Great review. Considering 99% of the time I won’t be using color, I’d say the Clarity, sharpness and brightness of the Libra 2 wins hands down. Color is nice, but that screen is way too dark.
@NYJoe1234564 ай бұрын
Agreed, just decided to return mine
@allforlove64 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@ironinthesoul96802 ай бұрын
Hagrid!
@little7redifyАй бұрын
From seeing the reviews I always agreed with this but you have to consider the fact that it can be straining on your eyes when you're actually reading a book for a long period of time. Lots of people have complained about this.
@DanielEfendi14 ай бұрын
Very good review. Solid. I went for the Libra Colour. I wanted a snappier device and the latest tech in my hand. I also read with the dark mode so the darker screen does not impact me at all. I think for those who already have the Libra 2 the Colour is not worth the upgrade.
@xar0072 ай бұрын
Do you still like the Libra Colour? I'm torn because I also like the idea of the latest tech but I am only going to use it to read novels. I kind of like the graininess of the Libra Colour from what I can see in the video - reminds me more of a real book. Is it distracting?
@DanielEfendi12 ай бұрын
@@xar007 Very good question. To be honest with you I realised there is a new colour e-ink gadget almost every 2 months so I have not followed up on the latest releases. At the end of the day what I was looking for was a gadget that was able to: 1) Sideload books 2) Reading. Does Libra Colour does its job? Totally. Do you have already the previous Kobo LIbra 2? Then its not worth the update. The colors are not that good. You would need to set up some brightness which means this will eat up some battery. So my conclusion is: If you have Libra 2 then it is not worth the upgrade. If you are like me, without any e reading tool so far then yes. At the end of the day its very solid device, battery is okay and it looks very good. I noticed the screen its fragile and I had to replace it once actually. Regarding grainess I think its just a nerd detail that does not impact your reading experience. I think what will impact the reading experience is: Darker colours or colours that...are not that "appealing". If you care about reading books then I would say its solid device unless you have already the Libra 2. I hope this answer your question!
@WinstoneSmith4 ай бұрын
I really enjoy colour of history books and the interface. While the screen is clearly greyer, I think pays off even compared to previous Sage. At least in my mileage. I don't want to go back!
@patriciuslucius4 ай бұрын
Okay let me say it loudly: Kobo, I want Libra 2 with new CPU and RAM 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@3choblast3r42 ай бұрын
You want Libra 3 .. I agree.. I also want a libra 3. But I also want a Libra 3 + .. give me the libra, black and white only 8" ffs. And I cannot imagine it's that much more expensive to have slightly better ram and a faster cpu in these things. They are expensive af for decade old mobile chips paired with a screen and a lam
@FrogOnWiFi10 күн бұрын
Love that the Colour looks warmer!
@nathanfoung23474 ай бұрын
I hope Kobo will give the Libra 2 google drive access.
@Vimes.4 ай бұрын
Having some concerns with the 150dpi and colour filter that seems to darken the screen I ended up buying a Clara BW reader. It is wonderful, so clear and responsive. Then again I have been most pleasantly surprised how much I enjoy using the smaller sized reader. As yet the technology used seems to offer muted pastel colours, with compromise.
@xar0072 ай бұрын
Excellent video and exactly what I was looking for. I'm finally replacing a 2016 Kindle Paperwhite and can't decide between the Libra 2 and Libra Colour. I was originally looking at the Oasis because I want the physical buttons, but I'm considering giving Kobo another try (I had the original and did not like it) I will read almost exclusively novels. I'm leaning towards theLibra Colour - I like the thought of the latest tech and slightly nicer form factor. From your video I kind of like/don't mind the graininess when reading in black & white - reminds me more of physical books. I might even end up using dark mode as that's what I primarily use on my computer. Price is substantially higher so trying to make sure it's what I want.
@ser1ification4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the review, appreciate the effort.
@KarelChytilArtАй бұрын
Excellent review
@3choblast3r42 ай бұрын
Color is super nice, but for an ereader, unless you read a lot of color comics etc, 1000% go with black and white for now. The color filter adds a bit of fuzziness and makes everything darker, which makes it harder to use without the light. And if you do read a lot of Comics, you're probably better off with a tablet or a larger color ereader. With 7" you will often have text that is tiny I imagine. I tried reading Berserk on my first gen Libre. And a lot of the images and texts was too small, having to zoom in which is kinda clunky, then move around is super annoying. You're better off getting something larger. 7" is fantastic for reading. I do wish there was a libre that was 8" .. I really enjoy the design etc. I just kinda want it to be the size of a larger hardcover book
@laquishab26054 ай бұрын
This is a great comparison. Seems to me that the Colour would be better for reading at night in bed due to the warmer orange-y light; whereas the Libra 2 would be better if you’re reading outdoors because of the whiter screen. Would you say that is accurate?? I would mostly use the device while reading in bed total darkness so I’m thinking the Colour would be a better option?
