KOBO BW by far. The lightness of the background, the crispness of the screen, the sharp text, the black and bold fonts. It just pops out and it’s easier on the eyes. This is really a no-brainer when reading text. Sure if you’re into comics, manga then color might work better for you, otherwise 99% of the time BW eReader.
I'd argue the BW is better for manga. Only a few pages (like the cover) in a manga will have color. 99% of a manga is black & white. And the higher resolution and contrast would be better for viewing colorless pages. But I've gotta admit that I love the finish of the colors in the other model. The matte/pastel appearance almost makes the image look drawn on the screen. It's very cool. But I'm glad I chose the BW because I'll be looking at colorless text 99% of my time using it so I'd rather that look better.
I got a clara colour and I always felt like I had to justify why the display was like that. In the beginning, the graininess was shocking. But for a brief period I didn't mind it. But the letters seemed grayish or just not vibrant, and not popping out. I felt like I was getting a slight headache? I don't know if it was only my imagination. I just felt like I was continuously trying to make excuses for the colour display.
Thank you for saying this! I have a Kobo Sage and I wanted to try the color (for comics and bc the Sage is too big to be portable) And I cannot get over how grainy the screen is. Like I understood it would be less crisp when I bought it, but I'm like "it can't be this bad. Maybe mine is defective" The screen looks worse in person than in this video
Thank you for this comparison! I'm not gonna lie, color is reaaaally nice and I agree it's a bit of a bummer to not be able to see the covers in color... But I probs still get the BW because most of the time I'll be reading text. I think the new Carta 1300 will be better than the Kaleido screen for now.
I've just bought the Clara colour but coming from the Libre 2, I just cant stand the grainy screen. I'm going to return it and swap it for tge Clara b&w. The libre 2 is lovely, but I dont like the asymmetrical design.
I think o the dual core might be faster for loading books, but not for turning pages because it has to deal with 2x the pixels, a set for the E-ink screen and a set for the filter layer.
I know it's probably harder for you to get your hands on these devices but I'd be interested how the new Kobo colour devices Clara Colour and Libra Colour compare to the Tolino lineup that is obviously based on them. Tolino Shine Color and Tolino Vision Color. In Germany these are often a good default pick because public libraries work out of the box with these but _not_ with the Kobos :/ Sadly, because I think the Kobo software is a bit better than the Tolino software we get.
I was using my 14inch samsung tablet with amoled screen for comics then I went to my 7 inch kindle. It was at that moment, I knew. I want a color ebook reader for the covers being in color mostly.
How fast are the Clara's at typing like when doing a search? (I know it won't be SUPER fast, but I'm hoping that the 1300's are an improvement over a much older ereader.)
Thank you for such a detailed video review. I have been planning to buy a ereader for a long time. Before that, I wanted to buy a Kobo Libra 2 because the screen is very nice and almost similar to a paper book (I choose Kobo because of their screen too). I don't know, between the screen of Kobo Clara B&W and Kobo Libra 2, in terms of display screen, which one will be more like a paper book and more comfortable for the eyes? Thank you.
The screens are so similar you're really not going to notice a difference between then unless you have them side-by-side with the same settings. Both are very good, but blacks are just a little bit darker on the Libra 2's screen.
I currently have a b&w libre 2 but find it too big so want to upgrade to the colour Clara. Your review shows a yellow tinge to the coloured screen, which will suit me just fine because I always read in yellow, find it easier on my eyes, no matter what time of day.
@@TheErsatzMode actually I wasn’t aware if there’s even an option to skip the wifi connection when setting up. It was easier for me to log in and download my books that way anyway. Sorry, I wish I’m more helpful.
There’s a feature that’s been dubbed side-load mode that allows you to bypass login but I don’t remember the specific limitations it has off the top of my head.
Easily my two biggest issues of the 3 Kindles I've had lover the last decade or more is (1) black and white covers in my Library makes it uninspiring and hard to find books and(2) sluggish screen response. I expected that would get better over the years but it's still awful on the latest models. These Kobos are no better. I would happily have half the battery life for double the speed of screen response. Even 50% better screen response. It's kind of ok when you're reading page to page but navigating the devices, the are all terrible.
