Can I Download Kindle Onto A Nook
Around the world, ebook sales continue to increase at a rapid rate. Because so many of us are turning to digital content, it is more important than ever to make sure your ebook reader meets your needs.
In this article, we'll help you decide whether to buy an Amazon Kindle or Barnes & Noble Nook.
Nook vs. Kindle: Cost
Let's be honest, the majority of all our buying decisions boil down to one thing: price. So, if the cost is a primary concern, which is better, Kindle or Nook? Barnes & Noble (which makes the Nook) and Amazon (which makes the Kindle) both offer a variety of different models under the same brand name.
The entry-level Kindle is available on Amazon for $89.99. The midrange Kindle Paperwhite costs $139.99. There's also the Kindle Paperwhite Signature, retailing for $189.99. The highest spec device—the Kindle Oasis—has a starting price of $249.99.
Unsurprisingly, the three devices all have very different spec sheets. We'll look at them in more detail shortly.
Similarly, there are several Nook products. However, only two of them—the Nook GlowLight 3 and the Nook GlowLight Plus—are true e-readers. The other devices are all Android tablets, akin to Amazon's Fire tablets. Yes, you can use them to read ebooks, but the brighter screen and shorter battery life makes them inappropriate options for committed bookworms.
The Nook GlowLight 3 is available for $119.99, making it slightly less expensive than the Kindle Paperwhite. The Nook GlowLight Plus costs $199.99, making it comparable to the Kindle Paperwhite Signature.
Nook vs. Kindle: The Specs
Given the two most direct competitors are the GlowLight and the Paperwhite models, let's run through how they compare from a specs standpoint.
The GlowLight has a 6-inch screen with a 300dpi resolution, while the Paperwhite offers a 6.8-inch screen with a 300dpi resolution.
The Nook only comes in an 8GB version, whereas the Paperwhite offers 8GB and 32GB models, depending on if you get the Paperwhite Signature or not. It's virtually identical to the original Paperwhite, save for the extra storage.
The other main difference between the two Kindle Paperwhites is that the Signature model has an adaptive front light that adjusts the brightness to your environment. In truth, 8GB should be enough for almost all users, especially considering you can store content in the cloud.
Nook vs. Kindle: Page-Turning Functionality
The most significant difference between Nook and Kindle from a usability perspective is the presence of a physical button on the Nook. When reading, you can use the button to turn the pages. When using a Kindle, you swipe on the screen.
Nook vs. Kindle: Water-Resistance
If you worry about wet weather or water-based accidents, set your sights on the Paperwhite models, the Oasis, or the GlowLight Plus. Kindle's waterproof models are IPX8 rated. You can submerge them for up to one hour in two meters of fresh water or up to 0.25 meters of saltwater for up to three minutes without damaging the tablets.
That's a massive boon for anyone who likes to read in the bath every night, as well as by a pool or on a beach while on vacation.
The waterproofing details for the GlowLight Plus confirm that the tablet has an IPX7 rating. That allows submersion up to 3 feet of water for a half-hour. However, unlike the Kindle descriptions, Barnes & Noble does not specify the type of water in such incidents.
Nook vs. Kindle: Screen Size and Resolution
If you're the type of person who spends all day reading ebooks, it's easy to argue that six-inch devices do not provide enough screen real estate.
Fortunately, many of the models covered here surpass that size. You'll get larger screen sizes with the 7.8-inch Nook GlowLight Plus, the 7-inch Kindle Oasis, and the 6.8-inch Kindle Paperwhite models. The Oasis provides a screen resolution of 300 ppi and a glare-free front surface for easier reading like the Kindle Paperwhite.
On the other end of the scale, you might be happier with a lower resolution, especially if you're only an occasional reader. In that case, you should consider the entry-level Kindle. You can save about $50 by accepting a resolution of 167ppi. The screen size is still 6 inches.
Nook vs. Kindle: Battery Life
The battery life on a Nook and Kindle is so good that it shouldn't form a meaningful part of your decision. The GlowLight 3 lasts for 50 days. However, the specs for the GlowLight Plus are less specific, merely promising people can "read for weeks on a single charge."
Amazon says its Kindle Oasis provides six weeks of battery life if a person reads for a half-hour daily, has the screen light setting at 13, and turns off the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections while reading. If you go for either of the Kindle Paperwhite options, they give up to 10 weeks of battery life per charge in the same situation.
Finally, the original Kindle lets you read for up to four weeks on one charge. Amazon does caution, though, that those figures are just estimates. Certain activities, such as listening to audiobooks on any of the Kindle devices, could alter the average battery life.
Nook vs. Kindle: Which Wins Out With Audiobooks?
Audiobooks have experienced rapid growth in popularity over the last few years. If you're an audiobook addict who's trying to decide between a Kindle or Nook, the Kindle is the clear winner. The latest Kindle devices support audiobook playback via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and they have headphone jacks.
The Nook GlowLight 3 and GlowLight Plus do not allow audiobook playback. It's worth noting, however, that the other Android-based tablets in the Nook range can download and play them.
Nook vs. Kindle: Supported Ebook Formats
There are many ebook formats, so compatibility is important.
The Kindle supports Amazon's proprietary AZW format, as well as MOBI, DOC, TXT, RFT, and HTML. The elephant in the room is the lack of EPUB support.
Nook devices support EPUB files and PDF files.
Despite the differences, it is possible to read books on both devices regardless of format if you're willing to use one of these online ebook converters.
Nook vs. Kindle: Online Stores
An ebook reader isn't much use without some ebooks to put on it. Kindle owners will do their shopping in Amazon's Kindle Books store. Nook users have access to the Nook Books store.
Of the two competing stores, Amazon's is more extensive and often cheaper. Both Amazon and Barnes & Noble add digital rights management (DRM) protection to their titles.
Nook vs. Kindle: Other Features
The two devices each come with their own array of additional apps and features.
On a Kindle, users have access to in-book dictionary definitions, the Word Wise vocabulary builder, and the X-Ray scanner. The scanner allows readers to quickly skim through a book to find references to characters, events, references, and other information.
Nook devices have a night mode to prevent eyestrain and an automated content discovery program called B&N Readouts.
Both products provide a range of usability settings such as different fonts, text sizes, and a backlight option. As you'd expect, you can also find plenty of third-party accessories, such as cases and sleeves, for both Kindles and Nooks.
Is a Nook or Kindle Better for You?
So, to come full circle, which is the best e-reader for you? In our mind, there's only one winner: the Amazon Kindle. The Barnes & Noble Nook has some nice touches, but the Amazon Kindle is faster, easier to use, and has access to a larger store. The different Kindle models also mean there's a device out there for everyone.
If you want to do more research before purchasing, there are substantially fewer Nook reviews than Kindle ones, and people generally seem happier with their Amazon e-reader purchases.
Of course, you don't need to use an ebook store to find content. Once you've purchased your e-reader of choice, you can download free ebooks online and save a few dollars.
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