Customers commend the Kindle Paperwhite for its waterproof feature, long battery life, user-friendly interface, and lightweight design. They appreciate the extra storage space it offers. However, some customers find the ads annoying, the screen response slow, and the device slow in general. Others feel that the price could have been lower and the navigation could be improved.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Page turning
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this!
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My Kindle Oasis 2017 died on me unexpectedly. I could not justify the repurchase of an Oasis given the price and decided to opt for it's lower cost brethren. I have been insanely pleased with this device. At the time, the Oasis was the only water-resistant Kindle on the market, but the paperwhite joined that fold. I thought I'd miss the physical page turn buttons, especially as a left-handed person. However, Amazon has given a very generous amount of space for the next page hit box which makes one-handed reading very easy.
It keeps the same amount of dpi as the Oasis and I do enjoy the matte finish on the back over the metal backing of the Oasis. Overall, very happy with this device and happy to have an e-reader again.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This replaced a PaperWhite that fell in water. This new model is waterproof. The PaperWhite is great for reading outdoors and indoors. The battery lasts a long time. The only complaint is book organization is klunky.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Must have Kindle
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This was a replacement to an older model that I received as a gift several years ago. Wasn't sure that I would like the original one, I like the feel and smell of a book. But now a kindle is a must have for me. I have multiple books the I take with me I can easily add more books when ready. The paperwhite feature makes it easy to read at night without bothering my husband and theres no glare when reading at the beach. Can no longer be without my kindle.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This is what All Kindles Should've been like.
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This Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader is super-light, easy to hold for hours, has a reflection-free screen with adjustable font size that's easy on the eyes and the battery lasts for weeks.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for Beach or Pool reading
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This Kindle is small and very light, perfect to carry around, and the best part is that it can be used at the beach or in the pool, The only problem is the on/off button on the bottom. It turns off if you even touch it.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Major upgrades!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I upgraded from my first Kindle, the Kindle touch from around 2011. That kindle was great, compact, and easy to use with a 'home' button. The downsides? No backlight and not waterproof. I knew once this version came out it was time for me to upgrade as I mostly use my Kindle on the beach, by the pool, or at night. This thing is awesome! The backlight gets super bright, easily splashproof, and super durable with the rubber backing. My only gripe is that I don't like how 'connected' the display is, giving you book suggestions and asking you to buy certain books or post to Facebook. I miss the old layout which simply showed the books you had checked out very prominently. Overall, I'm glad I made the purchase!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A must have for avid readers
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Great product and perfect size. Got this so I didn't have to use my iPad with the Kindle app. Battery lasts very long time, quick too charge, screen is very easy on the eyes. Whispersync is very nice to have.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
In love with this Kindle
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’ve had a few kindle before but this is my first paperwhite and all I can say is I’m mad at myself for not giving this style of kindle a chance earlier. This is by far the best kindle I’ve owned! Battery life is amazing which is a huge plus for someone who reads before bed because I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone to read and my old kindles would be dead after charging it the day before. This last at least 5 days if not longer! It’s also super lightweight and water resistant, perks you don’t think you need till you would need till you do!
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best 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.
Being an avid reader every day, I believe that my experience with Kindle ereaders carry's some weight. Over the years I have burned out a number of e readers. My favorite OS was the 1st Kindle. Unfortunately, I wore out the tabs. So, I was not particularly pleased with the whole paperwhite OS series. Now for the good news! I just purchased my latest Kindle(10th gen OS). These are the items that I have liked so far; 1. Better cpu/ram. 2. Greater storage. 3. Faster charging time. 4. Longer lasting battery. 5. Easier navigation. Now, I have only had it for about a month, so, as time goes by I'll learn more. At this point, I am very satisfied with my purchase.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great eReader at a great price!
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Why did I wait so long to buy an eReader? Glad I finally purchased the Kindle Paperwhite! User friendly. Doesn't hurt the eyes. Long battery life. Light weight and waterproof!
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ideal for an avid reader
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I love that my books are so accessible and the battery last forever! It’s really simple to use and my eyes don’t hurt looking at this screen. I love it!
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Kindle reader!
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I do most of my Kindle reading using the Kindle app on my iPad Mini 5 or iPhone, but I don’t like looking at a device backlit screen while reading at night, even with Night Shift turned on. The Kindle Paperwhite is great for reading anytime, but I like to use it in bed for night reading. I have a low-wattage incandescent lamp on my nightstand, and while using the Kindle, I turn its backlight all the way down - so much easier on these middle-aged eyes! Page-turning response is pretty fast, compared to older Kindle models. Standby battery life is pretty long. I recommend also buying Amazon’s standard case for it, which provides good device protection.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Device.
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My wife has an iPad and a iPhone but she had to get a kindle. She made me buy the kindle because buying a ton of books a month still wasn’t enough for her. My wife goes through a book a week and she got eye strain from looking at her iPad and iPhone. She uses it everyday. She takes it everywhere. She says it’s absolutely perfect. There hasn’t been a day that she hasn’t used it. Battery is amazing and so is the screen. The screen is very easy on the eyes. Amazon also has a great service with a plethora of books to choose from.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Kindle Paperwhite
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is my 4th Kindle and this one doesn't disappoint. I LOVE to read and it's very easy to use.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Kindle!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have the old version and got this for my friend has a birthday gift. It’s even better than last one! Easy in the eyes, very light weight, portable, and waterproof now!!! It’s worth the money!
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Loving My New Kindle Paperwhite
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It's so easy to download books and to change to size of the font. The paperwhite is small, light and portable so I'm able to take my books with me easily.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Choice
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This is my first e-reader. I just wanted the most simple way to tap into the Amazon e-book library and this was it for me. The display is crisp and the back light is even. This device is the perfect size for me for travel, reading in bed or just around the house. My only complaint regarding the design is the placement of the power button on the bottom of the device. The way I hold the device, sometimes I accidentally turn it off while reading. Not a huge issue, as it just goes into rest mode and comes back on quickly. If you're on the fence regarding the "with special offers" version, that just means there are ads for books on the lock screen. Personally, I've barely noticed.
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this Kindle!
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My 1st Kindle & I love it. I didn’t expect to but I needed books during the pandemic. This is perfect & I just really like it. Small, lightweight & simple to use
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Battery life, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazingly Light
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Amazing Kindle reader! Love the lightweight build, great back light for night time reading and super long battery life compared to a typical tablet! Love it I bought 2!
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Backlight, Size, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is my 4th Kindle and I love how lightweight it is. I love that you can read in sunlight or darkness and adjust the font if you dont have your glasses on!
This review is from Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 8GB - Waterproof - Ad-Supported - 2017 - Black