Amazon Kindle Oasis 6"

Overview

The Amazon Kindle Oasis is the best ebook reader money can buy, but the Kindle Paperwhite remains a more realistic choice for all but the most well-heeled readers.

-- As reviewed by PCMag

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 44 expert reviews

Excellent:

22
Good:

18
Average:

3
Bad:

1

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Last revision on March 12, 2019

Reviewers Liked

Sharp, bright screen
Excellent, ergonomic design
2-month battery life
Included leather case is great
Comes with a charging case
Looks great

Reviewers Didn't Like

Cover doesn't protect entire reader
Doesn't do much more than the $100 Paperwhite
No adaptive front light
It's still not waterproof
Very expensive

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Expert reviews and ratings

The original Oasis had some problems. It was by far the most expensive Kindle, but it wasn't the most advanced. It was a case of form over function. The new Kindle Oasis flips that position on its head and delivers more. It's the full functionality of...

By Pocket-lint on July 10, 2018

The Oasis 2017 is without a doubt Amazon's best Kindle to date. It's got all the specs, and a price to match. The Oasis 2017, just so you know, starts at Rs 21,999 and goes all the way to Rs 28,999. But, it's way ahead of its time. At least, in India it...

By IndiaToday on January 29, 2018

Once again, Amazon has delivered a premium Kindle for the lucky few. While it's expensive, the new Oasis is at least cheaper than the last one. It also has some useful features that you won't find on any other Kindle. If you have the means, it's the...

By Engadget on October 31, 2017

Believe it or not, Amazon's Kindle e-reader platform is 10 years old. And that anniversary is a perfect opportunity for Amazon to release its most feature-packed e-reader ever.The 2017 Kindle Oasis boasts a larger 7-inch E Ink screen and support for...

By cnet on October 11, 2017

100

Amazon has given its top-end Kindle some genuinely useful upgrades, without compromising on design or battery life. Everyone can appreciate a bigger screen, and waterproofing has been a long time coming. Audiobooks over Bluetooth open up a whole new way...

By Stuff on October 11, 2017

100

Yes, it's expensive, but the Kindle Oasis is a brilliant bit of design and easily the best eReader...

By Expert Reviews on June 26, 2017

When it comes to reading, I do most of mind on large dual-screen monitors and as the hours tick by and night falls, my eyes often protest. The display on the Kindle is fundamentally different technology and means your eyes will be happy, even after...

By techau.com.au on October 16, 2016

The e-ink screen doesn't always feel as responsive as it should and environmental lighting remains a factor even if there are some cool gains in battery life to be found here. If you're looking to spent $400 on a dedicated e-reader, this is definitely...

By Channel News Australia on September 09, 2016

It's the best Kindle by far, but it's not the best value in e-readers.

By TechHive on August 24, 2016

So, should you buy one? I've got a few answers to this question. If you demand the very best out of every piece of hardware you own, cost be damned, then yes, you'll be happy with the Kindle Oasis. Despite the shortcomings of its cellular...

By Macworld on August 12, 2016

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Amazon Kindle Oasis 6"

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Price: $289

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