Is the Amazon Kindle (11th gen) easy to repair?

The Amazon Kindle (11th gen) has an iFixit repairability score of 3/10. This is difficult to repair due to its design. Professional repair is recommended for most issues.

Should I repair or replace my Amazon Kindle (11th gen)?

Repairing your Amazon Kindle (11th gen) is not cost-effective. At $100 CAD for typical repairs vs $120 CAD for replacement (83% ratio), the numbers don't favour repair.

Amazon Kindle (11th gen): Repair vs Replace Guide

Model-specific repair costs, repairability rating, and support lifecycle for the Amazon Kindle (11th gen) (2022).

Some figures on this page are category averages for e-reader. Model-specific data may be incomplete.

Typical Verdict

Don’t Bother Repairing

The Amazon Kindle (11th gen) is difficult to repair due to its design. A typical repair runs about 83% of buying new. At this point, the repair math doesn't work out for most owners.

Confidence

60%

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Repair Economics: Amazon Kindle (11th gen)

Typical Repair: $100
Replacement: $120
Repair Saves: $20
Device Age: 4 years
Est. Life Left: ~2.5 years
Verdict: Replace
Repairability: 3/10
Support: Until Sep 2026

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Why we wouldn't repair this device

•The Amazon Kindle (11th gen) was released in 2022 and is within a year of the end of its typical 5-year lifespan.
•Amazon software support ends in 4 months. Investing in repairs now means getting less than a year of supported use before the device becomes a security liability.

When the math doesn't work out for repair, the move is to find a replacement built to last longer. Here are our picks:

Top Rated Replacement E-Readers

When replacement is the right choice, invest in an e-reader known for durability and longevity.

Kobo

Libra Colour

~$290

Durability

7/10

Repairability

7/10

Environmental Impact

Manufacturing a new Amazon Kindle (11th gen) produces roughly 50 kg of CO₂. Repairing it uses just 5 kg, that's 45 kg saved, equivalent to 113 km of driving. It also keeps 3.0 kg of metals, plastics, and rare earths out of landfill.

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All prices shown are approximate estimates and may not reflect current retail or repair shop pricing. Verify costs with your local retailer or repair provider before making a decision.

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