Kobo
Kobo Aura One
2016
78
/ 100
From $229
VS
Kobo Forma wins by 2
Kobo
Kobo Forma
2018
80
/ 100
From $279
Specdex verdict
Kobo Forma takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Kobo Aura One lands at 78 and Kobo Forma at 80. That puts Kobo Forma ahead by 2 points — a narrow 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 Forma if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Kobo Aura One 78
vs 80 Kobo Forma
Score breakdown
Kobo Aura One
78 display 78
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kobo Forma
80 display 80
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Kobo Aura One | Kobo Forma |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2016 | 2018 |
Kobo Aura One
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
Kobo Forma
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
FAQ: Kobo Aura One vs Kobo Forma
Which is better, Kobo Aura One or Kobo Forma? +
Kobo Forma scores 80 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Forma worth the price? +
At $279, Kobo Forma delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in battery.
Does Kobo Aura One or Kobo Forma 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.