If you've made your choice - you can purchase the Kindle ('22) or the Kindle Paperwhite ('21) using our links below: Buy the Kindle ('22) on Amazon: amzn.to/43lbDW1 Buy the Kindle Paperwhite ('21) on Amazon: amzn.to/3OiKnTX

If you can afford it, go for the paperwhite. Not because it's shinier or more expensive, but simply because it's waterproof. A kindle can last you for decades if you treat it well

I have had the most recent model Paperwhite since Dec. of 2023. After 4 months of reading several books, I ordered my husband a Kindle Basic and I fell in love with it! So, I traded my Paperwhite for the Kindle Basic 22’. So much easier to hold and to take with me in a purse.

I love the smaller size of the original kindle😭 but I love the waterproof feature of the paperwhite

After many thoughts and considerations, I eventually bought the Paperwhite 11th gen. Turns out I really need that 7" screen real estate. And the battery life is amazing! WAY night and day improved compared to Oasis. I immediately succumbed to my readings after unboxing and setting up. Almost non-stop usage for 24 hours, and the battery only downed to 89% from 100%. The reading experience gets even better with a flip cover. It makes all the differences when reading with one hand. To say I am happy with my purchase is an understatement!

My 2018 Paperwhite ended up in the washing machine (long story). I fished it out a few minutes into the wash cycle and it came out okay. When I upgraded this week, I stuck with the Paperwhite for the water resistance, but I would have preferred the smaller screen on the basic.

Went for the basic over paperwhite. Good decision, the smaller size and lighter weight is so much better

The fluff and dust collecting at the bottom of the device means that it will be the Paperwhite for me, thank you for mentioning this.

I bought my first Kindle e-reader, which will arrive in a couple of days. I chose the 2022 basic Kindle just because it is smaller. Although Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof, I won't read near any water or solutions. The basic Kindel has a good price only $80 in the US when I am writing this comment.

Washed the Amazon Kindle a few days ago with a load of sheets by accident and it still worked. This was impressive.

As someone who didnt know if if even like an ereader (and who has tiny hands) i got the basic and it is perfect for me. I can comfortably hold it in one hand and still turn the page. The perportions of the paperwhite are a little too big for my hands and its more unweildy. Big plus, it fits in my pockets!

I’ve had a 2019 basic for two years. Still great.

I'm having a paperwhite for over a year now and I have to say the big screen is what sold it for me. (Okay and the warm light option.) The older you get, the more you appreciate bigger fonts and the less scrolling is worth it imho.

I went for the paperwhite again after having the previous edition because I wanted the warm light and dark mode. The new one just fits better with my lifestyle. I’m pretty tech-y so the usb-c is nice, the added features, the real estate is perfect for when I want a bigger size font at a relaxed distance because I have long arms. Great investment.

I don't really mind slightly bigger size of paperwhite but that extra 40 grams is what is a deal breaker for me

My 2012 Paperwhite is still in a good condition. Only the back of it that is very gluey and dirty so I need to put a case on.

I got the paperwhite signature edition for $85 best purchase I've ever made I'm so happy with it and can see myself using this for a long time (kinda hope they'll come out with a colored screen just because reading graphic novels looks a bit sad in black & white including the cover art)

i have the standard kindle (11th gen) and i love it sooo much. if i could’ve afforded the paperwhite then i would’ve gotten it, but the standard kindle is absolutely perfect for everything in my experience, has zero shortcomings compared to the paperwhite aside from the fact that the paperwhite is waterproof. however, i don’t think it necessarily matters very much to have a waterproof kindle unless you’re frequently reading by pools or in boats.

The flush screen is what sold the paper white to me. The recessed screen of the standard means your normal kindle looks old and grubby after just a few months of ownership!

The perfect device would be the PW with a sunken screen. I'm torn between the two, but for a device which is basically just a screen, I think I'll buy the crisper Basic scren.

Extremely informative, to the point and exactly what I wanted to know as I am looking to purchase a new Kindle. Thank you for a quality video. Cheers.

This is the best review video I’ve watched! Thank you!

Amazon should come up with both the basic and paperwhite in both sizes 6 and 7 inches. Yhe size really doesn't help much when it comes to reading scanned copy of books or technical book with lots of diagrams. For that a 10 inch device would be required

And then there's me, still operating on my first generation Nook.

Thank you very much for this detailed comparison :-) I highly tend to buy the basic edition from 2022, because of the smaller design (I also like the bezel/frame more than the flat surface of the paperwhite ^^) The only real gamechanger for me it the warmth light of the paperwhite... I often read in the dark and a backlit screen MUST be on the warmer side, I really cannot stand blueish light for long... Hard decision...

I still miss the mechanical buttons for page turning that they had in the beginning.

Worth mentioning that Amazon just started selling Certified Refurbished Paperwhite for 89$ (compared to Basic 2022 Kindle 99$ price tag). It's actually cheaper to get Paperwhite now if you dont mind refurbished devices. As for 2022 model - I'd pick it if it had warm light option. I'd pick warm light over increased internal storage any day, but unfortunately 2022 model lacks it, and I absolutely hated standard cold backlight of 2019 model.

Thanks for this- I've been trying to decide which to get, and you have really helped.

For those that paid attention during the big sale, got two paperwhite (one for wife) for basically $110 each (including tax), plus case and two-year guaranteed (paperwhite kids bundle)

More interesting for me was comparing kindle 2022 with paper white 2018

Thank you for the review, Cam. Been waiting for this one.

