Kobo Aura One vs Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition)
Kobo Aura One
2016 · $229 today
7555
Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition)
2017 · $179 today
7455
Dashed outline = score at launch
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)
Why Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition) is better
- Weight: 207 g vs 230 g(11% less)
Verdict
Kobo Aura One leads outright in 3 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Kobo Aura One | Kobo Aura H2O (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 7.8 in● | 6.8 in |
| Resolution | 300 ppi● | 265 ppi |
| Front light | ComfortLight, adjustable warmth | ComfortLight |
| Storage & Battery | ||
| Storage | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Battery life | ~4-6 weeks● | ~4 weeks |
| Weight | 230 g | 207 g● |
| Features | ||
| Waterproof | IPX8 | IPX8 |
| OverDrive library integration | Yes | Yes |
| Format support | EPUB, PDF, CBZ, more | EPUB, PDF, CBZ, more |