Amazon Kindle (2022) vs Kindle Paperwhite (2021) | Which should you buy?

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.

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.

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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.

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

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

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...

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!

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.

It's really down to water prove and size. If you don't need water prove and don't read manga, there's really no reason to buy 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!

If you can afford it, get the paperwhite, even if it means holding off until they go on offer.
The better materials and build quality, and the waterproofing will mean it should last a lot longer than the basic model.

I saved up a bit longer and bought myself the Signature edition as my first kindle. I love it!

The warmlight is a game changer, I dont think I could go to one without a warmlight. I have sensory issues sometimes, especially with light so the warmlight and darkmode are a lifesaver.
I bought it with the official case, it wasnt worth the extra money for the case. I got rid of my case because it was too heavy and the flap was annoying; I bought a sleeve off Etsy instead to protect it when I'm not using it, and it works just fine. A kindle really doesnt need a case or a screen protector, as long as you have a sleeve .

The Amazon case wasnt very comfortable to hold either, the edges were a bit sharp and the fabric gets dirty.

I did add a clear case so i could decorate my kindle, but it really isnt necessary and its just for aesthetic purposes.

I also went with the larger memory for a couple of reasons;
1) I have audiobooks from audible ony kindle so i can listen with wireless earphones. Those books take up more memory soi went for extra storage

2) All my books are online so i dont wantt o delete them to make more space as I may not be able to find them again if theyve been deleted or moved

Thank you Cam!

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

Great overview! Thanks !

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

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

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

this was useful, thank you

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

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.

Great review, thank you.

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

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

wish the basic one had warm light 😭

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

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 :)

Bigger is better regarding the screen size.

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.

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.

so unfortunate amzn doesnt allow users to expand the storage space via inexpensive microSD cards. Also I do wish the screen size was larger 7.5 - 8.0 range.

Rebecca Houghton
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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.

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.

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 Paperwhite ALL DAY

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.

Thank you

Thanks for your video.

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)

wish the paper white was smalller

the 0.8 inch screen makes a world of difference

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 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?

Amazon stopped Sideloading piracy permanently

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

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

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

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.