Kobo Clara 2E

20 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 20 reviews of Kobo Clara 2E. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the durability and reliability are on the whole positive. The usability and screen are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the price and storage.

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Expert review by : Dave LeClair (pcmag.com)

Kobo Clara 2E Review

Built-in public library support ; Supports many ebook file formats ; Bright, high-resolution screen ; Waterproof ; Compact ; Made with recycled materials

Sluggish performance ; Only supports Kobo audiobooks

The waterproof, environment-friendly Kobo Clara 2E isn't quite as fast as the Kindle Paperwhite, but it offers broader file support and easier access to public library ebooks.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Low Boon Shen (pokde.net)

Rakuten Kobo Elipsa 2E Review – Big And Convenient

Rakuten's Kobo Elipsa 2E is the successor to the original Elipsa in its plus-sized class eReaders. What are the features you should be looking for? Read to find out.

+ Display is large and sharp ; + Adjustable color temperature ; + Dark Mode (for reading) ; + Responsive pen performance ; + Broad supported file types

- Palm rejection issues when annotating ; - Auto-rotate can get too sensitive at times ; - Audiobooks require Bluetooth audio, no 3.5mm jack support ; - No IP rating

The Rakuten Kobo Elipsa 2E is a solid iteration over its predecessor in the plus-sized eReader segment.

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Rachael Phillips (creativebloq.com)

Kobo Clara 2E review: Fantastic successor to the Clara HD

The Kobo Clara 2E offers a more eco-conscious way to read and listen to your favourite books

Waterproof ; Eco-friendly design ; Supports audiobooks

Smaller screen than other models ; Poor quality processor

The Kobo Clara 2E is the successor to Kobo’s mid-range Clara HD. It’s made some significant improvements such as adding audiobook support, upgrading the 6-inch HD screen to the latest eInk Carta technology and probably most importantly of all, it’s now...

Oct, 2022

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Expert review by : Jon Mundy (trustedreviews.com)

Kobo Clara 2E Review

The Kobo Clara 2E is a well-polished alternative to the Amazon Kindle (2022) with a great display and wide file support.

Tidy, easy to grip recycled design ; OverDrive and Pocket support ; Strong display ; Extensive file support

Slightly sluggish performance ; Lacks Dropbox support from more expensive models ; Lack of storage options

The Kobo Clara 2E is a considerable improvement over the Clara HD, with a fine E Ink display, a high-quality waterproof design, and Bluetooth for audiobook support. It’s not the strongest or most consistent when it comes to performance, and it’s a...

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Petra Player (techradar.com)

Kobo Clara 2E

Kobo's first eco-friendly ereader is packed with features

Audiobook support ; Waterproof ; 85% recycled plastic ; Snappy E Ink Carta 1200 screen

Battery life is inconsistent ; Bland design

As the latest mid-range ereader from Kobo, the Clara 2E doesn’t disappoint. While it looks just like the original Kobo Clara HD, it does have some great updates that make it a more well-rounded ereader when compared to its predecessor. Coming with the...

Oct, 2022

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Expert review by : Henry Burrell (techadvisor.co.uk)

Kobo Clara 2E review

If you want an eReader that isn't made by Amazon, you just found one of the best

Lightweight ; Waterproof ; Audiobook support ; No ads ; OverDrive integration

Slow performance ; Display not flush ; eBooks can’t sync with audiobooks

The Kobo Clara 2E is a well-priced eReader that trumps the Kindle Paperwhite with library borrowing and no ads.

Oct, 2022

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Expert review by : Alan Martin (expertreviews.co.uk)

Kobo Clara 2E review: A solid Kindle Paperwhite alternative

The Kobo Clara 2E offers a comfortable reading experience, but it's a touch on the slow side.

Extremely light and compact ; A comfortable reading experience ; Built from recycled plastics

Quite sluggish in menus ; Gaps in the Kobo audiobook library ; No access to Kindle ebooks

The Kobo Clara 2E is a solid ebook reader, and one that can go toe-to-toe with the all-conquering Amazon Kindle series – as long as you’re not invested in Amazon’s ecosystem.

Oct, 2022

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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv_in)

Kobo goes big with new Elipsa 2E e-reader

The new 10.3in E Ink tablet promises more natural note-taking as well as plenty of space for long-form reading

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : Esmond Xu (techgoondu.com)

Kobo Clara 2E review: A well made e-book reader that's easy to recommend - Techgoondu Kobo Clara 2E review: A well made e-book reader that’s easy to r

The Kobo Clara 2E is a competent e-reader that is easy to recommend, if you are not already locked in to the Amazon ecosystem. The Kobo Clara 2E is a competent e-reader that is easy to recommend, if you are not already locked in to the Amazon ecosystem.

Oct, 2022

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