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Onyx Boox Note Pro vs Kobo Elipsa

Onyx Onyx Boox Note ProOnyx
Onyx Boox Note Pro

2018 · $549 today

7457
Kobo Elipsa

2021 · $349 today

7766
DisplayBatteryStorageFeaturesPortabilityValue
Onyx Boox Note ProKobo Elipsa

Dashed outline = score at launch

Why Onyx Boox Note Pro is better

No standout numeric advantages.

Why Kobo Elipsa is better

  • Battery life: ~2-3 weeks vs ~1-2 weeks(1.7× more)
  • Weight: 383 g vs 420 g(10% less)

Verdict

Kobo Elipsa leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.

Spec by spec

SpecOnyx Boox Note ProKobo Elipsa
Display
Screen size10.3 in10.3 in
Resolution227 ppi227 ppi
Front lightYes, adjustableComfortLight Pro
Storage & Battery
Storage32 GB (expandable)32 GB
Battery life~1-2 weeks~2-3 weeks
Weight420 g383 g
Features
Operating systemAndroid 6.0
Stylus includedWacom digitizer penKobo Stylus
App supportGoogle Play sideload
Handwriting-to-textYes
WaterproofNo