PocketBook Verse Pro
Score: 78/100
Kobo Clara BW
Score: 71/100Rankings
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 Clara BW is a compact 6-inch black-and-white eReader featuring a sharp 300 PPI display, ComfortLight PRO and IPX8 waterproofing. Its limitations include the absence of physical navigation buttons and modest RAM that can affect heavy PDF use. It's ideal for readers who want a lightweight, waterproof device with excellent readability in bright light.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 inchesbest | 6 inchesbest | |
720 hoursbest | 336 hours | |
— | 1,552,256 pixelsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 186 g | 174 gbest |
300 ppibest | 300 ppibest | |
16 GBbest | 16 GBbest | |
0.5 GB | 0.512 GBbest | |
1,500 mAhbest | 1,500 mAhbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 720 hours | 336 hours |
Performance(2) | ||
RAM (GB) | 0.5 GB | 0.512 GB |
Processor | Dual-core | MediaTek MT8113L ARM A53 1 GHz |
Display(3) | ||
Resolution (pixels) | 1072x1448 pixels | 1448x1072 pixels |
Panel Type | E Ink Carta HD | E Ink Carta 1300 HD |
Front Light Type | SMARTlight | ComfortLight PRO |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | Yes |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 186 g | 174 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 181×29×133 mm mm | 160x112x9.2 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
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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.
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.
