The 12 best protective Kindle covers to elevate your eReader

The best Kindle covers are sturdy, stylish and will expertly protect your device from drops, scratches and water damage. If you plan to bring your eReader on holiday, dressing it in the right Kindle cover will grant you some peace of mind.

The best things in life come in pairs, salt and pepper, Ben & Jerry, your right and left sock — the latest addition to that list is Kindles and cases. And there are a lot to choose from. Whether you want to protect your device from scuffs and scratches or accessorize your eReader, there's no excuse not to with everything that's on offer.

At w&h, we believe that once you've made an investment in one of the best Kindles, a case is a small price to pay to ensure it is well-protected. Our team of experts have been scrolling through all the best Kindle cases, to save you the headache of searching for one that you'll like (it'll also give you more time to dig into this summer's best-selling books). 

Even if you think “a case is just a case.”, you're in for a treat. The different options, colours, styles, stands, and special features, whilst subtle, are the difference between a good Kindle and a great Kindle. For every suggestion we’ve made, we’ve included a summary of all the reviews online, picking out any of the little niggles that people have. That way, you can make the best choice for you and your reading needs. I personally love Kindle cases that come with a stand, but if you're looking for a zip case or a pocket case, we've got one for you.

The Quick List

Sometimes, all it takes is one glance to find the case to match your Kindle. Here's a summary and quick introduction to our favourite Kindle cases. If you want to find out more, we dive deep into the details further down the page.

The best Kindle covers

We are focusing on Kindles here, but several of the choices are compatible with other eReaders too.

Best everyday Kindle case

If you’re looking for a luxury case and you can’t quite justify the price of some of the more premium options, this is perfect. It has all the features of the best cases: it's lightweight, sleek, and simply designed, but you don't have to pay a premium for any of the neat features. One of the reasons we particularly love this as an everyday option is the range of simple colourways and jazzy designs that let you express some personality in the way you cover your Kindle.

In spite of its price, the FINTIE still has lots of useful features. For example, the magnetic closure automatically triggers the sleep/wake function, saving your battery from any needless draining. Then there's the shell, which is wrapped in hard plastic with vegan-friendly PU leather. It’s the perfect example of style and substance. Plus, if you've invested in the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, this cover will allow you to charge wirelessly. Nothing is left to be desired. 

Best Kindle case stand

I affectionately call this the Swiss army knife of Kindle covers. MoKo, the veteran case makers for Kindles, make plenty of options. This one though, is my favourite. It comes with all of the options you could ever think of: a vast choice of colours (tick) and patterns (tick); a front cover to protect the screen (tick); a hand strap for secure one-handed reading (tick). We're not done. Want a back stand for no-handed reading? Tick, tick, and tick. It even has things you didn’t know you needed like a card holder. It's perfect if you read to escape your phone but you know that you might want to buy a coffee when you’re out and about. 

Online, there is lots and lots of love for this case and its multitude of features. The tight fit is a positive for most people (but for some a bit of an inconvenience). The case is also a bit of an unsung hero for anyone who suffers from arthritis, hand pain or low grip strength. The hand strap deserves a nod for catering to every kind of reader. And, what we also love, is that MoKo throws in some big features, without shouting about it. The highly protective features, actually aren't a prominent selling point, but nonetheless are superior to other cases. It's a favourite amongst our w&h team.

Best travel Kindle case

This is the case, just in case you want a case, in a case, in a case. That is to say, you’re going on holiday with your Kindle that already has a cover for when you’re using it, but want a little something extra to make sure it stays secure inside your bag. The belts and braces approach. 

TiMOVO offers a great option for you. It's a well-priced option when you consider everything else available. Whilst unzipping and lifting out your Kindle might not be the most efficient way to protect your Kindle on a daily basis, it's a great accessory to take on your trips and holidays, whether you're on a train, slotting your Kindle into your backpack or a stuffed handbag. The soft interior and exterior give you confidence that your Kindle will be protected from scratches on all fronts. 

This case is one of the best-rated on Amazon. In fact, we’re talking about this being our highest Amazon rating of 82% five-star reviews. It’s safe to say this will do everything it promises and more. 

The case is good value when you consider the quality of the product, but it’s a good plan to check the compatibility of your device not only against the Amazon page. Some people say it’s too big or a little tight for certain versions that are supposed to be covered.

