I was so hesitant to buy myself a Kindle. I haven’t been in the habit of reading often, so I wasn’t sure if it would be worth it. Let me tell you, this thing has made a change in my life! Now, I use it every single night before I sleep, replacing my habit of phone games or scrolling social media.
The screen truly does make such a big difference from reading on a phone. Even with the “proper” settings, my phone feels much harsher on my eyes and to my brain. The Kindle screen is wonderful for nighttime reading, and has adjustability in the display. The quality is phenomenal, I couldn’t believe how vivid the picture looked with the type of screen it has. Even the screensaver looks so dimensional it’s shocking! My boyfriend asked “how’d you do that?” and I had to explain that’s just what it does! Although I love the idea of collecting hard-copy books, this device is way more convenient and makes reading what it should be - easy and peaceful. I don’t have to worry about a light or holding the pages or moving the book or my body around to feel comfortable in my hands. I also love the size and how lightweight it is, it’s so portable and even fits in my small crossbody bag or my nursing scrub pocket! I can bring this thing anywhere with me!
My only complaint is that it’s a bit slow in reaction to touch. I’m also still getting used to tapping in the right spots to designate whether I flip forward or back a page, but that’s just a small learning curve on my part.
Overall, this has been beyond worth the investment and giving all that it does, I’m amazed at the price I paid for it.
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Sustainability features
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See the difference. Literally.
Meet the lightest and most compact Kindle, now with enhanced display features
and faster page turns. The front light is 25% brighter at max setting, now as bright as
Kindle Paperwhite. With the adjustable front light and dark mode, read effortlessly
any time of day on the 6” glare-free 300 ppi display.
Read in comfort,
day or night
Read anytime, anywhere with the lightest and most compact Kindle. Adjust the front-lit display, or use dark mode to invert
text color.
Reader, uninterrupted
With no interruptions from messages, emails, and social media, you can lose yourself in the story.
More chapters.
Less charging.
Get plenty of reading time between charges. A single charge via USB-C
lasts up to 6 weeks. Battery life may vary depending on use.
Massive selection
Finding new stories has never been easier. The Kindle Store offers easy access to an unmatched library of content with bestsellers, more than 15 million titles worldwide, and Kindle Exclusives you won’t find anywhere else.
Prime members can read from a selection of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, comics, and manga included with their Prime membership.
Access over 4 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, magazines, and more with a Kindle Unlimited subscription.
Set up a Kids profile for unlimited access to a curated, kid-friendly library for young readers with an Amazon Kids+ subscription.
Reactive cover
Our thin and lightweight covers allow for hours of comfortable reading. They put your Kindle to sleep when closed and wake it upon opening, so you can resume reading where you left off.
Form-fitting cover
Slim, form-fitting covers designed for a perfect Kindle fit.
Fold back for one-handed reading.
Clear protection
Soft, clear edges help protect your glass screen
from bumps and scratches.
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.
Every day is an earth day
We considered sustainability in the design of this Kindle device. Here’s how:
Materials
75% post-consumer recycled plastics.
90% recycled magnesium in device.
Device Packaging
This device’s packaging is 100% recyclable.
Fulfillment center packaging not included.
Part with Purpose
There may come a time when you want to trade in, or recycle your device. Explore options with Amazon Second Chance.
Compare Kindle e-readers
| Price | From: $109.99 | From: $159.99 | From: $199.99 | From: $279.99 | From: $399.99 |
| Ratings | (3,646) | (5,002) | (2,940) | (2,764) | (733) |
| Display size | 6″ glare-free | 7″ glare-free | 7″ glare-free | 7″ glare-free with color display | 10.2″ glare-free |
| Resolution | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi (black & white), 150 ppi (color) | 300 ppi |
| Storage | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB, 32 GB, or 64 GB |
| Battery life | Up to 6 weeks | Up to 12 weeks | Up to 12 weeks | Up to 8 weeks | Up to 12 weeks |
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| Guaranteed max brightness | 94 nits | 94 nits | 94 nits | 94 nits | 94 nits |
| Writing capability (pen included) | No | No | No | No | Yes. Premium pen included. |
| Color | Black and Matcha | Black, Raspberry and Jade | Metallic Black, Metallic Jade, and Metallic Raspberry | Metallic Black | Tungsten and Metallic Jade |
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Technical Details
Kindle
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Display |
Amazon's 6” display with built-in light, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. |
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Size |
6.2” x 4.3” x 0.32” (157.8 x 108.6 x 8.0 mm). Size represents total device measurements. |
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Weight |
5.56 oz (158 g). Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. |
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System Requirements |
None; fully wireless and doesn't require a computer to download content. |
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On-Device Storage |
16 GB; holds thousands of books. |
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Cloud Storage |
Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Wi-Fi Connectivity |
Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks with support for WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and OWE security using password authentication or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks. |
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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. |
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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. Learn more about supported file types for personal documents. |
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Documentation |
Learn more about Kindle devices with our Quick Start Guide and Kindle User Guide. |
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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. |
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Included in the Box |
Kindle, USB-C charging cable and Quick Start Guide. |
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Generation |
Kindle (11th Generation) - 2024 release. |
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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. |
Forget the Paperwhite, Signature Edition etc. THIS is the Kindle you want.
