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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 1331 reviews

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Customers regard the Kindle Paperwhite as a highly portable and user-friendly e-reader with an impressive battery life. They appreciate its lightweight design, adjustable warm light, and screen quality, making it a great choice for comfortable reading. While some users find the navigation a bit challenging and wish for a lower price point, the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Game changer for my reading routine

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently purchased a Kindle e-reader, and I must say, it has been an absolute game-changer for my reading experience. I am delighted to give it a well-deserved five-star review. First and foremost, the Kindle's display is simply outstanding. The high-resolution screen with its e-ink technology creates a reading experience that is remarkably close to reading a physical book. The text is crisp, clear, and easy on the eyes, allowing for hours of comfortable reading without any eye strain. The Kindle's compact and lightweight design is another aspect that impressed me. It's incredibly portable, fitting easily into my bag or even my pocket, which means I can take my entire library with me wherever I go. Whether I'm commuting, traveling, or simply lounging at home, my Kindle is always by my side, ready to transport me into a world of literary adventures. One of the standout features of the Kindle is its extensive library of e-books. The sheer variety and accessibility of titles available for download is astonishing. From bestsellers to classics, there is something for every reader's taste. The ability to browse and purchase books directly from the Kindle store is incredibly convenient, and the books are typically available for instant download, allowing me to dive into a new story within seconds. Another fantastic feature is the Kindle's battery life. It lasts for weeks on a single charge, which means I can enjoy uninterrupted reading without worrying about constantly recharging. This exceptional battery performance has truly exceeded my expectations. The Kindle's user interface is intuitive and user-friendly. Navigating through my library, adjusting font sizes, and highlighting passages for future reference are all incredibly easy tasks. The seamless synchronization across devices ensures that I never lose my place, no matter whether I'm reading on my Kindle device, smartphone, or tablet. Lastly, I must commend the Kindle's built-in dictionary and vocabulary builder. It allows me to instantly look up definitions of unfamiliar words while reading, expanding my knowledge and enhancing my reading comprehension. In conclusion, my Kindle e-reader has provided me with an exceptional reading experience. Its exceptional display, portability, extensive library, long battery life, intuitive interface, and valuable reading features have made it an invaluable companion in my literary journey. I wholeheartedly recommend the Kindle to all book lovers, as it truly offers a five-star reading experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Light weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have for avid readers

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have had mine paperwhite for over a year and still obsessed. Battery life is great, speed is great and I love that I can change the warmth to not strain my eyes. Buying one for my son who is slowly turning into avid reader.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Light weight, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy for travel

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It took awhile to get used (since I had always loved paperback options) but I’ve grown to love my kindle. Especially since the army moved me around so much, I could easily travel with my kindle. Easy to use and convenient. Payment method is simple.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I enjoy my kindle very much

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First kindle I have ever bought. It certainly makes reading more fun and informative, I can just long press on a word and quickly get the definition. The brightness and warm light settings are very beneficial when reading in different lighting. The battery lasts a long time. Adding books to the kindle is very easy and… inexpensive. Bought it on sale for like $110. I like my kindle very much, will read again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love my Kindle Paperwhite

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my kindle so so much! I bring it with me everywhere I go. I thought I wouldn’t like e-Reading, but I have grown to love it rather quickly. Highly recommend! The only thing I wasn’t too fond of at first that it’s in black and white, not color. If you can overlook that, you’re good to go!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Light weight, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Kindle eReader

