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Kobo Forma — 2018
Kobo

Kobo Forma

2018

80
/ 100
From $279
VS
Kobo Elipsa 2E wins by 2
Kobo Elipsa 2E — 2023
Kobo

Kobo Elipsa 2E

2023

82
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

Kobo Elipsa 2E takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Kobo Forma lands at 80 and Kobo Elipsa 2E at 82. That puts Kobo Elipsa 2E ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Kobo Forma if…

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

Pick Kobo Elipsa 2E 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.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

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

Display

Kobo Elipsa 2E

Compared on the display sub-score

Kobo Elipsa 2E leads on display (82 vs 80).

Value for money

Kobo Forma

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Kobo Forma more score per dollar ($279 vs $399).

Kobo Forma 80
vs
82 Kobo Elipsa 2E

Score breakdown

Kobo Forma
80
display 80
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kobo Elipsa 2E
82
display 82
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

Kobo Forma versus Kobo Elipsa 2E — full spec comparison
Spec Kobo Forma Kobo Elipsa 2E
Release year
2018
2023

Kobo Forma

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh
  • −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
  • −Color options muted

Kobo Elipsa 2E

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

FAQ: Kobo Forma vs Kobo Elipsa 2E

Which is better, Kobo Forma or Kobo Elipsa 2E? +

Kobo Elipsa 2E scores 82 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Kobo Forma worth the price? +

At $279, Kobo Forma delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in battery.

Is Kobo Elipsa 2E worth the price? +

At $399, Kobo Elipsa 2E delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.

Does Kobo Forma or Kobo Elipsa 2E 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 better for display, Kobo Forma or Kobo Elipsa 2E? +

Kobo Elipsa 2E — leads on display (82 vs 80). Compared on the display sub-score.

Which is the better value, Kobo Forma or Kobo Elipsa 2E? +

Kobo Forma — more score per dollar ($279 vs $399). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.