@brandongreen57904 ай бұрын
My exact sentiments. When he dimmed the lights in the room, both screens were practically identical. Although I'd want the option to read a book outdoors, most of my reading will be inside.
@Synthwave894 ай бұрын
Yes, the warmer amber light is easier on the eyes when reading in bed in total darkness. I stopped reading on my old Kindle PW because the blue light is just horrible in the dead of night. You'd probably be fine with either since both are amber, but the Libra Colour is definitely more dark friendly.
@MrSoFly4 ай бұрын
Thank you for helping me make the decision on whether to keep holt of my Clara HD or buy the colour. It was just about the screen comparison for me.
@luc79764 ай бұрын
At @1:20 and other places you really can see a screendoor effect on color version (diagonal lines) but granted looking at this zoomed in on larger screen at 4K. I assume barely visibly if at all with a real device.
@TheeBookReader4 ай бұрын
Yeah, it's not as noticeable in person but you can see it if you look for it, provided there's enough ambient light. When reading in the evening I can't see it at all.
@CostinMoraru4 ай бұрын
the banding on the colour is so evident on the cover
@merveerdmci230313 күн бұрын
Does the Kobo Libra Colour case fit the Kobo Libra 2?
@ToucanMurk4 ай бұрын
One of my biggest complaints with my Kindle Paperwhite is that the lettering just isn't dark enough. With any sort of built in light on, it looks more gray than black. From what I can see in this video, the Libra Colour has slightly darker lettering. Can anyone here confirm that the lettering is slightly darker?
@emmawagner89154 ай бұрын
Yeah I’ve noticed that on my pw which is weird because my kindle 3 has darker lettering even though the resolution isn’t quite as good
@amazonfire-hn6br4 ай бұрын
It’s 2024 and there isn’t even a color Kindle eBook Reader available. Going from iPad to Kindle felt like going back in time of ancient housing without plumbing. Kobo is taking the right steps, without abandoning black-and-white e-ink fans
@joaoroman95834 ай бұрын
iPads are awful devices for reading. Can’t compare that to an e reader
@Synthwave894 ай бұрын
Yeah the fact you compare an ipad to an e reader says a lot. They are not remotely comparable and have very different purposes.
@amazonfire-hn6br3 ай бұрын
@@Synthwave89 I'm aware they are different devices with different purposes. I have both an iPad and a Kindle. What I'm saying about my experience is that it felt like going back in time when I switched to a Kindle. I use my Kindle everyday, but I really want a more modern and updated Kindle. Amazon hasn't added color yet. Kobo is taking the right steps
@nicosoftntАй бұрын
@@Synthwave89 Big BS here. iPads and tablets are GREAT for reading. E-readers are just better overall for reading a book. But I read on both, so....
@ThePeacefulruler4 ай бұрын
Can I read all my Kindle books in Kobo Device? 🤔
@letlemon.2 ай бұрын
no
@light-master3 ай бұрын
I almost never use the front light on my Libra 2. I take it if I got a Libra Color, I'd need to start using the front light?
@Mike.Freeman2 ай бұрын
Without a doubt, unless you like bad contrast
@Fifavin142 ай бұрын
Which one would be worth for the first time ereader, the sage or one of these 2? I’m thorn between the sage and libra 2 since I dont need the color. Heard some bad things about the battery of the sage (i read about 2h a day) Let me know!
@justanothernobody71424 ай бұрын
Now the Libra 2 is discontinued what would be a comparable reader? I don't need the colour version and from what I can see it's getting a lot of bad reviews due to loss in clarity and the screen being much darker. I can still buy a a non colour Libra 2 online from some places but not sure how I feel about buying a product that's just been discontinued.
@TheeBookReader4 ай бұрын
Kobo is still updating the software on their devices from over a decade ago so I wouldn't worry about that, and ereaders evolve at such a slow pace you aren't missing out on anything by getting an older model. I still often use a Kindle Voyage from 2014 because it's still the nicest Kindle screen-wise that Amazon has released.
@justanothernobody71424 ай бұрын
@@TheeBookReader Thanks for the help. I settled on the Kobo Clara BW in the end. It does the job for me so far and I think I prefer the smaller size for portability.
@dirkziegler958024 күн бұрын
Most readers don't need color, so do I. I would appreciate the continuation of BW-Readers but I fear the manufacturers will focus on Color-Readers. I stick with my Libra 2 and will not "upgrade" - for me it would be more a downgrade.
@voradora4 ай бұрын
kobo likes their buttons, but i wish they would move them to the bottom instead of the sides. a vertically rectangle device is more comfortable to hold than a square.
@Synthwave894 ай бұрын
Something you can try is flipping the Libra 180 degrees so the buttons are on your left hand, then set the lower button to change page forwards (if it doesn't do it automatically, I assume it should). This way you are still holding the device from the bottom as normal and your thumb should reach the button no problem. If you switch hands you just flip it. It's probably why it has automatic screen flip.
