Features:

  • Designed exclusively for Amazon Kindle paperwhite (fits all versions: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 all-new 300 ppi versions with 6" Display and Built-in light, will not fit All-New Kindle Paperwhite 10th Generation-2018, Kindle or Kindle touch)
  • Made from durable synthetic leather with soft interior to prevent Scratches
  • Super slim and Ultra lightweight edition. Protect your Device without adding unnecessary bulk or weight
  • Wake or put your Device to sleep by opening or closing the cover. Magnetic clasp ensures cover is securely closed, secures your Device without straps covering the front
  • Available in a variety of bright and Fun colors
Not an Otterbox but should be fine for everyday use

Just got this today but it seems like a decent little case so far. You get what you pay for so don't expect Otter box levels of protection but it seems like it'll be fine for everyday use. On the upside of that, this case adds almost no extra bulk. The front cover seems like it's hard enough to protect the screen but I still wouldn't take the chance of putting something heavy on top of it. The material is very obviously plastic based. If you are looking for leather or a leather look/feel, this is not the case for you. That said, it is beautiful. The colors are bright and crisp. The lining is soft and won't scratch the kindle or screen. There was another review about the magnet turning the kindle off when the cover is folded back, but mine stays on like it's supposed to. If there's anything I don't like about this case from first impressions, it's the spine. It feels like it might be the first place to wear out or crack from the cover being bent back. But it was less than $20 and seems like it'll still wear relatively well.

First Impressions

First impressions of course can not have comments about durability. The fact that the case is metal impressed me. It has a textured (vinyl?) finish which I much appreciate. I have another ebook in a leather case and for me and my aged hands this cover, frankly, is easier to maintain a grip on. The device slipped into the case and with just the right amount of finger pressure "clicked" into place. A hunch tells me that the ereader is not going to be falling out of the case if I should accidentally fumble-finger it. The control switch and micro USB opening on the bottom is large enough for me to use without hassle, I folded the cover back to try out single-handled reading and I rate this cover as being easier on the hands the "other: ereader leather case. For me the lighter weight is a telling bonus. But then, younger folks may not have these issues. I realize a vinyl finish atop a metal case means I have to take care not to abuse the finish by sliding it over a hard and rough service.

Unexpectedly Transformative

Odd as it might sound, this cover seems to transform my Kindle - makes it feel like an old treasured book that I can take with me. Must be how some people feel about carrying around an old Bible perhaps. Not sure what it is other than the high quality which was unexpected for this price. My old 5th generation Kindle and case had no comparative feeling like this one imparts. Purely an emotion based rating as the case simply does what it's supposed to do. I'm finding myself using this new Kindle Paperwhite with this new cover more often than my old Kindle - a great deal of it having to do with this case! The new Kindle by itself felt unremarkable until I put it in this case, then it transformed. Go figure. Sometimes there are things in life that don't quite make sense that way - a purchased item that makes a personal connection like this, compared to something very similar that ended up spending most of its life in a drawer. No, I'm not high nor have I ever used drugs with regards to my gushing over the synergy of my new Kindle & case. 1+1 = 5.

This review is for the ZD-Vintage version of the Fintie cases

Amazon has lumped the reviews of several types of Fintie Paperwhite cases so this is for the ZA-Vintage Blade Series of cases. I have tried the others and this one is the best. It comes in several colors and I like them all. None look like the pictures but the actual colors of the different cases are all attractive. Some specific comments: The magnets work on the Paperwhite to wake/sleep the device. The edges are not sharp on the fingers as many other cases are. The case is lightweight and has a nice soft felt covering on the interior which makes it comfortable to hold while reading. I liked this case so well that I ordered the other colors to swap with once in a while depending on my mood. I recommend this case for the Paperwhite.

Very thin yet fairly rugged

I would like to say that I chose this SmartShell Case after careful consideration and exhaustive research, but I'd be lying my butt off. While looking for a cover for my new Paperwhite I saw the marble print design and thought "Oh, I like that. One-click purchase." That was pretty much the entire extent of my due diligence. I held off writing a review of this case until after I'd had it for awhile (about a month) because, frankly, when I first got it it seemed a little flimsy and perhaps "delicate". It's very thin and light weight (though I'm not sure weight is a major concern here). I have no major complaints to date. So far it has held up very well. I carry my Paperwhite with me just about every day, sometimes tucked safely in my carrier bag but more often than not roughly shoved into whichever pocket is empty and accesible. The case is fairly rugged and offers a reasonable amount of protection (and looks very cool - love the marble-print!). My only complaint with this case is that it is so thin that my thick sausage-like fingers often fumble at the magnetic strip that holds the case closed and it takes me two or three tries to get it open. It's not a major problem. More a design flaw with my hands rather than with the case itself. I would not hesitate to recommend this to a friend, colleague, or even just a random stranger. It's a good case.

Excellent Case

My original case was a Kindle case - very much like this. I've had my paperwhite for YEARS so the case, which I loved, finally gave out. I was dismayed to find that Amazon is STILL charging so much for the same exact case I bought that long ago -- too much. So, as much as I liked the old one, I took a chance on Fintie and have not been disappointed. LOVE this case. Amazon (ahem - AMAZON, pay attention) now has some competition - which should cause them to rethink that price on the Paperwhite case they sell, which has been out for some time..... It should not cost a significant percentage of the price of the Paperwhite to put a good case on it. I WANTED to buy a Kindle case - but could not justify the price. This case is sturdy, feels good in your hand, is slip resistant, and the magnet works well. I love the color. Many have commented how nice it is.

