Amazon Kindle 16 GB (newest model) - Lightest and most compact Kindle, now with faster page turns, and higher contrast ratio,
4.6 | 13,573 ratings
Price: 109.99
Last update: 01-30-2026
About this item
- The lightest and most compact Kindle - Now with a brighter front light at max setting, higher contrast ratio, and faster page turns for an enhanced reading experience.
- Effortless reading in any light - Read comfortably with a 6“ glare-free display, adjustable front light—now 25% brighter at max setting—and dark mode.
- Escape into your books - Tune out messages, emails, and social media with a distraction-free reading experience.
- Read for a while - Get up to 6 weeks of battery life on a single charge.
- Take your library with you - 16 GB storage holds thousands of books.
- Find new stories - A Kindle Unlimited subscription unlocks access to over 4 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, and more.
- Designed with sustainability in mind - This Kindle uses 75% recycled plastics and 90% recycled magnesium, and has 100% recyclable device packaging.
Top reviews from the United States
- RavenA good starter KindleThis Kindle is small enough to hold with one hand it’s pretty light. The screen quality is really good. Feels like I’m reading a book not a computer screen and I like how they added dyslexia font to all kinds so now I can read a lot better and I like how you can borrow library books, and put it on the Kindle. and the battery life is wonderful for long trips and this kindle is good for taking anywhere, it’s easy to use and the price is not that bad for an E reader perfect for people who don’t want to spend a lot of money for a Kindle. This was my first Kindle until I upgrade it to the colorsoft Kindle. but if you’re not reading comic books or graphic novels, this Kindle is a good one for any one who wants to try Kindle. The only thing I do not like with the Kindle program is the trade-in value sucks. so I just end up keeping the Kindle I’ve already bought. But that’s my only complaint about the Kindle. I get better trade-in for my Apple iPad from Apple but Amazon does not give you a good trade and value towards a new one which is why I hardly ever upgrade, but the book selection is wonderful. You can use it with your local library using Libby Goodreads is connected to it. Amazon needs to look into another program because Goodreads sucks. I like how Kendall gives you encouragement to read every day and it will ask you how many books you want to read in a year and tell you your progress and I really like that and I like how people with dyslexia can now read more comfortably if you just want to read books this is a great starter Kindle
- JonathanI READ A BOOK IN 4 DAYS! I haven't read a complete book in years until I bought this Kindle!I've been trying to read books again for the last couple of years without much success. In 2025 (and probably 2024), I never finished a single book that I started. That includes self-help, college textbooks, and friend's books! Fumbling with books, turning pages, trying to remember to carry it with me, all of that made it difficult for a working adult with a family to sit down and read, even for a few minutes. Not to mention my arthritis, needing to wear reading glasses, needing a light just bright enough to make out the words, and more.
I ordered this Kindle on New Years Day and fully expected to get bored of it in a week and want to get my money back. I downloaded my first book (Included in KindleUnlimited), by an author I never heard of (even though she's critically acclaimed and has had books turned into movies) and started reading. I was INCREDIBLY SURPRISED how easy it was to read on this thing. It's MUCH better than a physical book, by leaps and bounds. I started reading the book on Monday and finished it by Thursday. I can't wait to start my next book! The book was good... and that kept me interested, however... a few things about the kindle made it easy to finish the book so quickly...
1) Mainly, it was how easy on the eyes and the size of the text. I didn't need my reading glasses at all and the text was clearer than any book I've opened in the last few years.
2) It's lightweight and fits in my pocket! I like to (try to) read books of all different shapes and sizes; from large hard back to small and thin paperbacks. It doesn't matter the author's preferred format, this kindle puts them all in my pocket with ease! Plus, one-hand reading is easy, I don't have to "hold back" the other pages while fumbling from page to page.
3) The feel of the screen is smooth and it's easy to turn pages with the same hand I'm holding it in, but even better with a quick swipe of my other hand.
4) It's just the right amount of brightness with the backlight. I can read it without the backlight sometimes, but I prefer the backlight already and my eyes don't strain. It does drain the battery much faster, but I believe I could finish an entire book without having to charge it at all.
Overall, this thing is amazing and I look forward to expanding my mind and READING on my spare time instead of playing mind-numbing games on my phone. I do love my card and board games, but they might have to take a backseat. Both my phone and this kindle fit in my pocket easily so if I want to take a break from reading spades and backgammon are always available... - Kpop RomantasyCute size for travelIt's much smaller than I was used to, but I found I like the sleek style of it and it is easier to hold in one hand, especially in the car or on the bus.
The size is a bit small to see the book icons, and there is no way to resize those. So just be aware of that. I often use more than one device so for me, this is mainly for lightness and compact-on-the-go.
The matcha color is dreamy!!! So pretty and cute. I am glad I upgraded to a newer model and was happy they had this model available still. The speed is so much faster than my old model. - Victoria C.Very convenient and perfect sizeIt’s very light weight and convenient to carry around. It’s small enough to carry in your pocket or purse but not too small so you still get the feel of a book. I was used to physical books for years but after getting this kindle, I rarely buy physical books anymore. It’s perfect and you can read many more books conveniently especially longer books which I like. It would be nice of the book titles were in color instead of blacks and white but that’s a minor issue.
- LA KristyLightweight and FunctionalI wasn't sure I would like the light-up screen, but you can really dial-in how dim or bright you want the screen. It's really lovely to use on an airplane, when you're sharing a hotel room and even when your bedside lamp at home isn't super bright. When it arrived, it seemed way smaller and cheaper than any other models I've owned (which is many, many.) After using for a week, I've come to appreciate that it is lighter and smaller. The screen itself is the same size as my last one, but the plastic surrounding it is smaller. I really like the feature that auto-turns on the Kindle when you open the case. I didn't think I would care, but I quickly learned to appreciate this feature.
My only beef with this Kindle, as with my last Kindle, is they took away the ability to rotate the screen in any direction a couple of versions ago. I really wish I could rotate this 180 degrees, as my case has a strap to hold the kindle, but the strap position for my small hands would be WAY more useful if I could hold the Kindle upside down. I have to believe that their Kindle consumer base is 50% or more female, but honestly, it does not seem like they test this product with women, because of issues like smaller hands versus case functionality. Amazon doesn't make the case, but it is one of their recommended options.