09-24-2019, 08:12 PM | #1 |
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Kobo Libra H2O or Kindle Paperwhite???
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I am new to the community and after reading a little bit about the ereader i would like to finalize my purchase with you help ! I would like a e reader to use the dictionary to help me read non native languages without pausing my read and google the word i do not know. Also for travel it will prevent me to carry 2 books if i have almost finished the first one. To be honest i was about to buy the kindle paperwhite until i learned about the Libra H2O... PS : I listen to Audiobook via my phone Which one would you recommend between the Kobo libra H2O or the latest Kindle Paperwhite ? See below my pro/ cons list : Kobo Libra H2O : Pro : 7" screen for pdf reading, warm light to limit eye stain, button Cons : pricier than the kindle and cover price $40 Kindle Paperwhite : Pro : Price $90 in sale, Very popular Cons : blue light Thank you for your help! |
09-24-2019, 08:18 PM | #2 |
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If you read at night and the warm light is important to you, I'd go with the Kobo. The higher price is not as big of a deal if you figure over the 5-8 years you will use the device.
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09-25-2019, 11:13 AM | #3 |
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From this perspective you are right the price difference is not that important over the years.
What about the Kobo vs the Kindle experience ? The way to handle the kobo with its asymmetric shape ? |
09-25-2019, 11:18 AM | #4 |
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The Libra is the same shape as the Oasis 3. Also, Kobo has (IMHO) better reading software. You don't need a special format to get "enhanced typesetting". That's built into RMSDK. And you can control collections from Calibre as it's not closed like the Kindle. You also get the comfort light and waterproofing.
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09-25-2019, 11:31 AM | #5 |
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If dictionary use is important, with the Kindle you can buy additional dictionaries, and they integrate into the reading app.
With Kobo you can install your own dictionaries, but the process is more complicated. |
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09-25-2019, 12:10 PM | #6 |
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And, from what I have read, the dictionaries on the kindle are better.
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09-26-2019, 10:54 AM | #7 |
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Another thing you may wish to consider: library support. I don't know if you're in the United States or not. If you're not, you won't be able to use a Kindle to borrow library books.
I'm in Canada, and the ability to borrow e-books from my local library and read them on my Kobo is one of my favourite things about the Kobo. |
09-26-2019, 11:48 AM | #8 |
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09-26-2019, 11:50 AM | #9 |
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And with Kobo, you can get "enhanced typesetting" using standard ePub. You do not need a format designed to keep you locked in (KFX). Plus, the firmware was recently updated and is now even better.
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I am not very familiar with borrowing ebook with local librairie but I will definitely look into it! Thanks |
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09-26-2019, 04:03 PM | #11 |
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For what you are saying JSwolf, Kobo looks made for reader and are dedicate more time on the design of the software than Kindle. Kindle is may be more about the Amazon world ?
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09-26-2019, 04:04 PM | #12 |
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This has been my experience too - although the Kindle dictionaries ARE more comprehensive, the Kobo default is more than adequate, with the rare exceptions being easily handled by reaching for my phone. That said, I'd still love it if Kobo closed the gap a bit in this one area where Kindle outshines it.
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Now the Nook software is definitely worse than Kobo or Kindle. Software, not hardware. |
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If you live outside or the US and have access to a library that support Overdrive, then a Kobo is much better as you can borrow eBooks for free and read using the Kobo. |
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09-26-2019, 07:06 PM | #15 |
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I don't currently leave outside of the US but i think i am more and more interested by the kobo. I started reading few topics on the forum about the patches, and koreader for reading pdf and kobo look like a good asset.
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