Rankings
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 Kobo Clara Colour is a 6-inch colour e-reader that adds a 4096-colour Kaleido 3 panel, ComfortLight PRO and IPX8 waterproofing to a lightweight design. Trade-offs include a modest 16 GB storage capacity and the absence of physical navigation buttons or a stylus. It's best for casual readers who want colour for comics or cookbooks while still valuing portability and long battery life.
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 offers a 7.8-inch 4096-color E Ink Kaleido 3 screen with SMARTlight and 32 GB of internal storage, ideal for comics and manga. It lacks expandable storage and has modest performance, which may limit power users. It shines for users seeking vibrant color reading in a waterproof package.
The Veidoo 5.8-inch e-reader runs Android, providing Google Play access, 32 GB storage expandable to 64 GB, and a built-in speaker in a very lightweight design. Its low-resolution screen, lack of front-light, and modest performance are notable drawbacks. Suited for users who prioritize Android app flexibility and portability over premium reading quality.
| Attribute | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 inches | 6 inches | 7.8 inchesbest | 5.8 inches | |
720 hours | 1,008 hoursbest | 720 hours | — | |
— | 1,552,256 pixelsbest | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 186 g | 174 g | 420 g | 165 gbest |
300 ppibest | 300 ppibest | 150 ppi | 139 ppi | |
16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GBbest | 32 GBbest | |
0.5 GB | 1 GBbest | 1 GBbest | 1 GBbest | |
1,500 mAh | 1,500 mAh | 2,900 mAhbest | 1,500 mAh |
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| Attribute | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||||
Battery Life (hours) | 720 hours | 1008 hours | 720 hours | — |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1500 mAh | 1500 mAh | 2900 mAh | 1500 mAh |
Performance(2) | ||||
RAM (GB) | 0.5 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB |
Processor | Dual-core | MediaTek MT8113T dual-core ARM A53 2.0 GHz | Quad-core 1.8 GHz | Quad-core |
Display(5) | ||||
Screen Size (inches) | 6 inches | 6 inches | 7.8 inches | 5.8 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 1072x1448 pixels | 1448x1072 pixels | 1404x1872 pixels | 648x480 pixels |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 300 ppi | 300 ppi | 150 ppi | 139 ppi |
Panel Type | E Ink Carta HD | E Ink Kaleido 3 with FastGLR | E Ink Kaleido 3 | E Ink Carta HD |
Front Light Type | SMARTlight | ComfortLight PRO | SMARTlight | — |
Storage(1) | ||||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB |
Connectivity(1) | ||||
Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | Supported | true | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||||
Weight (g) | 186 g | 174 g | 420 g | 165 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 181×29×133 mm mm | 112x160x9.2 mm mm | 213×28×159 mm mm | 48×148×10 mm mm |
General(1) | ||||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | — | 2 years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
“perfect hardware”
“light as a feather”
“wonderful display for graphic novels”
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 page-turn buttons or stylus support.
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.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the Veidoo’s impressive portability and Android flexibility, but they uniformly condemn its 139 PPI display and lack of front‑light, calling the screen quality “paltry” and “evil.” Performance is described as sluggish, and the device is suspected to be a clone of cheaper Haxmini/Topjoy models, which undermines confidence in long‑term support.
Everyday users mainly mention the device’s light weight and the convenience of the included protective case, but there is little positive chatter beyond those points. The absence of a front‑light and the low‑resolution screen are implicitly understood as drawbacks, aligning with expert criticism.
