Comparing Kindle Basic vs Paperwhite: Which is Right for You?

[@chiaaaar]

Can they just release a smaller paperwhite, ill buy it in a heartbeat 😮‍💨 i want the basic size but i also want waterproofing and warm light 😅

[@Andrea21131]

Exactly!

[@bakalito4601]

in my experience, reading book in 6 inch screen is more enjoyable as you just spend a few secs per page. it tricked you to think you are reading a lot and faster :-)

[@vyli1]

you can achieve the same effect by adjusting font size

[@cptmytnick426]

After 15 years of reading on Kindles and 6 device upgrades later, the deal for me is having the Paperwhite Signature Edition 12th Gen by my bedside and the Kindle Basic 11th Gen with me while I'm on the go! The extra backlight adjustability, and the larger screen are major advantages on the Paperwhite while you read at home and especially if you are a night reader, but the versatility, portability and insignificant weight of the Kindle Basic 11th Gen while you are on the go, are amazing!

[@petepaxton5109]

I have a 5 yr old kindle paperwhite that was mistakenly shipped to me by woot. They said I can keep it. After looking at the latest kindles, the one I own works just fine. Now if Amazon ever comes out with a device like the Boox Palma, I'm all in

[@freedonx]

Got a kindle paperwhite from 2018, the new 2024 non paper white seems basically the same.

[@robertadejean3081]

It’s exactly the same…my battery just wont charge anymore so now it’s dead so I cant even charge it😢

[@Juutrzenka]

How to update Kindle basic 2024. from macbook? After connecting via USB, it does not read at all.

[@wildcat62282]

I’m confused about the hype with the matcha color. Why is it so popular? If it was called light green I feel like no one would buy it?

[@TheSweetMaze]

I agree, I think it's because of the cute color name "Matcha". I also feel like if it is called light green, it won't get the same attention. The Agave paperwhite is somehow similar in color, but that color is not that popular 🤷‍♀️

[@Cove999]

Does your kindle basic have ghosting on dark mode?

[@howtotechstuff]

Good question, a little bit of ghosting in the initial 2-3 seconds after turning the page after which it disappears. Also, because the ghosting is dark it's barely noticeable in the dark mode.

[@Cove999]

@ I have this problem,i wonder if they will fix it in the next software update

[@Nox51158]

Helpful good review, I subscribed 🌹👍

[@holoduck.1]

I can clearly see the hue shift on the Paperwhite Display (bottom part is more yellow). Why do reviewers never point this out?

[@howtotechstuff]

There's no hue shift on the bottom part of Paperwhite. Check the shots from landscape mode.

[@gabrielsales5219]

I can relate

[@luanamendes4767]

The best is the Kobo libra color. There, I just saved you 9 minutes.

[@SNicolesPlace]

I’ve tried the Libra color twice and keep returning it. The weight distribution is so uncomfortable for me. The fact that I can see the front lights peeking from the edge of the screen drives me bonkers. The color on the line color leans warmer and I’m much more a fan of cooler screens when reading. I keep seeing everyone say how much they love it and keep buying it again to try it out and see if I can force myself to love it but It hasn’t worked yet 😂

[@duongkhanh1954]

Please, Kobo is so slow and stop respond ALL the time 😂

[@DiegoMilan007]

Nah, contrast is better on BW screens. Having color is just a gimmick that some people might use, but for the majority of people that just want to read, Kindle PW 12 is better.

[@neiltaylor513]

You kobo fan boys just turn people off Kobo

[@nimbuz87]

Boox poke 5 is the best, isnt? More compatible app

[@LittleTravels]

Very very Laggy

[@Nox51158]

Helpful good review, I subscribed 🌹👍