Which Kindle should you buy? A full guide to all 8 options
From the Kindle Scribe to the Colorsoft, here's what to know before you shop.
If you're in the market for a new Kindle ahead of cozy season or the release of the new Sarah Moss novel, there are more options to choose from than you might realize.
Amazon's current Kindle lineup includes a total of eight different models, ranging from the original compact e-reader for under $150 to larger devices like tablets that let you read, write and take notes.
Here's what you need to know about each one before deciding which Kindle is right for you.
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Kindle
The classic Kindle is the most straightforward and affordable option. It's compact and lightweight with a 6-inch glare-free display, 16GB of storage and a front light, making it a great choice for anyone on a budget.
Kindle Paperwhite
For frequent readers, the Paperwhite offers some worthwhile upgrades. It has a larger 7-inch display, adjustable warm light, a waterproof design and up to 12 weeks of battery life.
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
The Signature Edition takes everything shoppers love about the Paperwhite and adds a few premium features. For example, it comes with 32GB of storage, an auto-adjusting front light and wireless charging for a more elevated experience.
Kindle Colorsoft
The Colorsoft features a 7-inch color display that makes book covers, illustrations and highlights pop.
Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition
The Colorsoft Signature Edition combines the color display with some of Amazon's premium Kindle features. It offers 32GB of storage, an auto-adjusting front light and wireless charging.
Kindle Scribe without a front light
This version of the Kindle Scribe is designed for shoppers who want a larger screen and writing capabilities without paying for every extra feature. It has an 11-inch display and comes with a pen for writing, note taking and working with documents.
Kindle Scribe
For readers who also love to write things down, the Kindle Scribe doubles as a digital notebook. This version includes a premium pen to write in notebooks, documents and books.
Kindle Scribe Colorsoft
The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is the most feature-packed option of the bunch. Its large 11-inch color display lets you read, write, annotate documents and highlight in color, making it a good fit for someone looking for more than a traditional e-reader. There is also a kids version as well.