Best e-reader deal: $97 like-new Kindle Paperwhite

SAVE $38: As of Oct. 13, you can pick up a like-new Kindle Paperwhite with 16GB of storage for just $96.99 at Amazon. That's 28% cheaper than buying a brand-new model.

While it has since been replaced with an upgraded model, the 2021 Kindle Paperwhite is still an excellent e-reader — especially when it's less than $100. As of Oct. 13, you can pick one up for just $96.99 (reg. $134.99) and save nearly 30% at Amazon. There's just one catch.

As a "like-new" model, this Kindle Paperwhite has been refurbished, tested, and certified to look and work like a brand-new device. Plus, it comes with the same warranty you'd get when purchasing a new model. It may just come in a generic Amazon box as opposed to a Kindle-specific box, which is no biggie.

Before the 2024 model was released, we touted the 2021 Kindle Paperwhite as the best e-reader on the market. At 6.8 inches, it's an ideal size for most hands, and at just over seven ounces, it won't weigh your arm down while holding it up. It's small enough to slip into a purse and since it's waterproof, you'll never have to stress about spills or splashes. The battery life, at up to 10 weeks, feels never-ending. The 300 ppi glare-free matte screen looks just like a printed page and is bright enough to read in direct sunlight. Plus, it features adjustable warm light and customizable fonts to make your reading experience personalized to your liking.

Sure, the newest Paperwhite device is even better, with faster page turning and even longer battery life, but the 2021 edition still holds a special place in our hearts. Grab a like-new model for under $100 while you can.