Kobo Libra 2 | eReader | 7” Glare Free Touchscreen | Waterproof | Adjustable Brightness and Color Temperature | Blue Light Reduction | eBooks | WiFi | 32GB of Storage | Carta E Ink Technology | Black

got first one put epub on an worked for about 6% of book then lockup an reboot tried reseting rebooting diff file, did the online help and was sent one next day this worked fine to 20% read . then could not get it to load at all did some searching an found few people say convert to kepub , calibre can install the addon. first book is working perfectly now

I ended up returning this because I could not use Kindle Unlimited or Scribd with it. And apparently their Kobo Plus subscription is not available in the U.S. Otherwise its a great device. I ended up getting an Onyx Boox Leaf 2 instead on Targets website using their store *debit* card for 5% off. The white version is what I got because it has a sunken screen which makes the text sharper. It is an Android e-reader, still e-ink, that has the ability to download the Play Store so I can use Audible, Kindle Unlimited, and Scribd on it. Or whatever app you want to download.

The unit died the first day I used it, screen froze and no response, could not shut off or reset. Amazon return was painless, they sent a new unit the day I contacted them and instructions on return, took it to Kohls and took 5 minutes to complete. The Libre 2 is nice works great (so far). Easy to use and screen is very good. My daughter has the new Paperwhite, a much better built unit and the screen is better than the Libre 2. I may order one of them for myself as a back up.

I really like the size. My hands get arthritic some days and this reader is the perfect size to hold. Larger than a cell phone, smaller than a hard cover book. VERY light weight with out a cover. Its the cover that makes it feel just a tad heavy. I can choose font, font size, brightness, and button management and a couple of other features Im not sure how to use but overall a great product.

I really love using my Kobo! I had previously purchased a Kobo device and decided to return it and spring for the Kindle Oasis instead. I decided this year to make better use of my public library and added this Kobo to my devices for the Overdrive integration. Apart from Kindle exclusive titles, all books I search for are available through the Kobo store and priced the same as Kindle. Yes, this device feels more cheaply made than my Oasis due to the plastic. No, the battery life isnt quite as good as my Oasis and other Kindle products win in that category by a long shot. It isnt inconvenient to keep charged though and this is still a great reader! Page turn buttons and USB-C are quickly becoming my deal-breaker features. Since Amazon has yet to release a Kindle with that combination this may become my primary device and I would certainly consider Kobos more expensive flagship models in the future.

This is my first foray into e-readers, I prefer a physical book but physical space is a more limiting than digital storage. I like the anti glare and that reading on it doesnt burn my eyeballs out like reading on my phone. Ive noticed some ebooks dont translate well into it though, even when compared to the mobile kobu app. Also not a huge fan of the glitchy looking transitions when you turn a page even in the e-store. It makes it look like s*** and rankles me. I havent gotten around to trying to get ebooks from other platforms onto it yet but crossing my fingers. Not 100% sure i like it, but it is sufficient and does the job for now.

The Libra 2 hits a sweet spot in Kobos development path of incremental hardware upgrades from the already outstanding Aura HD. It has a perfect size and form factor, is lighter, and has a glorious screen. Except for some unneeded gimmicks on the home screen, the software works just right. Sideloading is straightforward and uncompromised. With how much I love reading, I would gladly pay for the best product on the market at any price point. This is the one.

I was between this and the Kindle Paperwhite, but I’m happy that I got this one. The buttons on the side make it much easier for me to read one-handed, and it’s light so that helps too. Edit: This size is actually fantastic. You can also zoom in the text so it fits the size better, which makes reading comfortable! It’s a nice ergonomic shape so reading is convenient.

I waited until Black Friday to buy my Kobo, because I thought the original was a bit steep. Now I think of something happened to mine, Id immediately buy it again. Full price. It is THAT good. I dont even think I need to worry because its very sturdy, and I purchased a case to keep it in my bag. The Kobo is amazing, the text is pristine and crisp, and its so comfortable to hold. The buttons are very convenient, too, especially knowing that other brands who offer them, do it for a lot more money. I think the Kobo is currently the best option when it comes to ereaders, so its worth every penny. Edit: its been over a month and Im still in love! I was swayed by the 7 screen and the fact that its waterproof. I have pretty small hands (Im 411), so I was worried itd be too big and uncomfortable to carry everywhere, but its really not! It somehow looks bigger in pictures, but its about the size of a paperback, only a little wider. It is pretty lightweight and I can read while holding it with one hand. You can switch up the button commands very easily, I do it a lot when going from holding with one hand to the other. As I said, I have freakishly small hands and Ive had no issues so far, I think the size and weight are perfect! The only thing is that the cover does add some weight. I dont know how well they fare with bumps and being dropped (mine feels very sturdy but I worry about damaging the screen), but I keep mine in its case when Im not using it because of the weight, and luckily I havent dropped it over since I got it! Its been a joy to have it. I really think you should go ahead and take the plunge!

3 stars of 5 — cant recommend purchasing at this price. Kobo is supposed to have three things going for it, when compared to the Amazon Kindle: (1) checking out library books; (2) less intrusive advertising; and (3) less tracking/selling of your personal data. It rates poorly in all three categories. As far as the core purpose, reading ebooks: this Kobo is every bit as good as the comparable Kindles. I like the shape and heft of it — its more substantial than the smaller Kindles, which is better for me. Theres more than enough lighting, font, and other options to keep me reading. Theres even a Dyslexic-style font, which helps many people who simply find it difficult to move from the printed page to ebooks. Checking out library books isnt that much easier on the Kobo, because the default search takes you to purchase options, so it takes several clicks to check out the book. I found it easier to find books on the Librarys site, and follow the prompt on the Kobo after... which is no different than for Kindle. Likewise, if you discount the Kindles screensaver adverts, the Kobo pushes you just as hard towards Kobo purchases as Amazon does towards its ecosystem. And as for privacy, its hard to independent evaluate the difference. Amazon makes a lot of money from data gathering, sharing, selling and its hard to imagine that Kobo can afford to turn all of that down. So in the end, I find the Kobo simply to be a more expensive competitor, without the UI (or privacy) benefits we might see if it were an Apple product. Consequently, I dont see much reason to go with Kobo unless you really dont want give more money to Amazon.