Kobo Aura One vs Kindle Oasis (2nd Generation)
Kobo Aura One
2016 · $229 today
7555
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Kobo Aura One is better
- Screen size: 7.8 in vs 7 in(11% more)
Why Kindle Oasis (2nd Generation) is better
- Front light: 12 LEDs, adjustable warmth vs ComfortLight, adjustable warmth(12.0× more)
- Storage: 8 / 32 GB vs 8 GB(4.0× more)
- Battery life: ~6 weeks vs ~4-6 weeks(20% more)
- Weight: 194 g vs 230 g(19% less)
Verdict
Kindle Oasis (2nd Generation) leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Kobo Aura One | Kindle Oasis (2nd Generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 7.8 in● | 7 in |
| Resolution | 300 ppi | 300 ppi |
| Front light | ComfortLight, adjustable warmth | 12 LEDs, adjustable warmth● |
| Storage & Battery | ||
| Storage | 8 GB | 8 / 32 GB● |
| Battery life | ~4-6 weeks | ~6 weeks● |
| Weight | 230 g | 194 g● |
| Features | ||
| Waterproof | IPX8 | IPX8 |
| OverDrive library integration | Yes | — |
| Format support | EPUB, PDF, CBZ, more | — |
| Page turn buttons | — | Yes |
| Auto-rotation | — | Yes |