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[Prime] Kindle Paperwhite $214, Signature Edition 32GB 6.8" $239 Delivered @ Amazon AUAffiliate
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Amazon's eBook readers are 20% off.

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$10 Promo Credit when purchase $200 GC deal
Topcashback - Amazon Devices (includes Echo, Fire TV & Tablet, Ring Security, Eero Wi-Fi, Kindle) - 15%
Cashrewards - Amazon Devices 15%

Kindle Paperwhite Signature 32gb - $239
Kindle Paperwhite 16gb - $214

Signature has 32GB over 16GB, wireless charging & Auto-adjusting light

Specs

  • 6.8" display
  • Up to 10 weeks battery life
  • Flush-front design
  • 300 ppi glare-free display
  • 32 GB storage
  • USB-C Charging
  • Qi wireless charging
  • Water Resistance

The basic Kindle is also on sale at $143 from $179. Smaller screen, no warm light, less LED coverage and not waterproof.

Alternatives
Tips
  • Use Calibre to manage, convert & transfer your eBook library
  • Calibre-web for self hosted/docker based version
  • set up 'email to kindle' for wireless transfer
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  • perfectlydark on 15/07/2024 - 11:53
    +6

    got one of these last prime day, really good ereader. i'd probably hold to see if they do a better price later this week, paid $209 (less cashback) last year

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 11:55
      +1

      hopefully we do see a supersized cashback for Amazon devices

    • FullM3tal on 15/07/2024 - 12:23
      +4

      I got mine in Jan 2023 through an eBay promo for $224. Upgraded from a 5th gen Kindle paperwhite, and I love it. I read almost everyday on the train to and from work. I've never used or been lured by other readers (e.g., kobo, boox, etc), so my opinion is biased, but my paperwhite is up their in top 10 essential devices I own. Everything about it for me just works. Email or share the epub file, sync your kindle over wifi and your next read is ready in seconds.

      • Trantor on 15/07/2024 - 12:28

        @FullM3tal, do you think its worth going from a gen 10 on this version?

        • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:29
          +1

          maybe go for a colour kobo so you have both options

        • FullM3tal on 15/07/2024 - 15:15
          +1

          there does appear to be some reasonably upgrades between gen 10 to gen 11, but I can't comment on the value / worth for $239. In my case I sold my old kindle on FB marketplace and got about $60-70 back.

        • Sqz66 on 15/07/2024 - 15:43
          +3

          I just upgraded from the basic 11th gen Kindle to the 16gb paperwhite solely for the warm white light, and the difference is (pun intended) night and day. Using the white light at night sucks.

          • JL1 on 15/07/2024 - 17:20

            @Sqz66: So it wasn't a good upgrade or you mean the white light on the basic Kindle sucks?

      • smartProverble on 15/07/2024 - 14:41

        Some questions from a kobo user…

        Do kindles contain ads?

        If you don't have Prime membership, can you still access your books?

        Why didn't you go for a Kobo?

        Not trying to start a war or anything, just genuinely curious, from a happy Kobo user.

        • FullM3tal on 15/07/2024 - 15:20

          My kindle doesn't have ads. my first one, second one and now latest has never had ads.

          I guess for me the kindle has been marketed to me so much through Amazon and throughout my US and Japan travels that it was a natural choice. I've had a kindle since 2015 (so 9 odd years) and it's done what it needed to, so i've never needed to seek an alternative.

          I think around that 2015 timeline I recall having looked at Kobo at a JB or a book store or could've been an electronics store, and it just didn't appeal to me at first glance.

        • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 15:29
          • the ads is a US thing, but you do get some banners when browsing the Home tab which links to Prime reading etc, not an issue when you're just using Library tab.
          • Definitely worth considering Kobo which is why I included it in the post. I've had my Kindle for a year so just sharing the deal. The new Kobo's look great with the latest generation screen.
          • You can access all your own/purchased books without Prime membership
        • 367 on 15/07/2024 - 17:44
          +1

          I chose a kindle because the hardware is nicer in my opinion:
          - More premium feel
          - Faster page refresh
          - Page turn animation option is great
          - I like the glass front of the device (although not everyone likes this)
          - The flip cover from Amazon is really good

          That said, I much prefer the Kobo operating system, in particular the library organisation is way better than Kindle. If you just read one book at a time it doesn't make much difference, but if you like to have a lot of books on the device and browse through them the Kobo is way better.

          The Kindle doesn't have ads per se, but the "Home" page does have recommended books inserted in it, which I hate. It's effectively an ad even if it's not labeled as such.

