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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
4.6
(17 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
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
Customer Rating
5
A true reading tablet
on June 26, 2026
Posted by: AmitA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It is just amazing. I used to buy hard cover books and it is difficult to carry with me and I was running out space on my bookshelf. It is so swift and beautiful looking that now I love reading more than before. It is stylish that I love to show off little bit. My reading mojo has a new level… I love it
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
Easy to use. Almost feels like writing on real paper
on June 26, 2026
Posted by: AnthonyT
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Kindle Scribe 16GB Without Front Light is the Perfect Paper-Like Writing Companion
I recently picked up the new Kindle Scribe 16GB model without the front light, and it has quickly become one of my favorite devices. At a more accessible price point than the lit version, it delivers everything I need for serious reading and note-taking without unnecessary extras.092aed
The 11-inch glare-free E Ink display is stunning in natural light. It's crisp, with excellent contrast that makes reading books, PDFs, and documents feel effortless—whether I'm outside on the patio or by a window. The textured surface is a game-changer. Amazon nailed the "feels just like paper" claim: the combination of the screen's matte finish and ultra-fast responsiveness creates an incredibly natural writing and reading experience. No glare, no distractions, just pure focus.
I recently picked up the new Kindle Scribe 16GB model without the front light, and it has quickly become one of my favorite devices. At a more accessible price point than the lit version, it delivers everything I need for serious reading and note-taking without unnecessary extras.092aed
The 11-inch glare-free E Ink display is stunning in natural light. It's crisp, with excellent contrast that makes reading books, PDFs, and documents feel effortless—whether I'm outside on the patio or by a window. The textured surface is a game-changer. Amazon nailed the "feels just like paper" claim: the combination of the screen's matte finish and ultra-fast responsiveness creates an incredibly natural writing and reading experience. No glare, no distractions, just pure focus.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
5
Amazing
on June 23, 2026
Posted by: EricaB
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is so awesome! Perfect for note taking or annotating books. It’s super lightweight and sleek looking. The battery lasts super long too. Very impressed, just wish I got one with the light
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
4
Digital notebook
on June 23, 2026
Posted by: EH45
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this Kindle Scribe without Front Light and I wasn't sure what to expect since I have never used an e-writing pad. The screen is very nice. It feels like you are actually writing on paper when using it. The large display allows for a lot of note taking. I hope to use this at my next conference.
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices
Customer Rating
4
It’s a Monster
on June 23, 2026
Posted by: CarolineS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Talk about an UPGRADE from my tiny 2019 Kindle (which i do still love and cherish). This bad boy is large and leans more toward pallet than reading device, in my opinion. It won’t comfortably fit in my purse for on the go. It was easy to set up and works very well. The pen is great for taking notes or highlighting text, especially when this book has so many characters to keep track of!
Written by a customer while visiting Amazon Devices