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Kobo Clara All-Generation Specs Comparison & List

Compare all generations of Kobo Clara in order. Check differences in screen size, resolution, weight, waterproofing, connectors, and key specs.

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Historical Specs Comparison Table

Scroll horizontally to explore hardware specifications across all 4 generations.

Specification	Current Kobo Clara Colour (Gen 3) May 2024	Current Kobo Clara BW (Gen 3) Apr 2024	Kobo Clara 2E (Gen 2) Sep 2022	Kobo Clara HD (Gen 1) Jun 2018
📅 Release Date	May 2024	Apr 2024	Sep 2022	Jun 2018
📱 Display	🎨 Color 6" 300 ppi (Color: 150 ppi)	Monochrome 6" 300 ppi	Monochrome 6" 300 ppi	Monochrome 6" 300 ppi
⚖️ Weight	174 g	174 g	171 g	166 g
📏 Dimensions & Thickness	9.2mm thick 112 × 160 mm	9.2mm thick 112 × 160 mm	8.66mm thick 112.05 × 159.02 mm	8.35mm thick 110 × 159.6 mm
💾 Storage Capacity	16GB	16GB	16GB	8GB
⚡ Connector	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	Micro-USB
💧 Waterproofing	IPX8 Waterproof	IPX8 Waterproof	IPX8 Waterproof	Non-waterproof
💡 Adjustable Warm Light	Warm / White	Warm / White	Warm / White	Warm / White
🔋 Battery Life	Up to 7 weeks	Up to 8 weeks	Up to 6 weeks	Up to 4 weeks
✦ Key Evolutions & Features	The first compact 6-inch color e-reader from Kobo featuring E Ink Kaleido 3 display with IPX8 waterproofing.	6-inch monochrome e-reader featuring the E Ink Carta 1300 screen for faster response and higher contrast, with IPX8 water resistance.	Eco-friendly 6-inch e-reader made with 85% recycled plastics, featuring IPX8 waterproofing, USB-C, and Bluetooth audiobook support.	Popular 6-inch e-reader offering a 300 ppi high-resolution display and ComfortLight PRO color temperature adjustment.
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Best Choice

Recommended Kobo Clara Models

Curated top picks from all 4 models focusing on balanced design, lightness, large display, and battery longevity.

11st Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Current Model6 inchesIPX8 Waterproof

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery7w

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22nd Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Current Model6 inchesIPX8 Waterproof

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery8w

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33rd Place

Released 2022

Gen 2

2022 Model6 inchesIPX8 Waterproof

Screen6"

Weight171g

Battery6w

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11st Place

Released 2018

Gen 1

Lightweight 166g8.35mm thick

Screen6"

Weight166g

Battery4w

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22nd Place

Released 2022

Gen 2

Lightweight 171g8.66mm thick

Screen6"

Weight171g

Battery6w

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33rd Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Lightweight 174g9.2mm thick

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery7w

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11st Place

Released 2018

Gen 1

Slimmest 8.35mm166g weight

Screen6"

Weight166g

Battery4w

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22nd Place

Released 2022

Gen 2

Slimmest 8.66mm171g weight

Screen6"

Weight171g

Battery6w

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33rd Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Slimmest 9.2mm174g weight

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery7w

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11st Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Large 6" screen300ppi sharp

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery7w

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22nd Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Large 6" screen300ppi sharp

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery8w

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33rd Place

Released 2022

Gen 2

Large 6" screen300ppi sharp

Screen6"

Weight171g

Battery6w

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11st Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Up to 8 weeksUSB-C

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery8w

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22nd Place

Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Up to 7 weeksUSB-C

Screen6"

Weight174g

Battery7w

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33rd Place

Released 2022

Gen 2

Up to 6 weeksUSB-C

Screen6"

Weight171g

Battery6w

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Analysis & Insights

Kobo Clara Hardware Analysis & Rankings

Category rankings compiled from specs across all 4 historical models.

🪶

All-Time Lightest Ranking

TOP 4

Ranked by lightest body weight. Ideal for fatigue-free one-handed reading.

Kobo Clara HD (Gen 1)166g

Kobo Clara 2E (Gen 2)171g

Kobo Clara Colour (Gen 3)174g

Kobo Clara BW (Gen 3)174g

📏

All-Time Slimmest Ranking

TOP 4

Ranked by thinnest profile, offering superior packability for pockets and bags.

Kobo Clara HD (Gen 1)8.35mm

Kobo Clara 2E (Gen 2)8.66mm

Kobo Clara Colour (Gen 3)9.2mm

Kobo Clara BW (Gen 3)9.2mm

🔋

All-Time Battery Life Ranking

TOP 4

Ranked by longest duration per single charge. Perfect for frequent travelers.

Kobo Clara BW (Gen 3)8w

Kobo Clara Colour (Gen 3)7w

Kobo Clara 2E (Gen 2)6w

Kobo Clara HD (Gen 1)4w

📱

Display Size Ranking

TOP 4

Ranked by screen real estate for immersive reading and graphic clarity.

Kobo Clara Colour (Gen 3)6"

Kobo Clara BW (Gen 3)6"

Kobo Clara 2E (Gen 2)6"

Kobo Clara HD (Gen 1)6"

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