I've spent over 20 hours reading 5 books on my Libra Colour so far and I have no regrets. The color filter does not bother me when reading and I would find it very difficult to use a BW e-reader after experiencing color covers, menus, and illustrated content.
I think it really comes down to where and when you’re reading. The colour would be easier on the eyes when you’re reading at night, as you’re supposed to reduce blue light before bedtime. But, if you’re reading mostly in the daytime with a lot of natural light or outdoors on the go, the BW would definitely be a better option in that environment.
Thank you for this video! I was considering getting the colour version but given how easily I get headaches even with normal paper books, I think black and white is the better choice for me now 🥲
I bought the clara color yesterday and have the brightness on 4% works perfect and love the colors in my library and highlights❤
Glad I bought the BW! When u had a closeup side-by-side in dark mode, the letters were noticeably crisper on the BW.
KOBO BW by far. The lightness of the background, the crispness of the screen, the sharp text, the black and bold fonts. It just pops out and it’s easier on the eyes. This is really a no-brainer when reading text. Sure if you’re into comics, manga then color might work better for you, otherwise 99% of the time BW eReader.
I was able to compare them in Chapters store. The crispness of Clara BW texts are amazing to look at but Kobo Colour is not that far off
I'm into comics
I'd argue the BW is better for manga. Only a few pages (like the cover) in a manga will have color. 99% of a manga is black & white. And the higher resolution and contrast would be better for viewing colorless pages.
But I've gotta admit that I love the finish of the colors in the other model. The matte/pastel appearance almost makes the image look drawn on the screen. It's very cool. But I'm glad I chose the BW because I'll be looking at colorless text 99% of my time using it so I'd rather that look better.
I want to read manga, I don't care if it's all in black and white, I wonder if it will be worth it for that besides reading conventional books.
I got a clara colour and I always felt like I had to justify why the display was like that. In the beginning, the graininess was shocking. But for a brief period I didn't mind it. But the letters seemed grayish or just not vibrant, and not popping out. I felt like I was getting a slight headache? I don't know if it was only my imagination. I just felt like I was continuously trying to make excuses for the colour display.
Thank you for saying this! I have a Kobo Sage and I wanted to try the color (for comics and bc the Sage is too big to be portable) And I cannot get over how grainy the screen is. Like I understood it would be less crisp when I bought it, but I'm like "it can't be this bad. Maybe mine is defective" The screen looks worse in person than in this video
Thank you for this comparison! I'm not gonna lie, color is reaaaally nice and I agree it's a bit of a bummer to not be able to see the covers in color... But I probs still get the BW because most of the time I'll be reading text. I think the new Carta 1300 will be better than the Kaleido screen for now.
I've just bought the Clara colour but coming from the Libre 2, I just cant stand the grainy screen. I'm going to return it and swap it for tge Clara b&w. The libre 2 is lovely, but I dont like the asymmetrical design.
Super helpful! I think ill stick with the black and white. Rarely my books have pics and i dont highlight. Gonna go with clara bw!
I think o the dual core might be faster for loading books, but not for turning pages because it has to deal with 2x the pixels, a set for the E-ink screen and a set for the filter layer.
5:20 is easily the most important case for me to go with bw over color.
I think people should pay extra attention to this.
I know it's probably harder for you to get your hands on these devices but I'd be interested how the new Kobo colour devices Clara Colour and Libra Colour compare to the Tolino lineup that is obviously based on them. Tolino Shine Color and Tolino Vision Color. In Germany these are often a good default pick because public libraries work out of the box with these but _not_ with the Kobos :/
Sadly, because I think the Kobo software is a bit better than the Tolino software we get.
To me, 8" is the minimum for comics/manga.
I was using my 14inch samsung tablet with amoled screen for comics then I went to my 7 inch kindle. It was at that moment, I knew. I want a color ebook reader for the covers being in color mostly.
