The Newest (Refurbished) Amazon Kindle Scribe Is Nearly Half Off

The latest Kindle Scribe came out last month, giving e-readers a much anticipated second version of the original Scribe. However, they don’t come cheap, starting at $399.99 for a new one. And if you missed the sale last week, you’ll likely have to wait a while to get a hefty discount on one, unless you shop for the refurnished versions, which are currently on sale. Compared to the new version, these refurbished deals cut almost half the price, making them a great option for anyone looking to get their hands on the latest version for much cheaper. The 16GB Kindle Scribe is $233.99 (originally $309.99) with a new one running for $399.99, and the 32GB version is $259.99 (originally $324.99), with a new one going for $419.99.

Amazon says it tested the function, battery, and software of all of these refurbished products; it comes with the same one-year limited warranty as a new device.

The Kindle Scribe first came out in 2022; that first version is currently $339.99. If you already have the 2022 version, there really is no reason to upgrade. The main difference is the 2024 version comes with the Premium Pen instead of the Basic Pen stylus. The tablet itself is shorter, narrower, and slimmer, but not by much (you can even still use the same case). The new screen also has texture, which will add more resistance when you’re writing on it, and the gap between the screen and the outer casing is smaller. But that’s where the differences end, at least according to PCMag’s 3.5-star review.

Otherwise, you’ll get the same 16GB or 32GB of storage, the same book format compatibility, the same 15.3 oz weight, the same glare-free 300 ppi front-lit display screen, and the same 12-week battery life. Both tablets run the same software. Still, if you don’t own a Scribe at all and are considering getting one, the newer version is the better option, especially at this price.