Kobo
Kobo Libra Colour
A solid mid-range e-reader for everyday users and creators, leading with 7 in.
65/100
7 inE Ink KaleidoIPX8E Ink Kaleido 3Kobo Store
£202best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Front light
- Adjustable warm light
- Colour screen
- Below-average storage
Score profile
Scored against the e-readers classWhere the Kobo Libra Colour wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size7 "
Screen typeE Ink Kaleido
Front lightYes
Adjustable warm lightYes
Colour screenYes
Colour technologyE Ink Kaleido 3
Anti-glare coatingYes
Storage and battery
Storage32 GB
Battery life2
Design
IP ratingIPX8
Physical page-turn buttonsYes
Stylus supportYes
Audio and features
Audiobook (Audible / Bluetooth)Yes
Notes / handwriting appYes
BookstoreKobo Store
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowKobo Libra Colour vs Amazon Kindle Scribe 32GB
Kobo Libra ColourKindle Scribe 32GB
| KoboKobo Libra ColourThis page | AmazonKindle Scribe 32GB | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65 /100Better | 64 /100 |
| Size | 7 " | 11 " |
| Battery weeks | 2 | — |
| Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| IP rating | IPX8 | — |
Who it's for
Is the Kobo Libra Colour right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable e-reader for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier e-reader is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
good
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Kobo Libra Colour worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 65/100 against other e-readers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the Kobo Libra Colour?
Its front light stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Kindle Scribe?
The Kindle Scribe scores 67/100 versus this one at 65/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
