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Noah98 · 09-09-2010, 01:24 PM

I would narrow the list down to the Kindle and the nook.

The Kindle is the best overall value and will satisfy most people. The nook is the alternative that offers things that the Kindle doesn't. I personally prefer the nook, but you can't go wrong either way.

As far as covers go, every ereader should eventually have one. I wouldn't let that factor into your decision. You can find cheap ones that fit any of your choices.

Here are the main advantages of each (as I see it):

Kindle:
Slim build quality (nice weight, ergonomics)
Graphite color is not reflective
The best ebook store
Pearl screen
Excellent battery life
Simple, intuitive navigation, highlighting, dictionary lookup
Browse the internet over 3g

nook:
epub support
Library checkout
Lend me feature
Easy to replace battery
Expandable memory
Ability to buy ebooks through: Kobo, Booksamillion, Sony, etc.
In store promotions and customer service
Color books covers, web images, etc. through the touchscreen
Optional swipe for page turns (touchscreen)

The decision comes down to personal preference. Some people absolutely hate the touchscreen on the nook. Others can't stand the keyboard on the Kindle. It is all about what is important to you.

09-09-2010, 01:24 PM	#9
Noah98 Eccentric Posts: 510 Karma: 342150 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Florida Device: The nook, ipad 3, Kindle Fire HD (8.9), Kindle Paperwhite	I would narrow the list down to the Kindle and the nook. The Kindle is the best overall value and will satisfy most people. The nook is the alternative that offers things that the Kindle doesn't. I personally prefer the nook, but you can't go wrong either way. As far as covers go, every ereader should eventually have one. I wouldn't let that factor into your decision. You can find cheap ones that fit any of your choices. Here are the main advantages of each (as I see it): Kindle: Slim build quality (nice weight, ergonomics) Graphite color is not reflective The best ebook store Pearl screen Excellent battery life Simple, intuitive navigation, highlighting, dictionary lookup Browse the internet over 3g nook: epub support Library checkout Lend me feature Easy to replace battery Expandable memory Ability to buy ebooks through: Kobo, Booksamillion, Sony, etc. In store promotions and customer service Color books covers, web images, etc. through the touchscreen Optional swipe for page turns (touchscreen) The decision comes down to personal preference. Some people absolutely hate the touchscreen on the nook. Others can't stand the keyboard on the Kindle. It is all about what is important to you. Last edited by Noah98; 09-09-2010 at 06:21 PM.