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Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition) vs Kobo Aura One

Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition)

2017 · $179 today

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Kobo Aura One

2016 · $229 today

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DisplayBatteryStorageFeaturesPortabilityValue
Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition)Kobo Aura One

Dashed outline = score at launch

Why Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition) is better

  • Weight: 207 g vs 230 g(11% less)

Why Kobo Aura One is better

  • Battery life: ~4-6 weeks vs ~4 weeks(25% more)
  • Screen size: 7.8 in vs 6.8 in(15% more)
  • Resolution: 300 ppi vs 265 ppi(13% more)

Verdict

Kobo Aura One leads outright in 3 of 6 dimensions today.

Spec by spec

SpecKobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition)Kobo Aura One
Display
Screen size6.8 in7.8 in
Resolution265 ppi300 ppi
Front lightComfortLightComfortLight, adjustable warmth
Storage & Battery
Storage8 GB8 GB
Battery life~4 weeks~4-6 weeks
Weight207 g230 g
Features
WaterproofIPX8IPX8
OverDrive library integrationYesYes
Format supportEPUB, PDF, CBZ, moreEPUB, PDF, CBZ, more