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Kindle vs Kindle App — Which One I Use (and Why)

5.5K views· 199 likes· 22:11· Mar 27, 2026

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Is it better to read using the Kindle app on a tablet or phone… or an actual Kindle device? In this video, I compare both side by side to see how they really stack up. From colour and screen quality to reading features, speed, and overall experience, there are some clear differences and features that might surprise you! I’ve added chapters so you can skip around if you would like. MORE Kindle tips and lesser-known features in this video - https://youtu.be/6DQeFcTh2-0 Affiliate link: Kindle Colorsoft - https://amzn.to/41xSotI I have made many Kindle-focused videos which I recommend you check out via this playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxi0EVUH0WIslAZuqB9Qsg8IzQ3nM1EY6 ——— 📽️ If you want the latest news and opinions on Kindles, iPads, E Ink and more, consider subscribing to my other channel - @TheWeeklySpark 📩 Subscribe to my regular(ish) newsletter - https://markdkelly.substack.com ☕️ Buy me a virtual coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markdkelly75 I've collated a massive list of all my favourite things on my website 👉🏻 https://www.markkelly.me/affiliate-links Come follow me here: ✖️https://x.com/markdkelly75 🧵 https://www.threads.net/@markdkelly75 📷 https://www.instagram.com/markdkelly75 Disclaimer: Some of the product links in this description are affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the channel and keeps the lights on (and the coffee flowing). Occasionally, products featured in my videos are sent to me for review. If that’s the case, I’ll always make it clear. I don’t accept payment in exchange for positive coverage, and all opinions are entirely my own. I test everything and give my honest take—whether it’s brilliant, baffling, or somewhere in between. This channel is about cutting through the noise and helping you figure out what’s actually worth your money. Time Stamps: 00:00 Kindle App or Kindle e-Reader 00:27 Colour 03:21 Fonts 05:00 Layout 06:13 Continuous Scrolling 07:07 Reading Ruler 09:19 Themes 10:00 Assistive Reader 12:32 Page Turn Animations 14:06 Pinning Words / Bookmarking 18:19 Final Thoughts 21:36 Like+Subscribe @amazon @kindle

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Quick question: is it better to read on the Kindle app (on a phone/tablet) or on an actual Kindle? In this video I put them side by side—my Kindle Colorsoft versus my iPad mini—and went through the stuff that actually changes your day-to-day reading: colour, speed, fonts, page layout options, and the overall feel of reading on LCD versus E Ink. Unsurprisingly, the iPad wins for colour “pop” and smoothness, especially with comics, because E Ink has to refresh to avoid ghosting. But I also show why that slower, more “book-like” look is exactly what some people (including me) prefer for long reading sessions. I also dig into the feature differences that might catch you out if you switch. On the app you get continuous scrolling (which you simply can’t have on E Ink without it looking shocking), plus a reading ruler that can help you focus line-by-line while you scroll. On the Kindle side, you’re in that distraction-free zone—no constant temptation to bounce to social media—and you get the practical perks like waterproofing (yes, I read in the bath… a lot). My verdict: I still prefer a Kindle for proper, long-form reading, but for comics and full-colour content, the app on a tablet makes a very strong case.

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