Best luxury Kindle case

Are you part of the anti-eReader crowd? This cover could just be a turning point in your relationship with these smart devices. Alternatively, if you’re already team Kindle but want a case that says “I still appreciate a real book” then you are also in the right place. 

There is so much to love about this case. The luxury faux leather covers offer an incredible range of high-quality finish prints. Ranging from an all-time classic tan brown, the Pride & Prejudice cover, or even the Advanced Potion Making title. It’s safe to say there is something for everyone. 

If you're conscious about how you shop, it's also nice to know that the covers are finished in the UK by craftsmen and women local to the brand. There is even the option to add custom embossing to create an extra special, personalized gift. 

Virtually everyone is thrilled with this product. The excellent quality is mentioned time and time again. The clever velcro attachment fixed on both the device and the Kindle to secure it in place is used on NASA spacesuits, so if you’re worried about how secure it will be, worry no more. One person ordered the wrong size because they didn’t read the product compatibility properly so the unfavourable review from them should be disregarded.   

Best water safe Kindle case

If you’re someone who collects the corks from wine bottles (me too) get ready to add this cover to your collection. The quality of this case is clear from the get-go. And, really, for £44.99 you would expect nothing less. 

We love the lightweight design, which is available in two colourways: light cork or dark cork. They look natural and simple, but each also offers enough grip for you to read one-handed reading (presumably your other hand will be opening a bottle of wine — you can never have enough cork in your life). It's also easy to overlook some of the simple, but useful touches that Amazon includes in their cases, such as the magnetic automatic sleep/wake function activation. We think every case you buy should have this.

When we looked through the reviews, it was immediately clear that there is a long line of people queuing up to comment on the excessive price. Amazon seems to be fairly overzealous with the creation of their price tags. However, people are still buying and enjoying the product, so it must be worth it. 

Our one real criticism is that the water-safe aspect is a bit of a stretch. The product image shows water droplets on the surface of the cover. The reality is that it doesn’t cover any of the ports, so unless the water in question is targeted directly at that surface and doesn’t hit any of the ports, it’s great. The rest of the water-safe features are actually integrated into your Kindle and they wouldn't change whether you had a cover or not. At the end of the day opting for this case is an aesthetic choice, and a good one (if you have the money).

Best fabric Kindle case

In the same way that Apple makes great accessories for their devices, Amazon makes some of the best cases for Kindles. This lightweight fabric cover is the perfect pairing for anyone wanting a simple and soft outer shell that's soft and easy to hold. Plus, it comes with all the product support Amazon provides in the event something isn’t up to scratch.

The simple design makes this easy to take from the bedroom to the boardroom, so it's perfect for super-keen readers. Plus, it comes with lots of useful features. For example, the cover automatically sends your Kindle to sleep, or wakes it up, depending on whether it's open or closed. If you're reading in bed, you can fold the cover fully back on itself, whilst still holding your Kindle in one hand. It's an easy option if you're not quite sure what you want from your case.

On the whole, this is a crowd-pleaser for all the reasons we’ve explained above. Customer reviews say that it fits like a glove, it's lightweight and relatively protective for small scuffs and scratches. The main areas of concern and the problems that seem to crop up, albeit infrequently, are the fabric on the corners coming away after a few months of use, and the fact that fabric is a hard material to clean, but ultimately that’s why you have a cover, so it gets dirty instead of your Kindle.

Best patterned Kindle case

The MoKo case for your Kindle is for people who live life in full colour. If you want everyone to know your personality type just by looking at your eReader, this is the place to start. Whether you're Vincent van Gogh’s biggest fan or looking for pops of bright colours, this is for you. 

Synthetic leather can go one of two ways: they're either cheap and plastic-y or just like the real thing. Thankfully, this falls into the latter category. I love it, as do all the customers in the reviews). It brings all the benefits of being easily wipeable, nice and soft to hold, and vegan-friendly for gifting, but without the price or leather smell that puts some people off real leather. Plus, if you have any doubts over the quality you can sleep easy, MoKo offers a lifetime warranty, a mic-drop moment prompting you to trust this case and pair it with your Kindle.

As with nearly all the other Kindle cases we’ve reviewed there is the magnet for automatic sleep/wake. It’s not included in every single one, we just consider it a must-have.

