You can buy a refurbished Kindle Scribe for almost $200 less than a new model.

If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to the new product. kindle scribeThere’s good news. The first generation model is selling for a few hundred dollars less than the second generation model. Normally it costs $349.99 in new condition, but Amazon is currently selling it in a refurbished configuration with 16GB of storage, a base pen, and a one-year warranty for just $233.99 as part of a limited-time Lightning deal. You can also purchase 32GB of storage from Amazon for $259.99.

Amazon’s note-taking e-readers all boast spacious 10.2-inch 300 ppi displays and adjustable warm lighting, but the newer Scribe builds on the original with thinner bezels, a textured display, and a premium pen with a soft tip. The most significant change comes in the form of software features available on the first generation model via free download. That means no matter which e-reader you buy, you’ll be able to write notes directly on the page. You can also take advantage of a variety of AI features, including AI-generated summaries and tools to polish your handwriting. The only difference is that the new Scribe has these features built-in.