When E-Readers first came out, they were used for just reading. Now, there are so many E-Readers and tablets on the market that do so much more than reading. You can use them to browse the web, check email, and more. Some people are just not looking for all these extra features. These features can be distracting at times and they really just want the device to well, read. Let’s take a look at the best E-Readers for reading books, PDFs, and articles.
The Kindle Paperwhite, from Amazon, is one of the top E-Readers on the market. This device was truly made for people who just want to read. It is super light weight and its no glare screen makes it ideal for reading in the bright sun. Unlike most regular tablets, the battery on the Kindle Paperwhite lasts for days, so won’t have to stop right when you are really starting to get into a book. One more great thing is that this E-Reader won’t interrupt you with email alerts or other messages, so you can truly dive into a book on this device.
One more cool feature is that the Kindle Paperwhite allows you to take notes while reading. You can then sync these notes with your PC for sharing. This feature is great for students or really anyone trying to learn.
Another top E-Reader on the market today is the Nook from Barnes and Noble. The Nook really does have a great screen for reading. The text fonts are sharp and this E-Reader works well in the bright sun. Like the Kindle Paperwhite, this E-Reader can also go a really long time before it needs a charge, which is great for serious readers. This E-Reader is very light weight and can store thousands of books.
To be honest, the Nook and Paperwhite have a lot of the same features and abilities, so it really just comes down to personal preference. I can’t really say that one is better than the other. I personally like the Paperwhite, but that is just because I am more used to Amazon site and products.
This E-Reader from Sony is another solid choice. This device is currently the lightest E-Reader on the market. The screen on this E-Reader is pretty solid as well, although I personally think the Kindle and Nook’s are slightly better. This E-Reader has great integration with local libraries, making it super easy to borrow books with this device. It will even let you know how many days you have left on a borrowed library book. I think this is the feature that really makes it stand apart from the Nook and Paperwhite. Like the other top E-Readers, the Sony Reader can also last for days when it comes to battery life.
Overall, all 3 of the E-Readers on this list are ideal for reading. If you are a serious reader, I would highly recommend one of these E-Readers over trying to use an iPad or other tablet. You will be surprised how big of a difference you will notice when using a dedicated E-Reader.