          You don't need prime. In fact you don't need to use Amazon at all, you can side-load epub files with Calibre and it works great.

        • snivy on 15/07/2024 - 18:40

          • No ads for Aus version. US has the cheaper option with ads.

          • No need Prime to access books. Never had a Prime membership actually (other than trials). I buy ebooks and they're in the library. I was surprised I could still download an ebook I purchased 8 years ago and that's no longer on sale. I'll be keeping a copy offline though.

          • I just needed the lightest and cheapest reader, something I can get replacement easily if I break it, since I literally throw it around like a book, Kindle fits the bill, but I'm also getting attached to Send to Kindle function.

          Also I didn't know Kobo's libby/overdrive integration existed until recently - had I known I'd probably consider Kobo more.

          • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 18:50

            @snivy: Kobo also has a send via email function - https://send.djazz.se

            • chaucolai on 16/07/2024 - 12:09

              @impoze: I had Kobos for years (I keep destroying my ereaders lol) and what made me swap to Paperwhites was the email to Kindle option, and even better the "send to kindle" web page. Compared to this (which I have used, or Calibre servers) it's absolutely seamless and works really well to simply get new books onto the device.

  • gosu on 15/07/2024 - 12:01

    this or a boox

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:03

      different use cases, whether you just want a portable reader or note taking capabilities
      Plus differences in budget, and ecosystems. Android or Kindle/Kobo.

      The new Go 10.3 has been getting good reviews though

    • SSN89 on 15/07/2024 - 13:30

      It depends on which Boox you're comparing this to.

      If you want flexibility, Boox is the way to go because you can install Kindle, Kobo, Libby, and comic apps. You can also link to Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.

    • Shon on 15/07/2024 - 19:01
      +1

      Different beasts. Kindle/Kobo for one press to read. Boox once it's set up is great. But it's running Android and startup is ~45 seconds and battery life isn't as good (still measured in weeks). Also Boox I've had one firmware update in ~8 months of usage, no idea how long the support will last and very few custom ROMs.

      If you are technically inclined and don't want to be stuck within a single ecosystem go with a Boox. To just read get a Kindle/Kobo - you can always use calibre to transfer your own content.

  • pichxlonco on 15/07/2024 - 12:03
    +13

    +1 for including alternatives and tips for those entering the digital reader ecosystem, or looking to up their knowledge.

  • pakikanga on 15/07/2024 - 12:07

    Fave covers for these?

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:08

      Plenty of options, generic or no cover with a popsocket type holder on the back

  • Rilakkujay on 15/07/2024 - 12:10
    +1

    Looking to get my hands on a e-reader for the first time. Can someone share their thoughts on the pros and cons of getting the latest kobo reader vs the latest kindle?

    I already have a decent kindle collections mostly from freebies over the years, but dont really want to limit myself to just the kindle ecosystem.

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:14
      +2

      JB Hifi has demo units in store to check out.

      I'm inclined to go Kobo for the newer generation screen and can use Libby/overdrive with local libraries.

    • amaslam on 15/07/2024 - 12:16
      +3

      You're not really locked down. You can convert other ebook formats (i.e. epub) to a kindle compatible format (i.e. Mobi or AZW). Usually it's a drag and drop affair at a website and then download the resulting file. The file can then be transferred using the USB cable from PC (the kindle shows up as a USB drive). Once you disconnect and start your Kindle the new book shows up.

      Most of my collection is setup this way. Also if you want to manage a library using a program on your computer instead of web programs the above mentioned Calibre is good for that.

      • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:18
        +1

        yes, I have put all of that under the Tips section.

        Some users still prefer not to be in the Amazon ecosystem.
        Kindle also can't use Aus libraries with overdrive/Libby but Kobo can

      • mrbargainz on 16/07/2024 - 12:37

        Can you still drag and drop with the latest version. I have Signature and I can drag and drop, but they aren't recognised anymore. It used to work fine on my previous Kindle.

        • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 12:40

          I haven't had any issues with drag & drop but I would recommend using Calibre

          It will sync, convert and you can also send books wirelessly using the send to email function.

          Plus, with Calibre you can also keep all the metadata in check

          • mrbargainz on 16/07/2024 - 12:44

            @impoze: Thanks for the advice. I do use Calibre to convert, but just as needed so it's often not on the same system all the time. I prefer it not to sync, or to need to email books and just simple drag and drop using the native filesystem, but if that's not possible anymore then I'll look into those options. ePub is very common, so it seems like they should just support it with no conversion required ideally.

