity of the previous generation.
  • Find new stories – With Kindle Unlimited, get unlimited access to over 2 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, and more.
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Take your story with you

Meet Kindle, now with an upgraded high-resolution display, 2x the storage, USB-C charging, and longer battery life. The built-in adjustable front light, and the newly added dark mode feature, lets you read comfortably indoors and outdoors any time of the day.

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Enhance your reading

Enjoy sharper text and images. The upgraded 300 ppi high-resolution glare-free display features more than 3x as many pixels as the previous generation.

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Read comfortably in any environment

The glare-free display reads like real paper, even in direct sunlight. Adjust the front-lit display, and now with dark mode easily invert text color for a more comfortable reading experience, day and night.

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Distraction-free reading

With no interruptions from messages, emails, and social media, you can lose yourself in the story.

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Read for longer

Now with extended battery life. A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 6 weeks. Battery life may vary depending on use.

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Massive Selection

Finding new stories has never been easier with Kindle. With Kindle Unlimited, get unlimited access to over 2 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, and more. Prime members have access to a rotating catalog of E-books, audiobooks, magazines and comics with Prime Reading. Enjoy access to Kindle Exclusive titles you won’t find anywhere else. And if you have young readers in your household, you can set up a Kids profile and get unlimited access to a curated library of kid-friendly books with an Amazon Kids+ subscription, starting at $4.99/month.

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Our covers are designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle, thin and lightweight design allows for hours of comfortable reading. They automatically put your Kindle to sleep when closed and wake upon opening, making it easy to get back to your story. Shop Kindle accessories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How is the screen on a Kindle different from a tablet?

Our Kindle devices are designed so you can read comfortably for hours. Kindle has a unique black and white glare-free display that reads like paper even in bright sunlight and enables weeks of battery life. With the display’s distinctive nature, slight shadows of previous text or images can sometimes remain visible on the screen. The display quickly refreshes occasionally to remove these shadows and ensure a high-quality optical experience.

2. Do I need to be a Kindle Unlimited member to read on a Kindle?

No. You do not need a Kindle Unlimited membership to read on a Kindle. All Kindle devices come with instant access to the world’s best eBook store. Kindle Stores worldwide offer millions of titles, including the latest best sellers.

3. How do I setup this Kindle?

You have the option to set up Kindle on the device following its on-screen instructions or with your Kindle app on your phone. When setting up using the phone, just open the Kindle app and enable Simple Setup in settings before you power on your Kindle. If you opted in to link Kindle to your Amazon account for simplified setup at purchase, it will already be registered to you.

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75% post-consumer recycled plastics in Black device
30% post-consumer recycled plastics in Denim device
90% recycled magnesium in device

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Device Packaging

This device’s packaging is 100% recyclable.

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Display

Amazon's 6” display with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale.

Size

6.2” x 4.3” x 0.32” (157.8 x 108.6 x 8.0 mm). Size represents total device measurements.

Weight

5.56 oz (158 g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.

System Requirements

None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content.

On-Device Storage

16 GB; holds thousands of books.

Cloud Storage

Free cloud storage for all Amazon content.

Battery Life

A single charge lasts up to six (6) weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. Battery life may vary depending on use. Audible audiobook streaming over Bluetooth will reduce battery life.

Charge Time

Fully charges in approximately 4 hours from a computer via USB cable; Fully charges in approximately 2 hours with a 9W USB power adapter.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks.

Accessibility Features

VoiceView screen reader, available over Bluetooth audio, provides spoken feedback allowing you to navigate your device and read books with text-to-speech (available in English only). Kindle also includes the ability to invert Black and White, adjust font size, font face, line spacing and margins. Learn more about Accessibility for Kindle.

Content Formats Supported

Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; PDF, DOCX, DOC, HTML, EPUB, TXT, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion; Audible audio format (AAX). Learn more about supported file types for personal documents.

Documentation

Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide.

Warranty and Service

1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year or 3-year Extended Warranty available for U.S customers sold separately. Use of Kindle is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use and the terms found here.

