Kindle vs. Kindle Paperwhite vs. Kindle Oasis: Which is best

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When it comes to the Kindle e-reader, the decision often isn’t whether to buy one, but which one to buy. Amazon currently offers three models: the All-new Kindle , All-new Kindle Paperwhite , and All-new Kindle Oasis . As their names make clear, they’ve all been recently updated with new and improved features.

In some ways, they are more similar than ever. Thanks to the addition of a front-lit display to the entry-level Kindle, all three of Amazon’s e-readers can be read comfortably in any light. All three can be used with a Kindle Unlimited or Audible subscription.

There are sometimes subtle but significant differences between the base Kindle, Paperwhite and Oasis, however, not least of which is cost, starting at $90 for an All-new Kindle , $130 for the Kindle Paperwhite , and $250 for a Kindle Oasis . Here’s a breakdown of the features you can expect to gain with a bigger investment, or to trade off for a lower price.

This story is part of our ongoing roundup of the best Kindle e-readers . Go there for buying advice and reviews of all Kindle versions.

The Kindle features that matter

Display: How big and bright you want your display

The display is an expensive component, and you’ll get what you pay for. All three Kindles use E Ink Carta display technology, which attempts to mimic the look of a printed page.

The differences are in resolution and brightness. The All-new Kindle boasts a 6-inch, 167 ppi (pixels per inch), 4-LED display. The Kindle Paperwhite also has a 6-inch display but increases the brightness with 5 LEDs, and increases the resolution to 300 ppi. The Kindle Oasis has a 7-inch display with a 300-ppi resolution and a whopping 25 LEDs, whose shade can be adjusted from white light to a warm amber.

Both the Paperwhite and Oasis displays are flush with the front of the device, while the All-new Kindle’s display is slightly recessed from the bezels.

Storage: How many books and audiobooks a Kindle can hold

Because the Kindle’s ebook format is very lightweight, you can store a lot of books even on the lowest-end e-reader. However, if you start to delve into audiobooks, you’ll need more capacity. The All-new Kindle has 4GB of storage, which is still plenty for about 3,000 books, per Amazon. The Paperwhite and the Oasis each offer a choice of 8GB of storage, which can hold “thousands of books and over 35 audiobooks,” per Amazon; or 32GB of storage, which could store a lot more audiobooks.

Battery: Plenty to go around

You get more battery for the buck with the higher-priced Kindles, but they all last a long time. Amazon says the All-new Kindle gets four weeks of life from a full battery charge. The Paperwhite and Oasis can each last up to six weeks on a full charge.

Connectivity: Wi-Fi or Cellular

The All-new Kindle is Wi-Fi only. Both the Kindle Paperwhite and the Kindle Oasis are available in Wi-Fi-only models as well as Wi-Fi plus free cellular connectivity models for additional cost.

Water resistance: Not all models

The All-new Kindle is not water-resistant. The Paperwhite and Oasis are IPX8-rated to withstand submersion in two meters of water for up to an hour at a time.

Cases: Many ways to protect your Kindle

Cases or covers are recommended to protect your Kindle. Because all three models have been redesigned, they won’t fit into previous-generation cases. Amazon offers cloth case covers for the All-new Kindle in four colors, all $30: Sandstone White , Charcoal , Cobalt Blue , and Punch Red .

For the All-new Paperwhite, it offers a basic water-resistant fabric cover in multiple colors including Onyx Black for $30 , a mid-priced leather cover for $40 in Onyx Black Remove non-product link and other colors, and a premium leather cover for $60 Remove non-product link .

The All-new Kindle Oasis cover options include a $40 water-safe fabric cover Remove non-product link available in Charcoal Black, Punch Red and Marine Blue; a $50 leather cover in Merlot Remove non-product link or Black; and a premium leather cover for $65 Remove non-product link .

Which is the best Kindle?

Which Kindle is best for you? If you’re strapped for cash, the All-new Kindle will do the job. If you can stretch to the All-new Kindle Paperwhite , we still feel that’s the best balance of price and features. And if you or someone you know deserves the very best, the Kindle Oasis is luxury all the way.