    • dtc on 15/07/2024 - 12:32
      +1

      kindle benefits - amazon has a bigger range that is very easy to navigate/download from, kindle unlimited (if you read the type of books that KU generally has). However need calibre for library books

      kobo - can get books from a wider range of sources and should be able to directly download from libraries. Kobo Plus nowhere near as large as KU and the Kobo paid range isnt as big (but probably still has what you want most of the time).

      (nb: the web browsers on the e readers themselves are not great; its often quicker to browse using your phone, select and then direct the download to the ereader).

      if you read fan fic eg AO3, then you can email to your kindle but not sure if you can with kobo, might need to do it manually? You may not care about this.

      In terms of size, storage, readability, screens etc - each has a direct comparable option with basically no difference

      If you dont use a library and buy most of your books, then kindle probably has the edge. If you want to have max flexibility then kobo. I have a kindle from years ago but probably would go for a kobo today. Depending on cost of course.

      All that said, other than the calibre / overdrive issue (which isnt a big hassle if you have a laptop), its much of a muchness.

      • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:37

        Yeah, if you borrow from Anna, the catalogues don't matter too much combined with Calibre.

        I saw Kobo can also access AO3 via the web browser or Fanficfare plugin for Calibre

    • crentist on 15/07/2024 - 16:15
      +1

      If you're getting from Amazon or other legit sources, that might be the deciding factor.
      But if you're wanting to add your own epubs from "other" sources, I haven't found the Kindle to be limiting to this.

      In fact, it's strangely enabling. They recently allowed epubs (and possibly killed their own mobi format) and you can use the Kindle app, website, or even email to add any new files. Even stranger, they are added to your Kindle library, not just the device itself (like drag-and-drop over usb would). Which means they stay in your account and sync over the internet, features you'd only expect from native Amazon books.

      I haven't tried Kobo, so can't comment there.

      • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 16:33

        Anna has a vast library

  • lplsz on 15/07/2024 - 12:10

    Is the $20 vouncher stackable in the discounted price?

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:24
      +1

      which $20 voucher

      • drhip on 15/07/2024 - 12:56

        $20 if you join Prime and spend over $59 on products sold by Amazon

        • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:58

          don't see why it wouldn't stack

  • Clockwerk on 15/07/2024 - 12:27

    The normal paperwhite is at $214, kinda disappointed. Was hoping for something similar to last year’s price.

  • Scootex on 15/07/2024 - 12:28

    Kindle or Kobo?

    I'm a Kindle user for a long time, but i was looking at the Kobo Libra Colour because i want to also read comics and manga. I figured it would be nice to have colour.

    Anyone have an experience with the Kobo?

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:30

      kobo libra colour would be great for manga, plus buttons!

      With discounted gift cards and perks sales it can come down quite a bit

      • Scootex on 15/07/2024 - 14:50

        Yeah i think i'll wait for the next sale on the Kobo.

    • Caped Baldy on 15/07/2024 - 13:39
      +2

      I'm a kindle user and using my android phone for manga. Highly recommended to look into Mihon.

    • Uchuujin on 15/07/2024 - 13:46
      +2

      Just upgraded from a Kindle Paperwhite Gen 4 to the Kobo Libra Colour over the weekend and it's what i've been waiting for for years to read all my novels, manga, comics and PDF's. The built in OS seems to be great for books off the Kobo store. But if you sideload, it's best to use Calibre to organise stuff and make sure the metadata is correct.

      A few cons; personally wish you could browse via folder structure, wifi is a bit flakey, have had some random freezes while trying to do too many things at once (like downloading a massive pdf, while browsing my very large google drive), and the battery life doesn't seem as good as the kindle, though it still looks like i'll easily get days of continuous reading time, it's also a bit on the exy side, though the Clara colour is a slightly cheaper option; but all minor quibbles compared to finally getting colour eink on a decent device (i sadly kickstarted the topjoy butterfly shitfest).

      The colours are decent, expect colour newspaper comic levels of saturation and you wont be dissapointed. While i'd love for the colours to pop like an LCD or glossy paper print, i'm happy for now. Still definitely in the honeymoon phase, but i don't regret paying almost full price for it (used some Amazon discounted gift cards). But i am also a huge comic/manga/manhwa nerd so YMMV.

      • Scootex on 15/07/2024 - 14:46
        +1

        Thanks for the reply, I think you have exactly the same use cases as me.

