Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch
Score: 66/100
Gowenic Paperwhite eReader
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Gowenic 5.76-inch ePaper tablet offers a 24-level adjustable front light and IPX8 waterproof protection, making it robust for reading anywhere. However, it lacks wireless charging and native stylus support, limiting annotation capabilities. Best suited for readers who prioritize durability and note-taking over premium charging features.
The Nook Simple Touch is a 6-inch E-Ink reader with infrared touchscreen and expandable microSD storage, delivering up to two months of battery life. It runs an outdated Android 2.1 OS and lacks built-in front lighting, limiting its modern appeal. It works well for travelers who value long battery life and expandable storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 inchesbest | 5.76 inches | |
1,440 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 361.9 gbest | 420 g |
— | 198 ppibest | |
2 GB | 32 GBbest | |
— | 1 GBbest | |
32 GB | 1,024 GBbest | |
— | 0.25 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 6 inches | 5.76 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 600x800 pixels | 920x680 pixels |
Panel Type | E Ink Pearl | E Ink |
Storage(2) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 2 GB | 32 GB |
Expandable Storage (GB) | 32 GB | 1024 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 361.9 g | 420 g |
Waterproof | false | true |
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Professional reviewers commend the Nook Simple Touch for its feather-light build, intuitive infrared touchscreen, and impressive battery endurance that lives up to the advertised claims. However, they point out the device's modest internal storage, outdated Android 2.1 platform, and the absence of built-in front lighting on the standard model as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the device's portability, long battery life, and the convenience of free in-store Wi-Fi, noting that it feels comfortable to hold for extended periods. Recurring complaints focus on the limited usable internal storage and the infrared touchscreen's need for precise interaction, with many users relying on a microSD card to expand capacity.
Professional reviewers commend the Paperwhite 6.8 for its brighter, higher-contrast display, smoother navigation and modern USB-C port, but they criticize the lack of wireless charging and any stylus capability, noting that these omissions limit its appeal to power users who want annotation features.
Typical users love the waterproof design, long battery life and warm-light customization, yet many express disappointment over the gray screen when the light is off and the inability to take handwritten notes.
