I have a kindle and an IPad... The kindle is good for reading - there is no glare. The IPad is great .. I use it everyday. I have read books on the IPad and it is fine if you are not in the sun...there is a glare.... Obviously kindle is less money but if I had to choose I would select IPad. I would check out the new Kindle Fire I think it is a good imitation of an IPad !!!