We had a look into the reviews, and this one has some of the most loved of all the cases. Nearly 80% of the Amazon reviews are full 5 stars. Clearly it has been made to be robust, if not everyone would be returning them and MoKo would be out of business. One keen reviewer observed the fact that the closing magnet isn’t as strong as on some alternatives, so it may fall open if held upside down. This could be just a manufacturing quirk on that specific one as it doesn’t come up frequently. One word of advice from us though is to be careful with compatibility and be sure to read the latest advice on the product page. 

Best clear Kindle case

Really this is a case for someone who doesn’t want a case, but at the same time doesn’t want to take a chance and end up with a smashed screen. Some people say that clear cases are the way to pay homage to the designers of the device, because you stay as true to the original form as possible. Others say they just want simplicity. Either way, this is the w&h-approved option. 

In days gone by silicone would have been the material of choice for a flexible case, in this case, you have TPU. Whilst it is as flexible as silicone, it isn’t foldable. For the most part, this is fine, but the case can be a bit of a squeeze to get on. On top of this, it’s a bit slidy, not to be left near the edge of a downhill-facing pillow. 

If you want a case that has a 'not even there' look, this isn't quite the one for you. It's (rather ironically) clear from the reviews that this isn't as 'crystal clear' as the seller's description. You can still see your Kindle through it, but you'll know that there's a case there too. 

The other thing is, whilst the corners are raised to protect the screen, this is only useful if your Kindle lands on a completely smooth surface with no stones in sight. If you’re out and about, the chances of there being some debris waiting to smash your screen seem fairly high. Aside from these little niggles it’s well-priced and a lot of people really like it. 

Best Kindle case for protection

Bear with us on this one. “Protection focused” may seem like a bit of a stretch, but it still does the job really well. Have you ever had a hard phone case, taken it off to find all the grit inside has actually scratched the edge of the device as much as if you’d had no case at all? Enter gel case.

This is grafted from TPU gel, but it isn't really like TPU at all. It isn’t slippy on fabric, it’s actually more silicone-esque. This is the key. The snug case hugs every millimetre of your Kindle so grit can’t enter in the first place. If it does, it won’t slide around like with a harder plastic case. Plus, if you want to add a pop of colour to your reading collection, you've got a whole range of options to pick between. Now, your Kindle can match your chosen genre, holiday, or mood.

If you’ve checked any of the other reviews on this page you’ll notice a bit of a theme. The square colours on the page aren't exactly the same in real life for most other Kindles. With this case, everyone is delighted — a breath of fresh air for us. 

There is a lot of reference to the non-slip feel which we should expect with the gel as mentioned. The only thing to be wary of is this is not a book style. You could be forgiven for thinking that the main photo shows the cover coming across the front screen. This is actually the back of the Kindle, don’t fall into that trap and you’ll be a happy reader.

Best leather Kindle case

True to form, Amazon makes another one of the best Kindle cases out there. This is more expensive than most of the models on the list. However, it is a premium product catering to the audience looking for real leather, so a lift in price should be expected. 

As with all of their cases, you are getting something lightweight, well built, and well designed too. You can fold back the microfibre/leather cover for reading with one hand and there is a choice of four colours. Note that even though the photo shows a fifth bright pink colourway, but it no longer seems to be an option.

Reading through the online reviews, the verdict is simple. If you have owned a leather case for your Kindle before, you will probably prefer your old one. Maybe this is sentimental, or maybe there is a real difference, the jury is out. If, however, it is the first leather case you have bought for your Kindle, you’re going to love it. You won’t be thinking of how things were in the good old days, and since this is a new release, we’ll have to wait 9 years to see if it lasts 12 years as one customer reported on the old version. Stay tuned. 

Best budget Kindle case

Why is a hand strap so useful for your Kindle? How many times have you drifted off to sleep and dropped your book or phone on your face? Thought so. We’ve all been there. But late-night nose injuries are a thing of the past with this nifty case by FSCOVER. It's made of easy-to-clean faux leather, it's relatively lightweight (although not the lightest), and it's neatly designed too. The magnetic closure is the ever-welcome addition to automatically put your eReader into sleep or wake mode. Bedtime reading has never been so easy. 

The only complaint in the mix is the durability of the case. This seems to become a problem when it’s taken off the device which is something you may want to do to clean your Kindle. It’s not a widespread complaint, but worth taking into account either way. Aside from that everyone is happy. The strap being placed in the middle is most welcomed by left-handers and right-handers alike. Happy reading. 

