Boox Palma vs. Amazon Kindle | Which is the BEST portable ereader?

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Tiktok influenced me and look...the BOOX Palma is sooo cute! How does it compare to my trusty kindle? Now that is a complicated story.
BOOX Palma - tinyurl.com/58zvwv5e
Amazon Kindle - tinyurl.com/yc6wmrbe
0:00 - 0:20 Intro
0:21 - 0:37 Packaging
0:38 - 1:24 Why did I buy?
1:25 - 3:03 Design
3:04 - 4:24 Screen
4:25 - 5:48 Software
5:49 - 6:30 Battery
6:31 - 6:53 Palma as a phone?
6:54 - 9:02 Price/Verdict

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@davefink2326 3 ай бұрын

Here’s what palma does well - and exclusively: I can read my newsfeeds, in direct sunlight, one handed, with sunglasses. A habit that had disappeared with the Sunday paper, and was sorely missed.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Good point the outdoor browsing is unmatched in the small device category.

@raginisawyer7899 3 ай бұрын

Might be more comfortable to hold Palma with a pop socket:-)

@callanwilson3623 2 ай бұрын

that i agree with, my order from boox shipped with their basic silicon case and i would argue the thing is too slippery without it, a pop socket on the back of the silicon case might just bump it up to another level

@raginisawyer7899 2 ай бұрын

True, wish there was a different solution:-)@@callanwilson3623

@GeraldineRowe 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for what is probably the most balanced review of the Palma I've seen on KZbin. It's £300 here in the UK (plus postage, I imagine) and that's just silly money for an e-reader. Why on earth is there a camera in it? I'd like to see them bring out a more basic model for a more reasonable price.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Totally agree! The camera is such a strange addition. So many reviews mentioned scanning documents but I know my phone can do a better job.

@asteptowardyou 27 күн бұрын

I agree. I mean, I understand that people may use it for document scanning or for QR codes, which is how Boox justified adding it, but it feels unnecessary. If it didn't have the camera and they brought the storage down, it could be cheaper and I'd be more inclined to buy it

@GeraldineRowe 27 күн бұрын

@@asteptowardyou I have to confess that since writing my comment I have bought the Palma, but only because I won a sum of money which was almost exactly the price of it. Was it fate? Probably not, but I decided to go for it anyway. I do really enjoy using it and it's a nice little gadget, but it hasn't changed my mind that a more basic model at a lower price would have been a better way to go.

@asteptowardyou 27 күн бұрын

@@GeraldineRowe lol, I get it. I *would* buy the Palma, but it's just a little too pricey for what I want to spend on an e-reader at the moment, though I think it would be a device I personally would have a lot of use for, especially because I have read e-books on my phone for a few years and am used to the size of the device. Still, I decided to try out a Kobo Clara 2e as my first e-reader, but for a while now the Palma has become more and more tempting. I honestly may still buy it, just not soon. I'm glad you were able to get it! I hope you're liking it a lot!

@evelinericksson1611 3 ай бұрын

I love my palma. I read in several languages, and I use multiple ebook apps from different countries for books in their languages, so I find Kindle is restricting. Also, I guess this might be the same reason that Kindle failed in China, where multiple ebook sellers/publishers/apps are doing better than Amazon in China.

@BaoNhi886 3 ай бұрын

I agree. I gave up my Kindle Oasis for Boox Page since it’s much easier to organize all my books instead of having to create collections. I hate Amazon because of its restrictive ecosystems.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

For non-Amazon content the boox is perfect. I am sure this device will do well in other countries.

@mauishopgirll 3 ай бұрын

The newer kindles (pw signature) has warmth settings and no ads. The boox looks really great but I don’t need another ereader at that price. Some folks refuse to deal with Amazon so this may be a good option for them.

@Uahuu 3 ай бұрын

R.I.P. to the kindle voyage and the oasis 😔😔 may your buttons be forever tactile!

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

I would be over the moon for a voyage 2.0.

@BradleyCulbertson 2 ай бұрын

wait did they kill the oasis!?@@graysontate_

@karenehlers2534 3 ай бұрын

I read on my Kindle and my Kindle Oasis. I use a strapsicle for the Kindle and a case for the Oasis. I love reading on both. I got my Palma about an hour ago. I already adore it. I have a pop socket coming for it but I’m not sure I’ll use it. My Oasis sucks battery but it’s because I have the brightness on full and I use it a lot. Already in the last hour, I’m impressed with the Palma. Amazon better get on the stick. People could dig it.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Never heard of the strapsicle, I’ll have to try it!