Included in the Box

Kindle, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide.

Generation

Kindle (11th Generation) - 2022 release.

Software Security Updates

This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Kindle, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

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Customers find the Kindle easy to read, particularly outside on sunny days, and appreciate its perfect fit for those with smaller hands. The device is lightweight and easy to carry around, with a battery that lasts a long time. They like the brightness settings, which can be adjusted for dark rooms, and consider it one of the best devices ever invented. While some customers say it works very well, others report it stops working properly, and opinions on value for money are mixed.

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1,332 customers mention "Readability"1,132 positive200 negative

Customers find the Kindle easy to read, particularly in both dark and bright conditions, and report being able to use it all week without issues. They appreciate its note-taking capabilities.

"...No more lugging around heavy books! The screen is crisp and easy on the eyes, making it feel just like reading a real page...." Read more

"...The set up with Amazon was flawless and very fast and easy. My whole library showed up with no problems...." Read more

"...More to the point, I can hide my phone under a cat and read books for hours and hours. That might not be your idea of an ideal afternoon...." Read more

"...The battery in this little thing is great, and you can read for a entire day and still be at 70%. The pages "turning" doesn't take me out of it...." Read more

1,210 customers mention "Size"976 positive234 negative

Customers appreciate the Kindle's size, noting that it is perfect for those with smaller hands and fits nicely in their hand while reading.

"...It’s lightweight, compact, and incredibly comfortable to hold for long reading sessions...." Read more

"...kindle as a basic has just about everything I could wish for, namely in size and portability and clarity and contrast of text." Read more

"...The storage is great. I am happy with the lighting, font, size, and other customization options while reading. I love the size as well...." Read more

"...Aside from those two irritants, it's a good product. It's compact, easy to carry, with very readable font and theme choices...." Read more

1,044 customers mention "Lightweight"1,007 positive37 negative

Customers appreciate the Kindle's lightweight design, noting that it fits easily in bags and is convenient to carry around.

"I cannot say enough great things about this Amazon Kindle! It’s lightweight, compact, and incredibly comfortable to hold for long reading sessions...." Read more

"...the text pops out from the screen and is a joy to hold, feeling even lighter and more portable than the Voyage...." Read more

"...My whole library showed up with no problems. It is super lightweight and I was able to purchase a really nice cover at a much cheaper price..." Read more

"...is, and you know who you are, this Kindle is pretty inexpensive and much lighter and easier to carry than tablets or physical books...." Read more

713 customers mention "Battery life"568 positive145 negative

Customers are satisfied with the Kindle's battery life, noting it lasts a long time and holds up well, with one customer mentioning it survived multiple falls without any issues.

"...The battery life is unbelievable—I go weeks without needing to charge it, even though I use it every single day...." Read more

"...The battery in this little thing is great, and you can read for a entire day and still be at 70%. The pages "turning" doesn't take me out of it...." Read more

"...The battery life is long enough so that even with constant reading you only have to recharge once or twice a week..." Read more

"...The Kindle keeps a charge for several days and charges quickly. I bought the ad free version, and I think that was a good decision for me...." Read more

477 customers mention "Brightness"442 positive35 negative

Customers appreciate the Kindle's brightness features, which can be adjusted for dark rooms and includes dark and light modes, making it easy on the eyes.

"...The adjustable front light makes it perfect for reading in any lighting condition, whether I’m outside in the sun or reading in bed at night...." Read more

"...I like the Dark Mode for night time reading better than the nighttime screen on my previous Oasis...." Read more

"...And as with all Kindles, you can adjust the type size and font so that reading is comfortable for you - I love paper books, I really do, but I need..." Read more

"...The storage is great. I am happy with the lighting, font, size, and other customization options while reading. I love the size as well...." Read more

324 customers mention "E-reader quality"324 positive0 negative

Customers praise the Kindle's quality, describing it as the best device ever invented, with one customer noting it performs as well as their pricier Paperwhite model.

"...I love the size as well. It feels like you are holding a adorable tiny square novel. Despite the size, its not hard at all to read on...." Read more

"...screen be the cover of the current book I'm reading, which is extremely endearing...." Read more

"...In conclusion, this is my new, preferred Kindle. My Kindle collection will now consiste of 3 of these, plus the larger Paperwhite I call "Skippy"." Read more

"...The Kindle is a marvelous invention that got me reading again and reading 3-4 times as much as I ever did with paper books...." Read more

580 customers mention "Value for money"405 positive175 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the Kindle's value for money, with some finding it worth the price and considering it a good investment for book lovers, while others note its lesser readability compared to other models.

"...Additional sidenote: the kindle covers to this unit are reasonably priced and the blue cover matches the denim unit perfectly...." Read more

"...lightweight and I was able to purchase a really nice cover at a much cheaper price (<$10) than the cover for my previous Oasis...." Read more

"...It’s easy to use and navigate. No books read yet but the lightweight and design and quality are good so far." Read more

"...If it is, and you know who you are, this Kindle is pretty inexpensive and much lighter and easier to carry than tablets or physical books...." Read more

379 customers mention "Functionality"228 positive151 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the Kindle's functionality, with some reporting excellent performance while others find it completely useless.

"...The bluetooth works well, but is kinda a pain to turn up or down...." Read more

"...It's limited in its other functions - and that's exactly what makes it ideal...." Read more

"...Yes, the cell phone tether works. No, that’s not as convenient as built-in cellular...." Read more

"...Overall, it works great in the sense that it is fast to respond in comparison to many other kindle devices and it is easy to hold and use...." Read more

Pocket Sized Portal to Other Worlds
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Pocket Sized Portal to Other Worlds
This review is for the 6” Kindle Basic from 2022. This is the first kindle/ereader/eink device I’ve ever owned. I was skeptical at first, as I’ve typically been a die hard physical book reader. Growing up in the late 80’s, early 90’s, physical books were all that existed, so it would stand to reason I would have gazed upon ereaders with a bit of haughtiness. Besides, I have a smartphone, and after having tried reading via the kindle app and disliking it, I had sworn off ebooks for good, or so I thought. However, after taking the plunge and gazing upon the sharp text on the grey eink screen and seeing how closely it resembles an actual paper page, my skepticism soon turned to delight. Reading on a dedicated e-ink screen is vastly different from reading on a phone. If I’d have known that sooner, I may have been an ebook convert long ago. The refresh rate of a kindle screen is far slower than that of a smartphone, pc, or tablet, with evidence potentially pointing to this, and the blue-light factor, as being a couple of reasons people get headaches after staring at these screens for awhile. The lights of the kindle screen point inward towards the text, rather than coming from behind the screen as on a smartphone, this means that, when reading at night, it’s far less bright and easier on the eyes. I’m now obsessed with this device, I’ve only had it a few weeks, but in that time I’ve either been reading it, or loading books onto it. Kindle is a supremely apt name because this 6” pocket sized portal to another world has rekindled the intense reading passion of my youth, to the point I’m looking up and reading public domain classics I barely glanced at in the past. I’ve now installed over 91 books onto the device, and with 16 gigs of memory, it seems I’ll likely have room for more books than I could read in the rest of my lifetime. The height of the device is actually slightly shorter than that of my iPhone 11 Pro Max, but about an inch wider. This means I can easily slip the device in and out of my pocket, though it takes up basically the entire width of whatever pocket in goes in, pantswise. I’ve got a flip cover case on the way in order to protect the screen, as eink screens and cells are more fragile than phone screens, and I also like the idea of waking and sleeping the screen just with the flap, rather than the annoyingly placed sleep button. Overall, if anyone is debating on whether or not to pick up one of these, or whether you’ll like it as opposed to physical books, debate no more! If you’re a reader, or thinking about getting into reading, or you struggle with storing or carrying your books places, this is the device for you. Making the transition to reading on an eink screen is easier than you think, and the storage space and small form factor will leave you never wanting for any books in your collection when you travel, ever again. So just pull the trigger and get it already!
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  • Jessica Crawford
    5.0 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Amazing – I Use It Every Day!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
    Color: BlackOption: Without Kindle UnlimitedOffer Type: Without Lockscreen AdsVerified Purchase
    I cannot say enough great things about this Amazon Kindle! It’s lightweight, compact, and incredibly comfortable to hold for long reading sessions. The adjustable front light makes it perfect for reading in any lighting condition, whether I’m outside in the sun or reading in bed at night.

