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"I have to say that in my early days of use with the Voyage, I'm already loathe to give it up."
– Tech radar "No previous e-reader has managed that leap to being glamorous – the sort of thing you’d show off on the tube. This slim, sharp-angled beauty is exactly that – and it’s going to be on a lot of bookworm’s Christmas lists." – The Metro "The Voyage is the best eReader we’ve ever seen, refining everything from the previous Kindle." – Expertreviews.com "The Kindle Voyage is an ereader for someone who wants the very best reading experience." – TrustedReviews |
Kindle Voyage is our most advanced e-reader ever. Intuitive, simple and refined, Kindle Voyage lets you get lost in your story.
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| Kindle | Kindle Paperwhite | Kindle Voyage | |
| Shop now | Shop now | Shop now | |
| Price | from £49.00 | from £99.00 | from £169.00 |
| Screen Size | 6" | 6" | 6" |
| Glare-free Screen | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Light | No | Yes | Yes + Adaptive front light |
| Page Turns | Touchscreen | Touchscreen | Touchscreen + PagePress |
| Resolution | 167 ppi | 212 ppi | 300 ppi |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + free 3G | Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + free 3G |
| Battery Life | Battery lasts weeks on a single charge | Battery lasts weeks on a single charge | Battery lasts weeks on a single charge |
| Storage | Holds thousands of books | Holds thousands of books | Holds thousands of books |
| Dimensions | 169 mm x 119 mm x 10.2 mm | 169 mm x 117 mm x 9.1 mm | 162 mm x 115 mm x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 191 grams |
Wi-Fi: 206 grams Wi-Fi + 3G: 215 grams |
Wi-Fi: 180 grams Wi-Fi + 3G: 188 grams |
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
579 of 600 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Slick cosmetics and oh-so-crisp screen. Wifi or 3G version? (Edited on 6/12/14 to add 'Software Update' section)
5 Nov 2014
By Mister G
TOP 50 REVIEWER
Connectivity Technology:Wi-Fi Only|Verified Purchase
I own the Kindle Keyboard (`KK'), the Kindle Paperwhite 2 (i.e. 2013's model) (`PW2') and now the Kindle Voyage (in effect, the Kindle Paperwhite 3). I will compare the three and give my opinion on whether the upgrade is worth it. I will also give my personal opinion on whether or not paying extra for the 3G version (of this or any Kindle) is worth it. As some people will be new to the Kindle, I will cover a few basics first.
1. BASICS - WHY BUY A KINDLE?
It used to be the case that there was, arguably, not much of an advantage of a Kindle over physical books. Kindle books used to be virtually the same price as new paperbacks, which always seemed wrong, and paperbacks had the advantage that you could pass them on after you had read them.
The game changer, in my opinion, was the Kindle Paperwhite due to its frontlight. At that point, Kindles offered a distinct advantage over paperbacks - you could read books in the dark (with a light so subtle that it is unlikely to wake up your partner in bed). But the frontlight goes beyond that - it improves reading indoors in daylight, and makes the screen appear more white, like paper (without the light, the screen looks green or grey). The frontlight can be found on the Paperwhite 1, Paperwhite 2 & Voyage.
What also changed was the pricing - Kindle books started to cost less than paperbacks, often significantly so. Further, Amazon runs sales regularly (for example a Summer Sale, Autumn Sale, Christmas Sale, Spring Sale etc. - they even had one for the Golden Jubilee) where books are discounted, often to approximately 99p. Amazon also runs a Daily Deal where books are discounted until midnight (they started with one book per day; now it tends to be three or more). Recently it has added a Monthly Deal. Read more ›
1. BASICS - WHY BUY A KINDLE?
It used to be the case that there was, arguably, not much of an advantage of a Kindle over physical books. Kindle books used to be virtually the same price as new paperbacks, which always seemed wrong, and paperbacks had the advantage that you could pass them on after you had read them.
The game changer, in my opinion, was the Kindle Paperwhite due to its frontlight. At that point, Kindles offered a distinct advantage over paperbacks - you could read books in the dark (with a light so subtle that it is unlikely to wake up your partner in bed). But the frontlight goes beyond that - it improves reading indoors in daylight, and makes the screen appear more white, like paper (without the light, the screen looks green or grey). The frontlight can be found on the Paperwhite 1, Paperwhite 2 & Voyage.
What also changed was the pricing - Kindle books started to cost less than paperbacks, often significantly so. Further, Amazon runs sales regularly (for example a Summer Sale, Autumn Sale, Christmas Sale, Spring Sale etc. - they even had one for the Golden Jubilee) where books are discounted, often to approximately 99p. Amazon also runs a Daily Deal where books are discounted until midnight (they started with one book per day; now it tends to be three or more). Recently it has added a Monthly Deal. Read more ›
89 of 95 people found the following review helpful
Connectivity Technology:Wi-Fi + Free 3G|Verified Purchase
Buyer beware! Since buying this device I have discovered that some of the books advertised as being available for purchase / download on to Kindle are, in fact, incompatible with the new Kindle Voyage. This has been checked out and found to be so by the Amazon help desk team. Because these books are needed for work (and having them on a Kindle device would make searching for references easy) I am seriously having to think about buying a previous version of Kindle.
Needless to say I am not impressed - particularly as there was no advance warning about this shortfall in either the spec or advance publicity.