@neorich59 3 ай бұрын

I had a 4th Gen Kindle (no fingerprints) for about 10 years and switched to a 10th Gen White (no fingerprints) Basic a couple of years ago. I'm totally OCD about fingerprints and would _never_ buy a black Kindle. I'm totally with you regarding the buttons, also. In fact, I've just ordered another 2nd hand 4th Gen from eBay. I also find, that I'm constantly activating/changing the "progress in book" feature on the 10th Gen. It's a shame that you can't lock it/turn it off completely, never an issue with the 4th Gen! I'm too hoping that the next Gen will bring back the buttons _and_ the white option! 😉😉📚

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

We can only hope. I love the white color because it just slightlyyyy feels more like a book. 🤞

@SoniaNilaleva 2 ай бұрын

Hey thank you for that review, I'm thinking to buy it because in France in many public libraries we have ebooks to borrow (as many countries) and it's not compatible with Kindle. The good thing with the boox devices, is you can borrow it without using your laptop to read the ebook. Just a reader app compatible with DRM and that's it.

@ricky865 2 ай бұрын

I'm interested in the Boox Palma when the color version comes out.

@skoidat 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for doing this. That was probably the best coverage of this device so far.

@madman7991 24 күн бұрын

I think a big one also is the bigger storage/expandable storage is a big plus for the palma when it comes to reading manga as those files tend to be bigger in size so you can fit a lot more on there without having to download and delete constantly

@jonasyung5698 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review, this is more on reviewing the user experience which is super helpful for me (as a reference) to decide which one to buy (Boox vs Kindle)

@BaoNhi886 3 ай бұрын

I was a long term kindle before until I got my Boox Page and I’ll never turn back to Kindle. Android gives me so much control over my device. I’m hoping Google / Apple will jump into e-readers in the near future.

@Mari97Flower 4 сағат бұрын

I think that I need a Boox Palma now. You're adorable. Thank You for sharing this video.

@MarkIsero 3 ай бұрын

Great video! As a long-time Kindle user, I might want to try out the Palma, just for fun. And yes, I want buttons again.

@legerdemain 3 ай бұрын

Great review, underrated channel. I've been watching the Palma for a bit, and they recently released a nice-looking portfolio case that I'm curious to try.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I love seeing other people are just as nerdy about e-readers as me.

@joseph_donovan 26 күн бұрын

Overpriced and underwhelming! Next!

@ZekeDuarte 2 ай бұрын

OMG! An honest review of a Boox! A rare thing. Thank you.

@KillerQ 18 күн бұрын

Buy once, cry once. The Palma, although priced higher than most, is an amazing device and very versatile and very unique with his form, factor and size. I have a paperweight signature edition as well. I’ve use them both. I always reach for the Palma- especially in bed.

@kiril1 9 күн бұрын

What about the battery? Is it last for at least 10 days of a normal use?

@graysontate_ 2 күн бұрын

I would say yes it should last 10 days or longer...with wifi and bluetooth off.

@JessicaJohnson-go6ol 3 ай бұрын

Great Review!!! I have the palma, i've had it for a little over a week now and I love it, i've had kindles since the kindle keyboard and my latest was the oasis which is now disconntinued but i have to say since getting the palma i've been able to read more, i especially love how because it runs on android i can easily get a book from another site and upload it to kindle via email and it is almost instantly in my library where as with my kindle i would have to use a external source like a computer or phone and get the book. i also love how portable and customizable the palma is. my only problem is right now i don't have a case its on its way and i'm afraid of dropping the palma when i'm reading but when the case arrives i will put the pop socket i ordered and that should solve this.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

The pop socket will be perfect!

@ninagenato8231 Ай бұрын

Loved your review! On my Boox Palma I use the volume buttons to page turn what I’m reading, it’s really handy (:

@Tiffs-bookshelf 3 ай бұрын

I have the paper white and need that warm light.. that’s what I never did get the regular kindle and I love the smaller size. I got the black one today, well ordered it today, and I cannot wait for the smaller size with warm light

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

I really hope they at least update the base kindle with warm light this year.

@gavincoughlan1499 3 ай бұрын

Super review. Nicely done 👏👏👏

@sylwuskak7065 3 ай бұрын

Boox Palma is so cute. But I have two Kindles and one bigger Onyx Boox. So buying another e-ink device seems to be a stupid idea.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

I will never stop someone from buying another tech gadget. 😉

@tadecanio 2 ай бұрын

I like the idea of being able to use Google Play books and the Nook app on the same e-ink device alongside the Kindle app. I haven't pulled the trigger yet because of the price.

@KI4ASK 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Grayson, appreciate your honesty. Seems that an old Android phone could serve as a cheap Palma.

@chenkeith7272 Ай бұрын

What about page turns? Is it as fast as rhe kindle? Just wish you can out the kindle and this palma side by side so i can see the size difference

@graysontate_ Ай бұрын

The page turns are even faster since you can change the display mode at the cost of a little bit of battery life.