What *should* an e-reader be? In my opinion, very different from a phone or tablet. Using an e-reader should evoke cozy feelings. No distractions, no “hostile” materials that make phones and tablets arguably feel more “premium”, nothing to get between you and your books.This is the fourth Kindle device I’ve owned. Prior to this, I was a not-so-proud owner of a 2nd generation Kindle Oasis from 2017. I was really impressed by the 1st gen model. It was a perfect e-reader. Impossibly thin and light, detachable from the included case that came with extra battery. I avoided buying it, then blindly jumped on its successor. Unfortunately, it was terribly designed and got me reading less over the years. It may have *felt* premium to the designers, but it felt like the opposite of a book. It used IMO hostile materials like cold metal on the back, with sharp edges that left indentations in my fingers after reading for a while. I liked the hardware buttons, but they weren’t enough.Most importantly, the Oasis gen 2 was a tad too heavy to hold up when reading in bed, at almost 200 grams. And it was intentionally shaped to be held one-handed. Although it was designed with the asymmetrical weight balance to make it feel lighter, it still felt too cumbersome to me.Anyway, enough reviewing my last Kindle.For a while, on and off, I looked for a worthy successor, but the Paperwhite models of subsequent years were just as heavy or even heavier. I decided that there wasn’t a Kindle model that was really made for me.Then I got THIS one, and it changed everything. I’ve had it for a few weeks now. I had never truly considered the base model as an option because they didn’t have the front-lit screens years ago.THE GOOD- Truly lightweight at 158 grams. Thank you for designing an e-reader that’s not a chore to pick up and read for long periods of time, even one-handed.- Great materials. Light plastic, doesn’t get too cold to the touch. The matte finish almost makes the front *and* back feel like paper.- Power button is nice and clicky, easy to press, and I’ve never pressed it accidentally.- Comes in a not-boring color (matcha). I’m not *really* into the color, but I’m definitely not into the ubiquitous black electronics aesthetic. I wish there was a white version, but the matcha is fun.- Very performant. Just browsing around the OS is leaps and bounds ahead of the 2017 model. Page flips are so quick, a couple of times I’ve missed the flip transition while simply moving my eyes from the bottom right corner to the top left. As long as future updates don’t make it slower, this will never get old.- Kindle branding is subtle and classy. In some lighting conditions, you can barely see it head-on.- USB-C is a great upgrade from the 2017 model.- Lower price is a bonus. I didn’t buy it for the low price. I got it for the weight. So it’s a win-win.THE NOT SO GOOD- No warm lighting. I get why this is. They want to keep some features exclusive to the higher-end models. But I don’t consider this a low-end model. It’s the compact, lightweight Kindle. I wish there was a small Kindle with premium features. This base model was so close, but not quite there. Even today, while I love this thing, there isn’t a Kindle truly made for me.- BEWARE: The back plastic is very easy to scratch. If you don’t put it in a sleeve or case, the lightest hits and knocks against other hard material will immediately scratch it. Scratches are hard to see in the matcha color, but they’re there if the light catches them right. It’s annoying, but I still like the matte feel.- No hardware buttons. Not a dealbreaker for me, but hardware buttons have a side benefit that I really miss from the Oasis - the ability to turn the touchscreen off while reading. I like putting my hands all over the screen for easier holding. The Oasis would allow this, and to re-enable, you’d have to put it to sleep and re-awaken. Obviously, you can’t do that on this model. Can only hold it by the bezels, OR by sliding your finger up or down and holding it there (vs left or right for page flip).- No way to flip landscape mode upside down. There’s no tilt detection in this model, so you’re stuck with defaults. Want to hold this Kindle in landscape with the thicker bezel in your right hand? Nope, no way to achieve that. It’s on the left side. I hope they improve this with an update one day.I love this *only* for the weight and size. This is how all e-readers should feel. I wish there was a premium small and light Kindle with all the bells and whistles, and that would be the truly ideal one for me.
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025Color: BlackOption: Without Kindle UnlimitedOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedVerified Purchase
I was so hesitant to buy myself a Kindle. I haven’t been in the habit of reading often, so I wasn’t sure if it would be worth it. Let me tell you, this thing has made a change in my life! Now, I use it every single night before I sleep, replacing my habit of phone games or scrolling social media.
The screen truly does make such a big difference from reading on a phone. Even with the “proper” settings, my phone feels much harsher on my eyes and to my brain. The Kindle screen is wonderful for nighttime reading, and has adjustability in the display. The quality is phenomenal, I couldn’t believe how vivid the picture looked with the type of screen it has. Even the screensaver looks so dimensional it’s shocking! My boyfriend asked “how’d you do that?” and I had to explain that’s just what it does! Although I love the idea of collecting hard-copy books, this device is way more convenient and makes reading what it should be - easy and peaceful. I don’t have to worry about a light or holding the pages or moving the book or my body around to feel comfortable in my hands. I also love the size and how lightweight it is, it’s so portable and even fits in my small crossbody bag or my nursing scrub pocket! I can bring this thing anywhere with me!
My only complaint is that it’s a bit slow in reaction to touch. I’m also still getting used to tapping in the right spots to designate whether I flip forward or back a page, but that’s just a small learning curve on my part.
Overall, this has been beyond worth the investment and giving all that it does, I’m amazed at the price I paid for it.
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2024Color: MatchaOption: Without Kindle UnlimitedOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024Color: MatchaOption: Without Kindle UnlimitedOffer Type: Lockscreen Ad-SupportedVerified Purchase
