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Amazon - Kindle Scribe without Front Light 16GB (newest model) 11 paper-like display Thinner, lighter, faster - 2025 - Graphite
Average customer rating
4.7
(22 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Amazon - Kindle Scribe without Front Light 16GB (newest model) 11 paper-like display Thinner, lighter, faster - 2025 - Graphite
Customer Rating
4
Paper-like writing, real productivity, zero screen addiction, just wish it played nicer with OneNote
on July 11, 2026
Posted by: JustinC
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So far, I’ve found a use for it. I’m not one for reading books on a tablet, but my wife has liked it. I’ve found the features about the scribe nice. Lightweight and paper like writing feel. Ability to take notes, create to-do lists, and draw out designs without burning up the eraser end of a pencil has been a delightful experience. The connectivity piece is nice, with the capability to export out all of the notes and hand written items to a pdf or OneNote. I wish it had the ability to utilize OneNote and other common apps in a two way fashion, such that I could notate on PowerPoints or One note notebooks etc.
One feature I thought would be a drawback was no backlight display . But it’s actually one of the better things I like about this. Battery last forever and there isn’t a dedicated attention draw to it, unlike phones and other tablets. Once done, you put away and aren’t tempted to continue putzing around, like brightly lit color displays.
One feature I thought would be a drawback was no backlight display . But it’s actually one of the better things I like about this. Battery last forever and there isn’t a dedicated attention draw to it, unlike phones and other tablets. Once done, you put away and aren’t tempted to continue putzing around, like brightly lit color displays.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
Great multi-use device
on July 10, 2026
Posted by: TerraB
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m excited to use the Amazon Kindle Scribe for reading and note taking! I hate having to use a different device for everything so I was excited to try this out knowing all the different things I could use it for. I don’t know a lot on ‘how’ to use it yet but am anxious to learn. Not matter how hard I try to go digital, I am a pen and paper kind of girl so I love that this device is kind of mixing both mediums. I’m a teacher and can’t wait to try it out in our upcoming back to school trainings!
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
3
Good for reading, skip the rest
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: CarinaT
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a physical book reader I was skeptical about the kindle. However, the ability to explore titles, connection with Goodreads, and look & feel of the experience make me more likely to consider it. The reading functionality and games (have played a lot of sudoku) are great experiences. I am excited to have this while I travel.
The additional features like notebook and file import are quite poor. I had to restart the device to get a file to import. I couldn’t see myself being able to accomplish much in a file within the kindle. It is a clunky experience, not obvious how to edit, and little value added to the document. I could see the most benefit from red lining a document but when you write it throws the entire page off and there’s no color option to write with.
Additionally, while I found reading and games to be fine when you’re in a book as soon as you try to navigate back to the Home Screen or between different pages it is not very seamless and not intuitive how to explore around. Scrolling the home page is not very smooth either.
Finally, I wouldn’t buy this product without the backlight. The backlight seems like a necessary feature to get the most value out of the product.
Overall, this was fine for what it is meant for (reading) but wouldn’t recommend it for any features beyond that.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
A library on the go
on June 29, 2026
Posted by: JamesM
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Never owned a tablet like this, with a specific unique purpose. This is for readers on the go who want a whole library at their disposal, without having to carry around a load. Extremely light weight, definitely as thing as a pencil as they described, & it’s simple ui makes it lovely to navigate. The pencil makes it feel as though you are writing & sketching on actual paper, the display is big & clear even without a front light which also makes it less eye straining & allows the battery to function for very long periods of time. A device for an expert reader indeed, very aesthetic as well. Also surprised at how good the AI is.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
4
The Kindle scribe is a great e-reader and digital notebook in one.
on June 28, 2026
Posted by: MichaelP
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using the Kindle Scribe for a couple of weeks now and can tell you this device is an amazing investment. The large, anti glare screen is perfect for reading and taking notes.
I specifically love that the Premium Pen attaches magnetically to the side, never needs charging and is always ready to use. Even my 5 year old loves using it to draw and doodle, making it a fun, mess free creative tool without wasting papers.
The battery lasts for a long time, I haven't had to charge it since we got it. I only wish it comes in more colors. Overall, I recommend Kindle Scribe for anyone looking for great e reader and digital notebook in one place.
I specifically love that the Premium Pen attaches magnetically to the side, never needs charging and is always ready to use. Even my 5 year old loves using it to draw and doodle, making it a fun, mess free creative tool without wasting papers.
The battery lasts for a long time, I haven't had to charge it since we got it. I only wish it comes in more colors. Overall, I recommend Kindle Scribe for anyone looking for great e reader and digital notebook in one place.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
Great for taking notes, even if you’re left handed!
on June 28, 2026
Posted by: AshleyR
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This review is incentived. I received this product in exchange for my honest opinion.
The Amazon Kindle Scribe without Front Light 16GB is so cool! First of all, it was incredibly easy to set up with the Kindle app on my phone. The entire process took less than five minutes.
The interface is easy to use and quite intuitive. I’m not left searching hidden menus for the tasks I’m trying to accomplish.
My very favorite feature, though, is that I have no problems using the pen and writing / drawing functions as a leftie! As most left handed people know, we drag our hands across the page as we write, which can be problematic in both physical and digital writing. This doesn’t do anything frustrating, like add “pen” marks or try to select something I am not trying to select, when my hand drags across the screen.
I’m so excited to be able to use this at home and when traveling. It takes the place of heavy books AND notebooks. It’s slim and sleek, so it’s easy to slide into a travel bag.
My only wish is that there was a place for the pen to connect to, so I may end up having to buy a case so the two pieces don’t get separated.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
Love my Kindle Scribe
on June 28, 2026
Posted by: TracyJ
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The product is great the writing stylus is smooth. It almost feels like I’m writing on paper. It’s easy to navigate when moving from your Kindle library to your workbook for writing. It’s a simple easy to use product. I would recommend if you’re interested in a Kindle scribe. It’s lightweight the stylus has a magnetic grip on the left side, which works out really well. The battery lasts a pretty good amount of time. I wish I’d received the Kindle with color or front light only so that I could use it at night time when the light is low. Otherwise it’s a perfectly useful tool. I see myself using it for notes when I’m reading and just generally.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
The single best tool for organizing thoughts and taking notes in virtual notebooks and your favorite reads
on June 26, 2026
Posted by: TylerR
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Not only does this Kindle Scribe make you feel like you’re actually writing on paper, but it offers numerous enhancements to the experience as well. It allows you to create virtual notebooks of many kinds, and within, perform actions such as writing, calligraphy, highlighting, shape-creating and more. It allows you to annotate in your favorite books with tremendous levels of depth and detail. The screen is as responsive as it gets, and true to the Kindle name, its battery is barely used in a lengthy editing session. The stylus itself is of solid quality and ships with complimentary extra stylus tips. I would highly recommend this device to readers, note takers, students, and to anyone who would enjoy this surprisingly intuitive next-generation of thought organization.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices