A frustrated reader says they’ll never purchase another Kindle, citing Amazon’s practice of retiring devices older than 13 years while Kobo promises hardware that will “last a decade or more.” The appeal of a Kindle lies in its friction‑free access to books bought on Amazon, borrowed through Kindle Unlimited, or checked out from libraries, with no side‑loading hassles and cloud sync keeps progress across devices.

Switching offers little upside for users who read without annotating or customizing typefaces. Additional fonts add marginal value, and performance concerns disappear when most time is spent turning pages rather than loading them. Existing Kindle models already deliver smooth page flips, so the perceived benefits of Boox or other e‑ink rivals rarely justify a change, plus the long battery life typical of e‑ink screens.

For readers whose sole requirement is a reliable ebook player, the current Kindle satisfies that need without extra cost or learning curve. Alternatives may intrigue power users, but they introduce new ecosystems and potential format quirks. Staying with a Kindle therefore remains the most practical choice for a straightforward reading experience.