Latest Edition of Top-Rated Kindles in the Year 2025
In the ever-evolving world of digital reading, Amazon's Kindle range continues to dominate. With various models catering to different needs, we've rounded up the top three Kindles for UK readers in 2025.
Kindle Paperwhite (2024 model) — Best for Avid Readers Overall
The Kindle Paperwhite (2024 model) offers a larger-than-ever 6.8-inch high-contrast screen, waterproofing, and long battery life, making it ideal for dedicated readers. Key features include:
- Display: 6.8-inch, 300 ppi with oxide thin-film transistor for highest contrast
- Storage: 16 GB (single model; enough for thousands of books)
- Battery Life: Up to 3 months
- Waterproof: Yes, IPX8 rated
- Special Features: Adjustable warm light, faster 25% quicker page turns, USB-C charging, Audible audiobook integration via Bluetooth earbuds, ad-free option available
- Price: £159.99 (standard); £189.99 for Signature Edition with 32 GB storage, wireless charging, and auto-adjusting front light
- Colours: Raspberry, Jade, Black (metallic variants for Signature Edition)
This model balances a larger-than-ever 6.8-inch high-contrast screen with waterproofing and long battery life, making it ideal for dedicated readers who want premium features without the highest price.
Kindle Oasis — Best Premium, Luxury Option
For those seeking a luxury reading experience, look no further than the Kindle Oasis. This high-end device boasts a sleek design, premium materials, largest screen, and advanced lighting tech. Key features include:
- Display: 7-inch Paperwhite display, 300 ppi, built-in light with ambient sensor
- Storage: 8 or 32 GB
- Battery Life: Approximately 6 weeks
- Waterproof: Yes, IPX8 rated (first Kindle with full waterproofing)
- Special Features: Sleek thin design with ergonomic handgrip, physical page-turn buttons, no front Kindle logo (good for lefties/righties), real leather case option
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, uses Micro-USB
- Colours: Merlot, walnut, black
- Price: Significantly more expensive than other models
The Oasis is the "Aston Martin" of Kindles — luxury design, premium materials, largest screen, and advanced lighting tech for a high-end reading experience but at a premium cost.
Basic Kindle (2024 release) — Best Budget Option
For budget-conscious readers who just want a straightforward e-reader, the Basic Kindle (2024 release) is a solid choice. Key features include:
- Display: 6-inch black/white E Ink, 300 ppi
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery Life: Up to 6 weeks
- Waterproof: None
- Special Features: No warm light, lock screen ads unless you pay extra
- Design: Textured plastic body, small and travel-friendly
- Price: Starting around £94.99
If you want a simple, affordable Kindle for reading digital books without extra features like waterproofing or warm light, this is a solid compact choice.
Summary Table
| Model | Display Size | Storage | Battery Life | Waterproof | Special Features | Approximate Price | |--------------------|--------------|--------------|----------------|------------|---------------------------------------------|----------------------| | Kindle Paperwhite | 6.8" | 16 or 32 GB | Up to 3 months | IPX8 | Warm light, USB-C, Audible, fast page turns | £159.99–£189.99 | | Kindle Oasis | 7" | 8 or 32 GB | ~6 weeks | IPX8 | Handgrip, page-turn buttons, ambient light | Highest among Kindles | | Basic Kindle | 6" | 16 GB | Up to 6 weeks | None | Simple design, ads on lock screen | ~£94.99 |
For UK readers in 2025, the Kindle Paperwhite (2024) represents the best balance of size, battery life, waterproof protection, storage, and modern features at a reasonable price. The Oasis targets premium users wanting luxury design and tactile controls. The basic Kindle suits budget-conscious readers who just want a straightforward e-reader.
Choosing depends on your priority: ultimate luxury and ergonomics (Oasis), all-around best performance and feature set (Paperwhite), or simple affordability (basic Kindle). All Kindles offer parental control options, an auto-adjusting light, the option for an ad-free experience, WiFi connectivity, and a feature for jotting down notes on texts.
- The Kindle Paperwhite (2024 model) offers premium features like a larger-than-ever 6.8-inch high-contrast screen, waterproofing, and long battery life at a reasonable cost, making it an ideal choice for avid readers who want a balanced e-reader.
- In the world of digital reading, the Kindle Oasis stands out as the luxury option with sleek design, premium materials, advanced lighting technology, and a larger screen, catering to readers seeking a high-end reading experience but with a higher price tag.
- For budget-conscious readers, the Basic Kindle (2024 release) provides a straightforward e-reader experience, offering a compact design, long battery life, and affordability, ideal for those who只需要阅读数字书籍而不需要额外的功能，如水 proofing 或 warm light。
