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eReader Comparison Chart

A side-by-side comparison of important features, specs and prices.

    • Features

    • Reader by Sony

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    • nookSimpleTouch

    • Kobo Touch

    • Weight

    • 5.9 oz

    • 7.48 oz

    • 6.5 oz

    • Ad-free device

    • Yes

    • Yes

    • Yes

    • Wireless Public Library Access1

    • Yes

    • No

    • No

    • Dedicated Public Library Icon2

    • Yes

    • No

    • No

    • Enhanced Touch Screen

    • Yes

    • Yes

    • Yes

    • Library Finder on eBookstore

    • Yes

    • No

    • No

    • Battery Life (wireless off)3

    • Up to 2 months

    • Over 2 months

    • Up to 1 month

    • ePub Support

    • Yes

    • Yes

    • Yes

    • Dimensions

    • 6.8 x 4.3 x .35 in

    • 6.5 x 5.0 x .47 in

    • 6.5 x 4.5 x .4 in

    • Screen Size

    • 6"

    • 6"

    • 6"

    • Screen

    • E Ink® Pearl

    • E Ink® Pearl

    • E Ink® Pearl

    • Connectivity

    • Wi-Fi

    • Wi-Fi

    • Wi-Fi

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  • 1.

    Requires valid library card. Content availability may vary.

  • 2.

    As of November 8, 2011.

  • 3.

    Measured by reading 30 minutes each day. In low coverage areas, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly. Actual battery life may vary upon your wireless usage, product settings, battery and environmental conditions.

  • 4.

    Measured using a text based content in ePub format and a fully charged battery, consecutive page-turns at approximately one second per page under the recommended operating temperature. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns and individual device.

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