Kobo
Kobo Aura One
2016
78
/ 100
From $229
VS
Kobo Clara BW wins by 8
Kobo
Kobo Clara BW
2024
86
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict
Kobo Clara BW takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Kobo Aura One lands at 78 and Kobo Clara BW at 86. That puts Kobo Clara BW ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Kobo Aura One if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Pick Kobo Clara BW if…
- ✓Weeks of battery life
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Kobo Aura One 78
vs 86 Kobo Clara BW
Score breakdown
Kobo Aura One
78 display 78
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kobo Clara BW
86 display 86
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Kobo Aura One | Kobo Clara BW |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2016 | 2024 |
Kobo Aura One
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
Kobo Clara BW
Pros
- +Weeks of battery life
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh vs LCD
- −Ecosystem lock-in
- −Color E Ink muted
FAQ: Kobo Aura One vs Kobo Clara BW
Which is better, Kobo Aura One or Kobo Clara BW? +
Kobo Clara BW scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Kobo Aura One worth the price? +
At $229, Kobo Aura One delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in battery.
Is Kobo Clara BW worth the price? +
At $129, Kobo Clara BW delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Does Kobo Aura One or Kobo Clara BW last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.