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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 1357 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the product's excellent portability, overall performance, and long battery life. They also appreciate its amazing screen quality, comfortable size, lightweight design, and ample storage capacity, noting it is not hard on the eyes. A few customers, however, found the navigation a bit challenging and considered the product to be expensive.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful purchase

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

    Light weight. The screen doesn’t hurt my eyes and it’s easy to work.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    LOVE my kindle!

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

    I love how long the battery lasts! Only charged it once since having it and it’s perfect for books. Everything about it is perfect. From the warmth/brightness on the screen to the amazing battery life.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    100% would recommend to anyone who enjoys reading!

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

    If you love to read as much as I do this is a must!!! My Amazon unlimited sinks to it seamlessly and the battery life is fantastic! I can normally read about 4-5 books before I have to charge it! My only thing is make sure the Bluetooth is turned on or else your phone and kindle won’t communicate the correct page/ books you are on.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Read Anywhere!

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

    Absolutely love this! Easy to use and I take it with me everywhere. Battery life is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really enjoying the color soft!

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

    I initially bought the paper white, and quickly returned to get the color soft. It’s made a huge difference for me. I really like being able to highlight in different colors and see the vibrant covers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I Highly Recommend

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

    This is my 1st time diving into the e-reader world. I will say that the Kindle Paperwhite has far exceeded my expectations. I can now carry my collection everywhere I go, in fact I now read on my lunch hour. definitely have found myself reading much more now

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love my Kindle Paperwhite

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

    I love my new Kindle! It's everything I had hoped it would be and more. It's lightweight, easy to read, and easy to carry on flights without the bulk of an actual book. I still love real books, but this has transformed traveling and keeping my love of reading going while on flights.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Upgrade

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

    I am so happy with my new Paperwhite. I had an original kindle and finally updated. I didn't want to because my original still worked. However, I am so glad I did- It is so fast!! And so light. I recommend to all!! I wish you didnt have to buy the cover separately.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle paperwhite.

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

    Excellent size, works really well, change of page really smooth.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle

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

    Battery life lasts WEEEKS! I read almost every night since I got my kindle back in June. It has absolutely changed the reading game for me. Idk if I’ll ever be able to read a physical copy again. This will sound crazy but for the doom scrolling people that want to stop and think maybe a kindle will solve that because it’s a device and not a book I can say it 1999% will.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently bought this product and I love it! It works great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kindle

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

    My absolute favorite! Super easy to use, battery lasts forever!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pink Kindle Paperwhite for her

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

    My boyfriend got me a Kindle Paperwhite for my birthday, and I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s the best birthday gift I’ve ever gotten. I was excited when I opened it, but I had no idea how obsessed I would become with this thing. I use my Kindle constantly. It’s lightweight, the screen is super easy on the eyes, and the backlight is perfect for late-night reading when you should probably be sleeping but absolutely cannot stop reading “just one more chapter.” The battery lasts forever, and I love that I can carry an entire library with me without hauling around a stack of books. Also… it’s waterproof, which means reading in the bath is now a personality trait. If you love reading, the Kindle Paperwhite is honestly amazing. I didn’t expect to love it this much, but now I can’t imagine not having it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to read and carry

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

    I am very pleased with my purchase! The e-reader is lightweight, comfortable to hold, and holds a charge exceptionally well. The screen is easy on the eyes, allowing you to read for extended periods without eye strain. The backlight works perfectly, making it especially convenient for reading in the evening. Pages turn quickly, and downloading books is hassle-free. The build quality is excellent; it feels like a premium device. It is a fantastic choice for anyone who loves to read every day. Highly recommended!

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

    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.

    Love my kindle. Don’t wake my husband at night with a reading lamp clipped on my book. I truly miss the tactile feeling of holding a book, but arthritis in my thumbs made that more difficult through the years. I also like being able to just touch a word and the definition pops up.Sometimes when I’m reading a book book, I forget and touch a word hoping that the definition will pop up and then realize I have to look it up myself. I get a good chuckle out of that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    New kindle

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

    Love my new kindle! My old one was so slow and no longer working. This one is definitely an upgrade.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift for any bookworm!

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

    Great gift for readers or even those who may be trying to get into the hobby. I've been using mine multiple hours a day since purchase. Good for reading anywhere anytime and theres different modes so you dont strain your eyes.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Paper white

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

    I highly recommend this product. it is light weight, clear reading and perfect size. The text size is perfect. I was worried since the product is only 7 inches but I have no complaints and battery life is fantastic!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very handy and reader-friendly!

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

    I’ve wanted to get a Kindle for a long time vut I was being skeptic because I have Kindle on my phone anyway. However, with long periods of reading, the glare on my phone gives me migraines. With Kindle E-reader, U was able to read and finish books faster because I can read on it for long hours! I also don’t have to worry about accumulating the books I’m reading since I don’t have a place to put them! Definitely a Best Buy Great Buy for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review for kindle paperwhite

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve always loved reading, but the Kindle Paperwhite has completely changed the game for me. It’s lightweight, easy to hold with one hand, and honestly feels like carrying a little library everywhere I go. The screen is crisp and gentle on the eyes — no glare, even when I’m outside with a cup of tea. And at night? The adjustable warm light is chef’s kiss. I can read in bed without straining my eyes or lighting up the whole room. One of my favorite things is how seamless it is hopping between books. I’m usually juggling 2–3 reads at once (because… mood), and it remembers exactly where I left off in each one. Plus, the battery lasts ridiculously long — I charge it maybe once every couple of weeks, even when I’m reading daily. If you’re someone who loves the feeling of getting lost in a story, but wants the convenience of having everything in one slim device, the Paperwhite is so worth it. It feels luxurious without being overpriced, and it’s honestly become part of my daily routine. I didn’t expect to love it this much, but here we are! Highly recommend — your future cozy reading self will thank you.

    I would recommend this to a friend