        I don't have super high expectations for the colour, colour newspaper levels is good enough. I just want to know if it's red or green Hulk. lol.

        • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 14:47
          +1

          for comic & graphic novel, colour for sure

      • Big Sexy Unit on 15/07/2024 - 19:17

        can't browse via folder structure

        Cheers for that, kinda a deal breaker as prefer sorting shit my own way

        • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 19:24
          +1

          once you add to your library, you can make folders 'collections'

          https://help.kobo.com/hc/en-us/articles/360033887953-Organiz…

        • Uchuujin on 16/07/2024 - 10:06

          Yeah. it's pretty annoying. But the price difference between the Kobo and the cheapest current gen android colour reader is significant enough for me to suck it up.

          I've read that you can build Collections in the Calibre software then export it to the reader, but i've not personally tested that yet, will defo try it next time i copy shit over. Even if it does work, it's still a PITA compared to just shunting a folder over from GDrive.

          Also just found a 3rd party reader that can browse by folder, KoReader… gonna have to give that a shot when i get some time.

  • whozmr on 15/07/2024 - 12:37
    +3

    I want to get another Oasis, but the price is still high at $A359, and it still has a micro USB! and this paperwhite is much cheaper.
    Seems like I won't buy this one either because I sold my paperwhite to get the ergo feel on oasis :(
    Scribe is worst for reading but at a really good price tho.

    • smartProverble on 15/07/2024 - 16:15
      +1

      Honestly ebook readers feel like a rip-off.

      You are essentially paying for a device with a low powered processor (laggy and slow!) and small battery, and the basic selling point is the e-ink display. Wifi and maybe Bluetooth. Not even premium metal, a cheap plastic chassis that scratches easily.

      …and they want $300 for this device? Or $200? Even $100 feels like they're pushing it. $50 feels more reasonable.

      (Disclaimer, I have a Kobo and use it daily.)

      • whozmr on 15/07/2024 - 16:39
        +1

        Too lazy to convert Kindle books so kobo is a no for me x_X

        • smartProverble on 15/07/2024 - 17:35

          Fair point. Im talking about eReaders on general

  • get-innocuous on 15/07/2024 - 12:43

    I have had a Voyage since 2015. Worth the upgrade?

    • tobia on 16/07/2024 - 09:49

      I’m wondering the same thing. I checked my receipt and I bought my voyage in 2015! The battery is lagging a bit now so I’m looking at the option to just replace the battery for about $50. I wonder if it would be worth upgrading, I wouldn’t mind the warm light.

  • BitcoinKing on 15/07/2024 - 12:56
    +5

    Disappointing price, wait a later deal

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 12:58
      +1

      or try price match and use discounted gc

    • chrisie on 15/07/2024 - 13:12

      Yes I'll be waiting for a better deal.

    • Wool on 15/07/2024 - 17:57

      Are you expecting a better deal during these prime day sales, or just generally within the next few weeks/months?

      • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 18:00
        +2

        There are usually supersized cashbacks for prime day

  • CyberMurning on 15/07/2024 - 13:06
    +1

    i still have https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kobo_Touch made in 2011 :D

  • chrisie on 15/07/2024 - 13:32

    What is the model # of this Kindle ?

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 13:37
      +1

      11th gen, paperwhite

  • Jono258 on 15/07/2024 - 13:37
    +1

    This or Kobo, already have an old gen kindle, but want one with warm light

    • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 13:37

      read through some of the comments which already discuss this

    • smartProverble on 15/07/2024 - 16:09
      +1

      If you have a Kindle probably best to stick with it. Transferring kindle to Kobo isn't simple, and it doesn't work for all kindle books. The process is "hacky".

      Personally have a Kobo and can't imagine not having a warm light, like how to people live without it.

      With a kindle, the warm light is an extra premium though.

  • superroach on 15/07/2024 - 14:08

    VS A Kindle Paperwhite, there isn't much difference. The 32gb in the Signature edition isn't much of a talking point (you'd be using the kindle store and books are super tiny). The wireless charging isn't a positive for me. Besides that, the only other difference is an ambient light sensor in the signature edition.

    Then again, With the Kindle Paperwhite at $214 (16GB), there isn't much price difference anyway.

  • tobia on 15/07/2024 - 14:26

    Still have my Kindle Voyage going strong, even though battery isn't fantastic.

    Can highly recommend Calibre though. Great alternative app to use

    • wearytraveller on 15/07/2024 - 21:55

      Not sure how easy this is to do with the voyage but I replaced my 7 year old kindle battery myself, good as gold.