Something for everyone! Thanks for your review.
For some reason I do not have colored book covers on the home page. The book covers display in color when opening them though.
How fast are the Clara's at typing like when doing a search? (I know it won't be SUPER fast, but I'm hoping that the 1300's are an improvement over a much older ereader.)
Please do a comparison between clara bw and paperwhite
Thank you for such a detailed video review. I have been planning to buy a ereader for a long time. Before that, I wanted to buy a Kobo Libra 2 because the screen is very nice and almost similar to a paper book (I choose Kobo because of their screen too). I don't know, between the screen of Kobo Clara B&W and Kobo Libra 2, in terms of display screen, which one will be more like a paper book and more comfortable for the eyes? Thank you.
The screens are so similar you're really not going to notice a difference between then unless you have them side-by-side with the same settings. Both are very good, but blacks are just a little bit darker on the Libra 2's screen.
Thanks for answering me, I will probably still buy Libra 2 as originally intended!
I currently have a b&w libre 2 but find it too big so want to upgrade to the colour Clara. Your review shows a yellow tinge to the coloured screen, which will suit me just fine because I always read in yellow, find it easier on my eyes, no matter what time of day.
It's hard to compare the background color. It seems the review had one with the warm light on the whole time?
The colour model has an extra filter over the screen for the colour. This changes the brightness and the colour of the screen.
I stick with Kobo Clara BW. I don't need color at all as I am only reading novels and no comics or whatever.
If I plan to read manga from time to time (without color), is it worth it anyway?
Very useful video, thanks.
Does the Kobo colour model require registration via Wi-Fi before it can be used to read anything, even E-books already owned by the user?
Yes. In my case, wifi connect then log in.
@@Wthsgte, thanks. So, it's basically a brick without first connecting to the manufacturer's server, registering, and them activating the device?
@@TheErsatzMode actually I wasn’t aware if there’s even an option to skip the wifi connection when setting up. It was easier for me to log in and download my books that way anyway. Sorry, I wish I’m more helpful.
Whats the downside of having to connect only once? then turn it off forever using it as an offline device. Thats what im planning to do
There’s a feature that’s been dubbed side-load mode that allows you to bypass login but I don’t remember the specific limitations it has off the top of my head.
Would you compare Bigme inknote X with Boox tab ultra C pro?
Sorry but it would cost over $1400 to buy both of those. You're vastly overestimating the popularity of this channel. :)
Maybe you could sell some of your previous devices
@@khamisa.5384 bruh
Really helped me out
I scould like a Libra BW but whit same hardware exept the color, carta 1300, dual core, bigger battery, Clara is to smal, have now Libra 2..
Öhm you seems to have a problem with the warm color on the bw. Thats way to low on 100%
Easily my two biggest issues of the 3 Kindles I've had lover the last decade or more is (1) black and white covers in my Library makes it uninspiring and hard to find books and(2) sluggish screen response. I expected that would get better over the years but it's still awful on the latest models. These Kobos are no better. I would happily have half the battery life for double the speed of screen response. Even 50% better screen response. It's kind of ok when you're reading page to page but navigating the devices, the are all terrible.
The new kindle is probably for you then. Super fast
I am really still tempted with the Color one, but in all other aspects, the BW wins! Ugh, decisions...
I've spent over 20 hours reading 5 books on my Libra Colour so far and I have no regrets. The color filter does not bother me when reading and I would find it very difficult to use a BW e-reader after experiencing color covers, menus, and illustrated content.
I think it really comes down to where and when you’re reading. The colour would be easier on the eyes when you’re reading at night, as you’re supposed to reduce blue light before bedtime. But, if you’re reading mostly in the daytime with a lot of natural light or outdoors on the go, the BW would definitely be a better option in that environment.
You get use to the colour filter pretty quick. I hated it out of the box and a week later I feel like I was exaggerating
If you read comics: Color. If not: Black & white.
Thank you for this video! I was considering getting the colour version but given how easily I get headaches even with normal paper books, I think black and white is the better choice for me now 🥲