7/28/2023 0 Comments Kobo h2o vs kindleIf the books you read are often from a major publisher or an A-list author, there’s a good chance you’ll find them on either store. Especially when you consider how many of the books included in those totals are free public domain books like you can already find on sites like Project Gutenberg. Regardless of the actual number, Kobo’s book selection can’t quite keep up with Amazon’s. Unfortunately, we have no way of knowing how much of that 5-million is e-books and how much is audiobooks. ![]() In mid-2018, the Amazon bookstore was home to more than 6-million e-books.Īccording to Kobo, their store includes more than 5 million e-books and audiobooks. How Does the Book Selection Compare?Īn e-reader isn’t of much use without something to read - so in the case of book selection, size matters. Here’s how Kindle and Kobo compare overall on the most popular features. So what sets them apart? Typically it’s the little things that make big differences. But that also means that most models offer many of the same features. But added the bells and whistles adds $100 to the price - bringing the Oasis closer in price to an iPad than the price of most e-readers.Ĭomparing Common Kobo and Kindle FeaturesĮ-readers are designed for one thing - reading books. If you prefer easy access to a vast selection of books - or you're already heavily invested in Amazon's services - the Oasis offers a premium experience at a premium price. If you read a lot of heavily formatted text or visual novels, the Forma edges out the Oasis for you. Its integration with Amazon's massive eBook collection and 3G/4G Whispersync make it possible to keep your reading list full from virtually anywhere.īut the metal case might be an issue for some - it is hard, it gets cold, and while the balance on the reader is good, that bulge on the back is different. The Oasis on the other hand offers the ultimate Amazon reading experience. This doesn't sound like much but makes a significant difference when reading. If you don't mind buying books from sites other than Amazon and don't need 3G/4G access, the Forma offers a level of customization the Oasis can't touch. ![]() Putting these two head-to-head largely comes down to personal preference. All while providing access to more than 6-million titles.īut if you don't source your books from Amazon or want the absolute best reading experience at this price point, the Clara HD reigns supreme. It offers plenty of storage space and the non-adjustable backlight can be dimmed - and even disabled completely - for late-night reading. The Paperwhite provide access to more content and has a model with 3G/4G connectivity options - though at a higher price than listed above.įor most readers, we think the Paperwhite is the popular choice. ![]() ![]() But it doesn't offer access to Amazon's massive audiobook and ebook marketplace. The Clara HD offers a more refined experience offering a slightly trimmer, lighter package, no ads, and an adjustable light temperature to ease the eyes during late night reading. The verdict for this one comes down to preferences.
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