The 10 best e-readers weve ever tested
See the best e-readers we've tested, with options from Kindle, Kobo, and the tablet world. Grab an e-reader and hit your reading goals.
As of September 2026, the Boox Go 6 has been named the best Kindle alternative. The Kindle Paperwhite remains the best e-reader for the beach and overall, while the Durobo Krono is the best e-reader for audiobooks. Amazon increased the prices of Kindles in August 2026, with the basic Kindle at $149.99 and the Kindle Paperwhite at $199.99.
In July 2026, Boox announced the release of a pocket-sized e-reader, the Picco. Rumors suggested the Picco would be released in November 2026. In July 2026, Xteink dropped the X4 Pro, a new tiny e-reader with a touchscreen. Amazon ceased support for e-readers released in 2012 or earlier, including the first generation Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite.
Kobo announced integration with Storygraph, syncing reading progress with the Storygraph app. Remarkable tablets are known for their access to files within Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive. However, Remarkable proved to be better for document reading and digital journaling than an e-reader. The Boox Go 7 lagged in processing speed, making it difficult to use.
The Boox Palma 2, a palm-sized e-reader with an open Android system, was discontinued, and its availability was dwindling. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition was not included as it is an upgraded version, and the Paperwhite SE now costs $249.99, making it less of a value. The Nook was omitted due to its slow performance and difficulty in uploading library books.
To fill your e-reader without spending money, use Libby, which connects to your library card for borrowing from digital collections.
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