I test e-readers, and I found 3 early Prime Day Kindle deals worth shopping now
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SAVE $55: Ahead of Prime Day, score a Kindle Essentials Bundle for just $106.97 and save $55 on Amazon's e-reader, a cover, and a charger.
Testing Kindles and e-readers is my job, but it's also my passion. I use my Kindle Paperwhite every day — unless I'm testing a new e-reader — and it's accompanied me on many a summer adventure. So, while I spend a lot of time convincing Mashable readers to buy my favorite e-readers, I also track the best times to buy an e-reader.
I can confidently say that the best time to buy a Kindle is during a big sale, and with Amazon Prime Day 2026 coming June 23 to 26, I expect Kindles to reach record-low prices. Amazon usually saves the best Prime Day Kindle deals until the sale officially kicks off, but Kindle bundles almost always get a discount in the days and weeks before the big event.
So, what early deals should you shop now? And how low will Kindle prices fall once the sale starts?
I have all the answers ahead of Prime Day, so here are the best Kindle deals to shop early, plus what prices to expect.
Best early Prime Day Kindle deal
If you really want a Kindle ahead of Prime Day, your best bet is the Kindle Essentials Bundle. It includes the basic Kindle, which has a list price of $109.99, but right now you can buy the Essentials Bundle for $106.97. The bundle is a great value and includes a case and power adapter, making it a $161.97 value. Ahead of Prime Day, you can enjoy $55 of savings.
Looking for a different Kindle model? There are lots of other Amazon e-reader bundles on sale ahead of Prime Day, plus tons of Prime Day book deals to watch.
Remember, early shoppers: For the best savings on Kindles, you're gonna have to wait until Prime Day kicks off on Tuesday, June 23.
More early Prime Day Kindle deals
Kindle Paperwhite Bundle — $147.97
$216.97(save $69)Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Bundle — $177.97
$281.97(save $89)Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Bundle — $244.97
$367.97(save $108)
How much will Kindles cost during Prime Day?
Having tracked prices on Kindles for years, I have a pretty good sense of how much Amazon's e-readers cost during a sale. It's always the same dance: pre-Prime Day, Amazon offers savings on Kindle bundles, but standalone devices don't go on sale until Prime Day officially starts.
So, how much will the Kindle Paperwhite be on Prime Day? And what about Amazon's other e-readers?
The Kindle Paperwhite's lowest price ever is $124.99, which the device dropped to during Black Friday, Prime Big Deals Days, and of course, last year's Prime Day. So, unless Amazon decides to give it a new all-time low price, we expect to see it drop to $124.99 on June 23.
For a more budget-friendly purchase, the basic Kindle has seen even bigger savings. The e-reader had a new, all-time low price during Black Friday 2025 when it dropped to $79.99. This Prime Day, I hope to see that $79.99 price tag again, but an $84.99 price might be more likely.
Frequently Asked Questions
In 2026, Amazon Prime Day runs from June 23 to June 26.
During Prime Day, it sure feels like nearly everything goes on sale. There will be millions of deals during Amazon's flagship sale across categories. This includes savings on everyday essentials and big-ticket tech items.
For Kindles, we expect every model to go on sale, too.
Boston-based Senior Shopping Reporter, Samantha Mangino, is an e-reader expert. She's tested all the Kindle and Kobo e-readers, diving into the buzziest models. Her love of reading extends beyond the e-reader beat, covering books and authors, too. In the tech space, she also covers tablets, smart rings, and headphones. She thoroughly vets products and internet trends, willing to dig into what everyone is currently talking about.
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