Looking for the best Kindle deal? You've come to the right place. Amazon Prime Day is over for 2024, and we saw some of the lowest prices recorded on the retail giant's bestselling ereaders, including Kindle Paperwhite, Original, Scribe, Oasis, and Kindle Kids.
The sad news is the best Kindle deals have ended, and they have gone back up to full price. But the better news is Amazon often runs offers on its devices, so there's every chance another offer will pop up soon. And when it does, we'll let you know right here.
There's a number of Kindle devices, so if you're not quite sure which to choose, our guide to the best Kindles gives you all the information you need to pick the right one for you. We've got all bases covered for you, including a guide to what is Kindle Unlimited and the best Kindle book deals to accompany your Kindle steal.
Where can I find the best Kindle deals?
Finding the best Kindle deals is about knowing where to shop and how to shop them. Here are the retailers that we know offer reliable and regular discounts across all the Kindle best-sellers.
- Amazon: find the biggest discounts on all the Kindles, especially on Prime Day
- Argos: a reliable retailer for next-day delivery
- Currys: the place to shop eReader sales (including Kindle alternatives)
- eBay: find refurbished models for a fraction of the price
- John Lewis: shop the Paperwhite, Oasis, and Scribe with free shipping
- Very: watch this space for deals that rival Prime Day
The best Kindle deals
Kindle Paperwhite
The Kindle Paperwhite is widely respected as the best eReader on the market. I affectionately call it the Goldilocks-approved Kindle. It's not too expensive, nor is it too cheap. It's not too techy, nor is it overly simple. It has enough storage to make it useful without having an unnecessary amount. The screen is wide for reading (even with big text), but still slim, lightweight, and easy to hold in one hand. In other words, it's the perfect mid-range option.
The latest Paperwhite was released in 2021. Think of it as a more luxurious version of the Amazon Kindle (we've compared the two in a dedicated Kindle Paperwhite vs Kindle post). It comes with 16 GB of space, a 6.8-inch display, waterproof design, and it's available in three colours (agave green, black, and denim). It also has e-Ink, which looks and feels like a paper page, a nice touch if you think you'll miss your books. Find out more in our full Kindle Paperwhite review.
Kindle Scribe
The Kindle Scribe is the most elaborate of all the Kindle deals on offer. Whilst this makes an excellent eReader, it's a waste of your money if all you want to do is read books. The Scribe is made for the doodlers, note-takers, sketchers, and writers among us. Think of it as your tablet, rather than just an eReader. Then you'll be able to justify the price a little better.
In their latest update, Amazon lets you select notebook templates, and make annotations in your books and notebooks, and they offer better tools for your writing and notetaking (including a fountain pen, marker, and pencil). You can convert your handwriting to text, copy it, cut it, paste it, and resize it too.
Kindle Oasis
The third generation of the Kindle Oasis was launched in 2019 and it's one of my favourite models offered by Amazon. The 7-inch screen is bigger than the Paperwhite, plus it's complete with a 300-ppi display and e-Ink technology.
You may pay more money for some subtle extras with this one. Aside from the bigger screen, Amazon has reintroduced page-turning buttons (great news for left-handed readers), and automatically adjustable backlights. It's a great model if you want to treat yourself.
Kids Kindle
The Kindle Kids eReader is the lowest price of all the Kindles. It's perfect for little ones, because it's designed to keep their minds focused on building reading as a habit and a hobby. They won't have access to apps and games, just books, audiobooks and comics. It's waterproof, Bluetooth-compatible, and it comes with 8GB of storage.
Which Kindle should I buy?
Amazon has designed each of their Kindles to suit different people. You can generally split people into six different groups based on their needs. Here's who we recommend each ereader for:
Best for the book experience
The slim, stylish Paperwhite is perfect for people who read in bed, in the bath, and on the beach. It's waterproof, easy to hold in one hand, and the warm e-Ink makes it easy to read without any glare.
