There’s something pretty special about the tactile experience of holding a physical book, the rustle of pages as you turn them, and the familiar weight of a well-worn volume in your hands.
With the convenience of e-readers like the Kindle, you can carry an entire library in your backpack, briefcase, or purse and never run out of reading material, no matter where you go.
And with features like adjustable font sizes and backlit screens, reading on a Kindle can be a comfortable and customizable experience for any reader. It’s the best of both worlds.
There are also lots of different models to choose from. Here are 5 of my top picks.
1. Kindle
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This Kindle is the most basic eReader model and is perfect for anyone who simply wants a light and compact device with lots of storage. It has a 300 PPI high-resolution display for sharp text and images, so you can see clearly with no glare at any time of the day. A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 6 weeks, so you’ll hardly have to worry about it dying on you.
Plus, it’s very sustainable as it is made with 30-75% recycled plastics and 90% recycled magnesium. At the time of publishing, this product had over 10,000 global ratings, with 82% giving it 5 stars.
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2. Kindle Paperwhite
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This Kindle model is the one that feels closest to holding a physical book. It has a 6.8-inch display and thinner borders, adjustable warm light, up to 10 weeks of battery life, and 20% faster page turns.
It’s also built to withstand accidental immersion in water, so you’re good from the beach to the bath. You can even pair it with an Audible subscription and Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story. At the time of publishing, this product had over 39,000 global reviews, with 85% giving it 5 stars.
3. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
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This model features wireless charging, auto-adjusting front light, and 32 GB storage, so it’s very high-tech. It can last up to 10 weeks on a single charge, and you can store thousands of titles on it.
The Signature Edition has a 6.8-inch glare-free screen and is also waterproof. At the time of publishing, this model had nearly 19,000 global reviews, with 85% giving it 5 stars.
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4. Kindle Oasis
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This is one of the pricier models if you opt for the 8-GB storage option. However, it may be worth the splurge as it has a 7-inch, 300 PPI flush-front paperwhite display. It has an adjustable warm light to shift the screen shade from white to amber, and it reads like real paper with the latest e-ink technology for fast page turns. At the time of publishing, this product had over 15,000 global reviews, with 78% giving it 5 stars.
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5. Kindle Scribe
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This is the best option for those who enjoy reading and writing because the Kindle Scribe features the world’s first 10.2-inch, 300 PPI glare-free paperwhite display and includes a basic pen.
You can handwrite thoughts on sticky notes in your favorite book, and notes are automatically organized by book in one place so that you can browse, review, and export them via email.
You can create notebooks, journals, and lists and use the four brush types to write and sketch on included templates like lined paper, grid paper, checklists, and more. At the time of publishing, this product had over 900 global reviews, with 63% giving it 5 stars.
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Kurt’s key takeaways
The convenience of e-readers like the Kindle allows you to carry an entire library with adjustable font sizes and backlit screens, making reading comfortable, customizable, and sustainable. And if you ever run out of books to read, you can always browse the millions of titles available on Amazon or Goodreads and download them in seconds.
Have you tried any of these Kindle models before? What is your favorite? Or do you have one that you like better? Let us know by commenting below.
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