Sales / Winter sales 2024 – The Kobo Libra 2 “4-star” e-reader at €153.50 (-21%)

The Kobo Libra 2 takes over from the late H2O, while retaining the same 7-inch e-Ink Carta screen. However, this e-reader stands out with its XXL memory and the ability to read audio books.

A worthy replacement for the late Libra H2O, the Kobo Libra 2 is distinguished by increased internal memory and battery capacity. But the biggest innovation remains the integration of Bluetooth, which allows the reading of audio books as long as you have a wireless listening device. If you are a fan of the genre, it is difficult to find better on the market. What’s more, the Kobo Libra 2 can be taken anywhere.

Strong points

• Ambidextrous.
• Waterproofing.
• Bluetooth.
• Ability to read audiobooks.
• Plump 32 GB memory.
• Battery capacity increasing.

Weak points

• Notable weight.
• No audiobook playback outside of Kobo.
• Protective case extra.

NB: The reported price drop is calculated by comparing the lowest price of the day with the average of the lowest prices charged by all merchants for the product last month, with security rules to exclude the prices of stores whose the VAT policy is not clear (so-called “gray” stores, typically in the case of imports from China).

Alternatively

This Kobo Clara 2 E is a good e-reader in its 6-inch category, notably thanks to its quality HD screen, its ease of use, its backlighting and its rather well-stocked online bookstore. Its function dedicated to audio books seems a bit gimmicky knowing that the mobile application is more suitable. Only its launch price (€150) is of interest, especially compared to the €140 of the Kindle Paperwhite whose screen is larger (6.8 inches) and which offers a night mode, without forgetting its IPX8 certification (waterproof); another potential competitor, the Vivlio Touch HD Plus (€139) with 6-inch screen, anti-blue light function, waterproof and also compatible with audiobooks.