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best Kindle eReader out there, even better than my Kindle Oasis 2019. The screen of this Paperwhite 2021 is slightly larger at 6.8 compared to the previous 6" Paperwhite and smaller than the 7" of the Oasis. Yet, I felt that the Paperwhite 2021 is far superior in that it has a faster processor (page turns and responsiveness are really quick on this model). But the best feature yet is the Warm Light setting, and worth updating from the older Paperwhite or the Oasis 2017. The ease on the eyes are really noticeable and even the text is still very sharp and crisp. I was a little annoyed that this model does not have the wireless charging or a higher storage. For those features, you have to upgrade to the Signature edtion. Also, the rubber back is a fingerprint magnet. I placed a popsocket on the back for easier holding with one hand (I have small hands). Overall, this is the best Kindle eReader to date and now I'm considering getting rid of my Oasis.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Light weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome new paper-white kindle!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the warm light for evening reading. Like the touch screen (my 10-yr old kindle didn’t have either of these) - Enjoying the slightly bigger display screen. Of course- adjustable text sizes are great. It was very easy to set up. Back to long battery life. What’s not to love about the new paper-white.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Light weight, Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Exceeds Expectations!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is an excellent update to my 2018 Kindle Paperwhite. Pros: It has a larger screen than the previous generation. It uses USB-C to charge which means I can use the same cord for my iPad mini and this device. The warmth light feature is something I absolutely adore. I included a picture with the warmth turned all the way up on the new kindle at 15 percent brightness and my 2018 kindle at 15 percent brightness. It makes a huge difference to my reading enjoyment. But never fear you can turn it off if you hate it. The device speed is WAY snappier. This is my 3rd paperwhite and I was so disappointed that the 2018 model moved so slowly. While my computer and tablet are still way faster there is a notable increase in the speed at which my books open and the pages turn. This decreased the time it took to add my books to collections as well. Cons: it’s heavier and larger than the previous model. It’s not enough to be a deal breaker. In fact, I love the screen size, and it actually fits more comfortably in my hand. The on button is still at the bottom. While I rarely accidentally turn my kindle off due to the case I use, some users do find this really annoying. I still miss the text to speech feature that my original kindle had. I prefer reading over listening to books but sometimes when I have to be on the move or when I’m cooking it’s a nice feature to be able to turn on. But again, this feature has been missing on several generations of kindles now and I still love them. Also, it does not come with a wall adapter. It just has the cord. I have plenty of adapters but it is worth noting for those who do not. Overall, this is a huge upgrade from my 2018 paperwhite model. The speed increase alone makes it worth the upgrade. But the added ability to change the warmth and the USB-C charging capabilities are just icing on the cake. If you haven’t upgraded in awhile or even if you have recently picked up the previous model, this model is still worth the upgrade in my opinion.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Light weight, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy first-time Kindle user

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My first Kindle and couldn't be happier with the purchase. I've been entertaining the idea of getting an e-reader and since purchasing this Kindle, I've been reading almost daily. The battery life is top-notch and with the airplane mode on, the battery lasts about a month for me. Also, it's the ideal screen size, large enough to feel like you're holding a physical book and small enough to fit in your pockets. Adjustable warm light is a nice addition.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle paperwhite

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like to read but after purchasing this kindle I love to read!! Easy to use. The battery last a long time. 100% recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best thing you can buy for yourse

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love reading books, but like them in Russian language, so it’s very hard and expensive to find and buy them here. I was thinking between regular Kindle and Paperwhite. Choose this one because it’s bigger and had much more positive reviews. I have had it for over than a month and I’m so happy. Already read 8 books. I downloaded a lot of books, different fonts. There are so many things you can do to make your reading comfortable. I also found free websites for downloading books. It’s so much cheaper and easier to read now. My eyes are not tired. I have to charge it once per 2 month!! So grateful for having Kindle Paperwhite in my life ❤️

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great reader

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite reader. It stays charged for a long time and quickly recharges when needed. The paperwhite screen is easy to read, even in the sun, which is what I need. The features are intuitive, so this is a good reader for anyone to use.=]

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Book worms bestfriend

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. I can read every where I go. I like to keep it in my purse. It’s a convenient size. You can read all the books you like without any of the clutter. Link it with your library card and you can read for free.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love my kindle

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So easy to use love it. Perfect for on the go reading. Also battery life is crazy!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use, Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My new kindke

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my new kindle… lightweight easy to read fun to use

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BEST PURCHASE

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this every single day. I read so much faster with it. I can’t recommend this enough. The battery life is so long, I can go a month or more without charging it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I LOVE my kindle!! It makes reading so much easier. I love that I can easily travel and not have to carry a ton of books with me, because they all live on this small lightweight device!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it for my niece for her birthday since she had been wanting one, I’ve used it as well and now I want one for myself! It’s slim and portable and the battery will last a long time

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    kindle paperwhite 11th gen

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgraded from the basic kindle 11th gen to kindle paperwhite 11th gen. Battery life is good on both but if you read a lot I definitely recommend the paperwhite. Bigger screen & waterproof is a huge plus. Absolutely love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love the Kindle Paperwhite. It is so easy to use. It is perfect for when I’m putting the kids to bed and I need the room dark and quiet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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