{"id":174789,"date":"2023-12-01T12:20:43","date_gmt":"2023-12-01T02:20:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.booktopia.com.au\/blog\/?p=174789"},"modified":"2026-01-15T12:37:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T02:37:09","slug":"how-to-choose-the-right-ereader-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.booktopia.com.au\/blog\/2023\/12\/01\/how-to-choose-the-right-ereader-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the right eReader for you in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Kobo Clara Colour – now with a clear case!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The ease of having thousands of books at your fingertips makes the life of a reader so much easier! However, making the decision to change from a paperback to your very first eReader<\/a> can be overwhelming. With so many devices to choose from, all with different features, sizes, and functionality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So how do you know which one is the right fit for you? Well, you\u2019re in the right place! We have partnered with our friends at Rakuten Kobo to share everything you need to know about their devices and why they will suit every type of reader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why choose to read on a digital eReader in 2024?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether on your way to work, between meetings, sipping cocktails on holiday at the beach, or waiting for an appointment – Kobo<\/a> simplifies reading on the go with a suite of devices that cater to your reading needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the latest Kobo Colour device launch<\/a> – it\u2019s the perfect time to make the switch or give the gift of reading to a loved one. Let\u2019s find out which devices best suit your reading habits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Libra Colour – For The Ultimate Book Lover!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Best For:<\/strong> Ideal for dedicated booklovers seeking a full-colour reading experience\u2014and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kobo Libra Colour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

With it\u2019s 7\u201d colour screen, Kobo Libra Colour<\/a> is built for booklovers of all kinds, whether you read full-colour graphic novels or manga, fiction, or non-fiction. With 32 GB of storage onboard it lets you carry 1000s of eBooks and 100s of audiobooks, ensuring you\u2019ll always have something to read. It\u2019s compatible with Kobo Stylus 2, so you can highlight and annotate in colour, or capture your thoughts in its built-in notebook templates. And it\u2019s waterproof, so Kobo Libra Colour is happy to go where you might not want to take a paperback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop Kobo Libra Colour<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Clara Colour – For The Casual Reader<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Best For:<\/strong> Ideal for the casual reader who judges a book by its colour<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kobo Clara Colour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Clara Colour<\/a> is a great eReader for both casual readers as well as avid readers who want their first eBook reading experience to be a colourful one. Compact, lightweight, and waterproof, Kobo Clara Colour is ideal for bringing along on vacation. With 16 GB of built-in storage, Kobo Clara Colour is the most convenient way to bring a few hundred eBooks with you (plus several dozen graphic novels, audiobooks, or manga) wherever you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop Kobo Clara Colour<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Elipsa 2E – The Versatile Readers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Best For:<\/strong> the people who love a big screen and scribbling in the margins!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As Kobo\u2019s most premium device, the Kobo Elipsa 2E<\/a> is equal parts eReader as it is a notebook, and comes with its own Stylus. Its 10.3\u201d screen is perfect for readers who want a little extra room on the page, whether for a bigger font or just to jot down some notes while you read. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Better yet, you can easily convert your handwritten notes on the book into typed text thanks to its Dropbox and Google Drive support features. This device is your book, notebook, and bookstore all bundled into one, with everything you need to make your ideas a reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop Kobo Elipsa 2E<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Clara BW – The Busy Readers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Best For<\/strong>: A basic eReader designed to be a booklover\u2019s best friend<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharing all of the features of its colour sibling, but adding a slightly lower price point, Kobo Clara BW<\/a> keeps things simple\u2014in high-definition black & white<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop Kobo Clara BW<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Clara 2E – The Eco-Conscious Readers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Best For:<\/strong> people who have a varied taste in books and care about the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made with ocean-bound and recycled plastic, this is Kobo’s first 6″ waterproof eReader making it a more eco-conscious way to read. With double the storage of the Kobo Nia and weeks of battery life, this device has a few more tricks under its sleep cover.

Not only is it waterproof, but it also comes with Bluetooth technology and audiobook compatibility. This means you can take it to the beach, in the bath, or down to the pool – mixing it up between an audiobook and a novel depending on your preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop Kobo Clara 2E<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Kobo Sage – For the Bookworm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Best For:<\/strong> the bookworms, book clubbers, and those who like to annotate while they read!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This device is designed for avid readers and is one of Kobo\u2019s most accomplished eReaders ever. Designed to inspire you with every page, Kobo Sage<\/a> delivers the largest range of features out of any device, all in one sleek package. Its 8\u201d zero glare screen features a flush E Ink Carta 1200 touchscreen delivering superior performance and depth of contrast.

With a whopping 32GB of storage, you can keep thousands of audiobooks, PDFs, ebooks and more, Kobo Stylus compatibility lets you dive further into your favourite read by capturing your ideas as you go, saving them to other devices with Dropbox Support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop Kobo Sage<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Best Kobo Accessories 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your reading experience is more customisable than ever! From the Kobo Stylus 2<\/a> (compatible with certain devices) to new clear covers<\/a> for the Colour devices (perfect for showing off your bookish stickers!), you can enhance your reading experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n