Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I have two 32GB Kindle Oasis that have several valuable features that this Kindle does not BUT they cost several hundred dollars more. They're great devices but expensive. So I just bought this basic Kindle for carrying around in my purse. The screen is about the same height for both Kindle models but the width of the basic Kindle screen is noticeably narrower than that of the Oasis. The basic Kindle's case is made of mostly recycled plastic and all movement among options are accomplished by sweeping your finger across the screen -- no buttons. Because the case is plastic rather than metal, this basic Kindle weighs about an ounce less which matters when carried around all day. The power button would be better on the top of the Kindle but I am pleased that it uses USB-C rather than the archaic mini-USB that the Oasis still uses. The16GB storage is quite generous and better than the base Paperwhite model. This uses wifi only and doesn't offer a cellular option I find the basic Kindle's screen remarkably good despite being lit by so few LEDs. The screen is the same 300 ppi as all other Kindles but appears slightly  less crisp because of the basic model's 4 LEDs. I find it easy on my eyes however. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the ad-filled screensaver can be easily removed FOR FREE (but only if you call in) because the Content and Devices, Devices, page for your Kindle will say the removal is free. Alternatively, rather than paying $20 more to purchase the Kindle without that screensaver, you can call to have it removed for $15. The issue is not the content of the screensaver. It's that any cover with a magnetic closure stops on the ad screensaver but opens directly to the book you were reading with the standard screensaver. I believe that both the free and $15 prices for removal are in error so I would suggest having the ad-filled screensaver removed immediately. I encourage you to accept the free four months of Kindle Unlimited included with current purchases. KU allows you to select (and keep indefinitely) up to 20 items. This is a bargain worth $40 so why leave money on the table? Also for the cash-conscious, other than using those four free months of KU, do use your library card to connect your new Kindle to the Libby app. The app will search for Kindle books at your library and will, after setup, load your library books onto your Kindle. These free books automatically vanish when your lending period is over. You can also save by checking to see if friends or family have an old Kindle they're not using (working or not). Even the oldest Kindle can be traded in for a cash payment (which may be as little as $10) but the trade-in also gives you 20% off your next new Kindle. I have seen certified, refurbished basic Kindles offered at $79 -- but remember that price doesn't include the four months of KU and it may or may not include free removal of ad screensaver so are not the bargain they appear to be. Three items to tweak in Settings. If you open any book, and tap the top of the page and then the Aa, you can select your own default font, font size, and page setup which will be used for everything you read from then on. I use Helvetica with one unit of bold, size 5 or 6. My layout uses the left option for all four choices. In the More tab  in the same area, you can turn off being notified about how many times various passages have been highlighted by other readers. I also suggest that you use Settings, Device Options, and tap on Display Cover so that the screensaver is the cover of the book you're reading and Settings, Device Options, Advanced, Home & Library, to group your books into series.  I've had Kindles since the first one offered and am never without one in reach. They allow me to read in small bits anywhere. They're great! I continue to be quite happy with my Oasis for reading at home but think this basic Kindle will be a workhorse for carrying around. The reduced size, weight, and cost make this a buy at $99. NOTE: The one downside for some people will be that this Kindle is not waterproof like the Paperwhite and Oasis. I have taken my Kindles to the beach and the tub without ever getting one wet. BUT, if you are someone who must have waterproof, this isn't it.