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Can reMarkable 2 Read Kindle Books? The 2026 Guide to Workarounds
It is the most frequent question asked by new owners of the “Paper Tablet.” You have just invested nearly $500 in a premium reMarkable 2 (or the new Paper Pro), and you love the writing feel. But you also have a massive library of ebooks purchased from Amazon over the last decade. Naturally, you ask: “Can reMarkable 2 read Kindle books?”
The official answer from reMarkable AS is a flat “No.” The ecosystem is closed, and Amazon’s DRM (Digital Rights Management) prevents their files from opening on competitor devices. However, for the determined user, the unofficial answer is “Yes, but it takes some work.” In this guide, we will explain exactly why the devices don’t talk to each other, and walk you through the step-by-step process of liberating your library using free software tools in 2026.
The Problem: DRM and Ecosystems
To understand the answer to “**can remarkable 2 read kindle books**,” you first have to understand file formats. Amazon uses proprietary formats called AZW3 and KFX. These files are encrypted. They are locked to your specific Kindle serial number or your Kindle App ID.
The reMarkable 2 only supports two file formats natively:
- PDF: Great for documents, bad for resizing text.
- EPUB: The industry standard for ebooks. Flexible and resizeable.
Because Amazon refuses to use EPUB, and reMarkable refuses to pay Amazon for a Kindle app license, there is no native way to open your Stephen King novel on your writing tablet. You cannot just drag and drop the file. If you try, you will get an error message.
The Solution: Calibre + DeDRM
If you search “**can remarkable 2 read kindle books**” on Reddit, you will inevitably be pointed toward a piece of software called Calibre.
Calibre is a free, open-source ebook management tool. Think of it as iTunes for your books. On its own, Calibre can convert files, but it cannot break Amazon’s lock. To do that, you need a plugin called DeDRM (often found in the “NoDRM” repository on GitHub).
Warning: Legal Grey Area
Stripping DRM from books you have purchased for personal use is generally tolerated in many jurisdictions, but sharing those files is illegal piracy. We do not condone piracy. This guide is for backing up your own legally purchased content.
Step-by-Step Conversion Guide
Here is the 2026 workflow to answer “**can remarkable 2 read kindle books**” with a “Yes.”
- Download Your Books: Go to your Amazon “Content & Devices” page on a desktop browser. Select “Download & Transfer via USB.” You will need to select a registered Kindle device from the dropdown menu to download the file.
- Install Calibre: Download and install the latest version of Calibre on your PC or Mac.
- Install DeDRM: Download the latest DeDRM plugin zip file. In Calibre, go to Preferences > Plugins > Load plugin from file. Select the zip.
- Configure DeDRM: You will need to enter the Serial Number of your physical Kindle device into the plugin settings. This acts as the “key” to unlock the files.
- Import and Convert: Drag your Amazon AZW3 file into Calibre. If configured correctly, the DRM is stripped instantly. Then, right-click the book and select Convert > To EPUB.
- Transfer to reMarkable: Open the reMarkable desktop app. Drag the newly created EPUB file into the window. It will sync to your tablet.
What is the Reading Experience Like?
Once you have jumped through these hoops, **can remarkable 2 read kindle books** effectively?
The Pros:
Reading on the reMarkable is lovely. The screen is larger (10.3 inches) than a standard Kindle, meaning you fit more text on a page. The lack of front light (on the RM2) is very easy on the eyes. You can also scribble handwritten notes directly in the margins of the EPUB, which is a feature most Kindles lack.
The Cons:
You lose the ecosystem. There is no Whispersync. If you read on your reMarkable, your phone app won’t know where you left off. You lose X-Ray (character bios), Goodreads integration, and the built-in dictionary is slower and less comprehensive than Amazon’s. Also, looking up highlights later is difficult as they are stored as image layers, not text.
Better Alternatives for Kindle Users
If the process above sounds like too much work, you might be using the wrong device.
1. Onyx Boox Note Air 4C
This tablet runs Android. You can simply install the official Kindle App from the Google Play Store. No conversion, no hacking. It works exactly like your phone but on e-ink. Check it out at Boox.com.
2. Amazon Kindle Scribe
If you want a large writing tablet that reads Kindle books natively, Amazon built one. The Kindle Scribe allows you to read and write sticky notes in millions of books without any friction. See the Scribe at Amazon.
Final Verdict
So, **can remarkable 2 read kindle books**?
- Technically: No.
- Practically: Yes, if you convert them to EPUB first.
If you already own the reMarkable and have a small library, the conversion process is worth it for the superior reading experience. But if you buy a tablet specifically to read your 5,000 Kindle books, you should return it and buy a Boox or Scribe instead.
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