Rankings
The Bigme B6 is a 6-inch color E Ink tablet running Android 14, offering expandable storage and an adjustable front-light. Its trade-offs include modest color resolution, lack of waterproofing, and a relatively small battery. Best for comic readers and Android power users who value app flexibility.
The Ashata 7-inch Android e-Reader combines a crisp 300 ppi E Ink Carta screen, warm/cold front lighting, and ample 64 GB storage for a versatile reading experience. Its higher power draw, plastic chassis, and lack of waterproofing are notable trade-offs. Perfect for Android power users who want extensive app support and large libraries.
The Kobo Clara BW is a compact 6-inch e-reader with a crisp 300 PPI Carta display, ComfortLight PRO, and IPX8 waterproofing, offering broad format compatibility. Its small non-expandable storage and absence of tactile page-turn buttons are trade-offs. Best suited for readers who value portability and a glare-free screen.
The Kobo Clara Colour is a 6-inch colour E-Ink e-reader featuring a vibrant 4096-colour display, lightweight design, and up to 42 days of battery life. Its small screen, lack of stylus, and limited storage can be restrictive for power users. Perfect for casual readers who enjoy comics and colour content on the go.
The Musnap Neo C is a 6-inch color E Ink tablet featuring a 4096-color Kaleido 3 display, Android 10, and 4 GB RAM, delivering vivid visuals for comics and strong app flexibility. Its slower 30 Hz refresh, older OS and lack of stylus or expandability are notable drawbacks. It suits manga enthusiasts and Android tinkerers who prioritize color richness over ultra-fast refresh or premium build.
The PocketBook Basic Lux 4 is an entry-level 6-inch e-reader with a crisp 212 PPI frontlit display and excellent battery endurance. Trade-offs include a fixed frontlight, limited Wi-Fi band, and lack of Bluetooth. Ideal for budget-conscious readers who value portability and broad format support.
The PocketBook Verse Lite is a compact 6-inch E Ink Carta e-reader with an ultra-light 328 g body and up to two months of battery life. Its modest 212 ppi resolution, cold-only front-light and limited storage keep it from matching higher-end models. Perfect for budget-conscious travelers who need basic e-reading capabilities.
The Generic 4.7-inch Y-Ben eReader is ultra-lightweight and ultra-compact, providing physical page-turn buttons and broad format support for on-the-go reading. Its drawbacks include the absence of front lighting, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity, and a small battery, limiting usability in low-light or connected scenarios. Ideal for minimalist travelers who read primarily in bright environments.
The Gowenic 6-inch HD-ink eReader delivers a budget-friendly HD display with expandable storage and includes a protective case and screen film. It is limited by low RAM, no front light, and modest processing power, which can affect performance. Suitable for cost-conscious users needing basic e-reading functionality.
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6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 7 inchesbest | 6 inches | 4.7 inches | |
720 hours | — | — | — | — | 1,008 hoursbest | — | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 155 g | 328 g | 174 g | 145 g | 176 g | 174 g | 195 g | 461 g | 100 gbest |
1,300 mAh | 1,000 mAh | 1,500 mAh | 1,800 mAh | 2,100 mAh | 1,500 mAh | 2,300 mAhbest | — | 350 mAh | |
212 ppi | 212 ppi | 300 ppibest | — | 300 ppibest | 300 ppibest | 300 ppibest | — | 300 ppibest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8 mm | 7.6 mm | 9.2 mm | 7.5 mm | 6.98 mm | 9.2 mm | 6.4 mmbest | — | 7.1 mm |
0.5 GB | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB | 4 GBbest | 4 GBbest | 1 GB | 4 GBbest | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB | |
8 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 64 GBbest | 64 GBbest | 16 GB | 64 GBbest | 8 GB | 4 GB |
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Battery & Power(2) | |||||||||
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1300 mAh | 1000 mAh | 1500 mAh | 1800 mAh | 2100 mAh | 1500 mAh | 2300 mAh | — | 350 mAh |
Battery Life (hours) | 720 hours | — | — | — | — | 1008 hours | — | — | — |
Performance(2) | |||||||||
Processor | Dual-core 1 GHz | Dual-core 1 GHz | MediaTek MT8113L ARM A53 1 GHz | Quad-core 2.0 GHz | Octa-core 2.2 GHz | MediaTek MT8113T | Octa-core | E200 | RK2818 |
RAM (GB) | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 1 GB | 4 GB | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
Display(5) | |||||||||
Screen Size (inches) | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 7 inches | 6 inches | 4.7 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 758x1024 pixels | 758x1024 pixels | 1448x1072 pixels | 1072x1448 pixels | 1072x1448 pixels | 1448x1072 pixels | 1680x1264 pixels | 800x600 pixels | 960x540 pixels |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 212 ppi | 212 ppi | 300 ppi | — | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | — | 300 ppi |
Frontlight Type | fixed | SmartLight | ComfortLight PRO | Adjustable brightness and color temperature | adjustable | LED | Warm/cold LED | — | None |
Touchscreen | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | — | false |
Build & Design(2) | |||||||||
Weight (g) | 155 g | 328 g | 174 g | 145 g | 176 g | 174 g | 195 g | 461 g | 100 g |
Thickness (mm) | 8 mm | 7.6 mm | 9.2 mm | 7.5 mm | 6.98 mm | 9.2 mm | 6.4 mm | — | 7.1 mm |
Connectivity(2) | |||||||||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 4 | 802.11b/g/n | 802.11 ac/b/g/n | 802.11n | dual-band | 802.11ac | 802.11 b/g/n/ac | — | None |
Bluetooth Version | — | — | Yes | Bluetooth | — | — | 5.0/5.1 | — | None |
Software(2) | |||||||||
Supported File Formats (formats) | 25 formats | 25 formats | 15 formats | 25 formats | — | — | 9 formats | 8 formats | 12 formats |
Operating System | Linux 3.10.65 | Linux 3.10.65 | — | Android 10 | Android 14 | — | Android 11 | uCOS | — |
Storage(2) | |||||||||
Internal Storage (GB) | 8 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 16 GB | 64 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB |
Expandable Storage | true | false | — | — | true | false | true | true | false |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers characterize the Basic Lux 4 as a basic yet functional e-reader that delivers crisp 212 PPI text, excellent eye comfort and ultra-lightweight portability at a very affordable price. They commend its sharp recessed screen, tactile page-turn buttons and value-for-money proposition, while noting minor drawbacks such as fixed front-light brightness, occasional screen flicker, ghosting in dark mode and the absence of warm-light or Bluetooth.
