Navigating through the library is simple on the Kobo Clara 2E. While Kobo will pop up a few recommendations based on your collection, you also have the option for signing up to Kobo Plus, which is the Japanese-Canadian company’s answer to Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited. Kobo’s own store is also easy to access directly from the home screen. This is simple to use and all you need is your library card number to set up, then head to the OverDrive feature easily found on the device’s home screen. Not only that, the fact that you can access ebooks from a public library is a big selling point – this, however, is contingent on the fact that your library of choice has OverDrive support (which many do in several countries). We used the books that came preloaded with the review device that was sent to us, but you’re also able to sideload digital books and documents in 15 different formats from your computer. We found it super convenient to whip out on a packed bus, or to have in a bag playing an audiobook with headphones on. Reading on the device is a pleasant experience. (Image credit: Future) Kobo Clara 2E: user experience

It's easy to grip the Kobo Clara 2E thanks to the raised bezels around the screen.

The USB-C port replaces the micro USB slot on the bottom of the device. This change makes the edges of the device look sleek and neat from the front. The power button has moved to the back of the device, rather than on the bottom bezel like the Clara HD. There’s only one button and one port on this device. Unfortunately, the rear panel doesn’t really give the device any additional grip, and tends to pick up a bit of dust and dirt – something to keep in mind if you don’t plan on popping it in a case. It’s a nice and subtle touch, perhaps alluding to the fact that 85% of the plastic used to make its body is now recycled material, a lot of which was destined to end up in the ocean.

The back panel is navy in color with a wavy pattern on the back for some texture. Both devices give you16GB of storage, audiobook support and a 6-inch display, but the Kobo Clara 2E won't lock you into Amazon's ecosystem and has a waterproof rating of IPX8, something the 6-inch Kindle (2022) is noticeably missing.įile formats: 15 file formats & Kobo AudiobooksĪt first glance, the Kobo Clara 2E looks just like the Clara HD – the same tablet-like plastic chassis with a 6-inch display – however when flipping the ereader around you can distinctly see the difference. The Kindle (2022) comes in at $99.99 / £84.99 for an ad-supported model, while over in Australia it'll set you back AU$179 for the device with no ads. Australia's pricing for the Kobo Clara 2E still remains at AU$229.95, coming in AU$10 cheaper than the 8GB Kindle Paperwhite (AU$239.99).Ĭompared to Amazon's 6-inch Kindle (2022), the Kobo Clara 2E is a bit more expensive. Since then, the price for the Kobo Clara 2E has gone up to $139.99 in the US, matching the price for the 8GB Kindle Paperwhite in that region, the same as over in the UK (£129.99). Given the stack of upgrades from its predecessor, a price rise of only $10 / £10 / AU$40 isn’t too bad. (Image credit: Future)Īnnounced in September 2022, the Kobo Clara 2E was available for $129.99 / £129.99 / AU$229.95 on release. The Kobo Clara 2E has an abundance of new features including audiobook support.

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