Personally, I really like my new Aura. My old reader is a PRS-T1, so noticeably lighter, but with no reading light.

The better screen is worth the money, I think - it's noticeably clearer, so easier on the eye. I can't comment on the quality of the light, because I've never used a reader with one before, but I've got no complaints about the Aura's light.

The bigger screen is nice - fewer page turns, so the battery ought to last just a little bit longer. I was worried that the device wouldn't fit into my handbag, but it's not actually that much larger than the PRS-T1 - I can even use the same cover.

I don't regret paying out the extra - the Aura is a lovely device. It's nice to hold (although obviously noticeably heavery than the PRS-T1) in one hand, even though I have quite small hands (size 6 gloves). I generally hold it in my left hand and use my thumb to turn the pages. The device is nice and smooth to touch, but does not feel slippery.

My husband saw it and immediately decided to order one for himself.