Kindle Black Friday deals 2023: SAVE up to 24% on Amazon’s e-reader
WHETHER you’ve always got your head in a book or you’re just after making your holiday reading a little less heavy going – who wants to lug a load of paperbacks to the beach – then Black Friday is the time to look out for a new e-reader.
Amazon’s iconic product in all its glorious incarnations is bound to be on offer in the upcoming sale so start thinking about your Black Friday Kindle now, whether as a gift to yourself or for a bookworm you know.
- Shop Kindle Black Friday deals at Amazon - here
Amazon's Kindle is the perfect reading companion, users can choose from thousands of titles and audiobooks. If you're hoping to snap one up for a reduced price, there's no better time than Black Friday.
Best live Kindle deals
- Kindle Scribe (32 GB) 10.2” Paperwhite Display With Premium Pen, £289.99 (was £379.99) from Amazon – buy here
- Kindle 2022 6" Display, Denim 16 GB, £69.99 (was £84.99) from Amazon – buy here
- Kindle Paperwhite 16 GB 6.8” Display With Adjustable Warm Light, £114.99 (was £149.99) from Amazon – buy here
- Kindle 2022 6" EReader 16 GB, £69.99 (was £84.99) from Currys – buy here
- Kindle 2022 6 Inch Display Wi-Fi 16 GB EReader, £69.99 (was £84.99) from Argos – buy here
When is Black Friday 2023?
Black Friday always falls the day after Thanksgiving in the US, this year that date is November 24.
The sale has grown from one day to a spectacular long weekend event, culminating in Cyber Monday.
Retailers around the world now take part in this huge shopping bonanza, discounting thousands of products for eager shoppers with an eye for a bargain across clothes, homewares, beauty, electronics and much more.
It’s the perfect time of year to make big purchases such as furniture or white goods as you could save hundreds of pounds, while with Christmas just around the corner, it’s also a great time to start Christmas shopping and stocking up on gifts.
When does the Kindle Black Friday sale end?
We can’t know yet when the Kindle Black Friday sale will end as Amazon has still to announce details, but it’s safe to say that the best bargains and discounts will be had from Black Friday until the end of the day on Cyber Monday, the official end of the Black Friday sales.
Cyber Monday this year is November 27, whilst it was once seen as the online-only day for sales, it has merged into the Cyber Weekend now - often a day with last-minute promotions pop up.
While Amazon is the obvious choice for Kindle Black Friday deals, the e-reader is sold by a few other stores so it’s worth checking them out too.
Some retailers however continue their discounts into December and even longer, so we’ll just have to wait and see if Amazon will do that this time around. Check back here frequently and as soon as we know, you’ll know.
Is Black Friday 2023 a good time to buy a Kindle?
It’s safe to assume that most Kindle models will be discounted at some point during the Black Friday sales, as this has been the case with Kindle in past years.
While Amazon will offer the majority of Kindle deals, it pays to shop around and check prices on rival retailer websites, such as Argos or John Lewis to see their discounts and whether you might be able to pick up a bargain there.
You can also check out the website CamelCamelCamel, which keeps a record of the price changes on Amazon and can help you sniff out the best deals.
- Shop Kindle Black Friday deals at Amazon - here
Which retailers have the best Kindle deals in 2023?
Amazon will, of course, lead the way here as the online giant is the producer of the e-reader.
There are certain to be loads of great deals announced on Black Friday and even before, with many retailers now offering discounts from the start of November.
Even better, some discounts will be available into December and perhaps even until the end of the year.
The way to make sure you get the best deal is to do your research beforehand, so you’re ready to go when the big deals are announced on Black Friday.
And don't forget, Amazon isn't the only place you can buy a Kindle. It's also worth keeping an eye out on these stores to find the best price.
What Black Friday Kindle deals were available last year?
Amazon always has super deals on Kindles and last year was no exception. We've listed some of our favourite offers from last year:
- Kindle Paperwhite, £94.99 (saving £35)
- Kindle Oasis, £169.99 (saving £60)
- Kindle Paperwhite Kids, £109.99 (saving £30)
- Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle, £132.97 (saving £50)
- Kindle Oasis Essentials Bundle, £262.97 (saving £80)
This year expect to find equally great deals from Amazon on Kindle.
