PocketBook InkPad 4
Score: 79/100
Kobo Clara Colour
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Kobo Clara Colour is a 6-inch colour e-reader with a Kaleido 3 display, 42-day battery life and IPX8 waterproof rating. Its small screen and lack of physical buttons or stylus may hinder power users and heavy colour-content readers. Best for casual readers who want a compact, portable colour device for comics, cookbooks and audiobooks.
The PocketBook InkPad 4 is a 7.8-inch color e-reader with a vivid Kaleido 3 display and robust waterproof build. Its weight and lack of expandable storage are notable trade-offs. Ideal for readers who prioritize color comics and durability over ultra-light portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7.8 inchesbest | 6 inches | |
| ↓ lower better | 265 g | 174 gbest |
32 GBbest | 16 GB | |
150 ppibest | 150 ppibest | |
1 GBbest | 1 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 160 mm | 9.2 mmbest |
25 formatsbest | 15 formats | |
2,900 mAhbest | 1,500 mAh |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Processor | Quad Core 1.8GHz | MediaTek MT8113T dual-core ARM A53 |
Display(2) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 7.8 inches | 6 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 1264x1680 pixels | 1448x1072 pixels |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 2900 mAh | 1500 mAh |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Dual-band 2.4/5 GHz | 802.11 ac/b/g/n dual-band 2.4/5 GHz |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 265 g | 174 g |
Thickness (mm) | 160 mm | 9.2 mm |
Software(1) | ||
Supported File Formats (formats) | 25 formats | 15 formats |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
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Professional reviewers commend the InkPad Color 3 for bringing color e-reading into the mainstream with its vivid Kaleido 3 screen, eye-friendly SMARTlight and robust waterproof build, while noting its lack of external storage and heavier chassis.
Everyday users praise the device's portability, long battery life, clear color display for comics and manga, and the convenience of built-in audio, but complain about its relatively heavy chassis and inability to expand storage.
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.
“perfect hardware”
“light as a feather”
“wonderful display for graphic novels”