    The battery life is unbelievable—I go weeks without needing to charge it, even though I use it every single day. With 16GB of storage, I can carry my entire library with me wherever I go. No more lugging around heavy books! The screen is crisp and easy on the eyes, making it feel just like reading a real page.

    If you love reading, this Kindle is an absolute game-changer. It’s perfect for travel, commuting, or just relaxing at home. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing e-reader! 📖✨
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  • Arthurian Tapestry
    5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly, this is the best kindle for me!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2023
    Color: BlackOption: Without Kindle UnlimitedOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedVerified Purchase
    Just when the trend is going to bigger screens like the kindle scribe, I find myself leaning towards portability. In short, being able to carry my library literally in my pocket.

    I’ve had several iterations of the e-ink kindles over the years, my least favorite being the popular paperwhite with which I’ve always encountered quality control issues and have always duly returned.

    My favorite e-ink device for years was the kindle touch 4rth generation which looked better than any of the paperwhites I’ve ever come across with a rich text that made it pleasant to read, even though it has only 167 ppi. The Voyage with increased ppi replaced this, and I must confess that this had the best and richest contrast of a screen I’ve experienced ever. The Voyage truly makes look the paperwhites and some of the Oasis’ (not all) look blurry in comparison.

    But with kindle basic, the richness of the text pops out from the screen and is a joy to hold, feeling even lighter and more portable than the Voyage. I hope amazon always keeps these nice smaller and lighter units, even if the device has to sacrifice the page turn buttons to do so.

    I chose the denim, and truly love it. This reader seems to capture the best features of my previous kindles in terms of screen quality and size and portability.

    I suspect that the rich screen contrast of this basic kindle is due in no small part to the lack of the waterproofing which adds another layer between the eye and the text (from what I have gathered in the forums).

    Also, there is less lighting on this kindle. Personally, I would not have minded if they had done away built in light altogether and made a lighted case like they did with kindle touch. I did a comparison of the kindle touch with lighted cover alongside this kindle and the oasis with the warm light, and the kindle touch beat them all with maintaining clarity and crispness of of text. I don’t use the light much on the kindle, as I never seem to get the setting where I enjoy the clarity of the text. Using a reading light, like the ones you clip on a book, are much better imo. Thus, I don’t miss the warm light of the Oasis.

    Suggestions to improve this kindle: Add the animated page turns, maybe a way to vertically scroll on the pages. I would also love a kindle home button like the kindle touch. But that’s it really.

    Sidenote: In regard to waterproofing. Over the years, I’ve taken my non waterproof Voyage everywhere from beaches to swimming pools, and never experienced trouble, so if waterproofing really takes away from the quality of the screen, let the Oasis or paperwhite keep that market.

    Additional sidenote: the kindle covers to this unit are reasonably priced and the blue cover matches the denim unit perfectly.

    This kindle as a basic has just about everything I could wish for, namely in size and portability and clarity and contrast of text.
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    Arthurian Tapestry
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Surprisingly, this is the best kindle for me!!!

    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2023
    Just when the trend is going to bigger screens like the kindle scribe, I find myself leaning towards portability. In short, being able to carry my library literally in my pocket.

    I’ve had several iterations of the e-ink kindles over the years, my least favorite being the popular paperwhite with which I’ve always encountered quality control issues and have always duly returned.

    My favorite e-ink device for years was the kindle touch 4rth generation which looked better than any of the paperwhites I’ve ever come across with a rich text that made it pleasant to read, even though it has only 167 ppi. The Voyage with increased ppi replaced this, and I must confess that this had the best and richest contrast of a screen I’ve experienced ever. The Voyage truly makes look the paperwhites and some of the Oasis’ (not all) look blurry in comparison.

