Best ebook readers June 2026
Looking for a new ebook reader? This guide helps you compare the top models on the market right now. We've gathered key features, pros, and cons to help you find the perfect device for your reading habits and budget, based on independent rankings.
Last updated: 23 June 2026
Ebook Readers: Top 5
1
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2024
from £119.9910 stores
from £119.99
10 stores
2
Amazon Kindle 2024
from £79.999 stores
from £79.99
9 stores
3
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition 12th Gen (2024)
from £144.708 stores
from £144.70
8 stores
4
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (2024)
from £174.998 stores
from £174.99
8 stores
5
Kobo Libra Colour 32GB
from £186.888 stores
from £186.88
8 stores
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2024 offers a premium reading experience with its large, high-resolution 7-inch screen. With 16GB of storage and a modern USB-C port, it is a well-rounded and reliable device for avid readers.
Pros
Sharp 300 DPI E-ink screen
Generous 7-inch display
Modern USB-C charging port
16GB storage for thousands of books
Cons
No AC adapter included
Does not have built-in speakers
The Amazon Kindle 2024 is the most compact and lightweight option in the lineup. It boasts a sharp 300 DPI screen, 16GB of storage, and USB-C charging, making it a great entry point into digital reading.
Pros
Very lightweight at only 158g
Crisp 300 DPI display for sharp text
Compact and portable 6-inch screen
Features a modern USB-C port
Cons
Backlight can have a blueish tint
Cannot be used to borrow books from some libraries
Very basic web browser
The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is a premium reader featuring a large 6.8-inch screen and an impressive 32GB of storage. Key upgrades include a water-resistant design, making it ideal for reading by the pool or in the bath.
Pros
Large 32GB storage capacity
Water-resistant design for worry-free reading
Supports EPUB file format
Sharp 6.8-inch screen with 300 DPI
Cons
No memory card slot for expansion
Does not include an AC power adapter
The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition brings color to the E-ink experience, making it a great choice for reading graphic novels, comics, and magazines. It features a high-resolution 7-inch screen that displays both color content and crisp black-and-white text.
Pros
Colour E-ink display
High resolution for sharp text and images
Large 7-inch screen
Cons
Only 16GB of storage
Colour reproduction is more muted than on a tablet
Limited to JPEG for image files
The Kobo Libra Colour is a versatile color ebook reader with 32GB of storage and a water-resistant body. Unlike Kindle, it offers native support for borrowing library books via Overdrive and allows for handwritten notes with a compatible stylus (sold separately).
Pros
Colour E-ink display for richer content
Supports borrowing books via Overdrive
Water-resistant design
Generous 32GB of internal storage
Allows note-taking with a stylus
Cons
Stylus for note-taking is sold separately
Library access depends on local system support
Compare specifications
| Screen size | 7 inches | 6 inches | 6.8 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Text files supported | TXT, HTML, PDF, DOC, MOBI | — | TXT, PDF, EPUB, MOBI | — | — |
| Features | — | — | Lighting, Water resistant | — | Water resistant |
| Memory size | 16GB | 16GB | 32GB | 16GB | 32GB |
How we built the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular with our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert reviews. Specifically, we take into account how many users follow a product through price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in stores. No products are paid placements — the ranking is governed solely by data.
