# Best E-readers _CompareFairly · en/GB · neutral comparison, cited sources, no paid placement_ **Category:** electronics › lecture numerique › liseuses **Our pick**: Kobo Clara BW (85/100) · **Cheapest**: Amazon Kindle Basic · **Best value**: Amazon Kindle Basic ## Comparison table | Criterion | Kobo Clara BW | Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition | Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) | Kobo Clara 2E | Amazon Kindle Basic | Kobo Libra 2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Price (GBP) | - | 160 | - | 160.0 | 110 | 160 | | Battery Life (semaines) | - | 6 | weeks | 6 | 6 | 6 | | Storage Capacity (Go) | - | 32 | 32 | 16 | 16 | 16 | | Waterproof (none) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 1 | 0 | ✓ | | Connectivity (none) | Wi-Fi | - | Wi-Fi | - | - | - | | Screen Size (pouces) | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | | Screen Resolution (ppp) | - | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | | Colour Display (none) | - | - | - | - | - | - | | Adjustable Backlight (none) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | Weight (g) | - | 205 | 210 | 192 | 168 | 215 | | Supported File Formats (none) | - | AZW, AZW3, AZW4, DOC, DOCX, EPUB, FB2, GIF, HTML, MOBI, PDF, PNG, TXT | - | EPUB, EPUB3, FlePub, PDF, MOBI, PRC, TXT, HTML, RTF, CBZ, CBR | - | EPUB, EPUB3, FlePub, PDF, MOBI, PRC, TXT, HTML, RTF, CBZ, CBR | ## 1. Kobo Clara BW ## 2. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition The Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof, too, so you can tote it to the beach, read it in the tub, or relax with it by the pool without worrying about errant splashes. **Best for:** Best for non-Amazon users. **Pros:** - Waterproof - Adjustable light and color temperature _Source (verified): [https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/amazon-kindle-is-the-best-ebook-reader/](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/amazon-kindle-is-the-best-ebook-reader/)_ ## 3. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) ## 4. Kobo Clara 2E The Kobo Clara BW is a highly portable, budget-friendly 6-inch monochrome eReader built on a streamlined, open Linux ecosystem. **Pros:** - Highly portable - Budget-friendly - E Ink Carta 1300 screen technology - Class-leading text crispness _Source (verified): [https://goodereader.com/blog/electronic-readers/the-best-e-readers-for-august-2026](https://goodereader.com/blog/electronic-readers/the-best-e-readers-for-august-2026)_ ## 5. Amazon Kindle Basic Amazon's most affordable Kindle is also its most portable, with a 6-inch screen that offers sharp text on a bright screen and support for USB-C charging. **Best for:** The best e-reader for most people. **Pros:** - Affordable price - Portability - Bright display - USB-C charging compatibility _Source (verified): [https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/amazon-kindle-is-the-best-ebook-reader/](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/amazon-kindle-is-the-best-ebook-reader/)_ ## 6. Kobo Libra 2 The Clara BW has the latest E Ink Carta 1300 technology in a 6-inch screen, which makes it more responsive; as a result, pages turn faster than on the Clara 2E, our previous non-Amazon pick. **Best for:** Best for non-Amazon users. **Pros:** - More responsive screen - Faster page turns - Waterproof _Source (verified): [https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/amazon-kindle-is-the-best-ebook-reader/](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/amazon-kindle-is-the-best-ebook-reader/)_ ## 7. Amazon Kindle (2024) ## 8. PocketBook Era The PocketBook Era boasts a larger 7-inch screen, audio playback capabilities, and a premium build with waterproofing. _Source (estimate): [https://www.pocketbook.co.uk/en-gb/catalog/pocketbook-era-16gb-black](https://www.pocketbook.co.uk/en-gb/catalog/pocketbook-era-16gb-black)_ ## 9. Boox Nova Air 2 Plus The Boox Nova Air 2 Plus is an Android-based e-reader with a colour screen option, offering app versatility and note-taking capabilities. _Source (estimate): [https://onyxboox.com/boox_shop/nova-air-2-plus/](https://onyxboox.com/boox_shop/nova-air-2-plus/)_ ## In short This comparison covers 9 liseuses across 11 criteria: Price, Battery Life, Storage Capacity, Waterproof, Connectivity, Screen Size. Kobo Clara BW comes first with 85/100, driven by Waterproof (100/100) and Screen Size (77/100). Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition follows at 81/100 and beats it on Screen Size. The cheapest option is Amazon Kindle Basic. Sourced data: 4/9 options; the remaining values are estimates, flagged as such. ## Frequently asked questions **What is the best e-reader to buy in 2026?** The Kobo Clara BW is currently the top-rated e-reader with a score of 85/100, followed closely by the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. **How do the top e-readers compare on price and battery life?** Our comparison analyzes e-readers based on price, battery life, storage capacity, waterproofing, connectivity, and screen size to help you find the best fit. **Is the Kobo Clara BW waterproof?** Yes, the Kobo Clara BW is waterproof, a key feature considered alongside battery life and storage capacity in our rankings. **How is the e-reader ranking determined?** Our rankings are based on objective data for each criterion, and our comparison is neutral; no positions are bought, and all data is sourced. --- _Generated by CompareFairly - neutral universal comparator. 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