Is the Kindle Paperwhite worth it?

[lpedersen1498]

I previously had a kindle touch as well and I loved it. The only thing missing was that I couldn't read in the dark! If your sole purpose is reading I definitely recommend the paper white. The backlight is soft enough that it isn't bothersome like a phone or tablet and the fact that it's adjustable and can be turned off is great. I was worried that might compromise battery life, but I can still go a long time without charging. I love mine and I'm glad I made the switch!

[The Maroon Owl]

I just bought the newest version of Kindle Paperwhite which is waterproof! I love it so much! I can read while floating in the pool or at the beach and not be afraid of damage. Plus there is no glare! You won't be disappointed.

[Paulam610]

I got the Paperwhite about 4 days, I really like it. It is not heavy, And I can read in bed with use my bedroom light.

[Badmusjamiu44]

Kindle paperwhite is worth it.

[Gurojas Chadha]

Yes, but only if you want one with a backlight i.e. you want to read at night as well. But, if you're getting a Kindle just to read books throughout the day, the basic version is perfect.

[Postoak]

I love my paperwhite. I use it everyday to read. For me, it's totally worth it!

[Jennifer Shalton]

I always tell everyone this, if you are even considering or thinking about getting a certain kindle, specifically a kindle paperwhite, or other. If it even crosses your mind and you question. Than to get it!!!! You will absolutely love it and its worth every penny.

[ReadersCloud9]

I just ordered one! I've been avoiding it but I guess it's time. I read a million reviews on all the different Kindles yesterday. I wish I had come to this forum first!

[Akansha Kapoor 1]

I am not sold on the idea of the Kindle. I have an Android phone and can download the Kindle app for free on it. It has all the standard controls and features. I still need to buy the books, but I can just upgrade my phone and have the new device registered. It also works on multiple devices (I also have a login on my mom's device).

Also, with that, you can read books outside of the Kindle as well, you are not stuck with Amazon as the book provider.

The Paperwhite and other assorted Kindle items are very expensive in my country so it does not make sense to me to invest in a specific device only for Amazon.

[Genesis Haney]

Are you considering investing in an e-reader? I recently got my hands on the Kindle Paperwhite, and I'm excited to share my thoughts on whether it's worth the hype!

Pros:

- Eye-friendly display: The Paperwhite's glare-free screen makes reading a breeze, even in bright sunlight.

- Long battery life: I can go weeks without needing to recharge - perfect for travelers or bookworms!

- Lightweight and portable: This device is designed for comfort and convenience.

- Access to millions of books: The Kindle store has an vast selection of titles, including bestsellers and classics.

Cons:

- No color display: If you're used to reading graphic novels or colorful magazines, this might be a drawback.

- No waterproofing: Be careful not to drop it in the bath or pool!

So, is the Kindle Paperwhite worth it?

If you're an avid reader who wants a dedicated e-reader with a great display and long battery life, absolutely! The Paperwhite is a game-changer.

But if you're on a tight budget or prefer reading on your tablet or phone, you might want to consider alternatives.

[Robynn Coulter]

I love the Kindle paperwhite. The ability to reverse text from black on a white page to white on a black page is a game changer for reading at night. I can read without lighting up the whole room and waking my partner. I also love the storage capacity. I have a couple hundred books with me everywhere!

[Irene Sejas]

I know this post is old but I wanted to chime in my two cents.
Yeah, absolutely it is.
If you enjoy reading then it's a must. I used to be one of those people that didn't have any kind of e-reader (not because I had anything against them, I just simply had never had one and didn't really see the point in buying one for myself). I did see the appeal it had, space-wise it's a no-brainer. You can have hundreds if not thousands of books in a device not much bigger than a phone, that you can carry everywhere and has a pretty durable battery.
I didn't really plan on buying a kindle, but one afternoon not long after Christmas three years ago I was at my cousin's house and she showed me her brand new kindle. I, as an avid reader and gossip, started questioning her about everything "Is it worth it?" "How long does the battery last?" "Was is very expensive?" "Does it take long to load the book(s)?" "How much space are we talking about here?" and a long etc. She answered all of those "Yeah" "I haven't charged it weeks and use it daily, still have 40%" "Not really if you think about how much I'll be saving from not buying physical books" "It's as fast as my phone" "I have downloaded like 100 books and didn't even make a dent into the space available" She literally handed it to me with a book she knew I'd been wanting to read for a couple of months loaded and went "enjoy", well I spent the whole afternoon, and I mean like 5-6 hours non stop reading. I was in love with it (I specially enjoy the option to annotate and highlight passages). That night when I went back home I talked with my mother and said "I know this is going to sound really impulsive, but I want to buy this" she told me go ahead and have I not regretted my decision.
I swear it's my most precious and loved item, I carry it everywhere, I load every book I want in it (Calibre is the best thing I swear) and customize my own covers because I am really picky (the amount of hours I have spent doing that on Canva is insane).
So yeah, if anyone is doubting whether it will be a good purchase go ahead. If you can afford to buy it, buy it! It's so lightweight and has the perfect size, it has a ton of space and the battery literally lasts months (I swear I haven't charged it since November!). I have saved so much from reading on my kindle (the math it's pretty simple, one kindle is like 8-10 books at least where I am from so yeah, once you read like 20 books in your kindle I say you are making profit haha). I also really love that you can connect it to the kindle app (which is free and works as a pretty neat reader app if you don't want to invest in a kindle/e-reader for now) and your notes/highlights get synchronized. I love having it on my phone so I can keep reading where I left off if I don't have my kindle on hand. It also has a pretty good range of brightness and warmth on the screen and you can even program it to change according to the hours of the day!
So yeah, again, buy it. If you enjoy reading I think it will be so worth it.

[Nati Jiniya]

I have a 3-year-old kindle paperwhite and I can't enlarge the text. It is really annoying and therefore I don't use it much.

[Danielle Leonardi]

Yes! A paper white is worth it. I’ve only used my friends’ before. I have a kindle fire now and it strains my eyes.