E-Reader Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2021
Storm Score 84 out of 100
Reviews 4 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet TechRadar highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the 2021 Kindle Paperwhite for its luxurious, comfortable reading experience and upgraded features like USB‑C and a larger screen, while noting its higher price as justified by the improved design.”

Certified
Critically
Acclaimed 84 / 100
Tier Distribution 4 reviews total
25%
75%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 3 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Larger screen
  • Long battery life
  • Even front lighting
  • USB-C charging port
  • Waterproof
  • Large clear display

Points of Contention

  • Higher price
  • Heavier
  • More expensive than previous models
  • Limited to Amazon’s store

Professional Reviews

4 reviews from 4 critics
90
James Peckham
TechRadar

“The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite remains the must‑have e‑reader for those who don’t want to spend a lot of money on a gadget but also don’t want the most basic option out there.”

Perfect 4.5/5
85
Chaim Gartenberg
The Verge

“Amazon’s updated Paperwhite is its biggest redesign in a decade.”

Acclaimed 8.5/10
80
Alaina Yee
PCWorld

“The higher starting price of the 2021 Kindle Paperwhite is commensurate with its luxurious, comfortable reading experience.”

Acclaimed 4/5
80
Rebecca Isaacs
Digital Trends

“The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite ticks all the major boxes with USB‑C, a bigger screen, and an improved reading experience.”

Acclaimed 4/5

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