Question 1

Which is better, Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) or Kindle Scribe (16 GB)?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) scores higher overall at 9.3/10. The Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) scored 9.3/10 and the Kindle Scribe (16 GB) scored 8.5/10 in our Best Kindle Devices Ranked 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) worth it over the Kindle Scribe (16 GB)?

Accepted Answer

The Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) scores 9.3/10 while the Kindle Scribe (16 GB) scores 8.5/10. The Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Kindle Devices Ranked 2026 category.

Kindle Paperwhite (11th Gen) vs Kindle Scribe (16 GB): Which to Buy?