Time is flying, and holiday shopping season is nearly here. In fact, Black Friday is less than a week away. Whether you’re looking to score deals on around-the-house must-haves or gifts for friends and family, this is typically the best time of year to get discounts on everything you may be looking for.
Also: Black Friday 2024: Everything to know
If one of those gifts you have in mind (for yourself or a loved one) is a Kindle, Black Friday is the time to buy one: Amazon runs deep discounts on its e-readers and Kindle accessories during these deals events, including on some of the brand-new Kindle models that just came out. I follow Kindle deals all year long and have rounded up the best early Black Friday Kindle deals we’ve found so far here.
Our favorite Kindle deals for Black Friday 2024
- Kindle Paperwhite: $130 (save $30 at Amazon): The Kindle Paperwhite is a delightful fit for people who are already sold on e-readers and want one with a longer battery (12 weeks) and a responsive display.
- New Kindle base model: $85 (save $20 at Amazon): This is the Kindle most people should buy if they’re looking for their first e-reader.
- New Kindle Essentials Bundle: $117 (save $45): The base model Kindle is what I’d recommend to most people if they’ve never owned an e-reader before. This bundle packages the Kindle, a case, and a power adapter together.
- New Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition: $155 (save $45 at Amazon): The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition promises more storage for your favorite books with 32GB, compared to the non-Signature Edition’s 16GB.
- New Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle: $480 (save $60): You can already get Amazon’s brand-new Kindle Scribe at a discount if you opt for the Essentials Bundle. It comes with a leather cover and a power adapter, too.
- Kindle Oasis (International Version): $135 (save $135): Save 50% on a Kindle Oasis with an ergonomic handrest and page-turn buttons (but note that this deal applies to those outside the US only).
- Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition: $238 (save $20): The 2022 Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition comes with a fabric cover and a charging dock.
- Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Essentials Bundle: $245 (save $20): This 2022 Kindle Paperwhite is two years old, but if you aren’t interested in purchasing the newer Kindle and want a good deal on an e-reader and charging dock, this is a solid pick. The Paperwhite is also our tested pick for the best Kindle overall.
- Kindle Paperwhite Charging Dock: $22 (save $10): Wirelessly charge your Paperwhite with this device that’s $10 off.
- Kindle Scribe Slimshell Case: $22 (save $14): If you just purchased the new Kindle Scribe, this case is fit for it and at a 40% discount right now.
- Base Model Kindle Case: $10 (save $20): This cover is for the base model Kindle. It fits both the new base model that came out in 2024 and the 2022 model.
- Amazon Fire Max 11: $175 (save $90): Maybe you don’t just want an e-reader, but also something you can check emails and watch videos on. This is one of our favorite Fire tablets, and offers all those capabilities for nearly the same price as a Kindle Paperwhite.
- Current price: $85
- Original price: $110
I’ve tested a few e-readers in my day but I’ve found that the new base model Kindle proves the most useful for most people. It’s the lightest and most compact Kindle out of the lineup, with a six-inch display that I can fit into my coat pocket and a six-week battery life that makes charging a breeze. I’ve loved reading my novels on it on the go, and with such an agreeable price (and $25 discount), I know it will be a great present for the bookworm in your life.
- Current price: $130
- Original price: $160
The Kindle Paperwhite is a boosted version of the Kindle base model. It’s got double the battery life at 12 weeks (compared to the base model’s six weeks), 16GB of storage, and a speedy display.
- Current price: $175
- Original price: $350
This deal is reserved for readers outside of the US, since this Kindle Oasis is an international version. I tried out the Kindle Oasis, and enjoyed how pocketable it was — I stashed it in my coat pocket to read on the subway, on park benches, and while hanging at home. This Kindle Oasis is the only model in the lineup with an ergonomic handrest, which makes the e-reader easy to read with one hand. Plus, it’s got page turning buttons, if you’re into that.
- Current price: $480
- Original price: $540
The new Kindle Scribe will be released on Dec. 4, but if you’re already sold on it, you can get the e-reader that doubles as an e-notebook for $60 off through this essentials bundle. The Kindle Scribe comes with a redesigned, flush-front 300-ppi display, built-in AI features, and a Premium Pen. The new Kindle Scribe comes in two fun colors, metallic jade and tungsten.
- Current price: $23
- Original price: $33
Forget the USB cord. Charge your Kindle Paperwhite with this charging dock instead, now $10 off.
Black Friday Kindle accessories deals
- Kindle Paperwhite Charging Dock for $22 (save $10): Wirelessly charge your Paperwhite with this device that’s $10 off.
- Kindle Scribe Slimshell Case for $20 (save $16): If you just purchased the new Kindle Scribe, this case is fit for it and at a 45% discount right now.
- Base Model Kindle Case for $10 (save $20): This cover is for the base model Kindle. It fits both the new base model that came out in 2024 and the 2022 model.
- CoBak Clear Kindle Case for $6 (save $4): This case fits the new Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft.
Black Friday Kindle rival deals
- Amazon Fire Max 11 for $175 (save $90): If you want an e-reader that you can also use as a tablet, consider this discount on the Amazon Fire Max 11, which is nearly the same price as a Kindle Paperwhite.
- Refurbished Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet for $75 (save $35): At less than $100, this refurbished Fire HD 8 tablet is far less expensive than any Kindle — on sale or not — and you can access the Kindle app on the tablet to read your ebooks.
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet for $65 (save $75): Whether your little one is reading their very first book or playing word and number games, they can do it all with this tablet.
FAQs
When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday is Nov. 29, though you can expect some products to be discounted a few days ahead and after the deals event. Deals will likely run from Black Friday through Cyber Monday, Dec. 2.
Are Kindles really cheaper on Black Friday?
For some Kindle products, 100% yes. We’ve seen Amazon slash the prices on Kindle Scribes and other models during its Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals events in the past. Your best bet is to buy one during these events when the deals are more substantial.
How did we choose these Black Friday deals?
ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.
We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.
Where can you shop the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals?
You can shop anywhere for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, but the major retailers, like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target, will boast the most (and sometimes, the best) deals.
What are the best Black Friday 2024 deals?
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