PocketBook Verse
Score: 67/100
Kobo Libra Colour
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Kobo Libra Colour is a 7-inch waterproof colour e-reader with a Kaleido 3 display, 32 GB storage and support for a magnetic stylus. Its colour and stylus capabilities consume more power and the lack of expandable storage may limit long-term library growth. Best for comic and manga fans or note-takers who want a portable colour device with a larger screen.
The PocketBook Verse is a compact 6-inch e-reader offering adjustable SMARTlight, hybrid navigation and generous microSD expansion. Its lower resolution, lack of waterproofing and missing Bluetooth are notable compromises. It suits budget-conscious commuters who value portability over premium features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 inches | 7 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 340 g | 199.5 gbest |
8 GB | 32 GBbest | |
212 ppibest | 150 ppi | |
0.5 GBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 133 mm | 8.3 mmbest |
25 formatsbest | 16 formats | |
1,500 mAh | 2,050 mAhbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Processor | Dual Core 1GHz | Dual-core 2 GHz |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 6 inches | 7 inches |
Resolution (pixels) | 758x1024 pixels | 1264x1680 pixels |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 212 ppi | 150 ppi |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1500 mAh | 2050 mAh |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi | 802.11 ac/b/g/n |
Bluetooth Version | false | 5.0 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 340 g | 199.5 g |
Thickness (mm) | 133 mm | 8.3 mm |
Software(1) | ||
Supported File Formats (formats) | 25 formats | 16 formats |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 8 GB | 32 GB |
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Professional reviewers commend the PocketBook Verse for its ultra-light weight, compact footprint, and intuitive hybrid controls, noting that the adjustable SMARTlight and month-long battery make it a strong budget choice, but criticize the modest 212 PPI display, lack of waterproofing, and limited processing power.
Everyday users love the portability, long battery life, and broad format support, often highlighting the convenience of physical page-turn buttons, while recurring complaints focus on lower screen sharpness, occasional software lag, and missing features such as waterproofing and Bluetooth.
Professional reviewers applaud the Libra Colour for its lighter chassis, upgraded 2 GHz CPU and the vibrant Kaleido 3 screen that makes comics and PDFs come alive. They also caution that the color features and optional stylus increase power consumption and that the fixed 32 GB storage cannot be expanded.
Everyday users love the portable 7-inch form factor, the ample 32 GB library capacity and the vivid colors for manga and cover art, while repeatedly noting the strong battery life after prolonged use. Common complaints revolve around the separate stylus purchase, lack of expandable storage and occasional lag when handling high-resolution images.