Everyday users consistently praise the device's feather-light build, long-lasting battery, front-lit readability and the flexibility of supporting 25 file formats plus microSD expansion. Common complaints revolve around screen flickering, ghosting in dark mode, the small 6-inch display, limited 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and the lack of adjustable warm light, with some noting the modest RAM can make apps feel sluggish.
“gotta be patient”
“Fast for ebooks/comics, portable, app versatility”
“perfect hardware”
Choose Neo C for app flexibility and larger storage; choose Kobo Clara Colour for better price and brand reliability.
Choose Clara Colour for colour books and comics; choose Clara BW for sharper B&W reading and slightly better contrast.
Professional reviewers see the Verse Lite as a stripped-down, budget-focused version of the standard Verse, praising its ultra-light weight, month-long battery and wide format support, but lamenting the loss of warm light, page-turn buttons, rotation sensor and waterproofing, which makes it feel like a very basic offering for 2025.
Everyday users consistently highlight the device's portability, long battery life and clear glare-free screen, noting it meets the needs of casual readers and travelers, while no strong negative feedback is recorded beyond the expected limitations of a low-cost model.
Professional reviewers commend the Clara BW for its sharp, high-contrast 300 PPI E Ink screen, lightweight build, and seamless OverDrive and Bluetooth audiobook integration, noting it delivers a solid black-and-white reading experience. However, they point out the lack of physical page-turn buttons, modest battery life under heavy use, and slightly lower brightness compared to earlier models.
Everyday users praise the device's compact, lightweight feel, glare-free screen readability in bright light, long battery life, and waterproof capability, describing it as an easy entry point for new e-readers. Recurring complaints focus on the missing tactile page-turn buttons, reduced battery endurance with intensive lighting or audio, and the small size being less comfortable for larger hands.
Professional reviewers commend the Neo C's vibrant Kaleido 3 color screen, robust Android 10 platform and powerful hardware, but they question its high price and note the inherent limitations of e-ink refresh speed and missing premium features such as waterproofing and stylus support.
Everyday users appreciate the fast page turns, ample storage and adjustable front-light for comfortable reading, yet they commonly mention the need to adapt to the slower e-ink refresh and occasional dust buildup in the recessed screen.
Reviewers consider the Bigme B6 a compelling blend of e-reader and tablet, emphasizing its Android 14 flexibility, solid performance, and thoughtful virtual button layout as key differentiators that justify its modest price premium over rivals like the Kobo Clara Colour.
Professional reviewers describe the Kobo Clara Colour as a well-engineered entry-level colour e-reader, praising its fast dual-core processor, eMMC storage, and vivid Kaleido 3 display. They highlight its lightweight, waterproof build and impressive battery life, while noting the small screen size and lack of tactile controls as drawbacks for power users.
Everyday users love the Clara Colour's light weight, long battery endurance, and vivid colour rendering for comics and cookbooks. Common complaints revolve around the limited 6-inch screen, the dimmer colour e-ink compared to monochrome panels, and the absence of physical buttons or a stylus, as well as storage constraints.
Professional reviewers commend the device's thin 6.4 mm chassis, lightweight 195 g build, premium flush glass front and high-resolution 300 ppi E Ink screen, as well as the inclusion of tactile page-turn buttons and Android flexibility. However, they caution that the Android OS draws more power, the plastic body may wear without a case, and the wider bezels detract from its sleekness.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the super-light feel, one-handed comfort, broad file-format support, long battery life, and handy physical buttons. Common complaints focus on the plastic body's susceptibility to wear, the need to adjust grip due to wider bezels, and a steeper learning curve from the Android interface.
Professional reviewers commend the P47L for its unmatched portability, durable construction, and stable performance across a wide range of file formats. However, they criticize its stripped-down nature, noting the missing front-light, connectivity options, and modern conveniences make it feel dated and limit its practicality for most readers.
Everyday users love how light and pocket-sized the device is, praising its reliable PDF handling and simple USB sideloading. Common frustrations revolve around the lack of front-lighting, short battery life, and the absence of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, which make the device less convenient for typical daily reading scenarios.
