Step 11: eReader Extended Warranty; Should you buy it?
Where to buy eBook reader warranties
By Jack Burden
Retailers and etailers will often offer an extended warranty. On expensive products an extended warranty can offer peace of mind but it's only feasible if the price of the warranty can be justified with the price of the unit. eReaders are currently selling anywhere from $99 to right around $200, the standard rule of thumb for insurance is about 10% of the price of the product being insured.
In our research we found that warranties for eBook readers sold by the retailer run anywhere from $40 to over $100 for 2 years of extended coverage on a product costing anywhere from $139 to $379. There are aftermarket warranties from companies like SquareTrade that offer an eReader extended warranty for slightly less than what the stores offer but when compared to the price of the unit the cost is still prohibitive.
Unless someone comes along and offers a 2 or 3 year warranty for around $20 we don't recommend purchase insurance at such a large percentage of the price of the original unit.
11 Step Guide to Buying an eReader
- Step 1: What is an eReader or ebook reader? How eReader Technology works - Differences with laptops
- Step 2: Why buy an eReader or eBook reader? Will it save me money and time?
- Step 3: eInk vs. LCD/LED Screen; Which is better? Do I need color on my eReader?
- Step 4: What eBook Readers and ereaders are currently available in the marketplace? What's coming?
- Step 5: eReader Reviews; eBook reader ratings from our editors based on Quality, Features, Value
- Step 6: eReader books; Books available for eBook Readers, where to buy it, how much does it cost?
- Step 7: eReader Pros and Cons; Why buy an eReader? What are the advantages of eBook Readers?
- Step 8: eReaders and eBook reader retailers - Where to buy, which are best?
- Step 9: Best eReader; Top 5 eReaders and eBook Readers by Editors Ratings
- Step 10: eReader Cases & Maintenance; How to care for your eBook reader after purchase
- Step 11: eReader Extended Warranty; Should you buy it? Where to buy eBook reader warranties
