PocketBook Basic Lux 3 vs Kobo Libra 2
PocketBook Basic Lux 3
2020 · $139.99 today
7562
Kobo Libra 2
2021 · $179.99 today
8070
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why PocketBook Basic Lux 3 is better
- Weight: 170 g vs 215 g(26% less)
Why Kobo Libra 2 is better
- Waterproof: IPX8 vs No (IPX0)(Infinity× more)
- Storage: 32 GB vs 8 GB + microSD(4.0× more)
- Battery life: 6 weeks vs weeks(50% more)
- Resolution: 300 ppi vs 212 ppi(42% more)
- Screen size: 7 in vs 6 in(17% more)
Verdict
Kobo Libra 2 leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | PocketBook Basic Lux 3 | Kobo Libra 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 6 in | 7 in● |
| Resolution | 212 ppi | 300 ppi● |
| Front light | SMARTlight | ComfortLight Pro |
| Storage & Battery | ||
| Storage | 8 GB + microSD | 32 GB● |
| Battery life | weeks | 6 weeks● |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 170 g● | 215 g |
| Waterproof | No (IPX0) | IPX8● |