Barnes & Noble Nook Simple Touch
Score: 62/100
reMarkable 2
Score: 74/100Rankings
The reMarkable Paper Pro is an 11.8-inch color Canvas E Ink tablet designed for note-taking with a high-precision stylus and adjustable front light. Its large size and weight, plus a limited app ecosystem, may deter users seeking portability. It excels for professionals needing a large, color-capable digital notebook.
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 It lacks built-in front lighting and runs an outdated Android 2.1 OS, limiting modern functionality.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 | 11.8 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 361.9 gbest | 1,400 g |
— | 5,030 mAhbest | |
— | 229 ppibest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 4.7 mmbest |
— | 2 GBbest | |
2 GB | 64 GBbest | |
3 formatsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Processor | TI OMAP ARM Cortex-A8 | 1.8 GHz |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 6 inches | 11.8 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 600x800 pixels | 2160x1620 pixels |
Frontlight Type | GlowLight (optional) | adjustable |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 361.9 g | 1400 g |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11 b/g/n | dual-band |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Android 2.1 | Linux |
Storage(2) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 2 GB | 64 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 However, they point out the device's modest internal storage, outdated Android 2.1 platform, and the absence of built-in front lighting on the standard model as notable drawbacks.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.
“"like real paper"”
“"Excellent paper-like texture and low latency (12 ms) for fluid writing"”
Professional reviewers highlight the Paper Pro's larger color Canvas screen, adjustable reading light and 12 ms latency as major upgrades that reduce eyestrain and deliver an unmatched paper-like experience. They commend the split-screen multitasking and high-resolution display for productivity, while noting the device's increased weight, higher price and limited software ecosystem as trade-offs.
Everyday users love the natural writing feel, long battery life and minimalist focus, often describing it as "like real paper" and ideal for journaling and PDF markup.
