Kobo has announced significant discounts on two of its top-rated e-readers. The Kobo Elipsa 2E, which competes with the Kindle Scribe, is now priced at $349.99, a $50 reduction from its original price. Customers can purchase it through Rakuten Kobo and Target. Simultaneously, the Kobo Libra Colour is available for $209.99, which reflects a $20 discount, through retailers including Amazon, Target, and Rakuten Kobo. This promotional offer is set to last until July 10th.
The Kobo Elipsa 2E stands out as an excellent choice for readers interested in note-taking. Its generous 10.3-inch display allows users to write directly on ebook pages, whether in margins or between lines, creating a natural and paper-like interaction. While the Kindle Scribe offers writing capabilities, its annotation options are restricted, limiting the ability to freely circle text or mark pages. For those who seek an e-reader that also functions as a digital notebook, the Elipsa 2E delivers a more user-friendly and flexible experience.
The Kobo Libra Colour is another noteworthy option for readers seeking a compact yet feature-rich device. This e-reader offers a 7-inch color display that enhances the reading experience for highlights, annotations, and comics when compared to typical monochrome screens. While the Colorsoft options feature slightly more vivid colors, the Libra Colour provides a comfortable viewing experience. It also comes equipped with physical page-turn buttons and stylus compatibility for note-taking, unlike the Colorsoft, which is priced higher.
One limitation of Kobo devices is their lack of native Kindle book compatibility. However, they excel in supporting a wider array of file formats and enabling users to directly borrow books from public libraries via OverDrive. Users are also able to convert Kindle titles for use on Kobo e-readers, should they choose to go through the extra steps involved.
Read our review of the Kobo Libra Colour.
Kobo Libra Colour
The Libra Colour is a new addition to Kobo’s line-up and features color capabilities. With support for both OverDrive and Pocket, it provides readers with significantly more options compared to its bigger-brand counterparts like Amazon.
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