Best for beginners
This was the original Kindle released by Amazon. It's one of the smallest models out there and it's also the least expensive. So, if you're new to e-Readers, this is a great way to get started.
Best if you want to draw and doodle too
No other Kindle will let you draw and scribble in the margins of your books. No other Kindle has a notebook function. No other Kindle is like this, because it's more of a tablet than an eReader.
Best for premium touches
If you like the idea of the Paperwhite, but you're ready to treat yourself to a bigger screen, page-tuning buttons, and a brighter screen, this is the one for you. It's packed with nice-to-have features.
Best for children
Whether you're introducing your kids to reading on-the-go or you want them to have a tablet (without the apps and videos), this is perfect. It's waterproof and comes with a two-year warranty too.
Best for holidays
The Signature is another step-up from the Paperwhite, but in different ways to the Oasis. This comes with another 8GB of memory, wireless charging, no ads, and an automatically adjusting backlight.
Are there any Kindle alternatives on sale?
Even though Kindles are some of the best e-readers out there, we're not blind to the fact that there are some competitive alternatives to the Kindle models — and they're included in the sales too. Here are the best deals that we've found on our favourite Kindle alternatives.
Deals on books, subscriptions, and extras
The wonderful thing about Kindles is that there's always some sort of deal on for Kindle books, accessories, and bundles. For starters, Amazon has Kindle Daily Deals, which is where they drop the price of best-sellers to nothing (they're totally free) or to 99p. These only last 24 hours, but there are other week-long and month-long deals too. We cover all of them on our Amazon book deals page.
Then, there's Kindle Unlimited. Essentially, Kindle Unlimited is a subscription service. You pay £9.49 a month to have access to over three million eBooks, audiobooks, comics, and magazines. It's a good deal if you're a speed reader.
Right now, Amazon has a special offer where anyone can trial Kindle Unlimited for free for three months. You don't even need a Kindle to enjoy Kindle Unlimited. As long as you have the Kindle app on your phone or on your tablet, you enjoy endless books.
What to expect on Amazon Prime Day
Officially, we've only had the headlines of what to expect for the Kindle deals in store this Prime Day. So far, all Amazon has told us is that Prime Day falls on the 16th and 17th of July and that they've made Kindle Unlimited free for three months for everyone already (that's normally a Prime member-exclusive deal).
Whilst I'm no soothsayer, I've watched Amazon's prices for the past few years and there's definitely a trend. Every Prime Day, they drop some of the biggest discounts on their own brands, one of them being Kindles. This is your best chance to find the biggest deal on a new e-Reader and Kindles are the ones to buy in Amazon's sales.
That's not the only product that you can find incredible discounts though. Amazon's Kindle daily deals become absolutely ridiculous, as do their deals on Kindle covers and accessories. You can get some of the most sought-after best-selling novels completely free as well as kitting out your Kindle with a chic case for less than £10.
FAQs
When is the best time to buy a Kindle?
The best time to buy a Kindle is on Amazon Prime Day. They host multiple sale events throughout the year and this is the time when the RRP of all of their Kindles will be slashed by the most. Amazon have historically been the most ruthless retailer when it comes to Kindle deals and discounts. Only recently, we saw a full £100 off the premium Kindle Scribe and that's just one example.
Luckily for you Amazon Prime Day isn't very far away (16th and 17th July). If you can wait for a few days, you'll have access to some of the best deals of the year. However, if you miss those, don't worry. There will be other sale events on throughout 2024.
What's a good price for a Kindle?
Even at full price, some of Amazon's Kindles are great value. The original Kindle (£84.99) and the Paperwhite (£149.99) are both competitively priced within the e-reader market. However, after years of watching the Kindle sales and deal prices, I've seen the original Kindle for sale as cheap as £35. There's no guarantee that it'll return to that price.