Get we paperwhite 5 for its warm light. Once you experienced warm light in kindle you are never going back. If in the future they add warm light to basic model then ill probably grab 1 cuz of its size.

Thank you for this great review! Personally, I'm gonna go for the paperwhite. As much as I dread too large to hold comfortably devices, what's even worse to me are blue white screens. My phone is almost sepia in comparison to what I see on other ppl's screens on the train x.x Eye comfort is a must when looking at a screen for prolonged time. Especially when you mainly have time to read during your commute to and from work and you eyes are already tired, either bc it's the early morning or because you stared at a screen all day at work. And as a backpack girl, I don't need it to fit in a purse (or pocket...) Plus, the paperwhite being waterproof is perfect for a nice bath or vacation~ And dust collecting in those edges of the other model would annoy me.. it already does with my phone cover.

I have a Kindle paperwhite (new) and a KOBO Libra....and an older Nook Glowlight. Each has its favorite options. I think I prefer the KOBO best with a close second at the paperwhite....you should make a list of features you prefer and buy the ereader that meets that. PS I like adjustable glowlight, buttons and bigger screen....everyone is different.

Thanks! Your review helped me decide which one to buy.

I got a 16gb paper white for $100 on sale. The 8gb was $95. I think the paper white is the way to go for most people.

the 0.8 inch screen makes a world of difference

In Brazil, the Amazon Kindle 2022 will be send only in march/April 2023…

Why doesn’t the paperwhite come in color? Thanks for the great info!👛👛

wish the basic one had warm light 😭

Man, I want the smooth screen of the paperwhite, but in the normal kindle size lmao. I dont care about the waterproofing or warm light.

I accidentally purchased the smaller kindle and not the paperwhite. I prefer the smaller one though. The extra screen real estate isn't really necessary.

Thank you, man, I see you first time and I love your help :) I'll get the standard one as I won't have to transfer epubs :)

If you are going to get a Kindle '22...might as well get an older Kindle Paper White 7th Gen for 30 or 40 bucks or whatever they go for used nowadays.

This silicon-like back material that now feels nicer in the hands (of Paperwhite) will turn into a muddy sticky rubber crap in 10 years. Proved by many phones and particularly nook simple touch.

Thank you! Bought the smaller one :)

Great overview! Thanks !

Thanks for that - nice succint comparison to help me decide which to go for.

wish the paper white was smalller

Great review, thank you.

Thank you Cam!

thanks , getting kindle basic

this was useful, thank you

I like kindle but I have no money. I look at every reviews because I like it so much.😧

Thanks for your video.

What case did you use for your Paperwhite? Great review by the way!

Would love to get a Kindle Paperwhite, but it's just too small, at 6.8" might as well use your phone.

other reviews and people say the flush screen on the Paperwhite is a bad thing, adds a shadow and doesn't look as crisp, any thoughts ?

Bigger is better regarding the screen size.

Stopped upgrading my Kindle when Amazon started charging a £20 advertising tax.

Aye bro what are you reading? That title in the thumbnail is out of pocket

Kindle Paperwhite ALL DAY

Thank you

Rebecca Houghton 1 second ago The only way I know how to switch to a different book after finishing one, is to completely turn it off. I need help, but don´t know who to ask.

if they couldve a version same size as ipad mini and thin bezel

you look like Brendan Fraser

Kindle store does not include the books I want to recread from the 60s. Okay it has all Orwell but only one book from Han Suyin ... my great influence on me from my past ... it may be an anti China attitude in which case GFY. I loved my original Kindle with key pad, much more direct and positive than the mystery of what to poke my finger at. My Surface Pro is much better .....

I have that book on my kindle ‘ how to kill your family’. My kindle displays the hard cover but I see on yours it displays the paperback cover. I like that one better. Is there a way to change covers?

Since they sent you the kids addition, does it restrict the types of books you can download ? I had never thought to get the kids version before but I wouldn't mind the whale cover for that price.

6weeks battery life at 30min per day is really bad, that's 10days if you read 2h/day, my old kindle from 2014 has better life than that wtf

isn't the basic model feel cheap and get scratch easily ?

*BUYER BEWARE!* Amazon are selling the Kindle 2022 purportedly “without ads”, yet these devices clearly contain advertising in the form of lists on the home screen headed (and I quote), “Discover Books”, “Try Unlimited Reading & Listening”, “New releases in Kindle Store”, “Books that look great on Kindle” and “Most wished for Kindle books”. This is a clear cut case of false advertising, attempting to sell devices labelled, “without advertising” that clearly, and by the definition of the Law, contain large quantities of advertising.

kindle is a e-Reader for minority culture. For international flavoured device, it has to be kobo.

Will never beat a book

I love my kindles, but these things are highway robbery. They are still slow amd choppy with the processing power of a potato 🥔 and made out of super cheap materials. They are charging us $100-$350 for $10 worth of hardware and processing speeds that rival the atari 2600.

Boycott Amazon.

Спасибо!

Great review!! I would have purchased the new basic Kindle 2022 in a heartbeat if it was readily available in Australia🥹 It’s such a great size, has great features and is such a great price. Luckily I was able to take advantage of an Amazon sale and purchased the Kindle Paperwhite 2021. I don’t regret it at all! Much smaller than I thought, very easy for my XS hands to grip, love the flush screen and always leave it on the warmest light setting. Most importantly, the waterproofing has been a feature that keeps me at ease when reading near water. I agree that you’d be happy with either! Get a Paperwhite 2021 (on sale) if you need waterproofing or get the basic Kindle 2022 as a more portable option… or get both!😅