Kobo
Kobo Forma
2018
80
/ 100
From $279
VS
Kobo Elipsa 2E wins by 2
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
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
| 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.