In the Venn diagram of tablets and books, our favorite e-readers fall perfectly in the middle. They’re thin and portable like a tablet, but without the distraction of the internet. The best Kindles and e-readers stuff thousands of books — a full library, really — into a tiny frame.
And having tested a lot of e-readers for Mashable, I can tell you the Amazon Kindle lineup comes closest to perfecting the devices. All over the internet, you’ll find TikTok users enthusiastically singing the praises of the Kindle and how to make the most of it. For parents, Kindles are a screen you don’t have to feel guilty about. For avid readers, Stuff Your Kindle Day lets you fill up your summer reading list. You can even buy Kindle accessories like remote page-turners and gooseneck stands so you don’t have to hold your Kindle while reading.
If you’re ready to invest in a Kindle, look through our guide to find the best one for you. And, with Black Friday coming up on Nov. 28, 2025, it pays to do your research ahead of time. Amazon is conservative when it comes to deals on Kindles, only marking down its e-readers during the big shopping events like Prime Day or Black Friday. We expect to see new Kindles discounted during Black Friday, but the deals will go quick. If you’re not precious about getting a new device, Amazon already has a deal on like-new Kindle Paperwhite e-readers.
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