@czeins 3 ай бұрын

Love your videos. Two things! I would look into the Kobo readers because they have page turn buttons. Also the high end kindles have buttons and you can probably get one second hand for a good price.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

If kobo would bring back an updated mini I would be veryyy interested.

@operativethisistheway6384 2 ай бұрын

Yeah, the price of the Palma kills any interest I have for it. Love the form factor and size but not at that price point

@HenriqueSantosCosta Күн бұрын

Great review! Thank you for the honest opinion. Personally, I would love to see a Boox Palma with sim card. I dream of having a substitute for my smartphone with limiting options to consuming media. If the Boox Palma made calls, had messaging, and -- as a premium -- offered NFC, I would ditch the iPhone. Now, regarding the battery: you said you use the calendar + clock as the screen lock. It means the screen refreshes every minute to show the correct time. That's probably eating the battery.

@Cucumber_Jones 2 ай бұрын

7:42 oh nice. That's a very honest review summary! This is my first watch, nicely done 👍🏻

@joe81tx 2 ай бұрын

Sis, you need to try the Boox Page. It is $30 less than the Palma and has page turn buttons with a chin so you don't have to worry about accidentally touching the screen. I know you like it white and 6" but it's only available in black with a 7" screen. The Palma has Boox Super Refresh (BSR) which reduces ghosting but dramatically drains the battery and can't be disabled. The Page doesn't have BSR so you'll get more time between charges. If $250 is too pricey the Boox Leaf2 which is a slower version of the Page for $200.

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Oooo I will need to investigate! This is my first introduction to BOOX.

@MrAlligator3 Ай бұрын

This was such a great review thank youuuu.

@danielpoba 3 ай бұрын

Great review. Did you try using Readwise Reader on it?

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

I did not. The screen size is pretty standard so I would assume if their android app is good it will work perfectly on the Palma.

@epaper_eink 2 ай бұрын

love your review. thank you

@user-bv3qt2jt2v 19 күн бұрын

boox can give you app of book stores that are not for english speakers. kindle is stuck with eng and or pdf pirated books but most of those are english only. so boox for world wide

@graysontate_ 2 күн бұрын

Great point! For alternative marketplaces the palma or other android readers is an easy buy.

@aly.zhang. 22 күн бұрын

I love this video! You've got a great personality and present super great! Subscribed :)

@brandsunited 7 күн бұрын

if i read foreign language stories wattpad on google browser by using google translate, is palma for me? im newbies in portable ereader. currently i read through ipad and hp.

@graysontate_ 2 күн бұрын

Since this has full android you can use the same process on the palma. If you think the size is right for you I am sure it will be a huge upgrade over reading on an ipad!

@sharoncrisostomo7859 Ай бұрын

I have both. Palma and Oasis. Hardly use my oasis now.

@rfitzpatrick723 2 ай бұрын

This was an incredibly helpful review! Shopping around for an ereader for girlfriend and was leaning towards the Palma

@Beast80001 19 күн бұрын

I would honestly ask her what size she prefers. Boox does have other devices at different sizes. I have a Palma, it's good but it feels like holding a phone, not at all like a book which I don't always love so I prefer reading on my bigger (and older) kobo.

@Slowman014 2 ай бұрын

Are there some software updates planned? Android 11 is no longer receiving security updates as of 3/2024…

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

This is a great point. I doubt Boox would spend time to update the device so that is an important thing to consider.

@Halb_Wert_Zeit Ай бұрын

I bought one, simply to have an even smaller kindle reader, that i can carry everywhere I want (would have gone for a paperewhite if not, and that thing is 6,8" plus bezels) since im not a huge reader, but can do so every now and then. Then also it is a device running Spotify (offline mode), which is a nice to have. Sure it will be handy to have a reader that is able to show alot of formats, not just kindle ones. Im also reading alot of newsarticles that can be downloaded as epub, which kindle does not like. I may use it as a alarm clock aswell, and keeping tickets for the tram/train on this thing might also be handy if your mobile phone battery runs dry on a long trip, though im not sure the palma is good at all of what im asking for, im eager to try it out. The kindle is just a bit too simple for my likings, but surely the palma is not for everyone. I personally will have to try it out though.

@boanergelopez8608 2 ай бұрын

very good advice really appreciated

@nayeonrocksmyworld 3 ай бұрын

i want an ereader but ive never had one , so could you say what would be best to get ?

@TheBlueGirl18 3 ай бұрын

Kindle Paperwhite or kindle basic

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

If you don’t mind getting your books for Amazon or the library I would say the Kindle Paperwhite. If you really want comics or other marketplaces then the Palma for sure.

@sr2291 6 күн бұрын

My Kindle only had the option of making the screen yellow. No white or blue.

