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If you've been meaning to grab an e-reader for the first time, this Kindle Paperwhite deal on Woot might be worth a closer look, especially if you don't mind a gently used product. It's the 11th Gen model from 2021, refurbished to Grade-A condition, starting at $89.99 for 16GB and $109.99 for 32GB versions. You can knock another $5 off with code FIREFIVE at checkout, but only through April 29—or until they sell out.
These are refurbished units, so there may be light signs of wear. But Woot says they've all been tested and cleared to work like new, and each one comes with a 90-day limited warranty. If you're after the newest model, however, the 2024 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is available for $159.99. Read its in-depth review to compare it with the 2021 model and see which one fits your needs better.
PCMag awarded this model the Best eBook Reader of the Year 2021, along with their Editor's Choice award. What you're getting here is a reader with a 6.8-inch glare-free screen (330ppi) that uses e-ink tech, so it feels like reading on paper. It is also easier on the eyes thanks to its warm light setting that adjusts to your environment. Compared to older models, this one reportedly gives you more text per page, a flatter front that keeps dirt out, and a brighter display for daylight reading. It's also IPX8 waterproof, meaning you can read in the bath, by the pool, or at the beach.
What do you think so far?
These versions, like most Kindles, show ads on the lock screen unless you pay extra to remove them later. The build itself is light and comfy to hold, weighing just over seven ounces. It uses USB-C for charging, though Amazon only includes a cable, not the power brick. Storage-wise, the 16GB model should be enough for thousands of ebooks, while the 32GB version adds headroom for audiobooks and PDFs. It supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wifi but can't connect to peer-to-peer networks.
