E-readers · Amazon
Best budgetKindle (16 GB)
The lightest, most compact Kindle — a 6" glare-free screen, brighter front light, and weeks of battery for readers who want a simple, affordable e-reader.
Amazon's current Kindle (16 GB) is our budget pick and a great first e-reader. It is lighter and smaller than the Paperwhite, with a 6" glare-free display, a brighter adjustable front light, and up to about six weeks of battery life (Amazon estimate). Perfect if you mainly read novels and want to spend less, or gift a Kindle without the Paperwhite price. For a larger screen and warmer light, step up to our Paperwhite pick. Prices on Amazon change; you'll see the live offer when you leave our site.
Highlights
- Lightest and most compact Kindle — easy in a bag or jacket pocket
- 6" glare-free display with higher contrast and faster page turns
- Front light up to ~25% brighter at max setting, plus dark mode
- Up to ~6 weeks of battery life on a single charge (Amazon estimate)
- 16 GB storage — thousands of books, no social apps or notifications
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