Kobo Elipsa 2E
Score: 72/100
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 Kobo Elipsa 2E is a 10.3-inch E Ink e-reader and digital notepad that combines a large glare-free screen with a lightweight stylus for note-taking. Its drawbacks are a heavy chassis, limited audiobook ecosystem, and modest 1 GB of RAM that can feel restrictive. It excels for students, professionals, and anyone who needs a big canvas for PDFs and annotations.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10.3 inchesbest | 6 inches | |
504 hours | 720 hoursbest | |
2,628,288 pixelsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 386 g | 186 gbest |
227 ppi | 300 ppibest | |
32 GBbest | 16 GB | |
1 GBbest | 0.5 GB | |
2,400 mAhbest | 1,500 mAh |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 504 hours | 720 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2400 mAh | 1500 mAh |
Performance(2) | ||
RAM (GB) | 1 GB | 0.5 GB |
Processor | Dual-core 2.0GHz MediaTek RM53 | Dual-core |
Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 10.3 inches | 6 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 1404x1872 pixels | 1072x1448 pixels |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 227 ppi | 300 ppi |
Panel Type | E Ink Carta 1200 touchscreen | E Ink Carta HD |
Front Light Type | ComfortLight PRO | SMARTlight |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | Supported | 5.4 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 386 g | 186 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 192.8x227.3x7.9 mm mm | 181×29×133 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Elipsa 2E for its faster processor, lighter stylus, sustainable materials, and robust cloud integration, noting it as a solid upgrade over its predecessor that bridges reading and productivity effectively.
Everyday users are split; many appreciate the large screen, long battery, and stylus comfort, while others criticize the limited feature set, perceived speed constraints, and value for money.
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.
“massive upgrade”
“solid iteration over its predecessor in the plus-sized eReader segment”
