Sitting by the pool while sipping a glass of Pina Colada with your favorite book by your side is the perfect way to unwind on holiday. And since it’s the era of gadgets, it’s obvious to want to replace traditional books with ebook versions. On that note, we’ve made a list of some of the best e-readers for enjoying books by the pool. From Agatha Christie to our own e-books with useful tech tips, you can now keep swiping pages away without carrying bulky hardbacks!
Amazon Kindle
If you’re not keen on spending too much on an e-reader but still want all the basics covered, the standard Amazon Kindle is the way to go. It’s the most affordable e-book reader with an e-ink display, so it’s easy on the eyes and on your wallet.
Apart from being one of the most affordable options, the baseline Kindle is also one of the lightest and most compact Kindle devices making it easy to travel with. There’s 16GB of storage along with a claimed battery life of 6 weeks. The only con is that the most affordable variant has lock screen ads which can get annoying. You can pick up the variant without ads but that will set you back a few extra bucks.
Why you should buy: Most affordable e-reader with little to no compromise in terms of basic features.
Kindle Oasis With LTE
The primary difference between the Kindle Oasis and the baseline Kindle is the larger display and support for LTE. As a result, you can see more content on a single page while enjoying the ability to download books without a Wi-Fi connection.
Another big advantage of the Kindle Oasis, especially if you read a lot by the pool, is the IPX8 rating. The Oasis is water-resistant, so a few splashes of water or an accidental drop into the pool will not do any harm. There’s also double the storage at 32GB, so when coupled with the onboard LTE capabilities, you can download as many books as you want, wherever you want!
Why you should buy: Water-resistant so it’s safe to use near the pool or beach, along with built-in LTE capabilities.
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
The new Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is the latest addition to the Kindle family. It has a large display, adjustable screen temperature, and 32GB of onboard storage. While it doesn’t have LTE, it makes up for it with a convenient wireless charging solution to juice up the reader.
The Signature Edition of the Kindle Paperwhite is an absolute endurance champ. It can go on for more than two months without being charged. So, if you’re a nomad, you’ll love the extra battery life. Plus, there’s Qi wireless charging, so you can use your phone’s wireless charger to juice up your Kindle, too.
I would highly recommend the Kindle Paperwhite to those who travel often, primarily because of its excellent battery life and minute brightness control, which helps you read better on a flight.
Why you should buy: Excellent endurance along with auto-adjusting backlight making it easy to read in varying conditions.
Boox Tablet Note Air 3C
Notably, the Boox Note Air 3C is the only e-reader on this list with a color display. Moreover, it’s a full-fledged Android tablet that acts as an e-reader thanks to the color e-ink display. So, if you want to do more than just read books by the pool, this is your best bet.
Since the Boox tablet runs Android, you can install apps from the Play Store to browse the web, play games, or even watch content. Of course, the experience won’t be as good as a dedicated tablet due to the low refresh rate of the screen. However, the included stylus means you can take notes or even sketch on the tablet while you enjoy the breeze by the pool. It’s also useful for students who want to take notes in school on a tablet that feels just like a paper notebook.
Why you should buy: Full-fledged Android OS gives you a lot of flexibility, and the color e-ink display looks beautiful. The included pen lets you take notes which is a bonus.
reMarkable 2 Paper Tablet With Pen
Just like the Boox Note Air 3C, the reMarkable 2 also includes a pen for writing. This makes it a good alternative for students. Since it doesn’t run as functional an OS as the Boox tablet, it can be advantageous because there are fewer distractions when in school.
The reMarkable 2 is a simplistic e-reader that gets the basics right. It’s an excellent note-taking tool thanks to the bundled marker that also has an eraser at the top. A big advantage of getting the reMarkable 2 is its suite of apps for your other computers and smartphones. As and when you take notes, it syncs automatically on your other devices to make it easily accessible. It’s the same with books too. It is quite expensive, but it’s remarkably good if you attend school or take a lot of notes during meetings.
Why you should buy: Seamless sync with other devices and the included stylus make the reMarkable 2 a good pick.
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Last updated on 13 August, 2024
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