Amazon’s Lightest and Most Compact Kindle Is on Sale for Just Over $100 During the Prime Day Sale in October.
Amazon’s October Prime Day sale officially begins tomorrow, but many deals are already available, including significant discounts on iPads, Kindles, and other tablets . Right now, the 2024 Amazon Kindle is on sale for $103.99 (originally $149.99), a deal worth considering for anyone looking for an e-reader, especially after Amazon’s price hike earlier this year.
The basic 16GB model meets all the requirements for a simple e-reader: it offers several weeks of battery life, has a clear, compact screen, and is free of annoying notifications or apps that compete with the book you’re reading. It features a six-inch antiglare display with a 300 ppi resolution, adjustable backlighting, a dark mode for better eye protection, USB-C charging, and plenty of storage.
Weighing just 5.56 ounces, it’s Amazon’s lightest and most compact Kindle yet, a great option for those commuting or traveling, and boasts a battery life of up to six weeks on a single charge. Its key appeal is its simplicity: designed for immersive reading, it’s especially convenient for those who purchase ebooks through Amazon or use a library app that supports Kindle delivery.
If you need a warm reading light or water resistance, you’ll have to choose the Kindle Paperwhite (also 32% off during Amazon Prime Day 2026). However, at around $100, the 2024 Amazon Kindle remains one of the best options for shoppers looking for the simplicity of an e-reader without the Paperwhite’s premium features, or for those who prefer a more functional tablet .