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Kobo Clara Colour — 2024
Kobo

Kobo Clara Colour

2024

86
/ 100
From $149
VS
Kobo Clara BW — 2024
Kobo

Kobo Clara BW

2024

86
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Kobo Clara Colour lands at 86 and Kobo Clara BW at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Kobo Clara Colour if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery life
  • ✓Glare-free E Ink
  • ✓Lightweight

Pick Kobo Clara BW if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery life
  • ✓Glare-free E Ink
  • ✓Lightweight
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Battery

Tie

Compared on the battery sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Compared on the display sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Kobo Clara BW

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Kobo Clara BW more score per dollar ($129 vs $149).

Kobo Clara Colour 86
vs
86 Kobo Clara BW

Score breakdown

Kobo Clara Colour
86
display 86
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kobo Clara BW
86
display 86
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

Kobo Clara Colour versus Kobo Clara BW — full spec comparison
Spec Kobo Clara Colour Kobo Clara BW
Release year
2024
2024

Kobo Clara Colour

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery life
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh vs LCD
  • −Ecosystem lock-in
  • −Color E Ink 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 Clara Colour vs Kobo Clara BW

Which is better, Kobo Clara Colour or Kobo Clara BW? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Kobo Clara Colour worth the price? +

At $149, Kobo Clara Colour delivers a Specdex score of 86 — 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 Clara Colour 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.

Which is the better value, Kobo Clara Colour or Kobo Clara BW? +

Kobo Clara BW — more score per dollar ($129 vs $149). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.