Kobo Clara 2E review: specs and price
Kobo Clara 2E
Why is Kobo Clara 2E better than the average?
- Weight?
171 gvs260.6 g - Pixel density?
300 ppivs246.61 ppi - Volume?
155.07 cm³vs220.66 cm³ - Width?
112.1 mmvs140.9 mm - Height?
159 mmvs181.07 mm
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
10.0/10
1 votes
Value for money
10.0/10
1 votes
Display quality
10.0/10
1 votes
Ergonomics
10.0/10
1 votes
User-friendly interface
10.0/10
1 votes
Design
weight
171 g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
volume
155.07 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
is dustproof and water-resistant
✖Kobo Clara 2E
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
width
112.1 mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔Kobo Clara 2E
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
thickness
8.7 mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
height
159 mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
lowest potential operating temperature
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
maximum operating temperature
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The maximum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
Display
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
is self-lit
✔Kobo Clara 2E
Self-lit devices have a back or front light incorporated, so they can be used in poor light conditions or in the dark.
pixel density
300 ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Has an e-paper display
✔Kobo Clara 2E
An e-paper display provides a high contrast allowing users to read in direct sunlight without requiring much power.
has a touch screen
✔Kobo Clara 2E
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
has anti-reflection coating
✔Kobo Clara 2E
This helps to reduce the reflection from your device.
resolution
1072 x 1448 px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
number of screen shades
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More screen shades (greys) result in better gradients and usually a better reading experience.
has branded damage-resistant glass
✖Kobo Clara 2E
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Performance
internal storage
16GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
has an external memory slot
✖Kobo Clara 2E
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
RAM
0.5GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
CPU speed
2 x 1 GHz
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
semiconductor size
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Small semiconductors provide better performance and reduced power consumption. Chipsets with a higher number of transistors, semiconductor components of electronic devices, offer more computational power. A small form factor allows more transistors to fit on a chip, therefore increasing its performance.
Connectivity
has a cellular module
✖Kobo Clara 2E
Devices that use cellular technology can connect to mobile networks. Cellular networks have much wider signal coverage than Wi-Fi.
supports Wi-Fi
✔Kobo Clara 2E
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
Has Bluetooth
✔Kobo Clara 2E
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets and computers.
Bluetooth version
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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has a search browser
✔Kobo Clara 2E
With a search browser app, you can surf the internet from your device.
has NFC
✖Kobo Clara 2E
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
is DLNA-certified
✖Kobo Clara 2E
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
download speed
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
This is the maximum download speed supported. In reality, the download speed will usually be lower, as it will be affected by other factors (such as your home/mobile network speeds).
Battery
battery power
1500 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Battery life
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The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Has USB Type-C
✔Kobo Clara 2E
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
has a removable battery
✖Kobo Clara 2E
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
charge time
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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Supports fast charging
✖Kobo Clara 2E
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
has wireless charging
✖Kobo Clara 2E
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
operating power consumption
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
has a rechargeable battery
✔Kobo Clara 2E
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Features
Ad-free
✖Kobo Clara 2E
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
has a built-in speaker
✖Kobo Clara 2E
The device has a built-in speaker for playing audio.
has dictionary
✔Kobo Clara 2E
The device has a dictionary that can be accessed offline.
How many file types the device supports, such as PDF, JPG or PNG.
Has access to real library to “borrow” e-books
✔Kobo Clara 2E
Users can get access to books from real libraries.
supports text-to-speech
✔Kobo Clara 2E
This enables your device to verbalize on-screen content.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Kobo Clara 2E
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has GPS
✖Kobo Clara 2E
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
has stereo speakers
✖Kobo Clara 2E
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Price comparison
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Comments
Gudrun
5 months ago
6 / 10
Not particularly satisfied with Kobo Clara 2E
Gudrun
5 months ago
6 / 10
I have been using Pocketbook Touch HD for a few years now and started to feel it was a bit outdated and slow, so I bought a Kobo Clara 2E. I was not impressed. It is designed for a) buying books, particularly Kobo books; b) if my library does not offer Overdrive that works with Kobo, which few do, one must borrow via a computer and then transfer to the e-reader; c) Kobo works both with WiFi and via the computer, I was mainly interested in a tablet that is used via WiFi, like my Pocketbook, but with Kobo, it seems like one often has to sit with a computer or iPad beside oneself; d) with Pocketbook there is a general search box where you can write the name of a book and get different suggestions where to buy the book or download it for free. Nothing like that with Kobo. For example, I searched: Penny, Kingdom of the Blind. On Kobo: No results found. On Pocketbook: reference to Amazon, Bokus, Goodreads, etc.
Connor
2 months ago
10 / 10
This is the best ereader ever
Connor
2 months ago
10 / 10
This is the best ereader ever