Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Review: Color Comes to the Kindle

Color E Ink has finally gone mainstream with the Colorsoft. It's a Paperwhite-style reader that makes comics, cookbooks and book covers pop, without the eye strain of a tablet.

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Key features

Paper-like color makes comics, graphic novels and illustrated books far nicer.
Color highlights help when studying or annotating.
Auto-adjusting warm light and Dark Mode suit any time of day.
It's waterproof, with weeks of battery life.

Best for

Comic and graphic novel fans, and readers who want color without a tablet.

Things to consider

Color is muted compared with LCD or OLED screens.
Battery life is shorter than black-and-white Kindles.
It's priced above the Paperwhite.

Verdict

HashMonkey score: 4/5 ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Our editorial opinion, based on research into specs, owner feedback and expert reviews. Not hands-on testing, and not an Amazon customer rating.

The Kindle to get if you read anything with pictures. Otherwise the Paperwhite is better value.

Consider instead

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Review: The Paperwhite With All the Extras — Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition: the black-and-white equivalent.

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Reader questions

Common questions, answered by the HashMonkey team

Who is the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Review: Color Comes to the Kindle a good fit for?

Based on its published specs and features, the best fit is: Comic and graphic novel fans, and readers who want color without a tablet. Check the product details on Amazon to confirm it fits your needs.

What should I consider before buying the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Review: Color Comes to the Kindle?

A few things to weigh. Color is muted compared with LCD or OLED screens. Battery life is shorter than black-and-white Kindles.

Is there an alternative to the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Review: Color Comes to the Kindle worth comparing?

Yes. Consider the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition: the black-and-white equivalent. Current price and availability are shown on Amazon and may change.

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