Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch
Score: 62/100
PocketBook InkPad Color 3
Score: 71/100Rankings
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a 7.8-inch color e-reader with a 4,096-color Kaleido 3 display, IPX8 waterproofing and long battery life. Its main limitations are the lack of expandable storage and modest hardware performance. Best suited for comic and manga enthusiasts who value color accuracy and durability over raw processing power.
The Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch is a 6-inch e-reader featuring an infrared touchscreen, expandable microSD slot, and up to two months of battery life. It lacks built-in front lighting and runs an outdated Android 2.1 OS, limiting modern functionality. It appeals to travelers and budget-focused readers who prioritize long battery life.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 inches | 7.8 inchesbest | |
— | 720 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 361.9 gbest | 420 g |
— | 2,900 mAhbest | |
— | 300 ppibest | |
— | 1 GBbest | |
2 GB | 32 GBbest | |
3 formats | 6 formatsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Processor | TI OMAP ARM Cortex-A8 | Quad-core 1.8 GHz |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 6 inches | 7.8 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 600x800 pixels | 1404x1872 pixels |
Frontlight Type | GlowLight (optional) | SMARTlight |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 361.9 g | 420 g |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11 b/g/n | Dual band |
Software(2) | ||
Supported File Formats (formats) | 3 formats | 6 formats |
Operating System | Android 2.1 | Linux |
Storage(2) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 2 GB | 32 GB |
Expandable Storage | true | false |
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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 However, they point out the device's modest internal storage, outdated Android 2.1 platform, and the absence of built-in front lighting on the standard model as notable drawbacks.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.
“If you only use the ereader to read books, comics or manga, then I think this is a better buy”
Professional reviewers consider the InkPad Color 3 a solid, reading-focused device that excels in color accuracy and screen size, offering a practical compromise between basic e-readers and full-blown tablets, though they note its modest processor and lack of storage expansion as limitations for power users.
Everyday users praise the large, colorful display, waterproof build, and straightforward USB-C charging, while repeatedly expressing frustration over the inability to add a microSD card and the recessed screen design, which together limit library size and ergonomic preference.
