reMarkable
reMarkable 2
2020
85
/ 100
From $399
VS
Kindle Colorsoft wins by 1
Amazon
Kindle Colorsoft
2024
86
/ 100
From $279
Specdex verdict
Kindle Colorsoft takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, reMarkable 2 lands at 85 and Kindle Colorsoft at 86. That puts Kindle Colorsoft ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick reMarkable 2 if…
- ✓Weeks of battery
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
Pick Kindle Colorsoft if…
- ✓Weeks of battery life
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
reMarkable 2 85
vs 86 Kindle Colorsoft
Score breakdown
reMarkable 2
85 display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kindle Colorsoft
86 display 86
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | reMarkable 2 | Kindle Colorsoft |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2020 | 2024 |
reMarkable 2
Pros
- +Weeks of battery
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh
- −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
- −Color options muted
Kindle Colorsoft
Pros
- +Weeks of battery life
- +Glare-free E Ink
- +Lightweight
Cons
- −Slow refresh vs LCD
- −Ecosystem lock-in
- −Color E Ink muted
FAQ: reMarkable 2 vs Kindle Colorsoft
Which is better, reMarkable 2 or Kindle Colorsoft? +
Kindle Colorsoft scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is reMarkable 2 worth the price? +
At $399, reMarkable 2 delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.
Is Kindle Colorsoft worth the price? +
At $279, Kindle Colorsoft delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Does reMarkable 2 or Kindle Colorsoft 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.