AmazonKindle 16 GB (newest model) - Lightest and most compact Kindle, now with faster page turns, and higher contrast ratio, for an enhanced reading experience - Matcha

Kindle vs Boox PalmaLove this thing!The 2024 Kindle Basic is probably the best e-reader you can get *at this price*. but to be honest, if I bought it again, I'd probably spend an extra $45 for the Kindle paperwhite.The battery life is incredible—I easily get 50 days between charges, which blows my mind. It’s lightweight, easy to read on, and does the job well if you just want a simple, reliable reading device.That said, I do wish it had a blue light filter for nighttime reading, and after using my Boox Palma 1, I realize how limited the Kindle is in terms of customization. I use the Boox way more because of how flexible it is.If you’re just looking for the basics and unbeatable battery life and reliability, this is the one. But if you want more control over your reading experience, definitely look into Boox Palma 1 or the Kindle Paperwhite for the blue light filter.

I’m absolutely loving my green Kindle Basic! The color is a beautiful, earthy green that stands out just enough without being flashy. It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and super comfortable to hold for long reading sessions.The screen is crisp and glare-free, even in bright sunlight, and the adjustable front light makes it perfect for reading at night. It’s a no-fuss device that focuses purely on reading—no distractions, just books.Battery life is amazing, and the interface is super easy to use. If you’re looking for an affordable, reliable e-reader with a sleek design, this one’s a winner. The green is such a refreshing change from the usual black or white. Highly recommend!

Finally took the plunge to update my kindle. My kindle was an old one from 2019, I read from it everyday since I got it and it didn’t even have night mode. Finally realizing that mine is past its time, not that it didn’t work but due to needing the night vision recently I decided to see about kindles. I was between the color and this one but this one won. The price was great, the dark mode was key and the color of the kindle (matcha) is amazing. I love the kindle and the fact that it’s also super fast and it seems so far to have a long lasting battery. It’s worth it and comfy to hold. A great buy.

I have to admit I was not sure I would be OK with a small screen. My husband reads his Kindle books on his phone and I just can’t. So I thought this was getting very close and had trepidation. However given the price point, I really wanted to give this newest Kindle a try for two reasons. Arthritis in my hands and travel.I use a mini iPad for most all of my Kindle reading, primarily because I love the page turning feature and like the option of being able to jump to other options—messaging or the Amazon app etc. if I just quickly want to, while reading. Also because I love full color for home page and certain art books and other selected books.However, while small, it is a bit heavy.This new Kindle is just right and light. I love it. I can put this in my purse and it’s not going to weigh it down. Something very important to me as well. It’s so slender too. I would get that clear cover though, that helps with the grip, and does not add to the thickness.The screen is so crisp. I am a 67 year old who has had cataract surgery but still have floaters.So the screen, brightness, crispness and the ability to comfortably hold the device is important to me. Knocked all of those out of the park as well. I can hold this thing for hours and even with arthritic hands not feel pain. I don’t need to rest it on anything while reading and that’s a game changer.I am of course aware I can change the font, but I didn’t want a screen so small I’d have to make the font so large I’d get only a paragraph per page. I find that this size is like a better, brighter paperback book where I can slightly tweak the font to perfection giving me that book experience which also is important to me.Page turning is instant. Perfect.Battery is a workhorse. Best yet. Hours later still at 90% which I have NEVER had on any device using it even with moderate use.The photo shows the size of my mini iPad on the left. So while the size difference isn’t that much, the weight is.I own other much older Kindles. A Kindle Fire. An IPad. And various other electronics including other digital readers I really like. For travel. For going to a Dr.’s appointment, for just taking this with, hands down, this is the best. I LOVE it and didn’t think I would so much! I love it so much I’m using it more and more around the house even though I prefer full-color on my home page and the page animation!