Find Your Perfect Kindle E-Reader
Compare all Kindle models side-by-side to discover the ideal reading companion for your lifestyle and budget.
Amazon's Kindle e-readers have revolutionised how we read, offering a paper-like reading experience with the convenience of carrying thousands of books in a device slimmer than a paperback. But with several models to choose from at different price points, which Kindle is right for you?
This guide compares all current Kindle models available in the UK in 2025, helping you make an informed decision based on your reading habits, preferences, and budget.
Best Overall Value
Kindle Paperwhite
The perfect balance of features and price for most readers
£159.99
Best Budget Option
Kindle
All the essentials at the most affordable price point
£94.99
Best for Comics & Graphics
Kindle Colorsoft
Amazon's first colour Kindle
£269.99
Best for Note-Taking
Kindle Scribe
Large screen with stylus for reading and writing
£379.99
Kindle Models Compared
Kindle
£94.99
Ideal for
Budget-conscious occasional readers
The most affordable Kindle with a built-in front light for comfortable reading day and night.
- 6-inch glare-free display with 300 ppi resolution
- Built-in adjustable front light
- 16GB storage (12,000+ books)
- Up to 6 weeks battery life
- Supports Audible audiobooks via Bluetooth
- Available in Black and Matcha colours
- Affordable price point
- Lightweight (158g)
- High-resolution display
- Improved storage (doubled from previous generation)
- No waterproofing
- Smaller screen than other models
- No warm light feature
Kindle Paperwhite
£159.99
Ideal for
Most readers - the best all-round e-reader
The most popular Kindle with a waterproof design, larger 6.8-inch display and adjustable warm light.
- 7-inch glare-free display with 300 ppi resolution
- Waterproof (IPX8 rated)
- Adjustable warm light for comfortable reading
- Up to 12 weeks battery life
- Available in 16GB or 32GB storage options
- Available in Black, Raspberry and Jade colours
- Waterproof design for worry-free reading near water
- Larger display with thin bezels
- USB-C charging for faster recharging
- Long battery life
- More expensive than basic Kindle
Kindle Colorsoft
£269.99
Ideal for
Readers who enjoy colourful content like comics, magazines and graphic novels.
Amazon's first colour Kindle, designed for vibrant reading without glare, featuring a 7-inch display and waterproof design.
- 7-inch colour display with 300 ppi resolution (150 ppi in colour)
- Waterproof design
- Auto-adjusting front light
- Wireless charging
- Up to eight weeks of battery life
- 32GB storage
- Available in Metallic Black
- Colour display for enhanced reading experience
- Waterproof and durable
- Long battery life
- Wireless charging convenience
- Higher price compared to non-colour models
- Colour images not as sharp as tablets
- Slight lag when reading graphic content
Kindle Scribe
£379.99
Ideal for
Readers who want to annotate books and take digital notes.
A 10.2-inch e-reader with advanced note-taking capabilities, featuring a glare-free display and a Premium Pen for writing directly in books.
- 10.2-inch display with 300 ppi resolution
- Glare-free with adjustable warm light
- Active Canvas for in-book note-taking
- Premium Pen with eraser and shortcut button
- AI-powered handwriting recognition and note summarization
- Available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB storage options
- Available in Tungsten and Metallic Jade colours
- Large display ideal for reading and note-taking
- Active Canvas enhances note-taking experience
- Premium Pen feels like writing on paper
- AI-powered features for improved productivity
- Higher price point compared to other Kindle models
- No waterproofing
- Slightly slower performance than Paperwhite
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Finding Your Perfect Kindle
Our recommendations based on your reading preferences and lifestyle
Casual Reading
Occasional reading, few books per year
Regular Reading
Reading several books per month
Bath/Beach Reading
Reading in potentially wet environments
Outdoor Reading
Reading outside in the sunshine
Graphic Novel Fans
Reading comics, graphic novels or books with color illustrations
Night Reading
Reading primarily before bed
Travel Reading
Reading while commuting or traveling
Academic/Research
Research papers, textbooks and note-taking
Digital Journaling
Writing notes and keeping a journal
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