KOBO Clara BW

This is my first e-reader, I would’ve gone for the B/W model but the prices were the same for both of them, so I went for the magical gift of colours. The software is intuitive and transferring your local books from laptops is a breeze. The price may seem on the higher end, but if you’re a book nerd, it’ll worth it trust me. Getting decent accessories at an affordable prices is the only con I can say. The screen quality is actually great, even tho people said the resolution won’t be as sharp and it will be darker, I adore the grainy effect, it looks like a newspaper. And the compact size is perfect for me, i can easily carry it in my bag without it feeling like a liability.

I switched from kindle to kobo for the exact reason that most other people did. And I gotta say, I couldn’t be happier with my decision! No signing up, no logging in. Just attach the kobo to your laptop with a USB cable, drop your e-books into the kobo folder, and you’re ready to read. When you’re first setting it up, it does ask you to create an account. But you can very easily bypass this. Just google it. I promise you it’s not hard and even someone not very tech savvy could do it. You can absolutely have a privacy focused experience with the kobo. My e-reader needs are very basic. I don’t care in the least about bells and whistles. Which is why this model suits me. The most important thing for me is that I own the books on my device and they won’t just disappear someday. I did think of getting the color version. However, my eyes are not what they used to be so I need all the crispness and clarity i can get. The color versions seemed to be a little grayish and dull compared to the black and white version. Which I believe would have made it harder on my eyes. I watched about fifty videos and the screen on the color ones is indeed duller unless you really crank up the backlight. But then that means your battery depletes faster. On the black and white version, I have the backlight at about 20% and the text looks clear to me. So less charging, more reading. Overall, I’m very happy. This is a fantastic basic model and I am in love. If it turns out it’s not durable or something gets messed up over time, I’ll return and update this review.

I am very happy with it. The text on the screen is clear and crisp, making it very easy on the eyes for long reading sessions. I love the adjustable warm light, perfect for reading in bed. Its compact size makes it easy to carry everywhere. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an e-reader

Here is a detailed review after using it for a month Pros: 1. Handy. Easy to hold. Weightless. Fits in my pocket 2. User friendly interface 3. Lovely to read comics. 4. Battery lasts long 5. Easy to load pdfs and epubs from pc through c type cable. 6. Pleasant on the eyes. Though mixed reviews on contrast. Its really good. 7. Good value for money 8. Adequately water proof 9. Easy to highlight Cons: 1. Hangs quite a bit. Once accidentally set to factory reset 2. 16GB storage just adequate. Runs out soon if storing a lot of comics 3. Kobo plus permits payment only through credit/debit card no upi payment 4. No way to access libby/ overdrive in India.

Really good quality ereader from kobo. I didn't want to be trapped in the Amazon ecosystem, so I bought this ereader instead. It's amazing. Solid build quality, good battery life, and it's very lightweight, so I can easily read books on this in my bed and it doesn't tire my arms or hands.

Very bad! Purchased it on my bday thinking i wil gift it myself but the quality is so bad, its lagging so so bad , not able to read the first docuement only ! I want to return it! Such a waste of money!

Ordered a month ago for Rs. 11300, but the delivery never happened due to negligence from the delivery partner "DELHIVERY" (WORST COURIER SERVICE). But I think that was for good. Later got to order after a week for a discounted price of Rs. 8350 with HDFC offer. Great deal. Great Screen - Awesome to read during day & night. You dont need to switch on the brightness on day while a level 2 of brightness is more than enough for the night. Warm light is also awesome. Great Battery Life - You will get a minimum of 1 week battery life. Storage - Added over 300 books, still got 11GB left. Total usable space is about 12.3 GB Lightweight to hold, fits in small hands too very comfortably. Decent UI - not a fast one though, but I guess it's enough for a book reader. Connectivity: Wifi for downloading books & OTA updates Bluetooth for listening to audiobooks Customisation: Installed KoReader for better usability, can use custom images for sleep and power off screen. Installed NickelMenu for more customisation ad Google Drive Support

I was initially considering the colored Kobo Clara, but I decided to go with the Clara BW—and I’m so glad I did! The display feels more clear, crisp, and soothing for long reading sessions. Everything about this device is just perfect. It’s lightweight, compact, and truly the best option for people who love to carry their library everywhere. The battery life is excellent, and the reading experience is distraction-free. Absolutely satisfied with my purchase!

