Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch
Score: 66/100
PocketBook Verse Pro
Score: 78/100Rankings
The PocketBook Verse Pro is a compact 6-inch waterproof e-reader featuring a sharp 300 PPI E Ink Carta HD display with SMARTlight and 16 GB of storage. Its trade-offs include a modest processor, limited RAM, and no expandable storage. Best suited for travelers and readers who value format flexibility and durability.
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 It runs an outdated Android 2.1 OS and lacks built-in front lighting, limiting its modern appeal.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 | 6 inchesbest | |
1,440 hoursbest | 720 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 361.9 g | 186 gbest |
— | 300 ppibest | |
2 GB | 16 GBbest | |
— | 0.5 GBbest | |
— | 1,500 mAhbest | |
32 GBbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 1440 hours | 720 hours |
Performance(1) | ||
Processor | TI OMAP ARM Cortex-A8 | Dual-core |
Display(2) | ||
Resolution (pixels) | 600x800 pixels | 1072x1448 pixels |
Panel Type | E Ink Pearl | E Ink Carta HD |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 2 GB | 16 GB |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 361.9 g | 186 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 177.8×127×127 mm mm | 181×29×133 mm mm |
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 However, they point out the device's modest internal storage, outdated Android 2.1 platform, and the absence of built-in front lighting on the standard model as notable drawbacks.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 praise the Verse Pro's stunning 300 PPI screen, pocket-friendly ergonomics with physical buttons, and its open format support that avoids vendor lock-in. They note the device's solid waterproofing and long battery life, but criticize the absence of expandable storage, the indented screen surface, and the modest processor/RAM that can feel sluggish against newer rivals.
Everyday users consistently commend the lightweight feel, sharp display, and month-long battery endurance, especially for travel and poolside reading. Recurring complaints focus on the fixed 16 GB storage, occasional software lag, and the indented screen that can gather dust.
