Kindle Black Friday 2023: The Complete Buying Guide for First Timers
Looking to buy a Kindle for your studies or to satisfy the bookworm inside you? Either way, it's a great choice. Buying yourself a Kindle is an excellent investment. As Margaret Fuller had said, "Today a reader, tomorrow a leader."
But what is a good time to buy a Kindle?
"It is any time." Yes. But Black Friday is the best time.
However, during Black Friday week, Kindles are discounted by a huge margin. So, if you are looking to buy a Kindle, the Kindle Black Friday 2024 sale on Amazon can offer you great savings.
During Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday — Amazon offers heavy discounts on Kindle e-readers. Generally, these are the best discounts that are available. So, if you are looking to own a Kindle — buy one during Black Friday.
At the moment, these are the top-rated Kindle models on Amazon.
But there are several other Kindle models as well, which make you wonder and confused about which one to buy.
Let's discuss that.
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Which Kindle to Buy?
Generally, it is advised to buy the newest version of any product. But Kindles are very durable. So, you can buy older versions as well. However, make sure you are getting the features that you need.
Storage
By default Kindles come with 4GB storage, which is more than enough but as there are 8GB versions costing just a tiny bit more.
Depending on how long you want to keep using a Kindle (and also considering your budget), buy a Kindle that fits your needs.
Offers
Amazon offers some bundles that go with every Kindle purchase. For example, Kindle Oasis versions come with a 3-month free Kindle Unlimited activated. Some models also come with a free cover that can keep your device safer.
Battery
There is nothing to compare here. All Kindles have excellent better lives.
Display
All post-2019 models of Kindle come with inbuilt light but if you are looking to buy a pre-2018 model — understand whether or not a non-backlight model will work for you. Kindles are glare-free, waterproof and easy to handle
My Pick
The latest Kindle Paperwhite (2022) was launched with a stunning display of 6.8 inches and a better-inbuilt backlight.
If you are unsure, go with that. It is more than enough.
It is priced well enough in the same range as the older models.
If you have a better budget, Kindle Oasis models can be very good.
Kindle Black Friday Offers
Here are the models that will be on sale during the Black Friday.
Please note that not much discount will be possible this year as Amazon is manufacturing Kindles on limited stock. The reason is simple. Tablets and iPads have been replacing Kindles lately and even the smartphone screens are as large as old Kindles.
With limited stocks, Amazon tries to have a balance and that’s why Amazon doesn’t decrease the price of Kindles much.
Plus, the Kindle models are very well built, and these can last for years without deteriorating.
Considering all these in mind, I can expect up to 40% off on older models of Kindle devices, 30% on Paperwhite and Oasis models and 10-15% on the 2022-Kindle model.
Where to buy Kindle from?
Amazon is the maker and official Kindle seller. But apart from Amazon, Best Buy and Staples sell Kindles in the USA.
In India, Kindles are sold on Amazon.in and Paytm Mall. I am not sure if PayTM has a license to sell this but that's not of a concern as they don't offer much discount on Black Friday.
In the UK and EU, Amazon's local online store sells Kindles. Again, note that Amazon is the official producer and seller of Kindle devices, so it’s preferred to buy from Amazon only.
Also, note that Amazon is offering Kindle Unlimited's 3-months subscription for $1.
Best Kindles to Buy
Here are the top Kindle models that you can get your hands on.
All-new Kindle (2022)
- The lightest and most compact Kindle, now with a 300 ppi high-resolution display for sharp text and images.
- Read comfortably with a glare-free, paper-like display. The adjustable front light and dark mode make reading effortless, day and...
- Get lost in your story. Tune out messages, emails, and social media with a distraction-free device specifically made for reading.
- Now with extended battery life – A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 6 weeks.
- Now with 16 GB to store thousands of books – Double the storage capacity of the previous generation.
The 6.8-inch new and improved Amazon Kindle now has 8GB and 16GB storage. It is a bit costlier than the 2019-version, but the cost is worth spending.
The Kindle Paperwhite version comes with an inbuilt adjustable light to help readers comfortably read books both indoors and outdoors.
There is also a premium Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition that comes with 32 GB storage and a 6.8" display, wireless charging, and auto-adjusting front light.
- Get more with Signature Edition – Everything in the Kindle Paperwhite, plus wireless charging, auto-adjusting front light, and...
- Purpose-built for reading – With a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in bright...
- More reading time – A single charge via USB-C or compatible Qi wireless charger (included) now lasts up to 10 weeks.
- Adjustable screen – Now with adjustable warm light and auto-adjusting front light for a personalized reading experience, day or...
- More books in more places – Store thousands of titles, then take them all with you.
Kindle (2019)
- Purpose-built for reading with a 167 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in direct sunlight.
- Adjustable brightness lets you read comfortably—indoors and outdoors, day and night.
- A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours
- 8 GB of storage means thousands of titles on hand all in a compact size.
If you have budget constraints, you can go with Kindle Paperwhite aka Kindle 10th Gen. It has a smaller 6-inch display and a 4GB storage capacity but covers every reading need.
Kindle Oasis
Kindle Oasis is the flagship model in Kindle range of products. It comes in these models, ranging from 8GB to 32GB storage.
- Our best 7", 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
- Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
- Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool. Your Kindle has been tested to withstand accidental immersion in...
- Thin and light ergonomic design with page turn buttons.
- Our best 7", 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
- Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
- Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool. Your Kindle has been tested to withstand accidental immersion in...
- Thin and light ergonomic design with page turn buttons.
The Kindle Oasis featured a discount of $60 in last year’s sale. It boasts of a stunning 300ppi 7-inch display, adjustable warm backlight, and IPX8 waterproofing that allows you to take it along to the beach safely.
You will also get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free. 8GB version is good enough for most. But if you want more, you can go with 32GB versions as well.
Please note that every Kindle listed here has two network versions: Wifi only and 4G+Wifi. The 4G version costs a bit higher than the Wifi version but if you have a smartphone with you or have a Wifi at home, you can definitely go for the Wifi version. The 4G version is not at all required.
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Last update on 2024-07-26 using Amazon Product Advertising API.