@callanwilson3623 2 ай бұрын

i've had the palma since christmas, coming from the kindle oasis i much prefer it, the portability and the fact it runs on full android with a wide range of file formats it works with easily makes it worth the price tag, also the expandable storage for audiobooks is just unbeatable, i would argue £300 is a fair price for whats being sold but honestly with a product like that its a case of the people who wants it already know its worth it to them, most readers will be happy with a kindle like you said, i couldnt go back to a kindle personally, the palma sits in my pocket next to my phone, and i have the volume and function button setup as manual page turns so no matter how i hold it or where im reading its comfortable its made reading more accessible and casual for me than scolling social media, and for that i'd pay £300 for anyone wondering my function button is a single press for page forward, double press for page back and hold for screen refresh then i have the e-ink center, app view and home se to swiping up from the bottom, works great!

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Very informative comment! I agree with your point on flexibility. This is a device that can grow with a users needs much easier than a kindle.

@cronstrubzo Ай бұрын

thanks, great review. amazon should make a budget reader with thepalma form factor for $99.

@NorbReviews 3 ай бұрын

Hey, just wanted to say great job on this video. I’ve been curious about the Palma for a while now, and I love the comparison. The price is the only reason I haven’t bought one yet. The form factor is tempting, but then, didn’t Hisense also release something like this? (Theirs might be a full-fledged E-ink phone.) Also, I agree with you on the buttons: I have my kindle, and love it because I can add my own fonts. But I also have a BN Nook that I prefer for one reason: BUTTONS! Anyway, keep up the great work!

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

I’ve eyed the nook a few times for the buttons but I’ve heard the user experience can be really cumbersome.

@NorbReviews 2 ай бұрын

@@graysontate_ - Depends on what you’re looking for. I find it quite nice. It’s not as functional as the Kindle in some ways (can’t upload your own fonts, limited integrations, limited cross-platform features), but it does have nice add-ons like making your own shelves. All in all, considering the e-reader alone, I have a *slight* preference toward the Nook. But once I take the rest of the ecosystem into account, including the more generous return policy, the Libby integration, and access to more indie titles, Kindle/Amazon comes out in top.

@frankiemae1302 2 ай бұрын

Nice video. I'm very happy with my basic Kindle but the palma does look really nice in white. But I agree, the beauty of Kindle is it's simplicity. And enjoy having the Kindle store built in. ❤

@Gaminglavender Ай бұрын

Boox Palma needs a side scroll wheel for the one hand reading

@theemarydee1610 2 ай бұрын

A million years ago, I was first introduced to eReaders in apps on my IPod Touch. Those apps were amazing. One you could just lean the device back a little to change the page And one the page was a continuous scroll up by tilting back. My first kindle was 2nd generation I think. The keyboards d the 3G connectivity were great. But the turn buttons on each side was my favorite part. The screen was shattered and I was heartbroken. I purchased a paper white 3…I miss my buttons🙃 Why doesn’t kindle have Bluetooth?

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

Newer kindles do have Bluetooth, makes it easy to listen to audible content. I really miss the unlimited 3G connection!

@sthardman Ай бұрын

How’s the speaker? I want a dedicated podcast player for bedtime listening without worry of overstimulation

@graysontate_ Ай бұрын

It would be fine, albeit tinny, for that. I wouldn't listen to music on that speaker.

@neal1256 Ай бұрын

Excellent comparative review. Think I'll just keep my Kindle paperwhite...😉

@user-kt4kd2lq3p 2 ай бұрын

Thank you SO much for this review, Grayson! Based on what you said, I've decided to not get the Boox. It's way too much for the price point. Again, thank you. You saved me money!

@graysontate_ 2 ай бұрын

I am always a fan of buying gadgets but I am happy this helped!

@user-kt4kd2lq3p 2 ай бұрын

I ended up getting it anyway LOL@@graysontate_

@cychen9528 2 ай бұрын

You are missing the whole point about software, that's why it's similar to you. Which means you only use very "LIMITED APP to READ" and you have limited knowledge/not tech savvy towards OS. There are lots of people who have different book sources other than Amazon and other formats, which is not good to read on Kindle app, or they do not want to convert to mobi format for Kindle to handle; or to be only accessible in kindle app. You definitely do not have the experience handling textbook over 200Mb and tried to send it to Kindle, it's a huge pain. there are size limits of the book that you can sent wirelessly to Kindle account. (You can easily do so by going to your google drive to read on an open e-reader, even it's not Boox or Palma. You definitely do not have multiple library app from different countries that you need to read on other apps but not on Kindle. Sorry, this is just an inadequate review for these reasons.

@cecebristan7175 15 күн бұрын

I'm tempting to buy the palma to read my textbooks, mostly pdfs. I have an ipad but it's too massive to bring anywhere. Would you recommend the palma for textbooks then? thanks in advance!