Kobo Libra Colour

If you want an **e-reader** that makes book covers, comics and annotated pages feel more useful than decorative, the Kobo Libra Colour hits a very specific sweet spot. It is built for people who read a lot, carry their library everywhere and want something easier on the eyes than a tablet. ## What makes it worth it The 7-inch **Kaleido 3 colour E Ink display** is the draw: you get colour covers and highlighted notes without the glare of a phone or iPad. Kobo’s **page-turn buttons** and ergonomic grip make one-handed reading easier than most slab-style e-readers, especially on a commute. It also goes beyond basic reading with **audiobook support**, **32GB of storage**, and **IPX8 waterproofing**, so you can take it to the bath, beach or train without babying it. The big win versus many rivals is Kobo’s library-friendly software, including **OverDrive** and Pocket support. ## Where it falls short Colour E Ink still looks muted next to a Kindle’s sharper monochrome screen, and that is the trade-off you notice every day. Reviews also point out that stylus note-taking does not feel as central or polished as the hardware suggests, so it is not the best pick if handwriting is your main reason to buy. Buy this if you want the best mix of colour reading, buttons and waterproofing in a compact e-reader; skip it if you mostly want the sharpest black-and-white text or you plan to take lots of handwritten notes.

£209.99