@darling02234 ай бұрын
Does the resolution still decrease when the Libra Colour has only black and white on the page?
@TheeBookReader4 ай бұрын
Black is always 300 ppi.
@louisejacobsen97963 ай бұрын
From personal experience, yes
@marc_overmarsАй бұрын
Of course. There is a physical layer on top of the b&w layer. It's always there.
@isarang243 ай бұрын
Just got a Libra 2, but found that the official sleepcovers are not sold anymore. Would the case for the libra colour fit? They seem the same size and have the on/off button in the same place?
@3choblast3r42 ай бұрын
Strange that the official ones aren't being sold anymore. Last I checked I even saw them for the Libra 1. Why not buy a non official one. I have a non official one because it was 1/4th the price. And it works great. Although I don't always keep it in the cover since it seems to drain more battery when in standby. Man I want a libra 2 .. but I also want to wait for the Libra 3 (but it took them ages to release libra 2). And I also kinda want an ereader that is as large as a hardcover book
@michael-mvtd4 ай бұрын
This comparison is moot insofar as the Libra 2 is no longer available on their website (Canada). Any idea if it's coming back the same or with stylus functionality? Though the idea of colour is slightly appealing, I would prefer the crisper text of b & w for reading. I also like the Google drive integration and ability to fix device.
@Synthwave894 ай бұрын
US Kobo store also doesn't have it in stock. Very likely they will be discontinued, hopefully they release a Libra BW with Carta 1300.
@decidocisum4 ай бұрын
keep light at 40% and looks great and battery life not much worse
@smoklares97913 ай бұрын
What are the screen dimensions in cm?
@randomnameinserthere4 ай бұрын
For a first time e reader owner, should I go for the Libra 2 or Libra colour? I read mainly text books, but I'm worried if the system on the Libra 2 is already super outdated
@seratractivo72314 ай бұрын
Libra 2 is not outdated, it was barely released in 2021. E-Ink doesn’t evolve that quickly and for normal reading, you don’t need the fastest processor. The most important aspect of your e-reader is the lighting, clarity, and sharpness of the screen. And in that aspect, the Libra 2 has probably the best screen out of any eReader right now. The contrast is rich, the blacks are deep, and the screen lighting is uniform and evenly lit. To put things into context, I’m still using the Kindle PW3 from 2015 because it has the indented bezel, which makes the text much better and works perfectly fine for normal reading. Unfortunately Amazon has abandoned indented screens aside from the cheap basic Kindle. In my opinion, Color eReader are a gimmick in the sense that 99% of the time they won’t be utilized or needed. If you’re heavy into comics or manga then yes. But understand that you will sacrifice sharpness and clarity in exchange for Color.
@ov3rkill4 ай бұрын
Kobo Clara BW would be a better choice for just reading since it uses the latest e ink carta 1300. sharper and better clarity.
@TheeBookReader4 ай бұрын
Kobo is still updating devices from over a decade ago so their ereaders stay useful for a really long time, and the hardware barely changes over the years. I think the Libra 2 is best for reading ebooks, but I like the Libra Colour more than I thought I would.
@TheeBookReader4 ай бұрын
I'm going to post a video of the Carta 1300 screen on the Clara BW today. Needless to say it's doesn't have better clarity or sharpness, and it doesn't look better than the Clara 2E and Libra 2 with Carta 1200, but the Clara BW is a bit faster.
@seratractivo72314 ай бұрын
@@ov3rkillI have the Clara BW and the Carta 1300 is inferior to my Libra 2 by a mile. The text isn’t as sharp and the contrast is weaker. Page turns are faster though.
@jw872404 ай бұрын
stick with the older one
@ComtessedArtagnan3 ай бұрын
Why?
@DonnaTellaMeWhatToDo3 ай бұрын
Honestly, I don't like the colour model. Screen is too dark for me. Gives the appearance it's covered in soot or something.
@andyp47232 ай бұрын
Can we upgrade the black and white libra 2 for a colour one software wise?
@cmfrtblynmb02Ай бұрын
What do you think? Do you think a software update will make a Black and white device colorful?
@nicosoftntАй бұрын
Wow I can't believe the Libra 2 is out of stock while the colour is available everywhere!! What the hell are they doing, give me the real deal, I want to read a book not some comics for christ sake.
@MrVasaldo4 ай бұрын
it's 2024 ans i still don't understand the purpose for color reader books are texte in white/black even the illustration..only the cover is in color... and reader are too small for comics...and too slow to load a page
@giak8904 ай бұрын
You could say this about a lot of devices tbh. I personally enjoy seeing my covers in color, but I mainly enjoy it for the colorful annotations I can create.
@basicoptimalmouse3 ай бұрын
Colour e-ink baffles me - why pay so much more for lower quality pictures with lower quality colour than a tablet? You arent watching videos or playing games. If you're an adult, you probably aren't reading illustrated novellas. If its just for coloured covera, you're a sucker.