Best budget Kindle case

Right now, this is reduced on Amazon and quite frankly, at £4.99 you would be crazy to not buy this. Even with the elastic straps (that aren’t as slick as the dedicated slot, or NASA-grade Velcro) this isn't one to scroll past. We could plausibly accept this being a more expensive model since it has several other useful features such as the stand and the hand strap. Even if you don’t have a Kindle right now, but are thinking of getting one, this costs the same price as a meal deal in some shops, hard to go wrong. 

One important aspect to note is that if you have the 11th Gen (2022 Version) Kindle Paperwhite, this isn’t for you. In theory, it should fit the 6.8-inch Paperwhite but so far no reviews mention it. It’s a Prime product so in the worst case scenario it can be easily returned. Some people have also commented on the quality, but there almost isn’t a cheaper case on the whole of Amazon, so what can you expect?  

How to choose the perfect Kindle cover for you

Picking a Kindle cover you like is pretty simple, but there are a few things to bear in mind before you make that purchase:

Compatibility and Dimensions
This comes up time and time again: either the seller has listed the wrong devices, or the customer doesn’t read the details properly. In most cases of the incorrect description, the reviews expose the issue very quickly and the product page is updated. To avoid this, go for a case with a few hundred reviews. Don’t be caught out by thinking you have an 11th Gen, there are different sizes for each year just to confuse us all.

Design
Think about where you’ll be using your Kindle. Are you saving all your recipes to use in the kitchen? If so, opt for an easily wipeable cover. Are you going to be reading on the train on the way to work? Pick a case with a stand so you can set it on the table. Are you using it in a busy city environment? Go for something with all-round protection in case someone bumps into you. Are you just sitting by the fire in the evenings and reading before you go to bed? The leather cover is for you. 

Different types
Sleeves, book style, open front, stands. Who knew there was so much to this? Sleeves are perfect if you’re taking your Kindle on holiday to protect it in the bag as it gets bumped around. If you are a physical book reader at heart, but love the convenience of a Kindle, the covers with a flip front come in endless designs with some even mimicking classic novels. It all depends on what you want to do with your Kindle and what lifestyle you live. 

Weight
For a more comfortable reading experience, your cover shouldn’t feel too hefty to hold—however, some may prefer a more sturdy feeling (and therefore slightly heavier) cover. The best Kindle covers can balance lightweight design with maximum protection and durability. If you want a lighter case, one made in plastic, suede, or fabric, is probably a better option for you. Faux leather or leather cases might be better for those who don't mind a slightly weightier option.

Style/colour
Kindle covers vary in style and design, so consider what you want yours to look like before purchasing. This element will be unique to everyone—are you after a sleek Kindle cover that you can keep on your work desk, or do you want a fun brightly-coloured case that reflects your personal style? 

FAQs

Do Kindle cases fit all Kindles?

Sadly, no. You'll need to check the compatibility of each eReader with whichever case you're looking at. Generally, lots of cases are made to fit the latest Paperwhite, which is what we based this list on. However, you can normally find similar designs of the case, just bigger or smaller.

99% of the time the case will state the model of Kindle it’s compatible with. If you’re going for a more general eReader case then you’ll need to check the diagonal dimension as this is what companies will use. 

What are the most popular Kindle covers?

Generally, the most popular Kindle covers are 'folio' cases, which operate similarly to a book, with a hard cover on either side that you can flip open and closed. This is because they are solid and very good at protecting your device from accidents—and, they look good.

When it comes to where to buy the most popular Kindle covers, most customers tend to purchase options from Amazon itself, given that that's where Kindles are from. But, there are some lovely-looking covers to be found at other retailers too, such as Etsy, eBay, Walmart and Currys if you want to explore more Kindle covers options.

Is a Kindle better with or without a case?

In our opinion a case is never going to be a bad thing. Even if you buy the most basic one out there, at least you have a barrier between it and the elements. If you are already a case lover then you’re probably not asking this question. 

Do I need a light for my Kindle and the case?

It depends how old it is. Nowadays every single Kindle has a built-in light so you won’t need to worry about where there is space for a clip on one on the top.

Is there a difference between the Amazon Kindle and the Kindle Paperwhite?

Yes. The Kindle has a 6-inch screen (diagonally), the Paperwhite has a larger 6.8 inch display and that's just one of the differences. We go deep into the details in our Amazon Kindle vs Kindle Paperwhite article over here.