There are lots of Kindle models to choose but which is best for you? We compare all Amazon's eReaders to help you choose the best Kindle.
The Amazon Kindle is considered the best eReader money can buy, and with good reason. But with several different Kindle models at different prices, it’s not easy to decide which model is right for you. Here, we explain the differences between Kindles so you buy the best one.
The relative affordability (of some models) and easy-to-use nature, coupled with the fact you can carry thousands of books on one device, means eReaders are an attractive purchase for many, though for some people their phone or tablet screen does just as well, and Amazon’s Kindle app is available on just about every device.
Today there are now six different Kindles available direct from Amazon. In this article, we break down the models – Kindle, various Paperwhites, Kids, and Oasis – to explain the differences between them, and why some cost a lot more than others.
The last releases came in 2021 with the introduction of the new Paperwhite Kids, regular Paperwhite as well as a Paperwhite Signature Edition.
As well as getting the device on its own, Amazon sells bundles so you can save a bit of money if you’re going to want a case and charger.
1. Kindle Paperwhite (2021)
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- Larger display with colour warmth
- Longer battery life
- USB-C
Cons
- Small price rise
The latest entry in the Paperwhite series remains the sweet spot of the Kindle range.
Amazon’s popular eReader now has a larger 6.8in that has the adjustable warmth previously reserved for the Oasis model. Battery life is also improved and the move to USB-C has finally arrived.
There’s very little to dislike here unless you really need physical page turn buttons. The slightly higher price might put some off so look to the 2018 Paperwhite while it’s still on sale if you need something cheaper.
Read our full Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2021) review
2. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2021)
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- Great display
- Stellar battery life
- Solid performance
- USB-C and wireless charging
Cons
- Ineffective auto brightness
- Some software inconsistencies
- Expensive
- No 4G model
The Kindle Paperwhite now comes in a new Signature Edition and although it’s cheaper than the Oasis, it has features not even the most expensive Kindle brings to the table.
This mainly consists of USB-C and wireless charging so you can keep it topped up a lot easier, although great battery life means that may not be very often.
It’s also got 32GB of storage if you need a lot of space but is otherwise very similar to the latest regular Paperwhite. If the auto-adjusting sensors worked better it would be in with a shout of topping the chart.
Read our full Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition review
3. Amazon Kindle (2019)
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- Cheap
- Front light
Cons
- No waterproofing
- No mobile data
It’s hard to say whether the Paperwhite or the regular Kindle is the better eReader because they’re both excellent.
The Kindle 2019 offers better value for money and has all the things most people will look for. However, the Kindle Paperwhite has a more premium design and extra features like more storage, mobile data and waterproofing.
You pay extra for them, of course, so it really depends how much you have to spend and whether those extra things matter to you.
For us, they are both the best eReader you can get, just for different reasons.
Read our full Amazon Kindle (2019) review
4. Kindle Paperwhite Kids (2021)
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- Includes case and Kids+ subscription
- Waterproof
- Can be shared with an adult
Cons
- Fire Tablets can be cheaper
- Kids+ subscription lasts just a year
The Paperwhite range now has a kids edition and although it’s more expensive than the regular Kindle Kids Edition, it’s better value thanks to the more impressive set of specs plus still an included case and subscription.
You’ll benefit from waterproofing which could be device saving as well as a bigger screen, flush design, higher resolution and adjustable warm light (with many more LEDs)
Performance is also faster and it’s easy to share the Kindle if you want to use it too. Overall, worth the extra money if you ask us.
Read our full Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids review
5. Amazon Kindle Oasis
- Warm light
- Premium metal design
- Page turn buttons
Cons
- Expensive
- Micro-USB
As you would expect, the Oasis is one of the best Kindles you can buy in terms of the specs and features it offers. We can’t complain too much about the price staying the same and the eReader now having an adjustable warm light.
However, we’d like some more advancements such as USB-C and even a headphone jack. It’s also a shame that Amazon has ditched the magnetic case from the previous Oasis in favour of a full wrap-around design.
With the introduction of the Paperwhite Signature Edition, there’s even less reason to buy the Oasis unless you really want a metal design with dedicated page turn buttons.
6. Amazon Kindle Kids Edition
- 8GB storage
- 1-year of subscriptions
- Accidental damage warranty
Cons
- No waterproofing
A different kind of tablet for kids, the Kindle removes the distractions of apps, games and other stuff and ensures they can focus on reading.
You get a 12-month subscription to Fire for Kids Unlimited / FreeTime Unlimited which includes over 1000 books for kids of various ages. There’s also 8GB of storage which is double the cheapest Kindle.
The selection is not the best it could be, but overall this is a decent package for the money. If you’re not too fussed about those extras then you can save money by just getting the regular Kindle.
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