PocketBook InkPad 3 Pro vs Kobo Forma
PocketBook InkPad 3 Pro
2018 · $299 today
7356
Kobo Forma
2018 · $279 today
7963
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why PocketBook InkPad 3 Pro is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Why Kobo Forma is better
- Resolution: 300 ppi vs 150 ppi(2.0× more)
- Storage: 8 / 32 GB vs 16 GB (expandable)(2.0× more)
- Battery life: ~6 weeks vs ~4-6 weeks(20% more)
- Weight: 197 g vs 235 g(19% less)
Verdict
Kobo Forma leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | PocketBook InkPad 3 Pro | Kobo Forma |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 8 in | 8 in |
| Resolution | 150 ppi | 300 ppi● |
| Front light | SMARTlight | ComfortLight Pro |
| Storage & Battery | ||
| Storage | 16 GB (expandable) | 8 / 32 GB● |
| Battery life | ~4-6 weeks | ~6 weeks● |
| Weight | 235 g | 197 g● |
| Features | ||
| Waterproof | IPX8 | IPX8 |
| Format support | 25+ formats incl. PDF, EPUB | EPUB, PDF, CBZ, more |
| Page turn buttons | Yes | Yes, auto-rotating |