Escribo esta reseña más que nada porque más de uno estará pensando: "Llevo tiempo queriéndome comprar un e-reader y no sé cuál elegir. ¿Estaré tomando una buena decisión comprando este?" Pues sí, definitivamente. El contraste es espectacular. El brillo es simplemente perfecto, adaptándose maravillosamente tanto a la lectura en interiores como en exteriores. Tal vez las letras no se vean tan oscuras como en una pantalla Carta 1200 (la tecnología de pantallas Carta 1200 o Carta 1300), pero la verdad es que, siendo este un modelo con pantalla Carta 1300, el tiempo de refresco es notablemente mejor, lo cual se agradece mucho durante la lectura. También añadir que no se cansan los ojos al leerlo por la noche. Un punto a destacar es que hace falta una cuenta de Rakuten para poder usarlo. Sin embargo, si buscáis en internet, veréis que hay formas de utilizarlo sin necesidad de ponerle una cuenta. Además, la duración de la batería es impresionante, permitiéndote leer durante semanas sin necesidad de recargar. La interfaz es intuitiva y fácil de usar, incluso para aquellos que no son muy tecnológicos. La capacidad de almacenamiento es más que suficiente para albergar una amplia biblioteca de libros, y la conexión Wi-Fi facilita la descarga de nuevos títulos. También se puede conectar tanto por Bluetooth como por USB-C (es lo que uso yo para los libros) y puedes conectarlo al movil (sorpendentemente se puede usar el movil como batería para el e-reader) Una cosa que tal vez sea negativa para algunas personas es que no lleve Android pero vaya que yo no lo he echado en falta en absoluto. En resumen, si estás buscando un e-reader de alta calidad con un rendimiento superior y una experiencia de lectura agradable, este modelo es la compra que debes hacer. PD: También hay una cosa muy chula y es que (como veréis en la foto) al apagar el e-reader se queda el libro que estabas leyendo en la pantalla sin reiniciar los pixeles.

Excelente

I absolutely love this eReader and take it with me everywhere. The Kobo Clara BW is lightweight, comfortable to hold, and very easy to use, which makes it great for travel and everyday reading. The screen is smooth, durable, and truly glare-free. I can read for long stretches without eye strain, even in bright light. It has replaced doom-scrolling on my phone before bed, which has made my sleep better. One of my favorite things about this device is how customizable it is. Beyond the standard settings, there’s a hidden menu that lets you fine-tune the reading experience even more, which I really appreciate. The dark mode (inverse reading) is excellent and something I use all the time, especially at night. I have two minor complaints: 1) when switching between menus in dark mode, the screen briefly flashes as it refreshes. 2) response time when clicking is not lightning speed, just normal speed. This sometimes makes me click things twice accidentally. Both are noticeable, but not dealbreakers, and they're the only issues I’ve had after 6+ months of near daily use. I love that I can load PDFs and EPUBs directly from my computer without needing a subscription. For me, that freedom alone sets it apart from other eReaders. It seems like a well-built device that does exactly what I want it to do. If you’re looking for a simple, flexible, and enjoyable reading experience, this one is hard to beat.

Un petit bijou qui me suit partout , j'aime les sacs plutôt petits et ma petite liseuse y trouve sa place. L'écran est de bonne qualité et l'affichage est rapide. Je n'ai pas pris la couleur , ce n'est pas utile si on lit surtout des livres sans illustrations.

I was humming and haring about this purchase, but it was worth every penny love it!