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Amazon Prime Day is less than a week away. The annual shopping event is being held on July 12 and 13, and we're already seeing early deals on tons of products, including big discounts on Amazon's Kindle e-readers.
Kindle Oasis, Kindle Paperwhite, and the standard Kindle all made our list of the best e-readers, so we highly recommend snagging one of these models when they're on sale. During Prime Day last year, individual Kindle devices were discounted up to 40%; we also saw deals on bundles with Kindles and accessories.
Though official Prime Day 2022 deals haven't been announced yet, you can snag an early discount on the Kindle Kids Edition and up to 50% off select Kindle bundles right now. Here's a full rundown of early Kindle deals and what to expect during the sale.
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© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Kindle Kids EditionThe Kindle Kids Edition includes a 10th gen Kindle, a year of Amazon Kids+, and a kid-friendly cover of your choosing.$49.99 FROM AMAZON Originally $109.99 | Save 55%
© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Kindle Oasis Essentials Bundle with fabric coverThe Kindle Oasis is Amazon’s top-of-the-line e-reader that features a larger screen with a flush front design that’s easier to grip, a brighter screen with lights that automatically adjust, and physical page turn buttons.$194.47 FROM AMAZON Originally $309.97 | Save 37%
© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Kindle Oasis Essentials Bundle with leather coverThe Kindle Oasis is Amazon’s top-of-the-line e-reader that features a larger screen with a flush front design that’s easier to grip, a brighter screen with lights that automatically adjust, and physical page turn buttons. It’s the right choice for book lovers that are willing to pay extra for the best reading experience. This bundle comes with a power adapter and cover.$201.97 FROM AMAZON Originally $319.97 | Save 37%
© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Kindle Essentials BundleAmazon’s cheapest Kindle features a 6-inch screen with a built-in front light and is capable of storing thousands of books. This bundle includes a power adapter and a fabric cover, making it a good choice for those who want to add some extra protection to their e-reader.$72.97 FROM AMAZON Originally $139.97 | Save 48%
© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Kindle Essentials Bundle with printed coverAmazon’s cheapest Kindle features a 6-inch screen with a built-in front light and is capable of storing thousands of books.$67.97 FROM AMAZON Originally $134.97 | Save 50%
Amazon's line of cases for the Kindle can be fairly expensive, so Prime Day is an especially good time to snag one for a discounted price. Last year we saw fabric and leather cases for the Paperwhite, Oasis, and basic Kindle models up to 27% off.
Kindle Unlimited is a subscription service offering thousands of ebooks and magazines, which makes it an excellent complement to any Kindle purchase.
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© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Kindle Unlimited Subscription (2 Months)A Kindle Unlimited subscription gets you unlimited access to over 1 million e-books, on top of unlimited access to audiobooks and up to 3 magazine subscriptions.$5.00 FROM AMAZON Originally $20.00 | Save 75%
Amazon Prime Day 2022 will take place on July 12 and 13.
Prime Day deals are exclusive to Amazon Prime subscribers, so you'll need to sign up to get Kindle discounts. Amazon Prime costs $15 a month or $139 per year, but new users can get their first 30 days with full benefits for free.
© Provided by Business Insider Amazon Prime Monthly Subscription$14.99 FROM AMAZON
While we don't know exactly what deals Amazon has in store for Kindles on Prime Day 2022, it's expected that discounts will be similar to those of past Prime Days.
During last year's Prime Day event, the basic Kindle, which normally starts at $90, was on sale for $55. The Kindle Paperwhite (normally $140) was priced at $80, and the Kindle Oasis was $185, down from $250.
Since last year's Prime Day, Amazon released two new Kindles: the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition ($190) and the Kindle Paperwhite Kids Edition ($160). Both of these models could be discounted this year.
When choosing the best Kindle for your needs, start by figuring out how frequently you think you'll use it, and where. If you're on a budget and only plan to occasionally use your Kindle at home, you'll likely be satisfied with the standard model.
However, if you plan to read on frequent camping trips or beach days, the more expensive Oasis is a better fit thanks to its more advanced, travel-friendly features like automatic brightness and water resistance.
You can also save $20 by buying an ad-supported Kindle, which means the lock screen will feature advertisements for Kindle Unlimited books. While these ads aren't that annoying, some buyers may prefer to pay more for an ad-free experience.
If you're not a frequent reader, you may want to download the free Kindle app and try downloading a few ebooks to read on your phone, tablet, or computer. You may realize you're just fine without a dedicated e-reader, or maybe you want a device with a bigger color screen for comic books and magazines, like the Fire HD 10 tablet.
Also, keep in mind that Kindle is Amazon's brand of e-reader, but it's not the only one out there. For example, Kobo also earned top marks in our buying guide with its easy to use, water-resistant models.
Yes, Prime Day is one of the best times to buy a Kindle. Amazon devices, including Kindle e-readers, typically drop to all-time low prices during Amazon's annual sale.
Amazon offers an upgrade program for Kindle owners to trade in their old devices for store credit and get a 20% discount on a new model.
The amount you'll receive for your trade-in will depend on how old your Kindle is, and it will be applied to your account as an Amazon gift card. A separate credit for 20% off a new Kindle will also be added to your Kindle account, regardless of how old or broken your Kindle is, and you can apply that to Prime Day discounts.
Most Kindle models are worth between $5 and $25 in Amazon trade-in credit, while the latest Kindle Oasis can be traded for $75.