      • tobia on 15/07/2024 - 22:01

        I replaced the lcd screen on the older kindles myself, but great idea on trying with the voyage. I’ll have a look

  • stevem42 on 15/07/2024 - 15:42

    Thanks OP. I've just upgraded from a 10th gen Paperwhite to this 11th Gen signature edition.
    Love my current one but the upgrades are worth it to me, probably the 20% faster is the biggest. The interface is very slow and clunky, any improvement there will be great and the rest are a bonus
    Even though I don't need wireless charging, or 32GB, (does anyone??) for the small difference in price I'll get the auto brightness adjustment from this over the standard edition. Seems to be lots of mixed opinions on that but I'll mainly use this in bed and it'll only need to adjust from light/tv on to no lights.
    I manage all my books with Calibre and just do send to Kindle. Sends to both my phone (Kindle app) and Kindle, and I can seamlessly switch between the 2 and keep the same reading position.

  • luztra on 15/07/2024 - 16:03

    Went with the Paperwhite over the Signature after reading user reviews.

    • findingbargains on 15/07/2024 - 16:06

      What do they say? What's the issue with Signature?

      • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 16:15
        +1

        Both are Paperwhite.

        Paperwhite Signature has 32GB over 16GB, wireless charging & Auto-adjusting light

        Extra $25

      • luztra on 15/07/2024 - 17:00
        +1

        Issues with auto-adjusting light.

        • SSN89 on 15/07/2024 - 17:43

          what is the issue with the auto-adjusting light? You can always turn it off.

          • luztra on 15/07/2024 - 19:41
            +1

            @SSN89: Users reported that auto-adjusting does not always work and needs recalibrating so users are turning it off. I don't need wireless charging and I won't be carrying around 6000-8000 books (32GB), and audible books cannot be played on the Australian model, so I put the $25 saving towards accessories (actually bought two so $50 savings). I am upgrading from a 6th generation Kindle so I think I will be fine with the Paperwhite.

  • impoze on 15/07/2024 - 19:12

    If you have other items to buy, try price match at JB hifi and use the $30 off $300 perks voucher

  • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 01:06
    +1

    15% cashback on amazon devices capped at $30 has started

    Shopback and topcashback

    • Trantor on 16/07/2024 - 03:21

      Right at the bottom of the rate list on shopback it says 0% on Kindle e-reader etc.

      • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 08:56
        +1

        ah shame, was just before closing my eyes in bed hah

        • Shifty on 16/07/2024 - 09:41

          CashRewards lets you do it, capped at $20 tho

      • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 10:29
        +1

        topcashback 15% is valid

        Amazon Devices (includes Echo, Fire TV & Tablet, Ring Security, Eero Wi-Fi, Kindle) - 15%

      • zoecot on 16/07/2024 - 12:11

        o no……i changed from cashreward to shopback cox for the $30>20 capped and now I lost $20 :(

  • klonky on 16/07/2024 - 07:25

    Blue base Kindle is currently $143
    https://amzn.asia/d/0gxLkj9T

    • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 08:55

      already listed in OP

  • farethewell on 16/07/2024 - 08:51

    no physical buttons - no deal

    • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 08:55

      look at kobo libra

      • Shifty on 16/07/2024 - 18:26

        Assuming you just read books, you're paying more money for a worse product going from the Libra 2 to the libra color.

        The color ink black isn't the same as the b&w black

        • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 18:33

          Oh, theres no BW libra 2..

  • klonky on 16/07/2024 - 09:17

    I bought the Kindle Paperwhite 8gb in 2022 for $167 from Amazon…. damn inflation

  • blitzkrieg on 16/07/2024 - 10:16

    Out of stock

    • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 10:21

      maybe added more stock, it's showing 61% claimed now.

  • cliener on 16/07/2024 - 11:50
    +1

    Back to regular price for the Signature Edition

    • shmahoo on 16/07/2024 - 12:05

      yeah - same when I looked just now - seems to be either small numbers available, or massive number of people buying?

      • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 12:09

        I've updated post to reflect Paperwhite $214 still available, and signature o/s

      • cliener on 16/07/2024 - 12:11

        Ready for delivery tomorrow suggests it's not stock levels

        • impoze on 16/07/2024 - 12:22
          +2

          they have the % claimed progress bar so it always implied a limited number

  • im1forever on 17/07/2024 - 21:25

    Basic kindle is back to $179 too.

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