    But with kindle basic, the richness of the text pops out from the screen and is a joy to hold, feeling even lighter and more portable than the Voyage. I hope amazon always keeps these nice smaller and lighter units, even if the device has to sacrifice the page turn buttons to do so.

    I chose the denim, and truly love it. This reader seems to capture the best features of my previous kindles in terms of screen quality and size and portability.

    I suspect that the rich screen contrast of this basic kindle is due in no small part to the lack of the waterproofing which adds another layer between the eye and the text (from what I have gathered in the forums).

    Also, there is less lighting on this kindle. Personally, I would not have minded if they had done away built in light altogether and made a lighted case like they did with kindle touch. I did a comparison of the kindle touch with lighted cover alongside this kindle and the oasis with the warm light, and the kindle touch beat them all with maintaining clarity and crispness of of text. I don’t use the light much on the kindle, as I never seem to get the setting where I enjoy the clarity of the text. Using a reading light, like the ones you clip on a book, are much better imo. Thus, I don’t miss the warm light of the Oasis.

    Suggestions to improve this kindle: Add the animated page turns, maybe a way to vertically scroll on the pages. I would also love a kindle home button like the kindle touch. But that’s it really.

    Sidenote: In regard to waterproofing. Over the years, I’ve taken my non waterproof Voyage everywhere from beaches to swimming pools, and never experienced trouble, so if waterproofing really takes away from the quality of the screen, let the Oasis or paperwhite keep that market.

    Additional sidenote: the kindle covers to this unit are reasonably priced and the blue cover matches the denim unit perfectly.

    This kindle as a basic has just about everything I could wish for, namely in size and portability and clarity and contrast of text.
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  • Hazard Area
    5.0 out of 5 stars Revised review - My opinion of it is vastly improved
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023
    Color: DenimOption: Without Kindle UnlimitedOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedVerified Purchase
    Now that I've had it for more than a month, I've come to like it much more. Here's why:

    The set up with Amazon was flawless and very fast and easy. My whole library showed up with no problems. It is super lightweight and I was able to purchase a really nice cover at a much cheaper price (<$10) than the cover for my previous Oasis. I like the Dark Mode for night time reading better than the nighttime screen on my previous Oasis. I find I don't miss the page turner button at all now. And now that I've gotten used to turning pages, there is no problem with multiple pages or skipping ahead. There are plenty of fonts to choose from. Unlike the battery life in my old Oasis, which I had to charge almost daily, this one really last for a week or more on a single charge and I read a lot every day. (I do keep the airplane mode on and the wifi off to preserve battery life, except when I'm downloading a new book.) In fact, I'll never purchase another Oasis for nearly $300 when this basic Kindle for a little over $100 is just as good. So I'm bumping my rating from a 3 to a 5.

    I do still think Amazon should make the battery accessible for replacement; not doing so makes their climate pledge hypocritical, and the fact that the battery on previous models was replaceable, but is not now, and they pretty much keep this a secret is typically nefarious.
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    My original review after receiving it in Sept 2023 was "Pretty Good - meh" Rating: 3
    1. The battery life is certainly much improved over previous models/generations. I read a lot and don't have to recharge for a week or two. With my previous Oasis 10th generation, had to charge daily.

    2. All features are adequate.

    3. When turning p ages, it sometimes turns more than one page; not always.

    4. Amazon's "Climate Pledge Friendly Products with trusted sustainability certification" is a joke. All the Kindles currently available have been designed so that the back cannot be removed to replace the battery when the time comes that it can no longer hold a charge. Earlier versions had back designed to be removed and batteries were available from 3rd party vendors to extend the life of the device. But no more. Now that would have been climate friendly. But instead, Amazon has built in obsolescence by making battery replacement impossible. No, Amazon can't even replace them, nor can a repair shop. So since the max life expectancy of a battery is up to 3 years, I will be buying the cheapest kindle available; no more Oasis models for me. It seems awful greedy of Amazon to make this change wee we will all have to purchases a new Kindle every few years rather than just replace a battery.
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