Needless to say I am not impressed - particularly as there was no advance warning about this shortfall in either the spec or advance publicity.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Connectivity Technology:Wi-Fi Only|Verified Purchase
I was a bit unsure if it was worthwhile replacing my much loved Paperwhite, but couldn't resist it after reading the reviews. I love my Voyage. The text is clearer and easier to read. Page turning is smooth and simple. I find that I like to set my own light level rather use "auto", but have no problem with tired eyes. If you like to get stuck into a good book and read for hours, the Voyage is for you.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By Lady Fancifull
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Connectivity Technology:Wi-Fi Only|Verified Purchase
I kept doggedly on with my Kindle Keyboard, which worked absolutely fine as a reader, and missed the Touch and The Paperwhite 1 and 2 because I had become happy with pressing the page to turn, and wanted to avoid my often grubby fingers endlessly greasing the screen.
But where the KK was too frustrating to stay with, was the ponderous underlining, note-making and Go To Searching with the 4 way button.
So...........the Voyage got some good, very detailed early reviews, particularly from the first spotlit one by Mr G. whose review was enormously helpful, and make me take the plunge.
I was prepared for the month long delay while Amazon were waiting new stock, as their return policy is so much better than anyone else's, so just in case the Voyage didn't please me as much as I hoped it would, it seemed a better idea than getting it immediately from another retailer who would only allow return of faulty goods.
Well, the month long delay raised my expectations higher and higher, and I'm pleased to say I haven't been disappointed.
However, reading the reviews it is clear that there IS a fault on some of them, as several reviewers have complained about variable light on the screen, bottom to top. I'm a lucky one without this annoyance.
Yes it is a big price jump, from Paperwhite to this, but for me, the page press, the adaptive (and adjustable) built in light, the sharp sharp sharp resolution, the good choice of personalisation (pressure sensitivity, touch feedback, lighting level, choice of fonts, sizes, landscape or portrait reading, margins on page etc) are spiffy. I think some of these were also included in Paperwhite, but not all. One very happy reader with her reader
But where the KK was too frustrating to stay with, was the ponderous underlining, note-making and Go To Searching with the 4 way button.
So...........the Voyage got some good, very detailed early reviews, particularly from the first spotlit one by Mr G. whose review was enormously helpful, and make me take the plunge.
I was prepared for the month long delay while Amazon were waiting new stock, as their return policy is so much better than anyone else's, so just in case the Voyage didn't please me as much as I hoped it would, it seemed a better idea than getting it immediately from another retailer who would only allow return of faulty goods.
Well, the month long delay raised my expectations higher and higher, and I'm pleased to say I haven't been disappointed.
However, reading the reviews it is clear that there IS a fault on some of them, as several reviewers have complained about variable light on the screen, bottom to top. I'm a lucky one without this annoyance.
Yes it is a big price jump, from Paperwhite to this, but for me, the page press, the adaptive (and adjustable) built in light, the sharp sharp sharp resolution, the good choice of personalisation (pressure sensitivity, touch feedback, lighting level, choice of fonts, sizes, landscape or portrait reading, margins on page etc) are spiffy. I think some of these were also included in Paperwhite, but not all. One very happy reader with her reader
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Coming from an old keyboard Kindle this is like moving from night to day
5 Dec 2014
By Paul Beadle
Connectivity Technology:Wi-Fi Only|Verified Purchase
Coming from an old keyboard Kindle this is like moving from night to day. The adjustable backlight makes it all worthwhile to me. Gone is the light on a stick coming from the Kindle cover that lit half the room up. Now it is infinitely adjustable & guaranteed not to disturb your partner in bed at night. It has improved dramatically on all fronts. Best in class albeit hefty on the wallet. I went for the cheaper wifi model because it is ubiquitous these days. Nice job Amazon.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Connectivity Technology:Wi-Fi + Free 3G|Verified Purchase
Just came back from a good Amazon customer service call regarding the crash/lockup problem. There may be an issue with the Times Newspaper download. They will be monitoring this issue, so please give Amazon a call if your Voyage is locking up. It is a great device if it works, but like any new product will have its teething problems. Let's give Amazon a chance to correct before we go nuclear. Takes them only 10 minutes to walk you through a reset. Worth doing.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it! If you are a 'dedicated' e-reader
Love it! If you are a 'dedicated' e-reader, this is the one for you. I cannot add any more than the 'reviewers' already have . Expensive, but you are worth it. Read more
Published 2 hours ago by Mrs B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
We bought two so that we exchange libraries and are extremely pleased...
My husband and I bought a new kindle each as my husband's old one nearly died when we were on holiday in Mauritius! Read more
Published 4 hours ago by Ann Chapman
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bookcase given up to DVDs & CDs now
Having the Kindle and then the Kindle Paperwhite, which I found to be magic except the page turning didn't always react correctly, I was really excited by the new Kindle Voyage... Read more
Published 16 hours ago by Lost Scot
1.0 out of 5 stars
Awful and untested
Shocking product crashed right out of the box. Amazon have even lost it on return, best place for it
Published 17 hours ago by andy@goldingsway.demon.co.uk
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love it
Thought the paperwhite display was good but this is very impressive by comparison and feels much lighter.
Published 1 day ago by Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
I Love It!
The Kindle Voyage was everything I hoped it would be when I ordered it. It's smaller and lighter than my old Kindle and the screen resolution is excellent. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Kindle...
First Kindle so unable to compare with previous versions but excellent device and for some reason I am reading more as it is "easier" to pick up the Kindle for a short... Read more
Published 1 day ago by JOHN POOLEY
5.0 out of 5 stars
The print is very clear and it is great to have the choice of using...
My Kindle Voyage arrived on the day stated and is exactly as advertised. The print is very clear and it is great to have the choice of using the automatic light or changing the... Read more
Published 1 day ago by june m proctor
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very good - would have been useful to have had a ...
Very good - would have been useful to have had a better instruction manual but apart from that slight glitch. The resolution is superb
Published 1 day ago by Mrs. Denise E. J. Best
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful thing
Wonderful thing, so excited to get the kindle after having the keyboard kindle but wanting a lit screen. Read more
Published 1 day ago by daisyboot
