Barnes & Noble Nook GlowLight 4 vs Kobo Clara HD

Verdict

The Barnes & Noble Nook GlowLight 4 is a lightweight e-reader with a 300 PPI display, blue and yellow light, and four buttons for lefties and righties. It has been praised for its hardware but criticized for its sub-par firmware/software. It is not waterproof and library books are harder to load on it than other e-readers. However, it is an affordable option that can be found on sale for as low as $96.

Verdict

The Kobo Clara HD is a great starter device for those interested in e-readers. It has an 8GB internal memory that can be upgraded with a larger microSD card, and it can hold up to 6k books. The 6" screen size makes it easy to transport in a pocket or small bag. It also has the Overdrive feature which allows users to borrow books from their local public library. However, some users have noted that there is not enough control over line spacing and that it takes two presses to do everything.