Generally, anything above 25% of the original RRP is a deal worth considering. However, it's also worth having a look at price comparison or price history sites. I have an add-on called CamelCamelCamel that shows you the history of prices for any product on Amazon, so you can know whether you're getting a good deal relative to the recent offers that have been around.
Are Kindles worth it?
You might think that we're all Kindle converts at w&h, since we have such comprehensive coverage of all the Kindle models, but we're a well-balanced team.
Some of us refuse to relinquish our paperbacks, because, let's face it, nothing smells quite like a printed page and nothing feels the same as cracking the spine of a paperback. However, there is a group of us who recognise Kindles for their practicalities. You can pack endless books into your carry-on luggage if you take a slim Kindle with you. Plus, you can enlarge the text (bye-bye reading glasses), backlight the page (hello late-night reading), and look up the definitions of words in just a moment. They're both practical and savvy, so Kindles certainly serve a purpose compared to books.
In the broader market, Kindles are some of the best e-Readers out there. Amazon have had nearly twenty years to refine their tablets, offering the sleekest, smartest set-up out there. Their library is the most vast, the reading experience is the most seamless, and the technology is the speediest. Kindles have models tailored to every kind of bookworm. You can check out our favourite Kindles over here.
Should I buy a Kindle with or without ads?
You'll see different storage options for each Kindle model as well as an option to buy the Kindle with or without ads. I've been on both sides of the table and, I actually don't think there's much point in buying one of the models without ads. Sometimes, the adverts can be useful.
When you buy an ad-supported Kindle, your e-Reader will show you ads on the lock screen when you turn the device off. This doesn't use up any more of your battery and, they can actually be quite useful for finding recommendations. It's a bit like watching the trailers of other films when you're at the cinema. If you're into it, you can have some fun. Plus, if you hate the ads, there are ways to disable them, they're just a little tedious.
-
Gorgeous wedding guest makeup looks for women over 40 to bookmark now and recreate laterWe've handpicked some of the best wedding guest makeup looks for women over 40 for the next time you attend someone's nuptials
-
32 natural makeup tips for women over 40Try these natural makeup tips for a glowy 'no makeup' makeup look
-
Princess Charlene of Monaco swaps the classic little black dress for dramatic co-ord in Paris and we won't forget this look in a hurryPrincess Charlene's black co-ord was incredibly striking as she arrived for a gala dinner in Paris and we want to try out this look ourselves
-
Queen Mary looks ravishing in flowing red jumpsuit and timeless blazer and it doubles as the perfect day and night lookQueen Mary's flowing red jumpsuit is a stand-out look for summer that we can't get enough of and it's the perfect special occasion outfit
-
Move over floral dresses, Duchess Sophie's comfy trainers and icy blue maxi skirt is the casual summer style we're copyingThe Duchess of Edinburgh wore grey trainers and a pleated maxi skirt to the Royal Windsor Horse Show in 2021 and it still inspires us now
-
Pippa Middleton's striking jumpsuit illusion proved that black and white outfits don't have to be basicPippa Middleton wore a dramatic black and white co-ord to Wimbledon in 2015 and it looked like the most gorgeous monochrome jumpsuit
-
Queen Letizia is magnificent in magenta printed dress with matching bag and we're never been more convinced to ditch neutralsQueen Letizia's magenta printed dress and bag added a splash of colour on a hot summer's day and this shade was simply stunning
-
Duchess Sophie’s cow print shoulder bag was the playfully unusual accessory we still can't believe she woreDuchess Sophie's cow print shoulder bag combined a timeless design with a statement pattern and it's an accessory we'll never forget
-
Kate Middleton has worn this bag since 2005 - and we love it's classic design and affordable priceThe Princess of Wales isn't the only royal whose been spotted with the affordable designer piece on her arm
-
Pippa Middleton delivered summer sunshine in an outfit with her yellow dress at the tennis and her voluminous waves were so glamorousPippa Middleton's sunshine yellow dress and glamorous waves at the US Open in 2012 is a combination that still takes our breath away
