reMarkable
reMarkable 2
2020
85
/ 100
From $399
VS
Kobo Clara BW wins by 1
Kobo
Kobo Clara BW
2024
86
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict
Kobo Clara BW takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, reMarkable 2 lands at 85 and Kobo Clara BW at 86. That puts Kobo Clara BW 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 Kobo Clara BW if…
- ✓Weeks of battery life
- ✓Glare-free E Ink
- ✓Lightweight
reMarkable 2 85
vs 86 Kobo Clara BW
Score breakdown
reMarkable 2
85 display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kobo Clara BW
86 display 86
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | reMarkable 2 | Kobo Clara BW |
|---|---|---|
| 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
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: reMarkable 2 vs Kobo Clara BW
Which is better, reMarkable 2 or Kobo Clara BW? +
Kobo Clara BW 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 Kobo Clara BW worth the price? +
At $129, Kobo Clara BW delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Does reMarkable 2 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.