Anyone willing to invest in an Amazon Kindle should really consider investing in a case and/cover. Kindle covers and Kindle cases are designed to carry the Kindle and keep it safe. Not having a case, puts the device at risk of being damaged due to mishandling, being scratched, dinged or even broken.

Kindle cases and Kindle covers aren’t ultra expensive, but they aren’t cheap either. Depending on the cover or case, its quality and the material it’s made from, a person can expect to pay between $30 and $60, maybe more, maybe less.

When choosing a case or cover for ones Kindle, the first consideration that needs to be made, is which device a person has. There are several, the original Kindle, Kindle 1, 2, 3, DX and DX Graphite (DXG). Because some of the models are different sizes, it is necessary to purchase cases and covers with that in mind. The older Kindles are thicker then the newer models, though some, such as the DX, are larger in overall size.

Kindle covers act as a form of protection. Now, they won’t protect ones Kindle from damage caused by being smashed, thrown down or dropped, but it can protect it from little scratches, scrapes and dents that the Kindle is susceptible to. For a relatively small investment, it is possible to keep ones Kindle looking brand new and free of the damage often caused by everyday wear and tear.

One of the best things about shopping for Amazon Kindle covers and cases is that the selection is so vast. A person is almost guaranteed to find something that they like. Cases and covers are available in a myriad of materials, including leather. Someone in the market for a high end Kindle case may want to consider one made of leather. There are also plenty of more informal-looking cases, made with bright colors and cool designs.

Individuals who can’t decide on a single case may want to consider purchasing multiple ones. Sure, they’re not exactly cheap but they’re not super expensive either. Having two quality cases, would be worth the investment for some people, especially those that use or transport their Amazon Kindle a lot.

When a person purchases a kindle case and/or kindle cover, they will generally receive a screen protector. While the case and cover protect the entire device, the screen protector protects the screen. It does so against things such as scratches and dust. The screen protector also guards against glare so that the user can clearly see what’s on the screen.