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Kobo Clara 2E vs Kobo Glo
Kobo Clara 2E
Kobo Glo
Why is Kobo Clara 2E better than Kobo Glo?
- Supports text-to-speech?
- 4 more file types supported?
15vs11 - 14 g lighter?
171 gvs185 g - Has anti-reflection coating?
- 14GB more internal storage?
16GBvs2GB - 40.85% higher pixel density?
300 ppivs213 ppi - Has access to real library to “borrow” e-books?
- 13.36% less body volume?
155.07 cm³vs178.98 cm³
Why is Kobo Glo better than Kobo Clara 2E?
- Has an external memory slot?
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Price comparison
Kobo Clara 2E
Kobo Clara 2E | eReader | Glare-Free 6” HD Touchscreen | ComfortLight PRO Blue Light Reduction | Adjustab...Kobo Clara 2E | eReader | Glare-Free 6” HD Touchscreen | ComfortLight PRO Blue Light Reduction | Adjustable Brightness | WiFi | 16GB of Storage | Carta E Ink Technology | Waterproof
Kobo Glo
Kobo Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks...Kobo Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black
Kobo Libra 2 | eReader | 7” Glare Free Touchscreen | Waterproof | Adjustable Brightness and Color Tempera...Kobo Libra 2 | eReader | 7” Glare Free Touchscreen | Waterproof | Adjustable Brightness and Color Temperature | Blue Light Reduction | eBooks | WiFi | 32GB of Storage | Carta E Ink Technology | Black
Kobo Clara Colour | Colour eReader | 6” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | W...Kobo Clara Colour | Colour eReader | 6” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | Waterproof | Audiobooks | 16GB of Storage | Black
Kobo Libra Colour | eReader | 7” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | Audioboo...Kobo Libra Colour | eReader | 7” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | Black
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Overall rating
Features
Build quality
10.0/10
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Value for money
10.0/10
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Display quality
10.0/10
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Ergonomics
10.0/10
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User-friendly interface
10.0/10
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Design
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 is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
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.
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
lowest potential operating temperature
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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).
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 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.
An e-paper display provides a high contrast allowing users to read in direct sunlight without requiring much power.
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
This helps to reduce the reflection from your device.
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.
More screen shades (greys) result in better gradients and usually a better reading experience.
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Performance
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.
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.
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.
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.
maximum amount of external memory supported
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Kobo Clara 2E: Not applicable
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The maximum amount of external storage memory supported by the the device.
included SD card (memory size)
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Kobo Clara 2E: Not applicable
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Kobo Glo)
Some manufacturers include a memory card in the box. An SD card with a higher storage capacity allows you to extend the storage space on your device with ease, providing you with more space for your data.
Connectivity
Devices that use cellular technology can connect to mobile networks. Cellular networks have much wider signal coverage than Wi-Fi.
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
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.
With a search browser app, you can surf the internet from your device.
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.
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
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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, 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.
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
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.
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.
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
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How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Features
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
The device has a built-in speaker for playing audio.
The device has a dictionary that can be accessed offline.
How many file types the device supports, such as PDF, JPG or PNG.
Users can get access to books from real libraries.
This enables your device to verbalize on-screen content.
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
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
Kobo Clara 2E
Kobo Clara 2E | eReader | Glare-Free 6” HD Touchscreen | ComfortLight PRO Blue Light Reduction | Adjustab...Kobo Clara 2E | eReader | Glare-Free 6” HD Touchscreen | ComfortLight PRO Blue Light Reduction | Adjustable Brightness | WiFi | 16GB of Storage | Carta E Ink Technology | Waterproof
Kobo Glo
Kobo Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks...Kobo Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black
Kobo Libra 2 | eReader | 7” Glare Free Touchscreen | Waterproof | Adjustable Brightness and Color Tempera...Kobo Libra 2 | eReader | 7” Glare Free Touchscreen | Waterproof | Adjustable Brightness and Color Temperature | Blue Light Reduction | eBooks | WiFi | 32GB of Storage | Carta E Ink Technology | Black
Kobo Clara Colour | Colour eReader | 6” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | W...Kobo Clara Colour | Colour eReader | 6” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | Waterproof | Audiobooks | 16GB of Storage | Black
Kobo Libra Colour | eReader | 7” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | Audioboo...Kobo Libra Colour | eReader | 7” Glare-Free Colour E Ink Kaleido™ 3 Display | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | Black
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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