Listen, I, too, tried to be loyal to physical books. While you can’t replace the feel of paper, the beauty of bound hardcovers, and the ritual of turning the page, an e-reader brings convenience and portability that, yes, a book can’t beat. Sure, you can throw a book in your tote bag, but what about an entire library?
We tried every Amazon Kindle to find the best for every bibliophile — just in time for Prime Day
When you think of e-readers, your first thought is likely an Amazon Kindle, and while it wasn’t the first e-reader to hit the market, it indeed became the one to dominate the market. While Kindles are great — there’s certainly no denying that — there is a whole world of e-readers that are equally wonderful. And Prime Day might just be the best time to buy one.
Which e-reader is the best?
Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable
Choosing the right e-reader is a decision based on price, the need for special features, and where you get your books from. For instance, a loyal Barnes & Noble shopper might prefer a Nook over a Kindle simply based on where they like to shop.
To decide what kind of e-reader is right for you, consider the overall design that best suits you. Is a touchscreen okay, or do you need buttons? If you want to take your e-reader near water, whether it be a bathtub or a pool, you’ll also need to make sure you have a waterproof device.
Plus, it’s worth considering special features. Are you an annotator who wants to write in the margins of your e-book? Or are you sick of multiple devices and need a tablet that you can read and stream on? All of these questions help you determine which e-reader or tablet will blend into your habits.
Can you read on an iPad?
Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable
Yes, you can read on an iPad, and as an iPad reader, I highly recommend it. iPads come with the Apple Books app. However, other reading apps, including Libby and the Kindle app, give access to the world of books.
For this reason, I included an iPad in my testing. The iPad Mini made my list because it is the perfect size to feel like you’re reading a paperback novel versus larger iPad models like the 9th generation (pictured above), which feel like reading a clunky magazine.