It’s also worth checking out what other retailers are offering in the way of discounts. Currys, John Lewis and Argos all sell the Kindle so don’t forget to do your research before parting with your cash to make sure you’ve found the best deal for you on the model you want.
What is the best Kindle you can buy in 2023?
There are a few types of Kindle on the market, we've outlined some of the differences below to help you choose what's right for you.
Kindle (2022)
- Kindle, from £84.99 - buy here
The standard Kindle has a 300 ppi display and a glare-free display so it can be read in bright sunlight.
It's got a 16GB capacity; enough to store thousands of books and a battery life that will last up to six weeks.
You can also buy it with or without ads that will displayed on the lock screen when you're not using your device. The device with ads is £10 cheaper than the version without, at the time of writing.
Kindle Paperwhite
- Kindle Paperwhite, from £149.99 - buy here
The Kindle Paperwhite has many of the same features as its cheaper cousin, but, for the extra money, you get a larger display, more storage, and longer battery life.
The Paperwhite is waterproof, so you can read in the bath or by the pool stress-free. And, as an added bonus, you can connect the Paperwhite to your Audible account and your Bluetooth headphones to listen to continue your reading on the go.
Like the standard Kindle, you can opt to save a tenner by buying a version with ads displayed on the lock screen.
Kindle Oasis
- Kindle Oasis, from £229.99 - buy here
The Oasis boasts Kindle's most ergonomic design, faster page turning and a range of backlighting settings to make your latest read a dream.
It's the perfect accessory for a poolside read or for curling up with in bed.
Kindle Scribe
- Kindle Scribe, from £329.99 - buy here
The Scribe is Kindle's most advanced offering to date. It allows you to annotate the books you're reading (ideal for students or for book club reads) as well as open up separate notebooks so you can have your thoughts in their own space.
It's got a large 10.2" display and you can use it to make notes on PDFs and Microsoft Word documents.
Kindle Kids
- Kindle Kids £104.99 - buy here
The main difference between the regular Kindle and the Kindle Kids is the variety of fun cases you get with the Kids' version, plus you get a two-year warranty, instead of the regular one-year version
How much does a Kindle cost?
The last Kindle released in 2022 costs from £84.99 - that's for the most basic and cheapest model.
If you're looking for more functionality, you can expect to pay £149.99 for the Kindle Paperwhite, from £229.99 for the Kindle Oasis and from £329.99 for the Kindle Scribe.
It's also worth watching for special offers. Amazon will be your first port of call but don't forget other retailers sell Kindle too, so it's worth checking out what deals they're offering before buying.
Expect to find a good selection of deals from retailers on Black Friday through to Cyber Monday.
Is it free to read books on Kindle?
Yes, there are thousands of free books available to read on your Kindle covering fiction and non-fiction, and all genres, such as romance, comedy, thrillers and health. There’s a great selection of books for kids too.
Some titles on Kindle you do have to pay for – generally new releases and best sellers – but there are thousands of books to browse in all categories and prices vary, so you will easily find something to suit your reading tastes.
You can also download free books as part of your Amazon Prime subscription, or you can sign up for Kindle Unlimited. This has a monthly subscription fee, but with it, you gain access to millions of books, as well as audiobooks and magazine subscriptions.
Can an iPad be used as a Kindle?
Yes, an iPad can be used as a Kindle through the Kindle app. Simply download the app from the Apple app store and you will be able to read books in the same way you can on your Kindle device.
You can then use your iPad as a Kindle, alongside using it for all its usual functions, such as email, browsing the internet and storing photos.
A Kindle app for your iPhone is also available making it easy to continue reading that novel you don’t want to put down during your morning or evening commute or catch up with the latest issue of your favourite magazine.
Is there a monthly charge for Kindle?
There is a monthly charge for the Kindle Unlimited service, you can find out more information here.
How much does a Kindle delivery cost?
If you're a Prime member, your Kindle delivery won't cost you anything and you'll be eligible for next-day delivery.
This might vary depending on which retailer you opt to buy from.
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