Tough and Handsome–and Puppy Proof

If you called me a Kindle fanatic, you would be right. Over the past few years, I have owned several, as well as given a few more as gifts. Wherever I go, I have a Kindle with me so that if I have downtime or have to wait in line or at an appointment, I can be reading. Yes, I have owned and used a number of cases for a variety of Kindle models, some good and some not so good. My favorite case was a Cole Haan supple leather case for my first Kindle Keyboard that set me back well over $100. (I still love it today, although it does not fit any Kindle that I own today other than the non-working Keyboard Kindle it holds now.). The Fintie case is a very close second place. The hard shell case has a very slim profile and feels very good in my hand, light, yet strong. It closes securely with an unseen magnetic catch and when opened, turns the Kindle on, a feature that I really like. The cover folds back, maintaining the thin profile, for comfortable one-handed reading. The case also has a nicely designed kickstand, a feature I do not use and which is unimportant to me. The very best feature is the stippled, non-slip exterior that provides a pleasant tactile experience while protecting my new Kindle Paperwhite, critical for a person having a propensity for falling asleep whle reading sitting up in a chair. Already my Fintie case has kept my Kindle damage free after having been dropped at least a half-dozen times on unforgiving ceramic tile floors. Interiors of both front and back covers are sueded and look and feel good, all the while protecting the screen and Kindle body. Design and appearance are very important to me. OK, I am a picky person, but I take very good care of the things that I own and they, in turn, last a long time. Lastly, the Fintie came in what turned out to be a wonderful rosy shade of red. Did I mention that all of my Kindle covers have been red so that I could easily locate my reader in the depths of my very large handbags? The Fintie Kindle Case arrived in a timely fashion and was well-packaged. It was priced right, is slim, yet light and sturdy, feels comfortable whether reading with one hand or two, is very well-made and good looking. It performs exactly as promised... even better than. I not only recommend it, I would buy this case again — maybe in another shade of red. Update: my grand dog, a puppy still, gently took my Kindle off my lap when I had fallen asleep. Later, I found my Kindle with Fintie case on the floor in another room. Hina had done a number on it, chewing the cover of the case, completely stripping the sueded lining from the inside front cover. Although I found bits of the red case but no lining, she must have swallowed it. The great news is that my Kindle suffered two tiny indentations on the upper left margin. The rest was still in perfect condition after what was at least an hour of teething by a five-month old black Lab puppy. The Fintie case is amazing. I have ordered another exactly like the first, in red. You meed this case if you want your Kindle to be bulletproof—or puppy proof. It is without a doubt the very best Kindle case I've owned. And I have owned many.

Great Quality/Easy Fit/Simple And Effective

I recently bought myself a Kindle Paperwhite. I had a very old Kindle that I actually got used from one of my husband's partners at work. I loved that thing, but I literally loved it to death! I did a lot of research on a new Kindle (it is amazing how many versions of the Kindle are available now) and I opted for the Paperwhite. When it arrived, I fell in love. I have been using and taking it with me everywhere. I needed a case that I could get to protect my new reading companion. I kept sliding it into my handbag and I was worried that it would get scratched from doing this so often. I looked around a while and when I saw this leopard case, I fell in love. These cases had good reviews so I thought that it would work out well for me. I placed the order and this was shipped to me quickly. I had no trouble popping my Kindle right into the case. It fits snug and this opens and closes easily. This is light and does not weigh down my Kindle. It is comfortable to hold and it does not impact my reading. This case is great quality and I feel much better about popping this into my purse. The inside of the case on the left inner side is soft and feels like suade or microfiber. This ensures that the screen stays protected when the case is closed. The leopard print looks just like that shown in the promo picture and for the quality, I think that this is priced really well. I am so happy that I found this and I would truly recommend this case.

Impressed

Update: I have had this case for over a year and a half and it still looks and works like new. It’s worn a bit of course, and softer but there are no rips, tears, or damage and I still use it nearly everyday. If you take care of yours, this case will last! I am very impressed with this case! It closes easily with the magnet, folds all the way back for easy one handed reading. It's BEAUTIFUL, great quality materials. Love this case. I'm a researcher and looked at cases for over a day before deciding to bite the bullet on this one. So glad I did. The perfect case for my Kindle paperwhite.

My Kindle went through the wash and still works, thanks to this cover

My cat puked on my comforter, and I didn't realize I'd bundled my Kindle into the wash load until I was taking the comforter out of our front-load washer. I was horrified, thinking my Kindle had been broken, and I realized the banging I'd heard had been my Kindle going through the spin cycle. Amazingly, my Paperwhite Kindle still works. It's not damaged at all. The cover is a little waterlogged, but it looks like it will dry out with no damage too. I am shocked and thrilled. Thank you, Fintie, for making a quality product. (Also, the cover is beautiful, inexpensive, easy to hold, and doesn't add much weight.)

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