95.6
Best for avid readers and audiobook enthusiasts who want a premium distraction-free experience
- 7-inch 300 ppi glare-free display
- Up to 12 weeks of battery life
- USB-C and wireless charging support
$250
Head to head · Tablets & E-Readers
Libra Colour eReader, 7” Color E Ink, Waterproof vs Clara Colour Colour eReader
Ravvy scores Libra Colour eReader, 7” Color E Ink, Waterproof at 89.18 and Clara Colour Colour eReader at 89.25. Clara Colour Colour eReader takes the overall pick, best for comics fans and readers who love color-coded annotations.
$258
Choose the Libra Colour if you want to see book art and annotate in color, provided you can accept a slightly darker screen background compared to monochrome models.
Ravvy pick
89.3
$160
The Kobo Clara Colour is the best choice for readers wanting a portable, library-friendly device that brings life to book covers, accepting a slightly dimmer screen for the addition of color.
How they score
| Factor | Libra Colour eReader, 7” Color E Ink, Waterproof | Clara Colour Colour eReader |
|---|---|---|
| Portability | 94.5 | 98 |
| Battery Life | 85 | – |
| Visual Fidelity | 82 | – |
| Water Resistance | 98 | 95 |
| Note-taking Utility | 89 | – |
| Battery Efficiency | – | 82 |
| Visual Versatility | – | 85 |
| Library Integration | – | 94 |
Libra Colour eReader, 7” Color E Ink, Waterproof
What owners praise
- Vibrant Kaleido 3 display for comics and covers
- Fully waterproof design for beach or bath reading
- Physical page-turn buttons for better ergonomics
- Supports stylus for handwritten notes and journaling
- Large 32GB storage for media-heavy files
What to know first
- Screen background is slightly darker than B&W models
- Stylus is sold separately
- Color saturation is muted compared to LCD tablets
Skip it if purists who only read text-heavy novels and want maximum white-page contrast
Clara Colour Colour eReader
What owners praise
- Kaleido 3 color display for graphics and covers
- Full IPX8 waterproof rating for worry-free reading
- Native OverDrive support for easy library access
- Compact and lightweight 6-inch form factor
- Environmentally conscious build with recycled plastics
What to know first
- Screen background is darker/grayer than monochrome models
- Color saturation is muted compared to LCD screens
- 6-inch screen is a bit small for dense graphic novels
Skip it if users expecting high-saturation ipad-like video performance
Specs side by side
| Spec | Libra Colour eReader, 7” Color E Ink, Waterproof | Clara Colour Colour eReader |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 681495009671 | 681495009664 |
| ASIN | B0D1KTKVY3 | B0D1KWK8WY |
| GTIN | 681495009671 | 681495009664 |
| Brand | Kobo | Kobo |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Model Name | Kobo Libra Colour | Kobo Clara |
| Unit Count | 1 Count | 1 Count |
| File Format | DOC, DOCX, EPUB, HTM, HTML, PDF, TXT | EPUB, PDF, [possibly] MOBI |
| Item Weight | 7.05 ounces | 6.14 ounces |
| Screen Size | 7 inches | 6 inches |
| Battery Life | 4 weeks | 2 weeks |
| Manufacturer | Rakuten Kobo | Rakuten Kobo |
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95.3
Amazon
International Version
Best for dedicated readers who want a distraction-free experience with superior contrast
- 7-inch 300 ppi glare-free screen
- Up to 12 weeks of battery life
- Waterproof (IPX8) construction
Price unavailable
95.3
Best for avid readers and audiobook enthusiasts who want premium hardware
- Next-gen 7-inch Paperwhite display
- Up to 12 weeks of battery life
- Wireless charging and USB-C support
$225