E-reader
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2026)
The 2026 Kindle Paperwhite is a thinner and lighter version of Amazon's most popular e-reader. It suits people who read a lot, in bed, on the beach or in the bath, mostly from the Kindle store.
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Key facts
Screen7-inch, 300 ppiSharp text at a comfortable reading size.
Thin and light6.8 mm, 204 gThinner and lighter than the 2024 model, easy to hold in one hand.
WaterproofIPX8Safe to read in the bath or by the pool.
BatteryUp to 12 weeksCharge it a few times a year.
Storage16 GB, Signature Edition 32 GBEnough for thousands of books; the Signature Edition adds auto-adjusting light.
Written by Magelo from the shops' product data. Figures are the specifications listed by the shops; reviews follow once the first tests are out.
Who it suits
Great for
- People who read a lot and buy from the Kindle store
- Reading outdoors or in the bath
Less suited for
- Anyone who reads mostly from the library or EPUB shops: Kobo makes that easier
- Owners of the 2024 Paperwhite: screen and battery are almost unchanged
Before you buy
- With or without ads: the version without ads costs more
- Delivery in Europe starts mid-November
- Signature Edition or not: it adds auto-adjusting light and 32 GB