Kobo is a thousand times better than Kindle. The ability to use Overdrive to borrow library books makes Kobo rank so much higher. Highly recommend
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Brand: Rakuten Kobo eReader Store
Featuring a sharp E Ink Carta 1300 display , the Kobo Clara BW is a premium black-and-white eReader designed for glare-free, immersive reading. Its compact 6-inch frame makes this small eReader perfect for travel or comfortable one-handed use, while its IPX8-rated design makes it a fully waterproof eReader safe for the bath or pool. Beyond its durable design, the Kobo Clara BW is packed with features including 16GB of storage for 12,000 eBooks, ComfortLight PRO for reduced blue light, and built-in Libby integration for easy library borrowing. With Bluetooth® wireless technology for audiobooks, direct Wi-Fi access to the Kobo store, and up to 53 days of battery life, it is the ultimate all-in-one companion for readers on the go.
GTIN: 681495009558
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It was exactly what I was looking for. Very lightweight, which is ideal for me, and roughly around the screen size of my phone. Compact enough to easily fit in my bags. I wish there was a manual or a QR code to one so that I could use it to its full potential, but other than that, no complaints.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Great device and does everything well. I may need to get a case mainly because I find it unlocks itself while in my bag. One thing to keep in mind if you're considering one
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Super slow and constantly require resetting wifi and/or kobo remote. Then I was told that the issue could be the sleep cover that I bought at the same time on kobo website as the magnet could cause weird things... it is frustrating.
Quality: 3
Value for money: 3
One you have a book downloaded the device works well as an e-reader. However since purchasing this I have spent more time attempting to get books onto the device than actually reading them. You connect to one drive to access books from the library, sometimes the sign in doesn’t work. When it does work I have borrowed books from the library, tried to sync them to the device which won’t work. The book has to be the exact same edition on both the library and the Kobo e-store. I have borrowed over 20 books from the library and 2 of them have been compatible.
Quality: 4
Value for money: 2
I was really excited to get a Kobo instead of a Kindle, to support someone other than Amazon. But, overall, I'm a bit disappointed. The only library connection is Overdrive, which doesn't connect with Hoopla or Palace, only Libby. And the Kobo Plus subscription is nearly useless, very few new or interesting books available. The device itself is fine, no better or worse than the second-hand kindle I have, and not quite as nice as our Nook. The backup lighting is good, as expected. The difficulty in getting library books and ARCs to this device is what makes it less valuable, in my opinion. I won't use it as much and won't recommend it until these compatibility issues are resolved. Yes - I know I can download items onto my computer and connect to the Kobo, but 1) I can't download from most library apps, and 2) that's a pain. I've been differing to my second-hand kindle, which I really didn't want to do. Bummer.
Quality: 4
Value for money: 2
I don't regret upgrading from my Kindle!
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Exceptional battery life and easy to use. Couldn't be happier and I'm so glad I made the switch to Kobo
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
It’s a good product. I’m still learning how to get the most out of it but it’s good.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Excellent product!
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
The touch screen is very, very sensitive. When I touch a word for the dictionary it usually skips to the next page. The biggest issue is the lack of flexibility in advancing pages. It is limited to right side for advance and left side for reverse. I read 2 to 3 hours a night and this pretty much forces me to hold the reader in my left hand. Previous readers allowed advance pages by touching the right or left side. I was much happier with the previous 2 or 3 Kobo Readers.
Quality: 3
Value for money: 3
It's so easy to use! From the power button, touch screen and easy access to various books, I've been loving my Kobo Clara!
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Quality product. Light, easy to change settings and navigate book store.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Liked the reader, but so disappointed to find out that the Kobo Clara doesn't support two libraries at once. Even worse, Rakuten charged me $7.50 to return the reader.
Quality: 2
Value for money: 2
The black and white screen looks great, does everything you could need from an ereader. Easy to read books both from the official store and external sources. The integration with Instapaper for reading news articles is great too.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Amazing way to read and decompress from all the chaos in life.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
The on/off button is easy and responsive
Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
Easy to use. Very portable
Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Light weight, easy to hold and small enough to fit into a purse
Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
I can't rate it because they never sent it to me and refuse to reimburse me.
Quality: 1
Value for money: 1