Amazon Kindle 16 GB (newest model) - Lightest and most compact Kindle
Amazon Kindle 16 GB (newest model) - Lightest and most compact Kindle, now with faster page turns, and higher contrast ratio, for an enhanced reading experience - Black
The lightest and most compact Kindle, now with faster page turns and a brighter front light.
- 6" glare-free display reads comfortably in any light, with a front light 25% brighter at max setting and dark mode.
- Higher contrast ratio and faster page turns sharpen the reading experience over the prior model.
- Distraction-free by design, so messages, email, and social media stay out of the way.
- Best for readers who want the simplest, most portable Kindle.
Editor's note
Tom's Guide called this the best value for most people, and I agree it is genuinely hard to justify spending more if you just want to read.
Why we picked it
Best for: Most readers who just want a light, no-fuss e-reader
The lightest and most compact Kindle, now brighter and faster, and genuinely hard to outgrow for plain reading.
What we like
- + Lightest and most compact Kindle
- + Brighter front light and faster page turns than the prior model
- + Up to 6 weeks of battery on a charge
Watch outs
- - Smallest 6-inch display of the three
- - No waterproofing for pool or bath reading
Price history
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