I choose the Kindle over the Nook and Kobo. There really are no perfect e-readers. I plan on getting a second device for pdf's. They do not work well on e-ink screens.
The are several reasons why I didn't choose the Nook. The first is ghosting when outside. This is only a problem if you read out doors or in bright sunlight. I saw no problems while reading inside. So it may or may not be an issue for you. I didn't like the feel of the Nook in my hands or how the buttons worked.
I was annoyed with BN reserving 75% of the memory for BN books. Yes I know you can buy a card, but it still annoys me.
I couldn't get an answer about how to get notes off the Nook. I asked several times here and once at the store, but no one seemed to know. If I can't get notes off then it does no good to make them. This may have been addressed, so double check if its important.
The touchscreen was responsive and worked flawless in my time with it. I think this a major step up from the Nook classic.
I know you didn't ask about the Kobo, but it was my favorite to hold. I had a Kobo wi-fi and I love holding it. I was glad they kept the quilted back. If they would support the dictionary on epubs I probably would have bought it.
For the Kindle I didn't like the keyboard. I really didn't want a keyboard. I wanted touch, but I have gotten use to it. Using numbers when typing is a bit annoying.
What I liked about the kindle was the ability to take notes and highlight. The highlighting was more precise than the Nook. I was all over the place when using the nook. Getting notes off the kindle is very easy. I always thought the Kindle had about the best screen to read on. There are more formatting options for the text on the kindle too. After using the Kobo wi-fi, I realized this was something I wanted.
I got the case with the light built in and I love it. Just took a trip, so nice not worrying about a book lamp. The case does add weight, but it doesn't bother me. Perfect for traveling.
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3) From what I have read Kindle have an issue for Freezing & dying, which then need to be replaced.
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I never came across this when doing my research. All electronics can have issues, but Amazon has great customer support. Heard nothing but good things about them. Actually I have never had an issue with returning anything to amazon.
I still want a touch, but I am glad I got the kindle. It does everything I need out of the box. I figure I will upgrade in a year or so and pass this one onto a family member.