Many Kindle readers are also waterproof up to 2 meters, meaning you can take your e-reader to the beach or pool and not have to worry about splashes and spray ruining your tablet. And with anti-glare screens and auto-adjusting backlights, it’s easier than ever to read your favorite books in direct sunlight. So which Kindle is right for you? I gathered a list of the five best Kindle readers available to buy right now. I broke down their features and price points to help you decide which is the best fit for both your reading needs and budget. Keep reading below to find the perfect Kindle for you. See Also: The 4 best iPads models right now The Kindle Paperwhite is a simple, no-fuss e-reader that allows you to download and store thousands of comics, novels, and audiobooks to enjoy at home or on-the-go. The 6.8 inch display provides 300 points-per-inch for crystal clear text, and the glare-free coating makes reading easier in direct lamp or sunlight. The integrated battery can last up to 10 weeks on a full charge, letting you read for almost two months straight before you need to think about plugging in; and when you do need to recharge, it uses a USB-C cable, so you don’t have to worry about keeping a special charging cable handy. The Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof up to 2 meters for one hour in freshwater or .25 meters for three minutes in saltwater, meaning you won’t have to worry about spills and splashes while reading at the beach, by the pool, or at the dinner table. And with the Kindle Unlimited app, you can browse hundreds of thousands of titles, including Kindle exclusives. And if you prefer your e-reader to be eco-friendly, the Kindle Paperwhite is made of 60 percent post-consumer materials, including magnesium, to keep electronic and plastic waste out of landfills and oceans. With Alexa built-in, you can use voice commands to launch apps, play music, and even make video calls to friends and family; which is a great way to keep in touch with your book club or reading circle in a post-Covid world. Or you can switch Alexa off to prevent misuse of your Fire 7’s camera and microphones to gather information on you and your family. For customers who are willing to spend a bit more to get more features, the Kindle Oasis is an excellent option. The chassis features an ergonomic design that is more comfortable to hold and easier to use with its integrated page-turning buttons. The screen has an adjustable, warm backlight for reading in both dim rooms and direct sunlight as well as to reduce eye strain. It also uses built-in sensors to automatically adjust screen brightness and light temperature depending on your environment, or you can actually schedule screen lighting changes based on typical use times for different members of your family. The chassis is waterproof, able to be submerged up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) for up to an hour in freshwater or .25 meters for three minutes in saltwater. And while it doesn’t have a regular headphone jack, the Kindle Oasis does support Bluetooth connectivity, so you can use wireless headphones and speakers to listen to audiobooks or the screen reader function. And if you need to download a few last-minute titles in the airport lounge while you wait for your flight, the Kindle Oasis supports WEP and WPA2 WiFi security to protect your connection. The best part of having an e-reader is being able to take dozens, if not hundreds, of books with you while you travel for work, family gatherings, or vacations. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is built with travel in mind. It supports both USB-C and Qi wireless charging, so you don’t have to keep a special charging cable for a single device; and the internal battery can last up to 10 weeks on a full charge, so if you forget your charging cable, you still can enjoy your summer reading on the beach. It even has a screen reader function for blind and visually impaired users and Bluetooth headset support for audiobooks. If you have a child who loves to read, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids is the perfect e-reader for him or her. The 6.8-inch display features a warm, adjustable backlight that’s easier on the eyes and better for reading in both direct light and dark rooms. Parents can set up screen time limits as well as other parental controls like limits on content type to keep your little ones from accessing books, comics, and audiobooks that may not be age appropriate. The Kindle Paperwhite Kids doesn’t have the ability to download or use apps like YouTube, so your children won’t be distracted from their reading by games and videos. The Kindle Paperwhite Kids is waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about spills and splashes ruining the tablet. And if your child is dyslexic, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids works with OpenDyslexic, a font that is easier for some readers with dyslexia to understand. Of course, longer titles like War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy will have a larger file size than something like F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. If you like longer reads, you’ll probably store fewer books, though you should still be able to download and store thousands of titles. You even can download audiobooks from the Kindle app, though the audio files are quite large. Which means that a 32GB Kindle only will hold about 150 audiobooks, depending on the length of the recording. And it’s not just iPads. Samsung, Lenovo, and other tablet makers allow you to download the Kindle app to so you can take your digital library with you. You also can find thousands of titles for very low prices, sometimes as low as 99 cents. However, these are often self-published works. And while self-publishing is a great way for writers to get their work in the hands of readers without going through literary agents and publishing houses, it also means that sometimes the work isn’t entirely up to snuff. So if you’re tempted to buy that ultra-low priced title, make sure you read reviews first so you don’t end up buying something you won’t like.
