Buying a second-hand Kindle is always fraught with risks. You never know all that the device has gone through so that behind the seemingly shining exterior, the device could be hiding dark truths. That said, buying a brand-new Kindle is not always feasible for many while the prices that second-hand Kindles are listed for are usually too lucrative to ignore. But then, a low initial cost is often the indication of things being amiss somewhere, more so if there have been instances of the source having dubious records in the past.

Take for instance Facebook Marketplace where you are more likely to have second-hand Kindle devices for sale at super low prices. However, many claim, as exemplified in this Reddit post that they have been scammed after getting lured with such prices as the Kindles they received were either faulty or non-functional. Chances are that Kindles have either been bricked or undelivered. They might also be stolen as well which Amazon locks down, thereby rendering them useless. They won’t serve any purpose even if they are in impeccable condition.

So, this brings us to the question of which are the best places where you can buy second-hand Kindle devices of good quality. Sites like Woot or Unclaimed Baggage offer good deals and the products are genuine. They claim to provide devices that have been thoroughly refurbished and are certified to offer good performance. Such devices are also usually updated with the latest software build and have genuine parts and components inside.

eBay is another site from where you can buy second-hand Kindle devices. They claim to have enough buyer protection in place to prevent you from getting scammed. However, irrespective of the source, it is always advisable to do your research and go through all the details before you put down your hard-earned money for the same. Otherwise, Kindle e-readers are extremely well built and are known to last even more than a decade easily if taken good care of.